Mission Statement
– The mission of the RIFIA is to provide effective continuous leadership and training to fire and emergency services instructors in the State of Rhode Island. The Association is committed to reducing firefighter fatalities and injuries by increasing firefighter safety and awareness through education.
Vision Statement
– To be recognized and respected as one of the premier fire training organizations offering the highest quality of educational excellence to Rhode Island’s fire service.
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. […]
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 […]
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 […]
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.
Fire Apparatus Driver Training Course – June 21 & 22
/in news /by Eric DiRosarioFire Apparatus Driver Training is a 16-hour training program that is designed for all firefighters who drive fire apparatus. The program includes classroom and practical applications. Topics covered include state driving laws, driver liabilities, accident prevention, defensive driving, safe driving techniques, safe driving speeds, air brake systems, auxiliary braking devices, intersection safety and safe backing […]