Press Release
Fairhaven Firefighter/Paramedic Michael Farias completes the 50-day Career Recruit Firefighter Training Program on March 20, 2020, finishing first in the 281st class. Photo submitted.
State Fire Marshal Peter J. Ostroskey and Massachusetts Firefighting Academy Director David C. Evans announced the completion of the 281st class of the Massachusetts Firefighting Academy’s fifty-day Career Recruit Firefighter Training Program on March 20, 2020.
“This is the first class to graduate in these uncertain times with the entire nation facing a pandemic,” said State Fire Marshal Ostroskey.
“First responders are on the frontlines protecting their communities and these new firefighters are needed more now than ever.” MFA Director Evans said. “This rigorous professional training provides our newest firefighters with the basic skills to perform their jobs effectively and safely.”
The Massachusetts Firefighting Academy (MFA), a division of the Department of Fire Services, offers this program tuition-free.
Fairhaven Firefighter/Paramedic Michael Farias was one of the graduates of this class. Along with 34 other recruit firefighters, Firefighter Farias distinguished himself during the 11 week training program, obtaining only a single demerit and finishing first in his class.
This was the first class not to have an actual graduation ceremony, due to the sneed to maintain social distancing.
The officers and members of the Fairhaven Fire/EMS department would like to take this opportunity to congratulate Firefighter/Paramedic Michael Farias on his dedication to completing the course and returning to the ranks of Fairhaven Fire/EMS.
Career Recruit Firefighter Class #281 of the Massachusetts Firefighting Academy graduates on 3/20/20, the first class not to have a graduation ceremony due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Photo submitted.
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