Emergency Services

Department of Emergency Services

Last Updated on Monday, 18 March 2013 18:55

The Department of Emergency Services (DES) plays critical role in keeping Westchester safe. As a part of its complex activities, the department helps local communities by assisting in the coordination of emergency management efforts, providing support with specilaized emergency apparatus and other equipment, and offering extensive training opportunities for firefighters, EMT's and other first responders.

The DES training curriculum encompasses a wide range of courses ranging from basic firefighting and emergency management, to specialized courses in hazardous materials and blood-borne pathogens.  Paid and volunteer first responders can register online for any classes offered at the facility.

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