The Ride-Along Program was developed to encourage citizens and future firefighters to ride out with one of the fire companies. As an observer, the citizens can gain first-hand experience on what it is like to be a firefighter. It also increases citizen knowledge of daily operations and emergency incident mitigation Citizens will be scheduled to ride-along on between the hours of 8:00 am – 12:00 pm and 1:00 pm – 5:00 pm.

Requirements:

The following requirements must be met for any non-employee of the Stanislaus Consolidated Fire Protection District to participate in the Ride-Along Program:

• Observers must be at least 16 years of age.
• Observers must provide a copy of their valid driver license for proof of age.
• Observers must complete and sign a Ride-Along, Release and Liability Agreement Form.

The request form must be approved by the Fire Chief.

• Observers must have permission of the on-duty Captain or Acting Captain.
• Observers must schedule their ride-along with the administrative staff.
• Observers must adhere to the following dress code:
  • Collared shirt (Fire Department T-shirts are permitted or T-Shirts with no markings in good condition). No hats.
  • Long pants (Denim is acceptable, must be in in good condition, no holes).
  • Shoes or boots (No slippers, sandals or open-toed footwear allowed).
• Food and beverages are the responsibility of the Observer.
• All persons participating in the Ride-Along Program shall operate only as observers unless otherwise directed by the Fire Chief.
• All Observers shall conduct themselves accordingly. Inappropriate behavior will not be tolerated and could cause immediate dismissal from the Ride-Along Program.
• Limited to one, 8-hour block, every 60 days.

Please See Request Form Below: