Community Education

Community Risk Reduction Programs

The mission of Gwinnett Fire and Emergency Services is to save lives and protect property. Outside of putting out fires and responding to medical calls, we provide community education that helps achieve this goal.

We tailor our education programs to the current needs of our Gwinnett residents. By partnering with the community and providing these classes, we can create an atmosphere with increased knowledge that empowers and equips residents to make life saving decisions. The more our residents know, the better equipped they will be to prevent an incident from occurring.

For more information or to sign up for any of the programs below, email FirePrograms@GwinnettCounty.com.

Fire Station Tours

Our fire station tours are designed to familiarize children with firefighters and paramedics and the services we provide. During a visit, children will receive a tour of the fire station and learn more about our fire engines, ambulances, and what to do if there is a fire at home.

Need a fire station crew to visit your school or daycare? Contact us to get it on the schedule!

Mobile Fire Safety House

This unique class transports a fire safety house from site to site to assist in educating children and their parents about fire prevention and home safety. The Mobile Fire Safety House recreates a household environment where fire educators teach children how to identify fire hazards, eliminate potentially dangerous situations, and recognize emergency escape routes along with other best safety practices.

Youth Firesetter Intervention Program

The Youth Firesetter Intervention Program is designed to support children and families when a young person has engaged in fire-setting behavior. Through education, assessment, and personalized intervention, trained fire safety professionals work closely with youth and their caregivers to address the underlying causes of the behavior and reduce the risk of future incidents.

This collaborative program involves partnerships with schools, law enforcement, healthcare providers, mental health professionals, juvenile justice representatives, and other community organizations to ensure each child receives appropriate support and resources. Referrals may come from public safety agencies, educators, courts, healthcare providers, or concerned caregivers.

Available to individuals under the age of 18 who live, work, or attend school in Gwinnett County, the program treats each case confidentially and tailors intervention to the needs of the youth and family. The goal is to promote safety, accountability, and long-term positive outcomes while helping young people develop healthier behaviors and decision-making skills.

For information please contact:
Gwinnett County Fire Education
Email: YouthFiresetterProgram@GwinnettCounty.com

Home Safety Survey

A fire educator will come to your house and ensure your smoke alarms are installed and work correctly. If you don’t have a smoke or carbon monoxide alarm, we will provide and install one for free! Our educators will also share smoking, grilling, and cooking safety tips with you and your family. Additionally, we will review your escape plan to help ensure you and your loved ones are prepared in case of a fire.

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Evacuation Planning and Fire Drill Monitoring

Have one of our fire educators observe and assess your fire evacuation plan and conduct a drill evaluation. 

Workplace Fire Safety Training

Through interactive training, learn the best practices for fire and life safety in the workplace. We cover many different topics including hands only CPR training, general fire safety topics, emergency response planning, portable fire extinguisher training and more.

Car Seat Safety

Keep your children safe when traveling in a vehicle. Participants will learn how to properly install a car seat in a vehicle to ensure the proper restraint of children.

Car seat checks are available throughout the county during scheduled events or by appointment at Fire Headquarters. Email FirePrograms@GwinnettCounty.com to schedule an appointment.

CPR/AED

This program is not designed for those seeking certification.

We provide CPR/AED awareness courses to residents to help our community feel more comfortable responding to sudden cardiac arrest events. The most important factor when addressing sudden cardiac events is the immediate action of using an AED and CPR.

We offer hands-only CPR classes for a variety of age groups.

Fires and Falls for Seniors

Be prepared for whatever may come your way. This class is geared towards the 55+ community and teaches medication safety, fire safety, how to avoid falls at home, and so much more.

Safe Sitter

Prepare children in grades 6 - 8 to be safe when they’re home alone, watching younger siblings or babysitting. This class is filled with fun games and role-playing exercises. Students will learn CPR, first aid and rescue skills. They will also learn childcare, business, and other safety skills.

Citizens Fire Academy

2026 Spring Session: March 19 - May 21

Citizens Fire Academy is a nine-week program offered twice a year to residents, college students, and business owners in our county. This nine-week class meets weekly and includes hands-on experiences, demonstrations, station visits, and an inside look at how fire and emergency services teams operate in Gwinnett County.

Participants will learn about the organization, the services we provide, and valuable fire and life safety information that increases knowledge of what to do in emergency situations. Participants will also have the opportunity to go through simulated firefighting and EMS scenarios and witness life and work at the fire station. Participants who successfully complete all required sessions, including Welcome Night and Graduation Night, will receive a Certificate of Completion.

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