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Fire Science Websites

NIST -- Fire Research Division
Originally known as the Fire Research Information Service (FRIS), BFRL is a resource center which provides material on any fire research related subject. There are links to Fire Research Resources, Building Research Resources, BFRL Publications, and Recently Released Publications.
Brazos County Department of Emergency Management
In an effort to better protect our community's residents and visitors, the Brazos County Department of Emergency Management has developed this website to provide up-to-date emergency information (i.e., road closures, evacuations, terrorist threat levels, etc.) and what steps you should take during an emergency.
Congressional Fire Services Institute
CFSI is a non-profit, non-partisan policy institute whose mission is to educate and lobby Congress and the Senate on issues of importance to Fire Service and EMS personnel. This website supplies information on legislative alerts, upcoming events sponsored by CFSI, and trade shows of interest to Fire Service and EMS personnel.
Federal Emergency Management Agency - National Incident Management System Integration Center
Developed by the Department of Homeland Security in conjunction with FEMA, so first responders from various jurisdictions and services can work together better to respond to natural disasters and emergencies, including acts of terrorism. Includes a list of frequently asked questions, smart practices & lessons learned, and tools and templates for how to respond to a major emergency.
International Fire Training Administration--Fire Protection Publications
Established in 1934 and sponsored by Oklahoma State University, the FPP/IFSTA's mission is to identify areas of areas of need for training materials for Fire Service personnel. They are dedicated to upgrading fire fighting safety and techniques through training. Included on this site is a catalog for materials that can be purchased, the FPP Library and Archives, a quarterly newsletter, and other useful information.
National Wildfire Coordinating Group
A federal operational group coordinating the programs of participating wildfire management agencies.
TEEX: Fire & Emergency Services
The official website for the TEEX Emergency Services Training Institute. TEEX has been providing unsurpassed fire training for emergency responders since 1929. A list of major programs are included on the site.
Texas A&M Forest Service - Wildfire & Other Disasters
Created in 1915 by the 34th Legislature as an integral part of the Texas A&M University System, this agency is mandated by law to "assume direction of all forest interests and all matters pertaining to forestry within the jurisdiction of the state." The Wildland Fire Response division's mission is to prevent, mitigate and efficiently suppress wildland fire to protect lives, improved property and the state's natural resources.
U.S. Fire Administration
The U.S. Fire Administration (USFA), under FEMA, includes links to sections on Education and Training, Firefighter Fatalities, Alerts & Advisories, Grants & Funding, Incident Reporting (NFIRS), Fire Department Census, and Research Projects. The web site also includes a "News and Features" section as well as valuable information on other Fire Service topics of interest.
U.S.D.A. Forest Service - Sitemap
An agency under the U.S. Department of Agriculture, Fire and Aviation Management works to advance technologies in fire management and suppression, maintain and improve the extremely efficient mobilization and tracking systems in place, and reach out in support of our Federal, State, and International fire partners. Included on the site: Fire applications software, fire maps, fire weather maps, information on fire science, and wildland fire statistics.

Fire Science Organizations

International Fire Service Acceditation Congress
IFSAC is a peer driven, self governing system that accredits both fire service certification programs and higher education fire-related degree programs. IFSAC is a nonprofit organization authorized by the Board of Regents of Oklahoma State University as a part of the College of Engineering, Architecture and Technology.
National Fire Protection Association
Established in 1896, NFPA, an internationals nonprofit membership organization, serves as world's leading advocate of fire prevention and is an authoritative source on public safety. NFPA's 300 codes and standards influence every building, process, service, design and installation in the United States. NFPA's mission is reduce the worldwide burden of fire and other hazards on the quality of life.
Texas Commission on Fire Protection
The mission of the Texas Commission on Fire Protection is to help protect the lives and property of the citizens of Texas by developing and enforcing professional standards for the fire service. Through their website they provide certifications and test scores; standards, manuals and forms; certification requirements; standards compliance; information regarding emergency funding; a resource library; and access to their newsletter

Fire Science Investigation Organizations

NIST Building and Fire Safety Investigations
For more than 30 years, the National Institute of Standards and Technology has investigated building fire and structural failures as a neutral "third party" investigator. This page provides information on the various investigations and reports they have completed
U.S. Chemical Safety Board
An independent federal agency investigating chemical accidents.

Fire Science Training - Continuing Education Sites

FEMA - NIMS Training
FEMA, through its National Incident Management System [NIMS]offers free courses designed to help first responders.
Texas - Emergency Management Academy
Created by the Department of Public Safety, the Texas Division of Emergency Management provides access to a catalog of free emergency management training as well as other preparedness classes.

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