Phoenix fire asks for extra $480,000 to ensure the program is permanent
By JUDI VILLA
The Arizona Republic
PHOENIX — A new training program for Phoenix’s firetruck drivers will take shape in the next three months, with drivers undergoing not only annual refresher courses but also remedial training if they are involved in accidents.
Phoenix fire officials also are asking for an additional $480,000 in the next fiscal year to make sure the training becomes permanent.
“It needs to be done,” said Phoenix fire Capt. Steve Beuerlein. “We need to be safe in all our responses.”
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