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The Frederick County Volunteer Fire and Rescue Association
wantsYOU to GEAR UP

Would you like to make a difference in your town?  
Being a volunteer member is a 
great way to contribute!

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Member Joyce Shry, December 09

National Handwashing Awareness Week is a significant public health initiative that aims to raise awareness about the importance of handwashing in preventing the spread of germs and illness.

Handwashing is one of the most effective ways to prevent the spread of germs and illness. Germs can be spread through contact with contaminated surfaces, such as doorknobs, keyboards, and handrails, and through ... (Full Story & Photos)

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Crash Responder Safety Week, November 18-22

Member Joyce Shry, November 13

The Crash Responder Safety Week (CRSW) affords a unique opportunity for every Traffic Incident Management (TIM) community member to make a difference individually and jointly for roadway safety during traffic incidents. This year’s theme is, “Responders Ahead! Reduce Your Speed As You Proceed.”

Every few seconds, a traffic incident responder puts his or her life on the line to aid crash victims ... (Full Story & Photos)

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Member Joyce Shry, November 07

A Volunteer Fire Fighter is a trained and dedicated individual who serves their community by responding to emergency calls and providing firefighting, rescue, and emergency medical services. These individuals are not paid for their services, but rather choose to volunteer their time and skills to help protect their fellow citizens.

Our VALUES are:

Social Interaction

We value the family atmosphere ... (Full Story & Photos)

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Important reasons YOU should be a Volunteer Firefighter

Member Joyce Shry, October 27

Volunteer Firefighting has NEVER been AND it will never be “just a job ever.” It is short of amazing. You may have days and calls that are less than exciting, but the important calls make up the simple calls you run. Since it isn’t a job, you have more flexibility with your schedule and hours.

1. If you’re interested in a real-life account of life lessons, become a volunteer firefighter. Most ... (Full Story & Photos)

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Member Joyce Shry, October 21

The month of October is National Slow Down-Move Over Month and Saturday, October 19 was National Move Over Day.

Maryland’s Move Over Law, officially known as the Maryland Move Over Act, requires drivers to move over into an adjacent lane if they are approaching a stopped emergency vehicle with its lights activated on the shoulder of a roadway. If it is not safe or possible to move over, drivers must ... (Full Story & Photos)

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Frederick County High School Work Based Learning Internship

Member Joyce Shry, September 26

The Frederick County Fire & Rescue Services Internship Program is offered to high school students by Frederick County Volunteer Fire & Rescue Services. Interested high school students must be at least 16 years of age, a member of a volunteer fire/rescue company AND pass a Frederick County Fire Department physical. If you are not currently a volunteer, we will gladly assist you in this process.

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Website Designed and Hosted By: Volunteer Fire and Rescue Services Joyce Shry
Firehouse Solutions
www.FirehouseSolutions.com
Frederick County, MD
5370 Public Safety Place
Frederick, MD 21704

Volunteer Recruitment Coordinator
Phone: 301-600-2281
Fax: 301-600-2592
E-mail: jshry@frederickcountymd.gov
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