Cadet Firefighter Training:
Cadet firefighters from Town of Berlin Fire Departments Company #1 East Berlin and Company #3 Berlin participated in training at Company #2 Kensington Fire Station on July 19, 2026
By Berlin Volunteer Fire Department
July 26, 2026
Training Focus: The training was designed to build cadets’ confidence in operating in reduced space and entanglement situations that may occur during firefighter duties. Skills Practiced: Cadets learned how to move through a training prop used annually by Town of Berlin firefighters. They began slowly, with the level of difficulty increasing during each evolution. Outcome We are proud to say the cadets performed exceptionally well. About the Cadet Program: The Town of Berlin Fire Departments’ Cadet Program gives local youth ages 16 to 18 the opportunity to gain firsthand experience and practical knowledge of firefighting. Get Involved Through the Cadet Program, participants can explore firefighting as both a volunteer opportunity and a potential career path. For more information about the Cadet Program or how to become involved with the Town of Berlin Fire Departments, please visit the department website at www.BerlinFD.com
