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ARIZONA STATE FIRE TRAINING
AVONDALE, AZ · EIN 860789707 · Form 990 · FY2020 · NTEE P40Z · Human Services · Small ($100K-$1M) · azfiretraining.org
revenue
$225K
expenses
$261K
net assets
$222K
employees
0
volunteers
46
program ratio
94%
mission · from form 990

TO PROVIDE TRAINING FOR ALL ARIZONA FIREFIGHTERS THROUGH THE ANNUAL STATE FIRE SCHOOL.

profile · synthesized from sources

The Arizona State Fire Training Committee (ASFTC) provides continuing professional education and accredited certification for fire and rescue personnel in Arizona. It administers state-of-the-art training based on national fire service standards and supports the annual Arizona Fire School. The organization also manages the Arizona Center for Fire Service Excellence (AzCFSE).

named programs · 7 · from sources

what they call their work

Adjunct Instructor Certification
A program for certified instructors to conduct programs on behalf of AzCFSE or for AzCFSE recognition, requiring an application and orientation program.
Arizona Fire School
An annual event providing educational sessions ranging from basic skills training, fire prevention, investigation, to fire leadership for fire service professionals.
Arizona Fire Service Hall of Fame
Recognizes individuals who have made significant positive contributions to the fire service and/or community in Arizona.
Firefighter Certification
Administers accredited certification testing and practical skills evaluations for various firefighter levels including Firefighter I & II, Hazardous Materials Awareness & Operations, Fire Instructor, Fire Officer, Fire Inspector, and Fire Investigator.
Firefighter Memorial Service
An annual service held during the Arizona Fire School to honor Arizona's fallen firefighters, including those who died in the line of duty, outside the line of duty, and after retirement.
National Fire Academy (NFA) Direct Delivery Classes
Coordinates the delivery of National Fire Academy courses throughout Arizona.
Reciprocity and Challenge Testing
Allows qualified applicants to obtain Arizona Certification for specific levels without completing an approved Arizona program, through written and practical exams.
activities · 2 groups

what they do

  • Fire and Emergency Services Certification 7 activities
    • Accreditation of Fire Service Training Programs
      Received accreditation from the IFSAC Board of Governors for various fire service training levels, including Hazardous Materials Awareness, Hazardous Materials Operations, Firefighter I, Firefighter II, Fire Instructor I, Fire Instructor II, Fire Officer I, and Fire Officer II.
    • Administer fire service certification exams
      Conducts written and practical certification exams for multiple fire service roles including Firefighter I & II, Hazardous Materials Awareness & Operations, Fire Instructor, Fire Officer, Fire Inspector, and Fire Investigator at various locations across Arizona, including monthly exams in Avondale and site-specific testing at community colleges and fire departments.
    • Fire Service Certification and Testing
      Provides Arizona Certification for various fire service roles, including Firefighter I & II, Hazardous Materials Awareness & Operations, Fire Instructor, Fire Officer, Fire Inspector, and Fire Investigator. This includes administering written and practical exams, offering reciprocity and challenge testing, and providing applications and skill sheets for certification.
    • Issue certification materials and application forms
      Provides applications, skill sheets, study guides, and student rosters for fire service certification programs, including forms for new program approvals, workshop requests, retests, and duplicate certificates.
    • Maintain IFSAC accreditation for training programs
      Holds IFSAC accreditation for Firefighter I & II, Hazardous Materials Awareness & Operations, Fire Instructor I & II, Fire Officer I & II, and other certification levels, ensuring national recognition of training standards.
    • National Fire Academy (NFA) Direct Delivery Classes
      Coordinates the delivery of National Fire Academy (NFA) direct delivery classes throughout Arizona annually.
    • Support and coordinate fire training delivery
      Supports the annual Arizona Fire School, hosts related ceremonies and events, and coordinates National Fire Academy (NFA) direct delivery classes across Arizona each year.
  • Uncategorized 4 activities
    • Annual Arizona Fire School
      Hosts and supports an annual fire school training event, which includes the induction of individuals into the Arizona Fire Service Hall of Fame.
    • Arizona Fire Service Hall of Fame
      Recognizes individuals who have made significant positive contributions to the fire service or community by inducting them into the Arizona Fire Service Hall of Fame.
    • Conduct fire service recognition programs
      Hosts the annual Firefighter Memorial Service to honor fallen firefighters, including a bell ceremony and recognition of all who served, and administers the Arizona Fire Service Hall of Fame, inducting individuals during the Arizona Fire School and awarding commemorative plaques.
    • Firefighter Memorial Service
      Hosts an annual Firefighter Memorial Service to honor Arizona's fallen firefighters, including a memorial bell ceremony and recognition of all members who have served.
financials · form 990 · fy2020
revenue
Total revenue$225K
Contributions & grants$125K56%
Program service revenue$84K37%
Investment income$130%
Other revenue$16K
expenses
Total expenses$261K
Program expenses94%
Admin / overhead6%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$162K
Grants paid out$50K
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$222K
Cash$222K
Investments$0
Liabilities$0
Net assets$222K
Liquid reserves10.2 mo
1 years on record · 2020–2020
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2020

who runs it

board members · 8
  • CLAY WOOD — DIRECTOR
  • DAN BRAMBLE — VICE CHAIR
  • ED TEMEROWSKI — CHAIRPERSON
  • ERIC KRIWER — DIRECTOR
  • JOHN FEDDEMA — SECRETARY
  • MIKE CASSON — DIRECTOR
  • PAUL ADAMS — TREASURER
  • PRESTON HUNDLEY — DIRECTOR
relationships · 13

who they work with

  • Arizona Center for Fire Service Excellence Partner — Receives information for the Firefighter Memorial Service.
  • Arizona Fire Chiefs Association (AFCA) Partner — AFCA is represented in the Arizona Fire Services Institute (AFSI) which supports AzCFSE.
  • Arizona Fire District Association (AFDA) Partner — AFDA is represented in the Arizona Fire Services Institute (AFSI) which supports AzCFSE.
  • Arizona Fire Services Institute (AFSI) Partner — Established with the support of AFSI, a consensus body representing Arizona's fire services.
  • Arizona Western College Partner — Hosts certification exams in Yuma.
  • Cochise College Partner — Hosts certification exams in Douglas and Sierra Vista.
  • Coconino Community College Partner — Hosts certification exams in Flagstaff.
  • Douglas FD Partner — Hosts certification exams in Douglas.
  • IFSAC Board of Governors Partner — Approved accreditation for various fire service training levels.
  • Mesa Fire and Medical Department Partner — Personnel from their Honor Guard and Pipes and Drums conduct the memorial bell ceremony at the Firefighter Memorial Service.
  • Metro Fire Chiefs Partner — Metro Fire Chiefs are represented in the Arizona Fire Services Institute (AFSI) which supports AzCFSE.
  • Professional Firefighters of Arizona (PFFA) Partner — PFFA is represented in the Arizona Fire Services Institute (AFSI) which supports AzCFSE.
  • Volunteer Firefighters of Arizona (VFFA) Partner — VFFA is represented in the Arizona Fire Services Institute (AFSI) which supports AzCFSE.