Cayman Islands Fire Service

A highlight of last week’s Passing Out Ceremony was the live emergency response exercise, where firefighters demonstrated the skills, teamwork, and professionalism developed throughout their training.

Showcasing their vehicle extrication techniques and coordinated rescue operations, the exercise provided family members, invited guests, and members of the public with a firsthand look at the demanding work firefighters perform when responding to emergencies.

The demonstration gave insight into the recruits’ readiness to serve and their commitment to protecting lives, property and the environment, across the Cayman Islands.

Congratulations once again to the Cayman Islands Fire Service Class of 2026. 🚒🔥

The Cayman Islands Fire Service was honoured to welcome a number of distinguished guests to its recent Passing Out Ceremony, including Her Excellency the Governor, Deputy Governor Designate Gloria McField-Nixon, Temporary Minister for District Administration and Home Affairs Hon. Wayne Panton, MP, and Deputy Premier Hon. Gary Rutty, MP.

Their presence reflects the continued support for the Cayman Islands Fire Service and the important role firefighters play in protecting our communities.

Thank you for joining us in celebrating the achievements of the CIFS Class of 2026 and welcoming the next generation of Cayman Islands firefighters.

Chief Fire Officer Dwight ‘Randy’ Rankin congratulated the graduating recruits on reaching this important milestone.

“Over the past 27 weeks, these firefighters have strengthened their skills in firefighting, rescue operations, teamwork, and emergency response — preparing them to answer the call when it matters most.

As they step onto the front line, they join a proud tradition committed to saving lives, protecting property, and the environment across our islands.

To our newest firefighters: your courage, commitment, and service will make our communities safer and stronger. We are proud to welcome you into this vital profession.”

Welcome to the Cayman Islands Fire Service family.

Introducing the Cayman Islands Fire Service Class of 2026. 🚒

Today, the Cayman Islands proudly celebrates the Passing Out Ceremony of 26 dedicated recruits who have successfully completed an intensive 27-week training programme and are now ready to serve our communities as firefighters.

The ceremony included the traditional inspection of recruits by Her Excellency the Governor, recognizing the hard work, discipline, and commitment demonstrated throughout their training journey.

As they take their place on the front line of public safety, these firefighters join a proud profession dedicated to saving lives, protecting property, and the environment, to serve the people of the Cayman Islands.

Congratulations to the Cayman Islands Fire Service Class of 2026. We wish you every success as you begin your careers in service to our islands.

🚒🔥 Happy Child’s Month from the Cayman Islands Fire Service! 🔥🚒

Keeping our children safe starts with teaching simple fire safety habits early. From knowing two ways out to understanding the importance of smoke alarms, every little lesson can make a BIG difference.

This Child’s Month, we encourage all families to:
✅ Practice a home escape plan
✅ Teach children to stay away from matches and lighters
✅ Check that smoke alarms are working
✅ Remind children to call 911 only in emergencies

Together, we can help build a safer Cayman for every child. 💛

👨‍🚒 Be Fire Smart. Stay Safe.
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🚒 Cayman Islands Fire Service – Building Stronger Emergency Response 🚒

We are proud to recognize four of our Sub Officers on their successful completion of the Bronze Command Joint Emergency Services Interoperability Principles (JESIP) Training Course, held from 4th – 13th March 2026.

👏 Congratulations to:
• Christopher Jackson (Aerodrome Division)
• Omar Bryan (Aerodrome Division)
• Nicholas Peralta (Domestic Division)
• Luke Welds (Domestic Division)

The JESIP framework strengthens how emergency services work together during critical incidents through key principles:
Co-locate, Communicate, Coordinate, Jointly Understand Risk, and Share Situational Awareness.

We are also pleased to highlight that Omar Bryan, Nicholas Peralta, and Luke Welds have completed the Bronze Command Train the Trainer course, enabling them to train and certify others in these essential principles.

This achievement increases the number of qualified JESIP trainers within the Cayman Islands Civil Service to 15, further enhancing national preparedness and interagency coordination.

👏 We commend their dedication and commitment to public safety and operational excellence.

Leadership

Kitchen Fire Safety Tips 🔥🍳

The Cayman Islands Fire Service reminds everyone that unattended cooking is one of the leading causes of home fires. Always stay alert while cooking and keep flammable items away from the stove. If a grease fire occurs, never use water, as it can cause the flames to spread rapidly. Instead, turn off the heat and carefully cover the pan with a metal lid to smother the fire. If the fire cannot be controlled, move to safety and call 911 immediately. 🚒

🔥 CIFS Leadership in Action

Members of the Cayman Islands Fire Service (CIFS) Extended Leadership Team were proud to attend the CIG 2026 Senior Leadership Conference at the Kimpton Seafire, joining leaders from across the Civil Service.

Under the theme “Influence in Action: Leadership that Delivers,” the conference focused on how intentional leadership can strengthen accountability, drive alignment, and deliver meaningful results across the public service.

A key highlight was the leadership panel on “The Accountability Advantage,” which provided valuable insights into building a culture of true accountability within the Civil Service. Keynote speaker Scott Robley also delivered an inspiring session on using intentional influence to create lasting behaviour change.

It was a great opportunity for our leadership team to engage, learn, and continue strengthening our commitment to serving the Cayman Islands.

📸 CIFS Extended Leadership Team at the CIG 2026 Senior Leadership Conference