Conn. Fire Academy receives $517K grant for new SCBA, training support
The Connecticut Fire Academy received AFG funding to modernize and expand SCBA equipment used to train recruits and support specialized programs statewide
A $517,000 FEMA Assistance to Firefighters Grant is helping the Connecticut Fire Academy modernize and expand SCBA and equipment used to train firefighters statewide.
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By Stephen Underwood
Hartford Courant
WINDSOR LOCKS, Conn. —
The Connecticut Fire Academy
is getting a significant boost in expanding its equipment and gear to help train future firefighters.
The grant money will pay for new air packs and self-contained breathing apparatus equipment, support training for fire academy recruits and help build out other specialized programs, according to the academy.
“The Assistance to Firefighters Grants Program continues to be vital to the fire service. This award ensures that Connecticut’s firefighters are trained on current, safe and reliable SCBA equipment. Without AFG, the cost of these upgrades would fall directly on taxpayers. This investment supports firefighter readiness and preserves public resources,” said State Fire Administrator Jeff Morrissette.
The Connecticut Fire Academy, located in Windsor Locks, provides a 70-day residential program for recruits and training for state firefighters and municipal fire departments.
“High-quality training depends on high-quality equipment. These SCBA packs protect our instructors and provide realistic, safe training for firefighters who will return home to protect their communities,” said director of training P.J. Norwood.
According to fire officials, the equipment was purchased with the assistance of Connecticut-based vendor
MES Life Safety
.
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