Fayette County Receives Firefighters’ Cancer Reduction Grant from ACCG

FAYETTE COUNTY, Ga. — December 17, 2025 — Fayette County has received a $4,913.39 reimbursement check through ACCG’s Local Government Risk Management Services (LGRMS) Firefighter Cancer Reduction Awareness Program Reimbursement Grant. Fayette County Fire and Emergency Services was selected as a 2025 grant recipient. The funds were presented today by Joe Dan Thompson of ACCG to Fire Chief Jeffrey Hill at the Fayette County Fire and EMS Training Facility.

LGRMS has collaborated with fire service partners to develop and implement the Firefighter Cancer Awareness Action Plan, aimed at reducing cancer risks among firefighters statewide. This year’s focus included continued rollout of a train-the-trainer program for the course “Taking Action Against Firefighter Cancers.” The course addresses firefighter cancer risks and prevention strategies and provides participants with lesson plans, PowerPoint presentations, and all necessary training materials to train their own agencies.

To further promote awareness and risk reduction, LGRMS continues to offer an incentive program that awards reimbursement grants of up to $5,000 to fire departments for the purchase of equipment that helps reduce firefighter cancer exposure.

The reimbursement received by Fayette County was used to purchase 45 particulate hoods, an essential component of firefighter turnout gear that protects the head, neck, ears, and throat from heat, fire, and carcinogenic byproducts of combustion.

“We have purchased 45 particulate hoods, which are part of firefighters’ protective gear,” said Fire Chief Jeffrey Hill. “The total cost for the hoods was $4,913.39, and they play an important role in reducing exposure to harmful contaminants.”

ACCG developed these firefighter cancer reduction initiatives to support counties and cities across Georgia in protecting the health and well-being of first responders. By encouraging education, awareness, and the use of protective equipment, the program helps reduce long-term health risks faced by firefighters.

Fayette County Fire and Emergency Services remains committed to the safety, health, and long-term welfare of its firefighters, and participation in programs such as this reflects the county’s continued dedication to those who serve the community.

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