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[DFD 304]

I have recently been promoted to Captain. With the promotion came the duties of prevention officer. My Chief has asked me to start a program with a local newspaper that publishes once a week. He would like a prevention tip published. It could be something as simple as a reminder to change your smoke detector battery. I was wondering if any one has something like this in place and if so could I get a copy of what you use.

[JRose]

The FEMA/USFA (http://www.usfa.fema.gov/) site has many fire prevention and safety programs. Most programs have camera ready art for newspapers. They also have 60, 30 and 15 sec. PSA for radio. There was no cost when we ordered the packets. Our department has used this resource to set up a program for radio and newspaper.

[resq437]

My name is Jim and I work for the Tinley Park Fire Dept in Illinois. I am currently looking to start a program for the new Hotels we have in town. And also for the nursing homes. I am looking to do fire safety for both employees and residents of the hotels and nursing homes. Does anyone out there have any kind of program in effect already? Or does anyone have any suggestions? If anyone can help,please E Mail me at JGASKILL@tinleypark.org.
Any help would be greatly appreciated!