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Fire Prevention Nominations Due

The National Volunteer Fire Council is accepting nominations for Fire Prevention Award; the deadline is Feb. 15.

The National Volunteer Fire Council is accepting nominations for Fire Prevention Award; the deadline is Feb. 15.

The award is sponsored by First Alert and was established in the memory of volunteer firefighter and NVFC board member Marc Mueller, who energetically promoted the causes of volunteer firefighters and supported all efforts to elevate the volunteer fire and emergency services. The award is presented each year at the NVFC Spring Board Meeting, which will be held this year from April 2-6 in Arlington, Va., near Washington, D.C.

To nominate an individual, submit a nomination packet including: nomination form (available at www.nvfc.org/fire_prevention_award); a background sheet or resume containing an overview of the individual’s experience, education, and other pertinent information; and letters of recommendation supporting the nominee.

Nominations can be sent by e-mail to Kimberly Ettinger or by mail to: NVFC Fire Prevention Award, Attn: Kimberly Ettinger, 7852 Walker Drive, Suite 450, Greenbelt, MD 20770.

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