The Fullerton Fire Department is composed of 95.5 trained professional employees at six fire stations strategically located throughout the City. The department responds to fires, medical aids and public assistance requests, such as assistance to the elderly or physically challenged, vehicle lockouts, water damage, flooding, and sewer breaks. Fire Department employees conduct inspections and respond to complaints by enforcing laws and regulations designed to protect lives and property. Public education in the areas of fire safety, first aid, and disaster preparedness is provided upon request.

Divisions

Administration

Administration is responsible for the overall coordination and direction of the department. Additionally, it oversees the City's disaster preparedness plan.

Operations/Training

Operations/Training is responsible for providing continuous service for fire control and suppression, rescue, and medical aid, and the Paramedic Subscription Program. Operations/Training also provides emergency response for controlling hazardous materials incidents.

Operations/Training is responsible for providing: state and federally mandated training, ongoing continuing education related to hazardous materials, Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) and paramedic recertification. Additionally, the training function includes updating personnel in new technologies and methodologies to ensure preparedness for the broad range of situations to which the Fire Department responds.

Fire Prevention Division

The Fire Prevention Division conducts ongoing inspections for the purpose of life safety, reduction in property loss, weed and rubbish abatement, and the enforcement of federal, state and local fire regulations. The Fire Prevention Division is also responsible for determining fire cause and investigating suspicious fires. The Fire Prevention Division conducts inspections related to hazardous materials and underground storage tank regulations.

Goals

Protect the lives and property of the people in the City of Fullerton from the adverse effects of fires, sudden medical emergencies, or exposure to dangerous conditions created by either man or nature.

Oversee the City's Disaster Preparedness program and maintain the Emergency Operations Center in a state of readiness.