New Training Grant Program for Emergency Workers
by Joyce Weinsheimer
Firefighters and EMS providers in the Central Crossing Fire Protection District now
have access to a new mini-grant program that contributes financial support for
specialized training that goes beyond what the district currently offers.
Recently Scott Robertshaw, first CCFPD mini-grant recipient, used the funds to
travel to The Search Dog National Training Center in California with his dog Loki.
Together, Scott and Loki participated in two weeks of training for work as a search
and rescue team. Practice sites included wilderness ravines, collapsed structures,
and piles of rubble.
“Loki and I experienced a variety of challenging scenarios,” says Robertshaw. “The
goal of this national training program is to turn dogs and firefighters into rescue
teams. What I’ve learned in this training will help me provide better service to the
community. In addition, I hope to share my new expertise with others in the district
and region so that we can all provide better support for the rescue needs we
encounter.”
CCFPD Professional Development Mini-Grants are funded by donations from the
community and coordinated by the Central Crossing Fireballs’ Auxiliary. Join your
neighbors for the next fundraiser this Saturday (August 24) 7:30 am to 10:00 am.
There will be pancakes at the Headquarters Building (north of Shell Knob on Rt. 39),
and kids of all ages can “Touch a “Truck,” tour the fire station, and spray a real fire
hose. Donations for the Professional Development Mini-Grants can also be sent to
Central Crossing FPD, P.O. Box 86, Shell Knob, MO 65747. All donations are greatly
appreciated!
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