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WEBINAR - Type II Building Construction & Commercial Sprinkler Systems

Tomorrow Night - Aug, 16th @ 1830hrs EDTWebinar - "Building Construction & Sprinkler Systems," featuring Chief Mike Terpak (building construction) and Capt. E.J. Henninger (Sprinkler Systems)Tickets are $20 and net proceeds with benefit our Brothers and Sisters in dire need.This is YOUR chance to learn from two excellent trainers, then take it home and share what you have learned with your colleagues in YOUR department.AND....You can win one of our two grand prizes:1. A complete,…See More

Aug 15

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NEXT TUESDAY-AUG. 16TH - "Building Constuction & Sprinker Systems

#firefighting #firefighters #training #tactics #big_box #sprinkler_systems #FDC #risers #pumps #flow See More

Aug 8

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Do You Know Why Building Types and Sprinkler Systems Are IMPORTANT?!?!?

The "fire service..." Those words excite many of us and/or, it scares others away. And that can encompass all manner of frightening thoughts, both in our hearts and minds! Our webinars are similar to the cartoons we watched as kids, where everything stops, except for those in the photos.Sure, it's summer-time, but that doesn't necessarily mean we stop doing what defines as as firefighters, and part of that is "learning." With that said, we invite you to join us on Tuesday, Aug. 16th at 6:30 PM…See More

Aug 1

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Learn About Building Types and Sprinkler Systems

We are just over 2 weeks away from our webinar with Chief Mike Terpak, who will discuss building types, especially Type II, common "big-box" stores and Capt. E.J. Henninger, who has been a sprinkler and fire prevention engineer for over 20 years! And know, that when you purchase a ticket to our webinars, you are helping us help our Brothers, Sisters and/or families, in dire need! Please check out our flyer below and grab your ticket. At the end of the discussion, we'll hold two drawings for our…See More

Jul 29

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Do You Know Why Building Types and Sprinkler Systems Are IMPORTANT?!?!?

Hey YOU! Do you know how a sprinkler system works? No! Not the one watering your grass! We're talking about a COMMERCIAL sprinkler system, like in an office or other commercial structure. Do you know how much water you need to feed from the FDC? Do you even know what an FDC is?!?!?Do you know the difference between Type I, Type II or Type III buildings? Do you have "big-box" stores, like club markets, huge grocery stores, etc., in your district? Have you pre-planned them? Have you practiced IN…See More

Jul 25

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WEBINAR - "Sprinklers and Type II Buildings"

Summertime!! Who doesn't? Of course, as firefighters, while there is vacation time, our duties and responsibilities cannot wane. We must make our shifts, respond on calls, etc.Now, it's no secret that we often procrastinate in making decisions, buying tickets, etc.! However, if you want to learn about building construction, especially the "big-box" store types, from one…See More

Jul 20

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What do YOU know about building construction types?

Do you know the difference in building types. i.e. Type I or Type II? Will the "type" change the way you will fight this fire? Have you pre-planned or visited these buildings?And, how much do you know about sprinkler systems that protect some of the buildings in your community? What's a riser? Ever see the phone TV magic where, the hero uses his cigar lighter to set off a sprinkler and they ALL go off?Look you probably know something about the issues we raised above, but there is always MORE to…See More

Jul 16

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New Webinar - "Building Construction & Sprinkler Systems"

Your dream came true. You successfully graduated from the Academy and posted at the station you looked forward too. You like the job and its been three years, but sometimes it feels just like rote. You want more...more to learn, more to do and more to share! YOU like a challenge!Then please join us on August 16th at 6:30 PM EDT, to learn from two experts, on two very important topics - building construction (especially Type II) and how important it is to know your community and allow the…See More

Jul 11

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What Do You Know About Buillding Construction Types & Sprinkler ystems?

Are you a firefighter, eager to learn more about building construction and how it affects our job? What do you know about sprinkler systems, risers, etc.?Join us on August 16th at 6:30 PM for our webinar noted below.You will building construction from one of best instructors on this topic, Chief Mike Terpak. And Capt. E.J. Henninger, who is a professional sprinkler system engineer, will teach you what you need to know.Tickets are available NOW for $20. Net proceeds will benefit our Brothers and…See More

Jul 8

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"Visit https://Bit.ly/Sprinklers_and_Buildings for tix to our next webinar on 8/16 at 6:30 PM EDT! Two prizes from Lifescan & ResponderWipes"

Jul 5

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WEBINAR TICKETS NOW ON SALE:

NOW ON SALE! Tickets for our upcoming webinar, "Building Construction & Sprinkler Systems," with Chief Mike Terpak and Capt. E.J. Henninger on August 16th at 6:30 PM ET Just aim your camera or reader at the QR code below and you'll be whisked directly to our ticket sales page on our host, Eventbrite! Don't use QR Codes? Then just visit…See More

Jul 1

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WEBINAR - "Sprinklers and Type II Buildings"

Tickets on sale at 12:01AM ET TONIGHT!!!Look, most of us have some brand of "big-box" store, either in our district or nearby. Are you aware of at least two major fires at these type of stores in the last 18-24 months? Do you know what to do? Visited? Pre-plan?This webinar is an excellent opportunity for you to learn what may not have been covered in your training. Two well-experienced guests, Chief (ret) Mike Terpak from Jersey City (Deputy Chief) & Capt. E.J. Henninger, who designs…See More

Jun 30

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WEBINAR - "Sprinklers and Type II Buildings"

Tickets On Sale Friday 7/1 at 12:01 AM ET"Sprinklers & Buildings" WebinarWith Chief Mike Terpak and Capt. E.J. HenningerAugust 16, 2022 - 6:30 PM"Big-Box" stores have not fared will in the last few years. Multiple units suffered major damages and loss, even though they were sprinklered! Learn from our well-learned presenters information, tactics and more, that you can take back and share with your department.Net proceeds go to benefit the 5-Alarm Task Force Corp.'s Foundation which provides…See More

Jun 27

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New Webinar - "Building Construction & Sprinkler Systems"

We are proud to announce our second webinar of 2022:"Building Construction & Sprinkler Systems," on Tuesday, august 16th at 6:00 PM EDT. Tickets go on sale on July 1st at 12:01 AM EDT, at $20 per ticket. Net proceeds with benefit the 5-Alarm Task Force Corp.'s Foundation Account, which is used to provide immediate financial assistance to our Brothers and Sisters, and/or their families, in dire need.Presenters will be Chief (ret) Mike Terpak and Capt. E.J. Henninger. As it turns out, besides…See More

Jun 20

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"Episode 6-22 with Ryan Johnston, as we discuss his cardiac episode and correct ladder placement on college campuses. http://Bit.ly/5-ATFC"

Apr 20

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5-Alarm Task Force Corp. commented on 5-Alarm Task Force Corp.'s blog post We're Just Two Days Away From the "FIRE BEHAVIOR & READING SMOKE" Webinar

"Thanks for joining us, Tomas. We hope that you both enjoyed it and learned from it! Thank you for your support of our nonprofit foundation to benefit our Brothers and Sisters. Stay Safe and Stay Well! Steve Greene, President 5-Alarm Task Force Corp."

Apr 14

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What State do you live in?: FL

Type of Organization: Other

Job Function: EMT/Paramedic, Firefighter/Driver Operator

Years in Fire/EMS:: 8

Years With Department/Agency: 8

Web Site:: http://www.5-AlarmTaskForceCorp.org

Other Past or Current Departments and Organizations: Guilford College Fire Dept.. NC 1977-1981
DeWitt Fire Dept.. NY 1981-1985
American Red Cross, Framingham MA 1965-1970

My Training:: Basic Firefighter
Hydraulics & Pump Operator
High Level Rescue
Non-Profit Operations, Leadership Training, Fundraising

About Me:: Retired, partially disabled former firefighter who has always remained connected to the fire service. President of the nonprofit, 5-Alarm Task Force Corp.org. Our mission: One Family, One Mission, First Responders Helping Each Other.
We provide financial assistance to our Brothers and Sisters and/or their families, in dire need.

Day Job:: Retired

Relationship Status:: Married

Facebook or Other Online Profile:: http://www.facebook.com/StevenSGreene

Why I Joined Fire/EMS: I've always loved the fire service. I grew up in the Boston area and visited many stations around the city and in the city. But there were no volunteer departments in the area. Thus, I devoted myself to the Red Cross. When I moved to NC it just so happened that there was a combination department just a half mile down the street, but I didn't know that. I walked in one day when the bay doors were open, just to look at the apparatus. An hour later, I walked out with an application and a polite request that I shave off my beard!

Why I Love Fire/EMS: It's who we are and it's what we do.

Top Issues Facing Responders:: The two major issues today both deal with firefighter health. First, we have the Firefighter Fight Cancer initiative. With all the toxins and carcinogens that we face daily, it is taking far too high a toll on our personnel. The second issue is firefighter fitness. And this initiative must be applied across the board, from the probie to the chief and to every career, volunteer or paid-on-call firefighter. We are losing far too many firefighters, YOUNG firefighters, to preventable health issues. We MUST break this cycle!