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Ride-Along Program

The Ride-Along Program was developed to encourage citizens and future firefighters to ride out with along with one of the fire companies.  As an observer, the citizens can gain first-hand experience on what it is like to be a firefighter.  It also increases the citizen's knowledge of daily operations and emergency incident mitigation.  Citizens can ride-along any weekday between the hours of 7:00 am and 7:00 pm.

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.
  • Observers must obtain a criminal background check.
  • 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: 7:00 am to 7:00 pm, Monday through Friday
    • Firefighters: Firefighters from other agencies may ride 24 hour 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 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.
Ride-Along Application

If you have any questions regarding the ride along program, please contact us at 636-561-9200 or lslfire@lslfire.com.
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1815 Lake Saint Louis Boulevard
Lake Saint Louis, MO 63367
Phone (636) 561-9200
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  • Home
  • About Us
    • Our Mission
    • District Map
    • Station
    • Statistics
    • Apparatus >
      • 9200
      • 9201
      • 9214
      • 9294
      • 9219
      • 9229
  • District Information
    • Codes and Permits
    • Ride-Along Program
    • Prop Health
  • Services
    • Helpful Links
  • Personnel
  • 2021 Shift Calendar
  • Information Request