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Can I do a ride-along with the Albany Fire Department?

The Albany Fire Department’s ride-along program is available in a limited capacity to personnel from outside emergency agencies, educational institutions, and to AFD-sponsored public. All riders must be at least 18 years of age and have an interest in the fire service. An exception to this is for students, at least 16 years of age, who are enrolled in a school Fire/EMS-related educational program approved by AFD administration. Department shift personnel have the right to decline to participate. The ride-along program is not available to “thrill seekers” but rather to those with a sincere interest in the fire service and what it entails.

Normal sessions will be scheduled between 0800 and 2200 hours, but may be adjusted by the station officer.

For questions or for further information about the ride-along program, please call the Fire administration office at 541-917-7700.

 

The Albany Fire Department's overall Insurance Services Office (ISO) Public Protection Classification rating is Class 2 for all areas serviced by the Department located within five road miles of a recognized fire station. Any properties over five road miles from a recognized fire station remain at a Public Protection Classification rating of 10. Effective May 1, 2019

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