02/15/12 - Kuhl Hose has been a participating department for several years.  We have recently obtained the next level in our goal to 100% participation.  A Participating Department is a program that Commonwealth emergency responders have an opportunity to participate in and be recognized as a certified fire professional at various levels in accordance with nationally recognized and sanctioned Professional Qualification standards. The purpose is to recognize those organizations that support, promote, and encourage their emergency response personnel to voluntarily certify within the Commonwealth’s Certification Program administered by the Office of the State Fire Commissioner.

Kuhl Hose is currently has 17 Firefighters that hold 58 Pro Board certifications.  Many new and additional certifications are already planned for 2012 by our firefighters.  Congrats to the Members who have put the commitment to this program and their education.