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The Richmond Fire Department is a volunteer fire department that has a total of Firefighters and EMT's. Volunteers choose if they would like to participate in EMS services, firefighting or both. If you think you would like to become a volunteer or you would like to see what the fire department does we welcome you to come by the fire station on Thursday nights at 7:00pm. We are always looking for a few good, committed people. You are more than welcome to come by the station, attend drills, train with us, and see if the fire service is for you. The department will pay for your training and protective equipment, but does require a commitment.
EMSEach EMT has been trained to minimum level of EMT-B and some to the level of EMT-I. EMT's are required to recertify. To make sure that this perishable knowledge is maintained they must maintain CME (continuing education hours) which is generally achieved by attending Thursday drills. Drills are a time for members to train, work and learn together. Members are required attend 70% of drills. This assures that members achieve their CME hours and the ongoing training required to be proficient.
FirefightersFirefighters have many of the same requirements as EMT's. They are required to attend drills in the same manner. Firefighter are required to pass a minimum of Firefighter I training which trains them to fight structure fires. To fight wildland fires, firefighters acquire their "red cards", a certification and yearly training from the Forest Service. In the firefighting profession there are certifications for each specialty or discipline. Some of the additional certifications that our personnel earn are:
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