What is the Youth Firefighter Training Program of the Grand Falls Windsor Fire Department ?
The youth firefighter training program is a program for high school students offered by members of the fire department. Students in Grade 11 and 12 are recruited and given basic training in fire safety, fire fighting, and first Aid. The program runs for 12-15 weeks with one training per week plus special activities. During the program students learn about the chemistry and behavior of fire, use and maintenance of self-contained breathing apparatus, firefighter safety, fire extinguishers, fire attack, search and rescue, rescue over ladders, aerial ladder operation, hose loads and advances. During the program students can also get certified in first aid and Basic Life Support (CPR) if they wish. The program concludes with a full day on the fire department training ground doing actual simulations in the smoke house and the training tower. Other special events include firefighting theme wake-a-thon fundraiser, car washes, and fundraisers for Muscular Dystrophy. At the end of the of the pro
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