Benjamin Franklin Fire Service Award for Valor

The award, sponsored by the IAFC and Motorola, will be awarded at Fire-Rescue International, Aug. 22–25, Dallas, Texas.

• Special presentation ceremony,

• Round-trip airfare for winner, nominating chief and spouses,

• First-class accommodations,

• Limited-edition medal,

• VIP reception and dinner,

The Benjamin Franklin Fire Service Award for Valor is the IAFC’s highest honor. A trip to Fire-Rescue International in Dallas, Texas, first-class hotel accommodations, a special award presentation ceremony, a dinner with IAFC and Motorola leaders and a limited-edition medal are just some of the winner’s rewards for heroism and service above-and-beyond the call of duty. The candidate must be nominated by his or her chief for an incident in which the candidate saved a human life within the previous year. All firefighters are eligible—paid or volunteer, on- or off-duty. The award is typically presented for extraordinary lifesaving heroism. Nominations are evaluated on points such as personal effort and use of available staff, equipment and safety. Nomination forms are available from IAFC. DEADLINE: June 30.

Fire Service Award for Excellence
Sponsored by IAFC and U.S. Safety & Engineering, the award will be presented at Fire–Rescue International, Aug. 22–25, Dallas, Texas.

• Special presentation ceremony

• Limited-edition plaques

This award recognizes innovation and achievement in managing resources to reduce the loss of life and property from fire and other emergencies. Previous candidates have nominated programs in nearly every conceivable program area: management, fire prevention, personnel accountability systems and minority hiring practices, to name a few. Nominations require an abstract describing the project or program. Candidates are encouraged to complete all forms carefully and concisely. Emphasis is on innovation and success in managing fire service resources. The program, project or activity must have been in place for at least one year. DEADLINE: June 20.

Harvey Grant Excellence in Rescue Award
The award, sponsored by IAFC, Mosby and Holmatro, will be awarded during the 20th Annual International Extrication Competition and Learning Symposium, Aug. 18–23, Dallas, Texas.

• Airfare and accommodations

• Monetary award

• Limited-edition trophy

This award acknowledges the late Harvey Grant and his pioneering devotion to the extrication and rescue field. The award recognizes agencies or individuals for cost-effective, innovative ideas that further rescue capabilities. A nomination letter is required for each candidate. Candidates must have been responsible for innovations in the field of extrication or rescue. DEADLINE: June 20.

To receive an awards nomination packet, fax your request to IAFC, Attn.: Awards, 703-273-9363 or download at www.iafc.org/departments/awards.shtml. Questions? Call Mary Marshall at 703-273-9815, ext. 307.