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IN THE NEWS
O F F I C E O F T H E N H S T A T E F I R E M A R S H A L
Inside this issue
Chemistry of Fire Prgm 2
Teenage Brain 2
Fire Life Safety Ed 2
NH YFS Reporting 3
YFS Intervention amp
Education Guideline 3
YFS Task Force 3
USFA Fire Risk Report 4
NFPA Fire Victim Report 4
Dale Earnhardt Jr -
Home Fire Drills
4
NFPA 2019 Conference 4
Fire Marshalrsquos Award of
Excellence
5
Preparedness
Conference 2019
5
NHVT Save the Date 6
NH Alerts 6
SPRING 2019
On April 4 2019 a celebration for the 3rd grade Fire and Life Safety poster contest winners
was held with a ceremony and awards at the NH State Fire Academy Sparky was there to
greet the students and families as they arrived Special remarks were given by Department
of Safety Commissioner Robert Quinn State Fire Marshal Paul Parisi and Department of
Education Commissioner Frank Edelblut The students were presented with a Junior Fire
Marshal plaque a certificate of achievement and a childrenrsquos book I Survived the Great
Chicago Fire 1871 by Lauren Tarshis A pizza party sponsored by Constantly Pizza
immediately followed the ceremony This yearrsquos calendar will be dedicated to former Fire
Marshal J William ldquoBillrdquo Degnan for his passion and dedication to fire and life safety
education to the citizens and visitors of New Hampshire Bill strongly believes and has
said many times ldquoLives are saved and injuries are prevented every day because of
educationrdquo
Learn more about the Annual Fire amp Life Safety Calendar Contest
Questions Please email Mary MacCaffrie at MaryMacCaffriedosnhgov
ANNUAL FIRE amp LIFE SAFETY 3rd GRADE
CALENDAR CONTEST AWARD EVENING
IN THE NEWS Page 2
The Chemistry of Fire
The Society of Fire Protection Engineers has put together a new in-school program titled ldquoThe Chemistry of Firerdquo The program was funded by a grant from the US Department of Homeland Security The Chemistry of Fire is geared to high school chemistry students It will teach students the science behind fire as a way for students to fully understand its dangers Follow the link for more information including a teacherrsquos resource guide and seven supporting videos
FIRE amp LIFE SAFETY EDUCATION The Public Education Section knows and respects that many agencies and
departments throughout the state use and create their own fire and life safety
outreach materials props and programs to utilize within your community We would
like to learn about your program so that you and your department can be
recognized Please email Sheryl Nielsen at SherylNielsendosnhgov so that she
can reach out to you and hear more about these programs
Keep up the GREAT work NH
THE TEENAGE BRAIN RISKY OR READY TO LEARN
Too often we respond to adolescents with a fear based approach that shut teens out or
locks them down robbing them of the learning and growth that their brains are designed
for Dr Dave Walsh and his wife Dr Erin Walsh of Mind Positive Parenting have written
some excellent articles about working with adolescents Here is one about understanding
teenagers
Young people are exposed to more news in more ways than prior generations Learning
how to discern credible sources from questionable ones and having the tools to
understand bias spin and framing are even more important Read this article about
media literacy and the internet here
NH YOUTH FIRESETTING
NH YOUTH FIRESETTER REPORTING
Each year in the United States fires that are set by youths account for a large amount of property loss personal injury and death According to the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) arson is the second leading cause of residential fire deaths Arson is also the leading cause of dollar loss from fire exceeding over two billion dollars a year According to the most recent NFPA report on youth set fires between 2007 and 2011 an average of 49300 fires involving playing with fire were reported to US municipal f ire departments each year During this same timeframe NH reported a total of 88 youth set fires NH youth firesetting is grossly under acknowledged and underreported The NH State Fire Marshalrsquos Office asks that we all be more vigilant in identifying
reporting assessing and providing the appropriate necessary intervention
Increased reporting will provide NH with valuable information on
1 NH youth firesetting behaviors
2 How to assist in developing more effective intervention strategies
3 Gaining financial support through grant opportunities
4 Community awareness
5 Better data on New Hampshire youth offenders
Please fill out this NH Data Collection Form with EVERY youth firesetting incident
Page 3 Spring 2019
NH YOUTH FIRESETTERS INTERVENTION amp EDUCATION GUIDELINE
The NH Youth Firesetters Intervention amp Education Guideline is designed as a professional resource
tool to guide and assist communities and regional organizations in creating operating and managing
an effective Youth Firesetter Intervention amp Education Program This guide assists from the moment of
notification (of a youth firesetter) to performing a proper assessment and then choosing the
appropriate intervention program including educating youth firesetters and their families
It is our hope that by providing this manual it will provide the necessary direction and assistance to
the various departments and agencies that are looking to solidify their current YFS program or
establish one within their citytown or region
For additional information please email SherylNielsendosnhgov
YOUTH FIRESETTER TASK FORCE
Please share these articles with your local youth firesetter intervention task force team
members These articles will help task force members and mental health professionals
understand the various psychological aspects and behaviors involved in youth firesetting and
the importance of identifying and assessing as well as appropriately providing proper
intervention
ldquoTen Facts About Youth Firesetting for Therapistsrdquo click here
ldquoYouth Firesetting An Introduction for Mental Health Counselorsrdquo click here
IN THE NEWS Page 4
USFA Releases Fire Risk Report
Each year from 2014 to 2016 fire departments responded to an estimated average of 188800 cooking fires in residential buildings across the nation These fires resulted in an annual average of 195 deaths 3800 injuries and $463 million in property loss The term ldquocooking firesrdquo includes those fires that were caused by stoves ovens fixed and portable warming units deep-fat fryers and open grills as well as those fires that are confined to the cooking vessel To read the entire USFA report click here
NFPA Report Fire Victims By Age and Gender This report provides a comprehensive analysis of the fatal and non-fatal victims of reported home fires in the US with information about victim age and gender Victim age breakdowns are also provided for major fire causes Victim factors such as activity and location when injured are also discussed To download the entire report click here
Education is the most powerful weapon which you can use to change the world
~ Nelson Mandela
SAFE KIDS 301
Wednesday June 5 2019 530-730pm New Hampshire Motor Speedway
Your family can bike on the same track driven by your favorite NASCAR stars Join
SAFE KIDS NH for free bike and helmet safety checks healthy snacks and
educational handouts This is a free event For information please contact Safe
Kids New Hampshire at (877) 783-0432 or IPCHitchcockorg
The NFPA Conference amp Exporeg is one of the worldrsquos biggest and most comprehensive fire electrical and life safety events Its an opportunity to meet with industry suppliers learn about new products and participate in over 110 education sessions hosted by industry experts and professionals with special events focusing on Wildfire Prevention and Preparedness Emergency Technologies and Fire Suppression
The learning opportunities donrsquot end with the education sessions Connect with more than 350 exhibitors who will help you discover solutions for your technical challenges and everyday needs In addition the NFPA Conference amp Expo offers you the chance to network with your peers as well as grow your personal and professional contacts worldwide
NFPA 2019 CONFERENCE amp EXPO
Page 5 SPRING 2019
STATE FIRE MARSHALrsquoS AWARD OF EXCELLENCE
IN FIRE amp LIFE SAFETY
Has a student within your community used their fire and life safety education and knowledge to help prevent a possible incident by seeking out the appropriate assistance to ensure that the situation becomes safer
Has a student within your community responded appropriately during an emergency by demon-strating key fire and life safety behaviors dialing 911 to report an incident and calmly providing infor-mation to a dispatcher or performed a lifesaving medical maneuver
The State Fire Marshalrsquos Award of Excellence in Fire amp Life Safety program recognizes New Hampshire students in grades prekindergarten through high school that complete an outstanding act in the area of Fire and Life Safety that benefits the lives and wellbeing of those around them Anyone who observes or hears of a studentrsquos heroic actions during a fire andor life threatening emergency can nominate a student by filling out an application
15th Annual NH Emergency Preparedness Conference Tuesday June 4 2019 Manchester NH
The goal of the NH Emergency Preparedness Conference is to offer a program that provides NHrsquos emergency planners and responders with the opportunity to
learn new ideas and practices to meet emergency preparedness challenges
hear lessons learned from previous planning response mitigation and recovery efforts and
connect with key individuals and organizations across the emergency preparedness spectrum
Now in its 15th year attendance at the NH Emergency Preparedness Conference has grown to more than 800 participants and 50 exhibitors The event provides excellent opportunities for training and networking with local experts and practitioners from Emergency Services ndash Local county state and federal law enforcement fire emergency management dispatch EMS and military MunicipalCountyStateFederal Government ndash Government leadership corrections health officers building and code enforcement and public works Health CareBehavioral HealthPublic Health ndash Health care providers such as hospitals primary and specialty care providers behavioral health providers home care providers long term care and public health professionals HumanSocial Services ndash Childrenyouthsenior service providers family services disabilities services and other community services and faith based organizations BusinessCritical Infrastructure Partners ndashRetail transit small business media banking telecommunica ions utilities and agriculture EducationChild Care ndash Public and private K-12 higher education and child care providers There is no cost to attend this event
Registration is STILL OPEN
FIND US ON THE WEB
httpwwwnhgovsafetydivisions
firesafety
NH State Fire Marshal Paul J Parisi
33 Hazen Drive Concord NH 03305
Phone 603-223-4289 ARSON HOTLINE 1-800-400-3526
PUBLIC EDUCATION SECTION
District Chief
Stacey Dubois
EDUCATORS
Sheryl Nielsen
Mary MacCaffrie
Amy McLaughlin
This newsletter is compiled by the Public Education Section of the NH State Fire Marshalrsquos Office with the intent to provide Fire amp Life Safety Educators throughout the state with information that may assist them in educating their community and to provide educational opportunities to further onesrsquo knowledge and provide networking opportunities Please take a moment to read through the information forward and post throughout your department If you wish to be added to the distribution of this newsletter please email
Sheryl Nielsen at SherylNielsendosnhgov
Looking to increase your public outreach efforts
Current Loan Equipment Available
We thank you for your continued support and efforts in creating a
safer and more educated New Hampshire
IN THE NEWShellip Newsletter
Vermont and New Hampshire
FIRE SAFETY and CARBON MONOXIDE
AWARENESS AND PREVENTION SUMMIT November 5 amp 6th 2019
Hilton Garden Inn 135 Labombard Rd Lebanon NH
Visit our website to learn more about this excellent opportunity
(More information to coming soon)
SIGN UP TODAY FOR NH ALERTS
The NH Alerts app and all of its features are free This app will provide you with the alerts
that you have selected within the app settings upon signing up These alerts include
weather alerts emergency alerts community alerts and missing persons alerts
IN THE NEWS Page 2
The Chemistry of Fire
The Society of Fire Protection Engineers has put together a new in-school program titled ldquoThe Chemistry of Firerdquo The program was funded by a grant from the US Department of Homeland Security The Chemistry of Fire is geared to high school chemistry students It will teach students the science behind fire as a way for students to fully understand its dangers Follow the link for more information including a teacherrsquos resource guide and seven supporting videos
FIRE amp LIFE SAFETY EDUCATION The Public Education Section knows and respects that many agencies and
departments throughout the state use and create their own fire and life safety
outreach materials props and programs to utilize within your community We would
like to learn about your program so that you and your department can be
recognized Please email Sheryl Nielsen at SherylNielsendosnhgov so that she
can reach out to you and hear more about these programs
Keep up the GREAT work NH
THE TEENAGE BRAIN RISKY OR READY TO LEARN
Too often we respond to adolescents with a fear based approach that shut teens out or
locks them down robbing them of the learning and growth that their brains are designed
for Dr Dave Walsh and his wife Dr Erin Walsh of Mind Positive Parenting have written
some excellent articles about working with adolescents Here is one about understanding
teenagers
Young people are exposed to more news in more ways than prior generations Learning
how to discern credible sources from questionable ones and having the tools to
understand bias spin and framing are even more important Read this article about
media literacy and the internet here
NH YOUTH FIRESETTING
NH YOUTH FIRESETTER REPORTING
Each year in the United States fires that are set by youths account for a large amount of property loss personal injury and death According to the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) arson is the second leading cause of residential fire deaths Arson is also the leading cause of dollar loss from fire exceeding over two billion dollars a year According to the most recent NFPA report on youth set fires between 2007 and 2011 an average of 49300 fires involving playing with fire were reported to US municipal f ire departments each year During this same timeframe NH reported a total of 88 youth set fires NH youth firesetting is grossly under acknowledged and underreported The NH State Fire Marshalrsquos Office asks that we all be more vigilant in identifying
reporting assessing and providing the appropriate necessary intervention
Increased reporting will provide NH with valuable information on
1 NH youth firesetting behaviors
2 How to assist in developing more effective intervention strategies
3 Gaining financial support through grant opportunities
4 Community awareness
5 Better data on New Hampshire youth offenders
Please fill out this NH Data Collection Form with EVERY youth firesetting incident
Page 3 Spring 2019
NH YOUTH FIRESETTERS INTERVENTION amp EDUCATION GUIDELINE
The NH Youth Firesetters Intervention amp Education Guideline is designed as a professional resource
tool to guide and assist communities and regional organizations in creating operating and managing
an effective Youth Firesetter Intervention amp Education Program This guide assists from the moment of
notification (of a youth firesetter) to performing a proper assessment and then choosing the
appropriate intervention program including educating youth firesetters and their families
It is our hope that by providing this manual it will provide the necessary direction and assistance to
the various departments and agencies that are looking to solidify their current YFS program or
establish one within their citytown or region
For additional information please email SherylNielsendosnhgov
YOUTH FIRESETTER TASK FORCE
Please share these articles with your local youth firesetter intervention task force team
members These articles will help task force members and mental health professionals
understand the various psychological aspects and behaviors involved in youth firesetting and
the importance of identifying and assessing as well as appropriately providing proper
intervention
ldquoTen Facts About Youth Firesetting for Therapistsrdquo click here
ldquoYouth Firesetting An Introduction for Mental Health Counselorsrdquo click here
IN THE NEWS Page 4
USFA Releases Fire Risk Report
Each year from 2014 to 2016 fire departments responded to an estimated average of 188800 cooking fires in residential buildings across the nation These fires resulted in an annual average of 195 deaths 3800 injuries and $463 million in property loss The term ldquocooking firesrdquo includes those fires that were caused by stoves ovens fixed and portable warming units deep-fat fryers and open grills as well as those fires that are confined to the cooking vessel To read the entire USFA report click here
NFPA Report Fire Victims By Age and Gender This report provides a comprehensive analysis of the fatal and non-fatal victims of reported home fires in the US with information about victim age and gender Victim age breakdowns are also provided for major fire causes Victim factors such as activity and location when injured are also discussed To download the entire report click here
Education is the most powerful weapon which you can use to change the world
~ Nelson Mandela
SAFE KIDS 301
Wednesday June 5 2019 530-730pm New Hampshire Motor Speedway
Your family can bike on the same track driven by your favorite NASCAR stars Join
SAFE KIDS NH for free bike and helmet safety checks healthy snacks and
educational handouts This is a free event For information please contact Safe
Kids New Hampshire at (877) 783-0432 or IPCHitchcockorg
The NFPA Conference amp Exporeg is one of the worldrsquos biggest and most comprehensive fire electrical and life safety events Its an opportunity to meet with industry suppliers learn about new products and participate in over 110 education sessions hosted by industry experts and professionals with special events focusing on Wildfire Prevention and Preparedness Emergency Technologies and Fire Suppression
The learning opportunities donrsquot end with the education sessions Connect with more than 350 exhibitors who will help you discover solutions for your technical challenges and everyday needs In addition the NFPA Conference amp Expo offers you the chance to network with your peers as well as grow your personal and professional contacts worldwide
NFPA 2019 CONFERENCE amp EXPO
Page 5 SPRING 2019
STATE FIRE MARSHALrsquoS AWARD OF EXCELLENCE
IN FIRE amp LIFE SAFETY
Has a student within your community used their fire and life safety education and knowledge to help prevent a possible incident by seeking out the appropriate assistance to ensure that the situation becomes safer
Has a student within your community responded appropriately during an emergency by demon-strating key fire and life safety behaviors dialing 911 to report an incident and calmly providing infor-mation to a dispatcher or performed a lifesaving medical maneuver
The State Fire Marshalrsquos Award of Excellence in Fire amp Life Safety program recognizes New Hampshire students in grades prekindergarten through high school that complete an outstanding act in the area of Fire and Life Safety that benefits the lives and wellbeing of those around them Anyone who observes or hears of a studentrsquos heroic actions during a fire andor life threatening emergency can nominate a student by filling out an application
15th Annual NH Emergency Preparedness Conference Tuesday June 4 2019 Manchester NH
The goal of the NH Emergency Preparedness Conference is to offer a program that provides NHrsquos emergency planners and responders with the opportunity to
learn new ideas and practices to meet emergency preparedness challenges
hear lessons learned from previous planning response mitigation and recovery efforts and
connect with key individuals and organizations across the emergency preparedness spectrum
Now in its 15th year attendance at the NH Emergency Preparedness Conference has grown to more than 800 participants and 50 exhibitors The event provides excellent opportunities for training and networking with local experts and practitioners from Emergency Services ndash Local county state and federal law enforcement fire emergency management dispatch EMS and military MunicipalCountyStateFederal Government ndash Government leadership corrections health officers building and code enforcement and public works Health CareBehavioral HealthPublic Health ndash Health care providers such as hospitals primary and specialty care providers behavioral health providers home care providers long term care and public health professionals HumanSocial Services ndash Childrenyouthsenior service providers family services disabilities services and other community services and faith based organizations BusinessCritical Infrastructure Partners ndashRetail transit small business media banking telecommunica ions utilities and agriculture EducationChild Care ndash Public and private K-12 higher education and child care providers There is no cost to attend this event
Registration is STILL OPEN
FIND US ON THE WEB
httpwwwnhgovsafetydivisions
firesafety
NH State Fire Marshal Paul J Parisi
33 Hazen Drive Concord NH 03305
Phone 603-223-4289 ARSON HOTLINE 1-800-400-3526
PUBLIC EDUCATION SECTION
District Chief
Stacey Dubois
EDUCATORS
Sheryl Nielsen
Mary MacCaffrie
Amy McLaughlin
This newsletter is compiled by the Public Education Section of the NH State Fire Marshalrsquos Office with the intent to provide Fire amp Life Safety Educators throughout the state with information that may assist them in educating their community and to provide educational opportunities to further onesrsquo knowledge and provide networking opportunities Please take a moment to read through the information forward and post throughout your department If you wish to be added to the distribution of this newsletter please email
Sheryl Nielsen at SherylNielsendosnhgov
Looking to increase your public outreach efforts
Current Loan Equipment Available
We thank you for your continued support and efforts in creating a
safer and more educated New Hampshire
IN THE NEWShellip Newsletter
Vermont and New Hampshire
FIRE SAFETY and CARBON MONOXIDE
AWARENESS AND PREVENTION SUMMIT November 5 amp 6th 2019
Hilton Garden Inn 135 Labombard Rd Lebanon NH
Visit our website to learn more about this excellent opportunity
(More information to coming soon)
SIGN UP TODAY FOR NH ALERTS
The NH Alerts app and all of its features are free This app will provide you with the alerts
that you have selected within the app settings upon signing up These alerts include
weather alerts emergency alerts community alerts and missing persons alerts
NH YOUTH FIRESETTING
NH YOUTH FIRESETTER REPORTING
Each year in the United States fires that are set by youths account for a large amount of property loss personal injury and death According to the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) arson is the second leading cause of residential fire deaths Arson is also the leading cause of dollar loss from fire exceeding over two billion dollars a year According to the most recent NFPA report on youth set fires between 2007 and 2011 an average of 49300 fires involving playing with fire were reported to US municipal f ire departments each year During this same timeframe NH reported a total of 88 youth set fires NH youth firesetting is grossly under acknowledged and underreported The NH State Fire Marshalrsquos Office asks that we all be more vigilant in identifying
reporting assessing and providing the appropriate necessary intervention
Increased reporting will provide NH with valuable information on
1 NH youth firesetting behaviors
2 How to assist in developing more effective intervention strategies
3 Gaining financial support through grant opportunities
4 Community awareness
5 Better data on New Hampshire youth offenders
Please fill out this NH Data Collection Form with EVERY youth firesetting incident
Page 3 Spring 2019
NH YOUTH FIRESETTERS INTERVENTION amp EDUCATION GUIDELINE
The NH Youth Firesetters Intervention amp Education Guideline is designed as a professional resource
tool to guide and assist communities and regional organizations in creating operating and managing
an effective Youth Firesetter Intervention amp Education Program This guide assists from the moment of
notification (of a youth firesetter) to performing a proper assessment and then choosing the
appropriate intervention program including educating youth firesetters and their families
It is our hope that by providing this manual it will provide the necessary direction and assistance to
the various departments and agencies that are looking to solidify their current YFS program or
establish one within their citytown or region
For additional information please email SherylNielsendosnhgov
YOUTH FIRESETTER TASK FORCE
Please share these articles with your local youth firesetter intervention task force team
members These articles will help task force members and mental health professionals
understand the various psychological aspects and behaviors involved in youth firesetting and
the importance of identifying and assessing as well as appropriately providing proper
intervention
ldquoTen Facts About Youth Firesetting for Therapistsrdquo click here
ldquoYouth Firesetting An Introduction for Mental Health Counselorsrdquo click here
IN THE NEWS Page 4
USFA Releases Fire Risk Report
Each year from 2014 to 2016 fire departments responded to an estimated average of 188800 cooking fires in residential buildings across the nation These fires resulted in an annual average of 195 deaths 3800 injuries and $463 million in property loss The term ldquocooking firesrdquo includes those fires that were caused by stoves ovens fixed and portable warming units deep-fat fryers and open grills as well as those fires that are confined to the cooking vessel To read the entire USFA report click here
NFPA Report Fire Victims By Age and Gender This report provides a comprehensive analysis of the fatal and non-fatal victims of reported home fires in the US with information about victim age and gender Victim age breakdowns are also provided for major fire causes Victim factors such as activity and location when injured are also discussed To download the entire report click here
Education is the most powerful weapon which you can use to change the world
~ Nelson Mandela
SAFE KIDS 301
Wednesday June 5 2019 530-730pm New Hampshire Motor Speedway
Your family can bike on the same track driven by your favorite NASCAR stars Join
SAFE KIDS NH for free bike and helmet safety checks healthy snacks and
educational handouts This is a free event For information please contact Safe
Kids New Hampshire at (877) 783-0432 or IPCHitchcockorg
The NFPA Conference amp Exporeg is one of the worldrsquos biggest and most comprehensive fire electrical and life safety events Its an opportunity to meet with industry suppliers learn about new products and participate in over 110 education sessions hosted by industry experts and professionals with special events focusing on Wildfire Prevention and Preparedness Emergency Technologies and Fire Suppression
The learning opportunities donrsquot end with the education sessions Connect with more than 350 exhibitors who will help you discover solutions for your technical challenges and everyday needs In addition the NFPA Conference amp Expo offers you the chance to network with your peers as well as grow your personal and professional contacts worldwide
NFPA 2019 CONFERENCE amp EXPO
Page 5 SPRING 2019
STATE FIRE MARSHALrsquoS AWARD OF EXCELLENCE
IN FIRE amp LIFE SAFETY
Has a student within your community used their fire and life safety education and knowledge to help prevent a possible incident by seeking out the appropriate assistance to ensure that the situation becomes safer
Has a student within your community responded appropriately during an emergency by demon-strating key fire and life safety behaviors dialing 911 to report an incident and calmly providing infor-mation to a dispatcher or performed a lifesaving medical maneuver
The State Fire Marshalrsquos Award of Excellence in Fire amp Life Safety program recognizes New Hampshire students in grades prekindergarten through high school that complete an outstanding act in the area of Fire and Life Safety that benefits the lives and wellbeing of those around them Anyone who observes or hears of a studentrsquos heroic actions during a fire andor life threatening emergency can nominate a student by filling out an application
15th Annual NH Emergency Preparedness Conference Tuesday June 4 2019 Manchester NH
The goal of the NH Emergency Preparedness Conference is to offer a program that provides NHrsquos emergency planners and responders with the opportunity to
learn new ideas and practices to meet emergency preparedness challenges
hear lessons learned from previous planning response mitigation and recovery efforts and
connect with key individuals and organizations across the emergency preparedness spectrum
Now in its 15th year attendance at the NH Emergency Preparedness Conference has grown to more than 800 participants and 50 exhibitors The event provides excellent opportunities for training and networking with local experts and practitioners from Emergency Services ndash Local county state and federal law enforcement fire emergency management dispatch EMS and military MunicipalCountyStateFederal Government ndash Government leadership corrections health officers building and code enforcement and public works Health CareBehavioral HealthPublic Health ndash Health care providers such as hospitals primary and specialty care providers behavioral health providers home care providers long term care and public health professionals HumanSocial Services ndash Childrenyouthsenior service providers family services disabilities services and other community services and faith based organizations BusinessCritical Infrastructure Partners ndashRetail transit small business media banking telecommunica ions utilities and agriculture EducationChild Care ndash Public and private K-12 higher education and child care providers There is no cost to attend this event
Registration is STILL OPEN
FIND US ON THE WEB
httpwwwnhgovsafetydivisions
firesafety
NH State Fire Marshal Paul J Parisi
33 Hazen Drive Concord NH 03305
Phone 603-223-4289 ARSON HOTLINE 1-800-400-3526
PUBLIC EDUCATION SECTION
District Chief
Stacey Dubois
EDUCATORS
Sheryl Nielsen
Mary MacCaffrie
Amy McLaughlin
This newsletter is compiled by the Public Education Section of the NH State Fire Marshalrsquos Office with the intent to provide Fire amp Life Safety Educators throughout the state with information that may assist them in educating their community and to provide educational opportunities to further onesrsquo knowledge and provide networking opportunities Please take a moment to read through the information forward and post throughout your department If you wish to be added to the distribution of this newsletter please email
Sheryl Nielsen at SherylNielsendosnhgov
Looking to increase your public outreach efforts
Current Loan Equipment Available
We thank you for your continued support and efforts in creating a
safer and more educated New Hampshire
IN THE NEWShellip Newsletter
Vermont and New Hampshire
FIRE SAFETY and CARBON MONOXIDE
AWARENESS AND PREVENTION SUMMIT November 5 amp 6th 2019
Hilton Garden Inn 135 Labombard Rd Lebanon NH
Visit our website to learn more about this excellent opportunity
(More information to coming soon)
SIGN UP TODAY FOR NH ALERTS
The NH Alerts app and all of its features are free This app will provide you with the alerts
that you have selected within the app settings upon signing up These alerts include
weather alerts emergency alerts community alerts and missing persons alerts
IN THE NEWS Page 4
USFA Releases Fire Risk Report
Each year from 2014 to 2016 fire departments responded to an estimated average of 188800 cooking fires in residential buildings across the nation These fires resulted in an annual average of 195 deaths 3800 injuries and $463 million in property loss The term ldquocooking firesrdquo includes those fires that were caused by stoves ovens fixed and portable warming units deep-fat fryers and open grills as well as those fires that are confined to the cooking vessel To read the entire USFA report click here
NFPA Report Fire Victims By Age and Gender This report provides a comprehensive analysis of the fatal and non-fatal victims of reported home fires in the US with information about victim age and gender Victim age breakdowns are also provided for major fire causes Victim factors such as activity and location when injured are also discussed To download the entire report click here
Education is the most powerful weapon which you can use to change the world
~ Nelson Mandela
SAFE KIDS 301
Wednesday June 5 2019 530-730pm New Hampshire Motor Speedway
Your family can bike on the same track driven by your favorite NASCAR stars Join
SAFE KIDS NH for free bike and helmet safety checks healthy snacks and
educational handouts This is a free event For information please contact Safe
Kids New Hampshire at (877) 783-0432 or IPCHitchcockorg
The NFPA Conference amp Exporeg is one of the worldrsquos biggest and most comprehensive fire electrical and life safety events Its an opportunity to meet with industry suppliers learn about new products and participate in over 110 education sessions hosted by industry experts and professionals with special events focusing on Wildfire Prevention and Preparedness Emergency Technologies and Fire Suppression
The learning opportunities donrsquot end with the education sessions Connect with more than 350 exhibitors who will help you discover solutions for your technical challenges and everyday needs In addition the NFPA Conference amp Expo offers you the chance to network with your peers as well as grow your personal and professional contacts worldwide
NFPA 2019 CONFERENCE amp EXPO
Page 5 SPRING 2019
STATE FIRE MARSHALrsquoS AWARD OF EXCELLENCE
IN FIRE amp LIFE SAFETY
Has a student within your community used their fire and life safety education and knowledge to help prevent a possible incident by seeking out the appropriate assistance to ensure that the situation becomes safer
Has a student within your community responded appropriately during an emergency by demon-strating key fire and life safety behaviors dialing 911 to report an incident and calmly providing infor-mation to a dispatcher or performed a lifesaving medical maneuver
The State Fire Marshalrsquos Award of Excellence in Fire amp Life Safety program recognizes New Hampshire students in grades prekindergarten through high school that complete an outstanding act in the area of Fire and Life Safety that benefits the lives and wellbeing of those around them Anyone who observes or hears of a studentrsquos heroic actions during a fire andor life threatening emergency can nominate a student by filling out an application
15th Annual NH Emergency Preparedness Conference Tuesday June 4 2019 Manchester NH
The goal of the NH Emergency Preparedness Conference is to offer a program that provides NHrsquos emergency planners and responders with the opportunity to
learn new ideas and practices to meet emergency preparedness challenges
hear lessons learned from previous planning response mitigation and recovery efforts and
connect with key individuals and organizations across the emergency preparedness spectrum
Now in its 15th year attendance at the NH Emergency Preparedness Conference has grown to more than 800 participants and 50 exhibitors The event provides excellent opportunities for training and networking with local experts and practitioners from Emergency Services ndash Local county state and federal law enforcement fire emergency management dispatch EMS and military MunicipalCountyStateFederal Government ndash Government leadership corrections health officers building and code enforcement and public works Health CareBehavioral HealthPublic Health ndash Health care providers such as hospitals primary and specialty care providers behavioral health providers home care providers long term care and public health professionals HumanSocial Services ndash Childrenyouthsenior service providers family services disabilities services and other community services and faith based organizations BusinessCritical Infrastructure Partners ndashRetail transit small business media banking telecommunica ions utilities and agriculture EducationChild Care ndash Public and private K-12 higher education and child care providers There is no cost to attend this event
Registration is STILL OPEN
FIND US ON THE WEB
httpwwwnhgovsafetydivisions
firesafety
NH State Fire Marshal Paul J Parisi
33 Hazen Drive Concord NH 03305
Phone 603-223-4289 ARSON HOTLINE 1-800-400-3526
PUBLIC EDUCATION SECTION
District Chief
Stacey Dubois
EDUCATORS
Sheryl Nielsen
Mary MacCaffrie
Amy McLaughlin
This newsletter is compiled by the Public Education Section of the NH State Fire Marshalrsquos Office with the intent to provide Fire amp Life Safety Educators throughout the state with information that may assist them in educating their community and to provide educational opportunities to further onesrsquo knowledge and provide networking opportunities Please take a moment to read through the information forward and post throughout your department If you wish to be added to the distribution of this newsletter please email
Sheryl Nielsen at SherylNielsendosnhgov
Looking to increase your public outreach efforts
Current Loan Equipment Available
We thank you for your continued support and efforts in creating a
safer and more educated New Hampshire
IN THE NEWShellip Newsletter
Vermont and New Hampshire
FIRE SAFETY and CARBON MONOXIDE
AWARENESS AND PREVENTION SUMMIT November 5 amp 6th 2019
Hilton Garden Inn 135 Labombard Rd Lebanon NH
Visit our website to learn more about this excellent opportunity
(More information to coming soon)
SIGN UP TODAY FOR NH ALERTS
The NH Alerts app and all of its features are free This app will provide you with the alerts
that you have selected within the app settings upon signing up These alerts include
weather alerts emergency alerts community alerts and missing persons alerts
Page 5 SPRING 2019
STATE FIRE MARSHALrsquoS AWARD OF EXCELLENCE
IN FIRE amp LIFE SAFETY
Has a student within your community used their fire and life safety education and knowledge to help prevent a possible incident by seeking out the appropriate assistance to ensure that the situation becomes safer
Has a student within your community responded appropriately during an emergency by demon-strating key fire and life safety behaviors dialing 911 to report an incident and calmly providing infor-mation to a dispatcher or performed a lifesaving medical maneuver
The State Fire Marshalrsquos Award of Excellence in Fire amp Life Safety program recognizes New Hampshire students in grades prekindergarten through high school that complete an outstanding act in the area of Fire and Life Safety that benefits the lives and wellbeing of those around them Anyone who observes or hears of a studentrsquos heroic actions during a fire andor life threatening emergency can nominate a student by filling out an application
15th Annual NH Emergency Preparedness Conference Tuesday June 4 2019 Manchester NH
The goal of the NH Emergency Preparedness Conference is to offer a program that provides NHrsquos emergency planners and responders with the opportunity to
learn new ideas and practices to meet emergency preparedness challenges
hear lessons learned from previous planning response mitigation and recovery efforts and
connect with key individuals and organizations across the emergency preparedness spectrum
Now in its 15th year attendance at the NH Emergency Preparedness Conference has grown to more than 800 participants and 50 exhibitors The event provides excellent opportunities for training and networking with local experts and practitioners from Emergency Services ndash Local county state and federal law enforcement fire emergency management dispatch EMS and military MunicipalCountyStateFederal Government ndash Government leadership corrections health officers building and code enforcement and public works Health CareBehavioral HealthPublic Health ndash Health care providers such as hospitals primary and specialty care providers behavioral health providers home care providers long term care and public health professionals HumanSocial Services ndash Childrenyouthsenior service providers family services disabilities services and other community services and faith based organizations BusinessCritical Infrastructure Partners ndashRetail transit small business media banking telecommunica ions utilities and agriculture EducationChild Care ndash Public and private K-12 higher education and child care providers There is no cost to attend this event
Registration is STILL OPEN
FIND US ON THE WEB
httpwwwnhgovsafetydivisions
firesafety
NH State Fire Marshal Paul J Parisi
33 Hazen Drive Concord NH 03305
Phone 603-223-4289 ARSON HOTLINE 1-800-400-3526
PUBLIC EDUCATION SECTION
District Chief
Stacey Dubois
EDUCATORS
Sheryl Nielsen
Mary MacCaffrie
Amy McLaughlin
This newsletter is compiled by the Public Education Section of the NH State Fire Marshalrsquos Office with the intent to provide Fire amp Life Safety Educators throughout the state with information that may assist them in educating their community and to provide educational opportunities to further onesrsquo knowledge and provide networking opportunities Please take a moment to read through the information forward and post throughout your department If you wish to be added to the distribution of this newsletter please email
Sheryl Nielsen at SherylNielsendosnhgov
Looking to increase your public outreach efforts
Current Loan Equipment Available
We thank you for your continued support and efforts in creating a
safer and more educated New Hampshire
IN THE NEWShellip Newsletter
Vermont and New Hampshire
FIRE SAFETY and CARBON MONOXIDE
AWARENESS AND PREVENTION SUMMIT November 5 amp 6th 2019
Hilton Garden Inn 135 Labombard Rd Lebanon NH
Visit our website to learn more about this excellent opportunity
(More information to coming soon)
SIGN UP TODAY FOR NH ALERTS
The NH Alerts app and all of its features are free This app will provide you with the alerts
that you have selected within the app settings upon signing up These alerts include
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FIND US ON THE WEB
httpwwwnhgovsafetydivisions
firesafety
NH State Fire Marshal Paul J Parisi
33 Hazen Drive Concord NH 03305
Phone 603-223-4289 ARSON HOTLINE 1-800-400-3526
PUBLIC EDUCATION SECTION
District Chief
Stacey Dubois
EDUCATORS
Sheryl Nielsen
Mary MacCaffrie
Amy McLaughlin
This newsletter is compiled by the Public Education Section of the NH State Fire Marshalrsquos Office with the intent to provide Fire amp Life Safety Educators throughout the state with information that may assist them in educating their community and to provide educational opportunities to further onesrsquo knowledge and provide networking opportunities Please take a moment to read through the information forward and post throughout your department If you wish to be added to the distribution of this newsletter please email
Sheryl Nielsen at SherylNielsendosnhgov
Looking to increase your public outreach efforts
Current Loan Equipment Available
We thank you for your continued support and efforts in creating a
safer and more educated New Hampshire
IN THE NEWShellip Newsletter
Vermont and New Hampshire
FIRE SAFETY and CARBON MONOXIDE
AWARENESS AND PREVENTION SUMMIT November 5 amp 6th 2019
Hilton Garden Inn 135 Labombard Rd Lebanon NH
Visit our website to learn more about this excellent opportunity
(More information to coming soon)
SIGN UP TODAY FOR NH ALERTS
The NH Alerts app and all of its features are free This app will provide you with the alerts
that you have selected within the app settings upon signing up These alerts include
weather alerts emergency alerts community alerts and missing persons alerts