The purpose of the training division of the Fire Department is to provide continuing education for the firefighters so they will be better prepared to meet the challenges of serving our citizens, and to maintain a current firefighter certification essential to the "Texas Commission on Fire Protection". Our Emergency Management department keeps the "Palestine Emergency Operations Plan" up-dated as required by FEMA. We conduct annual response exercises (drills) with a strong emphasis on hazardous materials transported and stored within the city limits.
Certify three firefighters to the level of Red Cross first aid.
Train all firefighters in all phases of Red Cross first aid.
Train recruits to state certifications levels.