by Michael McLeieer | Jan 12, 2022 | Uncategorized
As the temperatures drop, people tend to resort to using space heaters and other methods to heat their homes and businesses, but they need to play it safe and prevent a home fire. MSFA Past President Michael McLeieer, president and founder of E.S.C.A.P.E., spoke with...
by Michael McLeieer | Sep 17, 2021 | Memorial
2021 marks the 40th Michigan Firemen’s Memorial Service at the East Robinson Lake Road memorial site. Michigan State Firemen’s Association Past President Paul Wayco spoke with 9&10 News Reporter Madison Schlegel about this year’s special service...
by msfa1875 | Jul 1, 2021 | Department Spotlight
The Lake City Fire Department in Missaukee County was originally formed in 1915 and in late 2009 the City of Lake City along with Lake Township decided to restructure the fire department and as a result the new Lake City Area Fire Department was formed. The fire...
by Michael McLeieer | Apr 19, 2021 | Training
The Michigan Mutual Aid Box Alarm System will hold its Spring Webinar on Wednesday April 21, 2021 from 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. via Zoom. There is no cost to register and attend. EMS Continuing Education Credits are available: 1 EMS Operations (AM Session) 1 EMS...
by Michael McLeieer | Apr 9, 2021 | Training
Upcoming Free Training Opportunities April / May 2021 Your Michigan State Firemen’s Association is pleased to announce the National Volunteer Fire Council and Emergency Services Rescue Training, Inc. are offering the following free training opportunities. Click...
by Michael McLeieer | Apr 8, 2021 | NVFC, Training
The Michigan State Firemen’s Association in partnership with the National Volunteer Fire Council proudly presents: Changing the Fire Service Culture: Essential Strategies for Success Saturday May 22, 2021 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. To register for...
by Michael McLeieer | Mar 26, 2021 | FDIC
FDIC announced this afternoon that the upcoming FDIC International, scheduled to take place on August 19-24, 2021 at the Indiana Convention Center & Lucas Oil Stadium will now take place August 2-7, 2021. For more information, visit:...
by Michael McLeieer | Mar 24, 2021 | Uncategorized
The following is the testimony regarding the Proposed Rules, 2019-211LR today, Wednesday March 24, 2021 beginning at 11:00 a.m. EDT via Zoom by MSFA Immediate Past President Michael McLeieer. The link to today’s video hearing is located here. (Please note: ...
by Michael McLeieer | Mar 20, 2021 | FEMA
The COVID-19 pandemic has brought overwhelming grief to many families. At FEMA, the mission is to help people before, during and after disasters. We are dedicated to helping ease some of the financial stress and burden caused by the virus. Under the Coronavirus...
by Michael McLeieer | Mar 16, 2021 | NVFC
Heather Schafer, the National Volunteer Fire Council’s (NVFC) chief executive officer, passed away suddenly on March 15. Heather had helmed the organization, which also marked its 45th anniversary on March 15, for 27 years and the NVFC saw dramatic growth and...
