The Division of Fire Standards and Training and Emergency Medical Services recognizes that its primary mission is to increase the capability of the entire New Hampshire Fire and Emergency Medical Services through the application of the best methodologies and techniques in education and practice.

We believe in the achievement of excellence in our services through dedication, teamwork, and open communication.

We are committed to exceeding expectations through the efficient research, development and delivery of all aspects of fire and emergency medical service training, education, and administration.

Director Perry E. Plummer (pictured right) oversees the Division of Fire Standards and Training and Emergency Medical Services, a division within the New Hampshire Department of Safety. His duties include overseeing the state’s Fire Academy in Concord, fire training curriculum and certification, as well as oversight of the Bureau of Emergency Medical Services. His duties are outlined in state law (RSA 21-P:12-a and RSA 21-P:12-b). The Fire Academy includes an administration/classroom building, 72-bed dormitory, 2-bay fire station (drive through), training ground (2 burn buildings, flashover simulator, and other props), and many mobile props that are used throughout the state. The New Hampshire Fire Academy serves as the Northeast regional training facility for Aircraft Rescue and Firefighting Personnel.

NOTE: For information regarding Fire and EMS Training throughout the state, visit:

Scheduled Training & Events Page

	News and Events
	May 9 , 2012 Homeland Security Grant Training Reimbursement Packet UPDATED Document! NOTE: This is information on grant funded training reimbursement for overtime/backfill, pay reimbursement for call firefighters and stipend for volunteer firefighters. Homeland Security Grant Funded Training News - NOTE: Most of these new classes will have Online Registration that will be linked from the Scheduled Training & Events Page! Overtime and Backfill Policy
	April 20, 2012 Firefighter Appreciation Night, July 31st, 2012
	March 12, 2012 2012 Three State Weekend Brochure January 31, 2012 NEETO 2012 NIMS-ICS All-Hazards Position Specific Training Program Schedule
	Of Interest
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