At this grade level, children are taught about the dangers of fire and basic fire safety issues. These students are shown footage of real fires, and are given a more detailed description of the devastating effects of fire. Safety Town is another program that benefits the children. During this week-long class, fire departments of the entire area familiarize children with fire prevention. Durango Fire Department.
Inspections are the tool of choice for the adults in the community.
Annual business inspections give the Department a way to educate the owners of businesses on how to keep their establishment fire safe. This also allows the fire fighters to learn about the buildings they protect. When responding to a call, crews must take a worst-case scenario position. That way potential lifesaving tactics can be used immediately. Durango Fire Department responds to EMS calls with at least two fire fighters on a rescue truck, and Centura Health Center responds with two medics on the ambulance.