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  • To cooperate with governmental agencies, organizations and officials, as well as insurance organizations, in the furtherance of the objects of GAFSED and the public.
  • To gather information and statistics and other pertinent data relative to the fire equipment industry, and to distribute information to government agencies, organizations and officials, as well as insurance organizations, users, and the public regarding the fire protection industry, the products distributed by it.
  • To recommend to the fire equipment industry such trade policies and practices as will stabilize the industry and protect the public interest. And to eliminate such practices which cause injury to the industry and to the public interest. To gather and disseminate information and ideas which will improve the State’s fire protection and increase the competence of the fire equipment industry. Each member of this association acknowledges the responsibility interest in the sale and maintenance of fire protection equipment distributed by it and pledges to perform its work and service it’s customers with the highest degree of honesty, skill and integrity that such responsibility infers.
  • To further the joint interest of and to build good will between distributors, dealers and manufacturers of the fire equipment industry.
  • To develop specifications and standards for the fire protection equipment, and to undertake such other programs as to be proper to enhance and promote the welfare of the fire protection industry.

 

Membership:

As dramatic changes reshape the fire equipment industry in Georgia, it is critical that owners join together to uphold the dignity, honor and integrity of the fire equipment profession.

DUES Schedule

Annual Active Membership $175.00

Membership beginning January 1st and ending December 31st (based on calendar year)


Annual Associate Membership $575 (Includes a booth at the Annual Conference)

Membership beginning January 1st and ending December 31st (based on calendar year)

GAFSED is dedicated to:

 

  • Lobby the adoption of uniform standards and codes governing the fire equipment industry.
  • Build good will among members, distributors, dealers, and manufacturers of the products of our industry.
  • Work to develop or recommend policies and practices to stabilize the industry and promote the public interest.

 

GAFSED

Membership Benefits

As a member of GAFSED, you will enjoy numerous member benefits including:

  • Continuing Education Seminars featuring quality education at affordable prices. Last year GAFSED offers state-approved EEC’s (Credit Hours) at areas located centrally within the State. Members enjoy reduced registration fees.
  • Randy Carlisle Memorial Scholarship Program is an educational scholarship program offered to owners, employees, and their children of GAFSED member companies. This scholarship will be awarded for the purpose of helping further their education beyond high school (applicants must be between the ages of 17 to 25).
  • GAFSED LOGO Members in good standing can use the registered GAFSED logo for marketing on vehicles, letterheads, uniforms, etc. AHJ’s across the state recognize the logo as the sign of professional service!
  • GAFSED Annual Conference and Trade Show featuring large fire equipment trade show and educational seminars. Members enjoy reduced registration fees & EEC Training.
  • Representation with the Fire Marshal’s Office, the Legislature and many other regulatory agencies that affect the fire equipment industry.
  • Website - www.GAFSED.com - featuring all aspects of GAFSED including information about membership, education, regulation as well as the current calendar of events and links to other industry websites. A special login “MEMEBRS ONLY” section containing access to meeting minutes, By-Laws and member materials.
  • Updates to Members on important notices, rule and law changes and other issues that may affect the fire equipment industry.

Types of Membership

  • Active Membership – Firm or company actively engaged in sales, selling, distribution and servicing of portable fire extinguishers, fire protection equipment, or fire suppression systems other than water.
  • Associate Membership – Individual, firm or company who shall provide manufacturer or supply products or services to Active or Associate Members of the Association
  • Professional Membership – IIndividual, firm or company who shall provide professional services for the fire protection industry or governmental regulatory or training agencies.

Your GAFSED membership pays for itself… Members save on average $50.00 per person per EEC class. If your needs are for as few as 2 permitted technicians, with multiple training needs, you have recouped your membership in tuition discounts!

You can also download our application below. Please complete the the application and send along with payment to:

Tracy Williams

PO Box 889

Suwanee, GA 30024

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