Space limited for citizens fire academy set for spring

Residents WEST CARROLLTON — of West Carrollton will have a chance this spring to learn more about fire safety operations in their city.

A citizens fire academy will give up to 12 adults who live or work in West Carrollton a fiveweek opportunity to interact with some of the more than 30 fire department personnel while getting more familiar with processes and procedures, according to the city.

“We hope to keep the participants engaged and active by providing lots of hands-on opportunities to learn about the department,” West Carrollton Fire Chief Chris Barnett said.

The academy will cover a variety of topics ranging from fire extinguisher training, to auto extrication and medic transportation, according to the city.

Participants will also spend time at fire stations riding with the fire department to emergency calls and learn about fire investigations.

Other topics will include an overview of the department’s financial budget and organiza-

tional structure, hose and ladder deployment, medic equipment and fire tools, and fire prevention programs.

The academy, in its second year, starts April 9 and runs through May 7 on Tuesdays from 6 to 9 p.m. at Fire Station 56, 125 W. Central Ave.

The class will be limited to 12 participants who are at least 18. All participants will receive CPR certification, as well as a shirt, and be recognized at a city council meeting in May.

Apply at www.westcarrollton.org/citizens-fire-academy/ by March 29. For more information, call the West Carrollton Fire Department at 937-847-4645.