View the original flyer Challenges Training One of the most frequent issues voiced by volunteer firefighters is the cost and the time commitment required to attend classroom training. Further, the number of hours of training has also been cited as a primary impediment to individuals looking to join the fire […]
The following is a brief synopsis of the measures included in the Firefighter/EMS support package. Measures to Support our Firefighters School District/Community College Training Partnerships: Several community colleges are partnering with local schools to offer courses for those students who would like to become first responders. We plan to replicate […]
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The number of volunteers in the emergency services of the South Central Mountains (SCM) region of Pennsylvania continues to decline. As the number of recruits is reportedly diminishing (as noted in alongitudinal research series and field interviews) and the available pool of trained volunteers ages rapidly, emergency service organizational leadership […]
Changes also made to effective date for new volunteers Effective immediately, clarification changes have been made to the state’s new law regarding background clearances for employees and volunteers who have direct and routine contact with children, said Rep. Kathy Watson (R-Bucks / 144th), author of the legislation. The governor today […]
Governor Tom Wolf announced today that fees for child abuse clearances and criminal background checks required by the Child Protective Services Law will be waived for volunteers working with children. Additionally, the Department of Human Services (DHS) and the Pennsylvania State Police (PSP) will be reducing the cost of both […]
Download the original flyer Enacting a package of bills that address retention and recruitment Providing no or low cost training programs, develop web-based training Identifying a potential funding source that adequately addresses these issues Retention & Recruitment The Fireman’s Association of the State of Pennsylvania (FASP) and the Pennsylvania Fire […]
Download the questionnaire as a PDF Dear Mr. Wolf: The Pennsylvania Fire and Emergency Services Institute submits the following questions concerning your position on critical fire and emergency service issues. Please note that it is expected that if you support an issue your administration will actively work to pass enabling […]
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