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Sunday Morning Worship Service

Performing Arts Center, Convention Center 4001 Coastal Hwy, Ocean City, MD, United States

Sunday Morning worship will take place at the Ocean City Convention Center on Sunday, June 18, 2023.

Convention Events Ticket Sales

Ocean City Convention Center 4001 Coastal Highway, Ocean City, MD, United States

Location: Convention Center Ground Floor

Exhibits Open

Ocean City Convention Center 4001 Coastal Highway, Ocean City, MD, United States

FOOLS Seminar TBD

Ocean City Convention Center 4001 Coastal Highway, Ocean City, MD, United States

Presented by: O.C. FOOLS Room 201

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Ocean City Convention Center 4001 Coastal Highway, Ocean City, MD, United States

Registration

Ocean City Convention Center 4001 Coastal Highway, Ocean City, MD, United States

Registration begins at 0700 on Monday, June 19, in the Convention Center Room 208, Upper Level.

Convention Events Ticket Sales

Ocean City Convention Center 4001 Coastal Highway, Ocean City, MD, United States

Location: Convention Center Ground Floor

Fireground Commander’s Intent: Coordinated Actions for Mission

Ocean City Convention Center 4001 Coastal Highway, Ocean City, MD, United States

The focus of this class is to illustrate the importance of a commander’s expectation on emergency scenes. This class is a work in progress and has been updated every year to reflect my continuing education on the fireground. The main purpose of the intent is to provide a framework for Company Officers to act. Fire companies are the linchpins to a successful emergency scene operation. The importance of synchronized small unit tactics following the commander’s intent is critical to a successful mission on an emergency scene. Every emergency operation outcome is the result of many small unit outcomes. The key is for each small tactical unit (engine & truck companies) to perform in a predictable way. If one small unit fails to perform their task the whole operation could have a negative end result and change the strategy of the commander. The application of this information is to provide proven basics for fire officers to be successful during emergency operations through interactive discussions and video demonstration.

Free

OC FOOLS 8-hour H.O.T. The Art of the Educated Search; RIT Reinvented

Ocean City Convention Center 4001 Coastal Highway, Ocean City, MD, United States

Part 1: Art of the Educated Search: Strategies & Tactics for success when arriving w/ “Reports of People Trapped”. Understanding how our entry determines our path, and the methods to clear rooms of varying living space. Sizing up occupancy types & understanding residential construction to maximize our search timeline. Techniques for “clearing” compartments quickly & efficiently during the primary search, and accomplishing the “30 Seconds Out” Survivable Space Search.

Part 2: RIT; Reinvented: The most progressive approach to preplanning and producing a positive outcome following the “MAYDAY, MAYDAY, MAYDAY”. Understanding who will be a victim, why, and how it’s likely to occur. Then, how we mitigate the emergency w/ proper tools, access techniques, and removal tactics.

Free

Exhibits Open

Ocean City Convention Center 4001 Coastal Highway, Ocean City, MD, United States

PAIN: Pediatric Assessment Is Needed at All Ages

Ocean City Convention Center 4001 Coastal Highway, Ocean City, MD, United States

Dr. Jennifer Guyther will engage the audience in discussing pediatric pain – when it is obvious and when it may be hidden. The presentation will review the pain control treatment options – medication doses and timing, repeat assessments, and alternative treatments that work.

Free

Elevators for the Fire Service

Ocean City Convention Center 4001 Coastal Highway, Ocean City, MD, United States

This session discusses Elevator Code requirements, both new and existing (what a first responder may see depending upon age of bldg.) NFPA, IBC and the MD State Elevator Codes. Explanation of the different types of elevators. (Traction, Hydraulic, Machine Room) Inspection process for accepting an elevator into service. Not just fire service related items but the entire elevator testing/acceptance process.

Elevator Operations. The Codes do permit the use of elevators as part of the egress paths from a building, etc. This session would outline the unique aspects associated with using elevators for egress as well as typical FD operations. The presentation includes representative(s) from the State Elevator Inspectors Office and/or Local Elevator Companies.

Free

Using Simulation to Enhance Leadership Development

Ocean City Convention Center 4001 Coastal Highway, Ocean City, MD, United States

This presentation will discuss how utilization of simulation as part of leadership education can improve the leadership development process and support effective leadership succession in your organization

Free

How Did We Become Scared of the Roof?

Ocean City Convention Center 4001 Coastal Highway, Ocean City, MD, United States

This presentation will look at firefighter line-of-duty deaths related to vertical ventilation on the fireground. Notice will be given to how significant deaths over decades have influenced training today and views on current practices and restrictions. It will also highlight what is made sensational and what is ignored when it comes to safety and education. Data and references will be shown in all areas to give the attendees a true picture of firefighter deaths during vertical ventilation. (2 hours)

Free

Pet First Aid and CPR

Ocean City Convention Center 4001 Coastal Highway, Ocean City, MD, United States

More and more fire departments are carrying pet oxygen masks on their apparatus these days, making it crucial for first responders to understand how to appropriately size an oxygen mask for fit to the animal as well as what flow rates are required for different animals. Upon completing this class, first responders will feel comfortable performing CPR, applying an oxygen mask, and performing rescue breathing for both cats and dogs.

Free

Legislative Breakout Session

Ocean City Convention Center 4001 Coastal Highway, Ocean City, MD, United States

Legislative Breakout Session hosted by John Hall, Attorney; Prince George's County in room 209 of the Upper Level of the Convention Center.

Operational Responsibility

Ocean City Convention Center 4001 Coastal Highway, Ocean City, MD, United States

This session will review the need for company officers and chief officers to understand the responsibility that comes with these positions. The discussion will address the priority of our firefighters as we make critical operational decisions. With a priority to our fire service mission of protecting lives and property. We will discuss incidents where decision making changed the outcome of a fireground, and what the affects of our decisions have on our mission and our firefighters.

Free

Drift Towards Failure

Ocean City Convention Center 4001 Coastal Highway, Ocean City, MD, United States

This class will engage the participants in a discussion on how to address this growing issue within the modern fire service. Having a critical conversation and setting expectations are key in solving or fixing these issues. Confrontation may be difficult, but it is necessary.

Free

Pediatric Trauma: Case Studies in Summer Injuries

Ocean City Convention Center 4001 Coastal Highway, Ocean City, MD, United States

Children explore their environments as a part of growing up – often in ways that teach them wonderful things.

Once the traditional school year has ended, the incidence of pediatric traumatic injuries typically increases. This presentation will focus on the MOI seen most often in the summer (but some year round), the key assessment signs and symptoms during triage, when to consult with a Pediatric Base Station, and transport & destination considerations – Local ED or Pediatric Trauma Center.

Free

It’s Ok to Say I’m Not Ok

Ocean City Convention Center 4001 Coastal Highway, Ocean City, MD, United States

As individuals, we carry the weight of everyday stresses around each day: work, family, financial status, having more time to enjoy life. Couple that with the mental stresses of emergency response: witness to life and property loss, sleep deprivation, poor nutrition, and we are equal to a ticking time bomb. Come learn how to identify the signs of stress and how to combat stress in order to maintain mental wellness.

Free

Insights on FF Ops; Mega-Mansion and Large Area Residential; Sea-side to Country-side

Ocean City Convention Center 4001 Coastal Highway, Ocean City, MD, United States

The program provides leading insights on building construction systems, design configurations, and characteristics of common large area residential and mega-mansions--homes ranging from 4,000 to 40,000 square feet, with operational focus on the 6,000-18,000 SF residential footprint. A

Free

Call to Duty; Recruiter Battle Briefing

Ocean City Convention Center 4001 Coastal Highway, Ocean City, MD, United States

OBJECTIVES:

-Change the participant's mindset as to the way they address both the challenges and solutions to modern day volunteer fire and EMS recruitment and retention environments
-Engage the participants in activities and exercises that they can take back to their organization to facilitate based on local conditions
-Give participants the tools and resources to develop a comprehensive recruitment and retention plan for their emergency services organization
-Motivate the participant to seek additional and advanced recruitment and retention coordinator training

Free

The Efficient Engine

Ocean City Convention Center 4001 Coastal Highway, Ocean City, MD, United States

The job of an engine officer is not as simple as running inside and spraying water. The origins of a successful engine company operation often start way before the engine was rang out for the alarm. The purpose of the “Efficient Engine” class is to start from scratch and look at the systems, from machine to personnel, which contributes to the effective deployment of the Engine Company. We will start with specifications that can help the students navigate through all the different options available concentrating on the items that will increase the usefulness of the engine itself. Then we move onto layout of equipment and hose that can maximize the efficiency of the crew. Next item covered is the efficient use of the equipment including intricacies and quirks of the new electronic aids often in use on newer engines. The class will wrap up with personnel deployment and training techniques to maximize the different staffing levels found throughout the country both volunteer and career.

Free

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Ocean City Convention Center 4001 Coastal Highway, Ocean City, MD, United States

360° Leadership

Ocean City Convention Center 4001 Coastal Highway, Ocean City, MD, United States

360° Leadership is a core class for Officer, aspiring Officer, and Member professional development. This course explores and explains the essentials of well-rounded organizational leadership and the obligations of all ranks and levels of membership. Accurate assessment of operational and administrative variables is an acquired skill that provides knowledge of which elements can be controlled or influenced. Participants in this interactive class will engage in scenario-based discussions and presentations to discover practical tools and techniques for building their leadership skills.

Free

Call to Order; Third Session/Awards Ceremony 0830

Bay Front Ballroom, Convention Center 4001 Coastal Hwy, Ocean City

The Awards Ceremony will take place at the Ocean City Convention Center in the Bay Front Ball Room on Tuesday, June 20th, 2023.

Air Monitoring for First Responders

Ocean City Convention Center 4001 Coastal Highway, Ocean City, MD, United States

his class will teach First Responders how to use a meter properly and understand the readings
they see and the implications of such on an emergency response. It is estimated that 90% of first responders can
turn a meter on but have no idea what the readings mean when it alarms, nor the knowledge of the changing
situation as a meter begins to register readings putting them at significant risk.
This class will be a self-contained course which will include meters, reference materials, and chemicals. Attendees will learn why they need a meter, and how to use it!

Free

Exhibits Open

Ocean City Convention Center 4001 Coastal Highway, Ocean City, MD, United States

CANCELED: Emergency Response to Electric Vehicle Incidents

Ocean City Convention Center 4001 Coastal Highway, Ocean City, MD, United States

Emergency Response to Electric Vehicle Incidents is designed to introduce first responders to the basic design and hazards of battery operated or hybrid vehicles and provides students with the advanced knowledge and skills needed respond to and address electric vehicle emergencies. Students will leave prepared to operate as a member of a team capable of responding to emergencies involving alternative fuel vehicles, where advanced vehicle rescue may be needed.

Bridging the Gap; Generational Discussion

Ocean City Convention Center 4001 Coastal Highway, Ocean City, MD, United States

The generational differences in the area of leadership has been a topic of much discussion in recent years. As the baby boomer generation continues to age and retire, there is a growing need to understand how millennials and generation X will step up to fill leadership positions within the fire service.
There are several areas that have caused a divide between the different generations including technology, politics, and work life balance. To bridge the gap between generations, it is important to recognize and value the strengths of all generations. Departments can benefit from creating opportunities for different generations to work together and learn from each other. Mentoring programs and cross-generational training can help transfer knowledge and expertise while also fostering a more inclusive and collaborative workplace culture. Being able to understand each generation’s “Why’ will guide departments to help identify, prepare, and transition to the next phase of leadership.
It's clear that the relationship between generations in the area of leadership is complex and nuanced but that doesn't mean that it's not an area that we should focus on and build upon. By valuing the strengths of the generations and creating opportunities for cross-generational learning and development, departments can build a strong and diverse leadership pipeline that is capable of adapting to the changing demands of the modern fire service.
This class will define the differences and allow an open discussion on how to effectively communicate and prepare the next generation to lead.

Free

Never Forget Where It Started

Ocean City Convention Center 4001 Coastal Highway, Ocean City, MD, United States

The presentation will focus on the importance of never forgetting where you came from in this business as you move through the ranks, the importance of embracing your department's history, paying it back and forward, and how never forgetting the beginning followed you and helps set your leadership skills, style and values.

Free

Moral Injury; Is Your Organization Guilty?

Ocean City Convention Center 4001 Coastal Highway, Ocean City, MD, United States

This presentation will discuss the differences between burnout and moral injury while exploring how an organization can unknowingly inflict moral injury on their personnel and what they do to prevent its proliferation.

Free

American Fire Culture Needs Gene Therapy

Ocean City Convention Center 4001 Coastal Highway, Ocean City, MD, United States

The American fire culture has been a manual fire protection model based on six underlying assumptions, or DNA genes: fast, close, wet, risk, injury and death. To survive in the 21st century, fire service leadership must change our cultural paradigm to automatic fire protection that does not accept fire loss.

Free

Cancer Reduction in the Fire Service

Ocean City Convention Center 4001 Coastal Highway, Ocean City, MD, United States

The Cancer Reduction in the Fire Service class is an overview of the current status of cancer in the fire service and highlights the state and federal regulations, national standards and best practices that promote the reduction of cancer in the fire service.
This class dives into the current industry data of cancer among firefighters, what state and federal regulations and national standards apply to reducing firefighter cancer and industry best practices to reduce cancer in the fire service in a practical way.

Free

How Safe Is Too Safe?

Ocean City Convention Center 4001 Coastal Highway, Ocean City, MD, United States

Over the last several years, there has been a push to discontinue the practice of interior fire attack or operating in the “offensive” mode on the fire ground. Historically data collection and analysis has focused on the “negatives” associated with operating on the fire ground, this being property loss, civilian fire fatalities, and firefighter line of duty death. It has not been until recent years that the fire service has begun to track “grabs” or the civilians we save. The data subset most frequently used to discourage the practice of interior fire attack is firefighter line of duty death. We are told year after year about the high number of firefighter line of duty deaths. However, data from the US Fire Administration clearly shows a decline in firefighter line of duty deaths since tracking began in the 1970’s. With a few notable exceptions such as 9/11 and the last two years due to COVID-19. Yet, there is now a push more than ever to discontinue the practice of interior fire attack. Despite this, the fire service has far more education, PPE, and tools as opposed to years prior. Throughout this course we will examine over 20 years of firefighter line of duty deaths and examine the causes of death in the line of duty to highlight the need to continue interior fire attack in the fire service.

Free

Surviving PTSD; A Success Story

Ocean City Convention Center 4001 Coastal Highway, Ocean City, MD, United States

The main objective of the presentation is to bring awareness to the mental health and PTSD crisis within the 1st responder community. To focus on getting people to talk about what we see on and off the job to bring about mental wellness and resiliency. The biggest goal is to let those out there with trauma and/or PTSD that they are not alone. Much like occupational cancer, occupational mental health needs to be addressed and this presentation does that along with offering some solutions.
The purpose for this presentation, much like the objectives, is to share a story of how unresolved trauma and PTSD can not only affect a 1st responder but their department, family, co-workers, and society. By being transparent and sharing my personal stories of struggles, failures, lows and highs, loss and even gain and then wrapping it up with how I turned it all around into a success story, it provides hope. Our job as 1st responders is thankless from the get-go and for most of us that’s ok cause it is not what we signed on for. However, not being able to or not knowing how to deal with and heal from what we see and do during our career(s), is not what we signed on for.

Free

Firefighters Insurance and Benefits

Ocean City Convention Center 4001 Coastal Highway, Ocean City, MD, United States

Fire/EMS companies pay for insurance just in case something happens. When “just in case” shows up at your station, are you really covered?
This seminar has 2 primary objectives:
• To identify the property, liability and member exposures faced by volunteer Fire/EMS companies every day – from a risk management perspective.
• To inform members on how insurance works to protect the corporations and their volunteers, and the options available to them.
This seminar is presented in everyday language and provides an interactive format for participant comments and questions.
Topics covered include apparatus valuation methods and liability, coverage for COVID-19, station buildings & contents and operational liability. The Workers Compensation and benefits policies for each county are explained.
Specific risk subjects also include firefighting foam pollution liability, theft of funds, HIPAA, Directors & Officers liability and fund-raising activities. An expanded focus this year is benefits for members, both through the station and available on an individual basis.

Free

Creating a Psychologically Healthy Fire Department

Ocean City Convention Center 4001 Coastal Highway, Ocean City, MD, United States

This course from the National Volunteer Fire Council and the American Psychological Association's Center for Organizational Excellence is designed to empower fire department leadership to promote and support healthy, high-performing fire/EMS departments. Based on the framework from the Psychologically Healthy Fire Departments initiative, this course focuses on six key practices - member involvement, health and safety, member growth and development, work-life balance, member recognition, and effective communication - to facilitate member well-being and department functioning.

Free

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Ocean City Convention Center 4001 Coastal Highway, Ocean City, MD, United States

CANCELED: 5th Annual Hair of the Dalmatian 5K

Firefighter Memorial Boardwalk & North Division Street, Ocean City, MD, United States

The 5th Annual Hair of the Dalmatian 5k, sponsored by O.C. FOOLS, starts at the Firefighters Memorial, located at the Boardwalk & North Division Street on Thursday, June 22, 2023.

$5.00 – $100.00

Fire and EMS Memorabilia Flea Market

Performing Arts Center, Convention Center 4001 Coastal Hwy, Ocean City, MD, United States

Location: Convention Center Performing Arts Center Lobby

Free

Department Registration

Ocean City Convention Center 4001 Coastal Highway, Ocean City, MD, United States

Location: Convention Center Room 208 Upper Level

Executive Committee Meeting

Ocean City Convention Center 4001 Coastal Highway, Ocean City, MD, United States

Location: Convention Center Room 201 Upper Level

PDI Sunday, “Teaching Strategies for Introverted Learners”

Ocean City Convention Center 4001 Coastal Highway, Ocean City, MD, United States

Presenter: Bob Midkiff, MFRI Instructor Room 201 Description: Teaching Strategies for Introverted Learners will acquaint fire department instructors with the unique characteristics of introverted students, their strengths and weaknesses, and unique learning styles. Learning strategies and best practices will be demonstrated and applied for enhanced learning outcomes in the classroom. Link to register: Click here

Maryland EMT Skills Recertification (2nd of 2 sessions)

Ocean City Convention Center 4001 Coastal Highway, Ocean City, MD, United States

This is the 12-hour psychomotor skills session required for Maryland EMT recertification. Class will be conducted in two six-hour sessions. PLEASE NOTE – The student will still need 12 hours of continuing education either online through MFRI or physical attendance at several available sessions.

MSFA/LAMSFA Bingo

Convention Center Dockside Hall 4001 Coastal Hwy, Ocean City, United States

Location: Dockside Hall, Convention Center

Miss Fire Prevention Contest

Performing Arts Center, Convention Center 4001 Coastal Hwy, Ocean City, MD, United States

The Miss Fire Prevention Contest will take place at the Ocean City Convention Center on Sunday, June 16, 2024

Instructor PDI; Interactive Classroom and Gamificatiom

Ocean City Convention Center 4001 Coastal Highway, Ocean City, MD, United States

Presented by:  Ruddhi Wadadekar, Instructional Designer, MFRI Room 201 This is a 3 hour PDI. Registration is through the MFRI website. The Interactive Classroom and Gamification workshop features demonstrations of instructional tools, hands-on exercises, engaging conversations, and practical workshops. Attendees have the opportunity to explore creative ways to gamify their teaching to enhance student engagement […]

MSFA/LAMSFA Joint Memorial Service

Bay Front Ballroom, Convention Center 4001 Coastal Hwy, Ocean City

The MSFA/LAMSFA Joint Memorial Service will take place at the Ocean City Convention Center in the Bay Front Ball Room on Sunday, June 16, 2024.

Firefighters Nite

Fish Tales Bar & Grill 2107 Herring Way, Ocean City, MD, United States

Maryland Fire-Rescue Services will be hosting Firefighters Nite at Fish Tales Bar & Grill on June 16th at 7:00 PM!

Department Registration

Ocean City Convention Center 4001 Coastal Highway, Ocean City, MD, United States

Location: Convention Center Room 208 Upper Level

Babysitting Safety Workshop (4 hours)

Ocean City Convention Center 4001 Coastal Highway, Ocean City, MD, United States

Presented by: Lisa Wilson EMT BA is the Family Advisory Network (FAN) Chair for the Maryland EMSC Department and State Partnership Grant Room 202 Child and Babysitting safety is intended for teens and young adults (13-18 years) interested in babysitting as a business, or who have responsibility for younger family members. This course gives teenagers […]

Free

Maryland Recruitment Showcase

Performing Arts Center, Convention Center 4001 Coastal Hwy, Ocean City, MD, United States

Location: Convention Center Performing Arts Center Lobby  

Traffic Incident Management and Post Crash Care for EMS – National Roadway Safety Strategy (NRSS)

Ocean City Convention Center 4001 Coastal Highway, Ocean City, MD, United States

Presented by: Joseph Tebo, FHA, Office of Operations; USDOT Program Manager; Todd Leiss, Traffic Incident Management Specialist at Jacobs Engineering Room 201 Joe Tebo will cover how to enhance the survivability of crashes through expedient access to emergency medical care, while creating a safe working environment for vital first responders and preventing secondary crashes through […]

Free

College Degrees: What, When, How

Ocean City Convention Center 4001 Coastal Highway, Ocean City, MD, United States

Presented by: John Todaro BA, NRP, RN, TNS, NCEE, CHSE, CHSOS Director/Principal Consultants with Eagle Emergency Education Consultants Room 203 This presentation will discuss what a degree can do to enhance an emergency services provider's career. What degree majors are available and the value they can add to an emergency services provider’s career. How to […]

Free

Neurodiversity & the First Responder

Ocean City Convention Center 4001 Coastal Highway, Ocean City, MD, United States

Presented by: Dr. Jenelle Abnett; Professor at Neumann University in Aston, PA.; Advisor for the Neumann University Branch of the Philadelphia Eagles Autism Foundation College Program Room 204 Neurodiverse individuals make up 15-20% of the population. This group includes people with autism spectrum disorder, ADHD, and processing disorders such as dyslexia and dysnomia. Unfortunately, individuals […]

Free

Ready, Set, Go-Team

Ocean City Convention Center 4001 Coastal Highway, Ocean City, MD, United States

Presented by: Michael Broussard, CRNA; Anesthesia Lead STC Go Team; Shannon Hagan, CRNA Room 205 The Shock Trauma Go Team exists to assist field providers with advanced care. This session will cover the training, capabilities, and the inner-workings of the Shock Trauma Go Team. There will be some case presentations and interactions from the audience.

Free

Death During Search

Ocean City Convention Center 4001 Coastal Highway, Ocean City, MD, United States

Presented by: Bill Carey, Assistant Editor FireRescue1, EMS1 Room 207 A detailed look at line-of-duty death data involving fireground search. This presentation will cover United States Fire Administration (USFA) data regarding search and rescue on the fireground. The information shared will explain the USFA data, common misconceptions, inaccuracies and deeper, factual details. Errors regarding the […]

Free

CSST Awareness and Safety: Lessons from Two Maryland LODDs

Ocean City Convention Center 4001 Coastal Highway, Ocean City, MD, United States

Room 206 Presented by: Celeste Flynn and Sara Laird Celeste Flynn and Sara Laird, wives of fallen firefighters LT Nate Flynn and BC Josh Laird, will discuss the hidden dangers and challenges presented by corrugated stainless steel tubing (CSST) and its propensity for failure during lightning events. Material will cover the full LODD analysis conducted […]

Free

Call to Order; Second Session

Performing Arts Center, Convention Center 4001 Coastal Hwy, Ocean City, MD, United States

Location: Bay Front Ballroom, Convention Center

Lithium-Ion Battery Fires, a Challenge for the Fire Service

Ocean City Convention Center 4001 Coastal Highway, Ocean City, MD, United States

Presented by: Daniel Murray, Deputy Chief, Haz-Mat Operations, FDNY New York, NY Located in Room 207 NYC suffered 18 civilian fatalities from fires started by lithium-ion batteries in 2023. Chief Murray calls NYC the laboratory for this new technology and its impact on the fire service. He will cover response, safety, procedures, mitigation, removal, interagency […]

Free

It’s Ok to Say I’m Not Ok

Ocean City Convention Center 4001 Coastal Highway, Ocean City, MD, United States

Presented By: David Lewis, Instructor; NFA, MFRI, and UMD; Susan Hilton, Damascus VFD, Maryland Room 201 As individuals, we carry the weight of everyday stresses around each day: work, family, financial status, having more time to enjoy life. Couple that with the mental stresses of emergency response: witness to life and property loss, sleep deprivation, […]

Free

Building Communication Skills

Ocean City Convention Center 4001 Coastal Highway, Ocean City, MD, United States

Presented by: John Todaro BA, NRP, RN, TNS, NCEE, CHSE, CHSOS; Director/Principal Consultants with Eagle Emergency Education Consultants Room 204 This presentation will discuss the concept of “Role-Play” as an educational tool and how it can be used to improve Communication Skills. Emphasizing role-play’s application in teaching communications skills to improve patient care and leadership […]

Free

Commercial Fireground FACTS

Ocean City Convention Center 4001 Coastal Highway, Ocean City, MD, United States

CANCELED Presented by: Chief Christopher J. Naum, SFPE; Chief of Training, Command Institute, Center for Fireground Leadership Room 204 The Buildings and Structures that provide occupancy and use for commercial functions and services continue to evolve at a rapid pace with emerging construction methods, new materials and innovated architectural treatments and emergent engineering practices. Presenting […]

Free

Volunteer Fire Department Non-Profit Management

Ocean City Convention Center 4001 Coastal Highway, Ocean City, MD, United States

Presented by: Jerry Ozog; Executive Director of the Pennsylvania Fire & Emergency Services Institute Room 205 This seminar is designed for board members, administrative, and operational leaders responsible for volunteer fire or EMS organizations. Effective nonprofit management of membership driven organizations requires a unique set of knowledge, skill, and abilities. Leaders have a legal responsibility […]

Free

Critical Assessment; Thinking About the Call Before It Happens

Ocean City Convention Center 4001 Coastal Highway, Ocean City, MD, United States

Presented by: Joe Cvach; Battalion Chief, Anne Arundel County FD Room 202 For both fire and EMS incidents, there are multiple assessment pneumonics and tricks to focus on assessment. However, the evaluation begins before the call is even dispatched. Knowledge of the area, familiarity with the community, and even previous interactions go into the assessment […]

Free

LODD Planning Considerations and Lessons Learned from the Family Perspective

Ocean City Convention Center 4001 Coastal Highway, Ocean City, MD, United States

Room 206 Presented by: Celeste Flynn and Sara Laird Celeste Flynn and Sara Laird, wives of fallen firefighters, will share their experiences navigating the LODD paperwork and processes in the years following their husbands’ deaths. They will discuss gaps and process failures, share knowledge and resources they learned along the way, and offer insight that […]

Free

Family Night at Jolly Roger Amusement Park

Jolly Roger Amusement Park 2901 Coastal Highway, Ocean City, MD, United States

Family Night at Jolly Roger Amusement Park will take place in Ocean City, Maryland on Monday, June 17th

Voting Opens

Ocean City Convention Center 4001 Coastal Highway, Ocean City, MD, United States

Pet First Aid and CPR

Ocean City Convention Center 4001 Coastal Highway, Ocean City, MD, United States

Presented by: Mark Driscoll; Rescue Encore, LLC This is a hybrid course that offers a blended curriculum of Pet CPR & First Aid and Wag’N’s pet oxygen mask training. Because first responders are already trained in bleeding and wound management, we will cover the topic as a refresher. The time saved by reviewing the material […]

Free

Victims, Firefighters, When They Are One and the Same

Ocean City Convention Center 4001 Coastal Highway, Ocean City, MD, United States

Presented by: Phil Davis Phil Davis is a Clinical Education and Resource Manager for MASIMO Corporation Room 201 This classes focus on firefighter safety and rehab, with an emphasis on carbon monoxide (CO). Additionally, departments are using the technology more and more to determine CO poisoning/exposure on EMS calls. Classes typically run 90 minutes to […]

Free

Pediatric Medical Calls; Beyond the ABCs

Ocean City Convention Center 4001 Coastal Highway, Ocean City, MD, United States

Presented by: Danielle Joy, Paramedic; EMSC Education Specialist Room 201 Pediatric Medical Calls: Beyond the A-B-Cs. Through the presentation of case studies focused on childhood illness at different ages, this presentation will emphasize the importance of the across the room assessment and clear communication and keep observations skills to prioritize medical emergencies. Pediatric EMS calls […]

Free

Commanding the Mayday

Ocean City Convention Center 4001 Coastal Highway, Ocean City, MD, United States

Presented by: Douglas Brinkley, Division Fire Chief at BWI Airport Fire-Rescue Department, Fire Chief at Lansdowne VFD in Baltimore County Room 203 This presentation raises conversation and thought about how you, as the incident commander, commands a MAYDAY. When one of your own members are down, what do you do next? Discussion will also include […]

Free

Leadership Personnel Development

Ocean City Convention Center 4001 Coastal Highway, Ocean City, MD, United States

Presented by: Dustin Housewright, CFO, CEMSO, MIFireE Room 206 Organizations have ignored the responsibility to develop personnel for succession planning, and prepare their leaders to lead rather than manage. Often it is seen as a bad thing to develop others to your knowledge. We will discuss why this is imperative for a high-performing team and […]

Free

The Art of the Company Chauffer

Ocean City Convention Center 4001 Coastal Highway, Ocean City, MD, United States

Presented by: Brian Edwards, Career Apparatus Technician: Fairfax County Fire Rescue Department, VA; Volunteer Firefighter/EMS; Warrenton Volunteer Fire Department Engineer, Driver, Technician, Chauffer, Wheelman. Call it what you want, but we can all agree that the driver operator must do more than just drive from the firehouse to the call. During this interactive lecture, we […]

Free

Not Your Garden Variety Fire: Multi-Family Operations

Ocean City Convention Center 4001 Coastal Highway, Ocean City, MD, United States

Presented by: Kevin Manhardt, Captain; Squad Co 8, Horry County FD Myrtle Beach, SC Room 201 With rapid changes to today’s socioeconomical landscape and the rapid growth of suburban communities, we are seeing more American’s forego the white picket fence to take up residence in a multi-family occupancy. These buildings are also following today’s trends […]

Free

Reading the Building: Building FACTS and the Size-up on Today’s Fireground for Officers and Commanders

Ocean City Convention Center 4001 Coastal Highway, Ocean City, MD, United States

CANCELED Presented by: Chief Christopher J. Naum, SFPE; Chief of Training, Command Institute, Center for Fireground Leadership Room 202 Today’s buildings and occupancies continue to present unique challenges to command and operating companies during combat structural fire engagement. Building and occupancy profiling, identifying occupancy risk versus occupancy type, construction methods, features, systems and components require […]

Free

Vehicle Crash Scene Cues; Size Up Through the Eyes of a Mechanical Engineer

Ocean City Convention Center 4001 Coastal Highway, Ocean City, MD, United States

Presented by: Dr. Janet Bahouth D.Sc. BMW and Hyundai Accident Research Program Room 203 Automotive vehicles are different today. Roadways are different today. Crashes continue to happen and if you know what to look for at the scene, your patient assessment will be well informed. This workshop will provide a new look at a crash […]

Free

Insurance 101 for Fire and EMS Leaders

Ocean City Convention Center 4001 Coastal Highway, Ocean City, MD, United States

Presented by: David Snyder; Risk Management Program Specialist at ESIP Room 204 Fire and EMS agencies have unique challenges when it comes to insurance. As leaders in these organizations, it is important to understand what you are paying for, and what you should expect from your insurance partners. Not every policy is the same, and […]

Free

Implementing a Babysitting Safety Program

Ocean City Convention Center 4001 Coastal Highway, Ocean City, MD, United States

Presented by: Lisa Wilson BA EMT is the Family Advisory Network (FAN) Chair for the Maryland EMSC Department and State Partnership Grant Room 205 This 90-minute didactic presentation is intended for members of Volunteer Fire/ EMS/ Rescue station who are interested in developing a program for babysitting or enhance an existing program. No limit on […]

Free

Joint Installation of Officers

Bay Front Ballroom, Convention Center 4001 Coastal Hwy, Ocean City

The Joint Installation of Officers will take place at the Ocean City Convention Center in the Bay Front Ball Room on Tuesday, June 18th

Prayer Breakfast

American Legion Post 166 2308 Philadelphia Ave, Ocean City, United States

The Prayer Breakfast will take place at the American Legion Post 166 at 7:30 am on Wednesday, June 19th!

$16.00

$10,000 Raffle Drawing

Bay Front Ballroom, Convention Center 4001 Coastal Hwy, Ocean City

The $10,000 Raffle Drawing will take place at the Ocean City Convention Center in the Bay Front Ball Room on Wednesday, June 19th.

MSFA 2024 Parade & Awards

Baltimore Avenue, Downtown Ocean City Baltimore Avenue, Ocean City, MD, United States

Location: Downtown Ocean City, Baltimore Avenue, Line-up at Inlet Parking Lot *Parade route between 16th & 30th Street on Baltimore Avenue 1300-MSFA Parade 1700-Awarding of Parade Prizes & Trophies - Convention Center Dockside Hall