Every day, the LAFD has members on fire engines, ladder trucks, ambulances, and specialized resources throughout Los Angeles visiting schools, businesses, houses of worship, neighborhood council groups and many other stakeholders within its 470 square-mile response area. This is an opportunity to provide public education in Fire Safety, Emergency Planning, Emergency Medical Services, and Emergency Preparedness to inform the public and their families.
The Los Angeles Fire Department works closely with local youth in the LAFD Cadet Program. We begin teaching and training our young adults, ages 14 to 21, about the fire service and how important it is to get involved early on the path to becoming future firefighters. LAFD Cadet Posts are spread through the entire city of Los Angeles.
The LAFD also has mentorship programs for individuals who are interested in a career in the fire service. These mentors provide the guidance for future candidates on direction, leadership, and support throughout the hiring process. For recruitment: www.joinlafd.org.
The LAFD promotes and educates the public with programs such as monthly safety campaigns, Sidewalk-CPR (Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation), and others in coordination with the Community Liaison Office. The LAFD partners with many City departments to educate the public about preparedness, recovery, and resilience in the face of all types of emergencies.
We collaborate with other agencies and non-profit organizations including the American Red Cross and MySafe:LA.
Training and education is also available through many other programs. The LAFD provides Disaster Awareness Courses (DAC), Community Emergency Response Team (CERT), Public Access Defibrillator Program, Fire Extinguisher Demo’s, High Rise Evacuation Drills, or other specific training tailored to the needs of your occupancy. These inquiries can be made via email at LAFDrequest@lacity.org.