About Our Program

Professional youth development through comprehensive firefighter training

Our Foundation

Plaistow Junior Firefighters was officially incorporated as a nonprofit organization in October 2025, reflecting our commitment to professional youth development and community service excellence.

Officially Incorporated

New Hampshire State Corporation
Business ID: #1007936
October 27, 2025

501(c)(3) Nonprofit

Federal tax-exempt status application pending
Educational Purpose
Youth development focus

Board Governed

Professional oversight and accountability
5-Member Board
Fire service leadership

Standards Compliant

Meeting national professional standards
NHFA/NFPA/NVFC
Triple integration

Our Mission

We provide comprehensive firefighter training to youth ages 14-18, preparing them for lifelong careers in emergency services while developing leadership, character, and community commitment through professional standards and board-governed excellence.

Our Vision

To be the premier youth firefighter development program in New Hampshire, recognized for professional excellence, safety culture, and producing exceptional candidates for fire service careers and community leadership roles.

Program Structure & Partnerships

Independent nonprofit program with strong community partnerships

Independent Nonprofit

Plaistow Junior Firefighters operates as an independent 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization with its own board of directors, bylaws, and governance structure. The program maintains full autonomy in curriculum development, instructor selection, and operational decisions.

Hosted by Plaistow Fire Department

The program is graciously hosted by the Plaistow Fire Department, which provides access to training facilities, fire apparatus, and equipment. This partnership enables hands-on training in a professional fire station environment while maintaining the program's independent nonprofit status.

Educational Partnership

Through partnership with Timberlane Regional High School, Timberlane students can earn Extended Learning Opportunity (ELO) credits toward graduation requirements, recognizing the educational value and rigor of our comprehensive firefighter training curriculum.

Professional Standards

Our program exceeds national standards for youth firefighter training

NFPA 1001 Compliance

Meeting national firefighter qualification standards for professional development and certification readiness

NHFA Curriculum

Following New Hampshire Fire Academy protocols and "On My Time" training framework for flexible learning

NVFC Integration

Developing National Volunteer Fire Council core competencies for character and leadership excellence

Program Highlights

Comprehensive Curriculum

  • " 40-week structured program
  • " 160 total contact hours
  • " Fire Engineering Handbook integration
  • " NHFA online learning portal access
  • " Custom volunteer portal for scheduling & coordination

Progressive Training

  • " Foundation Phase (Weeks 1-4)
  • " Core Skills (Weeks 5-12)
  • " Tactical Operations (Weeks 13-20)
  • " Fire Suppression (Weeks 21-28)
  • " Specialized Operations (Weeks 29-34)
  • " Enhanced Training (Weeks 35-40)

Safety Culture

  • " NIOSH LODD case study integration
  • " Risk assessment training
  • " Emergency procedures mastery
  • " Personal protective equipment focus
  • " Incident command system training

Career Preparation

  • " Fire I certification readiness
  • " Advanced Fire II preview training
  • " Vehicle extrication skills
  • " Technical rescue introduction
  • " Leadership development focus

Our Community Impact

Youth Development

Developing responsible citizens through character building, leadership training, and community service opportunities

Emergency Preparedness

Strengthening community emergency response capabilities through trained volunteers and safety education

Career Pipeline

Creating a pathway for qualified candidates to enter fire and emergency services careers throughout New Hampshire