BOLA Consultants PO Box 1948 Jacksonville OR 97530 Oregon Fire Marshals Association presents 2010 Fire Prevention Institute & Annual Business Meeting May 10-14, 2010 Deschutes Co. Fairgrounds & EXPO Center
Monday, May 10 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. 1000-1300 hrs WELCOME, Business Meeting, Nominations 1300-1400 hrs 1400-1700 hours (1/2 day) Gas Explosions Panel Members: Troy Buzalsky & John Stanislaw, Canby Fire; Bill Baker, AVISTA Utilities 1400-1700 hours (1/2 day) Sprinkler Panel Panel Members: Eric McMullen, John Caul, Mark Wilson, and a representative from NFSA DINNER Register, pay your fees, meet old and new friends and prepare for the first business meeting of the Oregon Fire Marshals Association (OFMA). All participants will meet in general session for a welcoming and the initial business meeting, including nominations for OFMA Officers and Board Positions. In April 2007, the community of Canby, Oregon experienced the explosion of a residence with three firefighters inside. The cause of the explosion was a subterranean natural gas leak. This portion of the presentation will focus on the elements of fire operations, risk analysis, training, and investigation. Participants will gain a better understanding of the physical properties of natural gas and its use for home heating. Information on the subject of carbon monoxide, NFPA 921, and a dynamic explosive display is part of this track! This panel discussion will focus on: Oregon Sprinkler Coalition BCD Residential Code Adoption Process Update from NFSA Update from NFPA Where do we go from here? On your own
Tuesday, May 11 7:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. (all day) Alarm Systems Instructor: Art Black 0800-1700 hrs Oregon Inspector Certification (OIC) Prep Course & Exam Instructor: Tim Lindsey Materials Required: Scientific Calculator (non-programmable) and pencil. No laptops LEVEL: Intermediate to Advanced TRACK 3 Media Relations for Fire Service Professionals Instructor: Rick Rosenthal LUNCH-Business Meeting 1200-1300 hrs SOCIAL 1745-2000 hrs Register, pay your fees, meet old and new friends This 2-day session will present information on VoIP vs. DACTS New Challenges in Fire Alarm Communications; NFPA 72-2010 Update; and Voice Intelligibility and Mass Notification. This course is offered in conjunction with the OIC Exam This certification is issued by the Building Codes Division (BCD) to demonstrate that a person has passed a division-approved examination covering Oregon laws relating to state building codes. You must obtain an OIC to work in Oregon using the following International Code Council certifications: Building Official Legal Management Building Plan Examiner Commercial Building Inspector Commercial Mechanical Inspector Fire Plans Examiner Residential Building Inspector Residential Mechanical Inspector Pre-registration is required for this course (see special instructions). Please log on to www.ofma.net to download application and further instructions. This powerful offering will center on the fire service professional s relationship with members of the news media. Creating effective and longlasting affiliations with media representatives along with establishing and maintaining rapport Enjoy a cup first thing in the morning Lunch provided for all participants. 2 nd OFMA Business Meeting, bylaw updates, nominee seconding speeches, and election of board members and officers Join the vendor night with hors d oeuvres, beverages, and great social networking
Wednesday, May 12 7:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. Alarm Systems (Day 2) Instructor: Art Black NFPA 13D; Residential Sprinklers Instructor: Eric McMullen TRACK 3 Dust Explosions Instructor: Jim Everitt TRACK 4 Campus Safety Fire Wise Campus Instructor: Jim Patton LUNCH 1200-1300 hrs DINNER-Annual Banquet 1730-1815 hrs Social Time 1815-2100 hrs Dinner Register, pay your fees, meet old and new friends This 2-day session will present information on VoIP vs. DACTS New Challenges in Fire Alarm Communications; NFPA 72-2010 Update; and Voice Intelligibility and Mass Notification This one-day course will provide a detailed look at the 2007 Edition of NFPA 13D and is intended to provide AHJ s with the tools needed to perform plan reviews and field inspections in a competent and consistent manner. The course will provide background on design alternatives and includes hands-on plan review exercises. This course is approved by Oregon Building Codes Division for continuing education hours. This course covers the basics of what I did not know can kill ; discusses how dust deflagrations work, propagate and methods employed to suppress the chain reaction. This class is the first of a two part series covering the entire spectrum. This course affords fire safety professionals a chance to gain an understanding of successful training methodologies for the college age group, as well as receive tools and resources that they can use to effectively educate students and work further to provide a fire-safe campus environment. Enjoy a cup first thing in the morning Lunch provided for all registered participants. The Annual Banquet will include award of the Neil Hamilton Scholarship, President s Award, and annual installation of officers
Thursday, May 13 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Courtroom Testimony (1-1/2 days) Instructor: Glenn Johnson 0800-1200 hours (1/2 day) Toolbox #1 Chief Concerns Instructor: Neal Olson TRACK 3 Code Update Instructor: Eric McMullen & John Caul TRACK 4 1300-1700 hours (1/2 day) Toolbox #8 Training, Education & Professional Development Instructor: Neal Olson LUNCH 1200-1300 hrs DINNER Register The courtroom testimony and practical course is intended to meet the task book requirement of the Oregon Fire & Life Safety Competency Recognition Program, NFPA Fire Inspector I & II, and NFPA Fire Investigator. Participants will be required to complete classroom and hands-on practical exercises. (see Track 1, May 8) **Must attend all 12 hours of education This module looks at what it takes to begin the journey of being a chief officer accomplished through discussion of the Chief's toolbox program, leadership roles and qualities, change management, goal setting, and resources. This one-day course will cover the significant changes to the 2009 International Fire Code and the Oregon Amendments to the 2010 Oregon Fire Code. This course satisfies the OSFM Competency Recognition requirement for Oregon Amendments. This module will address training systems including minimum requirements, development of programs, and the essentials of program management. Participants will also be able to address methods of professional development for all personnel in their organization. Enjoy a cup first thing in the morning Lunch provided for all registered participants. On your own
Friday, May 14 7:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. 0800-1200 hours (1/2 day track) Courtroom Testimony Practical Instructor: Glenn Johnson The courtroom testimony and practical course is intended to meet the task book requirement of the Oregon Fire & Life Safety Competency Recognition Program. Participants will be required to complete classroom and hands-on practical exercises. (see Track 1 May 13) **Must attend all 12 hours of education Join us for a cup of coffee and conversation. May 10-14, 2010 Deschutes County Expo Center 3800 SW Airport Way, Redmond OR Just off Oregon Highway 97 @ SW Airport Way exit. Comfort Suites (541) 504 8900, Best Western Rama Inn (541) 548 8080, and Super 8 Redmond 541 548 8881 are conveniently located and meet per diem rates. Make your reservations soon as rooms are limited. RV parking availableatthe EXPOlocation, call (541) 548 2711 forrates and details.
Registration Form Must be received no later than 04/29/2010 Full Conference Registration Single Day Registration Includes all breaks (May 10,11,12,13) Includes all breaks & lunch Includes lunch (May 11,12 &13) Includes social events & dinner (May 11 &12) OFMA OFMA Member $295 Member $150 Non Member $345 Non Member $200 Monday, May 10 (all tracks ½ day) Wednesday, May 12 (full day tracks) [ ] Track 1 Gas Explosions [ ] Track 1 Alarm Systems (2-day course) [ ] Track 2 Sprinkler Panel [ ] Track 2 13D - Residential Sprinklers [ ] Track 3 Dust Explosions Tuesday, May 11 (full day tracks) [ ] Track 4 Campus Safety [ ] Track 1 Alarm Systems (2-day course) [ ] Track 2 Oregon Inspection Certification Course [ ] Track 3 Media Relations for Fire Service Professionals **Alarm Systems Registration Fee $250 for the 2 day course. **Courtroom Testimony Registration Fee $225 for the 1 1/2 day course. Thursday, May 13 (full day tracks) [ ] Track 1 Courtroom Testimony (must attend 5/14) [ ] Track 2 Toolbox #1-Chief Concerns (1/2 day) [ ] Track 3 Oregon Code Update [ ] Track 4 Toolbox #8-Training, Education & Professional Development (1/2 day) Friday, May 14 [ ] Track 1 Courtroom Testimony** (1/2 day) Additional Tickets: Event Quantity $ TOTAL Lunch $12.00 = (specify day{s}) Banquet (May12) $28.00 = Name: Title: Organization: Address: City/State/Zip: E mail: Phone: FAX: Total Due: $ Payment Included: $ Check if you are an OFMA Member [ ] Please make checks payable to Oregon Fire Marshals Association and send to BOLA Consultants, PO Box 1948, Jacksonville, OR 97530 Federal Tax ID# 94 3100841 Questions? Michael Silva (503) 955 0481 or Michelle Stevens (541) 944 5065