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Minimum 21 Member Staffing Level
There has been some questions regarding the recently negotiated item of "minimum staffing level of 21 firefighters". This is 21 total members, not 21 per shift. The Town has roughly 15,000 year round residents, and thousands more in the summer, along with 64 square miles to cover. We have only 21 full time firefighters, which breaks down to 4-5 per shift, which then breaks down to 2-3 in each station (we have two stations), which then breaks down to roughly 1 firefighter on duty per every 3,000 residents. We went through the archives (not every year was available to us here in the Station). As you can see the number of runs continues to rise while the staffing levels have remained virtually the same. 21 members is not a new concept. We've had these levels for years, and have been seeking to increase those numbers for years as well in order to provide a better and safer service. We will continue to work with the Town, and as always, keeping the safety of its residents and our firefighters a top priority. 21 minimum is a step in the right direction, however we still do not meet the NFPA's minimum manning requirements. NFPA 1710 exists because studies into firefighting prove that there must be a certain number of people per rig arriving on scene within a specified time frame to offer citizens the minimum level of protection. Note the word "minimum" because some believe the standard offers the maximum. NFPA 1710 Requirements: Fire Fighters will respond with a minimum of 4 personnel on each apparatus and more depending on the hazards normally encountered (can be five or six). Fire Fighters will arrive at the emergency scene within 4 minutes of the dispatch center receiving the call. The correct number of fully staffed and strategically located fire stations must exist to accomplish the standard. NFPA Code 1710-Standard for Organization and Deployment of Fire Suppression Operations, Emergency Medical Operations, and Special Operations to the Public by Career Fire Departments- involves staffing of career fire departments. In this code, the NFPA has used scientific evidence, past history and first hand experience to establish the minimum number of personnel required to safely and effectively operate on a fire scene. NFPA 1710 guidelines say that a first arriving company must consist of 4 fire fighters and arrive within 4 minutes of the initial 911 call. For an initial full alarm assignment (any structure fire) minimum personnel on scene should consist of 15-17 fire fighters arriving on scene within 8 minutes of the initial 911 call. 1986 - 18 FF's 1191 runs 1991 - 20 FF's 1291 runs 1995 - 20 FF's 1687 runs 1996 - 20 FF's 1449 runs 1997 - 21 FF's 1584 runs 1998 - 21 FF's 1576 runs 2000- 21 FF's 1841 runs 2003 - 18 FF's 1700 runs 2004 - 19 FF's 1968 runs 2006 - 20 FF's 2021 runs 2007 - 21 FF's 2021 runs 2008 - 21 FF's 2062 runs 2009 - 21 FF's 1932 runs
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Westport Firefighters
The Westport Permanent Firefighters Association, IAFF Local 1802 was organized September 25, 1968. We are an organization of 21 full-time professional firefighters protecting the coastal Town of Westport, Massachusetts. We strive to bring the citizens and visitors of Westport the best Fire Protection and Emergency Medical Services available. This is consistently accomplished through our pursuit of up to date education and training. We are confident that the many services we provide are nothing short of superior. Westport has a population of roughly 15,000 year round residents, which increases to around 25,000 in the summer months. Our response area is 64 square miles. Included in those 64 square miles is 35 miles of coastline made up of ponds, rivers, and an ocean. Westport Firefighters work around the clock manning the following apparatus:
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Group 2 Works Structure Fire On Route 6
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On: Jan 19, 2010 (21:22:00)
Firefighters were called to the scene of a structure fire on Route 6 early Tuesday morning. At 0349 hours Group 2 received calls reporting a working fire on Route 6. Engine 2 was first due and arrived to find a 2 story wood frame fully involved. Off duty firefighters, along with Dartmouth District 3 worked the scene, while Tiverton Fire and Dartmouth District 2, covered the department's stations. The fire had an extensive head start, and firefighters used a defensive attack, using 1 3/4, 2 1/2 inch lines, along with the Ladder's master stream. The home was abandoned and there was no electricity to the building. The fire appeared to be suspicious in nature. Westport Fire investigation unit was working with the Mass State Fire Marshall's office to determine the cause. The same structure had a room and contents fire about 3 years ago, at that time it was occupied by its former owners. There were no injuries, firefighters were on the scene for about 4 hours. The building was a total loss. The Fire Department continued its busy morning with several medical runs, including a motor vehicle crash on Horseneck Road. Photos will be posted when available.
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Group 2 Rescues Dog from Ice
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On: Jan 03, 2010 (15:27:00)
At 8:55 AM Group 2 responded to reports of a dog stuck in the ice on Sawdy Pond, off Robert Street. Arriving firefighters found a collie located 300 feet from shore in a hole in the ice. The firefighters donned their ice rescue suits and proceeded with the ice rescue sled out to the dog. When they got to the dog they noted that the dog was exhausted and extremely happy to see them. The dog was removed from the water and brought to shore. The dog was suffering from hypothermia and had several cuts on its paws from the ice. It was then wrapped in blankets and transported to the Acoaxet Vet Clinic on Sanford Road. The staff there did an excellent job and warmed the dog up by drying the dog thoroughly and giving warm IV fluid. The dog was left with the Vet and checked on later by fire personnel. The dog was doing fine and had even begun to eat. The dog's owner has yet to be found.
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Firefighters Deliver Thanksgiving Baskets
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On: Jan 19, 2010 (18:24:00)
Westport Firefighters teamed up with Lees Market and its customers, helping to hand out close to 30 food baskets this Thanksgiving Holiday. For the past several years Firefighters have donated their time delivering baskets to those in need this holiday season and this year was no different. There was 60 baskets total, 27 were delivered by firefighters and the rest picked up at Lees Market by those in need. The food drive is made possible by Lees Market and the donations of its customers. Local 1802 contributed 100 dollars to the cause. Lt. Ledoux, FF Mackillop, FF Ward, FF Porawski and FF Moniz all helped deliver the baskets, thanks.
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