Fire Department Offers Ride-Along Program

The Auburn Fire Rescue offers the opportunity to ride along with our members during a normal tour of duty, and to experience the day-to-day duties and responsibilities. This public education program gives people a better understanding of our operations.  The Ride-Along Program serves as a mechanism for non-department members to personally observe our daily operations and enhance transparency between fire and members of the community.

Citizens considering a career in the Fire/EMS Services have found these types of programs particularly useful. The Ride-Along program offers a better understanding of the challenges, hazards, and rewards of a Fire Fighter’s role in the community.

  General Guidelines

• Ride-along’s can occur at any time on any shift.
• Riders must be at least 16 years of age. Those under the age of 18 will need a parent’s approval prior to riding along.
• Riders must be capable of getting in and out of vehicles unassisted and should be able to tolerate loud noises.
• Riders must be prepared to see emergency accident scenes and other associated hazards.
• You should indicate the time and date you wish to ride in your request.
• We may not be able to accommodate requests to ride with specific members.
• The rider must follow all orders being given to by the Auburn Fire Supervisor.
• Those wanting to ride-along with Auburn Fire Rescue will be considered on a case-by-case basis.

  Dress Code and Etiquette

Citizens who are selected for a ride along with the Auburn Fire Rescue must dress appropriately for the duration of their ride. Business casual or professional attire is preferred. However, blue jeans, tennis-shoes, and other casual attire is acceptable if it is not offensive or in disrepair.

Any person riding along must agree to follow all lawful instructions provided to them by any member of the Auburn Fire Rescue during the time the person is participating in the ride-along.

Failure to adhere to these rules and guidelines may result in the ride-along being terminated early at the discretion of the Auburn Fire Rescue.

Request A Ride Along

If you are interested in doing a ride along with our agency, please complete the Ride Along Request Form attached and submit your request in person or email to mwilliams@auburnnhfire.org.