Schaeferville Fire Protection DistrictStudents in the EMT class have hit the half way point tonight, and will begin practical’s in the Emergency Room over the next few weeks. Tonight was pediatric emergencies and child birth.
Members not in the EMT class have been working on pump training and attending off site trainings through the Illinois Fire Service Institute. Offsite trainings allow members to get live fire training in a controlled environment.
Did you know that most career fire departments require an EMT license at time of hire? EMT class can be one of the most expensive pre-employment requirements for those interested in a career as a firefighter, with costs ranging from $1000 – $2000. Schaeferville Fire Protection District provides the EMT class for members meeting volunteer requirements at little to no cost. Visit us on Monday nights from 6:30 to 9pm to get more information. Can’t make it on Monday? Message our page to setup a time to meet.
Online, in-house, as well as county and state training opportunities are available to department members at little to no cost. Interviews begin in October for perspective new members, with EMT class beginning in November.
Visit https://schaefervillefire.com/apply-here/ for membership requirements.
It’s never too early for Halloween prep, and thanks to Family Dollar in Pekin we are getting a head start on our candy reserves. We’re looking forward to seeing everyone for our annual Halloween event, so check back in October for the details.
If you’ve ever had an interest in becoming an EMT now is the time to join! Starting this fall we will be hosting a hybrid EMT class consisting of online classes and in person practical evolutions once a week. This is a great opportunity to get your start and give back to the local community at the same time.
Volunteering is a way to give back to our local community, and for the fire service many times we rely on aid from other jurisdictions to get the job done. Tonight we lent a hand to The Grace United Methodist Youth Group (Radical) to help prepare items for their annual baked potato fundraiser at the Marigold Festival. So after you come visit us at the kids experience swing over and visit their food tent for a delicious baked potato.
Finishing up prep for this weekend, catch us at the parade in the morning, or the kids experience in the afternoon on Saturday September 10th.
Come visit us at the kids experience (number 7) this Saturday September 10th from 12 – 5pm to explore our apparatus or to learn more about volunteering in the Pekin area.
Come visit us at the kids experience (number 7) on Saturday September 10th from 12 – 5pm
