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Fire Department Safety Officers Association, S.O. Sidelines

Fire Department Safety Officers Association S.O. Sidelines
by Fire Department Safety Officers Association

The Fire Department Safety Officers Association was formed in 1989 for the purpose of addressing firefighting safety issues. Today, more than 3,000 members represent public, private and industrial fire and EMS personnel around the world. The FDSOA is an accredited certifying agency of the National Board on Fire Service Professional Qualifications. The FDSOA membership and Board of Directors are active in many facets of the fire service including the National Fire Protection Association. For additional information on certification and membership as well as its Annual Safety Forum October 27-31 in Orlando, Fla., go to FDSOA.org.
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