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International Association of Fire Chiefs Calls for Proactive Training
Karen Hall, National Hydrogen Association


The International Association of Fire Chiefs (IAFC) is calling on emergency responders “to be proactive in preparing for the alternative energy sources that are becoming more prevalent and the challenges these sources pose for emergency responders”.  In the August 1 issue of On Scene, the IAFC recognizes a growing deployment of hydrogen vehicles and refueling stations, as well as other applications.

Entitled “Hydrogen Update: The Future Is Now–Be Proactive”, the article gives a good overview of the NFPA codes and standards that address hydrogen, notes there are other standards, regulations, rules and laws that have been created through OHSA, NFPA, the Society of Automobile Engineers, the Department of Transportation and various industries.

The article, written by A.K. Rosenhan, PE, FIFireE, CFO, can be viewed in its entirety at http://www.iafc.org/displayindustryarticle.cfm?articlenbr=43597.