**ALL PUBLIC EVENTS AND STATION TOURS ARE CANCELED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE DUE TO COVID-19 PRECAUTIONS. **
Making a Request
Requests should be made at least 3 weeks in advance of the event. Event requests can be made online via a Request Form, or by calling NCFD Headquarters: 843-740-2616
Types of Events
NCFD provides fire safety education to the community through a dedicated Fire & Life Safety Educator and firefighters thought out the year. Here are a few examples of events:
- Career Day
- Dusty the Dragon
- Fire Drills/Exit Plans
- Fire Safety Presentations
- Fire Safety Booth/Table
- Parades
- Fire Extinguisher Training
- Hands-Only CPR Training
- Truck Display
- Station Tours
- Stop the Bleed Program
Smoke Alarm Program
Working smoke alarms are the best way to reduce your risk of injury or death from a fire. Did you know smoke alarms older than 10 years should be replaced? North Charleston Fire Department can inspect your smoke alarms and replace or install new smoke alarms in your home. Click here to learn more about our Smoke Alarm Program.
Car Passenger Seat Program
NCFD has certified car seat technicians who can provide safety information and assist in installing car seats. These personnel have been certified by Safe Kids Worldwide. Click here to learn more about our Car Passenger Seat Program.
Youth Firesetter Intervention Program
NCFD offers one-on-one educational classes that targets at-risk youth who have expressed an interest in fire and/or have been involved in firesetting activities. The class is free of charge. Rather than a punitive approach, areas of focus within this program include: Responsibility, Character Building, Decision Making, Self Esteem, and Fire Safety. Click here to learn more about our Car Passenger Seat Program.
Neighborhood Association Meetings
Our Fire and Life Safety Educator is available to attend your neighborhood association meeting to discuss our programs or a specific topic of interesting.