Community Engagement & Public Education
The Baltimore City Fire Department (BCFD) Office of Communications & Community Engagement offers training and educational programs to help residents and community groups improve fire and life safety awareness. We take part in various Community Resource Fairs & Events, Neighborhood Association Meetings, Job Fairs, Fire & Life Safety Initiatives, Summer Camps, and school & church events.
What We Offer:
- Hands-Only CPR Training
- Fire Safety & Career Presentations
- Fire Apparatus & Medic Tours
Our programs benefit residents, schools, churches, and community organizations, equipping them with lifesaving skills and important fire safety knowledge.
Community Events We Participate In:
- Community Resource Fairs
- Neighborhood Association Meetings
- Job Fairs
- Fire & Life Safety Initiatives
- Summer Camps
- School & Church Events
Request a Public Education Event
Submit an Event Request Form to schedule a fire safety training, presentation, or community event.
- Hands-Only CPR Training
BCFD offers free Hands-Only CPR training to those interested in making a difference in their community! Hands-Only CPR is used to help others in the event of a cardiac emergency. Knowing how to administer Hands-Only CPR can make a difference and saves lives. This life-saving skill has been beneficial in enabling bystanders to assist a person in cardiac arrest prior to EMS arrival. Hands-Only CPR is recommended for use by people who see a teen or adult collapse in an “out-of-hospital” setting (such as at home, work, or school). Hands-Only CPR is an American Heart Association-approved method that does not require mouth-to-mouth breaths. The State of Maryland mandates that all high school students complete this course prior to graduation.
- Career Presentations
Baltimore City Fire Department Educators and BEAT (Building Education and Awareness Team) members will attend school job fairs, and community events to discuss careers within the Baltimore City Fire Department. Career Presentations are interactive, insightful, and impactful and aim to capture the attention of middle & high school, and college students, as well as those who attend trade schools, and other job readiness programs to help interested candidates learn more about careers in the fire service.
- Fire Truck/Fire Engine Request
At the request of an organization, school, business, or community member, BCFD can assign a Fire Truck or Fire Engine (depending on availability) to your event. The assigned members, will offer a tour of the apparatus, engage with participants, discuss fire & life safety, and more.
**Please keep in mind that the apparatus is in service and may have to respond to a 911 call. If they must respond, they will make every effort to return. **
- Fire and Life Safety Presentations
BCFD safety educators will provide a dynamic safety presentation during your event. Topics will vary based on audience, request, and season. At the end of the presentation, the educator will conduct a Q&A session.
We are committed to promoting fire and life safety within our community and are eager to collaborate with you to enhance safety awareness and preparedness.
Third Party Plan Review
In certain cases, the Baltimore City Fire Department (BCFD) allows approved third-party agencies to conduct plan reviews to help expedite the permitting process. Third-party reviews ensure that fire protection systems and life safety features are designed to meet all applicable codes, while providing flexibility for project teams on tight schedules.
Learn more on the Fire Marshal's website.