OUR MISSION:
To develop a culture of Firemanship within the State of Hawaii that is rooted in Family, Brotherhood, and Training, while providing the best service to our community through ongoing professional development and volunteerism.
OUR VISION:
We envision a network a fire service leaders that contribute to the future growth of the Hawaii Fire Service; being a steward of our community by providing services in times of need through volunteer opportunities; and ensuring professional development to all future firefighters.
OUR VALUES:
Family - Nothing can take the place of home in rearing and teaching children; we must never forget to place the priorities of our family first.
Brotherhood - The "dark smoky hallway" is a place and time that all firefighters can relate to. We understand how it feels, knowing that my Brother and Sister stands beside me. We will not leave your side and commit to sacrifice for each other.
Training - We believe in being well-trained. We owe it to ourselves, our brothers and sisters, our families, and the community we swore to protect.
Upcoming Events
JAMES JOHNSON
The Building and the Fire
Residential fires don’t give you much time to figure things out. The building is already telling you what the fire is doing, where it’s going, and what could happen next. The question is whether you know what you’re looking at.
The Building & The Fire takes a street-level look at residential size-up specifically through the lens of Hawaiʻi’s built environment. From construction features and renovations to fire behavior, flow paths, structural integrity, and tactical decision-making, this course connects what you see from the street to what your crews are about to face inside.
Featuring James Johnson, a 15-year veteran of Vancouver Fire Rescue Services, Acting Lieutenant, Red Seal Journeyman Carpenter, IAFF Codes and Standards Representative, UL FSRI Technical Panel member, and contributor to the NIOSH Fire Fighter Fatality Investigation and Prevention Program.
James brings the perspective of both a firefighter and a builder—breaking down how buildings are put together, how they come apart under fire conditions, and why that matters when you’re making decisions on the fireground.
This isn’t about memorizing construction terminology.
It’s about reading the building faster, anticipating fire behavior, recognizing when conditions are changing, and making better tactical decisions before the building makes them for you.
THE BAY @ DOLE CANNERY
OCTOBER 15, 2026
0900-1600
FREE FOR MEMBERS IN GOOD STANDING
LUNCH IS PROVIDED
Mahalo!
