February 24, 2010
Fire and EMS Department Alert UPDATE!
The Harris County Fire Marshal’s Office will continue conducting background/criminal history checks related to the application for employment or membership in Fire and EMS Departments.
After several discussions with the Texas Department of Public Safety ("DPS") HCFMO is authorized to perform the background checks through the Crime Records Secure Website. This site does not allow out of state background checks, it will only allow for a State of Texas background check.
If a department wants a complete background check including out of state they can request the individual to provide them with one by clinking on this link http://www.fbi.gov/hq/cjisd/fprequest.htm Once submitted, this report is returned with the information to the individual. A department may require that the individual bring a copy of the FBI background check to our office for review. For more information please contact Laurie Christensen.
January 1, 2010
Fire Hydrant Fix
In July 2009, the Clow Valve Company discovered a serious defect in the fire hydrants
it manufactures. The upper stem assemblies were corroded. Over time, this condition
causes the hydrant to be inoperable. Hydrants cast in 2002, 2003 and 2004 were
located in communities throughout Texas and require immediate attention. MUDs,
fire departments and ESDs concerned whether their area is affected should visit
the company’s website at www.clowvalve.com or call 1-800-829-2569.
December 7, 2009
Apartment/Condominium Fire Safety
If there’s a fire in my apartment/condo building, do I leave or do I stay? If I leave, do I take the stairs or the elevator? If I’m in a stairwell, how do I get out safely? If I stay, how do I protect myself and let firefighters know where I am? You have only seconds to react so it’s vital you know and practice fire safety. By knowing exactly what to do and when to do it, you’ll be prepared in case of fire.
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