November DFS - Briefs - Monthly Updates from the Department of Fire Services

A Message from
State Fire Marshal Stephen D. Coan

Important Regulatory Changes Effective January 1, 2010 - Several important regulatory changes will become effective January 1, 2010. In preparation, DFS will be conducting several statewide training programs on these regulations. These seminars will cover M.G.L. c. 148, s. 26G and the new guidance document included in this month's DFS Briefs. One additional regulation will also be covered: 527 CMR 11.00, Commercial Cooking Operations, which will focus on the new

If you have comments, questions and suggestions about DFS Briefs, then please email me at Stephen.Coan@state.ma.us ."

This month's highlights-quick links

Advisories

• Amendments to M.G.L. c. 148, s. 26G (Chapter 508 of the Acts of 2008) 
• Keep Warm Keep Safe Campaign for 2009 - 10 
• Self Service Motor Fueling Visibility (527 CMR 5.08(5)(f) 

Training (Please be patient while files download)

• Training on Regulations - Code Enforcement Training 
• Senior Fire Officer Forum: Reading Smoke - Nov. 12 
• Web-based training: Hydrogen Safety for First Responders
• Web-based training: Additional Hazmat Training Videos and Presentations

Employment Opportunity

• Graphic Designer - Part-time contractor position 
• Assistant Director of the Massachusetts Fire Academy - Full-time position 
• Manager of Information Technology - Full-time position 

Public Education

• Keep Warm Keep Safe Tool Kit Candle Safety Tips 

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