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Welcome to the NCCFMA
Fire and it's effects have forever changed the landscape of the North Carolina Fire Service. At the same time, fire has also brought about many changes to county and municipal fire services regarding code enforcement and public fire education.
The association is made up of fire service and building inspections professionals across the state who serve the residents and visitors of the one-hundred counties of North Carolina in county government of each county. These personnel are members of fire departments, fire marshal offices, and building inspection departments throughout the state.
The association brings together those members who serve the better good of our citizens and visitors making North Carolina a safer place to live, work, and play. This is accomplished by regular meetings and communication to keep our members abreast of new developments in the areas of code enforcement, building construction, and fire protection issues facing both the fire service and the public at large.
If you are employed by a county fire marshal's office, or building department and would like to become a member of this great organization, just click on the MEMBERSHIP link above You may fill out the form and email to start the process of becoming a member. Thanks for your interest and we look forward to having you as a member.
Governor Perdue today launched www.NCRecovery.gov, a guide to services of the newly created Office of Economic Recovery & Investment. NCRecovery.gov will let visitors track federal recovery funds in North Carolina, as well as learn about local contract and grant opportunities.
"I am committed to providing the people of North Carolina with a simple-to-navigate guide that is efficient, transparent and accountable,” Perdue said. “I want the people of North Carolina to understand exactly how the money will be used to put North Carolina back to work.”
The website will serve as a resource on the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act, its impact on North Carolina and information about the state Office of Economic Recovery and Investment. In the upcoming weeks, visitors will be able to track recovery money as it is spent, suggest projects for funding and learn how to apply for contracts and grants that may be available.
Enforcement of the 2009 codes is scheduled to be phased between January 1, 2009 and July 1, 2009. During this 6-month period, either the 2006 or the 2009 code can be used. After July 1st, only the 2009 North Carolina code will be in effect. The appropriate edition needs to be identified on the construction documents, most notably in the Appendix B (2006/2009 North Carolina Administrative Code and Policies) information. ICC is currently accepting online orders for the Energy Conservation, Fire, Fuel Gas, Mechanical and Plumbing Codes. The Administrative, Building and Residential Codes will be also available soon for online orders.
Except for the Electrical Code, the certification tests will be based on the 2009 NC Codes beginning on July 1st. Current Electrical certifications are already based on the 2008 NC Electrical Code. Click here for more information.
Computer Based Certification Testing
NCOSFM will begin computer based certification testing at approved testing centers.
All jurisdictions in NC will be receiving notification from the State Fire Marshal's Office in the mail over the next few weeks with information on how to obtain one complete free PDF copy of the 2009 NCIBC Volumes. The notification will contain a website address and instructions on how to perform the download. For more information contact the NCOSFM, Engineering & Codes Section at 800-634-7854.
We have just been advised that all fuel cans manufactured after Jan. 1, 2009 must have a spring loaded or equivalent seal on the spout. Existing cans are allowed to be used and sold until all stocks are depleted. The EPA ruling states:
The NCCFMA would like to invite you to join theNCFireMarshal's Yahoo Group. This group was established for members to network, pass along information, ask and discuss questions to other members of the NCCFMA and NCFMA about topics important in the world of Fire Prevention, Inspection, Investigation and Emergency Management.
Membership is open to any County or City fire department personnel. If you would like to join this group please click here.
International Residential Fire Sprinkler Coalition
About IRC Fire Sprinkler Coalition
Founded in 2007, the IRC Fire Sprinkler Coalition has grown to include more than 100 regional, national and international public safety organizations, including associations representing 44 states, all of which support the mission of promoting residential fire sprinkler systems as a standard feature in new home construction.The Coalition was formed to educate public policymakers on the value of residential sprinkler systems and to support related legislation.
Firefighters are exposed to dangers and risks every day of their working lives, but one risk that few people consider is their heightened risk of exposure to asbestos. Asbestos, a naturally occurring mineral that was used in construction for decades during the 1900s, is a known carcinogen that increases the risk of many types of cancer. It also causes serious respiratory diseases and disorders, including asbestosis, pleural plaques and pleural fibrosis. For more up to date information on asbestos exposure and the health risks associated with it, please visit the Mesothelioma Center.
Click here for more information on this serious health risk to firefighters.
Click here to download a larger image of the asbestos hazards found in the home diagram.
