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Flynn Fire Academy is a state-of-the-art training and educational facility dedicated to meeting the training needs of New Hampshire’s emergency responders. Located in Concord, the Academy provides a wide variety of training opportunities and facilities which include: two "burn buildings," classrooms, an auditorium, dormitory, fire station and an exercise room.

The Tuftonboro Hazardous Materials Operations class wrapped up on Saturday with testing. HazMat Ops is considered a foun...
06/16/2026

The Tuftonboro Hazardous Materials Operations class wrapped up on Saturday with testing. HazMat Ops is considered a foundational certification for a firefighter since it teaches them the basics to safely and effectively manage the on-scene operations involving the uncontrolled release of dangerous chemicals. Congratulations, All!

If you still need your HazMat Ops certification, the next classes will be in Concord and Bethlehem in September:
Concord, September 15 - 20: https://nhfa-ems.com/scheduled-course/hazardous-materials-operations-with-ppe-and-product-control-470-2022-5/
Bethlehem, September 29 - October 4: https://nhfa-ems.com/scheduled-course/hazardous-materials-operations-with-ppe-and-product-control-470-2022-6/

Crisis Intervention Team Training is coming to southern New Hampshire! The grant-funded program is put on in collaborati...
06/15/2026

Crisis Intervention Team Training is coming to southern New Hampshire! The grant-funded program is put on in collaboration with NAMI New Hampshire to help law enforcement and first responders recognize a mental health incident, de-escalate situations, and make appropriate mental health referrals to ensure the safety of individuals with mental health conditions, first responders and the general public. This 40-hour course highlights common mental health conditions and their signs, best practices for intervention, and processes to serve people affected by mental health conditions with respect and dignity. Registration is open now:

Date: June 22 - June 26, 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Location: Milford Fire Department, Milford, NH
Registration: https://nhfa-ems.com/scheduled-course/crisis-intervention-team-cit-training-13/

Yesterday, we hosted a huge milestone for the Recruit School program: 50 years of firefighter training! The Class of 197...
06/12/2026

Yesterday, we hosted a huge milestone for the Recruit School program: 50 years of firefighter training! The Class of 1976 represented the beginning of formal firefighter training. Since then, hundreds of students have passed the program and gone on to fire departments across New Hampshire.

Yesterday, June 11, was the official 1976 graduation date, so we invited members of the 1976 Recruit School class and their friends and families to celebrate. Governor Ayotte, Department of Safety Commissioner Quinn, Bedford Fire Chief Fraitzl, and retired firefighter Wiggin and retired Goffstown Fire Chief Nault of the Class of 1976 all spoke on the 50 years of progress in improving New Hampshire fire training programs.

In attendance was also the upcoming Recruit School class of 2026, creating a group photo that spans 50 years of firefighting service. Thank you to everyone who joined us yesterday, and we look forward to continuing to improve firefighter training for the next generation!

It's understood that well-placed handlines are essential to effectively applying water to structural fires, whether it's...
06/12/2026

It's understood that well-placed handlines are essential to effectively applying water to structural fires, whether it's interior or exterior. Hose Line Advancement & Water Application is a continuing education course for firefighters that goes beyond the basics to teach the fundamentals of hose stream mechanics, effective use of air entrainment principles, water application patterns, and hose stream angles. This course is a hands-on training where participants will be putting these principles into action through simulations.

Date: June 27, 8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Location: Richard M. Flynn Training Facility, Concord, NH
Registration: https://nhfa-ems.com/scheduled-course/engine-company-operations-hose-line-advancement-and-water-application-hands-on-training-2/

The Firefighters First Cancer Screening Initiative saw 1,186 firefighters screened over the Spring 2026 appointment sche...
06/11/2026

The Firefighters First Cancer Screening Initiative saw 1,186 firefighters screened over the Spring 2026 appointment schedule! As we prepare to open appointments for Fall 2026, the program administrator, United Diagnostic Services, will be hosting virtual program information sessions on July 21 at 1:00 pm and July 23 at 10:00 am. Eligible program participants (active and retired full-time firefighters) will learn how to register for their testing, what the testing will look like, and what to expect after the tests are completed, with additional time for any other questions or concerns.

No pre-registration is required, and links to each of the sessions may be found on the program website: https://www.firefightersfirst.nh.gov/training-informational-sessions

It was a pleasure to host Curt Varone of the Fire Law Blog last week! His seminar on "Managing Disciplinary Challenges i...
06/10/2026

It was a pleasure to host Curt Varone of the Fire Law Blog last week! His seminar on "Managing Disciplinary Challenges in the Fire Service" took an in-depth and multi-faceted look at the process behind investigating misconduct by firefighters, causes for disciplinary problems, and proven methods for conducting a fair and impartial investigation. We appreciate the fire chiefs, union representatives, and Department of Safety staff members who joined us over the two days and helped prompt discussions around improving disciplinary processes in New Hampshire.

Last call for the June 23 CPAT exam! We are halfway through the year, and if your department members still need to take ...
06/10/2026

Last call for the June 23 CPAT exam! We are halfway through the year, and if your department members still need to take it, the next one will be at the Merrill Fay Arena in Laconia. This exam is a state requirement to become a full-time firefighter in New Hampshire. Registration closes Friday: https://nhfa-ems.com/scheduled-course/candidate-physical-ability-test-9/

This physically intensive exam conforms with International Association of Firefighters (IAFF) standards. Details about the requirements of the test may be found on the IAFF website: https://www.iaff.org/cpat/

It's back: our popular certified fire investigator course is back on the schedule for this fall! The 9-week class is the...
06/05/2026

It's back: our popular certified fire investigator course is back on the schedule for this fall! The 9-week class is the first step to learning how to prepare and conduct fire scene investigations with hybrid in-person and online delivery. Successful completion of the course allows students to take the certification exam to become a Pro Board-certified Fire Investigator.

Date: August 20 - November 5, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Location: Richard M. Flynn Training Facility, Concord, NH
Registration: https://nhfa-ems.com/scheduled-course/fire-investigator-1033-2022/

Level up your certifications with the National Fire Academy's Incident Safety Officer! The 2-day weekend course will exa...
06/04/2026

Level up your certifications with the National Fire Academy's Incident Safety Officer! The 2-day weekend course will examine the Safety Officer's role at emergency responses from the perspective of operations within an Incident Command System (ICS). The Safety Officer is a senior member of the ICS command team, and participants will learn how to predict and execute safety strategies during all-hazard situations. This certification is often a prerequisite for career growth within fire departments and serves as a basis for further command training. This course has a registration minimum to run, so don't delay your registration: https://nhfa-ems.com/scheduled-course/incident-safety-officer-f0729-2/

Date: August 8 - 9, 8:30 am - 3:00 pm
Location: Richard M. Flynn Training Academy, Concord, NH

Public comment remains open through July 7! If you've ever wanted to see changes to how firefighters are trained, this i...
06/03/2026

Public comment remains open through July 7! If you've ever wanted to see changes to how firefighters are trained, this is your opportunity. The Firefighter I curriculum and Driver/Operator curricula have gone through extensive revision to align with the NFPA 1010.2024 standard, and it's been released for public comment. This is your time to tell us how you want future recruits to be better trained and prepared for the reality of modern firefighting: https://www.fstems.dos.nh.gov/about-us/boards-commissions/public-feedback

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