07/31/2026
Congratulations to EPD Honor Guard members Sgt. Steve Austin and Ofc. Freddie Kemp on graduating today from Class 2026-6 of the National Honor Guard Academy (NHGA). The NHGA was hosted by the Connecticut Fire Academy and included 32 Police Officers, Firefighters, and EMS Professionals representing 19 different agencies and 6 states.
Students participated in an intense training environment covering such topics as: Basic drill and ceremonial movements; Church and casket protocol; Developing department SOPs for honor guards and color guards; Public Safety Officer benefits; Flag etiquette; Honor guard commander leadership training; Various types of funeral services; and honor guard and color guard history and traditions.
