2013 Annual Report - Greendale

2013 Annual Report

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GREENDALE FIRE DEPARTMENT

Mission Statement

The mission of the Greendale Fire Department is to protect the lives and property of

Greendale residents, visitors, and all who call upon us with professionalism, compassion, and integrity.

Our mission shall be accomplished through proactive fire prevention, education, and inspection efforts.

We shall focus on training and be prepared to provide emergency medical, fire suppression,

and special services when called upon.

Vision Statement

The Greendale Fire Department will continually evaluate trends, assess the needs of the community, and make changes to the services we

provide to meet and exceed community expectations.

The mission of the Greendale Fire Department is to protect the lives and property of Greendale

residents, visitors, and all who call upon us with professionalism, compassion, and integrity.

Our mission shall be accomplished through proactive fire prevention, education, and inspection efforts.

We shall focus on training and be prepared to provide emergency medical, fire suppression, and special services when called upon.

Village Board of Trustees

John Hermes, President

Todd Michaels, Village Manager

Greendale Police and Fire Commission

Citizens of Greendale

I respectfully submit our 2013 Annual Report of the Greendale Fire Department for your review.

2013 brought excitement and many changes to the fire department. The most noteworthy

changes were;

The Greendale Paramedic Program became staffed with at least 2 paramedics 24/7 as of

July 1, 2013. This was after a 2 year phase in program approved by the State of

Wisconsin.

The purchasing and delivery of a new Engine. This vehicle compliments our current fleet

by playing the roles of 2 Engines thus enabling us to put an older Engine into a “reserve”

status.

The transition to electronic software to handle our training and inspection documentation.

These processes increased efficiencies in both departments

It is the commitment of the entire department to provide the best possible service in the most

efficient matter to the citizens of the Village of Greendale. The community is without question

one of the finest places to live. This cannot be accomplished without the cooperation and support

of the Village Board, Village Manager, Police Department, Dispatchers, Department of Public

Works, Sewer and Water Utility, Building Inspector, Health Department, the Greendale School

District, Fire Department Personnel, surrounding area Fire Departments and most importantly

the Citizens’ of this Village.

Respectfully submitted on behalf of all members of the Greendale Fire Department,

Timothy Saidler, Fire Chief

Greendale Fire Department

6200 W. LOOMIS RD.

GREENDALE, WI 53129

414-423-2131

FAX 414-423-2120

www.greendale.org Timothy Saidler

Fire Chief


2013 Annual Report

Table of Contents

Village Officials…………………………………………………………………. 1

Organizational Chart…………………………………………………………… 2

Personnel ……………………………………………………..………………… 3

Budget…………………………………………………………………………… 6

Emergency Responses – Past 10 years………………………………………… 7

Mutual Aid (Given & Received) ……………………………………………… 8

Calls Summary……………….………………………………………………… 9

Snapshots of 2013 ………………………………………………………………. 10

Training …………………………………………………………………………. 11

Emergency Medical Services …………………………………………………… 13

Fire Inspection Report …….…………………………………………………… 16

Public Education Programs …………………………………………………… 19

Apparatus and Equipment …………………………………………………….. 21

Building and Grounds…………………………………………………………… 25

SCBA Inventory ………………………………………………………………… 27

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BOARD OF TRUSTEES

PRESIDENT John R. Hermes

TRUSTEES Ronald A. Barbian

James M. Birmingham

Sally A. Chadwick

Carl G. Genz

Allan D. Sikorski

Gregory J. Turay

VILLAGE MANAGER Todd Michaels

POLICE & FIRE COMMISSION Greg Weyer, Chair

Patrick Farley

Carol Liederbach

David Wilmoth

Tom Kuzmanovic

Board of Trustees

Police & Fire Commission

Village Manager

Fire Chief Tim Saidler

Administration/Operations

“A” Shift Fire Captain

Michael Wojnowski Fire Inspections Coordinator

Clothing Liaison

Fire Department Open House

“B” Shift Fire Captain

Dean Kozelek Fire and EMS Training

Dispatch Liaison

“C” Shift Fire Captain

Russ Weiler Apparatus & Equipment Maintenance

Building and Grounds Maintenance

Department Historian

Fire Lieutenant

Brian Peterson Fire Inspections-Southridge

EMS Officer

Confined Space Leader

Fire Lieutenant

Kyle Kierzek Fire Inspections-Apartments

EMS Supplies

SCBA Maintenance

Fire Lieutenant

Eric Campbell Fire Inspections-Businesses

Car Seat Coordinator

Fire Prevention/Public Education

Firefighter Joseph Cassini Firefighter Patrick Dillon

Firefighter Barry Bobber

Firefighter James Hintz

Firefighter Peter Rabinek

Firefighter Kurt Risberg

Firefighter Andrew Browning

Firefighter Gregory Ponzi

Firefighter Michael Schmitt

Firefighter Jarod Kimber

Firefighter Ryan Schwenkner

Firefighter Jeremiah Childers

Paid-on-call members None

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Administrative Assistant

Vacant


Organizational Chart

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Appointments in 2013 None

Promotions in 2013 None

Retired in 2013 None

Resigned in 2013 None

Demotions in 2013

None

Terminated in 2013 None

PERSONNEL Promoted, Appointed,

Retired, Resigned

NAME

Timothy Saidler 9/10/1990

Fire Chief

Russell Weiler 11/1/1981

Fire Captain

Dean Kozelek 2/22/1995

Fire Captain

Michael Wojnowski 8/29/1998

Fire Captain

Brian Peterson 10/21/1994

Fire Lieutenant/Paramedic

Eric Campbell 3/23/1996

Fire Lieutenant

Kyle Kierzek 1/22/1997

Fire Lieutenant/Paramedic

Joseph Cassini 7/10/1988

Firefighter/EMT

Patrick Dillon 10/5/1991

Firefighter/EMT

Barry Bobber 3/31/1993

Firefighter/EMT

Kurt Risberg 1/10/1994

Firefighter/Paramedic

DATE OF

APPOINTMENT

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2013 ROSTERGREENDALE FIRE DEPARTMENT

NAME

Peter Rabinek 3/22/1996

Firefighter/EMT

Michael Schmitt 1/22/1997


James Hintz 9/7/1998


Gregory Ponzi 8/27/1999


Andrew Browning 6/20/2005


Jerimiah Childers 9/20/2010


Jarod Kimber 1/9/2012


Ryan Schwenkner 10/15/2012


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DATE OF

APPOINTMENT

2013 ROSTERGREENDALE FIRE DEPARTMENT

2013 Budget

E01-22-42100 Salaries - Regular $1,237,180.00 $1,316,823.01

E01-22-42200 Salaries - Temporary $0.00 $0.00

E01-22-42300 Salaries - Overtime $121,462.00 $184,311.98

E01-22-45100 Health Insurance $351,000.00 $292,769.51

E01-22-45200 Life Insurance $2,400.00 $2,723.29

E01-22-45300 Disability Insurance $200.00 $0.00

E01-22-46100 Social Security $0.00 $0.00

E01-22-46200 Retirement Contributions $339,034.00 $358,888.60

E01-22-46300 Medicare $19,701.00 $18,222.46

E01-22-47100 Uniform Allowance $11,025.00 $8,423.89

E01-22-51100 Building Maintenance $7,275.00 $6,075.20

E01-22-51200 Apparatus Maintenance $28,120.00 $25,343.85

E01-22-55100 Office Supplies $2,500.00 $2,242.04

E01-22-55200 Telecommunication $4,720.00 $4,264.76

E01-22-56100 Dues/Publications $1,415.00 $1,074.00

E01-22-56300 Training $7,775.00 $5,542.92

E01-22-57100 Utilities $28,500.00 $24,416.54

E01-22-61100 Housekeeping Supplies $3,000.00 $3,381.69

E01-22-65200 Firefighting Supplies $15,350.00 $13,214.58

E01-22-65300 Ambulance Supplies $15,000.00 $15,099.19

E01-22-65510 Gasoline and Oil $16,125.00 $19,832.13

E01-22-92900 Miscellaneous $5,595.00 $4,487.49

$2,217,377.00 $2,307,137.13

Actual

Expenditures


Budget - 2013

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EMERGENCY RESPONSE

10-YEARS

Year Total Alarms EMS Fires Fire Loss

2003 1451 1252 23 31,450$

2004 1498 1290 25 242,000$

2005 1540 1324 21 141,400$

2006 1535 1296 18 115,200$

2007 1687 1416 15 293,050$

2008 1686 1351 54 185,050$

2009 1701 1400 50 32,500$

2010 1646 1398 55 27,500$

2011 1625 1400 47 405,000$

2012 1749 1501 38 70,000$

2013 1897 1652 35 65,110.00$

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8

26

8

51 1 2 4

0

5

10

15

20

25

30

Franklin FireDept.

Greenfield FireDept.

Hales Corners FireDept.

Milwaukee FireDept.

Raymond FireDept.

West Allis FireDept.

MISC

Mutual Aid Given

Total of 47 Calls

7

14 14

0

2

4

6

8

10

12

14

16

Franklin FireDept.

Greenfield FireDept.

Hales CornersFire Dept.

Mutual Aid Received

Total of 35 Calls

9

35

3

29

45

64

24

79

20

10

20

30

40

50

60

70

80

90

Fire OverpressureRupture,

Explosion,Overheat(no

fire)

Rescue &Emergency

MedicalServiceIncident

HazardousCondition (no

fire)

Service Call Good IntentCall

False Alarm &False Call

SpecialIncident Type

2013 Fire Calls Summary

Total of 281

15 22 24140

37 3

262

79

765

297

5 1 20

100

200

300

400

500

600

700

800

2013 EMS Calls Summary

Total of 1652

2013 Snapshots

Fire Department Training

The 2013 year brought the fire department a new training records program. The

department training bureau is constantly looking for new and efficient ways to get training done

for the members of the department. The department members have taken on tremendous amount

of continuing education training with the new paramedic program, and the increasing amount of

emergency calls has put a premium on being efficient with time management. The department

was introduced to a new firefighting and EMS training records program in 2013. The program

was also taken on by other fire departments in the county prior to the Greendale signing on with

it. This allowed the department to do some research before committing to the new program. The

new training program which was purchased through TargetSolutions, is web based records

keeping program. But the program comes with a lot of other great features. The program allows

the department training officer to schedule trainings for department members ahead of time. The

members are then sent an email notifying them that there is a training scheduled for them. It also

sends them an overdue email notice if it’s not completed by the date specified. The program also

comes with its own canned courses that can be done individually by members or as a group. In

the past the members that were on vacation or out for other reasons were missing training. Now

they can make up those trainings and stay current with other department members. The new

program has also helped with the department’s EMT refresher recertification. The department

use to have instructors come in from MATC to do the 30 hour training. The new program has

State of Wisconsin approved EMS courses that 24 of the hours the members can go through on

their own. Which allows other members to accomplish other tasks in the station while one or two

members train on their own. The department BLS members will still need a 6 hour practical

training session. The TargetSolutions program also allows for spreadsheets to be created so that

an accurate account of training for each member can be viewed. The program has numerous

other features but the ones listed are the just a few of its highlights.

The page that follows briefly shows how the training has increased 2013 in comparison to 2012,

and this is a direct result of the new training program. The quality and the amount of hours that a

Greendale firefighter trains should continue to increase. Training for the department is very

essential and necessary to the service of the Greendale residents, so every new opportunity to

accomplish it should be taken, and that’s what the department has done by purchasing this new

training program.

Respectfully submitted,

Captain Dean Kozelek

Training Officer

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* Average training hours taken from 5/1/12 to 12/31/12

** Average training hours taken from 5/1/13 to 12/31/13

1161.71

1293.25

1050

1100

1150

1200

1250

1300

1350

May 1st to December 31st 2012 May 1st to December 31st 2013

Total Training Hours Increase

60 62 64 66 68 70 72

* 2012 Average hours per firefighter

**2013 Average hours per firefighter

64.5

71.8

Training Hours

Ho

urs

Hours

Emergency Medical Services

2013 was another ground breaking year for the Greendale Fire Department as we moved forward with the

implementation of our own locally based Paramedic service for the Village of Greendale. After three

years of planning and implementing this historic service change, we officially finished our two year ramp

up to 24/7 Paramedic coverage providing ALS service directly from the Greendale FD and went live July

1st 2013. We currently have ten Paramedics, Licensed by the State of Wisconsin on staff.

Each Paramedic must successfully complete a Paramedic course of over 1,000 hours of education to

become a licensed Paramedic in the State of Wisconsin. This course includes roughly 500 hours of class

room education and an additional 500 plus hours in the field and Hospital settings for their practical

(hands on) portion. This allows each student hundreds of patient contacts in the controlled environment of

the hospital, while also preparing them for the real world out on the street.

On our current staff we have one new Paramedic this will be the last interested internal firefighter to

complete their education, all future additional paramedics will be added through attrition. Every new

Paramedic must serve one year as an “Intern” Paramedic within the County system before they are

elevated to “Full Practice” status. During our Intern Paramedic period we are required by Milwaukee

County to be supervised by a full practice Paramedic on all Advanced Life Support (ALS) calls.

Also in July of 2011 there was a system change within the Milwaukee County system with the addition of

ILS service. To clarify there are now three levels of service available within the Village of Greendale,

Basic Life Support (BLS), Intermediate Life Support (ILS), and Advanced Life Support (ALS).

Currently Greendale Paramedic units routinely practice at the ILS level of care and provide ILS

transports. This is accomplished with two Intern paramedics or a full practice paramedic with a BLS

partner.

I am also proud to report that due to our new level of education and the tools supplied to us, we have

more than tripled our ALS treatments and transports to Village residents and visitors. Our last full year of

Mutual Aid ALS we received 210 calls from outside assistance, since the implementation of Greendale

Med 44/45 we have increased that to 765 calls in 2013 with only 6 months of mandatory 24/7 coverage

from GDFD. This is directly attributed to the advanced education which allows us to perform in depth

patient assessments and now find, diagnose and treat previously missed major underlying medical issues.

Current Paramedic staff and years of experience as a paramedic:

Lieutenant Brian Peterson 10 years

Firefighter Jarod Kimber 8 years

Firefighter Ryan Schwenkner 4 years

Lieutenant Kyle Kierzek 3 years

Firefighter Kurt Risberg 3 years

Firefighter Jeremy Childers 4 years

Firefighter Michael Schmitt 2 years

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Firefighter James Hintz 2 years

Firefighter Greg Ponzi 2 years

Firefighter Andy Browning (Intern) 1 year

Paramedic Medication administration list

Respectfully Submitted,

Lieutenant Brian Peterson

Medical Officer Greendale FD

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ADENOSINE 3MG/ML 4ML

SYRINGE

ALBUTEROL .83MG/ML SOLN 30BX

12/CS

AMIODARONE 50 MG/ML

SYRINGE

AMMONIA INHALER BX/12

ASPRIN BABY 81 MG 30CNT.

ATROPINE 0.1MG/ML SYRINGE

CALCIUM CHLORIDE 1GM

SYRINGE

DACRIOSE 4 OZ EYE IRRIGATION

WASH

DEXTROSE 50% 50 CC SYRINGE

DIPHRNHYDRAMINE 50MG/ 50ML

VIAL

DOPAMINE 200 MG BAG (18 CS)

EPINEPHRINE 1:10,000 SYRINGE

EPINEPHRINE 1:1,000 AMPULE

GLUCAGON 1 MG VIAL

GLUCOSE GEL 3X31GM TUBES

LIDOCAINE 20MG/ML SYRINGE

NALOXONE 1MG/ ML SYRINGE

NITROGLYCERIN 0.4MG SPRAY

SODIUM BICARB 50 MEQ SYRINGE

FENTANYL 100 MG CARPUJECT

MIDAZOLAM 1 MG/ML 5MG VIAL

93

676

509

418

765

297

0 200 400 600 800 1000

Treated, Transported byEMS (ALS) 2011

Treated, Transported byEMS (BLS) 2011





3 Year Comparison of BLS & ALS Calls

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Fire Inspection 2013

The Fire Inspection bureau continued this year doing inspection and issuing permits along with

plan reviews of all public buildings throughout Greendale. The fire department is required to

inspect all residential [greater then duplexes], schools, churches, apartments, mercantile, and

industrial buildings per Wisconsin State Statute 101.14. These inspections rely primarily on

educating occupants / owners on inspection items that need to be fixed or repaired to meet

compliance to the NFPA and Greendale Fire code standards. When these codes are not met, we

do have in place ways of issuing fines and fees to bring these occupancies up to compliance. Our

goal is to get resolution through voluntary compliance through education and understanding by

the building’s owners and occupants. We are also able to generate revenue through fire

inspection efforts by charging business’s a fee through Village ordinance 12.15 and collecting a

2% Fire Insurance premiums we receive through the state of Wisconsin statute 101.583. In 2013,

we will still continue to work with the Village Treasurer to keep our contacts updated so we can

collect these fees from the building owners in a timely manner.

The Fire Department did 949 inspections this year plus 90 walk-a-round inspections of all

apartment and condo complex’s in Greendale that don’t have common areas. These walk-a-round

inspections are done to make sure the fire alarm systems are working correctly and there are no

gas or charcoal grills above the first floor or within 10 feet of the building. These inspections are

divided up between the three work shifts. Each shifts Lieutenant is responsible for completing

and logging these inspection reports to keep us incompliance with the State of Wisconsin. They

also have to keep updating the occupancies contact information. A shift is in charge of all of the

Southbridge mall and the 76th St. corridor. B shift is in charge of all apartments and other

multifamily buildings in Greendale. C shift is in charge of schools, industrial, churches and all

businesses on Broad Street. In 2013, while doing these inspections, we were able to have 935

violations corrected to make Greendale a safer place for the residents and the people who visit the

Village of Greendale.

This year, we were not only busy doing inspections of buildings and businesses already in

Greendale, but also reviewing plans of new businesses and buildings coming to Greendale. We

along with the building department have inspected and did plan reviews of new businesses and

remodels’ throughout Greendale. These require time looking at alarm and sprinkler plans to

make sure they follow the NFPA and local fire codes.

South Ridge Mall remodel is now complete and we are busy trying to keep up on the contact

information of all the stores that are moving in / out and changing store managers.

In 2013 we had two shifts using the Fire House IPad’s for their shift inspection in order to go

paperless. It took some time to work some kinks out but all seems to be running smoothly at this

time.. The goal for 2014 is to have all 3 shifts up and running.

In 2013, the department issued:

6 burning permits

2 bonfire permits

3 welding permits

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Over the past year, I have attended the Area 5 inspectors meetings that are held in the Milwaukee

Metro area. These meetings allow me to keep up and bring back to the department new laws and

codes that need to be enforced throughout Greendale. These meetings also keeps us informed of

new laws and regulations we will have to enforce in the future. I’m also able to work with other

inspectors in our area on code enforcements, policies and procedures to make our fire inspectors

able to inspect more efficiently.

Turn Out Gear

In 2013, we replaced another five (5) sets of turn out gear in order to keep up a rotation of

replacing all gear every 10 years to keep us compliant with the NFPA standard 1971. We are still

able to use the same pricing for gear from the study group we took part in 2011 to keep our cost

down. At this time we have half of our department updated with the new gear. We will be

ordering another 4 or 5 sets of turn out gear at the end of 2014 to keep us on track to be NFPA

compliant.

In 2013 I have been attending meetings to review our turn out gear specifications we set out in

2011. This committee is a joint effort of area fire departments throughout South East Wisconsin.

Our goal is keep the price of new gear down along with gear that will keep us all safe. This year

Milwaukee, Green Bay and Madison fire departments have joined with us in order to try to keep

cost down.

Respectfully submitted

Captain Mike Wojnowski

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Fire Hose Testing 2013

In 2013, each shift was assigned a heavy piece of equipment to perform the task of testing all of

its fire hose. This must be done yearly to be NFPA 1962 compliant. Over the last few years we

have been updating our fire hose so we can test it and repack it back onto the rigs. In the past we

would have to test and then hang the hose to dry for a week before putting it back on the rigs.

C shift tested Engine 402

900 feet of 1 ¾ hose

1500 feet of 2 ½ hose

575 feet of 5” supply hose

A shift tested Truck 4

750 feet of 1 ¾ hose

1000 feet of 2 ½ hose

550 feet 5” supply hose

B shift tested Engine 401

650 feet 1 ¾ hose

750 feet 2 ½ hose

600 feet 5” supply line

All shifts also helped out testing all extra hose we have on the hose storage rack. This extra hose

is needed in case we would have a fire in colder weather do to the hose freezing and not allowing

us to reload it after each call. Each hose is marked and numbered so once tested it is logged into

the computer for tracking.

In 2013, we added 1000 feet of new 5” supply line to replace some old sections of hose and also

to add more on the new engine we will be putting into service. This hose is made of rubber so

over time it starts to break down and gets pinhole leaks in it. The fire department is able to repair

this hose in house if the leaks are close to the couplings but when doing this repair shortens up the

length of it.


Captain Mike Wojnowski

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PUBLIC EDUCATION PROGRAMS

Annual Inspections

1. Completed all inspections of Village industrial and mercantile business’s,

School and church buildings once between January 1, 2013 and June 31, 2013

and again between July 1, 2013 and December 30, 2013. Also completed all of

walk around inspections for apartment buildings.

Safe Kids Coalition involvement

1. Attended monthly meetings whenever possible

.

Car Seat Safety program

1. Checked, installed and made corrections to installation of 43 child seats

2. Attended car seat events and classes to earn continue education units also

instructed certification classes with Safe Kids Wisconsin.

3. Oversaw Child seat safety program and maintain all records.

Home Safety / Fire prevention

1. Taught units on fire safety and prevention for multiple Park and Recreation

classes for pre-school thru 6th grade children, home alone and be safety smart.

2. Station tours for schools ,community groups and families

3. Fire safety talks, presentations and programs to local business, organizations,

group’s at community events.

4.

Fire Prevention Team

1. This Year’s National theme was prevent kitchen fires. We used our clowns

program to deliver the National theme.

2. This year’s fire prevention program was presented at four grade schools. Seven

department members were used to present the program and we reached 900 K4-3rd

graders. Each student was encouraged to take home the information they received and

to share it with their families. It would be fair to say that between 800 and 900 families

receive our fire safety and prevention messages. Key points presented were Stop, Drop

and Roll. Smoke goes up we go down. Dial 911. Smoke detectors and most importantly

having an escape plan including a family meeting place. Each child was sent home with

a fire safety contract which included making an escape plan with their family. From the

contracts that were returned we picked four students that came to the station for lunch

with the firefighters. Another twenty names were drawn and received items donate by

Old Navy, Toys r us, Stone fire pizza, Walmart, Village of Greendale fire department

and Local 1777.


Eric Campbell, Lieutenant

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2013 Apparatus and Equipment

The apparatus and equipment of the Greendale Fire Department provide daily service to the

village. Sound purchasing along with a consistent maintenance and repair program ensures

equipment will have a full service life, and many times exceeding the expected service life. All

maintenance and most repairs are completed in the station by fire department personnel.

Advantages to this include higher, more reliable quality control, less downtime, very large cost

savings not only from the service performed but also from reduced overtime needed to have

firefighters transport apparatus and equipment to service locations, and improved efficiency.

Without a doubt Greendale fire department is one of a few if not the only fire department of its

size still performing its own maintenance and repairs. A new Chiefs car was purchased, a 2012

Chevrolet Equinox, this replaces the Dodge Durango. The Durango was auctioned off for the

highest bid and the Surrey safety trailer was also auctioned off and sold, the staffing it took to put

the trailer in service was not possible for the very limited use it provided. Engine 402 has reached

the end of its front line service life. Being the primary unit for most fire alarm responses and most

mutual aid requests it is showing signs of age and extended service. A committee was established

to research the needs of the department put together specifications for a new engine and related

equipment. Some of the equipment was also in need of replacement and updating. A unanimous

agreement was to go to Pierce manufacturing in Appleton Wisconsin because of quality, location

and their ability to provide exactly what Greendale needs. Delivery of the new Engine, now

designated as Engine 4 took place in fall of 2013. A considerable amount of time and effort went

into the process of selecting the right options and equipment required to fill our needs, many

meetings and several trips to Pierce manufacturing in Appleton were necessary to ensure the

Engine would be what the Greendale fire department needed. The old Engine 402 was auctioned

off on a municipal web site and was purchased by the Wausaukee WI fire department. The

current fleet of apparatus in service consists of:

Engine 401 is a 1994 1500gpm Pierce Saber and can respond to virtually any incident. It

is fully equipped for structure fires with hose, 500 gallons of water, ground ladders and

all related general tools. It is powered by a Detroit series 40 turbocharged diesel engine

and an Allision automatic transmission. The on board diesel generator is capable of

powering multiple halogen flood lights to provide lighting at any emergency scene.

Engine 401 is now used as a reserve engine that will be used when staffing allows, or in

front line service when other apparatus is down for maintenance and repairs. Engine 401

will also see service if Engine 4 or Truck 4 are committed on other alarms. Engine 401

also carries medical equipment including; first aid supplies, oxygen and a cardiac

defibrillator.

Engine 4 is a 2013 Pierce Arrow XT with an extended and raised cab that shares many

similarities with Truck 4. It also has a 2000 gpm pump but carries 750 gallons of water

on board, giving this engine the largest water supply of any engine in our history. A 30

gallon on board foam supply and pump improves versatility and efficiency. All doors are

roll up style, and a large hydraulic generator with LED scene lighting provide incredible

illumination at emergency scenes. Engine 4 is powered by a Detroit DD13 Turbocharged

Diesel engine with an Allision ESU 6 speed automatic transmission, features Pierces

TAK 4 front suspension with stability control and ABS disc braking. The polished Alcoa

aluminum wheels are identical to Truck 4. New TNT extrication equipment replaced the

old and outdated Hurst equipment that was carried on Engine 401. A full set of airbags

completes the extrication equipment, and Engine 4 will respond to all vehicle accidents

and heavy rescue calls. Engine 4 will also respond to working fires in the Village and any

mutual aid requests for an engine. The features and capabilities of Engine 4 are too

numerous to list in a few paragraphs, but the engine compliments Truck 4 perfectly and

will serve the Village for many years to come.

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1 Pierce 2000 gallon per minute quint aerial ladder. Truck 4 is a 2009 Pierce Arrow XT

cab with a Pierce 100’ Aluminum Ladder. This vehicle was assigned a “Truck” title

because of Greendale’s participation in the MABAS system. Truck 4’s aluminum ladder

was chosen because of many significant advantages over steel: Higher tip load, greater

water flow capacity, narrower out rigger footprint and to get the strength the ladder is

wider and Railings are taller giving a more substantial climbing platform, all of these

features and advantages while reducing weight and lowering the center of gravity.

Reduced weight and lower center of gravity results in less chance of tipping or rollover

and improved stopping and handling characteristics. The cab features seating for six

firefighters and is air conditioned for rehab of overheated firefighters. A computer

controlled stability system is a proactive accident avoidance system that controls road

speed, braking and turning. The pump can flow 2000 gallons of water a minute and has

an on board dual class foam system for instant foam application. Cabinets are roll up

style doors which is a first our apparatus but it allows for easier opening of doors on a

tight apparatus floor. The paint scheme is even more eye catching with a traditional

Greendale fire department logo and Red paint topped off with a white top on the cab. The

Truck is powered by a Detroit series 60, 6 cylinder turbocharged Diesel and Allison ESU

6 speed automatic transmission. This power train is the top drive train available and has

become the standard for Heavy duty Fire service aerial ladders. The chassis is a heavy

duty chassis with tandem rear axles and a Tak 4 independent front suspension with front

disc brakes. The Tak 4 front suspension is Pierces latest design that dramatically

improves maneuverability and reduced turning radius. This Truck rolls on highly

polished Alcoa Aluminum wheels.

2 Ford Med Tec Ambulances. Ambulance 404 is designated as Med 44 when staffed

with 2 paramedics, and Ambulance 405 is designated as Med 45 when staffed with 2

paramedics. Both Medtec units are 2007s, and are on Ford E450 chassis’s and both are

identical to each other. They are powered by a 6.0 liter Navistar turbocharged

powerstroke diesel. Both of the Ambulances are nearing the end of their front line service

life and plans for replacement should begin in 2015 or 2016. These Ambulances are

equipped identically according to standards established by the State of Wisconsin.

Annual inspections by the state of Wisconsin have shown these vehicles are equipped and

maintained to the highest standards. The full complement of basic life support equipment

along with cardiac defibrillators, oxygen, selected drugs, specialized communications

equipment and advanced airway equipment help provide an excellent emergency medical

service. Greendale Med 44 and Med 45 respond regularly to all mutual aid incidents that

they are requested for. The Greendale fire department regularly responds to 2 rescue calls

at the same time and is experiencing an increase in 3 simultaneous calls, as requests for

service increase the need for a 3rd unit may need to be considered.

Utility 4 is a 2011 Chevrolet Silverado ¾ ton 4 wheel drive with a 4 door crew cab.

Utility 4 is powered by a 6 liter gasoline V8 and an automatic transmission. The unique

addition to Utility 4 is a 6 door rear service body that greatly improves efficiency and can

carry significantly more tools and equipment. U4 can supply manpower at an incident or

deliver the confined space trailer, and necessary personnel to a confined space incident.

1 1998 Wells Cargo 25 foot Confined Space emergency response team trailer. Trailer 410

is a modified trailer specially prepared to carry all required equipment to handle a

Confined Space incident such as, a supplied air system, ropes and pulley systems,

atmospheric monitoring systems and ventilation equipment. The confined space team and

its trailer will respond to any community it is requested.

1 Fire Chiefs car. Car 400 is a 2012 Chevrolet Equinox and is equipped with a 4 cylinder

gasoline engine, and is all wheel drive. This vehicle provides transportation for the Fire

Chief to any emergency incident. Outfitted with some of the tools and equipment to

command and coordinate an emergency incident this vehicle can also serve as an initial

command post.

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Special equipment inventory

Self Contained Breathing Apparatus. In 2012, all self contained breathing apparatus were

replaced with state of the art, brand new mask mounted regulator MSA units. The money

for these units was obtained through a Federal grant. SCBA units allow firefighters to

advance quicker, deeper and safer in almost any hazardous environment from interior

firefighting to hazardous materials incidents. The result is lower fire losses, fewer injuries

and a greater chance of a successful rescue.

2 Thermal imaging cameras. One of the cameras was purchased as a result of a fundraiser

organized by Greendale Fire Department members. Both cameras use military technology

to allow firefighters to see in zero visibility. It has uses in structural firefighting for

search and rescue, locating the seat of the fire and helping firefighters maintain

orientation in unfamiliar zero visibility situations. It also can be used in certain hazardous

materials incidents by thermally indicating product volumes of containers and vessels.

Communication equipment. All base, mobile and portable radios have been replaced with

a trunked 800 MHz system. This required some changes to our standard operating

guidelines. Truck 4 and Engine are dual equipped with an 800 and a VHF radio this

allows us to be compatible with the recently implemented MABAS system of mutual aid.

Greendale is also now regularly using cellular phones, internet, fax and 2 way radio

technologies. These resources allow firefighters to gain vital information needed to

mitigate an emergency or obtain the resources needed to solve the problem.

Gasoline powered saws. The Greendale Fire Department has a predominantly Husqvarna

power tool inventory. A variety of gas powered chain and circular saw tools allow

firefighters to ventilate or gain access in almost any situation in only moments. Both

Engines and the Truck (Aerial Ladder) carry chain and circular saws. An additional large

gas powered extrication saw with a demolition style blade was purchased; preliminary

tests prove the saw works very well.

A 25 KW emergency standby generator. A continuous power supply is mandatory for any

emergency services unit to operate reliably. This unit starts automatically upon a power

failure and operates off of Natural gas. This generator will ensure that continuous power

is available to operate lights, telephones, radios, overhead doors, battery chargers and any

other equipment required to respond to an emergency without delay. Without this

generator, delays in responding and the loss of reliability of specialized equipment could

result during a power loss.

Atmospheric monitoring equipment. A variety of meters that firefighters must use to

determine if environments are safe or hazardous. New 4 gas meters were purchased in

2103 and are used regularly during the heating season to inspect residences and

businesses for hazardous levels of carbon monoxide. They are also an essential tool at a

confined space incident, natural gas emergencies or any emergency where the air quality

could be affected.

TNT hydraulic heavy rescue tools. This equipment is used primarily at automobile

accidents to remove trapped occupants. The time savings because of a tool like this has

saved several lives in Greendale alone, and is regularly requested by surrounding fire

departments.

Gasoline and electric powered fans. Ventilation is a key element at any hazardous

atmosphere. These high powered fans allow firefighters to ventilate out hazardous gasses

and introduce fresh air. Improving the chance of a successful rescue and making working

conditions safer for firefighters.

Hand and power tools. A wide variety of special tools allow firefighters to complete the

broad range of tasks they encounter. Ranging from a simple screwdriver to complex

hydraulic spreaders and electronic equipment, all firefighters must of a solid

understanding of the use of all these tools.

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Care and maintenance

As in the past, all maintenance and most major repairs are completed in house by fire

department personnel. An increasing amount of highly technical equipment requires a

large amount of time and effort to keep things running. A computerized inventory and

maintenance schedule eases some of the difficulties. In house maintenance provides

better accountability and quality control, reduced overtime and staffing costs from

transferring equipment to service facilities. Significantly less down time and of course

very large cost savings. Despite the effort, recently some repairs are being sent out

because of the increasing complexity of the repair and the limited time available because

of quickly increasing run volume.

Maintenance includes, oil and filter changes, chassis lubes, air filter, fuel filters, coolant

and supplemental coolant additive schedules, brake service, tire rotations.

Repairs. Most repairs are completed in the fire station. Once again this improves

operations and cost savings through reduced expenses and overtime. Examples of repairs

are air and fluid leaks, chassis repairs, electrical and computer repairs, brake repairs, fire

pumps, accident damage and any other break downs or failures. In station repairs have

included paint and body work to engine repairs. In some situations repairs are sent out, as

in warranty work or when time and tools available are inadequate for the required repair.

Records, all records are computerized; this ensures warranty coverage, reduces missed

service and improves overall efficiency.

Specialized areas. A few fire fighters assist in specific areas to assist with fundamental

tasks. This includes battery checks, flashlights, HVAC filter replacements, maps and first

aid equipment inventory.

Repair shop and related tools, the basic tool inventory of the Greendale Fire Department

provides the basic tools required for service and maintenance work. However, apparatus

and equipment have evolved into very complex pieces of machinery and many times the

department must rely on the DPW and personally owned tools to complete various

maintenance and service tasks. The department is quickly getting to the position of

having to start purchasing specialty hand tools, for example the new ambulances need

specific tools simply to complete basic service work.

Annual Fire pump service testing. Pump testing is performed by an independent outside

contractor. 1500 gallon a minute pumps were difficult for on duty firefighters to test, but

with the addition of two, 2000 gpm pumps, it became impossible with our test equipment

to safely conduct the test. Still maintenance and repairs are necessary to ensure the pumps

pass the annual service testing.

Annual ground and aerial ladder testing. This testing is conducted by an independent

unbiased outside contractor, and helps ensure the reliability and safety of all ground

ladders.

The Greendale Fire Department’s apparatus and equipment provide excellent service to the

community. A considerable amount of hard work, time and dedication goes into maintaining and

repairing it, allowing it to serve the community in a safe and reliable manner. The recent

purchases of a 100’ aerial ladder truck, a new engine and a Chiefs car were a great investment

into the future service capability of the department. Continued service combined with daily,

weekly and periodic checks along with the replacement of one key piece of equipment will help

the fleet continue to serve the Village of Greendale for many years to come.


Russell Weiler, Captain


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2013 Building and Grounds

The Greendale Fire station is located at the corner of Southway and Loomis Road. It was

relocated there from the village center in 1967. This intersection continues to provide a strategic

location to respond to all areas of the village quickly as well as being ideally located to respond to

many other communities for mutual aid.

Fire Department members continue to clean, maintain, upgrade and remodel the Fire station. The

Greendale fire department member’s hard work and dedication have made it possible the

continued service of the station and its grounds at a very economical cost to the Village.

Traditionally firefighters perform a wide variety of work details well beyond their basic job

description; this includes everything from basic daily cleaning to painting, plumbing and

electrical repairs.

As with any property, there was continued work on the exterior and landscape of the

station. Some of this labor is continuous, lawn care, trimming bushes and trees, removing

weeds from planters and replacing mulch in planting areas. During the winter season

snow removal, spreading of salt and seasonal decorations are part of the normal activities.

Repairs to the lawn are completed regularly after damage occurs from snow removal

along the edges of the driveway. Because of the stations central location it is very

important to have the fire station be a visually pleasing representation of the village.

A new 26 by 26 foot concrete slab was poured by contractors next to the out garage, this

slab will be used for special department trainings that require a dedicated location for

hands on training drills and special training props. The props will be made by firefighters

to replicate obstacles and portions of buildings that require use of special tools and

equipment.

The new garden tractor that was purchased in 2011 has really helped improve the fire

departments ability to maintain the lawn with an excellent cut and reduce the time

required. The 20 horsepower 48 inch cut hydrostatic drive John Deere has a full 4 year

warranty and will serve the department for years to come.

Repairs were made to the roof and parapet wall, including tuck pointing and asbestosis

removal around roof drains.

Problems with outdoor lighting proved to be a settling sidewalk that sheared off electrical

service to the lights. The service was dug up and new service reinstalled. The Flag can

now be on display all night and be illuminated.

Maintenance and care of flooring. When possible Firefighters seek assistance from the

Greendale School system to help maintain the tile floors, several times a year, with

assistance from the school maintenance department, floors are stripped and waxed as part

of continuous maintenance.

General repair and maintenance, includes daily cleaning of the station, repairing

plumbing and electrical problems, cleaning and checking vents, filters, exhaust fans, air

compressors, hot water heaters and boilers. The majority of this is completed with on

duty members.

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In 2006 the Fire Department was awarded a grant for the purchase of a Plymovent

vehicle exhaust removal system. This system was installed in early 2007. This system

has been in service for a few years now and has dramatically improved the indoor air

quality, and has improved the health and safety for all who enter the building, another

benefit is no exhaust soot on the freshly painted walls. Like any other mechanical

equipment, it does require periodic maintenance and repairs, on duty members have

completed all service work including filter changes, cleaning and repairs

The demands and expectations from the fire department have grown greatly since the

station was built and we are constantly challenged for new ways to adapt our limited

space to accommodate the requirements. We have added lockers to store medications and

supplies that the paramedic unit needs, and an addition and remodel would solve many of

the space limitations we have. The Gear grid turn out lockers have improved efficiency

and reduced clutter within the station.

The Greendale fire department, the Village Manager and the Village board have been

discussing options concerning the future of the current fire station, requests for bids were

opened up to numerous contractors to prepare a needs analysis for the fire station.

Considerations should include, remodeling, rebuilding and continuing services during the

construction phases. Certainly something will be done within a few years and the

combined efforts of the Department and the Village board will ensure that the station

provides service to the community for many more years to come.

Most of the projects were completed by Fire department personnel. Throughout the year

Firefighters are maintaining their equipment and station in ways well beyond what most

occupations involve. Their efforts are not alone however; the department of public works and the

Greendale Public Schools provide valuable resources when needed. The combined efforts of all

members keep the departments building and grounds looking good and operational to serve the

community year after year.


Russell Weiler, Captain


Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus

The Greendale Fire Department uses the Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus(SCBA) every time

we enter a possible contaminated atmosphere. We use the Firehawk model that is manufactured

by Mine Safety Appliances(MSA). Our SCBA's were purchased in 2013 from a shared Grant

with several surrounding communities. These SCBA's should be in service until the year 2027.

All Airpacks are inspected regularly, all bottles receive hydrostatic testing and all members receive

individual quantitative fit testing to ensure proper sizing and seals.

Current Firehawk Airpack Inventory

Engine 4 5 Firehawk Units

Engine 402 5 Firehawk Units

Ambulance 404 2 Firehawk Units

Ambulance 405 2 Firehawk Units

Truck 4 6 Firehawk Units

Total in Station 20 Total Firehawk Units

Current H-30SL 4500 PSI Bottle Inventory

Engine 4 11 4500psi Carbon Fiber Cylinders

Engine 402 10 4500psi Carbon Fiber Cylinders

Ambulance 404 2 4500psi Carbon Fiber Cylinders

Ambulance 405 2 4500psi Carbon Fiber Cylinders

Truck 4 14 4500psi Carbon Fiber Cylinders

Spares in Station 7 4500psi Carbon Fiber Cylinders

Total in Station 46 Total Bottle Inventory

Current Facepiece Inventory

Engine 4 2 M7 Facepiece Air Mask

Engine 402 1 M7 Facepiece Air Mask

Ambulance 404 0 M7 Facepiece Air Mask

Ambulance 405 0 M7 Facepiece Air Mask

Truck 4 2 M7 Facepiece Air Mask

Spares in Station 10 M7 Facepiece Air Mask

Assigned to Staff 19 M7 Facepiece Air Mask

Total in Station 34 Total Facepieces

Respectfully Submitted,

Lieutenant Kyle Kierzek


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Documents

2013 Annual Report - Greendale