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Emergency Preparedness

Welcome To The Baltimore County Fire-Rescue Academy

Michael Robinson, Division Chief
Phone:  410-887-7523    
Fax: 410-887-7572
Hours: 7:30 a.m. to 7 p.m., Monday through Friday

The Baltimore County Fire-Rescue Academy (FRA) ensures the readiness of all Baltimore County first responders. Technical and customized training is provided for all career and volunteer firefighters and emergency medical personnel.

Registration
The Spring 2010 schedule is now available for the Baltimore County Fire Rescue Academy. You may register via the electronic Form 4.

EMS
Visit the Fire Rescue Academy's EMS site for information on EMS training and certification. 

• It's that time again! View information on ALS recertification procedures.

Suppression
Visit the Fire Rescue Academy's Suppression site for information on suppression training and certification

• Information on the Firefighter Enhancement  (PDF) program  is now available. Firefighter Enhancement training will be offered in a series of four modules from March through June 2010.  Each module will cover topics designed to improve knowledge and awareness in the basic firefighting disciplines. Registration is available on the online electronic Form 4.

Hazardous Materials
Visit the Fire Rescue Academy's HazMat site for information on Hazmat training and certification. 

Professional Qualifications
The professional qualifications (Pro-Qual) board validates certification credentials on an ongoing basis. 

General Information
View directions to the FRA site, as well as staff contact information.

CPR Classes
The Fire-Rescue Academy offers several opportunities for community training, which includes classes in cardiopulmonary resuscitation for the general public.  A copy of the 2010 CPR brochure (PDF), including course details, dates and registration information is available.

Additional Links

• The National Fire Academy
• Maryland Fire and Rescue Institute
• International Society of Fire Service Instructors
• USFA Coffee Break Training: excellent resource for concise training modules

Revised January 26, 2010