Former firefighter helps community prepare for acts of terrorism

KINGSTON, R.I. – February 12, 2009 – Peter Ginaitt, director of emergency preparedness at Lifespan will discuss, “Readiness for Acts of Terrorism” at the University of Rhode Island’s Forensic Science Seminar.


The discussion will take place on Friday, Feb. 13, from 3:30 to 5 p.m. in Pastore Hall, Room 124. The seminars are free and open to public.


Ginaitt has been a state representative since 1992 and had 20 years of experience working with the Warwick Fire Department before moving to LifeSpan.


At LifeSpan, Ginaitt is working to improving the public heath infrastructure and bioterrorsim preparedness.