Requirements
The following requirements must be met for any non–employee of the Lake Saint Louis Fire District to participate in the Ride–Along Program:
- Observers must be at least 18 years of age.
- Observers must provide a copy of their valid driver license for proof of age.
- Observers must complete and sign a Ride–Along Request Form.
- Observers must complete and sign a Ride–Along Permit, Release and Indemnification Agreement Form.
- Both of the above forms must be approved by the Fire Chief.
- Observers must have permission of the on–duty Captain or Acting Captain.
- Observers must schedule their ride–along with the on–duty Captain or Acting Captain.
- Observers must adhere to the following dress code:
- Navy blue or gray shirt (T–shirts are permitted, no markings).
- Navy blue pants (no jeans).
- Black shoes or boots (black tennis shoes are permitted).
- Observation hours are limited to the following:
- Civilians: 6:00 am to 6:00 pm, Monday through Friday.
- Firefighters: Firefighters from other agencies may ride 24 shifts.
- Food and beverages are the responsibility of the Observer.
- All persons participating in the Ride-Along Program shall operate only as observers unless otherwise directed by a Fire District Supervisor
- All Observers shall conduct themselves accordingly. Inappropriate behavior will not be tolerated and could cause immediate dismissal from the Ride–Along Program.
If you have any questions or want more information, please contact us at 636–561–9200.