Please call 832-6050 or stop by Fire Station #1 for more information.
The Grand Chute Fire Department will be introducing its Citizens Fire Academy this fall. It is a learning program for people who want to know about our department and how it operates on a day-to-day basis.
This program will allow participants to experience what it is like to be a firefighter through classroom training on fire behavior, emergency medical treatment, victim search and rescue, and fire attack. There will also be hands-on exercises using fire extinguishers, search and rescue equipment, and the "Jaws of Life". We also encourage participants to spend a shift at the firehouse riding along on a truck.
The Academy is open to men and women who are at least 18 years old and in good physical shape. Initial plans are to start in early September and go for eight consecutive weeks, with classes in the evenings from 6:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
The Academy is limited to the first twelve applicants who successfully pass a background investigation. Participation in all classes is expected. This program is not an avenue for seeking employment with the department, but to give residents an opportunity to experience what it is like to be a firefighter for a few weeks.
Citizens Fire Academy Application
Wonder what happens day-to-day for firefighters? We offer a ride-along program.
Interested in what happens at a fire station? Contact us for an individual or group tour.
Is your child experimenting with fire? We can help educate them before they get too curious.
Congratulations to Lauren Richards from Badger School on her 1st Place poster! The theme this year was "Smoke Alarms, A Sound You Can Live With". Lauren received a $25 gift card to Wal-Mart and a ride to school in Engine 2622. Her teacher, Mrs. Amo, received a $50 gift card to the Learning Shop.
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National Fire Protection Association | Established in 1896, NFPA serves as the world's leading advocate of fire prevention and is an authoritative source on public safety.
National Safety Council | The National Safety Council is a nonprofit, nongovernmental, international public service organization dedicated to protecting life and promoting health. The NSC is a membership organization, founded in 1913 and chartered by the U.S. Congress in 1953. Members include more than 48,000 businesses, labor organizations, schools, public agencies, private groups and individuals.
United States Consumer Product Safety Commission | Learn about sources of fire, early warning and escape from deadly fire from this fire safety quick reference guide.
United States Fire Administration | From fire safety, to information about carbon monoxide and smoke detectors, this site offers tons of information. This site also provides a helpful resource called After the Fire: Returning to Normal to help those that may be recovering from a fire.
United States Fire Administration Site for Kids | Developed especially for kids, this Web site includes short lessons about fire escape planning, smoke alarms and general home fire safety messages.
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