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Massachusetts Department of Fire Services @massdfs.bsky.social · 12h

#TechRescue Tuesday: The Mass Fire Academy recently delivered its Rope Rescue: Operational Level course at #WestminsterMA FD. Firefighters from across the state developed a strong foundation for performing rescue ops in low- and high-angle environments, lowering and hauling systems, and more.

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Massachusetts Department of Fire Services @massdfs.bsky.social · 1d

Yes! We recommend switching out the alkaline backup batteries in hardwired smoke alarms twice a year to be on the safe side. The alarm itself should be replaced after 10 years because the sensors degrade over time.

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Massachusetts Department of Fire Services @massdfs.bsky.social · 2d

It's not too late! If you didn't change the batteries in your #SmokeAlarms and #CarbonMonoxide alarms yesterday, you can do it today. While you're at it, check the manufacturing date on the back. Replace smoke alarms after 10 years and CO alarms after 5, 7, or 10 years depending on the model.

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Massachusetts Department of Fire Services @massdfs.bsky.social · 2d

DFS #Hazmat techs and Special Operations staff recently supported #SandwichMA FD at the scene of a possible chemical hazard. From specialized training, tools, and meters to hot coffee and dry socks, DFS resources are always available to support our local partners.

Massachusetts Department of Fire Services @massdfs.bsky.social · 6d

DFS #Hazmat techs recently took part in an exercise to simulate the Massachusetts response to an emergency at Seabrook nuclear power plant. With MEMA, the Red Cross, and other partners, they drilled on Reception Center operations that would assist first responders and the public.

Massachusetts Department of Fire Services @massdfs.bsky.social · 6d

The chill is setting in! If you're using a space heater, please do it safely -- always plug it directly into a wall outlet, not an extension cord or power strip, and keep it at least three feet from curtains, bedding, or anything else that might burn: ow.ly/bynq50XisZT

Plug space heaters into a wall outlet, not an extension cord or power strip

Massachusetts Department of Fire Services @massdfs.bsky.social · 9d

#DaylightSavingTime ends next week! When you #FallBack this year, check your alarms when you change your clocks. The manufacturing date is printed on the back. Replace alarms that are out of date and replace alkaline batteries in alarms that use them: ow.ly/K8QQ50TR42s

Massachusetts Department of Fire Services @massdfs.bsky.social · 14d

A little rain didn't deter the Massachusetts Telecommunicator Emergency Response Task Force from visiting DFS for a tour, an overview of our Special Operations capabilities, and their regular meeting. Want to learn more about TERT? Visit www.mass.gov/tert-telecom...!

Massachusetts Department of Fire Services @massdfs.bsky.social · 15d

#TechRescue Tuesday: The Massachusetts Firefighting Academy's Technical Rescue Group recently delivered its Trench Rescue Technician course at #AndoverMA Fire Rescue. About 20 firefighters from across the state trained for these high-risk rescue scenarios. Great work by students & instructors!

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Massachusetts Department of Fire Services @massdfs.bsky.social · 16d

Happy #Diwali to all our friends who celebrate! If you plan to use candles or diyas to observe the holiday, please do it safely. Keep anything that can burn at least one foot away. And always extinguish them before you leave the room or go to sleep! Learn more about candle safety: ow.ly/WU3950Q5CbN

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Massachusetts Department of Fire Services @massdfs.bsky.social · 16d

State Fire Marshal Davine joined Chief Breen, Mayor Ballantyne, and the @cityofsomerville.bsky.social Fire Department this weekend for the opening of their new firehouse in Assembly Square. This modern station will help firefighters protect the city while protecting their occupational health.

Massachusetts Department of Fire Services @massdfs.bsky.social · 19d

Have you seen the latest edition of the All Hands Herald? Our magazine for the Massachusetts fire service has features on the tragic Gabriel House fire, 25 years of Special Operations, Fire Academy history, and more! Visit www.mass.gov/doc/septembe....

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Massachusetts Department of Fire Services @massdfs.bsky.social · 21d

The DFS Joint Hazard Incident Response Team, Special Operations staff, and State Police Fire & Explosion Investigation Unit recently assisted #WarehamMA FD as they investigated an explosion in a home. These teams regularly train together to ensure cohesion at complex responses like this one.

Bomb techs at an explosion investigation

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Massachusetts Department of Fire Services @massdfs.bsky.social · 22d

#TechRescue Tuesday: 20+ firefighters from across the state took part in the Mass Fire Academy's 7th Structural Collapse Recue Technician Course, held at our Bridgewater campus. Great work by all our students! Thank you to our instructors and support staff for making it possible!

Massachusetts Department of Fire Services @massdfs.bsky.social · 27d

The smoke alarm in State Fire Marshal Davine's hand was recovered at the scene of a fire where two adults and three children perished. It had no batteries. Please be sure you have working smoke alarms on every level of your home. Choose alarms w/ sealed, 10-year batteries so they can't be disabled.

Massachusetts Department of Fire Services @massdfs.bsky.social · 28d

Yesterday, the Westborough Fire Department hosted State Fire Marshal Davine and fire chiefs from across Massachusetts for a press conference reminding residents to replace smoke alarms after 10 years. Read more and watch the event: ow.ly/faUy50X82yr

Massachusetts Department of Fire Services @massdfs.bsky.social · 29d

#TechRescue Tuesday: The Mass Fire Academy recently delivered its Trench Rescue Technician course at the #BurlingtonMA Fire Department. FFs from as far west as Springfield engaged in classroom instruction and practical exercises to prepare for these dangerous and challenging scenarios.

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Massachusetts Department of Fire Services @massdfs.bsky.social · 29d

#OTD in 1971, the Legislature approved Ch. 842 of the Acts of 1971, establishing the Fire Training Council and, in what was then the Division of Occupational Education, "a training school for firefighters to be known as the Massachusetts Firefighting Academy." We've grown a lot since then!

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Massachusetts Department of Fire Services @massdfs.bsky.social · Oct 6

Thank you to @massgovernor.bsky.social for proclaiming Oct. 5-11 as #FirePreventionWeek in Massachusetts! This year's theme is "Charge into Fire Safety: Lithium-Ion Batteries in Your Home." Choose, use, & recycle these batteries safely: www.mass.gov/info-details...

Massachusetts Department of Fire Services @massdfs.bsky.social · Oct 2

The Mass Fire Academy recently delivered its #Flashover Simulator prop to #EasthamptonMA FD. Firefighters received classroom instruction on the characteristics of flashover -- when all combustible materials in a room ignite simultaneously -- followed by live fire evolutions.

Massachusetts Department of Fire Services @massdfs.bsky.social · Oct 2

October is #BreastCancerAwarenessMonth. A recent survey showed that breast cancer accounted for more than 25% of cancer diagnoses among women firefighters. DFS offers free mammograms and other cancer screenings for eligible firefighters: learn more at https://ow.ly/C8Is50To5MQ

Massachusetts Department of Fire Services @massdfs.bsky.social · Oct 1

On this date in 1964, Boston Fire Lt. John McCorkle, Lt. John Geswell, FF Robert Clougherty, FF Francis Murphy, & FF James Sheedy made the ultimate sacrifice at a five-alarm fire on Trumbull St. Read more: https://www.firehero.org/2021/10/25/memorial-monday-boston-toy-factory-fire/

Massachusetts Department of Fire Services @massdfs.bsky.social · Sep 30

#TechRescue Tuesday: The Mass Fire Academy's Technical Rescue Program recently delivered a Water Rescue course for members of the Southeastern Mass Technical Rescue Team. Firefighters practiced shore-based & in-water rescues. Great work by our students! Thank you to our instructors & support staff!

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Massachusetts Department of Fire Services @massdfs.bsky.social · Sep 29

Greetings from Rehab 7 on #NationalCoffeeDay!

Massachusetts Department of Fire Services @massdfs.bsky.social · Sep 26

Thank you Governor Maura Healey, EOPSS, Chief Purcell from #WestboroughMA FD & FCAM, and all who attended today's ceremony opening the new burn building. Not quite the weather we were hoping for, but the Crib team came through with a great demo! More: https://ow.ly/BNh850X2sUn