2024 ANNUAL REPORT - Final

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EMERGENCY SERVICES

Training Office (continued)

In-Service Training Programs

DFRS’ In -Service Training Programs have expanded tremendously since their inception. This included a rebranding of the program development to “Mission Oriented Training Objectives” (MOTO) and are delivered quarterly to both career and volunteer members. In-Service training continues to include our mutual aid partners at Fort Detrick, NSF Thurmont (Camp David), and the Raven Rock Mountain Complex (RRMC). The Division also achieved 100% successful completion of the Annual Compliance Training. In addition to these accomplishments, multiple certification courses in various emergency services disciplines were sponsored and delivered to the workforce with additional focus on pump operators, and special operations. In-service Training Staff held the 3 rd annual Josh Laird Memorial Training Event on the anniversary of his ultimate sacrifice. This year, the training consisted of a full day of hands-on skills focused on firefighter self rescue techniques. Attendees included DFRS members, FCVFRA members, as well as members from neighboring jurisdictions. This training serves not only as a means of honoring Josh, but to continue educating members on some of the intricacies of the Ball Road incident.

The Training Staff continues to support our volunteer corporations delivering CPR Certification courses and live fire training evolutions at the PSTF as well as live fire training in acquired structures within the county. In Service Training continues to support rapidly increasing Community Outreach demands by providing training in Basic First Aid, Hands only CPR and Stop the Bleed to the residents and businesses in Frederick County.

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