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“When you overhear from a Parkland doctor, ‘If I ever have a heart attack I hope I’m in Farmers Branch when it happens,’ you know you’re in capable hands with the FB Fire Department. Our Police Department is equally effective and highly visible. We have the deepest appreciation for the dedicated professionals we have looking out for us every hour of every day.”

– Ellen Toliver
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The Farmers Branch Fire Department Citizens Fire Academy is a 10-week program (one night per week), held once a year that offers those who live, work, or go to school in the City of Farmers Branch a great opportunity to learn more about the Fire Department.

Who May Attend?

The minimum age for enrollment is 18 years of age and participants must live, work or go to school in the City of Farmers Branch to be eligible to attend. However, those that do not meet the residency requirement may ask to be put on a waiting list.  If the class is not full by the first day of class an exception may be granted for those that do not live, work or go to school in Farmers Branch.  All applicants must be able to pass a background check. The class size is currently limited to 15 and is available on a first-come, first-served basis. 

What Topics are Covered?

Just some of the topics and activities included in this Academy are:

  • Fire Service History
  • Organizational Structure
  • CPR Certification
  • Fire Extinguisher Training
  • Fire Station Tours
  • Fire Investigations
  • Emergency Apparatus and Equipment
  • Fire Operations Demonstrations
  • Emergency Medical Services
  • Search and Rescue
  • Protective Clothing
  • Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus
  • Crash Victim Extrication
  • Recruiting, Certification and Training
  • Emergency Preparedness
  • Public Safety Education
  • EMS Helicopter (Landing)
  • Ride-Along Opportunities

The 2012 Citizens Fire Academy Class is full.  To request an application for 2013 please contact Wendi Kimpton at 972-919-2650 or at wendi [dot] kimpton [at] farmersbranch [dot] info.