New Lenox Fire Protection District Firefighters Continue Training, Awarded Certifications

New Lenox Fire Protection District (NLFPD) would like to congratulate the firefighter/paramedics (FF/PM) who continue to train and earn additional certifications through the Office of the Illinois State Fire Marshall (OSFM).   Below are the newest certifications:

Fire Investigator Certification:

FF/PM Brian Applegate

 FF/PM John Harkenrider

Structural Collapse Operations:

FF/PM Matt Buckley

FF/PM Chad Pacey

FF/PM Tony Palkovitz

FF/PM Jeff Petschinsky

Lt. Dan Vanek

Dive Technician:

FF/PM John Burke

Trench Rescue Operations/Swiftwater Technician:

Lt. Thomas Van Tilburg

Advanced Technician Firefighter/Vehicle and Machinery Operations/Fire Service Vehicle Operator:

FF/PM Wes Lancaster

The primary mission of the New Lenox Fire and Ambulance Protection District is to provide a range of programs designed to protect the lives and property within New Lenox Village and Township from the effects for fires and sudden medical emergencies or exposure to dangerous conditions created by man or nature with professional, compassionate, and quality service.