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West Paterson Fire Department
An ISO Class III Fire Department

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Firefighters recently attended a Mask Confidence Training Course provided by Emergency Training Associates at the Passaic County Public Safety Academy.

This program provided the firefighter with the knowledge and basic skills needed to reach a proficient level of training in the use of SCBA and their ability to survive emergency hazardous situations. Firefighter’s confidence in the use of their equipment and how to perform in emergency situations will lead to more proficient
operations. As a result, the participants will learn the:

• Inherent dangers of firefighting
• Importance of being proactive
• Implementation of a risk management plan
• Responsibilities for safe fire ground operations
• Rules for survival
• Calling of a “May Day”
• Different emergency escape procedures

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It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Firefighter David Banks, Sr.

DAVID J. BANKS, SR., 75, of Woodland Park died Thursday. Born in Paterson, NJ, Mr. Banks resided in Woodland Park for the last 52 years. He retired as a Foreman with the City of Newark Water Department. Mr. Banks was a Veteran of the United States Army.

He was a member of Living Water Church of North Arlington; a member of Rifle Camp Fire Co. #3 of the West Paterson Fire Department; a member of the West Paterson and New Jersey State Exempt Fireman's Associations; Troop #59 Boy Scouts of America of Woodland Park and a member of American Legion Post #238 of Woodland Park.
He was predeceased by his three brothers: Warren, Russell and Roland Banks and his daughter in law, Clarene Banks, in 2010.

Survivors include: his wife, the former Lila Weir; his two sons, David J. Jr. and his wife, Odalys of Bloomfield, NJ and Joseph R. Banks of Hopatcong, NJ; his sister, Victoria Muti of Ramsey, NJ; his mother in law, Jennie Weir of Woodland Park, NJ and three step grandchildren: Kier, Amir and Adam Elmonairy.

Funeral Services will be 10:00 am Monday at Bizub-Parker Funeral Home, 47 Main St., Little Falls. Interment to follow at Laurel Grove Memorial Park, Totowa. Visitation on Sunday from 2-6 pm. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions to New Jersey Fireman's Home, 565 Lathrop Ave., Boonton, NJ 07005-2245 would be appreciated.

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Happy New Year 2012!!
New Firematic Officers for 2012

1st Lieutenant Jerry O'Brien - Station 3
2nd Lieutenant Jonathan Depsee - Station 1

Thanks to 1st Lieutenants Todd Hollritt and Jason Macones for their years of service.

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It is with deep regret that the West Paterson Fire Department announces the passing of former Fire Department President Vincent J. Olivo.

Vincent J. Olivo, age 79, of Woodland Park, passed away on November 23, 2011. Vince was born in Paterson to the late James and Lena Olivo. Vince served in the United States Air Force and later worked at the Passaic Valley Sewage Commission for over 33 years. In addition to being a dedicated family man, Vince was active in many organizations. He was a parishioner at Our Lady of Pompeii Church and served on its finance board for over 25 years. He was a member and former President of Paterson Unico, the Sewage Authority commissioner for Woodland Park and Totowa, the President of Camp Hope inWest Milford, the treasurer of the 200 Club Emeritus, a member of the Woodland Park Democratic Club, a member of the Paterson Diocesan School Board, a members of the Fathers’ Club at St. Bonaventure Church and Paul VI and help develop the Mutual Aid Association of Woodland Park, Totowa, and Little Falls. In addition, one of Vince’s proudest accomplishments was serving as a volunteer Firefighter for the West Paterson Fire Co. # 1 for nearly 50 years. He was a former President, Vice President, and Trustee there and was later member of the Exempt Fireman’s Association.

Vince was the beloved husband of Teresa (nee Agnes) and the adored father of Jim Olivo and his wife Sharon. He is also survived by many nieces and nephews and was predeceased by his sister Bessie Trombino. For arrangements visit, www.santangelofuneral.com

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Members of the West Paterson Fire Department attended a forcible entry training class on July 18, 2011 and July 28, 2011. The class was instructed by Emergency Training Associates of Woodland Park, NJ.

The training was conducted using a forcible entry door manufactured by Firehouse Innovations.

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