The program was begun at the Mardela Springs Volunteer Fire Company on 1 August 2023 and entailed 21 hours of classroom and practical instruction.

This program is the basic introductory course into operating emergency vehicles and covers a multitude of topics including (but not limited to) safe driving and collision avoidance; Maryland motor vehicle statutes; route selection and communications; vehicle inspection and driving preparation; physical forces affecting driving; lights and sirens; basic control tasks; urban driving; negotiating intersections and turnarounds; following and passing vehicles; high-speed driving; dealing with adverse conditions and contingencies; and emergency parking.

Congratulations Garrett and Paul!

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