Intensive training builds self reliance for new firefighters
Seven firefighters completed 200 hours of state required basic training and joined the department. The five weeks covered ladders hoses trucks and firefighting procedures with emphasis on equipment use and teamwork.
Seven New Firemen Complete State-Required Training
The Journal Sunday Scope reports seven recruits completed a state mandated firefighting course led by Capt. Jack Williamson, including 25 areas plus 96 hours of EMT training. They gained hands on tower training at No. 4 station, faced water spray incidents, drove equipment, and participated in real fire calls. The new recruits join the department with Bevinger, Easter, Williamson II, Worth, Sauter, Cox, and Johnson among the latest additions.
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Vic Anvil
Williamson
No. 4
Tytus Avenue
David Bevinger
Lyle Easter
Jack Williamson II
Mike Worth
John Sauter
Don Cox
Ed Johnson
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