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The Colton Fire Department continues to keep training within State mandated requirements, and also conducts expanded training. Personnel train daily, weekly, monthly, semi-annually and annually, in areas ranging from standard hose lays to complex multi-agency drills. The primary purpose of the Training Division is to provide crews with the necessary knowledge and hands-on skill needed to perform their job duties safely and efficiently. This training increases the safety of the crews as well as their ability to protect the public they are sworn to serve. The ability to practice these skills repeatedly on training props increases their competence as well as their ability to work as a team. Specific training is mandated by federal, state, and local authorities. These organizations establish a minimum standard that all firefighting agencies in their area must meet. The Training Division of Colton Fire strives to not only meet these requirements, but to continuously surpass them.  Training is performed weekly at a company level. Each company officer decides what training is to be done, and what the goals of that training are. Monthly multi-company drills are conducted by each Battalion Chief to promote teamwork and standardization among all companies.

These drills are more in-depth
and require greater cooperation among company officers and crews. Semi-Annual Company Performance Standard (CPS) tests are conducted every May and November. These tests consist of multiple tasks that each company must complete in a pre-determined timeframe with no, or very minimal, errors. The Colton Fire Department has several training props, each with a specific function. A forcible entry door prop is used to simulate forcing entry through a locked door to gain access to a structure. A rebar tree prop is used to train on proper cutting and entry though a metal door. Our large ventilation prop has both pitched and flat roof sections for training in proper access, cutting, and egress from various roof types. This was constructed of donated wood and hardware from Lowes, and constructed by the department staff. A door lock prop is used to train members in various methods of breaking locks to open doors. A multi-stage firefighter down prop is used to train members in proper procedure in the event they become lost, entrapped, or injured.

Pictured at left is our four story, 1,280 square foot training tower, which is used for various fireground drills. A standpipe and sprinkler system was installed to train in standpipe connections, sprinkler shut-off, and water salvage. The tower can also be used for ladder training, both deployments as well as ladder rescue. It can also be filled with smoke to train department personnel in an environment similar to what is inside a burning building. Various moveable mazes have been constructed and placed inside to simulate search and rescue procedures. A 4’ x 4’ cutout is located on the roof to further train personnel in ventilation. Several anchors have been added to the roof to conduct rope rescue drills and rappelling.

The Training Department is also responsible for creating and updating departmental promotional tests. These tests evaluate prospective fire engineers and fire captains for their knowledge of policies and procedures, command ability, safe driving practices, area knowledge, hydraulics, vehicle specifications, and pump operation.

City of Colton Fire Department
Headquarters and Fire Marshal’s Office

Physical/Mailing Address

303 East “E” Street
Colton, CA 92324

Phone Number

(909) 370-5100
FAX (909) 370-6146

Business Hours

Monday-Thursday 7:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.

PHYSICAL/MAILING ADDRESS

303 East “E” Street
Colton, CA 92324

BUSINESS HOURS / CONTACT INFO

Monday – Thursday:
7:00 am – 6:00 pm
Phone: (909) 370-5100
Fax: (909) 370-6146

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The Colton Fire Department has been awarded a gran The Colton Fire Department has been awarded a grant for new battery operated hydraulic extrication tools, often referred to as “the jaws of life”. In 2019 alone Colton Firefighters responded to over 1400 calls involving traffic collisions. Approximately 10% of those calls had patients trapped and required passenger extrication. The Office Of Traffic Safety awarded the City of Colton Fire Department two full sets of the newer faster equipment which will enable us to get trapped patients rescued from their vehicle and en route to the hospital to get the critical care if needed. Thank Office Of Traffic Safety for helping us make our roads safer. #coltonfirefighters #coltonfire #amkusrescuesystems #amkus #autoextrication
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Medic Engine 212 on a vehicle fire today eastbound Medic Engine 212 on a vehicle fire today eastbound 10 at Riverside
Colton Fire had a structure fire in the 100 blk of Colton Fire had a structure fire in the 100 blk of E. G St. Mutual Aid assistance was provided from Rialto Fire and San Bernardino County Fire. Station coverage provided by Loma Linda and Redlands Fire. #coltonfirefighters #coltonfiredepartment
Congratulations to Shaun Tarcon on his new promoti Congratulations to Shaun Tarcon on his new promotion to Captain. Captain Tarcon started his career with the United States Forest Service. He lateraled over in 2013 as an Engineer. Thank you Shaun for your hard work and dedication.
MT211, ME212, ME213, and BC404 working a TC on La MT211, ME212, ME213, and BC404 working a TC on La Cadena and Valley.
The National Significant Wildland Fire Potential O The National Significant Wildland Fire Potential Outlook issued November 1 by the Predictive Services section at the National Interagency Fire Center predicts wildfire potential will remain above normal in parts of California through November. The potential in the Southern Plains is likely to be above normal December through February.

The data from NIFC shown here represents the cumulative forecasts of the ten Geographic Area Predictive Services Units and the National Predictive Services Unit.
Remember to stay safe this Halloween, and don’t Remember to stay safe this Halloween, and don’t forget to follow recommeand guidelines. #coltonfire #coltonfirefighters
Latest on the Statewide Wild Fire situation thank Latest on the Statewide Wild Fire situation  thank you for the information @calfire #calfire
Colton Fire is currently recruiting for the positi Colton Fire is currently recruiting for the positions of Firefighter/Paramedic and Engineer.  See the link in our bio
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Reposted from @coltonfirefighters Thanks to CJ Ham Reposted from @coltonfirefighters Thanks to CJ Hamilton from @electricalawareness for the First Responder Electrical Safety Awareness course. We always enjoy your classes and always learn something new.
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The U.S. Forest Service announced in a news releas The U.S. Forest Service announced in a news release this morning that a firefighter was killed while working on the El Dorado Fire in Southern California Thursday, September 17, 2020. Neither the name nor the circumstances were released. (Source WFT Sept 18th 2020)
Medic Engine 213 is currently in the Angelus Oaks Medic Engine 213 is currently in the Angelus Oaks area providing structure defense. #coltonfire #coltonfirefighters
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BE 214 still going strong @popsleatherworks BE 214 still going strong @popsleatherworks
Burn operation today on the #dolanfire Burn operation today on the #dolanfire
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