Fire Protection, Emergency Medical Services and Rescue
Career Opportunities
Fire Department Accepting Applications for Probationary Firefighter
The Fire Department will accept applications for Probationary Firefighter between February 6 and March 30, 2012. You may apply online. Visit our Career Opportunities section for more information.
News and Current Issues
Fire Department News Releases
News releases regarding recent fires, rescues and Fire Department activities are posted in the Baltimore County News Archive.
The Fire Department is only accepting applications for probationary firefighter at this time. You may apply online and must do so February 6, 2012 through March 30, 2012. Learn about fire department career opportunities.
"Answering the Call" Cable TV Program
Watch segments of "Answering the Call" online. "Answering the Call" is a bi-monthly cable program about the Baltimore County Fire Department, EMS and Emergency Management. The program also airs on Channel 25, BCTV.
Next Emergency Preparedness Course for Citizens Begins March 20 in Cockeysville
Learn how to help yourself, your neighbors and your family during and after a disaster. Take Baltimore County's "Neighbors Helping Neighbors" program.
Baltimore County Fire Department Receives $1.75 Million Federal Grant for EMS Equipment
The Baltimore County Fire Department has received $1.75 million from the U.S. Department of Homeland Security for state-of-the-art equipment that will help save the lives of victims of cardiac arrest.
Use Supplemental Heating Sources Safely
Space heaters, wood stoves and other supplemental heating sources are the leading cause of home fires during the winter months. They are more dangerous than central home heating systems, because of the possibility of error by the person using them. Learn about maintaining and using supplemental heating sources safely.
Three-alarm condo fire in Perry Hall caused $1,000,000
in damages.
Prevent Carbon Monoxide Poisoning
Carbon monoxide (CO) is a deadly, invisible gas produced by fossil fuel- and wood-burning appliances. Learn how to protect your home from CO, about CO detectors and how to recognize the symptoms of CO poisoning.
Laws Regulating Carbon Monoxide Alarms
County law requires CO detectors in rental properties. Learn more about the regulations governing CO detectors.
Residential Sprinkler Requirements
As of January 1, 2011, all one- and two-family dwellings must be equipped with automatic sprinkler systems.
If You Rent, Buy Renter's Insurance
Emergency managers find that few victims of apartment fires have renter's insurance. If you rent, your belongings are not covered unless you are covered by a renter's insurance policy. The Maryland Insurance Administration and National Association of Insurance Commissioners provide valuable information on this topic.
Staying Informed
Follow Emergency Management on Twitter
Sign up to receive emergency information from the Office of Emergency Management on the social networking tool, Twitter. Our twitter account is BACOemergency; visit www.twitter.com/BACOemergency to sign up.
Emergency Notifications On Cable TV
During severe storms and other emergencies, emergency management officials post notifications about safety information, shelters, evacuations and county closings on BCTV Channel 25 on your cable dial. The notifications will air repeatedly for the duration of the event.
Programs and Resources
- CPR Classes For Citizens
The Fire-Rescue Academy offers classes in cardiopulmonary resuscitation for the general public on a bi-monthly basis. A copy of the 2012 CPR brochure (PDF), including course details, dates and registration information is available. - Crowd Manager Training
The Baltimore County Fire Marshal's Office offers a seminar to prepare individuals to work as crowd managers at nightclubs, bars, restaurants and other places of assembly. This training is now required by law for establishments that handle at least 50 occupants! - SAFE Neighborhoods
A new safety education program, SAFE Neighborhoods, brings fire, EMS and other public safety personnel to neighborhoods, where they walk door-to-door with information about smoke alarms, carbon monoxide, emergency preparedness and other home safety issues. - Fact Sheets, Safety Brochures Available
Check out our archive of printable fact sheets and brochures and coloring sheets. - Are You Ready For An Emergency?
Many households don't have the basic supplies that will help them through the first 72 hours after an emergency. Learn how you can prepare. - Neighbors Helping Neighbors
- A six-week program to train community leaders how to help themselves and their neighbors during weather disasters and other emergencies begins March 20, 2012 at the Cockeysville Volunteer Fire Company. Online registration is available, or contact the County's Office of Volunteers at 410-887-2715.
Baltimore County Fire Department "Year In Review"
Check out the Fire Department's annual report for 2009. Through words and pictures, the "2009 Year In Review" (PDF) documents accomplishments, Fire Service events, noteworthy incidents, retirements and farewells.
Previous editions are also online: 2008 Year In Review, 2007 Year In Review and 2006 Year In Review.
"Who We Are, What We Do," A Slide Presentation About the Fire Department
This slide presentation provides a brief overview of the Baltimore County Fire Department and provides answers to common constituent questions.
"Working With People With Disabilities" DVD
This 26-minute training DVD is designed to help personnel from emergency medical services, fire, and police, and others work effectively and compassionately with persons with disabilities during emergency situations.
Revised February 7, 2012
