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To provide a means for exchanging ideas among members and with those having specialized knowledge on particular matters affecting the fire service, and the study of such matters by its committees including the professional development and training seminars as the Association sees fit from time to time to present to its members (and/or non-members in accordance with the rules established by the Association.
To encourage and cooperate in the development of new techniques, equipment and practices and to promote more effective organizations and functions of fire departments with a view toward greater protection of life and property from the dangers of fire and other hazards including training of specialized response teams in accordance with rules established by the Association.
To provide a source of support for its members who may be encountering difficulties or problems in the performance of his duties and responsibilities as Chief, and to provide the resources which may be needed from time to time by any member for the betterment of his department or office.
To aid in the dissemination of information among the Fire Chiefs of Essex County concerning new equipment, techniques and procedures for fighting fires and carrying out the other functions of the fire service, the developments and practices within the scope of management of fire departments, and other matters affecting and concerning the fire service including the collective purchasing and maintenance of equipment belonging to the Association.
To represent the interests of those in the profession of firefighting before legislative and other bodies considering matters in which they are concerned, and to report on any legislation which affects the fire service and its members.