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| | | | Title: | | | | | Volume/Number: | 2011 June 30 | | | | Issuing Agency: | | | | | Description: | The rockets red glare and bombs bursting in air make a great visual, but exploding fireworks in the hands of untrained professionals or children can be a recipe for bodily harm and death to users and spectators, according to the Office of the Illinois State Fire Marshal (OSFM). OSFM recommends that the public celebrate July 4th by enjoying professional shows put on by trained individuals, as opposed to conducting makeshift displays using illegal fireworks. | | | | Date Created: | 06 30 2011 | | | | Agency ID: | 770**11 | | | | ISL ID: | 000000036567 Original UID: 17697 FIRST WORD: Illinois | |
| | | Title: | | | | | Volume/Number: | 2012 September 19 | | | | Issuing Agency: | | | | | Description: | The Office of the Illinois State Fire Marshal (OSFM) will launch the 2012 LOOK UP! Pay It Forward campaign to urge college students to look up and make sure they have working and properly placed smoke alarms. Governor Pat Quinn has proclaimed September 22, 2012 as LOOK UP! Pay It Forward Day in Illinois and November as Campus Fire Safety Month. | | | | Date Created: | 09 19 2012 | | | | Agency ID: | 1024**12 | | | | ISL ID: | 000000045012 Original UID: 24486 FIRST WORD: LOOK | |
| | | Title: | | | | | Volume/Number: | 2012 March 16 | | | | Issuing Agency: | | | | | Description: | GALESBURG - The Office of the Illinois State Fire Marshal (OSFM) will be presenting a special award for heroism to a Galesburg firefighter. The firefighter is scheduled to receive the Medal of Valor Award in a special ceremony, in advance of the State Firefighter Medal of Honor Ceremony scheduled for May 10th in Springfield, as he prepares for a National Guard deployment. | | | | Date Created: | 03 16 2012 | | | | Agency ID: | 241**12 | | | | ISL ID: | 000000041699 Original UID: 21540 FIRST WORD: Media | |
| | | Title: | | | | | Volume/Number: | 2011 May 26 | | | | Issuing Agency: | | | | | Description: | Recent spot checks of Illinois retailers by the Office of the Illinois State Fire Marshal (OSFM) found that many were still selling banned novelty cigarette lighters, which were outlawed last year in a law signed by Governor Pat Quinn. | | | | Date Created: | 05 26 2011 | | | | Agency ID: | 653**11 | | | | ISL ID: | 000000036237 Original UID: 17339 FIRST WORD: Novelty | |
| | | Title: | | | | | Volume/Number: | 2013 June 25 | | | | Issuing Agency: | | | | | Description: | As the nation prepares to celebrate Independence Day on July 4th, the Office of the Illinois State Fire Marshal (OSFM) reminds residents to make grilling a fire safe activity. Outdoor cooks should follow basic steps such as inspecting their grills to ensure that all parts are functioning properly before use. | | | | Date Created: | 06 25 2013 | | | | Agency ID: | 679**13 | | | | ISL ID: | 000000050462 Original UID: 171402 FIRST WORD: Office | |
| | | Title: | | | | | Volume/Number: | 2012 March 8 | | | | Issuing Agency: | | | | | Description: | As spring quickly approaches, The Office of the Illinois State Fire Marshal (OSFM) reminds people to change their smoke alarm batteries when they set their clocks forward on March 11th. There isnt a better time to remind ourselves of the importance of having working smoke alarms in our homes at all times, said State Fire Marshal Larry Matkaitis. Something as simple as testing a smoke alarms efficiency and replacing outdated batteries offers some peace of mind for our families in the event of a fire. | | | | Date Created: | 03 08 2012 | | | | Agency ID: | 197**12 | | | | ISL ID: | 000000041595 Original UID: 21456 FIRST WORD: The | |
| | | Title: | | | | | Volume/Number: | 2012 August 24 | | | | Issuing Agency: | | | | | Description: | The Office of the State Fire Marshal (OSFM) reminds campers to practice fire safety when using campfires. Fire safety is important when enjoying cooking, setting up campfires, or using lanterns outdoors. | | | | Date Created: | 08 24 2012 | | | | Agency ID: | 950**12 | | | | ISL ID: | 000000044817 Original UID: 24300 FIRST WORD: The | |
| | | Title: | | | | | Volume/Number: | 2013 January 23 | | | | Issuing Agency: | | | | | Description: | The Office of the State Fire Marshal (OSFM) urges Illinois residents to have working carbon monoxide alarms in their homes as a key safety element. Depending on the manufacturing, CO alarms reach end of life after an average of three years. Residents should pay attention to the distinct signals sent by carbon monoxide alarms when their life has expired. | | | | Date Created: | 01 23 2013 | | | | Agency ID: | 65**13 | | | | ISL ID: | 000000046443 Original UID: 25990 FIRST WORD: The | |
| | | Title: | | | | | Volume/Number: | 2012 January 19 | | | | Issuing Agency: | | | | | Description: | As a new year has started, the Office of the State Fire Marshal warns residents across the state to pay special attention to the distinct signals sent by carbon monoxide alarms when their life has expired. Frequently, people may believe that a beep coming out of their CO means its time for a battery change, when in fact it means that the device needs to be replaced. | | | | Date Created: | 01 19 2012 | | | | Agency ID: | 50**12 | | | | ISL ID: | 000000040563 Original UID: 20824 FIRST WORD: The | |
| | | Title: | | | | | Volume/Number: | 2012 June 28 | | | | Issuing Agency: | | | | | Description: | The Illinois Office of the State Fire Marshal (OSFM) today announced a special grant to be awarded to the University of Illinois Fire Service Institute (IFSI) to support training for young people exploring fire fighting careers. The $65,000 grant approved by Governor Pat Quinn will help fund the 2013 Explorer-Cadet Hands on Training School and one-day Fire Service Youth Skills Training Events to be held throughout the state. | | | | Date Created: | 06 28 2012 | | | | Agency ID: | 715**12 | | | | ISL ID: | 000000044443 Original UID: 23963 FIRST WORD: Office | |
| | | Title: | | | | | Volume/Number: | 2012 July 2 | | | | Issuing Agency: | | | | | Description: | The Office of the State Fire Marshal (OSFM) is warning residents of the heightened danger from fireworks due to overly dry ground conditions. Brush and other fires may be caused by the use of fireworks, as conditions worsen. | | | | Date Created: | 07 02 2012 | | | | Agency ID: | 732**12 | | | | ISL ID: | 000000044385 Original UID: 23914 FIRST WORD: State | |
| | | Title: | | | | | Volume/Number: | 2009 July 9 | | | | Issuing Agency: | | | | | Description: | Press release: State Fire Marshal David B. Foreman is urging Illinois residents to check their smoke detectors and to immediately discontinue use if they are the model that was recalled by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) earlier today. The CPSC recalled more than 90,000 smoke alarms that may not sound in case of a fire. | | | | Date Created: | 07 09 2009 | | | | Agency ID: | 1023**09 | | | | ISL ID: | 000000023129 Original UID: 11717 FIRST WORD: State | |
| | | Title: | | | | | Volume/Number: | 2012 April 16 | | | | Issuing Agency: | | | | | Description: | AURORA - The Office of the State Fire Marshal (OSFM), in partnership with the Illinois Fire Service Institute and Giant Steps, today announced a new training program for firefighters and emergency medical services (EMS) personnel to help better protect individuals with autism spectrum and related disorders. The new program, available online at no cost, helps first responders to recognize autism disorders during an emergency response and better understand techniques to communicate. The training also includes an award program, whereby Giant Steps shall provide acknowledgement to fire departments whose personnel obtain this training. | | | | Date Created: | 04 16 2012 | | | | Agency ID: | 379**12 | | | | ISL ID: | 000000042654 Original UID: 22183 FIRST WORD: State | |
| | | Title: | | | | | Volume/Number: | 2012 November 19 | | | | Issuing Agency: | | | | | Description: | As millions of families across the state prepare to celebrate Thanksgiving with a traditional feast, the Office of the State Fire Marshal (OSFM) reminds residents to exercise safety while cooking, especially when using turkey fryers. According to the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) Thanksgiving continues to be the leading day for home cooking fires in U.S., more than any other day of the year. | | | | Date Created: | 11 19 2012 | | | | Agency ID: | 1261**12 | | | | ISL ID: | 000000045924 Original UID: 25486 FIRST WORD: State | |
| | | Title: | | | | | Volume/Number: | 2011 December 8 | | | | Issuing Agency: | | | | | Description: | As we enter the holiday season, the Office of the Illinois State Fire Marshal urges residents to pay special attention to Christmas decorations to avoid any potential dangers. Christmas tree lights, old extension cords, and fresh cut trees without proper care could lead to fires and serious injuries. | | | | Date Created: | 12 08 2011 | | | | Agency ID: | 1380**11 | | | | ISL ID: | 000000039656 Original UID: 20220 FIRST WORD: State | |
| | | Title: | | | | | Volume/Number: | 2011 November 21 | | | | Issuing Agency: | | | | | Description: | The Office of the State Fire Marshal reminds residents to exercise caution and use basic safety practices during cooking as Thanksgiving holiday approaches. According to the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) Thanksgiving continues to be the leading day for home cooking fires in U.S. each year. | | | | Date Created: | 11 21 2011 | | | | Agency ID: | 1313**11 | | | | ISL ID: | 000000039487 Original UID: 20035 FIRST WORD: State | |
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