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Utah Fire and Rescue Academy  / UFRA Our mission is to train, certify, and support the Utah fire service at the highest level possible.

It is our pleasure to welcome you to the Utah Fire and Rescue Academy (UFRA) page. As Utah’s state fire training academy it is our responsibility to offer a wide variety of training and certification services to over 225 fire departments, and have proudly done so for the past 50 years. Our employees are committed to customer service and to finding innovative solutions for the training of Utah's firefighters. We welcome your comments, questions, and suggestions regarding our training and certification programs. For more information about UFRA, please visit our website at www.uvu.edu/ufra. Thanks again for visiting our page and as always, stay safe.

10/16/2026

NOW HIRING! Join our team as a Wildland Urban Interface (WUI) Mitigation Specialist.

This position leads community wildfire mitigation, hazardous-fuels reduction, home-risk assessments, Firewise USA support, public education, and other tasks that will help our community fight fires before they start.

Find the full job description and information by visiting www.ntfdutah.gov

10/15/2026

🗣️ Whether at the fire station or on a call, knowing how to and respond with can make a difference.

Join the IAFF Center of Excellence for a FREE webinar focused on practical strategies to strengthen active listening and communication skills, support fellow members, and better connect with others.

📅 Oct. 21 | 12–1:30 p.m. ET
💻 Free to attend

Register today: https://brnw.ch/21x6ppU

Watch these stories if you haven't already... one is with UFA Captain Michael Conn.
10/09/2026

Watch these stories if you haven't already... one is with UFA Captain Michael Conn.

Carry their stories forward.
In September, five members of the fire service shared their stories for the 25th anniversary of September 11. Those stories do not end with the anniversary. Keep listening. Keep remembering. Keep caring.
Watch all five at https://bit.ly/3VdeRws

Saratoga Springs Fire & Rescue is hiring lateral firefighters.
10/08/2026

Saratoga Springs Fire & Rescue is hiring lateral firefighters.

We are looking for experienced lateral firefighters to join our team. Learn more and submit your application: saratogasprings-ut.gov/150/Fire-Rescue

Please reach out to Deputy Chief Boshard directly with any questions. [email protected]

Great ideas on using AI to help with Fire Prevention Week activities.
10/07/2026

Great ideas on using AI to help with Fire Prevention Week activities.

Whether you need data-driven outreach or just better graphics, AI offers practical ways to strengthen your prevention messages

Other training opportunities for 2027...
10/07/2026

Other training opportunities for 2027...

Looking for training opportunities in 2027? Applications are now open for National Fire Academy (NFA) on-campus courses taking place January through March.

NFA courses have no tuition fees, and instruction and course materials are provided at no cost. Airfare or mileage for eligible students attending on-campus courses is also reimbursed.

📚 View available courses and apply by October 15: https://buff.ly/3X0LseV

Have you joined the registry?
10/07/2026

Have you joined the registry?

One thing every firefighter can do this Fire Prevention Week: enroll in the NIOSH National Firefighter Registry for Cancer.
Career or volunteer, active or retired, with or without cancer. Better participation means better data, and better data helps us better understand and reduce cancer in the fire service.
Enroll at https://bit.ly/4ymIbiP

IMPORTANT TASK - Please use the link in the post below to fill out your information for the Utah Firefighter Cancer Init...
10/02/2026

IMPORTANT TASK - Please use the link in the post below to fill out your information for the Utah Firefighter Cancer Initiative.

Early detection can make a difference. Make sure we know how to reach you when it’s your turn to be screened.

If you’re a Utah firefighter, submitting the UFCI Firefighter Contact Form is an important step toward participating in our cancer screening program. Fill it out today, and our team will contact you when you become eligible.

Submit your information: https://utahfirefightercancer.org/our-screenings/submit-your-information

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3131 Mike Jense Pkwy
Provo, UT
84601

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Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm

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