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Recruitment

What training is required?

Briaroaks Fire Department provides the most current training to all new recruits.  Initial Fire training includes Introductory certification through the Texas State Firemen's and Fire Marshal's Association.  Initial Medical training includes certification as an Emergency Care Attendant through the Texas Department of State Health Services. All required training provided by the Briaroaks Fire Department at no cost to the participants.

Texas Division of Emergency ManagementADDITIONAL TRAINING OPPORTUNITIES

Besides local training, there are many other opportunities that exist and others that will come available throughout the year. Here are just a few of the training opportunities available to firefighters in Texas.

TDEM Hazardous Materials Training
The Texas Division of Emergency Management offers multiple courses at no cost to Texas firefighters and first responders. Funding is provided by the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration’s (PHMSA) Hazardous Materials Emergency Preparedness (HMEP) Grant. 

TEEX Area School Training
Texas A&M Engineering Extension ServiceDelivered at no cost to fire personnel in Texas, fire extension programs bring the highest quality training directly to departments and agencies across Texas. This diverse training combines classroom knowledge with hands-on training that satisfies both certification and continuing education requirements. Standard-based training such as Pro Board and the Texas Commission on Fire Protection is available, as well as National Fire Academy and State Firefighters' and Fire Marshals’ Association training courses.

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Can I schedule a station tour?
Yes! We welcome station tours for schools, community groups, and families. Tours typically include viewing our apparatus, learning about firefighting equipment, and meeting our volunteer firefighters. Tours are subject to availability and may be interrupted if we receive an emergency call.To schedule a tour, please contact us at least two... Read The Rest
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How do I become a volunteer firefighter?
Becoming a volunteer firefighter is one of the most rewarding and selfless decisions you can make. Briaroaks Fire Department is always accepting applications. We have an ONLINE APPLICATION that you can use to apply for a volunteer position with us. The application can also be downloaded and turned in at... Read The Rest
Smoke Alarms Cut Your Risk in Half
Working smoke alarms reduce your risk of dying in a home fire by roughly 50%. Test your alarms monthly, replace batteries at least once a year, and replace the entire unit every 10 years. If you hear that chirping sound, change the battery immediately — do not ignore it.
Stop, Drop, and Roll Still Works
If your clothing catches fire, do not run. Running fans the flames and makes them worse. Stop where you are, drop to the ground, cover your face with your hands, and roll back and forth until the fire is out. This technique has saved countless lives since it was first taught in the 1970s.