Tag: fire protection

The Value of Skilled Trade Certifications: A Pathway to Career Advancement and Safety

By Dan Pickel, NFPA Feb 19, 2024 Energy Management and Lighting

Updated: Feb 19, 2024

Certifications have become a cornerstone in the professional development of skilled trade workers, particularly in the fire, electrical, and life safety realms. Certification programs are designed to be comprehensive, promoting competency and safety in various specialized domains. In today’s competitive job market, the value of certifications extends far beyond a mere acknowledgment of skills; it […]

Faces of Facilities: Ty Dupass from the Community College of Philadelphia

By Joe Bebon, Editor Jan 23, 2023 Faces of Facilities

Updated: Jan 23, 2023

As a native New Yorker, Ty Dupass considers the September 11th tragedy a “pivotal moment” in his career and is particularly proud of his degree in fire science, which he has “dedicated to the service persons and civilians who lost their lives on 9/11.” Dupass currently serves as Director of Environmental Services and Life Safety […]