The Secondary School Fire Academy is a program which allows students to learn about, and practice, some of the skills and training fire fighters must undertake. In addition, the students will learn information that will enhance their current skills and knowledge, particularly in physical training, teamwork and mechanical aptitude.

The students selected for the Secondary School Fire Academy will have the opportunity to participate in Rescue Techniques, Auto Extrication, Certification in C.P.R., Fire Prevention, Fire Extinguisher Use, Live Fire and Physical Training.

To be eligible to participate in this program students must complete the application form (available from Mr. Fedrau in the Counselling Center), attach their resume and submit the package to Mr. Fedrau. They will then be given two exams; one relating to mathematical skills and the other relating to English. Upon successful completion of the application package and exams, students will then be interviewed by the Fire Rescue Service Selection Committee. The Fire Chief will have the final approval of all selected participants

Criteria required:
1. Current grade 11 or 12 student
2. Minimum 16 years old
3. An active student in the City of Abbotsford
4. Minimum C+ grade average
5. Good homework ethic
6. Reference from a teacher or the school
7. Physically and medically fit (doctor's certificate may be required)
8. Parental permission and waiver completed
9. Maximum 6.0 drivers license points
10. No criminal record
11. Interest in fire fighting as a career choice
Contact Info.

Kevin Fedrau
(Career Programs Facilitator)
Ph. 604-864-9634
Cell: 604-615-4561
Fax: 604-864-0104
Email

Rick Hansen Secondary
31150 Blueridge Dr.
Abbotsford, B.C.
V2T 5R2
Ph. 604-864-0011

Secondary School Fire Academy

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Information and application forms for next year's
Fire Academy will be available in Fall 2010!