Congratulations to Fire Official Tomaszewski
The Burlington Township Fire Department congratulates our Fire Official Matt Tomaszewski upon his successful completion of the National Fire Academy Executive Fire Officer Program. The program provides senior fire officers with a broad perspective on various facets of fire and emergency services administration. The courses and accompanying research examine how to exercise leadership when dealing with difficult or unique problems within communities. The program consists of four graduate and upper division baccalaureate equivalent courses taken over a four year period. Matt was presented his certificate at the July 27 Board of Fire Commissioners meeting from Commissioner Deborah Painter.
BTFD Recieves Grant Award
Burlington Township Fire Department has received a FEMA Assistance to Firefighters Grant in the amount of $358,500. The grant will be used to replace aging Self Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA). SCBA is an essential component of a firefighter’s protective ensemble. It allows firefighters to enter hazardous atmospheres to conduct life saving searches and fire extinguishment.
New Rescue Truck
May 2016
The Burlington Township Fire Department recently took delivery of a new 2016 Pierce Velocity Heavy Duty Rescue Truck designated as Rescue 3018. The truck is housed at Fire Station 301 on the Burlington Bypass. It replaces a 28 year old Pierce Lance Rescue Truck
Knights of Columbus Shield Award
Lieutenant Josh Johnson is the recipient of the Annual Knights of Columbus #589 Shield Award. Each year, the Knights of Columbus recognizes members from the Burlington City and Burlington Township Police, Fire, and EMS Departments who excel at service to their community. Josh also received awards for the Burlington Township Fire Department Firefighter of the Year for 2015, 2015 Rescue Division Member of the Year, and 2015 BTFD Top Responder.
Annual Hose and Ladder Testing
Each year our hose and ladders are tested in accordance with national standards. This gives us confidence that they will be ready when needed for an emergency.
Welcome To Our Newest Firefighter
The Burlington Township Fire Department welcomes our newest firefighter, Dominic Mazzio. At the March 23, 2016 Board of Fire Commissioners meeting Dominic was appointed as an Honorary Member of the department in recognition of his courage and dream to be a firefighter.
Swearing In Ceremony 2016 Officers
Congratulations to BTFD 2016 Officers
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- Chief Craig Leshner
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- Deputy Chief John Irwin III
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- Captains
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- Lieutenants
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- Engineers
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- Fire Police
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- Fire Inspectors
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- Safety & Training Officers
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- Board of Fire Commissioners
Fire Extinguisher Training
On November 17, Fire Official Matt Tomaszewski and Fire Prevention Specialist John Irwin V provided kitchen safety and hands-on fire extinguisher training to Burlington Township Schools / Princeton Food Management cafeteria staff.
If your business is located in Burlington Township and you would like to provide fire extinguisher training for your staff contact the Bureau of Fire Prevention at 609-239-5850.
