Community Programs
Central Pierce Fire & Rescue provides classes, education, information and programs to promote safety for all ages. Members of our Prevention & Education Division routinely provide presentations for businesses, service groups and homeowners’ associations.
They also coordinate fire department participation at many community events. Please contact our Prevention & Education Office at (253) 538-6402 for additional information.
Safe Sitter ClassesCentral Pierce Fire & Rescue offers babysitting classes throughout the year. Classes run from 9 a.m.- 5 p.m. Please refer to our Events Calendar on this website for dates or call us at 253-538-6402. This one day course, Safe Sitter®, is a medically accurate program that teaches adolescents ages 11 to 13 years how to handle emergencies when caring for a child. The class teaches safe and nurturing child care techniques, behavior management skills, and appropriate responses to medical emergencies......
Learn MoreFirst Aid/CPR/AED ClassesClasses are held every second Saturday of the month at our South Hill Fire Station 66, 9813 128th St. E., from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m., and every fourth Saturday of the month (excluding holidays) at our Puyallup Station 71, 902 7th St. NW, from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Cost of the class is $60. To register and for more information, please call (253) 538-6402.
Car Seat Safety InspectionsThere are many car seat inspection resources available throughout Pierce County. Car seat inspections are free. Technicians will inspect your car seat for recalls and proper installation. Please bring your children.
Mary Bridge Children’s Hospital Safe and Sound Building
1112 South 5th Street (corner of 5th and L Streets)
Tacoma, WA (253) 403-1417
Every Tuesday, 9 - 10:30 a.m. (except major holidays)
Or, By Appointment Only:
Good Sam Hospital in Puyallup - (253) 403-1417
Central Pierce Fire & Rescue - (253) 538-6492
East Pierce Fire & Rescue – (253) 863-1800
Gig Harbor Fire & Medic One – (253) 851-5111
West Pierce Fire & Rescue – (253) 983-4579
McChord Air Force Base Fire Department – 253-982-2603
For information about Washington State Law on car seats, click the link on the left.
HelmetsCustom fit bicycle helmets are available for $7 and multi-sport helmets (designed for rollerblading, skateboarding, etc.) are available for $9. Cash only and the person the helmet is for must be present for fitting. Helmets are only available through our Prevention & Education Office. Please call (253) 538-6402 for an appointment.
Fire Extinguisher ClassesFire extinguisher training can be provided to groups of 5 or more people. A limited number of free classes are available.
Fire Station ToursIf you’d like to bring your group to a fire station for a visit, give us a call. Please provide two weeks advanced notice.
Pre-School/Day Care VisitsIf you would like a fire engine or ambulance to visit your pre-school or day care, please give us a call. Firefighters and paramedics can provide tours of their equipment and talk to youngsters about safety.
Free Smoke Alarm ProgramWe provide free smoke alarms to residents of the fire district. Fire department personnel will provide you with a smoke alarm and install it for you free of charge. Smoke alarms for the deaf and hard of hearing are also available.
Learn MoreJuvenile Fire Setter ProgramAn intervention and education program is available for youth who have demonstrated fire setting tendencies. Please call us for more information.