Wynantskill Fire Dept.

Merry Christmas 2011

Mon, 26 Dec 2011 00:00:00 -0500

To the Members of the Wynantskill Fire Department

On behalf of the Chiefs, we wish each and every member a Safe and Happy Holiday to you and you�re loved ones. We want to take time to thank those family members for the hours that you spend at alarms, and drills and special projects.

We look forward to working with all of our new probationary members at drills and calls and hope to keep your enthusiasm level high as you strive to become firefighters.

Thank you to all the Engineers, Station assistants and especially our Officers and members that assisted in special drills above and beyond the regular to maintain our apparatus and improve the skills of the members of the Wynantskill Fire Department.

As we prepare to conclude 2011 we will be projected to hit 640 alarms for the year, approximately 10% up from 2010. The Chiefs proudly thank our members for responding to all those calls for assistance!

We want to thank our brothers from Defreestville for their assistance during the year as well and the support we receive from our neighboring departments throughout the year.

Lastly thanks to the Commissioners for their support throughout the year and thank you to North Greenbush Police, North Greenbush Ambulance and the Rensselaer County Bureau of Public Safety for your continued assistance and support.

To all have a SAFE and HAPPY 2012.

Chief John O�Bomsawin

Irene Efforts Deserve Thanks

Wed, 31 Aug 2011 00:00:00 -0400

Chief gives heartfelt appreciation for members and families following Tropical Storm Irene

Thanks to all the officers, members, and Asst Chiefs for their tireless efforts of time and labor put in over the past 48-72 hours.

I'm proud of everyone's commitment and representation to the community and the Wynantskill Fire Department, Thank you all!

A Big Thank You to the wives, family members and significant others for making due without your loved one while they served their community. You should be proud of their efforts and professionalism in the field.

Thank you to the community for your patience. We responded to over 80 requests for service including Fire and EMS calls from 8am Sunday until 1030pm Monday night when we completed our last pump out.

John O'Bomsawin
Chief Wynantskill Fire Dept.

Brush Truck for Sale

Wed, 31 Aug 2011 00:00:00 -0400

FOR SALE:

1988 Ford Brush Truck, 4 wheel drive, Diesel engine, 5 person cab, 250gpm / 200gl skid unit with pump and tank. This unit is still currently used daily for first response.

Includes lighting package, siren, 200ft of booster hose and forestry hose with nozzle.

Asking $12,500. All offers to be considered by North Greenbush Fire District. Contact Chief John O'Bomsawin 518-470-6004

Rescue 9 For Sale

Tue, 19 Jul 2011 00:00:00 -0400

APPARATUS FOR SALE
1981 PEMFAB/ SANFORD

PUMP: HALE QSMF 1750 GPM
ENGINE: DETROIT 6V92 TA
TRANSMISSION: ALLISON AUTOMATIC
UPDATED IN 2007
CURRENTLY IN SERVICE
GOOD CONDITION
IMMEDIATE AVAILABILITY
$ 8, 500.00
CONTACT
CHIEF RAY SWART
518-451-6966
RSWART@NGFD.ORG

NORTH GREENBUSH FIRE DISTRICT # 1

Yankees & ValleyCats Tickets

Mon, 18 Jul 2011 00:00:00 -0400

WFD still has tickets available

Yankee Stadium Trip:

Saturday July 30th
NY Yankees vs. Baltimore Orioles
Game Time 1:05pm
Cost: $42 for WFD Members(and immediate family). $57 for Non-Members
The bus will depart from the WFD Station at 7:45am on the 30th
Contact Joe Hogan or Dave Wilson for tickets

Night at the Valley Cats:

Friday Aug. 5th
Valley Cats vs. Vermont
Game time 7:00 followed by fireworks
Tickets are for members and their family, and are courtesy of the FD

Sign-up sheets for both events are posted on the bulletin board in the meeting room at the firehouse.

Former Member Receives Givney Award

Tue, 24 May 2011 00:00:00 -0400

WFD Congratulates Justin Ashe for his exemplary work

The members of the Wynantskill
Fire Department congratulate former active member Justin Ashe
for being honored with the Troy Police Chief John J. Givney Award. Justin was presented The Givney award Thursday May 19th. The award is given annually to the officer who exemplifys Past Chief Givneys qualities. Your friends at Wynantskill Fire salute your accomplishment! Thank you
for your prior service at WFD.

Members of WFD
Car1

Bus Fire Training

Tue, 17 May 2011 00:00:00 -0400

This past Tuesday, May 17th, the volunteers of the Wynantskill Fire Department attacked bus fires as a training topic. Three evolutions were completed in the 2 hour time span with search & rescue, extinguishment, and ventilation evolutions being completed. Rescue 42 supplied the attacks lines while Engine 42-6 supplied the Rescue with water, Engine 42-7 shuttled water back and forth between 42-6 and a hydrant at the Vanderheyden Hall right up the road. About 25 volunteers were in attendance.

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Probationary Fireman Training

Wed, 27 Apr 2011 00:00:00 -0400

Ventilation

On April 27th Probationary Fireman John Boemio & Pete Rivenburg along with FF Dave Albarelli were instructed on ground ladders and roof ventilation by FF/EMT Jon O'Bomsawin. Those 3 members were tought different techniques on how to throw and use ground ladders. After ground ladders the 3 members were shown how to use the 2 different saws the Wynanstkill Fire Dept uses for roof ventilation.

2011 Fish Fry Dinners Successfull

Sat, 23 Apr 2011 00:00:00 -0400

Heartfelt "thanks" to Past Chief John Hanlon & co.

A big THANK YOU to John Hanlon and all the members of the Wynantskill Fire Department for their hard work and contribution to the fish fry fundraisers. Thank you to the community for your support of the Wynantskill Fire Department! Chef Hanlon is brainstorming new dinner creations and when his new menu is ready we will advise all who have supported us over the past weeks. Again hats off to all those who put many hours in making the dinners successfull.
John O'Bomsawin- Chief WFD

Fish Fry is back for 2011!

Mon, 07 Mar 2011 00:00:00 -0500

By popular demand the Fish Fry Dinner Night is back!!!!! Come support Wynantskill Fire Department this Friday Night March 11th starting at 5:30 pm. $10 dinners which consist of fresh Haddock, hand cut french fry's, homemade Cole Slaw, also this year homemade New England Clam Chowda will be available. All sorts of beverages on hand also. Please come and enjoy and suport Wynantskill Fire Department.
Thank You
John Hanlon

Feb 23 Probie Class Cancelled

Wed, 23 Feb 2011 00:00:00 -0500

The Probationary Firefighting Class scheduled for tonight, Wednesday February 23rd, has been cancelled.

Authority is Car 1

February 2011 Report

Tue, 08 Feb 2011 00:00:00 -0500

The Wynantskill Fire Department announces its 2011 Line Officers and Executive Officers:
Chief- John O�Bomsawin, Asst. Chief James Burt Jr, 2nd Asst. Chief Mark Mason.
Captains- Anthony Miranda, Tom LaBelle, Ed McMahon, Dan Wilson Jr., Lieutenant- Chris Wilson.
Fire Police Captain- Ron Wilson, Lieutenant- Dan Wilson Sr., Executive Officers-Dave Wilson-President, Adam Littlefield-Vice President, Recording Secretary-Pat Hannigan, Financial Secretary- Chris Caldwell, Treasurer- Valarie McMahon, Executive Board- R.D. Miller, Sgt. at Arms- Jeremy Hannigan,
Trustee- Jordan Ryan. The membership thanks all its past officers for their duties in 2010.

Station 42 was busy in 2010: answering 531 Fire, EMS, Vehicle Accident and calls for service to the community. Members denoted over 8000 hours in 2010 answering those calls and training to provide a professional level of service to the community.

Chief O�Bomsawin thanks all the members for their time, efforts and hard work during the past year. The Chief also would like to welcome new members: John Boemio, Matt Lewis, Kyle Keegan, Robert Busta and Gregory Hannigan.

Congratulations to Adam Lackey and Derek Mauriello for become newly certified New York State EMT�s.

With the recent barrage of snow storms, the Department would enlist residents to adopt a �Fire Hydrant�. When a storm strikes, it would be of considerable help to keep fire hydrants around your home clear of snow and ice in the event a fire emergency occurs.

The Wynantskill Fire Department is a volunteer department established in 1913. We welcome any community resident interested in joining the fire department. You can access our web-site at www.wynantskillfire.com or contact the Chief at jobomsawin@ngfd.org for more information on becoming a member.

2011 Probationary Firefighter Classes

Mon, 24 Jan 2011 00:00:00 -0500

Probationary Firefighters Required to Attend

Classes for probationary department firefighters have begun. Normal training night is Wednesdays at 7pm. This week however, due to impending bad weather, it will be scheduled on Thursday January 27th with Capt. LaBelle. Start time 7pm. The following firefighters are required to attend: FF Boemio, FF Lewis, FF Busta, FF G. Hannigan, FF Keegan. Recommended to attend: FF T. Littlefield, FF E. Coonradt, FF Fitzpatrick.

Authority is Wynantskill Car 1

Training

Wed, 12 Jan 2011 00:00:00 -0500

Wynantskill to host Incident Safety Officer Class

Station 42 will host an Incident Safety Officer class beginning Wednesday January 12, 2011 starting at 7pm. All members are invited as
well as any other county agency (must follow registration protocol). Instructor: Poirier.

Training

Sun, 09 Jan 2011 00:00:00 -0500

Wynantskill to host Fire Officer I Class

Station 42 will host a Fire Officer I class starting Thursday January 13th at 7pm.
All members having intro to fire officer are
invited to attend. County Agencies invited
must register using county protocols.
Instructor: Poirier.

Car1

CPR Class at Station 9 Jan 20, 2011

Fri, 07 Jan 2011 00:00:00 -0500

Interested Members Sign up by Jan 9th

There will be a CPR class hosted at Station 9 on Thursday January 20th. All interested WFD firefighters should contact Chief O'Bomsawin or Asst. Chief Burt by Sunday Jan 9th to sign up.

Message authority is Wynantskill Car 1.

A Letter from the Chief 12/2010

Thu, 23 Dec 2010 00:00:00 -0500

Chief Thanks the Membership

I want to take time out as we conclude 2010 and thank all the members of the Wynantskill Fire Department for their time and effort that was put into responding to alarms and training this year.

We will by the conclusion of 2010 have responded to well over 500 alarms for various emergencies and requests for service from our community.

Our membership has proudly and professionally answered those calls. Our firefighters have spent thousands of hours training in 2010 to provide the professional service our community deserves.

I want to thank the families of our members for the countless times that their family member left a birthday party or a family event to respond to a neighbors call for help.

Special thanks to Asst. Chief James V. Burt Jr. 2nd Asst. Chief Mark Mason for there efforts in training and maintaining the apparatus and equipment during the year. Thanks to my Captains for running challenging drills this year to ready our members for fires, vehicle accidents and various emergencies. A special thank you to Captain Miranda and LaBelle for all the extra time for new driver training.

Thanks to Defreestville Station and Chief Swart, Clute, McCrae for their assistance during the year. Thanks to all our Mutual Aid Companies: Poestenkill, West Sand Lake, Eagle Mills, Mountain View. North Greenbush Ambulance for their EMS presence and professionalism and North Greenbush Police for their support and assistance throughout the year.

Lastly, our unsung support staff the Rensselaer County Public Safety Emergency dispatchers, thank you.

I want to wish everyone a safe and happy holiday season!

Chief John O'Bomsawin
Wynantskill Fire Department

Wal-Mart Recalls Electric Heaters Due to Fire and Burn Hazard Christmas 2010

Thu, 16 Dec 2010 00:00:00 -0500

Republished from U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission

WASHINGTON, D.C. - The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with the firm named below, today announced a voluntary recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed. It is illegal to resell or attempt to resell a recalled consumer product.
Name of Product: Flow Pro, Airtech, Aloha Breeze & Comfort Essentials Heaters
Units: About 2.2 million
Importer: Wal-Mart Stores Inc., of Bentonville, Arkansas
Hazard: The heaters can malfunction resulting in overheating, smoking, burning, melting and fire.
Incidents/Injuries: Wal-Mart has received 21 reports of incidents, which included 11 reports of property damage beyond the heater. Injuries were reported in four incidents, three of which required medical attention for minor burns and smoke inhalation. The remaining incidents included smoke irritation, sparking or property damage beyond the heater.
Description: This recall involves Flow Pro, Airtech, Aloha Breeze and Comfort Essentials 1500 watt heaters. The heaters are grey with a metal handle on the top with vents and grey control knobs on the front. The model number is 1013 and can be found on a label on the lower left corner of the back panel of the heater.
Sold Exclusively at: Walmart stores nationwide from December 2001 through October 2009 for about $18.
Manufactured in: China
Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled heater and return the product to any Walmart store for a full refund.
Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Wal-Mart toll-free at (800) 925-6278 between 7 a.m. and 9 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's website at www.walmart.com

New Incident Safety Officer class

Mon, 06 Dec 2010 00:00:00 -0500

New curriculum; Class starts Dec 14

There will be a previously unannounced Incident Safety Officer Class starting Tuesday, December 14th, at 7:00PM, at the Nassau Fire Station. This is a "pilot" of the new (2009) curriculum. The class will run five consecutive Tuesdays, December 14, 21, 28, January 4, & 11.

Garage Fire 11-23-2010

Tue, 23 Nov 2010 00:00:00 -0500

WFD Responds to Fully Involved Garage

A little after 11:45am on November 23rd, the Wynantskill Fire Dept., DeFreestville Fire Dept., and North Greenbush Ambulance were dispatched to a reported structure fire on Marion Avenue. Engine 42-6 with a crew of 4 responded moments later and arrived to find a 1 story detached garage heavily involved in fire. The Engine crew led by Past Chief Jay Wilson stretched a 2.5" Blitzfire line and a 2" attack line while hooking up a 5 inch supply line to 42-6. The fire was knocked down in less than 10 minutes. Truck 42 and Engine 42-7 arrived on scene shortly after to assist with overhaul. Units on scene were NG Ambulance 5530 and Medic Fly Car 5561, Wynantskills 42-6 and 42-7, Truck 42 and WFD Cars 1 & 2. All 14 WFD members cleared the scene within 2 hours. Thanks to DeFreestville Engine 9-6 who stood by at our station and Engine 9-7 who stood by in their station during the incident. Thanks to
the crew of 5530/5561 for stretching lines in the
street.

Extrication Drill

Tue, 23 Nov 2010 00:00:00 -0500

On Tuesday, November 23rd, at the weekly drill the Rescue Company Training Squad practiced on vehicle stabilization, patient stabilization, and our hydraulic rescue tools. The drill was led by Rescue Company Captain Anthony Miranda.

Firefighter 1 Graduation

Thu, 18 Nov 2010 00:00:00 -0500

Firefighter 1 Graduation

Graduation for FF1 to be held at St. 42 7pm November 18th. Any member available to help with clean up detail after the event please contact Car 1 470-6004 or stop down after 8pm.

ENGINEERS

Sun, 31 Oct 2010 00:00:00 -0400

ENGINEERS MAINTENANCE NIGHT

Apparatus Engineers will meet Monday evenings at
7pm to perform maintenance and equipment checks.
Please use drill sheet for attendance. Chief
Engineer Don Huerter will be there to assist all engineers as needed. If you can't make the
night please contact Car-1 .

Car-1

Are you ready?

Sat, 02 Oct 2010 00:00:00 -0400

http://backstepfirefighter.com/2010/10/02/nothing-good-happens-at-3-a-m/

Mutual Aid to Town of Brunswick

Tue, 28 Sep 2010 00:00:00 -0400

Roll over with Mt. View Fire Dept.

Around 6:50pm the members of the Wynantskill Fire Dept. were gathering around to head out for their weekly drill. The Bureau of Public Saftey toned out Mt. View Fire, Eagle Mills Fire, and Mohawk Ambulance for a Delta Traffic Accident roll over with entrapment at 793 Pawling Avenue. Mt. View Fire arrived on scene to find one vehicle rolled over on the passengers side with 2 occupants after hitting a support beam on a building. Mt. View Command then requested Rescue 42 to the scene and an Engine for a Landing Zone. Rescue 42 responded with a crew of 8 including 2 Captains and Cars 1,2, & 3 also responded with a total of 5. The 13 volunteers from Wynantskill cleared the scene around 7:45pm.

For Sale: 2000 Slide-In Skid Unit

Sun, 26 Sep 2010 00:00:00 -0400

NGFD#1 accepting bids for sale

OFPC Safety Alert - September 2010

Wed, 08 Sep 2010 00:00:00 -0400

Potential for Distribution of Propane Lacking Proper Odorant into New York State

On Thursday September 2, 2010, the Office of Fire Prevention and Control (OFPC) was notified by the Massachusetts State Fire Marshal�s Office that they had discovered DCP Midstream�s propane facility in Westfield, Massachusetts had possibly supplied non-odorized and/or under odorized propane to multiple distributors throughout New England and New York.

This Safety Alert has been prepared in cooperation with the Department of State Division of Code Enforcement and Administration and is distributed to notify the fire service, propane suppliers, and the general public on the issues associated with propane and safeguards to ensure that the threat is minimized.

General Facts:

Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG, commonly referred to as propane) is an odorless gas that, without the mixture of an odorizer, is difficult to detect without meters or alarms. LPG is flammable at a minimum of 2% mixture with air, can displace oxygen in high quantities, and is heavier than air

The subject LPG facility has been distributing LPG since May 7, 2010.

LPG initially purchased from other locations is not currently subject to this Safety Alert.

The subject LPG facility does not conduct retail sales to the general public. Rather, it provides product to other dealers that then either resell the LPG to retail suppliers or to the general public.

The New York State Propane Gas Association is working proactively to inform interested parties of the situation, and advising them to analyze their existing LPG supplies.

For Fire Departments:

The distinctive odor of LPG may not be present, or may be diminished, thereby making recognition that LPG is actually present within a particular situation (I.E. a pilot light out or a pipe leak) difficult. However, the lack of, or reduction in, odorant, should not have any impact on a properly calibrated meter. Fire Departments should review their meter operations manual on proper calibration and conversion factors for combustible gas monitoring specific to LPG.

Fire departments are advised to treat all LPG emergencies as high-concentration leaks, wearing full PPE and SCBA with appropriate firefighting equipment until the leak can be quantified with properly calibrated meters.

Due to the varying uses of the gas and quantities of consumers, LPG that may lack the proper level of odorant

may be in consumer fixed and portable tanks for the foreseeable future. This is not a condition that will go away in a finite amount of time.

For Code Enforcement Officials:

Ensure that LPG suppliers within your jurisdiction are aware of this Safety Alert.

In cases where LPG suppliers within your jurisdiction have non-odorized or under odorized LPG, distribution must cease from that location until the LPG can be odorized in accordance with the Fire Code of New York State and NFPA 58, Chapter 4. Testing for the appropriate levels of odorant (ethyl mercaptan) is done qualitatively by a �sniff test� and/or quantitatively by a stain tube test.

In cases were non-odorized product is identified and voluntary compliance is not achieved, facility closure requirements are found within Chapter 27 of the Fire Code of New York State and the situation may qualify for revocation of the operating permit if so issued by the local jurisdiction.

Questions or concerns regarding code enforcement practices may be directed to the Department of State, Division of Code Enforcement and Administration at (518) 474-4073.

For Propane Suppliers:

All propane distributors should check for proper odorant level in existing supplies. In accordance with the Fire Code of New York State, and its reference standard NFPA 58, all storage and distribution tanks, including delivery vehicles and containers awaiting sale must contain odorized product. Any deficiencies warrant a voluntary shutdown, with appropriate measures undertaken to mitigate the condition. OFPC, the local code enforcement office and the local fire department should be notified if non-odorized product is discovered.

Distributors should immediately notify all other parties that they may have sold non-odorized LPG to, regardless of their location.

For the Public:

LPG without the proper odorant is dangerous, as easy, rapid detection of a leak will not be possible.

In cases when a potential of an LPG leak exists due to unmaintained equipment, is suspected, the device should be shutdown and the valves of piping and/or tanks should be closed and a qualified serviceperson should be called.

In cases where an active LPG leak is suspected, with or without an odor, the area should be evacuated and the fire department should be called.

If you have any questions regarding the status of the LPG distributed to your home or business, contact your LPG supplier.

OFPC recommends the following general precautions before using any LPG fueled device:

Ensure all connections are tight

With the tank on and the grill valves off, spray a light coat of soapy-water onto all connections and fittings. If bubbles form, they indicate a leak. Shut off the tank and do not use the device.

When using a barbeques or grill, be certain they are at least 10 feet from any building and not on or under any decks, porches, or balconies.

Do not smoke near any propane tank.

For this and other Safety Alerts (in printable PDF format) please visit the OFPC website at: http://www.dos.state.ny.us/fire/firewww.html

Contact Information:

General Information, Fire Departments, Propane Distributors - NYS Office of Fire Prevention & Control, Bureau of Fire Prevention (518) 474-6746

Code Enforcement Officials - NYS Division of Code Enforcement & Administration (518) 474-4073

Call for a roll over after monthly meeting

Tue, 07 Sep 2010 00:00:00 -0400

About 10 minutes after the monthly meeting ended, Wynantskill Fire was dispatched for for a traffic accident on Williams Rd in front of Hudson Valley Community College. Cars 1,2,& 3, Rescue 42, and Engine 42-6 called enroute seconds after the call. The chiefs arrived to find a car rolled over on its roof and advised Rescue 42 & 42-6. The patient was already out of the car and in care of North Greenbush Ambulance.

Response to West Sand Lake

Fri, 03 Sep 2010 00:00:00 -0400

Wynantskill Fire Dept responds to 3rd Alarm Fire

At 6:30 & 6:37am the volunteers of the Wynantskill Fire Dept were alerted to respond to West Sand Lake for a 2nd Alarm Fire on Rabie Rd. A few minutes later the 3rd Alarm was requested. Wynantskill responded with Cars 1 & 2, and Engine 42-6 with 6 members. The 8 man crew was on scene for close to an hour and a half.

Valley Cats Tickets Pick-up

Mon, 09 Aug 2010 00:00:00 -0400

Tickets can be picked up from Commissioner Hogan

Anyone who still needs their tickets for the Valley Cats game this Saturday night (8/14) can pick them before or after the commissioner meeting tonight, or before or after drill tomorrow night.�

Anyone who won't be available on either night is urged to call Commissioner Hogan.

New law to increase emergency vehicle visibility

Fri, 18 Jun 2010 00:00:00 -0400

From CapitalNews9 - YNN

NEW YORK STATE -- New legislation passed by the state Senate would increase visibility of emergency vehicles. The bill would require motorists to reduce speed when passing an emergency situation along a highway but it would also allow fire companies to install additional blue lights on the rear of their vehicles.

Studies have shown that those blue lights are more noticeable. Current law allows them on police and volunteer firefighter vehicles. But use of the blue lights is currently prohibited on all other fire vehicles.

Reprinted from http://capitalregion.ynn.com/content/top_stories/508434/new-law-to-increase-emergency-vehicle-visibility/

FF Valerie McMahon & Capt Miranda Appear in NYSAFC Hands-On Training Video

Thu, 17 Jun 2010 00:00:00 -0400

Firefighters appear in Oneida Dispatch

See http://www.oneidadispatch.com/articles/2010/06/11/news/doc4c12e4be73aca111926495.txt for the full article

Basic Forcible Entry Class at Hoags Corners

Thu, 17 Jun 2010 00:00:00 -0400

Learn new and basic tactics for forcing entry

8-hour - Open Enrollment:
Hands-On Basic Forcible Entry Operations
Saturday June 26th, 2010 � 8:30am � 4:30pm
Hosted by the: Hoag�s Corners Volunteer Fire Company
7237 NY 66
East Nassau, NY 12062

$200 per member
Book ASAP: Only 40 seats available per session, they will book fast

Conventionally force inward opening doors using the �irons� at varying degrees of difficulty
Conventionally force outward opening doors using the �irons�
Force a simulated door from the �hinged-side� using the �irons�
Force padlocks using a Duck-bill Lock-breaker, and the �irons�
Force a �Chinese� padlock using a screwdriver
Cut a padlock with a power saw
Perform at least 10 cuts with a power saw of various heights & saw orientation to simulate the removal of window bars
Cut a simulated American Series 2000 padlock with a power-saw
Pull several lock cylinders using the �irons�, a �K-Tool�, and/or a �Rex-Tool�
Receive ample hands-on time using through-the-lock techniques to manipulate hundreds of locks on display
Participate in a 2-hour lecture/discussion pertaining to tools and forcible entry size-up

Contact Kevin LeGacy at klegacy@brotherhoodinstructors.com or call (845) 239-1028 for any questions.
Download copies of this flier, the waiver or for our instructor roster visit: http://brotherhoodinstructors.com.

For further information, download the brochure: http://www.WynantskillFire.com/download/HCVFD_Basic_Forcible_Entry_Ops.pdf

APHS SADD Car Wash

Sun, 16 May 2010 00:00:00 -0400

A Car Wash To Support Averill Park SADD!!!!!

Come One Come All On Sunday May 16,2010 to support the Averill Park High School SADD will be having a car wash from 11:00 am to 2:00pm@ West Sand Lake Fire House.
The cost for cars are $ 5.00 an trucks are $ 7.00

Thanks APHS SADD

USFA Releases Grill Fires on Residential Properties Report

Mon, 03 May 2010 00:00:00 -0400

These topical reports are designed to explore facets of the U.S. fire problem as depicted through data collected in the U.S. Fire Administration�s (USFA�s) National Fire Incident Reporting System (NFIRS). Each topical report briefly addresses the nature of the specific fire or fire-related topic, highlights
important findings from the data, and may suggest other resources to consider for further information. Also included are recent examples of fire incidents that demonstrate some of the issues addressed in the report or that put the report topic in context.

Findings
Grill fires on residential properties result in an estimated average of 10 deaths, 100 injuries, and $37 million in property loss each year.

Almost half (49 percent) of grill fires on residential properties occur from 5 to 8 p.m.

Over half (57 percent) of grill fires on residential properties occur in the 4 months of May, June, July, and August.

Thirty-two percent of grill fires on residential properties start on patios, terraces, screened-in porches, or courtyards, while an additional 24 percent start on exterior balconies and unenclosed porches.

The leading category of equipment power source is �gas fuels� (79 percent). Within this category, propane is the power source in 69 percent of all grill fires on residential properties.

�Heat from powered equipment� is the leading heat source category for grill fires on residential properties (47 percent). Within this category, spark, ember, or flame from operating equipment accounts for 28 percent of all grill fires on residential properties.

Thirty-seven percent of grill fires on residential properties with item first ignited determined fall under the �liquids, piping, filters� category which includes flammable liquid/gas and accelerants.

The leading category of factors contributing to ignition is �mechanical failure, malfunction� (35 percent). Within this category, leaks or breaks of containers or pipes account for 23 percent of all grill fires on residential properties.
From 2006 to 2008, an estimated 5,700 grill fires on residential properties occurred annually in the United States.1,2,3 These fires resulted in an estimated average of 10 deaths, 100 injuries, and $37 million in property loss each year.

Grill fires on residential properties are defined as fires where a grill, hibachi, or barbecue is the principal equipment involved in ignition and the property use is residential. Of these fires, 45 percent are residential structure fires, 47 percent are outside fires, and 8 percent are other, unspecified
fires.

Grill fires on residential properties consist of two major categories
of incidents: fires that are confined to specific types of equipment or objects (confined fires) and those that are not (nonconfined fires). Confined fires are small fire incidents
that are limited in scope, confined to noncombustible containers, rarely result in serious injury or large content losses, and are expected to have no significant accompanying
property losses due to flame damage.4,5 Approximately 10 percent of grill fires on residential properties are confined
fires.

As shown in Figure 1, grill fires on residential properties occur mainly in the early evening hours, from 5 to 8 p.m., peaking from 6 to 7 p.m. at 19 percent. In fact, this 3-hour period accounts for almost half (49 percent) of grill fires on residential properties. Sixty-three percent of grill fires on residential properties occur during the 5-hour period from 4 to 9 p.m. Fire incidence then declines, reaching and staying near the lowest point during the morning hours (12 a.m. to 12 p.m.), and steadily rises again in the afternoon hours until reaching its peak in the early evening hours.

As expected, over half (57 percent) of grill fires on residential properties occur in the 4 months of May, June, July, and August. Fire incidence then begins to decline reaching the lowest point in December, and steadily rises during the first 4 months of the year. This pattern correlates
with warm-weather outdoor recreational activities.

Five areas of fire origin account for 80 percent of grill fires on residential properties (Table 3). Thirty-two percent of grill fires on residential properties start on patios, terraces, screened-in porches, or courtyards. Another 24 percent of these fires start on exterior balconies and unenclosed porches, while an additional 17 percent start in other, unspecified outside areas. Less common are grill fires on residential properties that start on exterior wall surfaces (4 percent) and outside open areas including lawns, farmland, fields, and vacant lots (4 percent).

The equipment power source categories of grill fires on residential properties. The leading category of equipment power source is �gas fuels� (79 percent). Within this category, propane is the power source in 69 percent of all grill fires on residential properties. The second leading equipment power source category is �solid fuels� (18 percent) which includes charcoal. For the remaining 3 percent of grill fires on residential properties, the equipment is powered by electrical, liquid, or other fuel sources.

The �heat from powered equipment� category accounts for 47 percent of grill fires on residential properties where the heat source was determined. Within this category, spark, ember, or flame from operating equipment
accounts for 28 percent of all grill fires on residential properties, while radiated or conducted heat from operating equipment accounts for 14 percent of these fires.

The �hot or smoldering object� category accounts for 19 percent of grill fires on residential properties where the heat source was determined. This category includes hot coals, charcoal, or ashes. Additionally, the �heat from open flame or smoking materials� category also accounts for 19 percent of the grill fires. This category includes lighters and matches.

Thirty-seven percent of grill fires on residential properties with item first ignited determined fall under the �liquids, piping, filters� category (Figure 4). This category includes flammable liquid/gas and accelerants. The second leading category, �organic materials,� accounts for 22 percent of grill fires on residential properties, while the third category, �structural component or finish,� accounts for 19 percent of these fires. Flammable liquid/gas (34 percent), cooking
materials (18 percent), other, unspecified items (10 percent), and exterior sidewall covering, surface, and finish (8 percent) are the specific items most often first ignited in grill fires on residential properties.

The leading category of factors contributing to ignition is �mechanical failure, malfunction� (35 percent). Within this category, leaks or breaks of containers or pipes account for 23 percent of all grill fires on residential properties.The �misuse of material or product� category is a contributing
factor in 30 percent of grill fires on residential properties. Within this category, heat source too close to combustibles accounts for 18 percent of all grill fires on residential properties. The third leading category of factors
contributing to ignition is �operational deficiency� (26 percent). Within this category, unattended equipment (9 percent) and failure to clean (9 percent) account for 18 percent of all grill fires on residential properties. The �fire spread or control� category is the fourth leading factor at 10 percent.

Grills, hibachis, and barbecues on residential properties continue to be a high fire risk and, on average, result in more injuries and slightly higher dollar losses when compared
to all other fires. As a result, it is crucial that each household diligently practice fire safety when cooking on one of these pieces of equipment. Practicing fire safety can prevent these fires and their resultant injuries, deaths, and property loss. For grilling and other types of cooking fire safety, please visit http://www.usfa.fema.gov/citizens/all_citizens/home_fire_prev/cooking.shtm.

Chief Jerry Paris's Mayday Class

Tue, 20 Apr 2010 00:00:00 -0400

April 20, 2010

Thank You

Sun, 04 Apr 2010 00:00:00 -0400

Thanks for standing by with 42-6

Thanks to all the members who stood by at the station and provided the code 100 to the field at
42-6 when the heater hose blew off. Your support
and dedication was appreciated.
Thanks to Jason from TNT truck service for his
assistance.

WFD C1

Eddie's Story

Sat, 13 Mar 2010 00:00:00 -0500

East Greenbush Asst. Chief DiMartino shares his story

Set Your Clocks, Check Your Smoke Alarms

Sat, 13 Mar 2010 00:00:00 -0500

Check your smoke alarms and change the batteries!

This weekend, March 13 and 14, we will all be setting our clocks to Daylight Saving Time. The time change is a good reminder to check your smoke alarms. According to the National Fire Protection Association, more than 66 percent of home fire deaths that occurred between 2003-2006 were in homes without a working smoke alarm. A working smoke alarm significantly increases your chances of surviving a deadly home fire.

A properly installed and maintained smoke alarm is the only thing in your home that can alert you and your family to a fire 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Whether you�re awake or asleep, a working smoke alarm is constantly on alert, scanning the air for fire and smoke. Smoke alarms must be maintained! A smoke alarm with a dead or missing battery is the same as having no smoke alarm at all, so test your smoke alarm monthly by pushing the �test� button, if it has one.

Smoke alarms are powered by either a battery or are hardwired into your home�s electrical system. Hardwired smoke alarms are usually equipped with a backup battery. If your smoke alarm is powered by battery, the battery needs to be replaced annually unless it is a long-life battery (check the owner�s manual). All batteries should be maintained and replaced in accordance with manufacturer�s guidance.

Choose an annual date, such as the time change, when you will remember to maintain your smoke alarm in tip top condition. Check the manufacturer�s expiration date on the label, replace the batteries if needed, and clean dust away from the slots so that smoke can enter freely. All smoke alarms, hard-wired and battery powered, should be replaced every ten years. These simple steps will help ensure that you and your family will have the best chance of surviving if fire should strike.

USFA has a fire safety campaign called Install. Inspect. Protect. which provides information about home smoke alarms and fire sprinklers. Please visit the campaign Web site at www.usfa.dhs.gov/campaigns/smokealarms/.

Mobile Site Available

Wed, 10 Mar 2010 00:00:00 -0500

Now browse WynantskillFire.com on the go!

The Wynantskill Fire Department is proud to announce their brand new mobile-optimized website! This means you can browse the Wynantskill Fire site from any mobile device. Simply enter http://m.wynantskillfire.com into your phone's browser. The mobile site is especially optimized for the iPhone and iPod Touch.

New RSS Function

Wed, 10 Mar 2010 00:00:00 -0500

WFD is proud to release an RSS feed

The Wynantskill Fire Department is proud to announce it's next step into the 21st Century: offer you, the reader, an RSS feed. Basically, you use an RSS Reader (such as Google Reader to quickly and efficiently read through the latest updates published by your favorite websites. This saves you the time and hassle of constantly browsing across several websites in search of new updates. With RSS, the updates come to you! So check it out! http://www.wynantskillfire.com/rss.php.

Trench Rescue Awareness Class

Thu, 04 Mar 2010 00:00:00 -0500

Taught by TFD Chief Hughes March 15 & 22

There will be a Trench Rescue Awareness Class taught by Chief Hughes of Troy Fire at the Poestenkill Fire Station. Class is Monday March 15 and 22. Class is 2 nights.

A Pump Ops course is also slated to start April 6th at station 27

Any members interested in registering need to contact Car 1 by Tuesday March 9th.

2010 Turn-Out Gear Order has arrived

Tue, 02 Mar 2010 00:00:00 -0500

The Following members need to have their new PPE issued

J Burt Jr B Poirier
R.D. Miller C Caldwell
J Hannigan Sr P Ferritto
R Monroe D Albarelli
J Catone
J Oliver

Following members have new boots to be issued
V McMahon
E McMahon
M Mason

Please see Captain Dan Wilson Jr to have your PPE issued

Thank You

Live Fire H.O.T

Mon, 01 Mar 2010 00:00:00 -0500

Upcoming Live Fire Training is being scheduled for the following dates

Tuesday March 30th
Sunday April 18th
Tuesday April 27th

There will be a Sign-Up Sheet posted for the 4/18/10 Live Fire H.O.T - Please sign-up in advance-

If you have any questions- Please see a Chief or Line Officer

Thank You

Ice Rescue Drill 2-21-2010

Sat, 20 Feb 2010 00:00:00 -0500

The Wynantskill Fire Department will be conducting a members-only Ice Rescue drill this Sunday, February 21st. Members are requested to assemble at the fire station at 8:30am. Authority is Car 1.

Cab, Cop or Coffin

Sun, 14 Feb 2010 00:00:00 -0500

Celebrate Responsibly

WFD wants you to be able to celebrate Valentine's Day with your loves ones this year AND next year. Please celebrate responsibly. Remember: Cab, Cop, Coffin - Your Choice - Don�t Drink and Drive!

Amanda's Law

Mon, 18 Jan 2010 00:00:00 -0500

Carbon monoxide alarm requirements to go into effect February 22, 2010

As the result of legislation, Amanda�s Law will go into effect on February 22, 2010. It requires essentially all residences, both new and existing, to have carbon monoxide alarms installed. The specific requirements differ for new and existing residences and also on when the buildings were built and subcategories of occupancy groups.

Probably the most asked question will be the requirement for existing one and two family residences. They will be required to have one carbon monoxide alarm installed on the lowest story having a sleeping area.

The proposal to modify the Uniform Fire Prevention and Building Code, in order to comply with Amanda's Law, is in the process of being adopted as an emergency rule. The following link provides the proposed code text and legislation, Amanda�s Law.

http://www.dos.state.ny.us/code/COAlarm.htm

From NYSAFC

Defreestville Fire Protection District to Consolidate with North Greenbush Fire District

Thu, 17 Dec 2009 00:00:00 -0500

Consolidation Will Lead to Improved Fire Protection Services and Tax Savings

ALBANY, NY (12/17/2009)(readMedia)-- New York's Secretary of State Lorraine Cortes-Vazquez announced that effective January 1, 2010, fire protection services in the Town of North Greenbush will be consolidated under North Greenbush Fire District # 1 as the District expands to encompass the entire town. The expansion of the District was extensively researched and studied by the District, the fire departments and the Town of North Greenbush under a grant from the New York State Department of State.

"This Fire District expansion is an excellent example of how two separate entities can join together while continuing to provide excellent service and providing taxpayer savings" said New York Secretary of State Lorraine Cortes-Vazquez. "In these difficult times of budget deficits, the ability of a municipality to minimize a tax rate increase or to provide a tax rate decrease while maintaining service levels speaks volumes about the dedication of a governing board. This study is also indicative of the progress that can be made and the opportunities that are available when municipalities work together to solve problems in their communities."

Due to annual cost increases, projected savings can be difficult to determine; however, residents of the original North Greenbush Fire District #1 may see only a 2% increase in their fire protection tax rate this year, instead of the originally projected 3% increase. The residents of the original DeFreestville Fire Protection District may see up to a 40% reduction in their fire protection tax rate, or $148 on a property assessed at $100,000. This consolidation provides a uniform Fire District tax rate for all properties throughout the entire town of North Greenbush. In addition, all volunteers in the two departments will now receive the same benefits from the Length of Service Award Program (LOSAP).

"The expansion of the Fire District will improve the organization, the efficiency and utilization of resources for fire protection services," said Daniel Garab, Chairman of the Board of Fire Commissioners. "The DeFreestville Fire Department will become a fire department within the expanded Fire District, just as the Wynantskill Fire Department currently is."

"This change will fortify and enhance the teamwork that WFD and DFD have had for many, many years," said Wynantskill Fire Chief James Schirmer. "From both a financial and a fire fighting standpoint, this change makes perfect sense, and we welcome it," said DeFreestville Fire Chief Raymond Swart.

Fire protection services have been provided for decades in only part of the Town by North Greenbush Fire District #1 and its Wynantskill Fire Department. In other parts of the Town, fire protection has been provided by the DeFreestville Fire Department, Inc. through the DeFreestville Fire Protection District and through contracts between the DFD and North Greenbush Fire District # 1 for portions of the District that are in proximity to the DFD fire station. Chairman Garab said recent actions by the Town, the Fire District and the DFD will result in the dissolution of the DeFreestville Fire Protection District and have cleared the way to create a town-wide Fire District with two fire Departments.

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New Gear Fitting December 21

Sun, 13 Dec 2009 00:00:00 -0500

Firefighters Need to get fitted for new gear

The following firefighters need to report to the firehouse on 12/21 at 5:30pm to get fitted for new gear:

J Hannigan Sr

J Oliver

RD Miller

Joe Catone

R Monroe

C Caldwell

A Poirier

P Ferritto

J Burt Jr

D Alberelli

CPR Refresher Class Dec 12!

Fri, 11 Dec 2009 00:00:00 -0500

Class starts at 9:00am at Sta 21 MVFC

MVFC Firefighter Adam Coonradt will be teaching a CPR Refresher class to any firefighter needing it. Class will begin Saturday December 12th, at 9:00AM and is expected to run no longer than 4 hours.

Please e-mail or txt ACoonradt@MountainViewFire.com ASAP if you are interested.

Decorate Safely for the Holiday Season

Thu, 03 Dec 2009 00:00:00 -0500

Keep your holidays injury-free with these important safety tips from Safe Kids USA and the United States Fire Administration

In addition to food, family, and gifts, decorations are one of the reasons that many look forward to the holiday season. While candles, Christmas trees, and other decorations are part of the holiday spirit, they can pose fire and poisoning hazards, especially to curious children. Safe Kids USA and the United States Fire Administration remind parents and caregivers to take a few precautions when decorating for Christmas, Hanukkah, Kwanzaa, and other festivities.

Wintertime is the most dangerous time of the year for injuries and deaths from fire. Each year, approximately 450 children ages 14 and under die in residential fires; children under the age of 5 are at the greatest risk. �Never, never leave lit candles unattended,� says Suzanne Morton, Safe Kids USA fire and burn safety program manager. �Don�t put candles on a tree or a natural wreath, or near curtains or drapes, and keep matches and lighters locked out of reach of children.�

In 2005, candles started an estimated 15,600 home fires in the United States, and the top four days for candle fires are around Christmas and New Year�s, according to the National Fire Protection Association. Battery-operated flameless candles are an alternative that does not have a fire risk. Decorative lighting should be labeled with the seal of an independent testing lab and should only be used outdoors if it�s labeled for outdoor use.

�I am pleased to join with Safe Kids USA to raise the level of awareness about the potential dangers during the holiday season,� said U.S. Fire Administrator, Kelvin J. Cochran. �Make sure your smoke alarms are working and that your children can hear them while they are sleeping; make and practice a home fire escape plan; and follow basic safety tips regarding holiday decorating.�

Never leave a lighted Christmas tree or other decorative lighting display unattended. Inspect lights for exposed or frayed wires, loose connections, and broken sockets. Do not overload extension cords or outlets and do not run an electrical cord under a rug.
Natural Christmas trees always involve some risk of fire. To minimize the risk, get a fresh tree and keep it watered at all times. Do not put the tree within three feet of a fireplace, space heater, radiator, or heat vent.
Decorate with children in mind. Do not put ornaments that have small parts or metal hooks, or look like food or candy, on the lower branches where small children can reach them. Trim protruding branches at or below a child�s eye level, and keep lights out of reach.
Do not burn Christmas tree branches, treated wood, or wrapping paper in a home fireplace.

Keep alcohol (including baking extracts) out of reach and do not leave alcoholic drinks unattended.
Color additives used in fireplace fires are a toxic product and should be stored out of reach. Artificial snow can be harmful if inhaled, so use it in a well-vented space.
Mistletoe berries, Holly Berry and Jerusalem Cherry can be poisonous. If they are used in decorating, make sure children and pets cannot reach it.
In a poison emergency, call the national Poison Control Center at 800-222-1222.

For more information about holiday safety, call 202-662-0600 or visit the fire and poisoning prevention pages at www.usa.safekids.org. For in-depth fire safety information, visit the USFA�s fire safety Web site at www.usfa.dhs.gov/citizens.

Wing Night Resumes!

Sun, 08 Nov 2009 00:00:00 -0500

November 20 2009

WING NIGHT is back 6:00 pm Friday November 20th.

Wings the way you want them, antipasto with everything in it and HUGE!! Pease come support the Wynantskill Fire Department we need the participation to continue these functions. Please let me know if you can attend or take out. I would like to get some sort of count. For those of you who do come and enjoy the food and friends thank you. For those of you who have not tried it come see for yourselves, you will be surprised.

Thanks Again,

John Hanlon, President
JohnHanlonSr@WynantskillFire.com

Winter 2010 CFR Class

Wed, 28 Oct 2009 00:00:00 -0400

Donna Holt teaching CFR Original/Refresher class in Pittstown

Donna Holt will be teaching a CFR Original and Refresher Course at the Pittstown Volunteer Emergency Corp. on Parker School Rd. This course will start January 7th and will be every Thursday from 7PM - 10PM, and some Saturdays. It will finish in May. 100% attendance is expected. There is no charge for current EMS volunteers.

For further information and applications, download the Original application here or the Refresher application here.

Old Timer's Night

Tue, 13 Oct 2009 00:00:00 -0400

Members and retired members are cordially invited to attend the Wynantskill Fire Department's Annual Old Timer's Night to be held on October 24th at the Firehouse on Church Street starting at 18:30. Please RSVP by the cards located at the firehouse on the meeting table or by signing up on the calendar function on the website . Thank you and hope to see you all there

Focus on Fire Safety: Fire Prevention Week 2009

Sun, 04 Oct 2009 00:00:00 -0400

Stay Fire Smart! Don�t Get Burned.

Cooking is the leading cause of residential structure fires and injuries. Unattended cooking is the leading factor contributing to cooking-related fires. For these reasons and many others, the theme for Fire Prevention Week, October 4-10, 2009 is �Stay Fire Smart! Don�t Get Burned!� In addition to cooking fires, a special emphasis is placed on burn awareness and prevention and keeping homes fire safe.

Here are some tips you can follow to stay fire smart:

Take care while preparing meals�stay in the kitchen when frying, boiling, or broiling.

If you smoke, put it out, all the way out, every time.
Keep all flammables at least three feet away from space heaters�space heaters need space.

Plan and practice your home fire escape plan.
Make sure smoke alarms are in good working order.

Kitchen Safety

Fires resulting from cooking continue to be the most common type of fire experienced by U.S. households. Cooking fires are also the leading cause of civilian fire injuries in residences. These fires are preventable by simply being more attentive to the use of cooking materials and equipment.
Safe Cooking Tips:

Never leave boiling, frying, or broiling food unattended. Stay in the kitchen! If you leave the kitchen for even a short period of time, turn off the stove.

Regularly check food that is cooking; use a timer to remind yourself that you are cooking.
Keep anything that can catch fire � oven mitts, wooden utensils, food packaging, towels, or curtains � away from your stovetop.

Keep the stovetop, burners, and oven clean.
Wear short, close-fitting, or tightly rolled sleeves when cooking.

Loose clothing can dangle onto stove burners and can catch fire if it comes in contact with a gas flame or electric burner.

Have a �kid-free zone� of at least 3 feet around the stove and areas where hot food or drink is prepared or carried.

Always use cooking equipment that has the label of a recognized testing laboratory, such as Underwriters Laboratories.

Follow manufacturer�s instructions and code requirements when installing, cleaning, and operating cooking equipment.

Plug microwave ovens or other cooking appliances directly into an outlet.

Never use an extension cord for cooking appliances as it can overload the circuit and cause a fire.

Check electrical cords for cracks, breaks, or damage.

Smoking Safety

Every year almost 1,000 smokers and non-smokers are killed in home fires caused by cigarettes and other smoking materials. The U.S. Fire Administration is working to help prevent home fire deaths and injuries caused by smoking materials. Fires caused by cigarettes and other smoking materials are preventable. You can make a difference!

Smoking and Home Action Steps:

If you smoke, smoke outside.

Wherever you smoke, use deep, sturdy ashtrays.
Make sure cigarettes and ashes are out.

Check for cigarette butts in furniture or on the floor.

Never smoke in a home where oxygen is used.
If you smoke, fire-safe cigarettes are better.

Be alert!

Heating Safety

More than one-third of Americans use fireplaces, wood stoves and other fuel-fired appliances as primary heat sources in their homes.

Unfortunately, many people are unaware of the fire risks when heating with wood and solid fuels.

Heating fires account for 36% of residential home fires in rural areas every year. Often these fires are due to creosote buildup in chimneys and stovepipes. All home heating systems require regular maintenance to function safety and efficiently.

The U.S. Fire Administration encourages you to practice the following fire safe steps to keep those home fires safely burning. Remember, fire safety is your personal responsibility�..Fire Stops with YOU!

Keep Fireplaces and Wood Stoves Clean

Have your chimney or wood stove inspected and cleaned annually by a certified chimney specialist.

Clear the area around the hearth of debris, decorations and flammable materials.

Always use a metal mesh screen with fireplaces.

Leave glass doors open while burning a fire.
Install stovepipe thermometers to help monitor flue temperatures.

Keep air inlets on wood stoves open, and never restrict air supply to fireplaces. Otherwise you may cause creosote buildup that could lead to a chimney fire.

Use fire-resistant materials on walls around wood stoves.

Electrical Safety

Electrical fires in our homes claim the lives of 485 Americans each year and injure 2,305 more. Some of these fires are caused by electrical system failures and appliance defects, but many more are caused by the misuse and poor maintenance of electrical appliances, incorrectly installed wiring, and overloaded circuits.

Electrical Safety Precautions:

Routinely check your electrical appliances and wiring.

Frayed wires can cause fires. Replace all worn, old or damaged appliance cords immediately.
Use electrical extension cords wisely and don�t overload them.

Keep electrical appliances away from wet floors and counters; pay special care to electrical appliances in the bathroom and kitchen.

When buying electrical appliances look for products evaluated by a nationally recognized laboratory, such and Underwriter�s Laboratories (UL).

Don�t allow children to play with or around electrical appliances like space heaters, irons and hair dryers.

Keep clothes, curtains and other potentially combustible items at least three feet from all heaters.

If an appliance has a three-prong plug, only use it in a three-slot outlet. Never force it to fit into a two-slot outlet or extension cord.

Never overload extension cords or wall sockets.
Immediately shut off, then professionally replace, light switches that are hot to the touch and lights that flicker.

Use safety closures to �child-proof� electrical outlets.

Check your electrical tools regularly for signs of wear.

Escape Plans
In the event of a fire, remember - time is the biggest enemy and every second counts! Escape plans help you get out of your home quickly.

In less than 30 seconds a small flame can get completely out of control and turn into a major fire.
It only takes minutes for a house to fill with thick black smoke and become engulfed in flames.

Practice Escaping From Every Room In The Home

Practice escape plans every month. The best plans have two ways to get out of each room.

If the primary way is blocked by fire or smoke, you will need a second way out. A secondary route might be a window onto an adjacent roof or a collapsible ladder - evaluated by a nationally recognized laboratory such as Underwriters Laboratories (UL) - for escape from upper story windows.

Make sure that windows are not stuck, screens can be taken out quickly, and that security bars can be properly opened. Also, practice feeling your way out of the house in the dark or with your eyes closed.

You can also visit, US Fire Administration at http://www.usfa.dhs.gov/index.shtm

CPR TRAINING

Thu, 24 Sep 2009 00:00:00 -0400

Reminder: CPR Defib Class

Reminder the CPR Defib class was moved to Sept. 24, 2009. The class sponsored by NGAA starts at 7pm (19:00) at the NGAA building.

Any additional members who are interested in the CPR/Defib class please contact Car2 by Sept. 16, for final sign up.

WFD Car 2

Presidential Visit To HVCC

Tue, 22 Sep 2009 00:00:00 -0400

WFD and NGAA provide protection for President Obamas Visit

September 21, 2009 WFD and NGAA had the assignment and privilege to provide Fire and EMS protection for President Obama's visit to HVCC.

Wynantskill Chiefs Schirmer and O'Bomsawin want to thank NGAA for providing an ALS ambulance and an ALS fly-car staffed by our very own paramedic/firefighter Schwartz, and Defreestville Fire Department for providing an engine to an offsite location and standby.

Special thanks to Mountainview Fire Department for covering station 42 during the event.

A Huge Thank You to our members who took time of for this special detail!

Car2

Friday Night Special September 25th

Tue, 22 Sep 2009 00:00:00 -0400

SEPTEMBER 25TH, 6PM till 9pm or we sell out!

THIS MONTH

HADDOCK DINNER $9.99

APPETIZER STEAM CLAMS $5.50 PER DOZEN

Dinner will consist of: Large Fresh Filet of Breaded Haddock Fried, Homemade Cole Slaw, French Fries sliced in house

Appetizer of a dozen Steam Clams with melted Butter or Clams cooked with Olive Oil, fresh minced Garlic, and Spices for that different taste

Also available: Soda, variety of kinds, Beer, variety of kinds, and also Wine, variety of kinds

Please come and enjoy a great dinner and support The Wynantskill Fire Department

Buffalos Bravest Fundraiser

Tue, 01 Sep 2009 00:00:00 -0400

On August 24th Buffalo Fire Dept lost 2 of its bravest, Firefigher Jonathan Croom and Lt Chip McCarthy while battling a multi-alarm fire.

The Buffalo Professional Firefighters and First Impressions Apparel have memorial T-shirts in memory of the fallen brothers. All proceeds will go to the families of FF Croom and Lt McCarthy

There is a sign-up sheet in the meeting room for interested members.

Kids Shirts: $10
Adult (Small-XL): $10
(2XL-4XL): $12

Any Questions see Dan Wilson Jr

Chief Billy Goldfeder Lecture at Tamarac High School

Sat, 15 Aug 2009 00:00:00 -0400

Fireground Injury and Death: NOT EVERYONE GOES HOME

Rensselaer County Battalion 2 Chiefs Association Presents:

Fireground Injury and Death:
NOT EVERYONE GOES HOME.
2009 Firefighter Survival Seminar
FIREFIGHTERS & FIRE OFFICERS
SCARED STRAIGHT!
Saturday, October 24th at 9:00 a.m.
Doors open at 8:00 a.m.
Tamarac High School Auditorium
3992 NY 2, Troy, NY 12180
Non Battalion 2 Firefighters: $ 15.00
Make Checks payable to: Battalion 2 Chiefs Association
e-mail: RCBat2Chiefs@nycap.rr.com to reserve a seat

Chief Billy Goldfeder, E.F.O., Deputy Chief of the Loveland-Symmes Fire Department, Associate/Contributing Editor for FIRE ENGINEERING, FIRE RESCUE, FIREHOUSE, FIREHOUSE.COM, monthly columnist: Firehouse Magazine's "CLOSE CALLS" and co-host of www.FireFighterCloseCalls.com Chief Billy Goldfeder will present to the attendees, through video, audio and "WAKE UP" lecture, an in-depth review of specific timely fireground events and most specifically, the LESSONS LEARNED so that these incidents (and those involved) don't ever become forgotten. This very personal, high energy DIRECT AND FRANK class (updated regularly to assure timeliness) that is professionally and respectfully presented, provides the attendees an excellent opportunity to apply the LESSONS LEARNED to their own departments�and themselves, when returning home... potentially avoiding "history tragically repeating itself" The goal of this class is to have them leave more knowledgeable, educated and informed but most importantly THINKING HARD about their role and their department's responsibility in FIRE and RESCUE operations. These "LESSONS LEARNED" and related CASE STUDIES can help insure that similar problems are not repeated again-at YOUR DEPARTMENT. EVERYONE GOES HOME? Some firefighters do and some don�t�this seminar will help you understand WHY and why it is so important to remember: Who is in YOUR wallet?

Giffys Bar-B-Q II

Fri, 14 Aug 2009 00:00:00 -0400

The members of the Wynantskill Fire Department would like to thank everyone that supported our Giffys Bar-B-Q on July 17th. We appreciate the continued support from our community. Due to the overwhelming turn out, we are hosting another Giffys Bar-B-Q on August 14th 2009. Once again we will be serving a Half Baked Chicken Dinner with cole slaw, baked potato, roll w/butter, cookie and drink. The cost is $10 per meal. We HIGHLY RECOMMEND you reserve your dinners in advance by either sending an e-mail request to Giffys@wynantskillfire.com or call 701-4468. The final date to order in advance will be August 11th- Walk-Up meals will be available on a first come-first serve basis the day of the event. Thank you again for your support.

Correction

Thu, 13 Aug 2009 00:00:00 -0400

Meeting Date Correction

The date listed in the prior notice regarding the Fire Distric Meeting should be September 9, 2009 at 7pm. The August 18th meeting is a workshop meeting.

Again any questions members may have please present these at the meeting September 9, 2009.

car2

Consolidation Meeting

Wed, 12 Aug 2009 00:00:00 -0400

All members are invite to consolidation meeting

All Fire Dept. members are invited to attend the
next consolidaton meeting to be held August 19, 2009 at 6:30 pm at the Wynantskill Fire Station.
Please bring any questions you may have to the
meeting regarding consolidation.
Be involved and be informed!

Car2

Paypal Temporarily Disabled

Tue, 04 Aug 2009 00:00:00 -0400

Paypal Function to Return Shortly

The Paypal donation function on the website has been temporarily disabled for maintenance. It will resume as soon as possible.

In the meantime, if you would like to donate to the Wynantskill Fire Department, you can send a check (please do not send cash) to

Wynantskill Fire Dept.
PO Box 174
Wynantskill, N.Y. 12198

Or bring it to our firehouse on Church Street. Wynantskill FD has meetings or drills every Tuesday.

Thank you for your continued support!

Giffys BBQ 2009 - Take II

Mon, 03 Aug 2009 00:00:00 -0400

Part I was such a hit we just had to do it again!

The Wynantskill Fire Department is hosting a Giffy's Bar-B-Q fund raiser on Friday, August 14th starting at 4pm at the North Greenbush Town Hall on Main Ave (Rt 66)

Meal includes a half baked chicken, coleslaw, baked potato, cookie, and beverage. Price is $10 per meal.

We highly recommend reserving meals in advance be either email at Giffys@WynantskillFire.com

Final date for pre-ordering meals is August 11th. Walk up meals will be available on a first come first serve basis the day of the event

Any questions, please contact Dan Wilson Jr. at Giffys@WynantskillFire.com or call 518-701-4468

Thank you

Drill July 28