2017 Annual Report - Fresno · 2018. 2. 1. · airport rescue firefighting (ARFF) at Fresno Yosemite International Airport (FYI). Through the California Office of Emergency Services

2017 Annual Report

City of FresnoPopulation: 520,159Land Area: 115 sq. milesElevation: 308 feetPopulation Density: 4,400/sq. mi.Population Rank: 5th in California

34th in the United States

*Source: U.S. Census Bureau

FRESNO FIRE DEPARTMENT

2017 Annual Report

Mission:To protect and put service above all else

Vision:Recognized as a standard of excellence

in the fire service

Core Values:Teamwork ~ Trust ~ Commitment

Fire Chief Kerri L. Donis

Teamwork, Trust and Commitment; these are the Core Values of the Fresno Fire Department (FFD) and the members who serve our community each and every day. 2017 marked the 140th Anniversary of the Department’s service to the City of Fresno and as one of the most admired and well-respected fire departments in the nation.

Our members (past and present) have experienced some terrific successes and growth over the years. There have also been times when we have witnessed heartbreaking disappointments and enormous challenges. Nevertheless, through these trials we have found a way to press forward, always forward. Resiliency defines our members and this Department. The mental toughness, the capacity to overcome the unexpected, our grit - THAT is the key to our success!

It has been proven time and time again that the FFD family is unstoppable. As members of this Department we respond daily to calls for service, as well as unexpected urgent matters; we worry, and we hurt right along with our neighbors. However, we also stay focused on the mission because we are committed to each

other and serving our community with excellence!As Fire Chief, I am proud of the FFD, its members and our service to the community. Enjoy the 2017 Annual

Report.

Total Incidents

2015

42,357

20172013 2014

37,88137,400

45,57546000

44000

42000

40000

38000

360002016

43,890

Proudly Serving

The FFD Training Division continues to play an integral role in the development of its members, from the rookie firefighter, to fire prevention staff, to the seasoned veteran firefighter and everyone in between; delivering over 58,000 hours of training in 2017.

The Department, through the Training Division, is focused on continuous improvement through the implementation of the SART Report. In early 2017, the SART Committee finalized a Garage Fire policy. Training delivered over 80 live fire exercises, resulting in over 700 hours of manipulative training. Additionally, through the work of the Command and Control SART subcommittee, staff developed, trained and implemented the residential fire “playbook”. The playbook is FFD’s first attempt at creating and training to a defined set of guidelines for specific fire incidents. This training resulted in over 80 live fire exercises to over 270 personnel. Review of fires subsequent to the training has shown impressive compliance with the playbook guidelines.

The 22nd Annual Training Officers Symposium saw record attendance (665 firefighters), from all over California and the Western United States who attended 54 different fire services courses throughout the week-long training symposium.

Your Fire Department“Operations Division”

The FFD emergency response capabilities were enhanced with the re-opening of Engine 11. This investment increased our minimum daily staffing to 77 personnel per day in the City of Fresno and the Fig Garden Fire Protection District. This improvement has increased our ability to assemble the effective firefighting force needed to mitigate structure fires. Adding resources is critical for our City and Department. As the population increases, the number of structure fires in our community continue to rise and the total emergency call volume hits a record number of 45,575 for 2017.

Supported by the City Council, City Manager and Mayor, the FFD took possession of three engines and two aerial ladder trucks as part of its apparatus replacement program. Additionally, over 400 individual portable radios were enhanced and new apparatus radios were installed for better fire ground communications. The Department also received a FEMA Assistance to Firefighters Grant (AFG) to provide 24 mobile data terminals (computers for apparatus) and 20 thermal imaging cameras.

The Department’s Special Operations Teams provide hazardous materials response (Hazmat), urban search and rescue (USAR), communications support, and airport rescue firefighting (ARFF) at Fresno Yosemite International Airport (FYI).

Through the California Office of Emergency Services (OES) and grant funding, the FFD began training 19 firefighters as Hazmat Specialists in 2017. Additionally, FFD was awarded an OES Type 2 Hazmat vehicle to be delivered in 2018 as well as hazmat equipment comprising a decontamination tent, two new computers, response software and 24 Level ‘A’ suits. The Department also upgraded all apparatus with new carbon monoxide detectors.

The USAR Team trained 24 personnel in rope and water rescue. The rescue team was relocated to Station 11 for improved response capabilities. Team members developed certification for Public Safety Diver in the use of surface supplied air through the Professional Association of Diving Instructors (PADI). This program will be used internationally to train rescue divers on the use of umbilical air systems without the use of large SCUBA tanks.

The Communications Team reprogrammed all mobile radios of fire apparatus for more efficient communication. Made up of firefighters assigned to Station 8, personnel provided technical support through testing, maintenance, and communication policy updates to ensure firefighters can converse with each other at emergencies.

The ARFF Team hosted a mobile FAA 139 live fire training course, and participated in joint training with crews surrounding FYI, including FFD, Fresno County Fire District, California Air National Guard, and Clovis Fire Department. Also, the Department participated in a FAA table top exercise and took a leadership role in the management of the emergency simulation.

Your Fire Department“Training Division”

BudgetGeneral Fund ............. $55,638,300Grants .......................... $1,586,000License and Permits ....... $240,000Charges for Service ..... $4,026,700Contract Fees .............. $7,046,300Capital ............................ $986,800Total Budget ............. $69,524,100

UnitsAirport Rescue Vehicle ................ 2Brush Rigs ................................... 2Engine Companies .................... 22HazMat Units ............................... 2Patrols ......................................... 2Truck Companies ........................ 6US&R Heavy Rescue ................... 1Water Tenders ............................. 4

PersonnelSworn Safety ........................... 332Minimum Daily Staffing (City & FGFPD) .......................... 77Minimum Daily Staffing (NCFPD) ..................................... 12Sworn Non-Safety ..................... 15Civilian ....................................... 23Fire Shop ..................................... 9Total ........................................ 379

IncidentsMedical Aids ....................... 32,344 Arrivals ........................... 25,691 Downgrades .................... 6,653Total Fires ............................. 3,446 Structure Fires ................. 1,034 Vegetation Fires .................. 683 Vehicle Fires ....................... 343False Alarms ......................... 2,685Hazardous Conditions .......... 1,160Service Calls ......................... 1,441All Other Incidents ................ 4,499

Total Incidents ..........45,575

Fire LossAll Fires ...................... $24,200,000From Arson ..................... $812,500Number of Displaced Peoplefrom Fires ................................ 420

FatalitiesTotal Civilian Fatalities ............... 11Firefighter Fatalities ..................... 0

InjuriesCivilian Injuries ........................... 35Firefighter Injuries .................... 100

Fire InvestigationsTotal Investigations .................. 444Incendiary Fires ....................... 196Arrests ....................................... 48

Fire Prevention5 Year Fire Sprinkler Tests .... 1,070New Sprinkler Inspections.... 1,320Plan Reviews ........................ 3,445Fire Inspections .................... 6,432

*FGFPD=Fig Garden Fire Protection District *NCFPD=North Central Fire Protection District

Fire ShopRepair Requests ................... 3,801Completed Repairs .............. 3,560

Wilma Quan-Schecter is the first city manager to participate in “Firefighter for the Day” in November 2017.

Firefighter Brandon Griffith making a memory for 1st and 2nd grade students.

Thank YouDear Chief Kerri Donis,

With profound gratitude and deepest appreciation we thank the Fresno Fire Department who courageously provided assistance in our time of need.

In the midst of rapidly developing hardship and destruction your team worked selflessly to fight fires and protect lives and property in our community during the Santa Rosa and North Bay Fire Storm of 2017. With dedication and commitment your team fought valiantly to contain the fires over a week. There are no words to completely express our deepest gratitude to ALL who work in the department.

Thank you for sharing your resources and courageous efforts of the department members who put their lives on the line to people, homes and animals during the fire storm, and for what all of them do each day in the Fresno community.

Thank you from the bottom of our hearts!

Sincerely,The Santa Rosa Staff of the California Department of Tax and Fee Administration

Response TimesFirst company arrival within 4 minutesStructure Fires Only ................................................... 71%Medical Aids .............................................................62%*Fires ..........................................................................61%*

Effective residential firefighting force within 8 minutes......................................................86%*(15 Firefighters on scene)

Effective commercial firefighting force within 8 minutes......................................................86%*(21 Firefighters on scene)

*National Standard is 90%

Fire StationsStation Address Council DistrictARFF (Airport) 5065 E. Anderson 4Station 1 1264 N. Jackson 4Station 2 7114 N. West 2Station 3 1406 Fresno St. 3Station 4 3065 E. Iowa 7Station 5 3131 N. Simpson 7Station 6 4343 E. Gettysburg 4Station 7 2571 S. Cherry 3Station 8 1428 S. Cedar 5Station 9 2340 N. Vagedes 1Station 10 5545 Aircorp Way 4Station 11 5544 N. Fresno 4Station 12 2874 N. Acacia 1Station 13 815 E. Nees 6Station 14 6239 N. Polk 2Station 15 5630 E. Park Circle 5Station 16 2510 N. Polk 3Station 17 10512 N. Maple 6Station 18 5938 N. LaVentana 2Station 19 3187 W. Belmont 3Station 20 4537 N. Wishon (FGFPD)*Station 21 15850 W. Kearney (NCFPD)*Station 22 806 S. Garfield (NCFPD)*Station 23 4555 N. Biola (NCFPD)*

*FGFPD=Fig Garden Fire Protection District *NCFPD=North Central Fire Protection District

Captain Karey Wedemeyer taking command at a fire incident. Engine Companies

Company ResponsesE01 .......................... 3,493E02 .......................... 1,562E03 .......................... 4,375E04 .......................... 3,509E05 .......................... 3,895E06 .......................... 2,527E07 .......................... 2,445E08 .......................... 3,023E09 .......................... 3,463E11 ...........................2,518E12 .......................... 2,968E13 .......................... 2,176E14 .......................... 1,395E15 .......................... 2,064E16 .......................... 2,121E17 ............................. 937E18 ............................. 975E19 ............................. 223E20 .......................... 1,966E21 .......................... 1,664E22 ............................. 528E23 ............................. 477

Truck CompaniesCompany ResponsesT04 ...........................1,492T09 ...........................1,520T10 ...........................1,126T11 ...........................1,024T19 ...........................2,036T21 ..............................317

Battalion ChiefsUnit ResponsesBC01 .......................... 854BC02 .......................... 775BC03 .......................... 501BC04 .......................... 781

Water TendersUnit ResponsesWT03 ............................ 92WT14 ............................ 64WT21 ............................ 82WT23 .......................... 101

Special OperationsUnit ResponsesAR01 - Air Rescue .......103AR02 - Air Rescue .........93BR15 - Brush Rig ..........24BR19 - Brush Rig ..........43BRS1 - Breathing Support ..54HM01 - HazMat .............90HM16 - HazMat .............45I01 - Investigation ........445I02 - Investigation ..........42I03 - Investigation ..........29I04 - Investigation ..........43I05 - Investigation ............3I06 - Investigation ............3I07 - Investigation ............1P02 - Patrol ...................30P07 - Patrol ...................46R04 - Rescue .................85R204 - Rescue ...............76

Company Responses

Community Outreach

The Fresno Fire Chief’s Foundation (FFCF) is a non-profit organization which partners with the Fresno Fire Department to support several programs. The Fresno Fire Department Explorer Program provides young men and women (14-22 years old) with insight into the firefighting world. The Helmets are Cool program has provided over 12,000 free helmets to children since its inception. This is done through school programs, fire station tours, and distributed by firefighters on engine and truck companies. Firefighters Creating Memories allows families with developmentally or physically disabled children to enjoy the Big Fresno Fair in the presence of Fresno Firefighters. Those families are escorted through the fairgrounds and assisted on rides by the firefighters participating in the program. To learn more about the FFCF work in the community, go to the website at www.beafirehero.org.

“Firefighter Community Outreach” is a program which encourages our firefighters to seek creative and thoughtful ways to engage our community. This year, through support of the Fire Prevention Division and

the Explorer Program, Department members interacted with residents in the communities we serve. Events range from school carnivals and fire drills; to car shows and block parties; conducting fire station tours as well as home safety inspections where smoke alarms may be installed. Our hope is that these intentional and frequent interactions will build positive relationships and promote safer communities.

The Fresno Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) program trains people to be better prepared to respond to emergencies in their homes, workplaces and community. The free 20-hour training series has been offered 51 times and has provided 1,225 individuals with basic emergency response skills, particularly those that would be of value after a disaster or local emergency. In 2017, CERT volunteers were activated 21 times for rehab support at major fires and incidents; and provided 26 days of scheduled rehab and logistical support for training and special events. The volunteers also participated in 11 major community service and public outreach events, 11 continuing education courses and 3 disaster exercises. The busy summer season was capped off with a memorable lunch for the CERT members hosted by FFD, Local 753 and the Fresno Fire Chief’s Foundation.

Firefighter Specialist Bill Gade performing duties at an emergency incident.

Crews participating in the “Every 15 Minutes” drill at Clovis North High School, demonstrating the

devastation caused by drinking and driving.

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