2009 Brentwood Citizen's Fire Academy
Have you ever wondered what it is like to be a firefighter?

Prying the door off a small car, the operator of the “jaws of life” looks over his shoulder. Although he wears full fire gear, he is not a firefighter. Repelling down a training tower, the face of a 55 year old grandmother beams up as she begins her first descent. Most people may never get to try either of these experiences, but it is all part of the curriculum for the Brentwood Fire Department’s Citizen Fire Academy.

Designed to provide a glimpse into the duties of the department, the academy is often described as being as good as, if not better than, many departments’ initial training program for their own recruits. Although students are offered the opportunity to participate in activities ranging from fire training in ‘the grill’ to touring the fire safety house, participants are only asked to participate directly in activities that they feel comfortable with.

The Brentwood Fire Department Citizen Academy is open to adults, with preference given to Brentwood residents and business owners. The Academy offers over 30 hours of instructional time, and meets twice a month (with two Saturdays) running for 3 months. 

Those wishing to apply may complete the online application form or download an Application and fax to 371-6617074.   If you have questions, please call 371-0170 or E-mail.

2009 Citizens Fire Academy Schedule
                     
 
July 30th:  History, organization, recruitment, and administrative forms
 
August 13th: Tour Fire Stations and Communication Center
 
August 27th:  Fire Codes, Investigations, and Inspections                                                      
 
September 10th:  Fire Operations – IC, Accountability, Strategy and Tactics
 
September 12th:  Extrication – Classroom & Hands-on
 
September 19th:  Extrication – Classroom & Hands-on
 
September 24th:  Hazardous Materials – Basic Strategy and Tactics, Equipment
 
October 8th:  Public Education – Home Fire Safety, FSH, Sprinkler trailer
 
October 10th:  Rescue – Burn Unit, Rope Rescue, Combat Challenge
 
October 17th:  Rescue – Burn Unit, Rope Rescue, Combat Challenge
 
October 22rd:  EMS Overview – Fire Department Services and Ambulance Integration
 
November 5th:  Graduation – Cookout at Station 4
 
 
June 30th is the deadline for applications. You can go to the Brentwood Fire Department website and fill out an application. http://www.brentwood-tn.org/index.aspx?page=319
 
Thank you