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At THE FIRE STATION

When asked what was the most important thing about being a Volunteer Firefighter the most common reply was “Courage, Dedication, and Professionalism”.

So when it's 110+ degrees outside and you're sitting in a nice cool house, sipping on a cold drink, remember the men and women of our Volunteer Fire Department who may be racing to any and all fire or emergency calls, wearing protective gear that is just barely tolerable out in the desert during the winter months.

So, when you see one of these selfless volunteers on the street smile and say “Thank You” for you know they are not in it for the money. It’s the PRIDE!

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TRAINING DAY

At the March Board Meeting Resolution 2006-3-1 (Barrett) was unanimously approved by the Board of Directors.  This resolution authorized the Fire Department to purchase 3  AED's (Automated External Defibrillators).

On Saturday April 22nd, 2006 twelve Volunteer Firefighters, including Fire Chief James Allen, Assistant Fire Chief Jim Rapozo, and Assistant General Manager Rosa Reagles took a CPR / First Aid Refresher Course followed by Certification Training on the AED's.

One AED is Stationed at Desert Shores, one is stationed at Salton City while the third one is at the District office.

Special Hats off to all the Volunteer Firefighters for their dedication to the Community!

If you would like to become part of this dedicated team please come into the District Office at 2098 Frontage Rd. or call them at 394-4446 for more information.   Because of our Community's diverse population Bilingual Volunteers are always needed and welcome.   Thank you for your interest in your Community.  Be Safe.

David Howard-Chief

Erick Allen-Asst. Chief

James Allen - Firefighter

Rosa Reagles - Admin.

To all the dedicated men and women of our Volunteer Fire Department we Salute You!

SO YOU WANT TO BE A FIREFIGHTER?

Here are the steps you need to follow to become a Volunteer Firefighter for the District.

1. Fill out an Application. (Available at the District Office)

2. Interview with Fire Department Administrator and Chief.

3. You must commit to 3 training session before your application will be accepted.

   1. While you are in your probationary training you will not respond to any call outs.

   2. Once you have proven your confidence in training to your immediate supervisors you will be removed from probationary training.

4. You will then be sent to take a Drug Test.

5. After the district has received the test results you will then be given your Turnout Gear.

6. The Fire Department encourages you to obtain your Class “B” Driver’s License so you can legally operate all emergency vehicles.  You are also encouraged to take any or all classes offered by the county. The district will pay the costs associated with obtaining the Class “B” License as well as a large selection of approved classes.

For everyone’s safety the Fire Department has establish a Chain of Command policy that all personnel must follow.

If you would like to become part of this dedicated team please come into the District Office at 2098 Frontage Rd. or call them at 394-4446 for more information.   Because of our Community's diverse population Bilingual Volunteers are always needed and welcome.   Thank you for your interest in your Community.