2010 Training Dates Are Filling Up Fast
The spring and fall 2010 Company Special Training dates are filling up fast on the Fire Science Academy’s calendar. While you are planning your training schedule over the next few months, make sure to contact George Quick by calling (866) 914-0015, or via email at gquick@unr.edu to discuss available dates and reserve your position on the calendar.

FSA Worldwide and Professional Development – Reaching New Heights in Career Development
We all can use an edge these days when discussing our own personal career paths. Extended Studies certificates and short courses offer hands-on skills and knowledge that can be applied immediately in the workplace. For more information regarding the Professional Development courses available through the University’s Extended Studies program, please visit http://www.extendedstudies.unr.edu.

5th Annual Joint Western Region Mine Safety and Health Conference
October 26-28, 2009,
Silver Legacy Resort and Casino, Reno, Nevada
Sponsoring agencies from the mining industry, government and education present the 5th Annual Joint Western Regional Mine Safety and Health Conference, October 26-28, 2009, Reno, NV. Committed to exploring ways to improve health and safety in the mining industry, the purpose of this premier conference is to:

• Build partnerships focusing on zero fatalities, injuries and occupational illnesses in the
  mining industry
• Foster relationships and open communication between industry and federal agencies
• Create a better understanding of how to send healthy miners home after each shift

Vital health and safety information and networking
opportunities for:

• Mining Associations and Companies
• Safety and Health Professionals
  
• State Grant Coordinators
  
• Mining Equipment Manufacturers
  
• Mine Workers and Students

For information, and to register for the conference, please visit www.nevadamining.org/conference

“On The Move” at the
Fire Science Academy

Recent Promotions:
Val Esplin – Val Esplin, a fixture in the FSA maintenance department, recently accepted the position of Facility Supervisor III at the Fire Science Academy. This is a promotion for Val.
Beau Alanis – Beau, a very familiar face on our training field, was recently promoted to Safety Specialist I.
Jason Adams – Jason, another stalwart on the training field, was recently promoted to Safety Specialist I.

New Hires:
Natacia Eldridge – Natacia has joined the staff of the Fire Science Academy as an Administrative Assistant I, and will be working with the Registrar’s office.
Clint LeSueur – Clint has joined the staff of the Fire Science Academy as an Accountant Technician II. Clint will be working with Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable at the Carlin campus.
Diviesh Bhakta – Diviesh has recently joined the staff of the Fire Science Academy as an Administrative Assistant I and will be working with the Purchasing/Receiving department and will work in the FSA Gift Shop.
Kathy Goicoechea – Kathy has joined the staff of the Fire Science Academy as a Wastewater Treatment Operator I. Kathy will be working with the Facilities Maintenance department.
Yohon Heimer – Yohon has joined the staff of the Fire Science Academy as a Maintenance Repair Aid III. Yohon will be working with the FSA training field operations and Safety department.
Angel Aguirre – Angel has joined the staff of the Fire Science Academy as a Maintenance Repair Aid III. Angel will be working with the FSA training field operations and Safety department.
LaNae Van Tassel – LaNae has joined the staff of the Fire Science Academy as a Custodial Worker I. LaNae will be working with the Facilities Maintenance department.

The Fire Science Academy
Welcomes School Tours
From time to time throughout the year, the Fire Science Academy has the privilege of hosting students from the local school districts for a field trip.  Over the last two weeks, school groups from West Wendover, Carlin, and Elko and been on campus.  While here, they have the chance to tour the campus, try on bunker gear used by firefighters during their training, and to observe the live training taking place on the training field.  To arrange a tour for your group, please give us a call at (775) 754-6003.  Tours are available throughout the year