Training
Training is a daily event in the life of a Firefighter. Never knowing what type of emergency they will encounter, they train for many scenarios. Most of our Firefighters hold highly specialized certifications for emergencies dealing with Fires, Hazardous Materials Spills, Swift Water Rescues and High Angle Rescues. Each of these specialized fields require on-going training to maintain these certifications as well as the expertise needed to work safely.
View the Professional Development Calendar of Upcoming Training Classes that are hosted by San Marcos Fire Department.
Training Classes for Our Firefighters
-
Extrication Training
Traffic accidents resulting in patient extrication and vehicle fires are two of the more "common" emergencies Firefighters train for.
-
Fire & EMS Training Officer
He is currently responsible for scheduling, tracking, administering, and developing training for all members of the department including EMS, Fire, and Hazardous Materials certifications.
-
Hazardous Materials Training
San Marcos Firefighters and Texas State University conducted a Haz-Mat drill on campus that has been in the planning stages for months.
-
High Rise Training
San Marcos Fire Department firefighters will set up rope system, assess your injuries, then load you in a Stokes Basket and lower you safely to the ground.
-
Swift Water Training
The San Marcos and Blanco Rivers rise rapidly when heavy rains occur locally or up stream. Flood waters are extremely dangerous and require extensive knowledge and skill.
-
Professional Development
The San Marcos Fire Department is pleased to host training classes that are available to professional and volunteer firefighters. The classes are designed to provide skills and knowledge required for certification or provide training for emergency situations. Check out the Professional Development Calendar to see what is being offered.