Twenty-five new firefighters are officially hitting the frontlines after graduating from the grueling 50-day Career Recruit Firefighting Training Program, a major boost for departments across Massachusetts as staffing demands remain intense.
State Fire Marshal Jon M. Davine and Massachusetts Firefighting Academy leadership announced the graduation today, marking the completion of hundreds of hours of high-pressure training designed to prepare recruits for real-world emergencies. Video of the ceremony is expected to hit the Department of Fire Services YouTube channel later today.
“Massachusetts firefighters are on the frontlines protecting their communities every day, and today’s graduates are needed now more than ever,” Davine said. “The hundreds of hours of foundational training they’ve received will provide them with the physical, mental, and technical skills to perform their jobs effectively and safely.”…