Gwinnett Fire and Emergency Services- Hiring Event

Gwinnett Fire and Emergency Services- Hiring Event

Looking for a rewarding career? Come see Gwinnett Fire and Emergency Services at the Career From Here Hiring Event on Tuesday, February 11 at the Gas South Convention Center from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm! Stop by our table to learn more about the qualifications needed for a fulfilling career as a firefighter/paramedic. Visit GwinnettCounty.com/CareerFromHere for more details. We hope to see you there!
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Household Hazardous Waste Collection Day

Household Hazardous Waste Collection Day

This event was brought up at last night's CAF Alumni meeting. This Saturday, 2/8, from 9 am to noon at Gwinnett County Fairgrounds during the first Household Hazardous Waste Collection Day of 2025. Friendly Reminder! The following are items we will collect THIS Saturday, 2/8, from 9 am to noon at Gwinnett County Fairgrounds during the first Household Hazardous Waste Collection Day of 2025: Aerosol/spray pesticides Automotive products (engine degreaser, brake fluid, transmission fluid, antifreeze, etc.) Cleaners, corrosives, spot removers, acids and bases Aerosol/spray paint Auto batteries Batteries (household and rechargeable) Chlorinated solvents Cooking oil and grease Fire extinguishers Flammables…
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Burn Awareness Week – Safe Kids

Burn Awareness Week – Safe Kids

During Burn Awareness Week, it’s crucial to remember that home fires and burns can happen quickly, especially in the kitchen. In 2022, the U.S. Fire Administration estimated 374,300 residential fires, nearly 50% of which were caused by cooking. Don’t worry! There are simple steps you can take to prevent fires and burns in the kitchen, check out our Cooking Safety Checklist: https://www.safekids.org/sites/default/files/documents/2013_cooking_safety_parent_checklist.pdf Thank you Safe Kids Worldwide
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Fire Extinguisher Training

Fire Extinguisher Training

Last night's CFA Alumni meeting. Besides being a business meeting, we had amazing CRR Educator Cris demonstrate Fire Extinguisher Training. She also informed us what our role would be volunteering to assist an Educator do a Fire Extinguisher Training Event. Thank you Cris for all you do! We appreciate you! For More Images Click Here.
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Narcan Training

Narcan Training

Navigate Recovery Gwinnett offers Narcan Training to our community! Please see the information below for dates and times. We offer Narcan Training to our community! **Training Times:** - **Monday - Thursday:** 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM - **Friday:** 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Narcan (Naloxone) is a life-saving medication that can reverse the effects of an opioid overdose. By getting trained, you can learn how to administer Narcan and potentially save lives in your community. Together, we can make a difference!** Please contact us or visit our website for more information or to set up a group training. 678-743-1808 https://buff.ly/3E0OIIq…
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Gwinnett Fire Jobs !!

Gwinnett Fire Jobs !!

Everyone wearing a Gwinnett Fire and Emergency Services uniform trains repeatedly until they know their duties and responsibilities. This level of performance is imperative when ensuring our firefighters, paramedics, and personnel can adapt to all response situations and environments to keep you and others safe. At our esteemed training academy, you will learn how to practice and hone your skills in full gear to prepare for every challenge that awaits in our community. While the work in front of you will be challenging, the rewards that lie ahead are incomparable. If you’re up for the challenge, apply at GwinnettFireJobs.com!
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FireDepartment Terminology — LearnTheLingo –02

FireDepartment Terminology — LearnTheLingo –02

                                                                       Glossary of Fire Department Terms Aerial operation – means master streams flowing from elevated locations, generally the tips of aerial ladders or platforms during defensive operations. All clear – means that a primary search has been conducted and nothing was found. Alpha, Bravo, Charlie, Delta – these terms are used to designate the sides of a structure. Generally speaking, the “alpha” side is the front…
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