THOMASTON FIRE DEPARTMENT CITIZEN FIRE ACADEMY
Citizen Fire Academy:
The Thomaston Fire Department wants to maintain a close relationship with the citizens we serve. To further promote this relationship, we have developed the Citizen Fire Academy.
What is the Citizen Fire Academy:
The Citizen fire Academy is a dynamic 9 week program designed to provide participants with inside view of the organization and operations of the Thomaston Fire Department. The program includes live demonstrations, classroom learning and hands-on experience – all of which are intended to give the participants a true feel for the Thomaston Fire Department.
Who can participate:
The Citizen fire Academy is open to anyone 18 years of age or older who lives in the Thomaston/Upson County area and has no felony convictions.
What participants will learn:
Week 1 – History of the Fire Service, Organization & Procedure and Fire Behavior
Week 2 – Station Tour, Emergency Apparatus and Equipment Training
Week 3 – Personal Protective Equipment and Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus
Week 4 – Search and Rescue
Week 5 – Portable Fire Extinguisher Training and Live Fire Training
Week 6 – CPR
Week 7 – Fire Prevention
Week 8 – Vehicle Extrication
Week 9 – Graduation
When:
Each academy lasts 9 weeks, classes meet on Tuesday evening from 6:30 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Where:
Thomaston Fire Department
121 West Thompson Street
Thomaston, GA. 30286
