The Fire Department offers free safety and training programs, such as Alhambra CERT, a program which helps residents train for a potential disaster.

  Training Programs and Community Education/Services

The Alhambra Fire Department offers a variety of training programs for staff, as well as educational programs for the general community. These include:

Alhambra CERT:
Based on FEMA's CERT program, the Alhambra Fire Department offers 21 hours of CERT training to members of the community who are interested in assisting in the event of a major disaster. Topics include Utility Control, Search & Rescue, Fire Suppression, First Aid, Haz-Mat Recognition, Terrorism and Disaster Psychology. For more information, contact Cert Recruitment at (626) 570-3270, ext. 8100.
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Paramedic Continuing Education: The Alhambra Fire Department provides in-house continuing education for EMTs and paramedics. The educational objectives of this program are formulated by analyzing data, retrospective review of actual calls, patient outcomes after discharge from the hospital, and in field observation of assessment and treatment skills. A certified EMS nurse operates the program and monitors all aspects of the continuous quality management process. The quality of the program has enabled the department to qualify for and secure a State provider number for continuing education in this area. For more information, call (626) 308-4855.
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CPR/First-aid classes: The Alhambra Fire Department offers CPR and First Aid classes for residents, business owners and day care providers. All classes are taught our firefighters in accordance with CAL-OSHA guidelines. For additional information, call (626) 570-5190.
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Fire Explorer Program: This program, associated with the Boy Scouts of America, is geared for young men and women in the community who are 15 years of age or older. It provides opportunities for young people to develop leadership skills and work alongside career firefighters, paramedics, and fire prevention officers, assisting them with public education activities. Explorers typically volunteer their time on Saturdays, training and assisting with special assignments, such as open houses and community events. The program offers successful participants an opportunity for scholarships and/or sponsorship into local fire academies. For additional information, call (626) 570-3270 ext. 7056.
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Fire Cadet Program: This program, designed as the second step toward a fire service career, is open to graduates of fire academies. After one year of volunteer service, the Cadet can earn a State Firefighter I Certification and qualify for the Auxiliary Firefighter Program. Cadets perform routine tasks including maintenance, fire prevention work, training, and may assist firefighters in suppression work and emergency medical situations. For more information about this program, call (626) 570-3270, ext. 5144.
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Auxiliary Firefighters Program: This program, designed as the third step in the process of becoming a firefighter, is available to Firefighter I certified individuals to assist, maintain, and apply their skills achieved through the certification process, as established by the California State Fire Marshal's Office and Alhambra Fire Department. Under the direct supervision of a fire captain or other sworn personnel, the Auxiliary Firefighter works in a training, learning, and assisting capacity. They respond and perform in the areas of fire suppression, prevention, rescue, and emergency medical service with career firefighters. The auxiliary firefighter also assists in the maintenance and repair of facilities, apparatus, and fire-fighting equipment.
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Free blood pressure screenings: The Alhambra Fire Department is available to assist citizens in maintaining a healthy heart by offering FREE blood pressure screenings. Residents may stop by any one of the four fire stations during normal working hours throughout the year for a screening by one of the staff paramedics.  Click here for a list of Fire Department station locations.
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Free fire safety presentations are given at pre-schools, elementary schools, medical facilities, elderly care facilities, service club meetings, public fairs, and other events. The department's mascot, "Sparky the Fire Dog" (a furry, six-foot Dalmatian costume worn by one of our personnel) is available to come to events for children. Fire inspectors also conduct hands-on classes in the use of portable fire extinguishers, enabling participants to extinguish a live fire. To request any of these services, call (626) 570-5193.
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Free fire station tours can be arranged by calling (626) 570-5190. The caller will be referred to the appropriate station captain to set up a date and time. There is no charge for this service and coloring books or other items are generally given to children touring the station.
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Free presentations can also be given at career day fairs, special school events, fire drills, and some carnivals and fairs. These presentations must be arranged through the on-duty Battalion Chief at (626) 570-5199.
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"Safe Haven" Program - The State of California "Safe Haven" Law (or "Safe Surrender" Law) allows a person to legally and anonymously surrender a newborn child (72 hours of age or younger)  to a designated official without fear of criminal prosecution. The Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors has designated all Los Angeles County Fire Department stations as "Safe Haven" surrender sites, including all four Alhambra Fire Department stations. Persons who surrender such a child will be given a medical questionnaire to assist medical personnel in the treatment of the infant in case a medical condition is discovered or develops at a later time. After the infant is assessed for medical needs at a local hospital, the infant will be transfered to the custody of the Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS). For more information about the "Safe Haven" Program, call toll-free  (877) BABY-SAFE or (877) 222-9723, or visit the Los Angeles County Safe Surrender Program on the web.