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When our prevention efforts aren’t enough and an emergency or request for service comes in to the Bozeman Fire Department, the Operations Division stand ready to answer the call. As Bozeman continues to grow, so do those requests for service.
In addition to fire, rescue and medical calls, Bozeman Firefighters must be prepared and equipped to handle other special incidents like a hazardous materials release, trench rescue, rope rescue or vehicle extrication among others. This diverse mission and not knowing what the next call will involve, requires our members to train for anything and everything. To comply with training requirements set forth by agencies such as the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), Centers for Public Safety Excellence (CPSE) and Insurance Services Office (ISO), each firefighter must complete 240 hours of training throughout the year.
Training is the foundation for operational readiness and firefighter safety so naturally, it is a priority for BFD-Operations Division. Some key components that contributed to our training were the completion of several key training programs by our members are:
- Acquired structure training
- New recruit firefighter academy
- Wildland Firefighter
- Enhancements to our Technical Rescue training
Currently ALL members are a minimum of Emergency Medical Technicians with several members at the Paramedic level. We take great pride in our progressive approach to continue fire services and how it better serves our community. The Bozeman Fire Department is prepared to handle a hazardous materials incident not only in Bozeman but in the State of Montana. Our firefighters are one of six regional teams strategically located throughout the State.
When not answering calls for service or training, firefighters spend time inspecting and maintaining equipment, maintaining a level of physical fitness, conducting fire inspections, delivering public education messages and many other community related duties. We are always ready and proud to serve our community and those who call it home, as well those who visit!