2014 PEMBROKE PINES FIRE DEPARTMENT ISO Class 1 Department Rescue Fire Prevention Training Operations Logistics/Support Services 9500 Pines Boulevard Building B Pembroke Pines, FL 33024 954-435-6700 www.ppines.com
Table of Contents Page Message From The Fire Chief 3 City Officials 4 City General Fund Budget 5 Organizational Chart 6 Station Locations 7 Rescue Division 8 Fire Prevention Bureau 9 Logistics Division/Support Services 11 Operations Division 13 Training Division 15 2
Message from the Fire Chief JOHN A. PICARELLO T he City of Pembroke Pines Fire Rescue Department is pleased to present our 2014 Annual Report. On the following pages you will find information from each of our five divisions which include Rescue, Fire Prevention, Logistics, Operations and Training. Each section provides interesting facts, figures and general information about our goals and accomplishments. Some of the highlights of 2014 include the hiring of ten new firefighters to replace recent retirees. We also conducted a promotional exam for the positions of Driver Engineer and Lieutenant. One significant change came in March when we took the final step in transitioning our City operated 911 Communications Center to the Broward County Regional 911 Communications System. For the vast majority of other cities in Broward County, this change was necessary in order to improve their level of service. In our case, the change was more about supporting and participating in a countywide initiative to coordinate and fund a service which should be regional and, as such, ultimately will improve 911 Communications throughout Broward County. In 2014, our crews responded to a total of 21,981 alarms of which, 18,410 were for emergency medical responses. They included 94 cases of cardiac arrest with an overall Return of Spontaneous Circulation (ROSC) of 32% which is over twice the national average. Our crews transported 10,766 patients to local area hospitals and provided CPR training to 972 employees and residents. Our Fire Loss Per Capita was $5.19, due in part to our public education efforts which totaled approximately 15,000 students and local residents. Our Fire Rescue Department and our personnel continue to support programs such as KAPOW (Kids and the Power of Work), CERT (Community Emergency Response Teams), Teen CERT, the Firefighter Explorer Program and Santa s Express. During the year, we took delivery of one new Commander vehicle and one Fire Engine. We were awarded two significant grants, one in the amount of $510,000 for Self Contained Breathing Apparatus and the other in the amount of $100,000 for power stretchers and load units. At this point, I encourage you to read on and become more familiar with our Fire Rescue Department. As always, we are here to serve and I welcome your comments, suggestions, and feedback. 3
City Officials Frank C. Ortis Mayor Jay Schwartz, Vice Mayor Commissioner District 2 Carl Shechter, Commissioner District 1 Iris A. Siple, Commissioner District 3 Angelo Castillo, Commissioner District 4 Charles F. Dodge City Manager 4
City General Fund Budget 2013-2014 Total: $159,550,055 Public Services $18,549,332 12% Recreation $9,116,823 6% Administrative Services $2,724,526 2% Community Services $8,541,939 5% Finance $3,683,934 2% Pre-Schools $5,673,114 4% Fire $44,586,292 28% Police $53,133,380 33% Technology Services $5,392,017 3% General Government $8,148,698 5% Fire Department Budget by Division Total: $44,586,292 5
Organizational Chart Clerical Fire Prevention (Fire Marshal) Assistant Administrative Battalion Chief Prevention Captain Fire Inspector Public Relations Officer Admin. Supervisor IT Support Accounts Payable Clerical Rescue Assistant Rescue Billing PT=Part Time Fire Chief Budget/Grants Manager Logistics Assistant Support Specialist PT Courier Training Assistant Administrative Battalion Chief Video Specialist Operations Asst. Div. Chief PIO A,B,C Shift Battalion Chief Captain Lieutenant Driver Engineer Firefighter Paramedic/EMT 6
Station Locations 7
Rescue Division T he Rescue Division manages the Emergency Medical Services provided by our Department. Emergency Medical Technicians, Paramedics, and Lieutenants operate under the direction of a physician who is the Department s Medical Director. The Department responds to calls using Advanced Life Support units and equipment from each of our fire stations. Each vehicle is equipped with the very latest medical diagnostic equipment available in the pre-hospital care setting. Activity Summary TYPE 2012 2013 2014 Patient Age Categories Total Patients Treated in 2014: 18,410 Vehicular 1,511 1,642 1,752 Cardiac 1,244 1,094 1,141 19% 1% 5% 20% Stroke 142 168 176 Diabetic 303 307 293 Respiratory 1,035 1,045 942 Overdose 49 54 244 40% 15% Obstetrics 56 61 55 Trauma 2,312 2,134 3,264 Others 13,027 12,407 10,543 0-1 years 2-16 years 17-48 years 49-65 years 66+ years Unknown TOTAL 19,679 18,912 18,410 8
Fire Prevention Bureau T he overall mission of Pembroke Pines Fire Rescue is the preservation of life, property, and the environment through a number of quality, cost-effective, and professional services. The Fire Prevention Division contributes to this mission through public education/events, the elimination of fire and safety hazards through fire code compliance activities such as: plans review, inspections of commercial and residential occupancies, and the investigation of fires to determine cause and origin. We have dedicated hard-working staff members eager to provide and maintain a fire-safe community. 9
Fire Prevention Bureau Functions Performed Tasks 2012 2013 2014 Total Inspections Conducted 10,823 11,071 11,444 Fires Investigated By Fire Prevention Bureau Number of Fire Plans/Documents Reviewed Number of People Attending Public Education Presentations Total Inspectable Occupancies/ Buildings 17 7 8 2,047 1,850 1,700 14,578 19,698 15,205 5,991 6,086 6,257 10
Logistics Division Support Services T he Logistics Division manages procurements and maintenance of fire stations, fire/rescue apparatus, equipment and operating supplies. The Division is responsible for developing and overseeing maintenance programs for equipment and apparatus to ensure firefighters are equipped and emergency response vehicles are ready to respond to the needs of the citizens of Pembroke Pines. 11
Logistics Division Functions Performed ACTIVITY Facility Maintenance, Planning, Design and Building Oversee repair and maintenance of vehicles, equipment, generators, and fuel supplies Communication Equipment Research & Development Fire-Rescue Apparatus Committee Emergency Management Preparedness Civil Defense and Terrorism Response Aerial Ladder and Fire Engine Pump Test DESCRIPTION Manage the repairs and renovations of Fire Department buildings located throughout the City. Coordinate and monitor the vehicle and equipment preventive maintenance, repair programs, and fuel orders. Ensure the reliability of all communications equipment and our compliance with National Fire Protection / ISO. Research and test new equipment and protective clothing for the Department. Members of the Department who research, design, and travel to manufacturing plants to inspect construction of new emergency vehicles. Emergency Management procedures are in place to ensure efficiency and readiness of all vehicles, equipment, and supplies for the hurricane season and any other potential mass casualty event. Continue partnerships with our Police and Government task forces in response to terrorism within the County, State, and Country. Annual tests to ensure the reliability of Fire Department aerial ladders, ground ladders, and engine/aerial pumps to maintain compliance with National Fire Protection Agency / ISO. 12
Operations Division T he Operations Division manages the Fire Department s daily commitment to saving lives and property. Operational personnel provide: Fire suppression and mitigation of related emergencies Initial hazardous material emergency response Daily inspection of equipment and vehicles Community training and public education programs Assistance with fire protection system inspections Pre-fire planning of buildings Emergency and non-emergency patient care and transport services Fire Incidents Fire Injury and Mortality Report Type 2012 2013 2014 Total Responses Responses Response Report 2012 2013 2014 21,636 22,046 21,981 Civilian Injury Civilian Death 9 7 2 0 0 0 Firefighter Injury 25 17 26 Firefighter Death 0 0 0 13
Operations Reports Mutual Aid Provided Assistance provided to other municipalities (Received / Given) Municipality 2012 2013 2014 Broward County 0/0 0/0 0/0 Cooper City 0/19 3/6 0/2 Davie 0/2 0/1 0/1 Hollywood 0/4 3/7 0/2 Miramar 10/26 20/26 16/21 West Park 0/0 0/0 0/0 Miami-Dade County 0/0 0/0 0/0 Hallandale 0/4 0/0 0/0 Port Everglades 0/0 0/0 0/0 Dania 0/0 0/0 0/0 Ft. Lauderdale 0/0 0/0 0/0 Southwest Ranches 0/0 0/1 0/1 TOTAL 10/55 26/41 16/26 Loss/Save Ratio Property losses that occurred due to fires and the property value saved from those fires Loss/Save Ratio 2012 2013 2014 Property Value 59,632,011 68,456,965 95,035,230 Property Loss 1,226,735 823,531 841,895 Saved % 97.7 98.8 99.11 Loss % 2.3 1.2.89 Census 157,594 160,306 162,329 Per Capita Fire Loss $19.88 $13.34 $5.19 14
Training Division T he Training Division manages the performance and educational requirements of all Fire Department employees. The Division works diligently to provide quality, up-to-date training in a variety of subjects throughout the year. Effective training helps to achieve: Quality customer service Personal and organizational pride Effective use of modern equipment Safe operations Services that meet the needs of the public Efficient and effective performance All facility training is accomplished by the Training Division at our own Fire Training Facility which includes a five story smoke tower with two burn rooms for creating realistic, comprehensive training. The facility also features the addition of a state-of-the-art propane field with several gas fed props, two flammable liquid pits, and a flashover simulator designed to teach fire behavior and how to recognize and control the signs of impending flashover. 15