SFRT District 15

08/31/2026

Training Announcement: Hazardous Materials Technician

The Kentucky Emergency Management Division is offering a Hazardous Materials Technician course in Bourbon County for emergency response personnel seeking technician-level hazardous materials certification. This course prepares responders to manage hazardous materials and Weapons of Mass Destruction (WMD) incidents using advanced containment, mitigation, and offensive response strategies within the National Incident Management System (NIMS). The course is aligned with NFPA 470, Chapter 11.

Course Information

Course: Hazardous Materials Technician
Dates: September 14-18, 2026
Time: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM (EST) daily
Location: State Fire Rescue Training District 15
110 Cleveland Drive
Paris, KY 40361

This course is open to:

Firefighters
EMS personnel
Law enforcement officers
Other emergency responders with hazardous materials response responsibilities
Prerequisites

Participants must have successfully completed:

Hazardous Materials Awareness
Hazardous Materials Operations

Copies of both course completion certificates must be submitted prior to the start of class.

Registration Information
Registration deadline: September 10, 2026
Maximum class size: 30 students
Advance registration is required.

Meals, lodging, travel arrangements, and associated expenses are the responsibility of the student and will not be reimbursed by Kentucky Emergency Management unless otherwise specified.

Registration Link

Register online through Kentucky Emergency Management:

https://forms.logiforms.com/formdata/user_forms/25701_7726379/94173

Additional Information

For questions regarding the course, contact:

Misty Callahan
Administrative Specialist Senior
Phone: 502-607-3325
Email: [email protected]

08/27/2026

08/26/2026

🚒 Vehicle Fire Hands-On Training

Scott County Fire Training Opportunity

The State Fire Rescue Training District 15 and Stamping Ground Volunteer Fire Department invites firefighters and emergency responders to participate in a Live Vehicle Fire Hands-On Training Session focused on practical suppression tactics, firefighter safety, and vehicle fire operations.

Training Details

📅 Date: Monday, September 14, 2026
🕕 Time: 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM (1800-2100 Hours)
📍 Location: 122 Springview Drive, Stamping Ground, KY 40379
🏛️ County: Scott County

Training Objectives
Conduct safe and effective vehicle fire size-up
Practice hose line deployment and fire attack techniques
Identify hazards associated with modern vehicles
Review alternative fuel and electric vehicle considerations
Utilize proper PPE and SCBA procedures
Perform post-fire overhaul and vehicle stabilization

Participants should bring:

Full structural firefighting PPE
SCBA with spare cylinder (if available)

Who Should Attend?
Firefighters
Company Officers
Fire Instructors
Emergency Response Personnel

This live-fire training provides firefighters with the opportunity to apply classroom knowledge in a realistic training environment while improving operational readiness and firefighter safety.

For additional information, please contact the training coordinator.
Buzzy Campbell: [email protected]

Safety First;
All participants must wear appropriate PPE and follow instructor directions at all times. Safety officers will be assigned to monitor all training evolutions.

Train Safe • Train Smart • Be Ready

Vehicle Fire Hands-On Training
September 14, 2026 | 1800-2100 Hours
122 Springview Drive, Stamping Ground, KY 40379

08/26/2026

🚒 Vehicle Fire Classroom Training

Scott County Fire Training Opportunity

The State Fire Rescue Training District 15 and Stamping Ground Volunteer Fire Department invites all firefighters and emergency responders to attend a Vehicle Fire Classroom Training Session designed to enhance knowledge and operational safety when responding to vehicle fire incidents.

Training Details

📅 Date: Monday, September 7, 2026
🕕 Time: 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM (1800-2100 Hours)
📍 Location: 122 Springview Drive, Stamping Ground, KY 40379
🏛️ County: Scott County

Course Topics
Modern vehicle construction
Vehicle fire behavior and hazards
Alternative fuel vehicles (EV, hybrid, CNG)
Incident size-up and risk assessment
Fire attack considerations
Firefighter safety and PPE requirements
Best practices and case studies
Who Should Attend?
Firefighters
Fire Officers
Fire Instructors
Emergency Response Personnel

This classroom session will provide valuable information on current vehicle fire challenges and emerging technologies impacting fireground operations.

For additional information, please contact the training coordinator.

Train Safe • Train Smart • Be Ready

08/26/2026

TRAINING ANNOUNCEMENT
Vehicle Fire Training

The State Fire Rescue Training District 15 and Jessamine County Fire District is pleased to offer Vehicle Fire Training for firefighters and emergency responders. This hands-on training will provide participants with the knowledge and skills necessary to safely and effectively manage vehicle fire incidents.

Course Details

📅 Date: September 22, 2026
🕕 Time: 1800 - 2100 Hours
📍 Location: 1310 S. Main Street, Nicholasville, KY

Course Topics
Vehicle Fire Behavior and Hazards
Scene Size-Up and Risk Assessment
Fire Suppression Strategies and Tactics
Alternative Fuel and Electric Vehicle Considerations
Exposure Protection
Firefighter Safety and PPE Requirements
Practical Vehicle Fire Suppression Techniques

Who Should Attend?
Firefighters
Fire Officers
Volunteer Fire Personnel
Emergency Responders Interested in Vehicle Fire Operations
Required Equipment

Participants should bring:

Full Structural Firefighting PPE, with SCBA

Vehicle Fire Training

September 22, 2026
1800 - 2100 Hours
1310 S. Main Street, Nicholasville, KY

Train Hard. Stay Safe. Save Lives.

Hosted by the Kentucky Fire Commission, SFRT District 15

08/17/2026

SWIFT WATER AWARENESS
Course Announcement

🌊 Learn the fundamentals of swift water incidents and responder safety.

The Kentucky Fire Commission / State Fire Rescue Training is offering a FREE Swift Water Awareness Course designed for emergency responders and personnel who may encounter flooding or swift water emergency situations.

Course Details

📅 Date: September 9, 2026

📍 Location:
1310 S. Main St.
Nicholasville, KY 40356

⏰ Time: 6:00 PM - 10:00 PM

What You'll Learn
Swift water hazards and risk assessment
Water rescue awareness principles
Responder safety considerations
Incident recognition and scene management
Flood and water emergency response considerations
Important Information

✅ Lecture Only
✅ No equipment required
✅ Free of Charge
✅ Class Size Limited to 30 Participants

Registration

Registration Deadline: September 6, 2026

Register online: https://forms.gle/HekeD8Pnm5d8tGGa9

Questions?

Contact the SFRT District 15 Office:

📞 859-256-3596
📧 [email protected]

Presented by the Kentucky Fire Commission / State Fire Rescue Training

"Awareness is the first step toward a safe and effective response."

08/12/2026

The Mountain Fire Fighters Association, in conjunction with State Fire Rescue Training District 12, is honored to welcome Chief John Beatsch of the Southgate Volunteer Fire Department to the 48th Annual Hazard Fire School for a special presentation on the third deadliest nightclub fire in United States history.

On May 28, 1977, fire swept through the Beverly Hills Supper Club in Southgate, Kentucky, killing 165 people and injuring hundreds more.

At just 21 years old, Chief Beatsch was a firefighter on the first-arriving engine company. He witnessed the incident firsthand and took part in the response and rescue operations that night. Nearly 50 years later, Chief Beatsch will share what he saw and experienced—from the initial response and rapidly deteriorating conditions to the challenges of locating and rescuing victims. He will also discuss lessons learned involving fireground operations, building construction, fire and life safety codes, emergency response, and firefighter training.

Hear the story from a firefighter who was actually there. Come listen. Come learn. Remember those who were lost. Pass the lessons on to your department.

https://forms.gle/R16492t5ni4PvMeCA

08/12/2026

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08/12/2026

CLINTONVILLE FIRE DEPARTMENT TRAINING

Forcible Entry Training

📍 108 Austerlitz Rd.
Paris, KY 40361

🗓️ Training Session
🕖 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM