Plano Fire-Rescue Chief Sam Greif has been appointed to serve as Chairman of the International Association of Fire Chiefs’ (IAFC) Terrorism & Homeland Security Committee.
The Terrorism & Homeland Security Committee is composed of fire and emergency service leaders who provide guidance to the IAFC and policymakers about how to prepare for the next terrorist attack.
The committee:
• Identifies terrorism and homeland security issues for IAFC advocacy
• Is a resource on homeland security issues
• Fosters and maintains crucial relationships with homeland security leaders
• Strengthens IAFC visibility as the fire service leader on terrorism and homeland security issues
The committee has created resources like the Terrorism Response Checklist and Guide to improve the fire and emergency service’s preparedness to respond to acts of terrorism. In addition, the committee has provided valued input to American decision makers in the White House, federal agencies and Congress about how to craft national legislation and policies to protect the public.
Chief Greif has served on the committee since 2016 and previously chaired the Subcommittee on Cybersecurity. “While the overarching goal of the Terrorism & Homeland Security Committee is to keep the American public safe, the focus of this prestigious group is developing best practices for the prevention, response, and mitigation of terroristic activities,” stated Greif. “I am honored to be a part of this group and will represent Plano and Plano Fire- Rescue to the best of my ability.”
Greif’s first action as Chair will be to lead the committee’s meeting in Charlotte, North Carolina the end of this month.
The IAFC represents the leadership of firefighters and emergency responders worldwide. IAFC members are the world’s leading experts in firefighting, emergency medical services, terrorism response, hazardous materials spills, natural disasters, and public safety legislation. Since 1973, the IAFC has provided a forum for its members to exchange ideas, develop professionally and uncover the latest products and services available to first responders.
Plano Fire-Rescue is a progressive and recognized fire department providing both emergency services (fire suppression, emergency medical services, rescue, hazardous materials response, and wildland fire fighting) and non-emergency services (fire and life safety education, building fire protection systems engineering and review, fire code enforcement and community event support) from 13 strategically placed fire stations with a roster of 388 sworn personnel and 11 civilian employees.
Plano Fire-Rescue holds a Class 1 ISO Rating, and accreditation from both the Center for Fire Accreditation International (CFAI) and the Commission on Accreditation of Ambulance Services (CAAS).
For more information about the department, visit planofire.org.
