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SAFETY CONCERNS SCBA mask use is being logged on larger calls, however, they need to be logged every time they are used, including training. · Make sure traffic laws are obeyed when coming to the station for a fire call. There was discussion on PALS and what changes, if any, will be done with them. FF I & 2 vs. ASSOCIATE DEGREE · An Associate Degree in Fire Science is the equivalent to Fire Fighter One and Two, however, State Certification must still be passed. COMMITTEE'S STATION (42 The Central Park location will not be available for a new station. The State Attorney General's office has six case laws citing that a deed cannot be changed once deeded, even by the owners. · There is a piece of property across from there, that would not compromise the location. Next week Chief Kapler will meet with the land owner. ENGINE #3 · Will need a station first, however, the specs can be written. Bob Simpson reported on the Anoka County Fire Protection Council meeting he and Tom Hoxter attended in July. The October meeting will be hosted by the Ramsey Fire Department. Bob Simpson reviewed the materials he looked through for Fire Prevention Week, October 4 - 10. He would like to receive more free videos to give to the daycare facilities to show before the Fire Fighters visit, so the children are prepared for them. The materials will be in the fire office alter the meeting for anyone to review and make recommendations. FEMA has reimbursed the City $38,000 for storm damage sustained in the May 15, 1998 storm. A new pop machine is set for delivery. It will be located in the front of the fire bay between the two front doors. Dave Ameson will discard the old one. Hepatitis B shots are still available at Mork Clinic. The shot clinic is open Monday - Friday, 9:00 a.m - 5:00 p.m. Let Tom know when you go. FIRE DEPARTMENT/AUGUST 12, 1998 Page 3 of 4