Spring Seminar Series Kicks-Off in February

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"Taxpayer/Strip Mall Fires: Is the Risk Worth the Reward?" is the topic of this year's Spring Seminar Series. Captain Ken Begbie, FDNY and Chief George Zayas, West Haverstraw Fire Department will lecture from February through March in Clinton, Monroe, Onondaga, Otsego, and Saratoga Counties.

This program will focus on what makes fires in "taxpayers" so dangerous for firefighters, as well as what tactics and procedures will help keep firefighters safe. Designed for everyone from the newest firefighter to the chief of department, this program will give participants an in-depth look at the many hidden dangers involved with this type of building fire and will make one think, "Is the risk worth the reward?"

"I personally invite each and every NYSAFC member to take advantage of this wonderful educational opportunity," says NYSAFC President Frank "Skip" Sylvester. "I look forward to seeing you all there."

Ken Begbie is a 29-year veteran of the fire service currently assigned as captain of Engine Co. 63 in the Bronx. His previous assignments include Engine 82 and Ladder 31 as a firefighter and Engine Co. 47 as a lieutenant. Begbie is also a life member of the Haverstraw Fire Department where he reached the rank of captain. He is a certified New York state fire instructor working at the Rockland County Fire Training Center, as well as a NYSAFC Hands-On Training Program instructor.

George Zayas is a 27-year veteran of the fire service currently serving as chief of the West Haverstraw Fire Department. Zayas is also a certified New York state fire instructor working at the Rockland County Fire Training Center, as well as an instructor for the NYSAFC Hands-On Training Program and FDIC H.O.T. Program.

Take advantage of the discounted registration fee for NYSAFC Individual and Department Members. Pre-registration and on-site registration available for all locations.

For additional information, including dates, times, and seminar sites, or to download a pre-registration form, click here.