04/23/2022
Evesham Township Professional Firefighters Association - IAFF Local 4687
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Representing New Jersey's IAFF Fire and EMS Professionals Since 1929 We are the hard working, loyal and dedicated professionals that comprise the Elected officers and Membership of the Professional Firefighters of New Jersey/IAFF, AFL-CIO
Operating as usual
04/21/2022
PFANJ President addressing a joint meeting of IAFF Local 2983 and IAFF Local 2958; North Plainfield Fire Officers and Firefighters.
North Plainfield Professional Firefighters, Local 2958
04/20/2022
Camden County IAFF Local 3249
04/17/2022
04/15/2022
Many thanks to Governor Phil Murphy and his leadership for hosting the IAFF and the PFANJ this evening at the Governor’s mansion. We were honored to be joined by President Ed Kelly & IAFF 1st District VP Jim Slevin.
Edward A. Kelly IAFF General President
Governor Phil Murphy
Tammy Murphy
International Association of Fire Fighters
04/14/2022
Remembering President Dominick Marino, may you continue to Rest In Peace.
Don Marino
04/13/2022
Robbinsville Professional Firefighters Association - IAFF Local 3786
04/13/2022
Plainsboro Professional Firefighters Association - Local 4954
04/11/2022
This week is designated as National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week.
The Professional Firefighters of New Jersey would like to recognize and thank all of the Public Safety Telecommunicators.
Thank you for all you do day in and day out. Thank you for being the voices behind the other end of the radio.
04/10/2022
Linwood Professional Firefighters L-4370
Pleasantville Fire Officers IAFF Local 4928
04/07/2022
Members of the PFANJ e-board, along with members from our Edison and Monroe locals, were proud to join Assemblyman Sterley Stanley this evening and support his campaign efforts. Assemblyman Stanley was the champion of our cancer screening bill which was signed into law a few months ago. We are proud to have worked with him from day 1 to bring this bill to reality.
Assemblyman Sterley Stanley
04/06/2022
Edison, NJ Firefighters IAFF Local 1197
The members of IAFF Local 3451 would like to congratulate Battalion Chief James Hook of the Edison Fire Department, who is working his last tour after 35 years of dedicated service. Tonight, a few of our members stopped by to wish Battalion Chief Hook a happy and healthy retirement. Congratulations!!
Edison, NJ Firefighters IAFF Local 1197
04/05/2022
Evesham Township Professional Firefighters Association - IAFF Local 4687
04/05/2022
New Bill Provides Workplace Protection for First Responders Dealing with PTSD
The Professional Firefighters Association of NJ has worked with the bill sponsors from day one to draft this PTSD legislation and move it through the legislature.
"The Professional Firefighters Association of NJ
has always made firefighter health and safety a
priority, including mental health," President McConlogue said. "1 in 5 firefighters suffer from PTSD and many will not seek out treatment due to the
stigma attached to it, or out of fear of losing
their job”.
Two bills advanced in the Senate to provide workplace protection for first responders dealing with PTSD. Another would raise retirement age for Chiefs.
04/05/2022
North Plainfield Professional Firefighters, Local 29582958
04/05/2022
Camden County IAFF Local 3249
04/05/2022
The PFANJ was honored to host Senate President Scutari and Assembly Speaker Coughlin this evening to discuss the legislative agenda of the PFANJ and first responders across New Jersey.
Senate President Nick Scutari
Speaker Craig J. Coughlin
04/01/2022
03/30/2022
Brigantine Professional Firefighters IAFF Local 2657
03/30/2022
DC Walter Clarke Final Walkout 3/30/22
Congratulations D/C Clarke, best wishes to you and your family on a well earned and deserved retirement. From all the members of the Professional Firefighters Association of New Jersey.
City of Elizabeth Fire Dept. DC Clarke’s final walkout after a successful 35 yr. career!
03/29/2022
03/23/2022
The Professional Firefighters Association of New Jersey send our condolences to the family, friends and the brothers and sisters of the Harrison Fire Department on the loss of Firefighter Vinny Doffont.
From BC Rich Gorman from Jersey City
"Honor Guard Groups to the front of Church at 1000"
Harrison Fire Department
03/21/2022
Obituary for Allison Jean Canzanella | Shore Point Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Inc.
The PFANJ is heartbroken to learn of the passing of Allison Canzanella, daughter of late PFANJ President Tom Canzanella. Our thoughts and prayers are with the Canzanella family, may she Rest In Peace.
Share memories & support the family
03/21/2022
The Professional Firefighters Association of New Jersey extends our deepest thoughts and sympathies to the PA State Police and the families of the two Troopers and civilian that were tragically killed in a crash early this morning on I-95.
On March 21, 2022 at approximately 0054 hrs, Troopers Martin F. Mack III and Branden T. Sisca, Troop K, Philadelphia, were dispatched to the report of an individual walking on I-95 South near Lincoln Financial Field. During the course of the investigation, both Troopers and the individual were struck by a passing vehicle and were killed.
Trooper Mack enlisted in the Pennsylvania State Police in November 2014. He was assigned to Troop K, Philadelphia at the time of his death. A graduate of the 141st Cadet class, Trooper Mack was 33 years old.
Trooper Sisca enlisted in the Pennsylvania State Police in February 2021. He was assigned to Troop K, Philadelphia at the time of his death. A graduate of the 161st cadet class. Trooper Sisca was also the Fire Chief of Trappe Fire Company No. 1. He was 29 years old.
PA State Police
Trappe Fire Company No. 1
03/21/2022
3-Alarm Fire Quickly Extinguished in Millstone Township
Millstone Township Uniformed Firefighters
March 21, 2022 MILLSTONE TOWNSHIP, NJ (MONMOUTH)–Around 11:00 a.m. multiple 9-1-1 calls were received about a garage fire in the 1st Block of Hamton Hollow Drive. Fire Officers also reported …
03/18/2022
Hackensack Fire Fighters IAFF Local 2081
Hackensack Fire Officers IAFF Local 3172
03/17/2022
Please see the below update from Cardio Pulmonary Diagnostic-the exclusive sponsor of the "Gift from Captain Buscio"
03/16/2022
A2886 PASSES ASSEMBLY COMMITTEE
From Assemblyman Bill Moen
Today at the State House, my bill - A2886 - which provides employment protections for paid first responders diagnosed with post-traumatic stress disorder under certain conditions, unanimously passed the Assembly Law & Public Safety Committee (7-0).
I want to thank the first responders - police officers, firefighters, and many others - and other advocates who came to the State House today to speak in support of this bill. This is the right thing to do for those who put their life on the line each and every day.
To learn more about this legislation, visit:https://njleg.state.nj.us/Bills/2022/A3000/2886_I1.PDF
03/16/2022
Burlington County Professional Firefighters Association IAFF Local 3091
03/15/2022
Cherry Hill Professional Firefighters
03/15/2022
Cherry Hill Professional Firefighters
03/14/2022
Cherry Hill Professional Firefighters
Last Friday evening the Cherry Hill Fire Department was honored to fly the American flag to welcome home USN Seaman Reaxch. Seaman Rexach was returning home from a 6 month deployment. 🇺🇸
03/14/2022
PFANJ President Steve McConlogue and Camden City Fire Officers President Samuel Munoz were in Trenton to testify at the Law and Public Safety Committee on a bill that will provide workplace protections for First Responders affected by PTSD. Thanks to Assemblyman Bill Moen for sponsoring this bill.
Camden Fire Officers Local #2578
03/13/2022
Photos from Elizabeth NJ Fire Officers IAFF Local 2040's post
03/08/2022
Happening now, members of the PFANJ took time out of their meetings today on Capitol Hill to attend a rally in support of collective bargaining for all firefighters.
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As the Marino family says goodbye to Dominick today, we wanted to share this tribute to him and thank you all for your overwhelming response and support to the Marino family and the PFANJ during this difficult time. While we are unable to give Don Marino the proper sendoff that he deserves right now, rest assured that a fitting memorial service will be carried out once we return to some sense of normalcy. Rest in peace Donny. We'll take it from here.
Governor Murphy Dominick Marino Tribute 4.15.20
The PFANJ extends its sincerest gratitude to New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy for taking time during today's COVID-19 briefing to offer a heartfelt tribute to PFANJ President Don Marino who passed away suddenly yesterday at the age of 61. The PFANJ also extends our deepest thanks to the outpouring of support the Marino family and our organization has received from public officials throughout the state, the citizens we protect, and our brothers and sisters from across the International Association of Fire Fighters, public safety, and labor organizations from across the country.
4.2.20 PFANJ COVID19 Webinar with U.S. Reps Gottheimer & Sherill
On April 2, 2020, the PFANJ President Don Marino was honored to have Rep Josh Gottheimer and Congresswoman Mikie Sherrill on as guests on a live webinar to discuss the ongoing #COVID19 pandemic.
April 2, 2020 #COVID19 Webinar with Rep Josh Gottheimer and Congresswoman Mikie Sherrill hosted by PFANJ President Don Marino.
Perth Amboy Fire Department members going to great lengths to ensure the cabs of their fire apparatus are disinfected. Remember, our members cannot remain at home - but you can! Help us help you! #COVID19
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3.20.2020 PFANJ COVID-19 Webinar
On Friday, March 20, 2020, PFANJ President Don Marino hosted a live webinar discussing the latest on #COVID19 and our response to the pandemic. Our guest was Dr. Aisha Rivera, MD, MS Program Director and Faculty Associate of Occupational and Environmental Medicine in the Residency Program at Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health. PFANJ members and their families were able to submit questions to President Marino and Dr. Rivera via Zoom and Facebook Live. If you or any members of your Local have any additional questions, please do not hesitate to reach out to your PFANJ District VP or the State Office.
PFANJ COVID-19 Webinar 3-20-2020 with Dr. Aisha Rivera, MD, Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health.
On Friday, March 20, 2020, PFANJ President Don Marino hosted a live webinar discussing the latest on #COVID19 and our response to the pandemic. Our guest was Dr. Aisha Rivera, MD, MS Program Director and Faculty Associate of Occupational and Environmental Medicine in the Residency Program at Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health. PFANJ members and their families were able to submit questions to President Marino and Dr. Rivera via Zoom and Facebook Live. If you or any members of your Local have any additional questions, please do not hesitate to reach out to your PFANJ District VP or the State Office.
IAFF Covid-19 PPE Donning & Doffing Techniques
Attention all members - Please review this important video via the International Association of Fire Fighters on the recommended personal protection equipment and the proper ways of donning and doffing such equipment when dealing with a confirmed or potential #COVID19 patient.
PFANJCOVID19WebinarPreview
PFANJ President Don Marino previews the Friday afternoon, March 20, 2020 Covid-19 webinar that will be hosted live beginning at 2pm.
WHO WE ARE
The Professional Firefighters Association of New Jersey was originally established and chartered as a State Association by the International Association of Fire Fighters on October 29, 1929. It was called the Uniformed Firemen’s Association of New Jersey, and included charter locals Newark Local 71, Carteret Local 292, Perth Amboy Local 286, Woodbridge Local 290, and Rahway Local 295. A short time later, the union’s delegates saw fit to change the association’s name to Fire Fighters Association of New Jersey, and it operated as such for more than 30 years. Delegates to the 1996 convention, however, were concerned that there be no misunderstanding of the union’s calling and mission. They moved by resolution to change the name of the organization to the Professional Firefighters Association of New Jersey.
Today, the PFANJ often referred to as the IAFF. The IAFF exists on three planes: our parent IAFF headquartered in Washington, DC; the IAFF State Association, the PFANJ, headquartered in Trenton; and our local affiliate unions spread across New Jersey. These organizations are designed to allow information to flow back and forth for the benefit of all members.
Since 1929, the PFANJ has grown to upwards of seventy local unions of varying size and complexity, representing over half of New Jersey’s approximately 6,000 professional firefighters. In addition, the PFANJ represents more than 500 EMS professionals who are members of PEMSA (Professional Emergency Medical Services Association) IAFF Local 4610. In all but a few cases, PFANJ/IAFF affiliates are the recognized bargaining agent responsible for terms and conditions of employment in their respective venues, regardless of any other affiliation.
Our local affiliates range from small fire districts, to full time round-the-clock suburban fire and rescue agencies, to the state’s largest and busiest urban fire departments.
WHAT WE ARE ALL ABOUT
The mission of the hard-working, dedicated elected officers and general membership of the PFANJ/IAFF has never altered, nor has its membership waivered in the performance of their duties to their union and communities. Our mission is:
From the time that we organized through today, our union has made innumerable strides toward our goals. Our profession has been made safer, and our livelihoods and retirements more secure. Our unity has shown those in positions of influence that we are not to be trifled with. It has shown the public their standard of living has been preserved, even raised, by our bravery and sacrifice. It has allowed us to bring our messages to the forefront of the societal agenda.
The PFANJ continues to pursue a better quality of life for members through legislative initiatives such as presumptive heart and cancer laws, minimum staffing, stronger EMS legislation, and shoring up collective bargaining laws to ensure members’ hard-earned pensions upon retirement. The PFANJ educates the public regarding the dangers associated with being a member of the proud vocation of firefighters and EMS professionals.
To ensure our interests remain a priority, the PFANJ is represented on every committee and council that impacts our daily operations, including the Civil Service Fire Advisory Board, the NJ Fire Safety Commission, the Firefighter Safety & Health Advisory Council, the Public Employee Occupational Safety and Health (PEOSH) board, Arbitration Task Force, State Investment Council (SIC), Pension Committee, Police and Firefighters Retirement System to name a few. We have created a network of solid relationships with the New Jersey Department of Labor and Workforce Development, the New Jersey Department of Health and Senior Services, and the Public Employee Relations Commission. State representatives continue to support local affiliate initiatives to provide the service that we deserve.
Through our great international union, we maintain an incomparable network of hard-working, experienced men and women from across the nation.
OUR CALLING
Professional firefighters take an oath to protect life and property. Professional emergency medical personnel make a promise to serve the public. We do not agree to die, nor to become seriously injured or permanently disabled by virtue of our occupation. In a few instances, however, we must make the ultimate sacrifice. To save another, we may lose our own lives, a possibility that sets our occupation and membership apart from all others.
In numerous instances, however, our injury or death is the direct result of an unsafe workplace and an under-prepared workforce. As trade labor unionists, we strive to make our workplaces safer and our workforces better prepared to face the challenges of a potentially dangerous and debilitating occupation. Those who insist we work in an unsafe, under-prepared environment can and will be held accountable for their misdeeds against our membership, our families, and the citizens we are sworn to serve.
They say some things never change. Our profession requires us to get as close to a fire as possible to apply water until it’s extinguished. While the water part remains unchanged since the Stone Age, ever-evolving technology allows us to get deeper into fires and their hazardous environments for longer periods of time than ever before. Our jobs have therefore become simultaneously more efficient and more dangerous.
Also unchanged is the notion of cutting costs on the backs of firefighters and emergency medical personnel, relying on their good nature and dedication to get the job done no matter what. Our forbearers needed a strong union 88 years ago, and we need one today. The more things change, the more they stay the same.
You may ask yourself, “Why should I belong to a state union?” Brothers and Sisters, there has never been a more important time in our history than now for us to come together as one! We are being vilified on every front, portrayed as the cause for New Jersey’s terrible economy. We must come together as one union to speak in one voice, under one banner, to refute the fallacies orchestrated against us and to protect our hard-earned rights and benefits!
We can no longer rely upon the good nature of the public we serve to support our initiatives and to sympathize with the dangers associated with our calling. We must stand shoulder-to-shoulder to ensure the hard work of our forbearers was not in vain.
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My Dad Dennis Murphy has passed away. He has been a firefighter for 58 years at Belford Engine in Belford, NJ. He was fully active until his passing. Just thought you guys would like to know. That's 58 years of volunteering his service to his community.
Congratulations
TO MY SISTERS & BROTHERS IN CHRIST:
-PARENTS: (AND ALL...PLEASE READ!)
Please share this information!!! Copy/paste to everyone!!!
This is pretty new technology, so stay calm.
If your kids already got their shots, know that you are good parents who are doing the best you can with the information you have available...
...So don’t freak out if your kids already got vaccinated, because it may not be till the ***COVID-19 VACCINE***...but from now on... Please be aware of this possibility before you let a needle get near them from now on. I’m sending this as soon as I figured it out...
Please breathe, remember GOD is LOVE & is in control, & y’all are great parents!
I love you.
THE MARK OF THE BEAST CAN NOW BE HIDDEN IN A VACCINE!!!
WE MAY HAVE LESS THAN 2 MONTHS!!!
*If you already have it...see “HOPE OF SALVATION” link at bottom, but if you do not yet have it, REFUSE IT AT ANY COST! the risk is great & causes great suffering!
A MESSAGE TO THE WARRIOR BRIDE OF CHRIST:
The beast, It’s mark, it’s number 666, & it’s plans! -It is not likely what you think, but I believe I can prove it! Please review this information, pray, & warn absolutely as many of our brethren as you can! Time is of the essence...we may have less than 2 MONTHS!!!!!
Keep your lamps lit & have plenty of oil!
HYDROGEL-LIQUID MARK OF BEAST:
https://m.youtube.com/watch?feature=youtu.be&v=pxgDZQgRe5c
IF OUR BRAINS CONTROL OUR BODIES WITH ELECTRICAL IMPULSES, ALL A CHIP WOULD NEED IS A TRANSCEIVER & TRANSDUCER (SIMPLE RFID CHIP) & IT COULD ACHIEVE CONTROL INDESCRIBABLE FROM YOUR OWN THINKING! ORIGINALLY CONCEIVED TO RESTORE MOVEMENT & FUNCTION TO PARALYTICS, THEY SOON DISCOVERED IT DID MUCH MORE! DARPA STEPPED IN & NOW WE ARE POSSIBLY HEADING QUICKLY TOWARDS THE LAST DAYS!
A NERVOUS SYSTEM INTERFACE CAN NOW BE HIDDEN IN VACCINES! IN ADDITION TO ABORTED FETAL TISSUE, POISONS, CARCINOGENS, POTENTIAL LATENT UNDESIRED PATHOGENS, OR EVEN UNTESTED NEW SCIENCE WHICH WOULD INTENTIONALLY ALTER OUR GENETIC CODE (LIKE GMO’S)
***DARPA’S: HYDROGEL CAN BE INJECTED IN LIQUID FORM! IT CONTAINS LINKED NANOPARTICLES WHICH SPREAD OUT IN THE BODY LIKE A SPONGE, FORMING A DEVICE WHICH CAN ALSO RECEIVE A SIGNAL & CONVERT IT TO AN ELECTRICAL IMPULSE INDECIPHERABLE FROM OUR OWN THINKING, SECURING CONTROL.
THIS IS A FURTHER INNOVATION ON ID2020’s PUSH FOR DIGITAL CERTIFICATES WORLDWIDE CONNECTED TO COVID-19 & POTENTIALLY OTHER MANDATORY VACCINATIONS! IT IS CONNECTED TO PATENT#060606! THIS IS THE BIBLICAL: MARK OF THE BEAST! IT CAN ACTUALLY EXERT CONTROL! VACCINATIONS=SLAVERY!!!
If the vaccine works, & I refuse it...I pose no risk to anyone who took it! How can they force me if by refusing I shoulder the only risk?
HOPE OF SALVATION:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/1320512388080441/permalink/1850301475101527/
TIMELINE=LESS THAN 2 MONTHS:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/1320512388080441/permalink/1848797305251944/
If we allow everyone to get implanted without a fight, it could be the end of human rights, freedom, possessions, & paychecks. It could be the beginning of great suffering which we would be unable to voice! Food shortages may only be the beginning. Our very way of life is at stake! There is a reason & plan behind the fact that all of Earth’s economies worldwide are being hurled into unbelievable debt faster than almost anyone imagined possible.
PLEASE DO NOT LOOK AWAY!
Please do not let any personal fears overshadow your concern for your those you LOVE! We must stand together!
This page & the group it is on explains EVERYTHING, & backs it up with evidence:
�“What’s Going On.”
* https://www.facebook.com/groups/1320512388080441/permalink/1837676826363992/
“HANDSHAKE OF HOPE” -FB GROUP FOR SUPPORTING EVIDENCE:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/1320512388080441/?ref=share
Thank you!
Christopher Rains
(832)647-5521
[email protected]
HANDSHAKE OF HOPE - FB
VACCINES & CASHLESS MONEY:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/1320512388080441/permalink/1816093645188977/
Hello All,
Recently, a student reached out to me stating that she is currently pursing a research project. Her project is about sleep difficulties among firefighters in NY/NJ/CT. This caught my interest because it is a topic that I often wonder about. I am going to attach the link to the survey so hopefully we can get some good data for her. She said she is mainly looking for career firefighters to participate. There is more information about her project on the survey if you click the link.
https://forms.gle/YBkRWQAST9Y9bzt96
Thanks!
Courtesy of FIREFIGHTERCLOSECALLS.Com
All,
Thirteen EMS providers from around the state have died from complications of COVID-19 since March 31, according to the New Jersey EMS Task Force and multiple EMS squads. And hundreds of other EMS workers have fallen sick with COVID-19 symptoms in recent weeks, causing a strain on rescue units, nearly a dozen members of the emergency response community told NJ Advance Media. The number of coronavirus cases within their ranks - and concern for older volunteers with underlying medical conditions - have led to staff shortages, forcing some squads to temporarily drop service...
HERE is the entire article:
https://www.nj.com/coronavirus/2020/04/after-the-deaths-of-13-ems-workers-coronavirus-is-forcing-some-nj-squads-to-drop-service.html
WATCH THIS:
FDNY MEDICAL DIRECTOR MESSAGE RE COVID19:
The following is a video message from FDNY's Chief Medical Officer Dr. David Prezant on Vimeo. His fact based message provides excellent, professional insight to all firefighters and medics regardless of jurisdiction.
https://vimeo.com/409222323/07876253c9
TAKE A SHORT BREAK VINTAGE FIRE VIDEO (9 minutes) From PowerArc.
HIGH Fire Danger: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=73Y3VQn0Zg8
Excellent clips from California fire danger-and firefighting
EMS RELATED VINTAGE VIDEO:
Under the subject of "I'll bet you didn't know"...here is a fascinating 4 minute video that tells the story of how EMS "get serious" in Pittsburgh, PA.
"How the Freedom House Ambulance Service Became the First EMTs in America"
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hHUA0E3KYgA
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vi-qt6fyAKU&feature=emb_title
As recently as 50 years ago, ambulances were more like taxis to get to the nearest hospital. That all changed thanks to an ambulance crew recruited from a poverty-stricken black neighborhood in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, that operated between 1967 and 1975. They became the very first ambulance workers in the U.S. trained in advanced life support, setting the bar for generations of emergency medical technicians (EMTs).
More HERE: https://history.howstuffworks.com/historical-events/freedom-house-ambulance-service-first-emts.htm
Take Care. Be Careful. Pass It On.
BillyG
The Secret List 4/20/2020-1253 Hours
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