Texas Fire Marshals' Association (TXFMA)

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Important info 👇

INSTRUCTIONS FOR ACCESSING THE VIDEO ARE BELOW
If you are currently a certified fire inspector—or are training to become one—please take note:

As of September 1, 2025, a new state law requires your attention.

All fire inspectors must complete a free training video (approximately five minutes long) on inspecting AEDs in Texas schools. This requirement applies even if you do not currently inspect schools.

• Current fire inspectors: Please complete the required video as soon as possible.
• Fire inspector trainees (TCFP certification): You must complete this video to be eligible for certification.

This requirement was enacted by the Texas Legislature during the most recent legislative session and is now a mandatory component of fire inspector certification.

✅How to Access the Training
1. Log in to your personal FIDO account. (If you do not know your FIDO PIN, visit: https://auth.tcfp.texas.gov/Account/ForgotUsername and follow the instructions.)
2. Once logged in, look for the banner containing the link to the required video.
3. Watch the video in its entirety (approximately five minutes).
4. After the video ends, you will have 60 seconds to click the “Complete” tab.
5. Once selected, your completion will be recorded in FIDO, and the banner will disappear.

✅Verifying Completion
To confirm your completion:
• Go to your FIDO profile
• Select Records on the left side of the page
• Select CERTIFICATIONS in the Green Bar
• Scroll down to the bottom of that page and click on SPECIAL under the A List, B List, and College headings.

Your completed training will be listed there. Note: it could take up to 24 hours for it to be visible in your account.

If you experience any issues, please submit a helpdesk request at: [email protected]

TFMA Board Member and Assistant State Fire Marshal Chuck Allen providing a presentation at Texas Fire Chief’s conference.

See below 👇

***ATTN: Fire Inspectors*** (currently certified inspectors AND those who are training to become certified inspectors)

On Sept. 1, 2025, a new state law went into effect that needs your attention. If you are a certified fire inspector or someone who is training to become a certified fire inspector, you are required to watch a specific training video (approximately 5 minutes in length) regarding inspecting AEDs in Texas schools. You must watch this video even if you do not currently inspect schools.

🔹If you are currently certified as a fire inspector🔹 please complete your required viewing ASAP.

🔸If you are training to become a TCFP-certified fire inspector🔸 you must view this video in order to become eligible for the inspector certification.

This new requirement was passed by the Texas Legislature during the most recent legislative session and is now a mandatory component of your inspector certification.

More details and instructions on how to access the video will be posted to TCFP’s website and page soon. We will also be sending emails to all individuals with instructions on how to view the video, so please be on the lookout for it.

As soon as the video is available, we will post additional information.

We are saddened to share that Larry Ingram, who retired from Tarrant County Fire Marshal’s Office and also served with Hood County Fire Marshal’s Office, has passed away. Larry was a member of TFMA in the 90s and will be remembered for his service and dedication to the fire prevention/investigation community.

Our thoughts are with his family, friends, and all who had the privilege of working alongside him during this difficult time. We know this loss is deeply felt across our community.

Service information is as follows:

Visitation will be held at Wiley’s Funeral Home (400 E US Highway 377, Granbury, Texas) on Tuesday, April 7th, from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM.

Funeral services will be held at Acton Baptist Church (3500 Fall Creek Hwy, Granbury, TX) on Wednesday, April 8th at 2:30 PM, with a procession to the cemetery in Crescent to follow.

Please keep his loved ones in your thoughts and prayers.

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After many years of dedicated service, Reggie Alexander is retiring. Reggie has been a longtime member of TFMA and has made a lasting impact through his commitment, leadership, and support.

Throughout his career, Reggie has built friendships across the state and has been a trusted voice within the association. His contributions and passion for the profession will certainly be missed, but his legacy will continue through the many people and programs he influenced.

Please join us in celebrating Reggie and wishing him the very best in retirement. Details for his retirement party are below!

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