Fire Department
“We’re There, We Care”
I’d Like To..
- join the Fire Department team.
- find the nearest fire station.
- learn about the department’s background, structure, and personnel.
- view a map of fire incidents
- learn about building a small fire for an event or get-together.
- reserve a community room.
- learn what an ISO 2 rating means and how it affects me
Upcoming Events
ICS 400 Advanced Incident Command System (ICS), Command and General Staff Complex Incidents - (POST Certified)
February 15-16, 2012
8:00 am– 5:00 PM
Location:
Battlefield Fire Protection District Training Center
4117 W. 2nd St..
Battlefield, MO
Class Limit:30 Participants
Get a flyer with additional information or click on this link for an OHS Blank Student Enrollment Application or contact:
Andy Woody, Assistant Chief, Training Division
Office - 417-864-1520—Cell - 417-761-1886
The class size is limited.
STRATEGIC PLANNING COURSE
Monday, April 30,2012 through Friday May 4, 2012
8:00 AM to 5:00 PM Daily
Location:
Springfield Fire Department
Fire Station 12
2455 South Blackman
CLASS LIMIT: 20 seats available
Costs:
The total cost of the five-day Strategic Planning course is $100.00 per attendee. This includes student manual, additional selected articles, pre-course reading material, and certificate of completion. Refreshments will be provided during morning and afternoon sessions.
Course Content:
The Strategic Planning course will focus on the nine-step Strategic Planning model. The course material is adapted from three National Fire Academy courses (Executive Planning, Financial Management and Long Term Recovery Planning). This course is designed for those individuals who may be involved in the planning process in their organization.
Instructor: Mr. Larry Damrell – Retired - Houston Fire Department
Instructor – National Fire Academy, Emmitsburg, MD
Pre-Course Readings:The Five Dysfunctions of a Team: A Leadership Fable by Patrick M. Lencioni.
The book is included in the class costs.
For questions regarding the course call:
Captain Olan Morelan at 417.864.1858 or 417.839.2433
An email confirming course acceptance will be sent to the address provided.
Get a flyer with additional information
SPRINGFIELD-BRANSON NATIONAL AIRPORT MUTUAL AID LIVE FIRE TRAINING
Tuesday, May 22, 2012
8:00 – 12:00 PM & 1300-1700
We will be training with the MUFRTI and using the MAFT (Missouri Aircraft Fire Trainer)
This will include fuselage, wheel assembly, engines, and interior fires with manikin recovery.
Water and sport drinks will be provided.
For questions regarding the course call:
Captain Olan Morelan at 417.864.1858 or 417.839.2433
Fire Safety and Prevention
Fire prevention is our goal! We'd much rather you never have a fire than need to call us to put one out. Through safety surveys, smoke alarms, common safety tips and a fire safety checklist, you can prevent fires from becoming your reality. Refresh your memory on home fire safely with a sheet of smoke alarm tips.
Did you know... A scald injury can happen at any age. Hot liquids from bath water, hot coffee and even microwaved soup can cause devastating injuries. Children, older adults and people with disabilities are especially at risk. Hot liquids from bath water, hot coffee and even microwaved soup can cause devastating injuries. Scald burns are the second leading cause of all burn injuries. Get more information by clicking on this linkscald prevention safety tips flyer.
Did you know... you should practice finding two ways out of every room in your home with your family? See if you can find two ways out of this maze.
Did you know... If you are a homeowner and live within the city limits, the Springfield Fire Department will install a new smoke alarm at no charge?
If you rent, your landlord is responsible to provide a working smoke alarm on every floor. If you need a 9 volt battery replaced in an existing smoke alarm, this service is provided free of charge to renters and home owners by calling 864-1500. We also provide hearing impaired smoke alarms at no charge.
Smoke Alarms for Deaf or Hearing Impaired
Smoke alarms save lives. People who are deaf or hard of hearing may not be able to depend on the traditional smoke alarm to alert them to a fire. If you live within the city limits, give the Springfield Fire Department a call at 864-1500 to ask about hearing impaired smoke alarms. Get more information with a disability safety tips flyer.
Did you know... we have installed more than 2100 smoke alarms since January of 2011?
2011 GOAL OF 1100 SMOKE ALARM INSTALLATIONS EXCEEDED!!
The Springfield Fire Department declared 2011 as the "Year of the Smoke Alarm." We had exceeded our installation goal of 1,100 smoke alarms by the end of August and had installed more than 1,700 by the end of October. There are still more smoke alarms and batteries available to fill requests. We want to ensure that your home is equipped with these devices that reduce your chances of dying in a fire by about 50 percent.
Did you know...the Springfield Fire Department offers FREE HOME SAFETY SURVEYS? Just call 864-1500 to schedule your safety survey.
Did you know…Heating equipment is a leading cause of home fire deaths?
It is getting to be that time of year again, and with a few simple precautions you can prevent most heating fires from happening while staying safe and warm.
- Never use your oven to heat your home.
- Keep anything that can burn at least three-feet away from heating equipment such as your furnace, fireplace, wood stove, or portable space heater.
- Maintain a three-foot (3') “kid-free” zone around open fires and space heaters.
- Clean and inspect heating equipment and chimneys annually by a qualified professional.
- When using a fireplace, make sure the fireplace has a sturdy screen to stop sparks from flying into the room.
- Ashes should be cool before putting them in a metal container. Keep the container a safe distance away from your home
- Remember to turn portable heaters off when leaving the room or going to bed.
- Always use the right kind of fuel, specified by the manufacturer, for fuel burning space heaters.
- Remember to test your smoke alarms monthly.
Campus Safety
With School starting back, college students living away from home should take a few minutes to make sure they are living in a fire-safe environment. Educating students on what they can do to stay safe during the school year is important and often overlooked. Download our campus safety tips for additional safety information.
Gel Fuel Safety
Gel fuel is used with fire pots, personal fireplaces, and patio torches. These devices can create a warm, cozy environment. However, they should be considered an open flame and extreme caution is necessary when using or adding fuel. Get additional gel fuel safety tips.
Home Fire Sprinklers
Home fire sprinklers (1 MB) can save lives and property from fire by responding quickly and effectively.
KNOX-BOX for Rapid Entry
The KNOX-BOX® Rapid Entry System provides non-destructive emergency access to commercial and residential property. More than 9,000 fire departments and government agencies use KNOX-BOX key boxes and other products for safe and secure rapid entry.
If you're using a KNOX-BOX, call 864-1500 for the system code.
What If I've Had a Fire?
Unfortunately, fires do happen, but we can help point you toward recovery. Things to consider after a fire include:
- property damage not caused by the fire, water, or smoke
- insurance issues
- utilities and construction
