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FDNY Close Up
Get a look inside the FDNY with this video series, highlighting the work of the Department’s highly-trained professionals.
 Watch Episode Four: Special Operations Command
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EMS Members Rescue Four from Home Filled with CO
Members of the FDNY’s Emergency Medical Service (EMS) saved the lives of four people on Feb. 7, who were suffering from severe carbon monoxide (CO) poisoning in their Brooklyn home.
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Ladder 128 Celebrates 100 Years
Members past and present gathered on the apparatus floor of Ladder 128 in Long Island City on Feb. 5 to celebrate a milestone - the company’s centennial.
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FDNY EMS Members Save a Family of Five from CO Exposure in Queens
They responded to a call for a child having a seizure, but FDNY EMTs Sharon Chase-McLean and Giovanni Caballero ended up saving a family of five from carbon monoxide (CO) exposure in Queens on Feb. 5.
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Six Staff Chiefs Promoted
Six staff chiefs - with more than 190 years of experience - were promoted during a ceremony at FDNY Headquarters on Feb. 4, including the official swearing in of Chief of Department Edward Kilduff.
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Members of Engine 37 Help Deliver Baby in Harlem
Two firefighters from Engine 37 who helped a Harlem mother deliver one of her twins early on the morning of Feb. 3 were reunited with the grateful mom at her bedside at Harlem Hospital.
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Fire Commissioner Speaks at Staten Island Rotary Luncheon
Fire Commissioner Salvatore Cassano spoke at the Staten Island Rotary luncheon on Feb. 2, at the Li Greci’s Staaten.
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Astronaut Gives Flag Flown in Space to the National 9/11 Memorial and Museum
NASA Astronaut Mike Massimino donated an American flag that was carried on the Shuttle Atlantis to the National 9/11 Memorial and Museum on Jan. 28 on behalf of all those who died on Sept. 11, 2001
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77 New EMTs Join the FDNY’s Emergency Medical Service
It was standing room only at the FDNY Academy on Jan. 27, as 77 new EMTs joined the FDNY’s Emergency Medical Service.
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Mayor Bloomberg Honors Members of the USAR Team
Mayor Michael Bloomberg recognized the members of the Urban Search and Rescue (USAR) team, New York Task Force 1, at City Hall on Jan. 26, commending them for their hard work in Haiti.
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Urban Search and Rescue Team Rings Opening Bell at New York Stock Exchange
Members of the Urban Search and Rescue (USAR) team, New York Task Force 1, rang the opening bell at the New York Stock Exchange on Jan. 26.
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FDNY Bone Marrow Donors Honored
Two FDNY members got the opportunity to meet their bone marrow recipients during the emotional Honor Roll of Life ceremony at FDNY Headquarters. Ten others, who donated life-saving bone marrow and stem cells in 2009, were added to the Honor Roll plaque during the sixth annual ceremony with the New York Blood Center (NYBC).
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Members of the FDNY’s USAR Team Return from Haiti
Members of the FDNY’s USAR team, part of New York Task Force 1 arrived at New York’s John F. Kennedy Airport on Jan. 23, after spending more than a week in Port-au-Prince, Haiti.
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Update: FDNY and NYPD Members of NY Task Force 1 Rescue Two Children in Haiti
Members of USAR NY Task Force 1 rescued two children from a collapsed building in Port-au-Prince, Haiti, on Jan. 19.
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FDNY Helps Launch ABC 7’s Annual Operation 7 Save-A-Life Campaign
The FDNY joined ABC 7, New York Presbyterian Hospital, Kidde, New Jersey Fire Department, Fireman’s Association of the State of New York, Toyota and Home Depot to launch the Operation 7 Save-A-Life campaign on Jan. 20 at the ESPN Zone in Manhattan.
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EMTs Rescue Five from Carbon Monoxide-Filled Residence in Queens
Members of the EMS Command responded to a call for a sick female on Jan. 19 and ended up saving the lives of five people when they discovered the family’s home had high levels of carbon monoxide (CO).
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FDNY Search and Rescue Team in Haiti
The FDNY’s Urban Search and Rescue (USAR) team, as part of NY Task Force 1, helped rescue five people, who were buried under rubble in Port-au-Prince, Haiti.
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FDNY Fire Marshals Arrest Two on Charges of Arson
FDNY fire marshals arrested two men on charges of arson in connection with the fifth-alarm fire in the Bronx on Dec. 21.
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FDNY’s Urban Search and Rescue Team Deploys for Relief Efforts in Haiti
Forty-two members of the FDNY’s Urban Search and Rescue (USAR) team were deployed to Haiti on Jan. 14, to assist with the relief efforts following the magnitude 7 earthquake that occurred on Jan. 12.
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Donations for Victims of the Earthquake in Haiti
All FDNY employees wishing to assist the relief efforts in Haiti are encouraged call 311 to learn how they can help. You will be directed to reputable organizations, like the American Red Cross, that will assist you in helping those who need it most.
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FDNY Annual Report on CDA Inspections
Over the past two years, the New York City Fire Department has made great improvements in the inspection, monitoring and oversight of buildings under construction, demolition or abatement (CDA) in order to maintain the utmost safety at these sites. A report outlining each of these improvements recently was submitted to the Manhattan District Attorney’s office.
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Salvatore Cassano Sworn in as Department’s 32nd Fire Commissioner
Edward Kilduff was sworn in as the Department’s 34th Chief of Department - the agency’s highest ranking uniform position - on Jan. 13, during a ceremony at FDNY Headquarters.
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Fire Commissioner Salvatore J. Cassano Appoints Edward S. Kilduff Chief of Department
Fire Commissioner Salvatore J. Cassano today announced the appointment of Edward S. Kilduff as the FDNY’s Chief of Department - the highest-ranking uniformed position in the agency. Chief Kilduff, a 32-year veteran who has served as Brooklyn Borough Commander since August of 2004, will become the 34th Chief of Department in the agency’s 145-year history. His appointment is effective today. He succeeds Commissioner Cassano, who served as Chief of Department for nearly four years prior to being named Fire Commissioner.
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Salvatore Cassano Sworn in as Department’s 32nd Fire Commissioner
Salvatore Cassano was sworn in as the Department’s 32nd Fire Commissioner by Mayor Michael Bloomberg on Jan. 11..
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NYC Recorded Fewest Fire Deaths in More Than 90 Years for 2009
Mayor Michael R. Bloomberg and Fire Commissioner Salvatore J. Cassano on Jan. 11 announced that 2009 was a banner year for New York City, as the FDNY recorded the fewest fire deaths in more than 90 years.
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FDNY Emergency Medical Service Promotes Eight
In his first official event as Fire Commissioner, Salvatore Cassano presided over a promotions ceremony for eight members of the FDNY’s Emergency Medical Service, including two chiefs and six lieutenants.
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New York City Fire Department’s 2008-2009 Annual Report
The Annual Report details service and program highlights for 2008-2009.
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FDNY Partners with NYC Service and NY Sports Clubs to Launch FDNY CPR to GO Program
The FDNY partnered with NYC Service and New York Sports Clubs on Jan. 6 to launch FDNY CPR to Go, a program that offers free CPR classes at gym locations throughout the five boroughs.
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Firefighters Apprehend Alleged Perp in Manhattan
Firefighters Brian Madison and James Welch from Ladder 7 saved the day for a man in Manhattan on Jan. 3, when they apprehended a man who allegedly broke into his car and stole his GPS Navigation System.
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New Quarters Dedicated for Rescue 3
Firefighters at Rescue 3 got a gift for New Years, as their new quarters officially were opened in the Bronx on Dec. 31.
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Four Firefighters Receive NYS Honorary Fire Chiefs Association Scholarships
This year, four FDNY firefighters will not only be known as the ‘Bravest,’ they will also be known as the City’s smartest as they received New York State Honorary Fire Chiefs Association (NYSHFCA) scholarship awards on Dec. 30.
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23 Members of the Fire Service Promoted
Dozens of FDNY members descended upon the Fire Academy on Dec. 30 to watch as 23 members of the fire service were promoted, including the first time ever a father and son were promoted in the same ceremony.
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Off-duty EMT Saves Elmhurst Hospital Police Officer
Off-duty EMT Jack Lin from Station 49 performed CPR on Officer Esposito moments after the man collapsed and went into cardiac arrest, saving his life.
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Firefighters Rescue Two from Brooklyn Fire
Firefighters gave one family a wonderful holiday gift on Dec. 23, when they rescued a father and his adult daughter from an apartment in Brooklyn.
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FDNY on Good Morning America
Lt. Anthony Mancuso, Director of the Fire Safety Education Unit, and Firefighters Edward Long and Hisham Tawfiq from Engine 69 visited the set of Good Morning America on Dec. 23 to promote holiday fire safety and donate to the show’s winter coat drive.
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Chief of Department Salvatore Cassano Appointed Next Fire Commissioner
Mayor Michael R. Bloomberg announced on Dec. 21 the appointment Chief of Department Salvatore J. Cassano as New York City’s 32nd Fire Commissioner. Chief Cassano, a 40-year veteran of the FDNY, is the Department’s highest-ranking uniformed officer, a position he has held since 2006.
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FDNY Civilian Receives Public Service Award
An FDNY member who works behind the scenes to promote safety was awarded for her outstanding efforts on Dec. 16, with a Hundred Year Association of New York Isaac Liberman Public Service Award. Kristin Eng, a Program Producer in the Department’s Audio/Visual unit, was one of only 10 civil servants across the city to receive the prestigious award.
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Members Carry on SI Burn Center Toy Drive in Memory of Lt. Ryan
Firefighters helped Santa give away Legos, radio-controlled cars, markers, soccer balls and even plastic fire trucks to dozens of smiling children at the Staten Island University Hospital’s Dr. Jerome L. Finkelstein Burn Center on Dec. 15. And it was all in memory of Lt. Robert J. Ryan of Engine 155, who died in the line of duty on Nov. 23, 2008.
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Certificate Of Registration For Filing Processors (Expeditors) is now available
This Certificate is required by the new Fire Code and needed when filing documents and plans to the FDNY.
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Application for Central Station Certificate of Operation is now available.
Application here
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Supervision of Salvage & Wrecking Facilities (P-53)
De-fueling at Salvage & Wrecking
facilities is now available.
COF Study Materials
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Supervision of Portable Fueled Space Heaters at Construction Sites (S-92)
The new test for Supervision of Portable Fueled Space Heaters at Construction Sites (S-92) is now available. This new test was created by the new NYC Fire Code for use at construction sites. Updated information is now available on the Study Material at this link.
COF Study Materials
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New COF Test for Fire Alarm Systems and other Related Systems (S-95)
The Study Material for the Certificate of Fitness examination for Supervision of Fire Alarm Systems and other Related Systems (S-95) is now available. Important information about this new test and how current Certificate of Fitness holders for Interior Fire Alarm Systems (F-90) are affected can be obtained by Clicking here.
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Hazardous Materials (C-91)
Information regarding Permits & COF Test for Hazardous Materials (C-91) is now available. The COF Study Material & Powerpoint Presentation is now available.
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Fumigation & Fogging Operations New COF Exam, & Company Applications
The FDNY has made available the new COF test mandated by the new Fire Code. This new COF
is required by any licensed applicator while performing ULV or Thermal Fogging or Fumigation
in NYC.
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Commercial Kitchen Exhaust System Cleaning Technician New COF Exam, Approved Companies & Company Applications
The FDNY made available the new COF test mandated by the new Fire Code. This new COF will be required in all 21,000+ eating establishments throughout NYC including restaurants, cafeterias, catering halls, etc.
To obtain the list of approved companies, company applications, Study Materials, and other important material
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Vital Statistics of 2009
Learn about initiatives, significant events and more in the Department's 2009 Vital Statistics.
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Fire Safety in Construction and Demolition
Mayor Bloomberg announced changes that will strengthen safety, oversight and coordination of construction, demolition and abatement operations in New York City.
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New Fire Code for New York City
The Fire Department’s four-year Fire Code Revision Project culminated on May 28, 2008, with the City Council’s enactment of a new Fire Code for New York City. The legislation, Local Law No. 26 of 2008, was signed by Mayor Bloomberg on June 3, 2008.
The new Fire Code takes effect on July 1, 2008. The text of the new Fire Code, Frequently Asked Questions, an Inquiry Form and other informative material can be viewed by clicking here.
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Natural Gas Fired Heaters in Sidewalk Cafes
New procedures and general information for Outdoor Natural gas fired heaters are now available.
FAQ
COF Study Materials
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FDNY Takes Part in International Resuscitation Trial
The FDNY is involved in an innovative study designed to improve cardiac arrest survival rates in New York City and throughout the world.
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FDNY Releases Terrorism and Disaster Preparedness Strategy
Fire Commissioner Nicholas Scoppetta announced the release of the first-ever FDNY Terrorism and Disaster Preparedness Strategy.
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Make A Difference - Learn CPR
The Mobile CPR Training Unit is designed and equipped to travel through out the five boroughs, and set-up classes where groups or organizations meet and provide training at no cost, day or evening.
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CERT Program
The Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) program is a federal program designed to train people to prepare for, respond to, and recover from emergency situations in their communities..
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BHS WTC Medical Monitoring and Treatment Program
Learn more about how FDNY members are being provided with the BHS WTC Medical Monitoring and Treatment Program.
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