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illegal dumping, substandard housing, and many others. The intent of the program is to
educate and gain cooperation of the public to prevent unsafe conditions and improve the quality
of life throughout the community.
Public Education
Public education is paramount and is considered a major factor in reducing fires and injuries.
Targeted educational groups include children, adults, seniors and disadvantaged community
members. The Fire Department delivers educational programs in a variety of ways which
include visits to schools and senior residential communities, community events, media articles,
and our annual Open House.
Training
Training is critical to be able to deliver the necessary emergency services to the public. The Fire
Department must constantly strive to maintain legal requirements and to ensure that all fire
department personnel maintain the knowledge, skills and abilities to perform their job in a safe
and efficient manner. High quality training accounts for the high recruitment and retention
levels of the community-based fire department members and provides motivation to participate
and serve.
Administration
Administering the fire department to the community consists of ongoing tasks and strategies.
Fire Department personnel must constantly plan, equip, train, exercise and evaluate the
programs and services that are provided to our constituents. The Firefighters must be good
stewards of the tools, vehicles and equipment used to protect life and property, and Fire
Administration must always continue to look forward to ensure that the essential safety needs
of the public are being met.
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