The Vista Fire Department proudly congratulates Firefighter/EMT Ashtin Rama on successfully completing his EMT-Basic class and earning certification as an Emergency Medical Technician!

The hard work and dedication that Firefighter/EMT Rama demonstrated throughout this program reflect the professionalism and pride our members bring to the Vista Fire Department every day.

During the EMT-Basic class, ... (Full Story & Photos)

This week's Monday Night Drill was an "OSHA Class" drill for our members.

The annual OSHA class covered essential topics such as safe response protocols, SCBA maintenance checks, hazardous materials operations, and other crucial skills that first responders must review each year to stay up-to-date and safe. This training reinforces department safety standards, regulatory compliance, and best practices, ... (Full Story & Photos)

This Sunday morning, the Vista Fire Department held a Firefighter Skills Class focused on strengthening core firefighting skills and supporting members working toward their next level of certification.

The "Firefighter Skills Class" focused on ground ladder operations, with members reviewing a detailed PowerPoint that covered ladder types and construction, proper ladder selection, length and reach ... (Full Story & Photos)

The Vista Fire Department is proud to congratulate Firefighter/EMT Ashtin Rama on successfully completing his probationary period through the VFD Mentor Program!

Since joining the department, Firefighter/EMT Rama has achieved several important milestones, including becoming a Nationally Certified Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), completing Firefighter I, and being cleared as a driver on the department’s ... (Full Story & Photos)

This week’s Monday Night Drill focused on Bloodborne Pathogens training for our members.

Our Vista Fire Department personnel conducted the annual Bloodborne Pathogens drill, which covers essential training based on NFPA 1581 (Fire Department infection control program) and OSHA 29 CFR 1910.1030 (occupational exposure to bloodborne pathogens). These standards mandate that all first responders are trained ... (Full Story & Photos)