NFPA 1006 – Rope Rescue 2 (Tech) Class# 1 Complete
/in news /by Eric DiRosarioAbove photo: students and instructors from the Spring 2015 Rope Rescue Technician course.
The first NFPA 1006 Rope Rescue Level 2 (Technician) completed the final day of evolutions today. Congratulations RIFA Rope Level 2 – Class #1
NFPA 1002 (Driver Operator/Pumper)- Cumberland
/in news /by Eric DiRosarioA Driver/Operator – Pumper (NFPA 1002) program will be presented in Cumberland beginning Monday, September 8, 2014. Any member of your department interested in attending this course should forward a registration to the Rhode Island Fire Academy.
This course is nationally accredited through the National Board on Fire Service Professional Qualifications.
Start Date: September 8, 2014 (See attached schedule.)
Location: Cumberland Rescue HQ, 1512 Mendon Road,Cumberland
Cost: Contact Chief Brian Jackvony, 401-722-5992
Prerequisite: Firefighter Level 1
**PPE is required for pumping practicals**
Textbook: NFPA 1002 Standard for Fire Apparatus Driver/Operator Professional Qualifications 2009 Edition.
Register by August 4, 2014: Forward registrations to: Rhode Island Fire Academy
Tina.ahlborg@sfm.dps.ri.gov
Fax: (401) 462-4250
NOTE: There are limited openings available.
Rhode Island Fire Academy Wins $425,000 Federal Grant
/in Instructor notification, news /by Eric DiRosarioTHURSDAY, JUNE 19, 2014
Article is Courtesy of: www.reed.senate.gov
EXETER, RI – U.S. Senators Jack Reed and Sheldon Whitehouse and U.S. Representatives Jim Langevin and David Cicilline today joined with state fire and public safety officials in announcing $425,000 in federal funding to help upgrade training equipment at the Rhode Island Fire Academy. Administered by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security’s Assistance to Firefighters Grant (AFG) program, the federal funds will help the state fire academy acquire a new fire engine, 18 Self-Contained Breathing Apparatuses (SCBA), and hands tools, such as axes, hydra rams, and K-12 saws, which will support the practical educational component of the academy’s curriculum.
Located on property near the Rhode Island Veterans Memorial Cemetery on Route 2, the Rhode Island Fire Academy is run through the Office of the State Fire Marshal. The Academy provides firefighters with basic training and specialized courses ranging from arson detection to hazardous materials to rope rescue and more.
“This federal funding will help ensure the Rhode Island Fire Academy has the tools and equipment to fulfill their training needs. It will offset the cost of a new truck and equipment to help make the training more effective and realistic and teach firefighters the latest techniques,” said Senator Reed, who leads an annual fire grant workshop to help fire departments across the state apply for competitive federal assistance. “I appreciate the great work that Colonel O’Donnell, Fire Marshall Chartier, Fire Academy Director Pare, their teams, and all our firefighters do to keep our communities safe. I will continue working hard to provide federal assistance to help staff and equip our fire departments throughout Rhode Island and ensure they have the state-of-the-art facilities and gear they need to be effective.”
“Rhode Island firefighters put their lives on the line to keep our communities and businesses safe,” said Senator Whitehouse. “It’s up to us to get them the training and equipment they need to do their job. I’m glad to see Rhode Island firefighters will be better equipped, and I congratulate the Rhode Island Fire Academy on receiving this important funding.”
“The Rhode Island Fire Academy is the hub of fire service training and education for our firefighters, and this crucial funding will benefit every fire department across the state,” said Congressman Langevin. “Rhode Island is fortunate to have some of the best public safety officials in the country, and this grant award will further support their efforts to keep our cities and towns safe.”
“Like all Rhode Islanders, I am grateful to our courageous first responders who protect our local communities every day,” said Congressman Cicilline. “I am proud to support the Assistance to Firefighters Grant program and these federal funds will help the Rhode Island Fire Academy prepare brave men and women for a tough job that is critical to protecting property and saving lives. I will continue to work to provide the resources our communities need to give our local first responders the training and equipment they require.”
“We are very appreciative of the Congressional delegation’s efforts to assist us and making it possible to apply for the original grant. The fruit of this effort is being announced today. The Fire Academy services over 2,700 students and this equipment will allow us to take our firefighter 1 & 2 program up to the national standards,” said Colonel Steven G. O’Donnell, Superintendent of the State Police and Commissioner of the State Department of Public Safety.
According to recent statistics from of the Rhode Island Association of Fire Chiefs, Rhode Island has approximately 4,000 firefighters and roughly half of them are volunteers.
Last year, Congress appropriated $320.9 million for competitive, federal AFG grants to help fire departments and non-affiliated EMS organizations nationwide. So far this year, Rhode Island has received $1.285 million in fiscal year 2013 AFG funds.
Nationwide, 10,700 applications were submitted for AFG funds, available to fire departments, non-affiliated EMS organizations and state fire training academies. The grants are awarded on a competitive basis to the applicants that most closely address the program’s priorities and demonstrate financial need. More information on the Assistance to Firefighters Grant Program can be accessed at http://www.fema.gov/firegrants
– See more at: http://www.reed.senate.gov/news/release/rhode-island-fire-academy-wins-425000-federal-grant#sthash.ltZnR63n.dpuf
NFPA 1001 Level 1 – Westerly Fire Class#242 (Starts Sept 3rd)
/in news /by Eric DiRosarioRhode Islland Fiire Academy – Course Announcement
Prerequisite: NIMS 100, 200, and 700
Date: September 3, 2014 (See schedule.)
Site: Westerly Fire Department
7 Union Street
Westerly, RI 02891
Class Time: 6:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.
Cost: Based on enrollment
($250.00 – $375.00)
Register by: July 14, 2014
Students may purchase textbook through the Rhode Island Fire
Instructors Association:
IFSTA 6th Edition – Essentials of Firefighting
(Including – Chapters 23 & 24)
Notice: HazMat Operations is now part of the Firefighter I
curriculum. Students must fill out 2 registration forms, one
for the Firefighter I portion of the class and a second for
HazMat Operations. Please forward copies of NIMS 100,
200, and 700 certificates.
If you have any questions, please contact Tina Ahlborg at:
tina.ahlborg@sfm.dps.ri.gov or 462-4211.
NFPA 1001 Level 1 – Open Enrollment Class#243 (Starts Sept 3rd)
/in news /by Eric DiRosarioRhode Island Fire Academy – Course Announcement
Prerequisite: NIMS 100, 200, and 700
Date: September 3, 2014 (See schedule.)
Site: RI Fire Academy
118 Parade Street
Providence, RI 02909
Class Time: 6:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.
Cost: Based on enrollment
($250.00 – $375.00)
Register by: July 14, 2014
Students may purchase textbook through the Rhode Island Fire
Instructors Association:
IFSTA 6th Edition – Essentials of Firefighting
(Including – Chapters 23 & 24)
Notice: HazMat Operations is now part of the Firefighter I
curriculum. Students must fill out 2 registration forms, one
for the Firefighter I portion of the class and a second for
HazMat Operations. Please forward copies of NIMS 100,
200, and 700 certificates.
If you have any questions, please contact Tina Ahlborg at:
tina.ahlborg@sfm.dps.ri.gov or 462-4211.
HAZMAT Technician Course – 12Aug to10Sep
/in news /by Eric DiRosarioCourse Announcement
Hazardous Materials Technician
This program will take place 118 Parade Street, Providence.The prerequisite for this program is an accredited HMO certification (RIFA or ProBoard).You will have a two-week window for submitting your LEPC applications.
If you have any questions, please contact Christopher Albro.