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Sheriff’s Seminar Part I 04/06/11 |
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The first to arrive get the high priced seats | |
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Secretary McGoorty and other PNWFPA officers register attendees and accept dues. Several new fire police also took the occasion to join the Association. Attendance was just under 150 first responders. | |
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President Bodor, Deputy Commissioner Adam Stiebeling, and Sheriff Donald B. Smith welcomed those assembled. | |
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Adam B. Levy, Putnam County District Attorney, was the first presenter of the evening. He gave an in depth power point survey of the legal responsibilities, liabilities, training, and duties of peace officers. | |
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It wouldn't be a "Sheriff's" seminar without jail-house coffee & doughnuts! | |
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Former Westchester County Police Bomb Tec, Robert J. Outhouse, discussed FD response to possible explosive devices, explosions, and personnel safety when on duty. Bob is also a NYS Fire Police Instructor and active member of the PNWFPA. | |
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First Sgt. Paul Boscia, coordinator for the PCSO, takes a well deserved break. | |
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Part II 04/13/11 |
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Members arrive for the second evening' program. In addition to the training, the Association's seminars offer an opportunity to renew old, and make new friendships. | |
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As customary, the seminar began with the Pledge of Allegiance and a moment of silence to remember those who answered their last alarm. Undersheriff Peter Convery welcomed all on behalf of Sheriff Smith. | |
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Suffolk County Fire Academy Instructor Paul Gerrard gave a presentation on scene, preservation, responder safety, and observation. He was accompanied by his father, Gene, who is editor of the Volunteer Fire Police News. | |
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Coffee's ready! | |
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The PNWFPA's second guest, New York State Police Tec./Sgt. Ira Promisel, gave a Power Point program that dealt primarily with "Quick Clearance" of highway emergencies as one strategy to avoid potential injuries or deaths to first responders and the safety of the public at large. | |
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Ira helped out with the door prize drawings and Secretary McGoorty was thanked for her hard work preparing for and during the event. | |
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Until next year... | |
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