Page 6 THE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, OCTOBER 6, 2023 Local firefighters graduate from Mass. Firefighting Academy Graduates of Class #314 represent 14 fi re departments S tate Fire Marshal Jon M. Davine and Massachusetts Firefi ghting Academy (MFA) Director Jeff rey P. Winn announced the graduation of 24 fi refi ghters from the 50-day Career Recruit Firefi ghting Training Program, including three residents of Revere. “Massachusetts firefighters are on the frontlines protecting their communities every day, and today’s graduates are needed now more than ever,” said Davine. “The hundreds of hours of foundational training they’ve received will provide them with the physical, mental, and technical skills to perform their jobs effectively and safely.” “Massachusetts Firefighting Academy instructors draw on decades of experience in the fi re service to train new recruits,” said Director Winn. “Through consistent classroom instruction and practical exercises, today’s graduates have developed the tools they’ll need to work seamlessly with veteran fi refi ghters in their home departments and in neighboring communities as mutual aid.” The graduating fi refi ghters of Class #314 represent the fi re departments of Acton, Bellingham, Charlton, Gloucester, Lawrence, Littleton, Milton, North Andover, Orleans, Plymouth, Revere, Rockland, Tewksbury and Weston. The Revere residents who graduated are FF Nico DiSalvo, FF Seth Tata-Amato and FF Patrick Reardon. Basic fi refi ghter skills Students receive classroom training in all basic firefighter skills. They practice fi rst under non-fire conditions and then during controlled fi re conditions. To graduate, students must demonstrate proficiency in life safety, search and rescue, ladder operations, water supply, pump operation and fire attack. Fire attack operations range from mailbox fi res to multiple-fl oor or multiple-room structural fi res. Upon successful completion of the Career Recruit Program, all students have met the national standards of NFPA 1001, Standard for Fire Fighter Professional Qualifi cations, and are certifi ed to the levels of Firefi ghter I/II and Hazardous Materials First Responder Operations by the Massachusetts Fire Training Council, which is accredited by the National Board on Fire Service Professional Qualifi cations. Today’s fi refi ghters do much more than fi ght fi res Modern fi refi ghters train for and respond to all types of hazards and emergencies. They are the fi rst ones called to respond to chemical and environmental emergencies, ranging from the suspected presence of carbon monoxide to gas leaks to industrial chemical spills. They might be called to rescue a child who has fallen through the ice, an offi ce worker stuck in an elevator or a motorist trapped in 8 Norwood St. Everett (617) 387-9810 Open Daily 4:00 PM Closed Sunday Starting Monday, September 11... We’re back to serving our Full Menu featuring all your favorite Italian Specialties and American Classics! Catch ALL The Live Sports Action On Our Large Screen TV’s www.eight10barandgrille.com a crashed vehicle. They test and maintain their equipment, including self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA), hydrants, hoses, power tools and apparatus. At the MFA, recruits learn all these skills and more, including the latest science of fi re behavior and suppression tactics, from certifi ed fi re instructors. They also receive training in public fi re education, hazardous material incident mitigation, fl ammable liquids, stress management and self-rescue techniques. The intensive, 10week program involves classroom instruction, physical fi tNewly appointed Revere Firefi ghters Nico DiSalvo, Seth Tata-Amato and Patrick Reardon ness training, fi refi ghter skills training and live firefighting practice. The MFA provides recruit and in-service training for career, call and volunteer fi refi ghters at every level of experience, from recruit to chief offi cer, at campuses in Stow, Springfi eld and Bridgewater. The graduates of the Class #314 represent 14 fi re departments. ~ POLITICAL ENDORSEMENT ~ Senator Lydia Edwards Endorses Councillor Silvestri for Re-Election S tate Senator Lydia Edwards endorses Marc Silvestri for City of Revere Councilor AtLarge. Senator Edwards represents the Third Suff olk District (Revere, Winthrop, Boston). “Marc Silvestri is a champion for the people of Revere. He works tirelessly, is there when the community needs him, and is guided by doing what is right. I could not be more proud to endorse my friend, Revere’s Councillor Marc Silvestri, on his re-election bid for Councillor At-Large,” said Senator Lydia Edwards. Councillor Silvestri noted: “It has been a pleasure to collaborate with elected offi cials like Senator Edwards, who shares a vision for moving Revere forward.” Councillor Silvestri is humbled and would like to extend his gratitude to Senator Edwards for State Senator Lydia Edwards with candidate for reelection Councillor-at-Large Marc Silvestri her endorsement. Lydia worked extensively in the legal fi eld before being elected to the State Senate and Boston City Council. She worked as a public interest attorney with Greater Boston Legal Services, focusing on labor issues such as fi ghting for access to unemployment insurance, back wages, fair treatment for domestic workers, and combating human traffi cking. As senator, Edwards continues to be a fi erce advocate, activist, and voice for the most vulnerable in the community, fighting for workers, renters, unions, immigrants, and teachers and making the commonwealth more affordable and inclusive. She is also the Senate Chair of the Joint Committee on Housing. Senator Lydia Edwards’ endorsement is another addition to the list of Marc’s enthusiastic supporters in his bid for re-election ahead of the November 7 general election, including the Revere Firefi ghters Local 926, Laborers Union Local 22, Greater Boston Labor Council, Teamsters Local 25, IBEW Local 103, IBEW Local 2222, Floorcoverers Local 2168, Boston Carmen’s Union Local 589, Plumbers & Gasfi tters Local 12, Elevator Constructors Local 4 and Plasters & Cement Masons Local #534.
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