SAFR

Continuous Improvement

Training & Certification

SAFR is committed to the highest levels of professional development. All members are required to maintain current certifications and participate in ongoing training.

What we offer

Training Programs

200+ hours

Firefighter I & II

NFPA 1001 compliant basic firefighter training. Covers fire behavior, suppression tactics, SCBA, and rescue.

120 hours

Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)

State-certified EMT course. Covers patient assessment, BLS, trauma care, and medical emergencies.

18 months

Paramedic Program

Advanced life support certification. ALS skills including IV/IO, intubation, drug administration, and cardiac care.

32 hours

Hazmat Operations

NFPA 472 Hazardous Materials Operations level training for first responders.

16 hours

Vehicle Extrication

Hydraulic rescue tool operations, scene management, and patient packaging for motor vehicle accidents.

8–32 hours

Incident Command

ICS 100, 200, 300, 400 courses aligned with NIMS/ICS for emergency incident management.

Required credentials

Certification Requirements

CertificationRenewal Cycle
Firefighter I & II (NFPA 1001)3 years
EMT-Basic2 years
Paramedic (NREMT)2 years
CPR/AED — Professional Rescuer2 years
Hazmat Operations (NFPA 472)3 years
NIMS ICS 100/200No expiry
NIMS ICS 300/400No expiry
Swift Water Rescue TechnicianAnnual

Coming up

Upcoming Training Schedule

DateTimeTopic
July 8, 20261800–2100SCBA Maintenance & Fit Testing
July 15, 20260800–1600Vehicle Extrication Refresher
July 22, 20261800–2000EMS Protocol Update
August 5, 20260800–1700Live Fire Training
August 12, 20261800–2100ICS 300 — Module 1
August 19, 20260800–1200Tactical EMS