The new version of the landmark fire safety training program igot2kno is up and running! This is the landmark online, free, campus fire safety training program that you can use on your campus today! Go to the site at www.igot2kno.org or learn more about this great training resource.
Legislation signed in Illinois that will require sprinklers in Greek housing.
On July 27, 2010, Governor Quinn signed legislation that will require the installation of sprinklers in Greek housing by 2019.
Grants awarded to Minger Foundation
Minger Foundation has been awarded two campus fire safety grants, one for a campus fire sfaety community service program this September and another to develop fire safety information for students with disabilities. Read more
Senator Brown introduces new fire safety legislation following visit by students and parents on Capitol Hill during National Campus Fire Safety Month.
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Proposed changes in smoke alarm standards
Legislation introduced in Massachusetts calls for sprinklers in residence halls and Greek housing
Fire safety and the environment
National Campus Fire Safety Month
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What is Campus Firewatch?
Campus Firewatch is a monthly electronic newsletter that has been in publication since 2000. Each month it provides an in-depth look at the complex issues facing school and community officials.
Recent issues have included...
Social marketing and reaching today's Net Gen
Campus Fire Safety Right-to-Know Requirements
Does data matter?
Smoke alarms and the issues between photoelectric and ionization
Green issues and fire safety
iGot2Kno education program
Fire retardants and cancer
National Campus Fire Safety Month
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Included in each issue is the most comprehensive compilation of campus-related fire incidents and an update on the status of campus fire safety legislation.
