Please make sure to review the definitions of each award category. As the nominator, it is your responsibility to ensure the nomination is in the most suitable category and provides the appropriate level of information regarding the incident or actions taken by the nominee as it relates to the award.
- Firefighter of the Year Award
Firefighter, or Sergeant, with outstanding spirit, service and achievement.
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Station of the Year Award
Recognize outstanding effort by all shifts at a single fire station and promotes the vision of AFRD.
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Station of the Year Award
Recognize outstanding effort by all shifts at a single fire station and promotes the vision of AFRD.
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Team Spirit Award
Exemplary achievement by any battalion, section, unit, company or group.
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Medal of Valor
Act(s) of heroism that places the recipient in a life-threatening situation.
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Alliance Award
Recognizes ally within department who actively support and encourage the development of women, LGBTQ and Hispanic.
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Unit Citations Award
Meritorious performance by a company for operations that are difficult and challenging during emergency situations.
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Civilian Employee of the Year
Outstanding work, spirit and contributions by a non-sworn employee.
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Citizen Award of Honor
Outstanding act by a private citizen, bravery or service to AFRD.
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Kaplan Award
Recognizes a significant contribution to the community through the provision of emergency medical services.
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Company Officer of the Year Award
Lieutenant or Captain with outstanding spirit, service and achievement.
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Chief Officer of the Year Award
Chief with outstanding spirit, service and achievement.
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Award of Merit
Act(s) of heroism or bravery involving great personal risk.
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Fire Chief's Award
Special Distinction from the Office of the Fire Chief.