The Missoula Rural Fire District Training Officer works with a cadre of Career and Volunteer Firefighters to provide ongoing instruction in Fire Operations, Emergency Medical Service (EMS), Hazardous Materials Management (HazMat), and Vehicle Extrication. Our Training Program also covers Rope, Confined Space, Trench, and Water Rescue.
TRAINING
PROGRAM
Our weekly program spans three days--
Tuesday through Thursday--at Station #1 from 1900 - 2200 hours (7 to 11 pm). Training sessions are based on Shift Assignments. In the outlying stations, training is covered on a daily basis; all firefighters rely on online training material, including MRFD's Intranet. Information includes Drills, Evolutions, and Training Rosters.
August 31*
September 1*
September 2*
* Training @ Station #1 @ 1900 hours
2010 TRAINING
PROGRAM SCHEDULE
Captain Paulsen examines nozzle, SCBA and fire behavior training in the Burn Trailer.
August - September Training*
*REQUIRED Training (Shifts A - C)
SCBA Emergencies,
PPE Inspection, and
Fire-Ground Safety
September 9 - Driver/Operator Training
September 16 - TBD
September 23 - TBD
September 30 - TBD
These training date topics are still "up in the air," says Capt. Paulsen, "but I promise we will make it worth your time to attend."
