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Open House 2006
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Each year the FCVFD opens its doors to the public on the final day of Fire Prevention Week. The Open House gives citizens an opportunity to tour the fire station, learn about the fire equipment, and gain knowledge on fire prevention. Volunteers conducted demonstrations that included fire extinguisher use, structure fire attack, kitchen fire safety, vehicle rescue, aerial ladder operations, and turnout gear donning. Displays of fire and EMS equipment were available for viewing. EMTs conducted blood pressure screenings and demonstrated the skills used during trauma emergencies.
Also participating in the Open House were deputies from the Falls Church Sheriff's Office. They assisted parents with child fingerprinting. The Sheriff's Office also provided the use of their traffic control trailer to assist in maintaining an orderly parking lot and traffic flow during the event.
During the previous week, volunteers visited Mount Daniel, Thomas Jefferson, Saint James, and Mantua Elementary Schools to talk to students about fire safety. |
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