Firefighters Burn Institute

“The sacramento area firefighters local 522 members elect the board members of the firefighters burn institute.”

“Once the draft of the annual 990 is prepared by a contracted cpa in collaboration with the firefighters burn institute accounting staff and executive director, it is reviewed by the presidet and secretary/treasurer of the board of trustees. The 990 is also provided to the entire board of trustees for review and comments prior to being filed.”

“The firefighters burn institute regularly monitors and enforces compliance with the conflict of interest policy. Any member of the board, staff member,committee member, volunteer or donor can request to have the issue of a conflict of interest addressed by notifying the firefighters burn institute executive director or the president of the board of trustees. Board members are made aware of their responsibility to disclose any proposed activities which present or may be a conflict of interest to the president or executive director and have them approved in advance by the board of trustees. If deemed necessary, outside professionals, including attorneys are contracted to review any perceived conflicts. A statement is signed by each board of trustee member annually, agreeing to the terms of the conflict of interest policy. Enforcement is the responsibiity of the board of trustees under the guidance of the current president of the board.”

“When determining compensation for firefighters burn institute executive director, ceo, top management and other officers or key employees, an annual salary proposal is submitted to the president and the secretary treasurer of the board of trustees in written format by the ffbi executive director, along with current salary information for comparable job descriptions in similar geographic areas for similar agencies. The determination of compensation is made after deliberation of the board of trustees as a whole, once compensations comparisons, projected budget, staff performance, job descriptions and other relevant information hae ben reviewed.”

“When determining compensation for firefighters burn institute executive director, ceo, top management and other officers or key employees, an annual salary proposal is submitted to the president and the secretary treasurer of the board of trustees in written format by the ffbi executive director, along with current salary information for comparable job descriptions in similar geographical areas for similar agencies. The determination of compensation is made after deliberation by the board of trustees as a whole, once compensation comparisons, projected budget, staff performance,job descriptions and other relivant information have been reviewed.”

“The firefighters burn institute adheres to a public disclosure policy, which includes retaining a binder on the premises at 3101 stockton blvd, sacramento, ca 95820, containing current governing documents, conflict of interest policy and financial statements. The documents are available for review during business hours. If requested, the firefighters burn institute will provide copies of these documents via mail or e-mail.”

“Burn survivor recovery support - assure the most advanced burn care is available to those who require it by financially supporting the purchase of medical equipment, promoting and supporting construction of and improvements to burn treatment facilities and supporting skilled burn care professionals, firefighters, and first responders with continuing education grants, scholarships, and classes. Burn recovery programs: the firefighters kids camp is a special summer camp for young burn survivors, which incorporates psychosocial elements in order to help the children deal with their scars and disfigurement, as well as physical elements to help build confidence and self esteem. An adult burn survivor retreat and a burn survivor cruise provide the unique opportunity for adults and families who have been affected by the pain, disfigurement, and life changes resulting from a serious burn injury to meet with others who have gone through a similar experience. The programs provide a forum to encourage healing from the inside out, learning to cope with grief, anger and emotions, overcoming fears and building confidence, and providing a safe environment for discussing intimate relationships, sexuality and disfigurement. Monthly recovery group meetings provide a forum where patients, family, and friends are encouraged and educated about the burn injury and recovery process. Burn recovery social gatherings and events are scheduled throughout the year to bring together burn survivors, firefighters, volunteers, and friends of the firefighters burn institute to the benefit of all participants. "little heroes" preschool burn camp is a model burn recovery program designed for pre-school burn survivors ages 3 to 6 years old and their families. This unique three-day program includes physical therapy, social and skill-building activities for pre-school children who have suffered severe burns, while also providing on-site education, counseling, and support for the child's caregivers and siblings.”

“Burn prevention - regional juvenile firesetter program is an intervention program for youth who play with or set fires. Children are assessed, provided fire safety education and if needed, referred for professional counseling. Fire and burn prevention literature and materials are made available for community education at no cost. Safety fairs are hosted and coordinated to bring the message of burn prevention and fire safety to large numbers of people. Burn research - clinical and laboratory research grants are awarded to researchers and burn care professionals in an effort to gain new knowledge and insight to facilitate advancements in burn care and improve treatment of burn injuries.”