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The Michigan State Police, in partnership with the MDCH, EMS & Trauma Systems, and the DLEG, Bureau of Fire Services, invite your participation in a one-day event bringing members of the emergency services community from across Michigan together. The “Emergency Services Day” of training will feature sessions designed to address issues commonly faced by EMS, fire, and law enforcement personnel.

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Calendar Project Wins Award

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December 12, 2009

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Leland Gayheart Fire Safety and Prevention Award to the Michigan Fire Inspectors Society

The 2010 Calendar Project has been received an award from the University of Michigan Trauma Burn Center.  The Leland Gayheart Fire Safety Prevention Award was recently presented to Fire Marshal / Board Member John Hager from Karla Klas of the University of Michigan.

The award is presented each year to recognize the work of Michigan firefighters and Leland Gayheart, a 23-year-old firefighter who lost his life after a burn injury in 1991.

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And the Winner Is

September 27, 2009
Award Winners

MFIS Highlights Outstanding Achievements and Brings in a New Board
The Michigan Fire Inspector’s Society honored several members and guests at the 60th annual awards banquet during the conference this last week.  On September 24, 2009 the society handed out its highest awards, awarded its first burn survivor scholarship, and moved new leadership into the board.
The [...]

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Update from the 60th Annual Conference

September 23, 2009
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Education and Networking at its Best
The MFIS 60th annual education conference is half way done with some outstanding speakers and some great networking opportunities. We know that some of you have missed the conference so here are some highlights and needs from all of our membership.
HB 4026 needs your support, call you representatives and [...]

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Michigan Fire Services Awareness Day, September 10, 2009

August 24, 2009
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**Change in Date**
It is time to make your voices heard in Lansing!
Due to the legislative calendar the date for the Awareness day was moved, please change your calender and make a note of it!
On September 10th, we hope you will join the Michigan Fire Services Coalition in Lansing to talk to your legislators about the [...]

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Nominations Needed

July 17, 2009
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Executive Board is looking for Nominations
The Michigan Fire Inspector society is looking for nominations for the position of four year trustee and awards.
The four year trustee position is an elected position by the general membership and is an integral part of the executive board.  If you are interested in running for the executive board please [...]

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Residential Sprinklers, Time for Action

June 27, 2009

Code Review Committee to Review Proposals
The Code Review Committee tasked with reviewing the 2009 IRC to create the Michigan Residential Code 2009 edition is busy working on many proposed code changes.  The code review committee has scheduled an important meeting on July 22, 2009.  The meeting which is scheduled to begin at 9:30 am will [...]

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Fire Safe Cigarettes Passes the House

June 11, 2009

Safe Cigarettes On the Way to the Governor’s Office
After many years of Michigan’s Fire Service pushing this legislation, it appears it is on the way for signature by the Governors Office.  Today, the house voted 102-6 passing the proposed Senate Bill SB 264.  This bill will save many lives and result in fewer fires caused [...]

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