Get Ready for the 116th Annual Conference & FIRE 2022 Expo!

NYSAFC 116TH ANNUAL CONFERENCE & FIRE 2022 EXPO
JUNE 15-18 • THE ONCENTER • SYRACUSE, NY

EXHIBITS

Over 200 vendors from across North America will be participating! Exhibits are open from Thursday, June 16 through Saturday, June 18 at The Oncenter. View the interactive floorplan and growing list of exhibitors.

Exhibit Hours at The Oncenter
Thursday, June 16: 12:00 – 4:00 p.m.
Friday, June 17: 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Saturday, June 18: 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.

ATTENDEE REGISTRATION

FREE One Day Tickets for entry to the expo are available from FIRE 2022 vendors. Tickets can also be purchased in advance or at the door:
• Pre-Registration: $25 (includes three tickets)
• On-Site: $10 (per day)

Conference Full Term Registration for entry to the expo and fire/EMS classes can also be purchased in advance or on-site:
• NYSAFC Individual Member: $100
• Non-Member: $175

No tickets or badges will be mailed to pre-registrants after June 3. They must be picked up on-site at The Oncenter Box Office.

HOTELS
If you need rooming, you can make reservations online or by phone directly with these properties.

PARKING
Convenient parking will be available for $5 per day in The Oncenter lot and garage, directly across the street from the venue. Plan ahead and view our map showing all the available parking lots/garages in the area (with addresses).

SCHEDULE OF EVENTS
View the full conference and expo schedule of events.

ANNUAL CONFERENCE GENERAL SESSION
Please note the new location – The Oncenter Ballroom. All attendees are invited to attend the General Session on Thursday, June 16 from 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. It will begin with the Association Business Meeting (9:00 – 10:00 a.m.), followed by the Memorial Service (10:00 – 11:00 a.m.), and the Keynote Address "Staying Focused on the Mission" presented by Chief Thomas Richardson, FDNY (11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.).

HANDS-ON TRAINING
Eight Hands-On Training courses will be delivered at the Syracuse Fire Department Training Center from Thursday, June 16 through Saturday, June 18. It’s not too late to register, but sessions are filling up quickly! Courses include: Advanced Thermal Imaging Camera Ops • Advanced Vehicle Extrication • Aggressive Interior Fire Attack • Fire Behavior On the Inside • First-In Officers’ Responsibilities • Hoarder Fires • Truck Company Essentials: The Tasks That Must Get Done • Truck Company: Saw Work and Roof Ops.

CLASSROOM EDUCATION PROGRAMS
Nearly 40 fire and EMS classes will be presented at The Oncenter from June 15-18, open to Conference Full Term Registrants only. Wednesday is an education day only (no exhibits)! Certified EMS providers can earn CMEs for attending EMS sessions.

CODES TRAINING
Students can earn in-service codes hours by completing Codes Training courses on June 15 & 16 at The Oncenter. Students can register for training on one or both days. Special registration required.

FIRE DISTRICT ADMINISTRATORS’ TRAINING SERIES
Students can register for one or both programs in this new series at The Oncenter. “NYS Fire Commissioner Training” on June 15 meets and exceeds the requirements of Town Law 176-e, is approved by the NYS Comptroller, and satisfies fire commissioner training requirements for those required to complete training within 270 days of election or appointment. “Fire Chiefs and Fire District Commissioners: Who’s Really in Charge” on June 16 addresses the unique legal and practical relationship between the fire chief and fire district board of fire commissioners. Special registration required.

FIRE 2022 9/11 MEMORIAL STAIR CLIMB
Climb to remember on Friday, June 17 at the Carrier Dome on the campus of Syracuse University. Sign up or donate to support the NFFF and FDNY CSU.

BLOCK PARTY
Network with attendees at the Block Party on Friday, June 17! Join us on South Warren Street at the Marriott Syracuse Downtown from 5:00 – 8:30 p.m. for live music, food, and beverages. Open to all, rain or shine!

VISIT SYRACUSE
Plan ahead for your trip to Syracuse! Learn more about local restaurants, shops, and family friendly activities to enjoy after show hours.

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