MFSI successfully delivered a variety of essential training and certification programs aimed at strengthening the capabilities of fire service professionals across the state. The year saw increased demand for both certification programs and support services, reflecting the evolving needs of Maine’s fire service personnel. 2024 has been a year of both significant achievement and… Read more »

After 14 months of repair and costly improvements, the ‘Black Maze’ is back in service. Here is a list of the major updates. Thank you in advance to helping to maintain the durability and longevity of this valuable training prop. All exterior cages have been zip tied to protect the skin of the trailer. These… Read more »

Basic Fire School Qualification Program Firefighters and Wildland Firefighting Recently a question was brought to our attention in regards to a Maine BLS inspection on training files. It was noted that those that hold a Basic Fire School (BFS) Qualification do not have training for wildland firefighting, due to the BFS program not containing a… Read more »

On October 16, 2023, the Maine Fire Service Institute, Maine State Fire Marshal, Maine Forest Service and SafetyWorks! signed an agreement to collaborate on Fire Training opportunities and information sharing.  Safety Works!, Maine Fire Service Institute, Maine State Fire Marshal, and Maine Forest Service recognizes the value of establishing a collaborative relationship to foster safer and… Read more »