The Advantage
A Newsletter from the Miami Valley
Fire/EMS Alliance – January 2012
Member Departments: Bellbrook, Brookville., Clayton, Dayton, Englewood, Germantown, Harrison Twp., Huber Heights, Jackson Twp., Jefferson Twp., Kettering, Miami Twp., Miamisburg, Moraine, New Lebanon, Oakwood, Phillipsburg, Trotwood, and Washington Twp.
Associates & Affiliates: 1-800-BoardUP, MVCTC & Sinclair Community College
Executive Director’s Message
With the start of the New Year I have begun my adventure as the new Executive Director. I want to thank you for this new opportunity. I must admit that I’m very excited. Good things are happening at the Alliance in 2012. We have the CPAT test equipment set up and the first flight of candidates have begun their process. The second flight will begin on January 14th. I will be in the office a few days a week and out on the road visiting with each of our members and potential new members. I hope to renew old friendships, establish new ones and get to see each of our members’ firehouse operations. I’ll have a survey in hand, but I’ll appreciate your candid remarks and suggestions. Without your input, support and encouragement the Alliance would not be able to continue the “Alliance Advantage.” So until I see you at a committee, a board meeting or at the firehouse, I wish you and your families a Happy & Healthy New Year!
Stay safe,
David M. Kimbler
CPAT – Up and Running!
CPAT is at the Kettering Business Park (old DESC) building. Coordinator Mike Muhl and the numerous CPAT Proctors have begun the first CPAT session F-1. The next Mandatory Orientation is January 14, 2012 0830-1330 for W-1. The website will have the practice dates and other training listed.
If you have questions regarding CPAT you may contact Mike Muhl at 937-510-6063.
Communications Committee
The Communications Committee met on January 5, 2012. Discussion items included a presentation by Gerstner regarding the MARCS Radio Systems. Look for more information on the Alliance website soon.
Entry Level Testing FY 2012
All tests will begin at 9:00 a.m. This is a new start time which we think will allow people that are traveling more time to arrive safely given all of the construction on our area highways. Testing will be held in Room 234 unless otherwise notified.
All tests will begin at 9:00 a.m. This is a new start time which we think will allow people that are traveling more time to arrive safely given all of the construction on our area highways. Testing will be held in Room 234 unless otherwise notified.
2012-A -- January 9
2012-B -- March 5
2012-C -- May 5
2012-D -- July 9
2012-E -- September 10
2012-F -- November
All tests will begin at 9:00 a.m. This is a new start time which we think will allow people that are traveling more time to arrive safely given all of the construction on our area highways. Testing will be held in Room 234 unless otherwise notified.
January 18, 2012 MVFEA Board of Directors Meeting
Two emails have been sent out announcing the next Alliance Board of Directors Meeting with attachments of the previous minutes and agenda. Please print off the agenda and previous minutes. By responding to the email, we will be able perk the correct number of pots of coffee. There will be elections for the next Chair, V-Chair and Executive Committee Members. In addition, we will be presenting the Customer Service Awards to the Outstanding Individual and Organization for 2011. Your attendance is greatly appreciated and encouraged.
Congratulations to Brookville's New Asst. Fire Chief Asst.
Chief Ron Fletcher has begun his full-time position for the City of Brookville. Chief James Nickel will be retiring in March after many years of dedicated service not only with the City of Brookville, the Alliance, but also to the Search and Rescue community especially OH-TF 1. The Alliance wishes Chief Nickel a very happy retirement!
Training Committee
The Alliance Training Committee will meet on January 10, 2012 in Room 241. Topics for discussion are future regional trainings, the Flash-Over Simulator and Blue Card. Please send your Training Officers if possible. Training will be a top priority in 2012. Frank Clay is hosting another "Webinar" on January 11 from 9-10 a.m. "How to Do a Flow Test." Login at http://connect.sinclair.edu/fclay Log-in as guest, type your name (in the spot for guest) and wait to be accepted into the group. Thanks to Sinclair's Frank Clay for providing a very cost-effective training. All training is archived. If you have questions about the process contact Clay at 937-512-2728.
EMS Supplies Bid
The Alliance received eight EMS Supplies Bid vendor packages. From the eight, two chose not to bid. The EMS Supplies Bid for 2012 was awarded to Midwest Medical Supply Co., LLC at 888-540-3232. Their discount is 28% of List Price. Copies of the announcement and Bid Tabs have been sent out electronically via email. If you require additional information, copies are available at the Alliance office. Any further questions can be directed to Director Kimbler at 937-512-5108.
Upcoming Events:
January 9, 2012 - 9:00 a.m. - 2012-A Entry Level Test, Sinclair Building 20, Room 234
January 10, 2012- 9:00 a.m. - Training Committee, Sinclair Building 20, Room 241
January 11, 2012 - 9:00 a.m. - Training - "How to Do a Flow Test"- Frank Clay Sinclair Bldg. 20
January 14, 2012 - 8:30 a.m. - CPAT Orientation, Kettering Business Park
January 16, 2012 - Office Closed for MLK Day
January 17, 2012 - 9:00 a.m. - Executive Committee Meeting, Sinclair Building 20, Room 244B
January 18, 2012 - 9:00 a.m. - MVFEA Board of Directors, Sinclair Building 20, Room 121
January 21, 2012 - 8:30 a.m. - CPAT Practice Session - Kettering Business Park
Executive Committee:
Chief William Gaul, Chair, Washington Township Fire Dept.; Chief Robert Bobbitt, Miamisburg Fire Dept.; Asst. Chief Michael Caudill, Dayton Fire Dept.; Chief Anthony Trick, Moraine Fire Dept.; Public Safety Director Rick Rose, Vice Chair, City of Clayton -- David Kimbler, Executive Director, This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it Jackie Leland, Office Manager This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
The Advantage
A Newsletter from the Miami Valley
Fire/EMS Alliance – February 2012
Member Departments: Bellbrook, Brookville., Clayton, Dayton, Englewood, Germantown, Harrison Twp., Huber Heights, Jackson Twp., Jefferson Twp., Kettering, Miami Twp., Miamisburg, Moraine, New Lebanon, Oakwood, Phillipsburg, Trotwood, and Washington Twp.
Associates & Affiliates: 1-800-BoardUP, MVCTC & Sinclair Community College
Executive Director's Message
February is Heart Month. Not just a time to remember your Valentine - which is a good thing, but also your heart health. The statistics are still terrible - 50% of all firefighters' deaths are due to coronary disease. When the call goes out the adrenaline goes up and stays up far after the event. I'd like to remind our members that the Health & Wellness Template is still on the Alliance website. There are so many helpful resources on the web or at your local community recreation centers. I know how easy it is to pick up the remote and not your running shoes. But if you show your heart some love, you might just be around for a long time for the ones that love and depend on you.
Stay safe,
Dave Kimbler
January 18, 2012 MVFEA Board of Directors Meeting
There was an excellent turn-out for the Janaury 18, 2012 Board of Directors Meeting. Thanks to all that are serving on the Executive Committee for the coming year; Michael Caudill, Dayton Fire Department, William Gaul, Washington Twp. Fire Department, Steve Milliken, Trotwood Fire Department, Rick Rose, Clayton Public Safety and Anthony Trick, Moraine Fire Department. William Gaul and Rick Rose were elected the Chair and Vice Chair respectively. Thanks to Chief Nickel for his support of not only the Alliance, but also Search and Rescue from the local, to the State and to the Federal teams. Thanks to Chief Bobbitt for his service to the Executive Committee and the EMS Committee. Chief Bobbitt annouced that Chief Matt Queen was selected as the new Fire Chief for the Miami Valley Joint Fire District. The Alliance wishes them all the best in 2012 and beyond.
MVFEA 2011 Annual Report
The Miami Valley Fire/EMS Alliance Annual Report for 2011 is close to completion. As in years past, the report will highlight the work of the Board of Directors and the committees. The report will place emphasis on economy of scale through the bid process, the heavily discounted services, regional cooperation and life-saving trainings. In addition, there is a section for reports from OH-TF1, Region 3 Rescue Strike Team and Dayton Regional Hazardous Materials Response Team. The Annual Report will be presented at the April 25, 2012 Board of Directors Meeting.
MVFEA.COM
The Alliance has a new friend, indeed. Boxcar, Inc. has agreed to help maintain the Allaince website. There are new postings and changes being done almost daily. Jackie has the ability to email the changes to our representative Bob Farr. If there are things that you'd like to see changed or added you can email her at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .
Welcome New Members
Angler Construction Services was approved as a new member at the January 18, 2012 Board of Directors Meeting. Contact information is Rhonda Potter 937-262-7000 or
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CPAT - Information on the Website
Check out the left side of the home page under CPAT. The current information is listed with contact information for the Lead CPAT Proctor Mike Muhl. Practice and Tests dates are also listed.
Entry Level Testing FY 2012
The Firefighter Entry Level Testing is listed below:
2012-B -- March 5
2012-C -- May 5
2012-D -- July 9
2012-E -- September 10
2012-F -- November 5
All tests will begin at 9:00 a.m. This is a new start time which we think will allow people that are traveling more time to arrive safely given all of the construction on our area highways. Testing will be held in Room 234 unless otherwise notified. Register at nationaltestingnetwork.com
2011 Customer Service Award Winner
Congratulations to Frank Clay, recipient of the 2011 Customer Service Award for Outstanding Individual. Frank's contribution to the monthly online training webinars has greatly enhanced the level of training available. Clay in turn said that he could only accept the award on behalf of his team at Sinclair. Thanks Frank and all the members of the Fire Academy!
Training and Communications Committees
The Training and Communications Committees are very active - BUT they need your help. Please send members to participate. Future trainings will be very timely and exciting for both. Special thanks to Ron Fletcher, past Chair. He was instrumental working on the Communications Template and other projects. Mike Stewart, DFD, has volunteered to be the new Chair. Jeff Buerschen, HHFD, is the Chair for the Training Committee. Tim Shafer, MFD, has stepped down from the Chair, but he will continue as a member the Training Committee. Thanks to all that participate. There is plenty of room and all are very welcome to attend!
Upcoming Events:
February 4, 2012 - 8:30 a.m. - CPAT Practice Session, Kettering Business Park
February 8, 2012 - 9:00 a.m. - "How Much Water Do You Need to Put Out a Fire?"Webinar/Sinclair
Building 20, Room 121 - Frank Clay
February 11 2012- 8:00 a.m. - CPAT Exam, Kettering Business Park
February 14, 2012 - 9:00 a.m. - Training Committee, Sinclair Building 20, Room 244B
February 16, 2012 - 2:30 p.m. - MVFIA, Sinclair Building 20, Room 241
February 21, 2012 - 9:00 a.m. - Executive Committee Meeting, Sinclair Building 20, Room 244B
February 25, 2012 - 8:30 a.m. - CPAT Practice Session - Kettering Business Park
March 1, 2012 - 9:00 a.m. - Communications Committee, Sinclair Building 20, Room 234
March 5, 2012 - 9:00 a.m. - 2012 B Firefighter Written Test, Sinclair Building 20, Room 234
Executive Committee:
Chief William Gaul, Chair, Washington Township Fire Dept.; Chief Robert Bobbitt, Miamisburg Fire Dept.; Asst. Chief Michael Caudill, Dayton Fire Dept.; Chief Anthony Trick, Moraine Fire Dept.; Public Safety Director Rick Rose, Vice Chair, City of Clayton -- David Kimbler, Executive Director, This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it Jackie Leland, Office Manager This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
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