NEW YORK STATE
FIRE MARSHAL AND INSPECTORS ASSOCIATION
” Fire Prevention through Education and Enforcement “
OUR PROUD SPONSORS
We are so thankful for the ongoing support and sponsorship of our organization’s website and education opportunities.
2026 PROPOSED
TRAVELING TRAINING
January 2026 – Henrietta Fire District Training Facility (90 Occupant Capacity)
February 2026 – SUNY Farmingdale
March 2026 - Esopus Fire Department
May 2026 – Queensbury Fire Department
June 2026 – SUNY Farmingdale
September 2026 – Erie County Fire Training Facility
October 2026 - Moyers Corner Fire Department #1
2025 WEBINAR WEDNESDAYS
THESE WEBINARS ARE PART OF YOUR MEMBER BENEFIT
Wednesday October 14th, 2025 @ 1 PM
Codes that Safeguard Construction (Construction Safety)
The Dangers of Vacant Dwelling Challenges and Solutions
Ray O’Brocki, C.B.O. Director, Fire Service Relations
This is a 3-hour webinar offering over two seperate topics
Tuesday December 9th, 2025 @ 1 PM
Richard Roberts – Senior Industry Affairs Manager
Honeywell Building Automation
Summary Changes to the 2022 Edition of the NFPA 72®
National Fire Alarm and Signaling Code ( 1 Hour )
Attendes will learn about the new requirements for batteries, abandoned fire alarm equipment, carbon monoxide detection, low frequency audible alarm signal, remote access to systems, wireless pathways and supervising stations.
Summary of Key Changes to the 2024 ICC Model Codes ( 1 Hour )
An informative 60 minute discussion that provides an overview of the new requirements in the International Code Council (ICC) and National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) model codes for in-building emergency responder communications, smoke detection, two-way stairway communication systems, pull stations, low frequency audible fire alarm signal, visual notification appliances, carbon monoxide (CO) detection systems, mass notification risk analysis for Group E occupancies, and lithium ion battery energy storage systems (ESS).
Charge into Fire Safety: Lithium-Ion Batteries in Your Home
Fire Prevention Week
October 5-11, 2025
“Charge into Fire Safety™: Lithium-Ion Batteries in Your Home,” works to educate everyone about using these batteries safely.
The campaign stresses how important it is to BUY, CHARGE, and RECYCLE safely when it comes to lithium-ion batteries.
Charging something big like an e-bike, scooter, or power tool with a lithium- ion battery? Do it outside.
Use a flat, dry area away from direct sunlight, anything wet, kids, or tripping hazards.
And make sure your bike or device is secure—so it doesn’t fall while charging.
Charge any lithium-ion battery device on a hard surface—never on your bed,couch, or under a pillow.
And don’t over charge.
Once it’s at 100%, unplugand move on.
Before you buy anything with a lithium-ion battery, do your homework.
Check the packaging and product for a mark from a nationally recognized testing lab—that stamp means it meets real safety standards.
A lot of products sold online and in stores don’t, and that can seriously increase your risk of fire.
Don’t toss lithium-ion batteries ordevices in the trash or regularrecycling bins—they can start a fire.Drop them off at a legit batteryrecycling spot —it’s safer and waybetter for the planet.
Visit call2recycle.org to find a drop-off location near you.
Anything with a lithium-ion battery— phones, laptops, e-bikes, power tools —can become a fire hazard if it’s not charged safely.
Always use the charger that came with the device or one approved by the manufacturer.
If the cord only works when you bend it just right, it’s time to replace it.
LATEST NEWS AND TRAINING BULLETINS
July Course Offerings! Newport is offering several free energy code courses in July that are complete with DOS continuing education credits. Check out the schedule
Lithium battery safety guide Governor Hochul Signs Legislation to Encourage the Safe Use of E-Bikes and Lithium-Ion Batteries and Protect New Yorkers These new laws
Tuesday, August 6, 2:00 p.m. ET Presenters: Kelly Ransdell, Director of Public Education at the National Fire Protection Association; Shelby Hall Fire Analysis Research Manager
click on the newletter to read and download
FREE ONLINE CLASS 2 Hours ICC CEU’s July 25, 2024 (10:00am-12:00pm CDT) GMS Presentations and Training is proud to host Confrontation Management for Code Enforcement
Join Vision 20/20 on July 10 at 1:00 p.m. EDT for this exciting, free webinar on CRR Academy that explores the power of model performance
NYSFMIA Seeks
Members Input
As the saying goes, “An organization is only as good as its people.”
That is why NYSFMIA is asking its members to become involved with the website.
- Have you read a good prevention article lately?
- Are you doing something out of the ordinary at your department in the realm of fire prevention?
- Do you need to promote an upcoming safety education event?
Pictures are always welcome
New York State Fire Marshals and Inspectors Association
Post Office Box 86
West Henrietta, New York 14586-0086
Email: info@nysfmia.com