NASHVILLE – Ahead of the Fourth of July holiday, the Tennessee State Fire Marshal’s Office (SFMO) is raising awareness of the dangers posed by consumer fireworks and urging Tennesseans to leave the fireworks to the pros instead of risking their lives and possibly breaking the law by detonating fireworks themselves.
NASHVILLE – In honor of National Insurance Awareness Day (Thursday, June 28), the Tennessee Department of Commerce and Insurance (TDCI) is reminding Tennesseans to conduct an annual review of their life, home, and automobile insurance policies to ensure their coverages fit their current needs.
NASHVILLE – As Tennessee’s strong economy continues making the Volunteer State a popular destination for newcomers, the Tennessee Department of Commerce and Insurance’s (TDCI) Division of Consumer Affairs is offering tips to prospective renters on how to avoid becoming a victim of moving and/or home rental scammers.
NASHVILLE – With the arrival of summer, the Tennessee State Fire Marshal’s Office (SFMO) reminds Tennesseans to not send fire safety on vacation this year. Although summer in Tennessee has not proven to be as deadly as winter, historical fire data gathered from Tennessee fire departments reveals that summertime brings the Volunteer State its own set of fire-related dangers.
NASHVILLE – Over 90 newly certified law enforcement officers are scheduled to graduate from the Tennessee Law Enforcement Training Academy (TLETA) at 11 a.m. Friday, June 22, 2018 during a ceremony to be held at Al Menah Shrine Temple (1354 Brick Church Pike, Nashville, TN).
NASHVILLE – With new Medicare cards slated to arrive in Tennessee sometime after June, the Tennessee Department of Commerce and Insurance (TDCI) is warning Medicare beneficiaries to be wary of scammers who might use the cards’ pending arrival as an opportunity to fleece unsuspecting consumers.
NASHVILLE – With elder abuse being an ever-increasing problem, Tennessee Governor Bill Haslam has proclaimed June 15, 2018 as Elder Abuse Awareness Day in Tennessee. In anticipation of this day, the Tennessee Department of Commerce and Insurance’s (TDCI) Securities and Consumer Affairs divisions offer tips to help seniors avoid falling victim to identity theft and financial abuse.
NASHVILLE – While summer is the perfect time to break out the grill and spend time with family and friends, the Tennessee State Fire Marshal’s Office (SFMO) is alerting Tennesseans to the dangers that accompany outdoor grilling season.
NASHVILLE – Warmer weather means outdoor events like parties, weddings, and concerts where sky lanterns can often be found. The Tennessee State Fire Marshal’s Office (SFMO) is reminding concertgoers that sky lanterns—which are unmanned airborne paper lanterns fueled by flame—can only be operated in the Volunteer State by licensed fireworks professionals.
NASHVILLE – With the official start of summer ahead, music lovers are counting down the days until the kick-off of Tennessee’s outdoor festival season. With events like Bonnaroo in Manchester, CMA Fest in Nashville, and Chattanooga’s Riverbend Festival, the Tennessee State Fire Marshal’s Office (SFMO) is reminding music fans to incorporate safety into their festival plans.
NASHVILLE – In an effort to provide greater flexibility and clarity to Tennessee educators when planning for school safety emergencies, the Tennessee State Fire Marshal’s Office (SFMO) today announces new guidance for classroom safety in addition to the adoption of the National Fire Protection Association 2018 Life Safety Code rules for classroom safety measures.
NASHVILLE – As June 1 marks the beginning of the 2018 Atlantic Hurricane Season, the Tennessee Department of Commerce and Insurance (TDCI) is advising Volunteer State residents how they can prepare and protect themselves before and after severe weather.
NASHVILLE – The Tennessee Department of Commerce & Insurance (TDCI) announces the promotion of fire service veteran Gary Farley to TDCI’s assistant commissioner overseeing the Tennessee State Fire Marshal’s Office (SFMO).
NASHVILLE – The Tennessee Department of Commerce & Insurance’s Division of Consumer Affairs announces a free document shredding/drug takeback event in Jackson on Saturday, June 9, 2018, from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. (CDT). Residents of Madison County and surrounding areas will have an opportunity to safely dispose of expired or unneeded medications and shred their personal documents or records during an event aimed at promoting identity theft prevention and consumer protection.
NASHVILLE – As the school year comes to a close, many students are searching for a way to earn money during summer break. The Tennessee Department of Commerce and Insurance’s (TDCI) Division of Consumer Affairs is advising Tennesseans of all ages to be wary of job announcements that promise more than they can deliver.