Austin Fire Department
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Austin Fire Department Education and Recruitment Programs
The Austin Fire Departments offers several education and recruitment programs for individuals with an interest in fire service.
- AFD Explorers Post 370 (ages 14 through 20)
The Austin Fire Department Explorers Post 370 is a co-ed program that was formed in partnership with the Capitol Area Council Boy Scouts of America to introduce participants to firefighting and EMS skills through use of firefighting and safety equipment in facilitates where professional firefighters train. The group focuses on teamwork and leadership development.
- Pass the Torch (ages 18 through 35)
Pass the Torch provides participants with an opportunity to learn about the fire service and emergency medical services response in a safe, controlled, and educational environment during weekend sessions over an approximately four-month period. The program is designed to provide participants with a preview of the Austin Fire Department Academy experience and increase awareness about career opportunities in fire service.
- Join AFD
Join AFD is the official recruiting site for the Austin Fire Department where visitors can learn about the hiring process, mission, vision and values and upcoming recruiting events.
Austin Fire Department Ride Along
The Austin Fire Department invites community members 18 and older to ride out at one of our fire stations as often as once per quarter. The experience offers participants an opportunity to increase understanding of operations (firefighting) and the other services provided by AFD during a shift.
All ride outs are scheduled between 12:30 p.m. and 10 p.m., though participants are not required to stay for the entire period.
Individuals wishing to request a ride out must complete this request and release form at least two weeks in advance of the desired ride-along date. We also encourage the reading of and commitment to the ride along rules listed in the form.
If you have questions about this process or need assistance, please email AFD Lieutenant Chafino.
Austin Fire Department Inspections and Permits
The AFD Fire Marshal's Office is responsible for the protection of life and property through code enforcement and plans review. These services include hydrant flow tests, permitting, facilitating knox box and knox lock requests, and residential home boxes.
Austin Fire Department Reports
"In accordance with the Public Information Act, Chapter 552 of the Texas Government Code, the Austin Fire Department (AFD) processes requests for records. The most common requests are related to AFD operations including, but not limited to, incident reports (fires, collision, medical treatment by our personnel, etc.) and property reports (environmental assessments, inspections, violations, spills, etc.).
The Public Information Act does not require governmental bodies to create new information, perform legal research, or to answer questions. The request must ask for records already in existence.
Visit the City of Austin Public Records Center to submit a request.
