The District 1 Fire Academy is 24 weeks of initial firefighter training that will include state certifications in Hazardous Material Awareness/Operations, Firefighter I/II and all state required curriculum to function as a firefighter in the state of Indiana. Participants must have fire department sponsorship and full gear with SCBA’s. A minimum of 80% attendance throughout…
James Tudor invites you to... Taco Tuesday! This event will take place at the Living Hope Church in Valparaiso on April 2, 2024, from 11 AM - 1 PM CST. Pre order now to get 3 beef tacos for $7. All proceeds benefit first responder training.
Approximately every three hours a train collision occurs in the United States often requiring the assistance of first responders at the scene of an incident. The collision scene may be complex and consist of a variety of safety concerns for first responders. The Railroad Investigation and Safety Course provides first responders with critical information allowing…
This class is perfect for all experience levels and teaches valuable skills like health crisis management (in accordance with the AHA Chain of Survival), AED usage, operating as a multi-rescuer team, addressing airway obstructions, and of course performing effective CPR. While these skills may be ones, we hope we'll never need to utilize, this course…
CLASS DESCRIPTION & INFORMATION This course provides advanced personnel with the knowledge and skills to meet the minimum job performance requirements outlined in NFPA 1031: Standard for Professional Qualifications for Fire Inspector and Plan Examiner. It is designed to prepare an individual to conduct advanced level fire and life safety inspections. The class is focused…
Strengthen your community and get your firefighters and EMS personnel certified in Mental Health First Aid for Fire/EMS, a trusted evidence-based and early intervention training program.
This interactive seminar will provide an overview of the key elements of an outdoor event hazardous weather plan as well as tools and support services available from the National Weather Service (NWS). Participants will engage with NWS staff in break out groups focused on applying the concepts via real world weather scenarios. Seminar objectives include:…
This class is perfect for all experience levels and teaches valuable skills like health crisis management (in accordance with the AHA Chain of Survival), AED usage, operating as a multi-rescuer team, addressing airway obstructions, and of course performing effective CPR. While these skills may be ones, we hope we'll never need to utilize, this course…
This leadership course is an all-discipline inclusive training that strives to foster and advance Indiana’s public safety leadership. This course will help students develop comprehension tools, methodology, and leadership skills that are necessary to lead today’s emergency services. Students will develop a better understanding of different leadership styles, the differences between management and leadership, advanced…
Welcome to the Public Safety Leadership Development course provided by the Fire and Public Safety Academy. This leadership course is an all-discipline inclusive training that strives to foster and advance Indiana’s public safety leaders. In this course subject matter experts use the Socratic method to engage students in a dialectic method of learning. This is…
It's an unimaginable situation to think about, but unfortunately, in our world, active shooter situations continue to be a threat. This Active Shooter Preparedness Course is open to all civilians and will teach you confidence - what to do and what not to do - in this situation. Ages: 17 and up. Date & Time:…
This class is perfect for all experience levels and teaches valuable skills like health crisis management (in accordance with the AHA Chain of Survival), AED usage, operating as a multi-rescuer team, addressing airway obstructions, and of course performing effective CPR. While these skills may be ones, we hope we'll never need to utilize, this course…
This evidence-based training promotes open dialogue, reduces stigma, and encourages officers to seek support when needed. Offering MHFA for Public Safety can help create a healthier, more resilient, and productive department.
Speakers: Hannah Elmore, MSW, Kathleen Hensley, LMHC & Jeff Campbell, Local 726 Event Description: This course will offer a greater understanding of the mental and emotional impacts as a career fire fighter. Attendees will learn about a new recruit’s adjustment to fire service culture, looking deeper into the development of one’s identity into a fire…
Mommy & Me Self-Defense Class Moms and kids, ages 5 to 12, are invited to take this class together! You will learn how to keep yourself safe with these self-defense basics taught by instructors from the Hammond Police Department. Please wear comfortable clothes and gym shoes. Participants will learn: Situational Awareness Defensive Stances Stages of…
