We are pleased to announce that Isaac Carlson has successfully graduated from the Massachusetts Firefighting Academy’s 50-day Career Recruit Firefighter Training Program. Isaac was one of 30 recruits in Class #328, representing fire departments across the region, including Acton, Ashland, Burlington, Dracut, Fall River, Holden, Littleton, Lowell, Melrose, Methuen, Milford, Natick, Plainville, Watertown, Westborough, and Wilmington.

The program, which combines classroom instruction, physical fitness training, firefighter skills training, and live firefighting practice, prepares recruits to face the diverse challenges of modern firefighting. Today’s firefighters are trained to handle much more than just fires. They are the first responders to a wide range of emergencies, including hazardous materials incidents, gas leaks, chemical spills, and search-and-rescue operations. Whether it’s rescuing someone trapped in an elevator, responding to a vehicle crash, or dealing with environmental hazards, firefighters like Isaac are prepared for anything.

In addition to these critical skills, recruits also learn fire behavior science, fire suppression tactics, self-rescue techniques, public fire education, and stress management. The rigorous 10-week program ensures that all graduates are equipped to protect and serve their communities with the highest standards of professionalism and expertise.

Please join us in welcoming Firefighter Isaac Carlson to the Ashland Fire Department. We’re proud to have him on our team as we continue to serve and protect the Ashland community.

Source: Town of Ashland