Fair Lawn / Glen Rock Citizens Fire Academy

The Fair Lawn Fire Department and Glen Rock Fire Department are pleased to announce that we are accepting applications for our fourth Citizens Fire Academy. The six-week evening class will start on Tuesday October 11th and will give participants a chance to see what being a firefighter is all about. The class is open to all Fair Lawn and Glen Rock residents ages 18 and older. Participants are expected to attend all the sessions.
If you have ever wondered what it is like to be a firefighter or perhaps you are thinking of joining the fire department, well then, this class if for you!
This class will give the participants an opportunity to experience what it is like to be a volunteer firefighter. Students will be issued fire gear and perform many of the tasks that firefighters experience including handling hose lines, entering a smoke-filled environment, and using extrication equipment all in safe and controlled environment. This is a hands-on class so participants must be able to exert themselves with a moderate level of physical activity.
There is a limited number of students that can participate and not everyone will be accepted. There is no charge for this class.
To apply, please fill out the online application found at https://forms.gle/A41sH5ukXAwT9iNb6
If you have any additional questions, please feel free to message us here or email us at [email protected]

Photos from Fair Lawn Fire Department's post

Our 2021 Citizen Fire Academy is in full swing. After sitting through a lecture about the fire service on the first night, the students got to don their turn out gear and have some hands on fun. The first hands on session allowed students to experience what firefighters do when entering a smoke filled building. With firefighters as partners, they donned Self Contained Breathing Apparatus and searched through a building with simulated smoke. The second hands on session involved students learning about engine company operations. This is the team that goes in and extinguishes the fire. Students got a chance to learn how to operate different hose lines. They also got a chance to open up a fire hydrant that would be used to supply a fire engine with water. Finally, they got to view the job of the pump operator.

The Citizens Fire Academy still has some open spots for our fall class. The CFA will give participants the opportunity to see what it is like to be a firefighter. Students receive full turnout gear and go through a number of different firefighting scenarios including search and rescue, engine company operations, ladder company operations. In addition, students will have an opportunity to use the Jaws of Life on a simulated automobile accident. The six week class meets on Tuesdays starting October 5. Here are some pictures from our previous classes which show our students going through the hands on demonstrations.

2021 Citizens Fire Academy Application

The Fair Lawn Fire Department and Glen Rock Fire Department are pleased to announce that we are accepting applicates to participate in our 3rd Citizens Fire Academy. This six-week class will meet Tuesday evenings starting on October 5th. Participants are expected to attend all the sessions.

This is a chance opportunity for people who have been considering joining the fire department and want to see what is involved. It is also a good class for those who have always had that childhood dream to be a firefighter.

This class will give the participants an opportunity to experience what it is like to be a volunteer firefighter. Students will be issued fire gear and perform many of the tasks that firefighters experience including handling hoselines, entering a smoke-filled environment, and using extrication equipment all in safe and controlled environment. This is a hands-on class so participants must be able to exert themselves with a moderate level of physical activity.

There is a limited number of students that can participate and not everyone will be accepted.

If you have any additional questions, please feel free to message us here or email us at [email protected]

Application: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfJTqEb67LFVdrL4JV9urnt3bIzZ_qPrXMG2eF50pYCuS253w/viewform

2021 Citizens Fire Academy Application The Citizens Fire Academy is being conducted by the Glen Rock, NJ and Fair Lawn, NJ Fire Departments. The program will begin October 5, 2021 and run for 6 consecutive weeks on every Tuesday evening. Exact times to be determined, but likely 7:00 - 9:30 PM or right around there. The Citizens Fire Acad...

The Fair Lawn Fire Department and Glen Rock Fire Department are pleased to announce that we will be hosting our 3rd Citizens Fire Academy this year. This is after a one year absence due to Covid. The class will run on Tuesdays evenings for 6 weeks starting on October 5th. Space will be limited. Please keep an eye on this page over the next few weeks to hear about the application process.

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TIME IS RUNNING OUT

Applications to attend the first Fair Lawn Fire Department’s Junior Fire Academy are due on Tuesday April 20th. This is an opportunity for young adults, ages 16-18 to learn about the fire service. This is an excellent program for those who maybe interested in joining the Fair Lawn Fire Department’s Junior program or those who maybe interested in a career as a first responder.

The program starts on Tuesday April 27 and runs for four week.

Over the course of a 4 week class, you will meet some of the members of the department and get hands on experience of some of the basic jobs we do on a daily basis.

If you are interested, please have you and your parent fill out the application and release forms. Completed forms should be emailed to [email protected] or drop off
the completed applications to the fire department office in Boro Hall. All applicants will received a follow up from our CFA coordinator.
If you have any questions please feel free to stop at any Fair Lawn firehouse on a Monday after 7:15 PM or email us at [email protected]

Application Link https://1drv.ms/b/s!Atk-aI_RlobamYMC5T97MI9F35NlmA?e=jp8PEk
Release Link https://1drv.ms/b/s!Atk-aI_RlobamYMBvirjyY4VnAbU_g?e=3CDLam

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Unfortunately due to the Covid-19 pandemic, the Fair Lawn and Glen Rock Fire Departments have both decided not to have a Citizens Fire Academy this year. Fire training requires close interaction and keeping with social distancing guidelines would be impossible. We plan on doing a class next year. Please keep an eye on this page for further announcements on when we plan on having our 3rd Citizens Fire Academy.

Our students continued this week with our Engine Company operations class. The students had an opportunity to flow water out of a hand line. Then they had a chance to see how to open a fire hydrant and supply the engine with water. Finally, they got some time with the pump operator to see what all of those dials and buttons do on the engine. Next week....truck operations!

On Oct 15 we held our first hands on session for our students at our Citizens Fire Academy. Led by Fair Lawn Firefighter/Instructor Marc Sulcolv, the students learned about our Self Contained Breathing Apparatus and had an opportunity to perform simulated searches in our smokehouse facility.

2019 Citizens Fire Academy Application

Time is running out but there are a few slots still open for the Fair Lawn/Glen Rock Citizens Fire Academy. This six week class gives participants a hands on experience on what our first responders do day in and day out. There is no obligation to join the fire department and there is no cost for the class. Classes meet Tuesday evenings starting October 1 (no class on October 8). For more information please email [email protected]. To fill out an application goto https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScgmSWVl6oUxI-UYqZEqk-OHsvWiRLA42B5CaQy4kWsyMF7Zw/viewform

2019 Citizens Fire Academy Application The Citizens Fire Academy is being conducted by the Glen Rock, NJ and Fair Lawn, NJ Fire Departments. The program will begin October 1, 2019 and run for 6 consecutive weeks on every Tuesday evening. There will be no class on October 8, 2019 and the program will wrap up on November 12, 2019. Exact ti...

We are less than one month away from our second Citizens Fire Academy. For 6 weeks, you will get an opportunity to get a hands on opportunity to see what it is like to be a firefighter. The class starts on October 1 (no class on Tuesday October 8 due to a holiday). If you ever wondered what our firefighters do, this is the chance. There are still a few slots available so now is your last chance to join us.

To apply, please fill out the application at https://forms.gle/1eRmHzLB4v6U5xAQ8

If you need further information please private message us at our page https://www.facebook.com/FLGRCFA/ or email us at [email protected]

2019 Citizens Fire Academy Application

The Fair Lawn and Glen Rock Fire Departments are pleased to announce they will be holding their 2nd Citizens Fire Academy. The six week class will be held on Tuesdays beginning on October 1st. There will not be a class on October 8th. People interested should fill out the application at the following site. There is a limit of 12 slots so apply soon!

https://forms.gle/1eRmHzLB4v6U5xAQ8

2019 Citizens Fire Academy Application The Citizens Fire Academy is being conducted by the Glen Rock, NJ and Fair Lawn, NJ Fire Departments. The program will begin October 1, 2019 and run for 6 consecutive weeks on every Tuesday evening. There will be no class on October 8, 2019 and the program will wrap up on November 12, 2019. Exact ti...

Pictures from our engine company operations night. Our students stretched hose lines into our training building and learned how to operate a fire hydrant.

Here are some pictures from our SCBA/Rescue drill. Participants wore full gear and SCBA and trained with Fair Lawn and Glen Rock's bravest to see what it was like to enter a burning building. Simulated smoke was used.

Sorry that we have not updated this site. We are halfway thru our class. 11 residents from Glen Rock and Fair Lawn are participating in our first class. So far the students have taken a class where they were introduced to the fire service, a class on SCBA and rescue, and a class on engine company operations. All our students are in full fire turn out gear and have had an opportunity to work with the equipment we use every day. Keep an eye here for more updates. For fire departments wishing to know more about our class, please private message us!

WMBC-TV Hometown Video - Citizens Fire Academy

Here is a video that may give you a better idea what we are trying to do.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mv4AnIijbF0&feature=youtu.be

WMBC-TV Hometown Video - Citizens Fire Academy

Did you ever want to be a firefighter? Did you ever wonder what it’s like to go into a smoke-filled building, or use the Jaws of Life? Well the Fair Lawn and Glen Rock Fire Departments will be hosting a Citizen’s Fire Academy this fall. This will be more than just demonstrations. Attendees will get a chance to participate in hands on activities in a controlled and safe environment. Topics covered will include:

• Introduction to the fire service
• Engine company operations
• Truck company operations
• Search and Rescue
• Motor vehicle extrication
• Fire Extinguishers

If this sounds interesting and if you have always wondered what its like to be a firefighter than this is for you! The academy will start on October 2nd and will run for 6 consecutive Tuesdays.

To qualify, you must be:
• Be 25 years of age or older
• Resident of either Fair Lawn or Glen Rock
• Be in good health. This will be a hands on class!

If you are interested in participating, please fill out an application by August 24, 2018. Also note that class size will be limited so we cannot guarantee all interested people will be able to attend this first class.

If you have additional questions, please feel free to private message us!

2018 Citizens Fire Academy Application

Click below to apply for the program!
https://goo.gl/forms/mkwQHiQsJef2okJJ2

2018 Citizens Fire Academy Application The Citizens Fire Academy is being conducted by the Glen Rock, NJ and Fair Lawn, NJ Fire Departments. The program will begin October 2, 2018 and run for 6 consecutive weeks on every Tuesday evening. Exact times to be determined, but likely 7-9 PM or right around there. For additional information or....