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Citizen’s Fire Academy in Temple
If you're interested in becoming a firefighter, or if you're interested in what our area firefighters do and how they do it, then this is for you.
Temple Fire & Rescue are giving people a chance to see what it takes to be a part the fire department.
Why do fire hydrants have different colored tops? What is a Paramedic Engine Company? These and so many more question will be answered every Tuesday in the 9 weeks of classes. The classes will be April 4th to May 30th from 6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.
Other things that will be discussed include...
- Fitting of Turnout Gear
- CPR training and overview of EMS operations
- Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus and smoke training
- Use of Thermal Imaging Camera
- Use of fire streams
- Ladder Truck Demonstration
- Fire & Safety Awareness
- Emergency Management and Arson Investigation
Plus more.
The classes are absolutely free and all materials will be provided.
Contact Temple Fire & Rescue at (254) 298-5682 to register.
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