Training Division
The Training Division is responsible for continuing training of all Department members. The officers provide training in a multitude of subjects. This training prepares firefighters to effectively perform their duties in a safe fashion. Training is conducted in the classroom, at various locations within the City and within the Metro Boston area, including tours and pre-fire planning of commercial, industrial and transportation occupancies. The Safety Division is also coordinated by members of the Training Division, operating under the guidelines of the Incident Command System.
![Forced entry training](/-/media/Images/firedepartment/Training/DSCN3527.jpg?h=367&w=275)
![Rope rescue training](/-/media/Images/firedepartment/Training/group2roperescuetrainingmay2011023.jpg?h=273&w=364)
![hazmat suits, by Tara Bithia](/-/media/Images/firedepartment/Training/hazmatsuits.jpg?h=263&w=350)
![Dive team training](/-/media/Images/firedepartment/Training/P1010513.JPG?h=273&w=364)