Public Education & Outreach

Public Education and Outreach is a component of the Fire Prevention Division designed to implement activities and awareness efforts in the schools and community. Linda Greenidge serves as the Fire Department’s Public Education and Outreach Coordinator. Main program areas and services include:

Community CPR Classes

Community CPR classes are offered at various times throughout the year at the Ronald Gentry Training Center, 310 Century Parkway. Classes are $15 each and they are open to individuals that live or work in Allen. Read More…

Community Emergency Response Team

The Community Emergency Response Team (C.E.R.T.) actively prepares for the delivery of immediate life saving and life sustaining skills to assist residents following a major disaster prior to the availability of first responder services. With training in fire safety, light search and rescue, team organization, and disaster medical operations, C.E.R.T. members are prepared to help their neighborhoods or workplaces following an event that requires large-scale, immediate emergency response. This is just one of many initiatives that benefit the City’s overall readiness to handle emergency situations. If you are interested in becoming a C.E.R.T. member, contact Dave Campbell at 469.371.1018.

Citizens Fire Academy

Get a look at the Allen Fire Department from the inside out by participating in an upcoming Allen Citizens Fire Academy. Firefighters from throughout the department serve as Academy instructors to provide insight on everything from emergency operations to fire and life safety training. Participants will ride along with on-duty fire fighters on emergency calls and participate in hands-on demonstrations. Read More…

Fire Explorer Program

If you are between the ages of 15 and 21 with an interest in exploring a career in fire fighting and emergency medical services – consider becoming a member of Allen Fire Department Explorer Post 1953. This program provides the opportunity to get a first hand look at the fire service while participating in community service events. Read More…

Education Programs

The Public Education & Outreach Division of the Allen Fire Department works closely with local educators to deliver Risk Watch, an injury prevention and natural disaster preparedness program, and other activities such as safety fairs and mobile classroom presentations. The division also maintains a video library for featuring films on fire safety, 9-1-1 awareness and other relevant topics

Apparatus displays are available for schools, preschools, day care centers and special events. Displays are not available at private residences and all display requests must be scheduled at least two weeks in advance.

Fire Station tours are available by calling 214.509.4407. Read More…

We also promote fire and life safety for all ages and in all environments. Read More…