This week's Monday night drill focused on "Firefighter CPR, F.A.S.T., and Mayday Operations" for our members.

During the "F.A.S.T. & Mayday Operations" portion of the drill, Vista Firefighters reviewed the proper steps for initiating a mayday, including how to effectively communicate one during an emergency. Firefighters then applied these skills in a practical scenario, using F.A.S.T. (Firefighter ... (Full Story & Photos)

This Saturday evening, we held an "Onboarding Module Training Program" for several new members of the Vista Fire Department.

The session focused on three core modules:

Module 6 - History of the Vista Volunteer Fire Department

Understanding the history of the Vista Fire Department is essential for new members to build a sense of pride and connection to the organization. This module ... (Full Story & Photos)

This Monday evening, we held an "Onboarding Module Training Program" for several new members of the Vista Fire Department.

The session focused on one core module:

Module 5 - Apparatus Overview

Hands-on learning is crucial to understanding how equipment and vehicles function. This module introduces probationary members to the department’s apparatus, ensuring they become familiar with ... (Full Story & Photos)

This Sunday morning, we held a "Firefighter Skills Class" alongside our "Onboarding Module Training Program" for several new members of the Vista Fire Department.

The session focused on two core modules:

Module 3 - EMS Scene Operations

This module provided a general overview of how the department manages emergency medical services (EMS) scenes. It emphasized the importance of flexibility, ... (Full Story & Photos)

“The role of a firefighter in today’s society – be it urban, rural, natural environment, volunteer, career, industrial, defence force, aviation, motor sport, or other – is one of dedication, commitment, and sacrifice – no matter what country we reside and work in. In the fire service, we fight together against one common enemy – fire – no matter what country we come from, what uniform we wear, ... (Full Story & Photos)