Observer Program

The Ames Fire Department recognizes that occasionally non-Ames Fire Department personnel express interest in observing the operations of our fire department.  Some are interested in becoming emergency service workers, some are involved in educational research, while others are simply interested in the activities of the Ames Fire Department.   

Interested persons wanting to ride with the Ames Fire Department as an observer fall into one of two categories: Ride Along and Job Shadow.

Ride Along

  • Must be at least 18 years of age, have a valid photo ID, and meet one or more of the following criteria:
  • Currently enrolled in a college level Fire Science Program
  • Active Story County emergency responder
  • Currently on a certified Civil Service list for the Ames Fire Department
  • Have written approval from the Fire Chief

Job Shadow

  • Must be at least 14 years of age

All riders must complete an Ames Fire Department Request Form, Rules of Conduct Form, and Waiver and Release of Claims and Indemnity Agreement. 

Forms

 

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