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Any member who becomes injured in the Line-of-Duty while working in an *Understaffed Engine or Under/Reduced Staffed Ladder is requested to notify your Delegate. The Delegate or another member of the unit should fax a copy of the Officer's Unusual Occurrence Report (if prepared by your Officer) and any additional pertinent information to the UFA at 212-683-4359 or 212-683-0710, ATTN: Joe Miccio, Recording Secretary. Immediately notify the UFA if any firefighter or civilian is seriously injured due to this staffing reduction!
If you have not done so already, Delegates must record placard number assignments, then fax (or mail) the provided company placard roster list to the Recording Secretary's office, ATTN Joseph Miccio at 212-683-4359 (or 212-683-0710 if the first line busy). Enter the placard permit #s given to each member, and company roster changes. Delegates should keep a copy for their records.14. Delegate Seminar Topics: Poll Your Members
Many of our members depend heavily upon their Delegates for guidance and important information. Delegates should poll their members prior to attending the seminar so they may have answers to their members' questions when they return. Topics to be addressed this year include: UFA State of the Union Address, UFA Media & PR strategies, Compensation Accrual Fund (your annuity investing), Deferred Compensation Plan (457, 401k, & IRA), Pension Reform, New On-Line FDNY Pension Statements, Disability Pensions, Retirement Planning, UFA Dental / Optical / Prescription Drug plans, New Protective Gear, FDNY Research & Development, Cancer, Medical Office issues, UFA Criminal Counsel, UCT & Roster Staffing Cases, Grievances & Improper Practices, Being an Effective Delegate, 50% Indicator, Pension Loans, ITHP, Roth IRAs, NYS College Savings Program, Health & Safety issues, Firefighter Legislation & Political action, Pension Planning by the FDNY Pension Unit, Marsh Catastrophic Insurances and more. In addition, many representatives from health care companies, mortgage companies, financial advisors and others will have exhibit tables and be distributing literature. You can also check out the latest notices for this year's Seminar HERE. Contact your Delegate if you are looking for info. Seminar dates: May 8 - 11, 2012.15. Marsh Catastrophic Policies: Revised Updates at Seminar
At the Delegate Education Seminar, Marsh will be providing details of its new Catastrophic Policy that will be available to members in the near future. The current policy is not exempt from Healthcare Reform laws and could not be offered going forward. Marsh reports that while the new plan has some benefit variations, it will still have many of the components that UFA members and their families have counted on for over 25 years.16. 2012 FICA Refunds in April 13 Paycheck
Per Dept Order # 25 of 2012, 'FICA Refunds for 2011 LODI were included on the April 13, 2012 paycheck. The amount of the refund is indicated as 'FICA Refund' and is listed in the deduction section at the bottom of your check stub as a negative deduction or as deduction code '9005' on Employee Self Service (ESS). The amount of your FICA refund is simply added to your net pay and does not affect 2012 earnings or 2012 FICA/Medicare earnings or withholding. The amount of the FICA Refund depends on various factors such as when the LODI was incurred, and whether or not the maximum FICA withholding was reached. For example, a member who already reached the maximum FICA withholding (4.2% of $106,800 or $4,485.60) before incurring LODI, will only have the Medicare portion (1.45%) refunded. Since the FICA Refund is indicated as a negative deduction, it is possible for members with large amounts of LODI to have a FICA Refund in excess of other total deductions. In these cases, the 'Total Deductions' amount on a member's check stub could indicate a negative number.'17. FDNY Bravest vs. New England Law Enforcement Boxing Fundraiser
REMINDER: On Saturday, May 19th, at 7pm at the Foxwoods Resort Casino located at 350 Trolley Line Blvd Mashantucket, CT 06338. Bravest Boxing will be splitting the proceeds with Work Vessels for Veterans and the National Public Safety Athletic League. The Bravest Boxing Team will donate proceeds to various charities. Tickets: $30, $50, and $100 for VIP ringside. To order tickets call toll-free 855-660-6606 ext. 1 or e-mail [email protected]. Discount room rates are available to FDNY members at the MGM Grand for $199 per night. Mention code BOB4 when reserving your room. For more info go to www.BattleoftheBadges.info.
On Saturday, May 19th, at the Blue Point Fire Department, Blue Point NY the FDNY FF John F. McNamara Foundation presents 'Strides for the Center' 5K run / 2K walk. Registration begins at 8:30 am. Runners start at 9:00 am - Walkers start at 9:15 am. Post run celebration begins at noon; food, prizes, raffles and live entertainment. Registration fee: $25 for adults, $10 for participants 18 yrs & under. Proceeds from the event benefit the Johnny Mac Foundation and the creation of the John F. McNamara Community Center. Online registration is available at www.start2finish.com.19. FF Robert Wiedmann Jr. (R-2) Fundraiser
REMINDER: On May 24th from 7-11pm at the Coral House Restaurant located at 70 Milburn Avenue Baldwin, NY 11510 a fundraiser will be held in behalf of Robert Weidmann. Tickets: $50 per person includes food, beverages, and live music. Tickets can be purchased at the Nassau County Fire Service Academy, 516-572-8600 or J. Paul's Terrace Café, 239 Merrick Rd. Oceanside, NY or by e-mail at [email protected]. . Tickets may be bought with cash or checks made payable to Robert Wiedmann.20. 2012 Lt. Chuck Margiotta (L-85) Scholarship Fund
On Sunday, June 3rd (rain or shine) at 10am sign-in will begin at Farrell H.S. 2900 Amboy Rd. Staten Island, NY for the 2012 Lt. Chuck Margiotta (L-85) Memorial Biker Run. Riders Fee: $20 (passengers ride free) includes food, beverages, and music. Non-riders & friends of Chuck are encouraged to make a donation. Kickstands up at Noon. All proceeds go to the Chuck Margiotta Scholarship Fund. Donations to the Scholarship Fund can be made online at www.ChuckMargiottaScholarshipFund.com. For more info contact Mike Margiotta at 718-698-9494, e-mail [email protected].21. 1st Annual FF Billy Quick (L-134) Memorial Volleyball Tournament in Long Beach
Continuing in memory of the Lt. Williams Volleyball Tournament on Monday, June 11th (raindate June 18th) at 8am registration will begin at Riverside Blvd at the Beach in Long Beach, NY. Pre-Registration: $30 per person, On-Site: $35 per person. Pre-Registration checks must be received before June 1st. Teams must consist of at least 6 persons. Make checks payable to: FF Billy Quick Fund. Checks should be mailed to Mrs. Lisa Quick, 87 Malone Avenue East Atlantic Beach, NY 11561. For more info contact Lisa at [email protected].22. FF Michael Kiefer Educational Grant Awards 2012
REMINDER: Twelve (12) Educational Awards worth $500 each are available through the New York Firefighter's Burn Center Foundation. These grants shall be awarded for various types of schooling, be it academic, technical or a personal interest course. Submission dates are April 15th - June 15th. Eligibility is restricted to members of the Uniformed Firefighting Force, from Probationary Firefighters to Chief Officers, including Fire Marshals, Supervising Fire Marshals, Marine Engineers, Pilots, and Wipers. Additional guidelines are available online at www.nyffburncenter.com or call 718-379-1900.23. Save the Date: 9th Annual Lt. Thomas Kelly (E-219/L-105) Memorial Golf Outing
On Friday, July 20th at Cherry Creek Golf Course, Riverhead, NY. Tickets: $170 includes practice range, gift, BBQ lunch, shotgun start, golf & cart, refreshments on the course, dinner, open bar, prizes & awards. Registration begins at 11:30am, lunch/practice range at 12 noon, shotgun starts at 1:20pm. Include shirt sizes with check. Checks payable to Paul Augello, Robert Kelly or James Kelly. For more info contact Jim Kelly, 917-538-0197, Bob Kelly 646-879-5948 or P.J. Augello, 917-583-9330.
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Union Issues
1. Union Meeting Locations
The June General Membership Meeting is scheduled to take place at the Hilton New York JFK Airport Hotel. The May meeting will take place during the Delegate Education Seminar. Delegate release time at the Seminar is only for the meeting date (May 11), not for May 8, 9 or 10.
The June General Membership Meeting is scheduled to take place at the Hilton New York JFK Airport Hotel. The May meeting will take place during the Delegate Education Seminar. Delegate release time at the Seminar is only for the meeting date (May 11), not for May 8, 9 or 10.
2. Special Election Success
The UFA would like to thank the over 150 members who turned out on March 20th for the Special election to fill the vacant assembly seats. Both candidates the UFA supported and worked for won their elections. The candidates and campaign staff were impressed by our turn out. The winners, Shelley Mayer and Frank Skartados, thanked us for our efforts in helping them to get elected. Ethiopian bible in english. On behalf of the UFA Executive Board, a big thanks to all members who turned out. We look forward to your participation in the next election.
The UFA would like to thank the over 150 members who turned out on March 20th for the Special election to fill the vacant assembly seats. Both candidates the UFA supported and worked for won their elections. The candidates and campaign staff were impressed by our turn out. The winners, Shelley Mayer and Frank Skartados, thanked us for our efforts in helping them to get elected. Ethiopian bible in english. On behalf of the UFA Executive Board, a big thanks to all members who turned out. We look forward to your participation in the next election.
3. Congressional Election Tuesday June 26th
The Primary election for the Congressional seat will be held on June 26th. On March 29th the UFA endorsed City Council Fire & Criminal Justice Chair Liz Crowley for the vacant US House of Representative seat in the 6th Congressional district. Liz has been a fine supporter of Firefighters and issues important to us, and has fought to keep firehouses open. Based on her past record and position on all of our issues, we found Liz to be the best candidate to represent the UFA and people of 6th district in Congress. Once again, we will be looking for volunteers in the Get-Out-The-Vote operation for this election. If you would like to get involved, please e-mail your information (name, company and phone number) to [email protected]. We will need a big turn out of UFA members to help Liz get elected in what will be a close vote for the Primary.
The Primary election for the Congressional seat will be held on June 26th. On March 29th the UFA endorsed City Council Fire & Criminal Justice Chair Liz Crowley for the vacant US House of Representative seat in the 6th Congressional district. Liz has been a fine supporter of Firefighters and issues important to us, and has fought to keep firehouses open. Based on her past record and position on all of our issues, we found Liz to be the best candidate to represent the UFA and people of 6th district in Congress. Once again, we will be looking for volunteers in the Get-Out-The-Vote operation for this election. If you would like to get involved, please e-mail your information (name, company and phone number) to [email protected]. We will need a big turn out of UFA members to help Liz get elected in what will be a close vote for the Primary.
4. Pension Reform
Pension legislation was passed (Tier VI) March 14th that will affect all City and State employees hired after April 1, 2012. As you are well aware, on June 3, 2009, former Governor Patterson vetoed the Tier II Pension Extender, which effectively placed new police and fire (NYC) hires into Tier III. All UFA members are currently in Tier II. Changes will only affect future hires. We do not anticipate any hiring to take place for at least another year. We hope to be able to make changes to get back protections that current UFA members have.
Pension legislation was passed (Tier VI) March 14th that will affect all City and State employees hired after April 1, 2012. As you are well aware, on June 3, 2009, former Governor Patterson vetoed the Tier II Pension Extender, which effectively placed new police and fire (NYC) hires into Tier III. All UFA members are currently in Tier II. Changes will only affect future hires. We do not anticipate any hiring to take place for at least another year. We hope to be able to make changes to get back protections that current UFA members have.
5. FDNY Pension Manual
Delegate Manual Chapter 5 of the Retirement & Money Book was distributed to all Delegates present at the April 19 Union Meeting. It contains the FDNY Pension Manual, which is published by the Department. It answers many questions regarding pension laws affecting all current members. It is important to note that FAQs and additional pension laws are listed in the back pages that impact topics explained in other sections of the manual. Please update your Delegate Manual and your members. Additional copies for members of your firehouse are available upon Delegate request to UFA Recording Secretary's Office at [email protected].
Delegate Manual Chapter 5 of the Retirement & Money Book was distributed to all Delegates present at the April 19 Union Meeting. It contains the FDNY Pension Manual, which is published by the Department. It answers many questions regarding pension laws affecting all current members. It is important to note that FAQs and additional pension laws are listed in the back pages that impact topics explained in other sections of the manual. Please update your Delegate Manual and your members. Additional copies for members of your firehouse are available upon Delegate request to UFA Recording Secretary's Office at [email protected].
6. Vulcan Lawsuit: Test Administration Nearly Complete
The administration of the new Firefighter entry exam is over. Testing concluded on April 20. No scoring system has yet been approved by the Judge presiding over the Vulcan lawsuit. The Court is now involved in setting procedures for the awarding of damage claims. We expect that it will take several months for these issues to be resolved.
The administration of the new Firefighter entry exam is over. Testing concluded on April 20. No scoring system has yet been approved by the Judge presiding over the Vulcan lawsuit. The Court is now involved in setting procedures for the awarding of damage claims. We expect that it will take several months for these issues to be resolved.
7. City's Motion to Dismiss UFA Roster Staffing Appeal Denied
As you know, the UFA and UFOA filed a joint petition on January 31, 2011, alleging that the City's elimination of the 5th FF in the 60 Engines as set forth in the Roster Staffing Agreement violated its requirement to negotiate, as well as created a negative safety impact. In its Interim Decision, the BCB dismissed the unions' allegations of a violation of the duty to negotiate, but found that the unions had set forth sufficient facts to warrant a hearing to determine whether the reduction in staffing has a practical impact on the safety of FFs.
As you know, the UFA and UFOA filed a joint petition on January 31, 2011, alleging that the City's elimination of the 5th FF in the 60 Engines as set forth in the Roster Staffing Agreement violated its requirement to negotiate, as well as created a negative safety impact. In its Interim Decision, the BCB dismissed the unions' allegations of a violation of the duty to negotiate, but found that the unions had set forth sufficient facts to warrant a hearing to determine whether the reduction in staffing has a practical impact on the safety of FFs.
Fujitsu siemens amilo a1645 drivers windows 7. With regard to the dismissal of the unions' claims relative to the City's duty to negotiate, the UFA filed an appeal of that part of the decision on July 29th in the N.Y. County Supreme Court. The City and BCB filed cross-motions to dismiss the UFA's appeal. We are pleased to report that on February 8, 2012 the NYS Supreme Court denied the City's and BCB's applications to dismiss the UFA's Article 78 application. The UFA's case will now proceed through the NYS Supreme Court seeking an order annulling part of the BCB's Interim Decision dated June 29, 2011, which held that the City was not required to negotiate its unilateral decision to reduce fire engine company staffing levels. The City must file their answer to the UFA's Article 78 Petition by April 30, 2012. The BCB's Interim Decision and the Supreme Court's Decision and Order are posted on the UFA Homepage.
8. Roster Staffing Hearing Updates & Discovery Requests
The UFA and UFOA filed their joint Discovery Request upon the City in October for the safety impact hearing. The City delivered 17 cases of documents and six compact disks in response. The Office of Collective Bargaining has appointed Theodore St. Antoine, former Dean of the University Of Michigan School Of Law, as the Trial Examiner who will preside over the safety impact hearing. On February 7, 2012, UFA Labor Counsel held a status conference call with Trial Examiner St. Antoine and the City's attorneys from the Proskauer law firm. The UFA Executive Board thanks all members from former 5-FF engines who worked to pull first due 10-75 info in March and forward it to us for this case. The UFA submitted, on February 28th, its Supplemental Discovery request to the City for the Incident History Reports, CD-72s and battalion audio tapes of all 10-75s provided, in addition to other information and documents. The City's response is expected this week.
The UFA and UFOA filed their joint Discovery Request upon the City in October for the safety impact hearing. The City delivered 17 cases of documents and six compact disks in response. The Office of Collective Bargaining has appointed Theodore St. Antoine, former Dean of the University Of Michigan School Of Law, as the Trial Examiner who will preside over the safety impact hearing. On February 7, 2012, UFA Labor Counsel held a status conference call with Trial Examiner St. Antoine and the City's attorneys from the Proskauer law firm. The UFA Executive Board thanks all members from former 5-FF engines who worked to pull first due 10-75 info in March and forward it to us for this case. The UFA submitted, on February 28th, its Supplemental Discovery request to the City for the Incident History Reports, CD-72s and battalion audio tapes of all 10-75s provided, in addition to other information and documents. The City's response is expected this week.
9. UCT Case Update & Court Ordered Subpoena Against City
The Unified Call Taker hearings at the OCB took place in 2011 on June 21, July 19, August 2, August 4, October 6, November 18, December 21; and in 2012 on January 19 and January 25, February 24, February 28 and March 5th. The UFA and UFOA are working together on this case. Additional hearings, which were scheduled in April, were canceled by the Hearing Officer. During the February hearings, the UFA/UFOA requested all documents concerning the study of the UCT system conducted by an independent consulting firm. The City refused to provide the documents. The BCB does not have authority under the Labor Law to compel the City to produce documents. Therefore, the UFA filed with the NYS Supreme Court to order the City to produce the requested information. On February 29, 2012, NYS Supreme Court issued a 'So-Ordered Judicial Subpoena Duces Tecum,' which compels the City to comply with UFA Discovery Requests for the UCT Study documents, and certain additional information the City refused to produce by March 30th.
The Unified Call Taker hearings at the OCB took place in 2011 on June 21, July 19, August 2, August 4, October 6, November 18, December 21; and in 2012 on January 19 and January 25, February 24, February 28 and March 5th. The UFA and UFOA are working together on this case. Additional hearings, which were scheduled in April, were canceled by the Hearing Officer. During the February hearings, the UFA/UFOA requested all documents concerning the study of the UCT system conducted by an independent consulting firm. The City refused to provide the documents. The BCB does not have authority under the Labor Law to compel the City to produce documents. Therefore, the UFA filed with the NYS Supreme Court to order the City to produce the requested information. On February 29, 2012, NYS Supreme Court issued a 'So-Ordered Judicial Subpoena Duces Tecum,' which compels the City to comply with UFA Discovery Requests for the UCT Study documents, and certain additional information the City refused to produce by March 30th.
Calibre calibre for mac. On the day that the City was supposed to produce all drafts and versions of the UCT consulting report, known as the '911 Call Processing Review,' the City filed a motion to quash the February 29, 2012 judicial subpoena that required the production of the documents. The UFA opposed the City's motion to quash. On April 9, 2012, the New York Supreme Court agreed with the UFA and denied the motion. The '911 Call Processing Review' was then ordered to be produced by April 16, 2012. The City has appealed the denial of this motion to the Appellate Division, First Department. The UFA is filing a motion this week with the Appellate Division to require the City's appeal to be processed in a dramatically expedited manner.
10. City Budget
FDNY reported that the following companies were slated to be closed last year: Engines: 4, 26, 46, 60, 157, 161, 205, 206, 218, 220, 233, 284, 294, 306, 328, and Ladders: 8, 53, 104, 128, 161. See the FDNY Report distributed at the February Union meeting. The City announced in its proposed 2012-13 fiscal year budget that it once again plans to close 20 units. Steve updated the membership at the April 19 Union Meeting.
FDNY reported that the following companies were slated to be closed last year: Engines: 4, 26, 46, 60, 157, 161, 205, 206, 218, 220, 233, 284, 294, 306, 328, and Ladders: 8, 53, 104, 128, 161. See the FDNY Report distributed at the February Union meeting. The City announced in its proposed 2012-13 fiscal year budget that it once again plans to close 20 units. Steve updated the membership at the April 19 Union Meeting.
11. Start-of-Tour Under / Reduced Staffing Grievance
The UFA filed this grievance in June. The Department has indicated a willingness to address this issue in a manner to preclude the necessity of an arbitration regarding this grievance. The UFA met with the Department on January 26 to address the issue with the objective of eliminating this practice. We will advise the membership if the Department follows up with resolutions that we believe will address the underlying issues in our grievance. In the interim, if your company is ordered to ride either Under Staffed (3 or fewer FFs in an Engine) or Reduced Staffed (4 FFs in a Truck) at the start of the tour, you must fax the 'Starting Tour Understaffed' Form and your Officer's Unusual Occurrence Report (if available) to the UFA, Attn: Joseph Miccio, Recording Secretary, at 212-683-4359, which will help our case. Remember to immediately notify the UFA if any Firefighter or civilian is seriously injured due to this staffing reduction!
12. Understaffed Unit Injury ReportingThe UFA filed this grievance in June. The Department has indicated a willingness to address this issue in a manner to preclude the necessity of an arbitration regarding this grievance. The UFA met with the Department on January 26 to address the issue with the objective of eliminating this practice. We will advise the membership if the Department follows up with resolutions that we believe will address the underlying issues in our grievance. In the interim, if your company is ordered to ride either Under Staffed (3 or fewer FFs in an Engine) or Reduced Staffed (4 FFs in a Truck) at the start of the tour, you must fax the 'Starting Tour Understaffed' Form and your Officer's Unusual Occurrence Report (if available) to the UFA, Attn: Joseph Miccio, Recording Secretary, at 212-683-4359, which will help our case. Remember to immediately notify the UFA if any Firefighter or civilian is seriously injured due to this staffing reduction!
Any member who becomes injured in the Line-of-Duty while working in an *Understaffed Engine or Under/Reduced Staffed Ladder is requested to notify your Delegate. The Delegate or another member of the unit should fax a copy of the Officer's Unusual Occurrence Report (if prepared by your Officer) and any additional pertinent information to the UFA at 212-683-4359 or 212-683-0710, ATTN: Joe Miccio, Recording Secretary. Immediately notify the UFA if any firefighter or civilian is seriously injured due to this staffing reduction!
*UNDERSTAFFED UNIT: Per AUC 287, any engine or ladder riding with fewer than 4 Firefighters (3 or less) is Understaffed. A ladder riding with 4 Firefighters is defined as 'Reduced Staffed Unit'.
13. Return Your Parking Placard # List to UFAIf you have not done so already, Delegates must record placard number assignments, then fax (or mail) the provided company placard roster list to the Recording Secretary's office, ATTN Joseph Miccio at 212-683-4359 (or 212-683-0710 if the first line busy). Enter the placard permit #s given to each member, and company roster changes. Delegates should keep a copy for their records.14. Delegate Seminar Topics: Poll Your Members
Many of our members depend heavily upon their Delegates for guidance and important information. Delegates should poll their members prior to attending the seminar so they may have answers to their members' questions when they return. Topics to be addressed this year include: UFA State of the Union Address, UFA Media & PR strategies, Compensation Accrual Fund (your annuity investing), Deferred Compensation Plan (457, 401k, & IRA), Pension Reform, New On-Line FDNY Pension Statements, Disability Pensions, Retirement Planning, UFA Dental / Optical / Prescription Drug plans, New Protective Gear, FDNY Research & Development, Cancer, Medical Office issues, UFA Criminal Counsel, UCT & Roster Staffing Cases, Grievances & Improper Practices, Being an Effective Delegate, 50% Indicator, Pension Loans, ITHP, Roth IRAs, NYS College Savings Program, Health & Safety issues, Firefighter Legislation & Political action, Pension Planning by the FDNY Pension Unit, Marsh Catastrophic Insurances and more. In addition, many representatives from health care companies, mortgage companies, financial advisors and others will have exhibit tables and be distributing literature. You can also check out the latest notices for this year's Seminar HERE. Contact your Delegate if you are looking for info. Seminar dates: May 8 - 11, 2012.15. Marsh Catastrophic Policies: Revised Updates at Seminar
At the Delegate Education Seminar, Marsh will be providing details of its new Catastrophic Policy that will be available to members in the near future. The current policy is not exempt from Healthcare Reform laws and could not be offered going forward. Marsh reports that while the new plan has some benefit variations, it will still have many of the components that UFA members and their families have counted on for over 25 years.16. 2012 FICA Refunds in April 13 Paycheck
Per Dept Order # 25 of 2012, 'FICA Refunds for 2011 LODI were included on the April 13, 2012 paycheck. The amount of the refund is indicated as 'FICA Refund' and is listed in the deduction section at the bottom of your check stub as a negative deduction or as deduction code '9005' on Employee Self Service (ESS). The amount of your FICA refund is simply added to your net pay and does not affect 2012 earnings or 2012 FICA/Medicare earnings or withholding. The amount of the FICA Refund depends on various factors such as when the LODI was incurred, and whether or not the maximum FICA withholding was reached. For example, a member who already reached the maximum FICA withholding (4.2% of $106,800 or $4,485.60) before incurring LODI, will only have the Medicare portion (1.45%) refunded. Since the FICA Refund is indicated as a negative deduction, it is possible for members with large amounts of LODI to have a FICA Refund in excess of other total deductions. In these cases, the 'Total Deductions' amount on a member's check stub could indicate a negative number.'17. FDNY Bravest vs. New England Law Enforcement Boxing Fundraiser
REMINDER: On Saturday, May 19th, at 7pm at the Foxwoods Resort Casino located at 350 Trolley Line Blvd Mashantucket, CT 06338. Bravest Boxing will be splitting the proceeds with Work Vessels for Veterans and the National Public Safety Athletic League. The Bravest Boxing Team will donate proceeds to various charities. Tickets: $30, $50, and $100 for VIP ringside. To order tickets call toll-free 855-660-6606 ext. 1 or e-mail [email protected]. Discount room rates are available to FDNY members at the MGM Grand for $199 per night. Mention code BOB4 when reserving your room. For more info go to www.BattleoftheBadges.info.
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18. Johnny Mac FoundationOn Saturday, May 19th, at the Blue Point Fire Department, Blue Point NY the FDNY FF John F. McNamara Foundation presents 'Strides for the Center' 5K run / 2K walk. Registration begins at 8:30 am. Runners start at 9:00 am - Walkers start at 9:15 am. Post run celebration begins at noon; food, prizes, raffles and live entertainment. Registration fee: $25 for adults, $10 for participants 18 yrs & under. Proceeds from the event benefit the Johnny Mac Foundation and the creation of the John F. McNamara Community Center. Online registration is available at www.start2finish.com.19. FF Robert Wiedmann Jr. (R-2) Fundraiser
REMINDER: On May 24th from 7-11pm at the Coral House Restaurant located at 70 Milburn Avenue Baldwin, NY 11510 a fundraiser will be held in behalf of Robert Weidmann. Tickets: $50 per person includes food, beverages, and live music. Tickets can be purchased at the Nassau County Fire Service Academy, 516-572-8600 or J. Paul's Terrace Café, 239 Merrick Rd. Oceanside, NY or by e-mail at [email protected]. . Tickets may be bought with cash or checks made payable to Robert Wiedmann.20. 2012 Lt. Chuck Margiotta (L-85) Scholarship Fund
On Sunday, June 3rd (rain or shine) at 10am sign-in will begin at Farrell H.S. 2900 Amboy Rd. Staten Island, NY for the 2012 Lt. Chuck Margiotta (L-85) Memorial Biker Run. Riders Fee: $20 (passengers ride free) includes food, beverages, and music. Non-riders & friends of Chuck are encouraged to make a donation. Kickstands up at Noon. All proceeds go to the Chuck Margiotta Scholarship Fund. Donations to the Scholarship Fund can be made online at www.ChuckMargiottaScholarshipFund.com. For more info contact Mike Margiotta at 718-698-9494, e-mail [email protected].21. 1st Annual FF Billy Quick (L-134) Memorial Volleyball Tournament in Long Beach
Continuing in memory of the Lt. Williams Volleyball Tournament on Monday, June 11th (raindate June 18th) at 8am registration will begin at Riverside Blvd at the Beach in Long Beach, NY. Pre-Registration: $30 per person, On-Site: $35 per person. Pre-Registration checks must be received before June 1st. Teams must consist of at least 6 persons. Make checks payable to: FF Billy Quick Fund. Checks should be mailed to Mrs. Lisa Quick, 87 Malone Avenue East Atlantic Beach, NY 11561. For more info contact Lisa at [email protected].22. FF Michael Kiefer Educational Grant Awards 2012
REMINDER: Twelve (12) Educational Awards worth $500 each are available through the New York Firefighter's Burn Center Foundation. These grants shall be awarded for various types of schooling, be it academic, technical or a personal interest course. Submission dates are April 15th - June 15th. Eligibility is restricted to members of the Uniformed Firefighting Force, from Probationary Firefighters to Chief Officers, including Fire Marshals, Supervising Fire Marshals, Marine Engineers, Pilots, and Wipers. Additional guidelines are available online at www.nyffburncenter.com or call 718-379-1900.23. Save the Date: 9th Annual Lt. Thomas Kelly (E-219/L-105) Memorial Golf Outing
On Friday, July 20th at Cherry Creek Golf Course, Riverhead, NY. Tickets: $170 includes practice range, gift, BBQ lunch, shotgun start, golf & cart, refreshments on the course, dinner, open bar, prizes & awards. Registration begins at 11:30am, lunch/practice range at 12 noon, shotgun starts at 1:20pm. Include shirt sizes with check. Checks payable to Paul Augello, Robert Kelly or James Kelly. For more info contact Jim Kelly, 917-538-0197, Bob Kelly 646-879-5948 or P.J. Augello, 917-583-9330.
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Once Firefighter candidates graduate from the Fire Academy, they are assigned to an Engine Company or a Ladder Company. Here is a brief overview of the functions of each company, their apparatus (“rigs”) and the equipment that they use to keep the people of New York City safe.
Engine Company
The main goal of an Engine Company is to suppress fires. They are named after the engine apparatus, or rig, that is used to deliver Firefighters, hoses, appliances and tools to the scene of a fire or other emergency.
Hose Lines
One of our most effective lifesaving tools is a properly positioned and adequately supplied hose line. Once an Engine Company arrives on the scene of a fire, our Firefighters must position the rig and its hoses to utilize available sources of water and pump the water as needed.
Water Supply
FDNY engines carry a supply of water, but only enough to get started fighting a fire. Additional water sources are needed and may include fire hydrants, or nearby bodies of water such as rivers and lakes.
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Pump Operator
While there is a highly trained pump operator on every rig, all Engine Company personnel are trained to step in and assist if needed. Firefighters must understand pump operations, mechanics, controls and the pump panel, as well as the various water supply and discharge options.
Ladder Company
Ladder Company Firefighters are deployed to fires and other emergencies that require the ability to access the upper floors or roof of a building. Ladder Company rigs have several functions and are equipped with either a truck-mounted aerial ladder or a tower ladder. Firefighters must be able to operate the different types of ladders and choose which is best for each emergency.
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Firefighters use aerial ladders to observe and assess fire conditions, ventilate smoke and heat from a fire area, gain entry to a building, search for (and rescue) fire victims, stretch hose lines to upper floors or the roof, and safely bridge gaps between buildings.
There are two types of aerial ladders – the rearmount and the tiller – both of which can reach a height of 100 feet. The tiller ladder is mounted on a tractor-trailer rig with maneuverable rear wheels.
When Firefighters from a Ladder Company arrive on the scene, they will raise their ladders if there is an immediate need or get the ladders into position in case they are needed as the situation progresses.
Tower Ladders
Tower ladders are the newest type of ladder used by Firefighters. Tower ladders have telescoping boom and an attached basket, which can be used to carry people to safety during rescue operations. The boom and basket is equipped with a large diameter pipe nozzle to support the delivery of large streams of water to fire areas.
Cia tradecraft manual. This information just skims the surface of Engine Company and Ladder Company apparatus. Check out Chapter Three of the FDNY Probie Manual to learn more about FDNY equipment and operations.
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