The Alberta Fire Training Officers Association is excited to host Derek Alkonis, presenting on Wildland Urban Interface (WUI) Research Applied on the Fireground.
Derek Alkonis is a Research Program Manager for the Fire Safety Research Institute, a part of UL Research Institutes that manages the implementation of organizational initiatives related to firefighter health and safety and spearhead FSRI’s efforts in addressing wildland urban interface including the recent analysis of the Maui wildfires. Prior to joining FSRI, Derek served 31years with the Los Angeles County Fire Department, most recently as Assistant Fire Chief in charge of the Air and Wildland Fire Division. During his tenure with LA County, he helped establish the department as a leader in fire ground safety and fire service wellness-fitness. As a firm proponent of training, he has developed and implemented innovative programs supporting fire ground tactics, survival, and fire fighter health.
Please join us on Wednesday, May 1, 2024 at 7:00pm for this amazing opportunity to engage in discussion and learn from Derek's vast knowledge and experience!
Registration will close 48 hours prior to the event, at which time a link to join the webinar will be emailed to all registrants. For AFTOA members, you can share your link with any member of your fire department.
If you have any questions, please email contact@aftoa.ca.
