"Professional Instruction and Training
for Emergency Responders."

June 17, 2010
MBU Article in Truro Daily News
Firefighters in Colchester County are participating in live fire training excercises using the new state of the art MBU. Several local departments will receive training while the MBU is located at the Bible Hill fire station. Read all the details HERE.

June 7, 2010
MBU Featured at FDIC-Atlantic
FDIC-Atlantic had another successful program, it's 16th annual conference. Conference attendees participated in a wide variety of theory and hands on training, including the new MBU. Video of this years' hands on sessions can be found HERE.

May 17, 2010
MBU Visits Shelburne County
Shelburne County firefighters experience live fire training without having to leave their communities The Shelburne County Coast Guard article can be found HERE.

April 30, 2010
Share Your Knowledge
Have you ever thought that you might like to do some teaching either as an Instructor or as an Assistant?  Why not talk to Jenn Barr and see if you’d be the right person to work for the Nova Scotia Firefighters School.  Jenn can be reached at jbarr@nsfs.ns.ca

April 28, 2010
Mobile Burn Unit now on the Road!
Chester Fire Department hosted – to rave reviews - the Mobile Burn Unit (MBU) on its maiden run last weekend.  A full course load over several nights and throughout the weekend left everyone who participated very happy … and tired.  The MBU does it all.  From roof ventilation to forcible entry to confined spaces training to many live fire configurations; the MBU will allow you and your fellow departments the experience of controlled fire scenarios at their best.   Call or email Jenn Barr jbarr@nsfs.ns.ca today to learn more and to book your training!

April 15, 2010
New Cars?  New Problems!
What you don’t know could hurt you.  The Nova Scotia Firefighters School has introduced a course on Hybrid vehicles and new car construction.  This 2 ½ hour session is designed to give you information on the hazards & complications you may face when dealing with newer car technology; including hybrids and supplemental restraint systems.

April 10, 2010
Thermal Imaging Course Updated
Thermal imaging has revolutionized aspects of fire and rescue operations.  Thermal imagers have proven to be invaluable in making a firefighters job not only easier, but also safer.  Through classroom lectures, discussion and practical hands on exercises, you will learn fundamental concepts to safe use of thermal imaging in fire service applications. 

March 15, 2010
Save Your Own! – Rapid Intervention Training
These sessions are designed to let you develop the skills needed to effectively monitor fire situations and have in place the necessary equipment and tools to rescue any downed firefighter or any firefighter in trouble at structured fires as mandated by NFPA 1500.  Courses are planned for September.  However, please contact Jenn Barr at jbarr@nsfs.ns.ca to discuss other opportunities.

February 24, 2010
Orientation Firefighter Training.
Are you having trouble finding the time to take the basic firefighter training program? The NSFS has introduced two new programs to help you obtain the necessary skills required as a firefighter in less than half the time! Orientation Firefighting is an 8 day program which covers the essential skills required to get you started as a firefighter. The student can then continue on the path toward certification with an 11 day Intermediate Firefighting course. Contact us today to arrange training in YOUR area!

February 19, 2010
Annual General Meeting - March 21, 2010
The Annual General Meeting and Elections will be held Sunday March 21, 2010 at 1:00 PM at the NSFS. Join us for a review of the past year as well as news on upcoming events for 2010. Please remember to have your annual dues paid to be eligible to vote on items that effect YOUR school.

February 2, 2010
Fireschool on Breakfast Television February 10th
The NSFS will be on Breakfast Television on February 10th.   BT’s Cyril Lunney, whose grandfather was a life-long firefighter, will learn about many of the great features of the new Mobile Burn Unit.    Knowing Cyril’s desire for hands on experience, it should be quite a show!  Tune into the “A” channel starting at 7 a.m. (AST).

January 29, 2010
Running out of ideas for training?
Are you stumped as to what to do next Tuesday night for training?  Why not take Volunteer Training Drills on March 13th & 14th.  Content includes not only firefighting and driver/operator training drills, but also drills that are not only practical, but fun!  You’re sure to leave with lots of ideas for future Company evolutions.  For more information or to book your spot, contact Jenn Barr at jbarr@nsfs.ns.ca   Registration deadline is February 14th.

January 15, 2010
Class 15 Graduates
On a reasonably warm day in mid-January, amidst a gallery of photographers, smiling graduates posed for photos with family and their friends from class 15.  Fire Marshal Robert Cormier gave an inspiring speech to the Class onf what it takes to be a firefighter.   Everyone at the NSFS wishes our new firefighters the best of luck in the future.

January 13, 2010
Mobile Burn Unit Arrives!
The long awaited arrival of NSFS’s new Mobile Burn Unit has finally happened!  This live-fire trainer will allow community firefighters state-of-the-art, realistic fire scenarios as well as HAZMAT, confined space and search & rescue training.   More information on booking will be available shortly.

January 4, 2010
Email Newsletter introduced
Want to keep posted on the latest news, course offerings and bookstore acquisitions?  Why not join our e-newsletter?  It’s easy!  All you have to do is supply us with your email address & you can start receiving emails immediately.  You can unsubscribe at any time.  Please note that the NSFS does not publish, trade or sell our mailing lists to anyone.  Scroll to the bottom of the news section below to sign up.

(December 10, 2009)
WE'RE HAVING A CLEARANCE SALE!
Check out the list of clearance items. Many great deals and some hard to find items. Get them while you still can! Click here to visit our Clearance Center.

(October29, 2009)
Another addition to our ever growing bookstore
We are pleased to announce we are now distributors for Jones & Bartlett Publishers. Pease check our store to download the latest catalogue. Click here to visit our Bookstore.

(October 7, 2009)
New Fire Investigation Courses Added
Course 3206 – Fire Dynamics and course 3207 – Fire Scene Reconstruction have been added to our November line up.  For more information about these courses, contact Jenn Barr at jbarr@nsfs.ns.ca