FGHT,
While you may be allowed to go to COBWEB as a Reserve, be advised they will still want a waiver of responsibility from your department, basically saying that the deparmtent will cover your for workman's compensation if you're injured during the course. I inquired about going myself a month or two ago, and was informed this by the trainer. You may have difficulty getting this as a reserve/part-timer. The department may not want to be on the hook for you for a non-essential training course.
While you may be allowed to go to COBWEB as a Reserve, be advised they will still want a waiver of responsibility from your department, basically saying that the deparmtent will cover your for workman's compensation if you're injured during the course. I inquired about going myself a month or two ago, and was informed this by the trainer. You may have difficulty getting this as a reserve/part-timer. The department may not want to be on the hook for you for a non-essential training course.