Fire Department
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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

 

FIRE CAUSE DETERMINATION

Friday, June 22,2012 starts at 6 pm and on Saturday June 23, 2012
Ends by 5:00 PM on the 23rd

Location:

Battle Fire Protection District HQ

NO CLASS LIMIT

NO COST

This is a 12 hour class and the course meets the prerequisite for the Missouri Division of Fire Safety’s Investigator Certification Program. We can have any number of students that we want and certificates will be issued by the Missouri Division of Fire Safety. We are currently working on getting POST approval as well. Please RSVP with myself or Deputy Chief Reynolds with the number of personnel you would like to send.

 

For questions regarding the course call:
Captain Olan Morelan at 417.864.1858 or 417.839.2433

An e-mail confirming course acceptance will be sent to the address provided.

SPRINGFIELD-BRANSON NATIONAL AIRPORT MUTUAL AID LIVE FIRE TRAINING

Tuesday, May 22, 2012

8:00 – 12:00 PM & 1300-1700

Get flyer with additional information

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... Since 1922, Fire Prevention Week (FPW) has been observed on the Sunday through Saturday period in which October 9th falls. Here are dates for future Fire Prevention Week campaigns:

2012: October 7-13 This years theme is: Have 2 Ways Out!
2013: October 6-12
2014: October 5-11

Did you know... you should plan and 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... Smoke alarms are missing in half of all manufactured home fires. Since they are required to be sold with smoke alarms, this may mean people are removing them. If you own or are thinking about buying or renting a manufactured home, knowing a few tips, as well as the facts and the safety requirements for manufactured homes can help you keep your family safe. Get more information on Fire Safety in Manufactured Homes by clicking on this link.

Did you know...

• Smoking materials are the leading cause of fire deaths in the United States and in 2010, there were an estimated 90,800 smoking-material fires in the United States. These fires caused 610 civilian deaths, 1,570 civilian injuries and $663 million in direct property damage.
• One home structure fire was reported every 87 seconds in 2009 and most deaths result from fires that started in living rooms, family rooms and dens or in bedrooms
• On average,seven people died in home fires every day. Adults 65 and over face the highest risk of fire death and nearly half (45%) of fatal home smoking-material fire victims were age 65 or older.
• In 2009, U.S. fire departments responded to 362,500 home structure fires. These fires caused 12,650 civilian injuries, 2,565 civilian deaths, $7.6 billion in direct damage

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... 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 will install FREE smoke alarms? Just call 864-1500 to schedule an appointment.

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 cause of many 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