Once in a "Blue Moon"

Hey Everyone,

Here is some info for you.  Have you ever heard the term "Once in a Blue Moon?" - it's been said for generations because this type of occurrence is very rare.  Worth getting up earlier tomorrow?  Perhaps!!  Any photographers out there? Check this website out...video included.

https://www.cnn.com/2018/01/26/world/super-blue-blood-moon-guide-2018-intl/index.html

For Tomorrow, 1/31:

1. Time sheet(s), including any signed that have not been turned in
2. HW or Evaluation that has not been turned in
3. Career Research paper
4. Disease Research paper
5. Flashcards....bring all you have from home or find yours in the classroom.
***6. Please have at least two questions ready for our firefighter guest speaker tomorrow, Casey Potts.
7. LHS:  Are you participating in OPND on Friday?  Let me know.

***FIREFIGHTER Career Expo:

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/firefighter-career-expo-2018-livermore-ca-registration-41761548917

Firefighter Job Description & Responsibilities:

Protects citizens during emergencies by extinguishing fires; executing rescues; mitigating chemical spills.
 

Firefighter Job Duties:

• Prevents fire damage by conducting surveys and inspections for hazards; enforcing codes.
• Prepares citizens to prevent fire damage by developing and conducting educational and training programs.
• Ensures availability of water at fire scene by testing hydrants; requesting and expediting repairs; verifying repair.
• Minimizes fire damage by responding to alarms; driving and operating equipment; regulating water pressure; combating and extinguishing fires; rescuing and reviving people.
• Ensures operation of equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements; following manufacturer's instructions; troubleshooting malfunctions; notifying supervisor of needed repairs; evaluating new equipment and techniques.
• Maintains operations by following policies and procedures; reporting needed changes.
• Provides information by completing reports.
• Maintains technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; studying publications; participating in scheduled drills.
• Maintains fire station building, grounds, and related equipment by completing maintenance schedules.
• Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.

Firefighter Skills and Qualifications:

Lifting, Physical Fitness, Decision Making, Handles Pressure, Deals with Uncertainty, Judgment, Objectivity, Dependability, Emotional Control, Integrity, Safety Management

By the way, do you know what a RAOK is?  If so, you're already ahead of the game.  If not, I'll explain, as well as the fun and fulfilling assignment I am giving you tomorrow.

Take care and see you tomorrow.  There are treats comin' and a guest speaker- so don't miss out!

Ms. Erceg