Fuller Road Firefighters Train on Electrical Safety
Photo by Fuller Road Fire DepartmentAndy Prestigiacomo delivers a classroom session focused on emergency response to downed wires and electrical incidents.
Photo by Fuller Road Fire DepartmentFirefighters and community members gather inside Fuller Road Fire Department for the interactive safety presentation led by National Grid representatives.
Photo by Fuller Road Fire DepartmentRoy Penn from National Grid demonstrates electrical hazard scenarios
Colonie, NY – September 22, 2025 — The Fuller Road Fire Department hosted representatives from National Grid on Monday evening for a specialized First Responder Electric Safety training.
The class, presented by Roy Penn and Andy Prestigiacomo, focused on improving firefighters’ ability to safely and effectively respond to electrical emergencies while ensuring both firefighter and public safety.
Department officials called the session highly informative, noting that continuous training with industry partners like National Grid strengthens preparedness for real-world incidents involving downed wires, power equipment, or other electrical hazards.
The Fuller Road Fire Department extended its thanks to National Grid for their ongoing partnership in community safety.
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