In the past few years, firefighter suicides have outnumbered line-of-duty deaths. The Firefighter Behavioral Health Alliance (FBHA) estimates only a 50 percent reporting, so we are missing data on our lost brothers and sisters. This webcast involves a careful examination of firefighter and EMT suicides within the fire and EMS services. Emphasis is placed on the educational role the FBHA plays nationally through the use of data and statistics it collects. The class covers understanding emotional and physical stressors, signs and symptoms, suicide data, communication skills, how to create relationships with resources, how to create a behavioral health program, and retirement issues.
01:00 PM Eastern Daylight Time
12:00 PM Central Daylight Time
10:00 AM Pacific Daylight Time
17:00 Greenwich Mean Time
CEC: A certificate of attendance will be offered.
Duration: Approximately one hour.
Presented by:
Jeff Dill Founder, Firefighter Behavioral Health Alliance & Counseling Services for Firefighters
Jeff Dill is the founder of Firefighter Behavioral Health Alliance (www.ffbha.org) and Counseling Services for Firefighters (www.csff.info).
In 2011, Jeff founded Firefighter Behavioral Health Alliance (FBHA). This organization is a 501 (3) (C). It is dedicated to educating firefighters on suicide prevention/awareness. www.ffbha.org
He travels the country presenting workshops on FF/EMT suicide prevention, peer program development and development of policy/procedures for departments. FBHA is the only known organization that collects data on firefighter suicides across the United States as well as globally.
Jeff holds a Master’s Degree in Counseling, is a Licensed Professional Counselor, and is currently a Captain at Palatine Rural Fire Protection District in Inverness, Illinois. He is a member of the American Counseling Association, Illinois Counseling Association, Illinois Mental Health Counselors Association, Illinois Fire Chiefs Association, International Association of Fire Chiefs, and Illinois Professional Firefighter’s Association, and the International Association of Fire Fighters.
Sponsored by:
Phenix Technology
Phenix Technology, Inc. was founded in September of 1972 by veteran firefighters Ronny Coleman, a former Chief of the San Clemente Fire Department, and Ray Russell, a former Assistant Chief of the California State Fire Training Division. Phenix Technology, Inc. was founded with the goal of making safe helmets that were well-balanced, lightweight, comfortable, ergonomic, long-lasting, and could be used for any first responder needs. Now operating for over 45 years, Phenix Technology, Inc. has accumulated a wealth of design knowledge and is a recognized manufacturer of high quality professional fire helmets built to OSHA and NFPA industry standards.
Today, Phenix Technology, Inc. operates with a mission of producing high quality products and a commitment to total customer satisfaction. All levels of the organization are involved in the process of meeting or exceeding customer expectations. Staying true to their history, the company continues to strive for continual improvements in helmet design while also staying attentive to tradition and craftsmanship. In addition to fire helmets, the company has also expanded its product line to include protection for all types of emergency response, different helmet accessories, hose rollers, and collectibles. With three different helmet models, Phenix has something for everyone. Their traditional leather helmet, known as the Phenix TL-2, is the lightest NFPA compliant leather helmet on the market and offers a variety of customizable options that you won’t find anywhere else. Their traditional composite helmet, or the Phenix TC-1, mirrors the style and comfort of their TL-2 at a more affordable price. Finally, their famous First Due thermoplastic helmet brings together style, durability, and comfort for the firefighter seeking a contemporary style.
To learn more or to purchase your own helmet, please visit them at their website: www.phenixfirehelmets.com
