The KSAFC Community Risk Reduction Award is a recognition given to an individual, team, or fire department for their outstanding efforts and achievements in reducing the risk of fire-related incidents and promoting fire safety within their communities. This award acknowledges initiatives, programs, and activities that effectively identify, mitigate, and address fire hazards, ultimately leading to a safer environment for residents and businesses. Recipients of this award may have implemented innovative strategies, collaborated with stakeholders, conducted educational outreach, utilized data-driven approaches, and demonstrated measurable impacts in reducing fire risks and enhancing community resilience.

To nominate an individual for this award, please include in your narrative examples to the following points as it pertains to your nomination:

Innovative Programs or Initiatives: Implemented innovative programs or initiatives aimed at reducing the risk of fire-related incidents, injuries, or property damage within the community.

Community Engagement: Demonstrated engagement with the community to raise awareness about fire safety, promote risk reduction strategies, and encourage participation in prevention efforts.

Collaboration: Fostered partnerships and collaboration with other stakeholders, such as local government agencies, businesses, schools, and community organizations, to address fire risks comprehensively.

Education and Outreach: Developed and implemented educational campaigns, workshops, training sessions, or outreach events to educate residents, businesses, and vulnerable populations about fire prevention, safety measures, and evacuation procedures.

Data-Driven Approach: Utilized data analysis and risk assessment tools to identify high-risk areas, populations, and behaviors, informing targeted interventions and resource allocation strategies.

Measurable Impact: Demonstrated measurable outcomes and impact, such as reductions in fire incidents, injuries, property damage, or improvements in community resilience and preparedness.

Inclusivity and Equity: Addressed the needs of diverse populations and vulnerable communities, ensuring equitable access to fire safety information, resources, and services.

Continued Improvement: Implemented ongoing evaluation and improvement processes to enhance the effectiveness and sustainability of risk reduction efforts over time.

Community Risk Reduction Award Criteria (PDF for download - KSAFC Community Risk Reduction Award.pdf).

NOMINATIONS

Nomination Form: Community Risk Reduction Award Nomination Form

Nomination Deadline: September 30th 

Please complete the above PDF Nomination Form and submit it by the deadline to ksafcawards@gmail.com.

If you do not receive a confirmation of your nomination on or before September 30th, please email.