THE LATEST NEWS2016 Outstanding Chapter of the YearThe Louisiana Fire Sprinkler Association was chosen as the American Fire Sprinkler Association’s 2016 Outstanding Chapter of the Year at the annual convention in Nashville. Our members' commitment to providing excellent training for their employees and financial support for our state Fire Marshal’s office enables us to better our companies and our industry whose purpose is to save lives and protect property! Thank you for your continued commitment to LFSA.
FMAL BBQ Cookoff
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Donation to the Louisiana Fallen Firefighters Memorial
On April 2, 2016, The LFSA donated $2,500 to the Louisiana Fallen Firefighters Memorial in Baton Rouge, to build a canopy to cover their existing stage.
In 2015, the LFSA donated $5,000 to help build the memorial stage.
Pictured from left to right: Boyd Petty with the State Fire Marshal’s Office, Board members Mark Taylor & Richard Booth, V.J. Bella retired State Fire Marshal, President Linda Biernacki, Board members Nick Spano & Clayton Norred, and Nathan McCallum.
In 2015, the LFSA donated $5,000 to help build the memorial stage.
Pictured from left to right: Boyd Petty with the State Fire Marshal’s Office, Board members Mark Taylor & Richard Booth, V.J. Bella retired State Fire Marshal, President Linda Biernacki, Board members Nick Spano & Clayton Norred, and Nathan McCallum.
OSHA News Release - Feb. 16, 2016
National Safety Stand-Down highlights importance of preventing falls, leading cause of worker death, serious injury in the construction industry.
http://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/USDOL/bulletins/136bb0b
http://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/USDOL/bulletins/136bb0b
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2015 LFSA 9th Annual Golf Classic Benefiting the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation
The LFSA would like to give a huge THANK YOU to everyone who sponsored, played golf or made a donation at this year’s LFSA 9th Annual Golf Tournament on November 16th. This annual event is held in memory of Brad Bella and raises money for the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation. It was a great success and we raised an impressive $20,000.
Our Golf Classic Winners were as follows:
1st Place: Mid South Fire Solutions team (Phillip Winston, Ryan McIntyre, Eric Greenfield, Kevin Anders)
2nd Place: Lanco Construction team (Jerry Melancon, NJ Damico, David Autin, Barry Gendrou)
3rd Place: Zulick Family team (Richard Zulick, Flynn Foster, Matt Purser, Scott Snyder)
Women’s Longest Drive: Janet Simoneaux, AIA Louisiana
Men’s Longest Drive: Aaron Mayers, Austin Fire Systems
Men’s Closest to Pin: N.J. Damico, Lanco Construction
We are very proud for the giving hearts of everyone involved and look forward to next years’ tournament planned for October 26, 2016 at 9am.
Our Golf Classic Winners were as follows:
1st Place: Mid South Fire Solutions team (Phillip Winston, Ryan McIntyre, Eric Greenfield, Kevin Anders)
2nd Place: Lanco Construction team (Jerry Melancon, NJ Damico, David Autin, Barry Gendrou)
3rd Place: Zulick Family team (Richard Zulick, Flynn Foster, Matt Purser, Scott Snyder)
Women’s Longest Drive: Janet Simoneaux, AIA Louisiana
Men’s Longest Drive: Aaron Mayers, Austin Fire Systems
Men’s Closest to Pin: N.J. Damico, Lanco Construction
We are very proud for the giving hearts of everyone involved and look forward to next years’ tournament planned for October 26, 2016 at 9am.
Critical Vote at June 25, 2015
NFPA Chicago Meeting
Frequently, important issues arise in the NFPA revision process that requires an organized industry response. In June, two motions will be considered at the NFPA meeting in Chicago which will impact our industry as well as our customers. The industry needs you get active and vote “NEGATIVE” on two motions.
DOWNLOAD THE PDF BELOW FOR MORE INFORMATION
DOWNLOAD THE PDF BELOW FOR MORE INFORMATION
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2014 LFSA 8th Annual Golf Classic Benefiting the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation
This year’s Golf Classic was held at the Santa Maria Golf Course in Baton Rouge, LA. This annual event is held in memory of Brad Bella and raises money for the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation. We are thrilled to report that we continued to receive more donations after the tournament which increased the amount raised to $18,616 for this deserving cause. A big Thank You goes out to all the sponsors and players who helped raise the funds. It was an enjoyable day for all, bringing together LFSA members, contractors, suppliers, fabricators, architects and engineers.
Mark your calendar for next years’ Golf Classic to be held on October 28, 2015.
MORE PHOTOS - Click this link below.
http://www.lafiresprinkler.org/gallery.html
Mark your calendar for next years’ Golf Classic to be held on October 28, 2015.
MORE PHOTOS - Click this link below.
http://www.lafiresprinkler.org/gallery.html
September is National Preparedness Month
Be Informed. Be Prepared.
September marks National Preparedness Month, an annual campaign coordinated by the U.S. Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) to encourage Americans to make preparedness a part of their daily lives. In BOMA's latest vlog, BOMA International’s Director of Federal Affairs Jason Todd discusses one way BOMA is partnering with the U.S. Department of Homeland Security to increase preparedness in the commercial real estate industry.
More information on the “If You See Something, Say Something” campaign and the Real Estate Information Sharing and Analysis Center (REISAC) can be found on BOMA International’s Security & Emergency Preparedness webpage, which also features links to a number of other preparedness resources specifically geared towards commercial real estate. BOMA is also offering its Emergency Preparedness Guidebook, the industry’s most up-to-date guide to help property professionals prepare for and respond to a broad range of potential threats, at a discounted price during National Preparedness Month.
September marks National Preparedness Month, an annual campaign coordinated by the U.S. Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) to encourage Americans to make preparedness a part of their daily lives. In BOMA's latest vlog, BOMA International’s Director of Federal Affairs Jason Todd discusses one way BOMA is partnering with the U.S. Department of Homeland Security to increase preparedness in the commercial real estate industry.
More information on the “If You See Something, Say Something” campaign and the Real Estate Information Sharing and Analysis Center (REISAC) can be found on BOMA International’s Security & Emergency Preparedness webpage, which also features links to a number of other preparedness resources specifically geared towards commercial real estate. BOMA is also offering its Emergency Preparedness Guidebook, the industry’s most up-to-date guide to help property professionals prepare for and respond to a broad range of potential threats, at a discounted price during National Preparedness Month.
Video interview with H. Butch Browning, Louisiana State Fire Marshal, about the future of fire safety. This was at ESX 2014 in Nashville.
New Codes Effective January 1, 2014
Please see the attached memo regarding the adoption of New Codes effective January 1st, 2014.
| Memo: 2014 Code Adoption.pdf |
| Page 678 from the LA Administrative Code.pdf |
LFSA members appointed to the Govenor's Life Safety & Property Protection Advisory Board
Congratulations to our LFSA members who have been appointed by Governor Bobby Jindal to serve on the Life Safety and Property Protection Advisory Board.
SimplexGrinnell : David Sisolak
Fire Tech Systems Inc. : Frank Gardner
S & S Sprinkler Co., LLC : Russell Guidry
Mid-South Fire Solutions LLC : Ed Bradshaw
SimplexGrinnell : David Sisolak
Fire Tech Systems Inc. : Frank Gardner
S & S Sprinkler Co., LLC : Russell Guidry
Mid-South Fire Solutions LLC : Ed Bradshaw
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UPCOMING EVENTS
2016 Meetings & Seminars
TUESDAY, OCTOBER 4, 2016
8 am Seminar: Plan Submittal and NFPA 101 for Fire Alarm, Security and Locksmith
1 pm Seminar: Administrative Rules and Tagging for Fire Alarm, Security and Locksmith
WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 5, 2016
8 am Seminar: Plan Submittal and NFPA 101 for Fire Sprinkler and Suppression
1 pm Seminar: Administrative Rules and Tagging for Fire Sprinkler and Suppression
TUESDAY, OCTOBER 25, 2016
8 am Seminar: Field Supervisor Training
12:00 pm - 12:30 pm Networking Lunch
12:30 pm - 2:00 pm Meeting
TUESDAY, OCTOBER 25, 2016
4:30 pm - 7 pm NextGen Mixer (at Tsunami, Baton Rouge)
WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 26, 2016
8 am Golf Tournament Registration
9 am Golf Tournament Shotgun Start
1 pm Golf Tournament Lunch
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Sunday, Sept 11, 2016 3-4pm
8181 Independence Blvd, Baton Roge
8181 Independence Blvd, Baton Roge
Seminar: Plan Review Submittal Process
Tuesday, September 27, 2016
8:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Held at Lafayette Fire Department Training Center
300 N. Dugas Rd.
Lafayette, LA 70507
instructors: Jennifer Moreau and Brad Everett
ONLINE REGISTRATION AVAILABLE
http://lafiremarshal.org/training
300 N. Dugas Rd.
Lafayette, LA 70507
instructors: Jennifer Moreau and Brad Everett
ONLINE REGISTRATION AVAILABLE
http://lafiremarshal.org/training
Qualifier Training Seminars
October 4th & 5th - Shreveport
TUESDAY, OCTOBER 4, 2016
8 am Seminar: Plan Submittal and NFPA 101 for Fire Alarm, Security and Locksmith
1 pm Seminar: Administrative Rules and Tagging for Fire Alarm, Security and Locksmith
WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 5, 2016
8 am Seminar: Plan Submittal and NFPA 101 for Fire Sprinkler and Suppression
1 pm Seminar: Administrative Rules and Tagging for Fire Sprinkler and Suppression
Register with the LLSSA - see form below to download or contact ronaldjcase@aol.com
8 am Seminar: Plan Submittal and NFPA 101 for Fire Alarm, Security and Locksmith
1 pm Seminar: Administrative Rules and Tagging for Fire Alarm, Security and Locksmith
WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 5, 2016
8 am Seminar: Plan Submittal and NFPA 101 for Fire Sprinkler and Suppression
1 pm Seminar: Administrative Rules and Tagging for Fire Sprinkler and Suppression
Register with the LLSSA - see form below to download or contact ronaldjcase@aol.com
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NextGen Mixer
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at Tsunami (on the Terrace)
in the Shaw Center for the Arts Building
100 Lafayette St., Baton Rouge, LA 70801
Next Generation is a subgroup of the AFSA, Committed to Developing Young Leaders in the Fire Sprinkler Industry. Please join us and network with seasoned business professionals in the Fire Sprinkler industry.
Please RSVP to events@lafiresprinkler.org by October 24th
Download the invitation below for additional information.
in the Shaw Center for the Arts Building
100 Lafayette St., Baton Rouge, LA 70801
Next Generation is a subgroup of the AFSA, Committed to Developing Young Leaders in the Fire Sprinkler Industry. Please join us and network with seasoned business professionals in the Fire Sprinkler industry.
Please RSVP to events@lafiresprinkler.org by October 24th
Download the invitation below for additional information.
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Seminar: Field Supervisor Training
Tuesday, October 25, 2016
8:00 am - 12:00 pm
Held at the State Farm Marshal Building, Baton Rouge
Instructor: Bob Caputo, CFPS, CET
Registration Form coming soon
Instructor: Bob Caputo, CFPS, CET
Registration Form coming soon
10th Annual LFSA Golf Classic
October 26, 2016
Benefiting the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation, In memory of Brad Bella
WHERE: Santa Maria Golf Course
WHEN: Wednesday, October 26, 2016
TIME: 8:00 a.m. Registration
9:00 a.m. Shotgun Start
1:00 p.m. Lunch
WHERE: Santa Maria Golf Course
WHEN: Wednesday, October 26, 2016
TIME: 8:00 a.m. Registration
9:00 a.m. Shotgun Start
1:00 p.m. Lunch
| DOWNLOAD REGISTRATION FORM |
State Fire Marshal Training & Events Calendar
Please click on link.
http://dpsweb.dps.louisiana.gov/SFMCalender.nsf
http://dpsweb.dps.louisiana.gov/SFMCalender.nsf
The Louisiana Fire Sprinkler Association is the voice of the merit shop automatic fire sprinkler contractor. In support of the merit shop objective, the LFSA promotes the development of educational and training programs to maintain the quality and effectiveness of automatic fire sprinklers in protecting lives and property, and provides programs to enhance ethical business practices. We work in cooperation and partnership with statewide AHJ's and support their children's educational activities to reinforce fire safety in homes, workplaces and schools.
