The Cambridge Auxiliary Fire Department represents the Cambridge Fire Department and the City of Cambridge at fire emergencies, parades and other events in surrounding communities. The department's main focus is to provide power and lighting for fire fighters at active fire scenes and to support the Cambridge Police Department in active investigations that require high-powered lighting. Auxiliary members participate in the Memorial Day Parade and the Fourth of July festitivites on Memorial Drive.
Professionalism:
Although this is a volunteer fire department, the department follows formal written standard operating procedures for all of their operations and maintains high standards among all its members. Each member represents the City of Cambridge and the Fire Department and must demonstrate high moral, ethical and respectful standands in and out of uniform.
Training:
Each member receives specialized training on the lighting plant, Incident Command and basic firefighter training that allows them to fully understand all operations on the fireground. Majority of the fire fighters are certified EMT's and one is a Paramedic. The Training Division does provide basic hands on training at Engine 3. The Cambridge Emergency Management Agency plays an dynamic role with the Auxililary service and provides each member with necessary tools to succeed.
