Forged In Fire : Rehabilitation on the Fireline :A mixed-methods analysis of various aspects of firefighting programs

Abstract

This research seeks to achieve several goals, mainly to draw attention to a specific and understudied area of corrections—Carceral Firefighting programs. This study will achieve the above goal through a comparative analysis of seven Carceral Firefighting programs from the following states: Arizona, California, Colorado, Montana, Nevada, Oregon, Washington. The analysis will focus on several key items, including, but not limited to the number of program participants, level of training, whether they live in camps or stay in the prison. Additionally, the study will endeavor to highlight relevant legislation or transitional programs that can impact one’s ability to serve as a firefighter following their term of incarceration.