10(a). Visit a fire station in person

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Identify the types of fire service vehicles. From the firefighters you meet, learn about the fire prevention activities in your community and about their careers. Discuss with your counselor what you learned during your tour and interviews.

Note. The visit is in person. It ends with discussing what you learned during your tour and interviews with your counselor.

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Fire Safety Merit Badge Requirements (Merit Badge Hub, last modified 2026-05-05), Requirement 10(a)

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