by Michael McLeieer | Aug 29, 2019 | Uncategorized
Well it’s been a long rainy spring so far this year. Hope all is well with everyone. I would like to start out talking about the conference we had last month. Terry Blackmer and his conference committee put on an outstanding conference. The Bavarian Inn and Bavarian...
by Michael McLeieer | Oct 4, 2018 | Uncategorized
It’s National Fire Prevention Week. The Genesee County Association of Fire Chiefs produced a series of 15 second public service announcements promoting the 2018 Fire Prevention Week theme “Look. Listen. Learn. Be aware. Fire can happen anywhere”. ...
by Michael McLeieer | Sep 2, 2018 | Uncategorized
With the Labor Day holiday weekend upon us, it’s a popular time for outdoor grilling. It’s one of the most popular ways to cook food, however, a grill placed too close to anything that can burn is a fire hazard. A grill can also be very hot, causing burn...
by Michael McLeieer | Sep 1, 2018 | Uncategorized
The September issue of Firehouse Magazine features the 2018 Fire Service Health and Safety Report. This 32-page supplement emphasizes the value of a progressive, safety-focused fire service culture, and provides information and resources to help firefighters implement...
by Michael McLeieer | Aug 16, 2018 | Uncategorized
While some will still say they don’t have time for Community Risk Reduction, especially in a volunteer fire department, The Mackinac Island Fire Department is leading the charge in reviewing data and taking action to eliminate needless responses to witnessed false...
by Michael McLeieer | Jul 30, 2018 | Uncategorized
Fire safety is important, even when you are away from home. Vacations and business travel make hotels and motels our home away from home. It is just as important to be prepared and know what you would do in a hotel/motel emergency as it is in your own home. Here are...
by Michael McLeieer | Jun 26, 2018 | Uncategorized
Join Chief Tiger Schmittendorf as he delivers his FDIC presentation “From the XBOX to the Box Alarm Live”, an offline conversation about today’s online generation. During the afternoon, Chief Schmittendorf will talk about how to safely respond to...
by Michael McLeieer | Jun 4, 2018 | Uncategorized
If you are a fire department leader, architect or local government official, please download this guide: Safety and Health Considerations for the Design of Fire and Emergency Medical Services Stations. It will assist you in your efforts to design a safe, healthy and...
by Michael McLeieer | Mar 9, 2018 | Uncategorized
The Morning Show with Ken Lanphear on WKZO AM 590 and FM 106.9 talks with Firefighter Michael McLeieer of E.S.C.A.P.E. and the Michigan State Firemen’s Association about a new statewide campaign that will prevent home fires, connect families with resources and...
by Michael McLeieer | Mar 8, 2018 | Uncategorized
When was the last time you checked your smoke alarm? Since January 1st, Michigan has experienced 25 fire fatalities and remains a leading state for home fire deaths. These deaths have occurred in homes that did not have working smoke alarms. E.S.C.A.P.E. Fire Safety...
