Editing Philadelphia Fire Department (section)

== Facilities and Apparatus ==

Fire stations range from historic buildings dating to the volunteer era to modern facilities built for contemporary apparatus and operations. The department operates a fleet of engines, ladders, rescues, and specialized vehicles maintained at apparatus shops. Equipment modernization continues as older apparatus ages out of service, with new vehicles incorporating improved safety features, pump capacity, and technology.<ref name="pfd"/>

The Fire Academy provides training for recruits and continuing education for active firefighters. Training facilities include burn buildings for live fire practice, technical rescue props, and classrooms for didactic instruction. Certification requirements and ongoing training ensure firefighters maintain skills needed for the varied emergencies they face.<ref name="pfd"/>