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Hartford Fire Headquarters 253 High St. Hartford, CT 06103
CITY OF HARTFORD FIRE DEPARTMENT Annual Report – 2016
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The City of Hartford Fire Department is committed to preventing and minimizing the loss of life and property through incident stabilization and mitigation with the delivery of professional, high quality, efficient emergency fire, rescue and emergency medical service, fire prevention, public response as a regional partner for the protection of the residents, business community and visitors to the City of Hartford and its region.
We the members of the Hartford Fire Department, in order to carry out our mission, do hereby commit to these core values;
When responding to emergency situations within the many communities that call upon us, we are always respectful and empathetic towards those we serve.
In our daily interactions, we are focused on maintaining a courteous and friendly atmosphere built on a foundation of open communications.
We are accountable as the providers of emergency services and perform our duties with courage, gratitude, pride, and a positive attitude.
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Five years from now, the Hartford Fire Department will be recognized as an
ISO Class 1 and Internationally Accredited Fire Department which is committed to
delivering quality services to our community.
Our organizational culture will reflect an honest and respectful team
atmosphere nurtured by open internal communication processes providing greater
information sharing and involvement in decisions to accomplish our mission. Our
workforce will strive to improve recruitment and retention, standardize training in
diverse skills sets, expand our public education initiatives and promote career
development at all levels in the department. Our dedicated and well-trained
members will convey enthusiasm in our commitment to excellence by
demonstrating courteous, friendly, and empathetic delivery of services to all those
living, working, or visiting in our community.
Our leadership and workforce will hold one another accountable for applying
organizational values, while continuously striving to reach our goals. Emphasis will
be placed upon gaining consensus and ownership with organizational issues
thereby assuring a healthy work environment and member job satisfaction.
We will effectively manage our physical resources and explore all
opportunities to implement new and better utilized technology to improve the
quality of support and operational services, all while expending time and energy
towards developing the best strategies for continued improvement.
In honoring our community’s trust, we are committed to providing effective,
efficient, fiscally-responsible service while demonstrating courage, gratitude, and
pride. We will expand our external information initiatives so that our priorities,
philosophy and operations are clearly understood by our community members. By
proactively identifying our evolving community risks, and the dynamic demands of
those risks, we will improve our response capabilities while implementing resource
and deployment strategies carrying the best interest of our community in
accomplishing our mission.
Our vision, through these efforts, is to continuously improve as an
organization, and to consistently meet or exceed the expectations of the members
and community of Hartford.
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Message from the Chief 6
Fiscal Budget 7
Emergency Services Division 8-13
Support Services 14
Executive Office 15
Employee Assistance Program 16
Community Risk Reduction Division 17-22
Training Division 23-26
Fire Alarm Communication Technology Division 27-28
Equipment Maintenance Division 29-33
Management Services Division 34
Community Engagement 35
Promotions 36-38
Retirements 39-40
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“I don’t expect perfection. That is unrealistic…..I do;
however, expect the pursuance of excellence in any and
everything that we do. Through our reinvigorated emphasis
on structure, organization, and discipline, we are
reinforcing the principles and values that have made our
department great and will ensure that we continue to be
great.”
- Reginald D. Freeman, Fire Chief
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I am pleased to present the Hartford Fire Department’s 2016 Annual Report. 2016 marks my
first year as Fire Chief for our prestigious and storied department which I am honored to have the
privilege of leading. The Hartford Fire Department is an Insurance Services Office Class I rated
department which was the first in New England to earn the coveted designation on February 1, 1991.
In 2016, there were only 68 out of 30,000 fire departments in the United States that held this Class I
rating; only two of those 68 were from the state of Connecticut. Your Class I rating means that you
pay the lowest insurance premium that is possible for your residency and place of business due to
the second to none efforts of your fire department and public works employees. Secondly, the
department is striving towards continuous improvement by making decisions based on data. This is
accomplished by analyzing data sets that are presented through our FIRESTAT program which is a
performance management matrix uniquely designed for and by the Hartford Fire Department. The
management of data sets is critically important especially taking into consideration that we
experienced our busiest year in our 153 years of existence in 2016 with a total of 27,267calls for
service.
Another key initiative that was championed in 2016 was the mandatory participation of live
fire training by all members of the department. This is the first time that this has been accomplished
in our department in a number of years. We have also restructured our in service proficiency training
program, signed numerous Memorandums of Understating that has contributed to the betterment of
our department, and finally, completed the department’s first professional development program.
Furthermore, the department continues to use ingenuity to develop and maintain strong regional ties
in an effort to protect residents, visitors and stakeholders of the state’s capital city. We continue to
offer mutual aid to our neighbors as well as host training opportunities which we graciously invite
our regional partners to when there is an opportunity to do so. 2016 was a challenging year for us
all; however, the brave and heroic men and women of Hartford Fire Department met these challenges
head on and consistently performed exceptionally well for the citizens and visitors of our beloved
city. As we move forward in 2017, your dedicated and steadfast fire fighters join me in embracing
the challenges that we may be faced with throughout this year. Please feel free to contact my office if
you should have any questions or comments that pertain to your fire department. Thank you and be
safe.
Sincerely,
Reginald D. Freeman 37th Chief of Department City of Hartford
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Under Supervision by the Assistant Fire Chief of Emergency Services Darren
Hudson, the Division is responsible for delivering the core services of Fire
Suppression, Emergency Medical Services, Technical Rescue and Hazardous
Materials response. These services are performed by seventeen (17) companies
which consist of eleven (11) engine companies, five (5) ladder companies, and one
(1) tactical unit. Each company has a geographic first due area of responsibility.
The City is divided into two districts which are called Fire District 1 and Fire District
2. Each District is supervised by a Deputy Fire Chief and they are assigned a Deputy
Fire Chief’s Aide. These services are maintained 24 hours a day with four rotating
shifts of suppression personnel working a twenty- four (24) hour shift.
Four Year Comparison
2013 2014
2015 2016
Total Incidents
23,054 22,196 23,829 27,267
Fire Incidents
585 566 702 760
EMS Incidents
16,433 15,563 16,797 19,499
Civilian Fire Deaths
2 2 2 1
Civilian Fire Injuries
9 9 3 16
Firefighter Deaths
0 1 0 0
Firefighter Injuries
58 42 43 23
Fire Loss
$4,870,973 $6,312,244 $7,569,294 $4,833,272
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Geographical Information
First Line
Apparatus Summary
11 Engines 5 Ladders
1 Heavy Rescue 1 Marine Unit
1 Rehabilitation Unit 1 Hazmat Trailer
1 Decontamination Unit 1 Fire Investigation Unit
The Hartford Fire Department (HFD)
provides Fire and Emergency services to the
City of Hartford, Connecticut. These services
are provided by the 250 career personnel
who staff 17 Fire Companies which are
distributed throughout the City in 12
stations. The HFD is an ISO Class 1 rated
agency, consistently working to achieve the
highest level of professionalism and
efficiency on behalf of those it serves and is
currently pursuing accreditation through the
Commission on Fire Accreditation
International (CFAI).
Population Square Miles
City of Hartford 125,211 18.4
Hartford Metro Area 879,835 735.4
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Engine Company 1 Engine 1, Ladder 6
197 Main Street Total Runs: 6,562
Engine Company 2 Engine 2, District 2 1515 Main Street Total Runs: 7,315
Station 12 TAC Unit, District 1
275 Pearl St Total Runs: 8,858
Engine Company 5 Engine 5
129 Sigourney St Total Runs: 3,836
Engine Company 8 Engine 8
721 Park St Total Runs: 3,488
Engine Company 7 Engine 7, Ladder 3
181 Clark St Total Runs: 4,375
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Engine Company 9
Engine 9 655 New Britain Ave
Total Runs: 1,438
Engine Company 10 Engine 10
510 Franklin Ave Total Runs: 2,624
Engine Company 11 Engine 11, Ladder 5
150 Sisson Ave Total Runs: 5,759
Engine Company 14 Engine 14, Ladder 4
25 Blue Hills Ave Total Runs: 4,739
Engine Company 15 Engine 15, Ladder 2
8 Fairfield Ave Total Runs: 4,856
Engine Company 16 Engine 16
636 Blue Hills Ave Total Runs: 1,127
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Under the Supervision of Frank P. Costello, the Assistant Fire Chief of Support
Services, this division provides support for the delivery of Emergency Services,
Training, Prevention, Education, Communications, Technology, Finance, and
Apparatus & Equipment Maintenance. Additional duties include Grants
management, Accreditation and Insurance Services Office Compliance and lastly,
labor relations & personnel management.
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Executive Office
The Executive Office is a vital and
necessary feature of the Fire Chief’s office.
This office engages in duties and functions
that vary in nature and require an in-
depth understanding of the Fire
Department.
This office is also responsible for
the procurement and dissemination of all
uniforms, protective clothing, and firefighting equipment required by the
organization. The Executive Office is responsible for providing for the “day-to-day”
maintenance of the firehouses as well as the re-supply of all necessary supplies.
Furthermore, there is constant collaboration between the Executive Office
and with the Management Services Unit. We are instrumental in determining the
budget needs of the department in the following areas: uniforms, maintenance
needs, contractor services, protective equipment. The Executive Office is involved
with the “bidding” process necessary for the procurement of these items through
the purchasing procedures that are mandated by the City.
Lastly, this office acts as the official Public Information Officer for the
department which disseminates and distributes information to all media outlets.
Current and future projects that are being worked on by the Executive Office:
Successfully oversaw a kitchen upgrade and quality of life enhancement at fire station 11
Worked in conjunction with house captains and Pest control vendor to eliminate and/or reduce the number of rodents in the workplace.
Streamlined the number of HVAC and plumbing vendors to ensure quality of work and consistency in work performance.
Secured “Capital Improvement” money for the repair of a retaining wall in the basement of Engine 15.
Ensured that preventive maintenance was completed on boilers and furnaces in October and November so that HVAC systems were running efficiently prior to the winter months.
With assistance from Special Services and the Office of the Chief, have increased the amount of followers on social media
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Employee Assistance Program
The Employee Assistance Program office works in conjunction with Pathways
EAP, our contracted EAP Provider. Our function is to address and administer
assistance to employees and family members of the Hartford Fire Department in any
problems and concerns that may affect job performance or well-being. Examples of
these may comprise of, but not be limited to: Substance Abuse and Addiction,
Gambling, Marital Problems, Child Concerns, Finance, and Grief Counseling.
Additionally, EAP addresses Critical Incident exposure as Peer and Clinical Support
and provides counseling with Pathways in the form of defusing, debriefing, or any
other means recommended by the responding clinical staff from Pathways,
depending on the incident.
As the Ryan White Officer for the Hartford Fire Department, this office
responds to incidents or facilities that department members may have been exposed
to possible harmful substances. This is to insure that Federal and State mandates
are followed and adhered to by healthcare facilities in regards to providing
pertinent information about the substance in question and offering treatment if
warranted.
Other duties of this office include coordinating and implementing the OSHA
mandated physical examinations for department members. These include an exam
for rank and file Members to be conducted by the member’s personal physician in a
time span determined by the examining physician, no less than every three years.
Also, for approximately ninety department members that are certified Hazardous
Material Technicians, OSHA mandates that an annual physical examination is
conducted. These are completed through our occupational health office at St. Francis
hospital. Furthermore, this office manages the required annual tuberculosis
screening for department members, as well as the optional influenza inoculations
for not only our members, but their families as well.
The overall goal of the EAP coordinator is to promote well-being and a safe,
healthy, and fulfilling career to the membership of the Hartford Fire Department.
Both on the job, but also at home as well.
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Community Risk Reduction Division
The goal of the Community Risk Reduction Division (CRRD) is to prevent and
minimize the loss of life and property from fire and other emergencies through
comprehensive inspection/code enforcement, engineering, education, and
investigations that are reflective of the mission of the Hartford Fire Department.
To accomplish our goal, CRRD is comprised of two units, the Fire Marshal's Office (FMO) that consists of a Fire Marshal, two Deputy Fire Marshal’s, and six Fire Prevention Lieutenants as well as the Special Services Unit (SSU) which is comprised of two Lieutenants.
INSPECTIONS/CODE ENFORCEMENT
The Fire Marshal and his designees are required by State Law to inspect all buildings within their jurisdiction based upon the Inspection Schedule set forth in the Ct. General Statues 29-291 and 29-292 and also the Department of Public Safety Regulations 29-291-7 and 29-292-7e. For the year of 2016, the FMO conducted over 3,500 inspections.
To accomplish this, the FMO personnel utilized numerous documents
including but not limited to the CT. State Fire Code with CT. Amendments, the CT.
Fire Prevention Code, and other Regulatory Codes adopted by the Department of
Public Safety. Personnel are trained and certified by the State of CT. Department of
Public Safety in Code Enforcement and by NFPA 1031, Professional Qualifications of
Fire Inspector and are continually attending classes to maintain this certification
and knowledge of the Codes as they relate to Fire and Life Safety.
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ENGINEERING
Within the Engineering portion,
members of the FMO conduct plan reviews of
new and existing buildings that are either
being built or renovated to ensure that
submitted documents conform to the
appropriate Fire and Life Safety Codes.
Members of the FMO work closely with the
members Department of Licenses and
Inspections (L&I) to ensure code compliance.
FMO personnel will also include and meet with members of the Suppression
Division to ensure that they are aware of new construction projects and renovations
to existing buildings and that any potential operational needs are addressed in the
event of an emergency.
Upon completion of the work, members of the FMO will witness operational
acceptance testing on all Fire and Life Safety Systems to ensure proper operational
function in the event of an emergency.
HAZARDOUS MATERIALS AND EXPLOSIVES
Hazardous materials inspections such as service
stations, temporary heating installations, and fuel oil tank
vehicles are inspected to ensure compliance with the
appropriate State Regulations.
The FMO also approves permits for the use of
explosives, pyrotechnic, and firework displays in
accordance with State regulations and statues and in
accordance with NFPA 1124 and 1126.
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Members will conduct site inspections
of pyrotechnics and fireworks to ensure
proper distances from the audiences are met
and that the set-up, storage and display are
compliant and will remain on site until these
displays are over.
Explosive permits are granted to a
select few companies that conduct work in the
City Of Hartford. The main purpose is to clean
and remove build-up of debris within a large
furnace used for trash to energy.
INVESTIGATIONS
The members of the FMO are
trained and certified by the Department
of Public Safety in accordance with NFPA
1033, Professional Qualifications of Fire
Investigators and NFPA 921, Guide to Fire
and Explosion Investigations to
determining origin and cause of fires and
explosions.
Members conduct investigations of all
fires that occur in the City of Hartford and put in
writing their findings on the origin and cause of
these fires. These reports are critical in
determining whether the performance
measures set by the Chief of the Department are
being met, whether additional types of Public
Education are required to reduce the numbers
of fires and injuries, and for the potential of
product recalls.
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Four Detectives of the Hartford Police Department’s Major Crimes Unit are
trained and certified in investigations. These detectives supplement the Fire
Investigation program.
Their primary role is to conduct criminal investigations if the fire or
explosion is determined to be incendiary or intentional in nature. For the year 2016,
several individuals were arrested on arson related charges.
Also assisting the program if needed is
members of the CT. State Fire Marshal’s Office
Investigation and Enforcement Unit. These are
sworn State Troopers with Origin and Cause
determination and also have 4 trained
accelerant detection canines. These canines
have the ability to locate areas where
flammable or combustible liquids have been
used to increase the fire’s destructive
capability.
EXPLORER PROGRAM
This is a worksite-based program
for young men and women who are
between the age of 14 and 20 years
old. The Hartford Fire Explorer Post helps
youth gain insight into a variety of
programs that offer hands-on career
activities for young men and women who
are interested in careers in the field of fire
service. Exploring offers experiential
learning with lots of fun filled hands-on
activities. This helps to promote the
growth and development of adolescent
youth. The Hartford Fire Explorer Post #1
is a program sponsored by the Hartford
Fire Department and the Boy Scouts of America.
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PUBLIC EDUCATION
Within the CRRD, the SSU delivers the “public fire and life safety” component
to the community. This unit is comprised of one Captain and two Lieutenants.
This Unit’s mission is to conduct various types of
Public Safety presentations at schools, day-cares,
elderly housing, and public events for fire prevention
and injury reduction. In 2016, the SSU reached a total of
52,685 adults and 38,689 children.
Programs delivered are the “Learn Not to Burn”
curriculum, “Be Cool about Fire Safety”, from Allstate
Insurance, the “Risk Watch Injury Reduction Safety
Program”, E.D.I.T.H Program for children and
“Remembering When” and lastly, “Mas Vale Prevenir
Que Lamentar Programs” for seniors.
Our public education program is also delivered by station visits by school
children who meet the men and women of the Fire Department.
The SSU also assists the public with car seat and smoke detector installations.
In 2016, 121 car seats and 1,133 smoke detectors were installed.
Another education component is the
annual Fire Prevention Poster Contest in which
winners from the 5th and 6th grades are chosen
to be finalists for the “State of Connecticut Fire
Prevention Calendar.”
Along with public education, this unit
also handles those young adults and children
identified as Juvenile Firesetters. Those
identified during fire investigations as starting
fires are referred to them for education about fire setting and the consequences of
those actions.
Along with the educational component, members of the SSU also assist
residents who have been displaced by fires. They coordinate with the American Red
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Cross to ensure that those displaced receive temporary housing, food and a clothes
voucher. In 2016, the SSU assisted in relocating 215 families consisting of 358 adults
and 144 children.
CADET PROGRAM
The division also oversees our cadet
program who range in age from 18 to 24 and
must be enrolled in a college program. Cadets
are trained in basic firefighting to prepare
them for upcoming recruit classes. At this time
there are six cadets enrolled in the program.
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Training Division
The Training Division is comprised of a Deputy Chief, two Captains and four
Lieutenants. The Training Division assures that all department members possess
the knowledge and skills necessary to safely and effectively fulfill the mission of the
Hartford Fire Department. To accomplish this, the Training Division is divided into
two units, E.M.S. (emergency medical services) and Fire. Each section of the training
division is supervised by a Captain and supported by two Lieutenants. In 2016 the
Training Division presented 1,689 classes for a total of 2,710 personnel trained.
FIRE UNIT
The Fire Unit is headed by a
Captain and has two (2) permanently
assigned lieutenants to help oversee
operations of the unit. They are
responsible for Officer Training, Drivers
Training, and other specialized training
such as Confined Space Rescue, Rapid
Intervention Training, High-Rise
Training, Live Fire, Swimming, and Boat
training.
E.M.S UNIT
The Emergency Medical Services
Training unit is headed by a Captain
with two (2) permanently assigned
lieutenants. They are responsible for
providing the initial and continuing
education necessary to maintain the State of Connecticut’s Department of Health’s
certifications for Emergency Medical Responder (EMR) for all department members.
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Live Fire
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New Lieutenant Training
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Rules of Engagement Firefighter
Fules of Engagement Company…
Swimming
Pak Tracker for SCBA
EMS Protocol Training
Train the Trainer for Bail Out Kits
Fire Instructor 1 Training
Alernative Fuel Vehicles Training
Total Personnel Trained by Subject for Year 2016
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TRAINING FACILITY/TRAINING GROUNDS
The training facility includes a natural gas emergency field, a pump house and
cistern, a six story training tower, a two and half story live burn building, flash-over
simulator, roof simulator, and an administrative building. The training facilities are
utilized extensively year round for various types of training by the Hartford Fire
Department and outside agencies.
ADMINISTRATIVE BUILDING
This building is used by the Training
Division staff to perform their daily duties. It
includes office space, classrooms,
shower/locker room facilities, EMS storage
space, and four (4) storage trailers used to
house various training equipment. The
grounds are also able to accommodate a
static course for driver’s training.
BURN BUILDING
Our burn building is two and a half
stories with an attic and a full basement. We
are able to burn class A combustibles in the
basement, first and second floors only. The
basement and second floor has the same layout,
one large open space with two means of
entrance and egress, while the first floor has
seven (7) rooms to allow for a wide variety of
training opportunities. The building was
renovated in 2016
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TRAINING TOWER
Our tower is a six story masonry structure with a fire escape which we use to simulate high rise emergency operations and as a physical conditioning tool. The various opening on each floor gives us the versatility to perform other training evolutions. In 2016 a new fire escape was installed and repairs inside the tower were made. ROOF SIMULATOR
The roof simulator is a wooden structure
which has a replaceable cutout section that allows
the training staff to conduct roof operations
training in a relatively controlled and safe
environment.
GAS FIELD
Our gas field is designed for us
to simulate several different gas
emergencies. The gas field in 2016
was repaired and certified by
Connecticut Natural Gas.
PUMP HOUSE AND CISTERN
This structure is mainly used to conduct
yearly hose testing and apparatus pump
testing. The cistern is also used to conduct
confined space rescue training.
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FLASHOVER SIMULATOR
The Flashover Simulator is a two level
metal container where firefighters can enter and
experience the conditions leading up to and
including a fire behavioral event called Flashover
under controlled conditions.
MULTI-PURPOSE TRAINING SIMULATOR
Built in 2016, the Multi-Purpose building is used for a
variety of training revolutions such as Search and Rescue,
Confined Space training, Live Fire, Forcible Entry, Ladder
Operations, etc.
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Fire Alarm Communications & Technology Division
The Fire Alarm Communication & Technology (FACT) Division supports the
Fire Department’s Emergency Services and Support Services Divisions through
state-of-the-art technology. The Division is a critical component of the Department’s
ability to maintain its Class 1 rating to achieve its next goal, to obtain the coveted
status as an accredited agency from the Commission on Fire Accreditation
International. The Division has evolved from its early days as linemen running fire
alarm cable to maintaining fire alarm circuits that protect hospitals, schools, and
apartment buildings. The Division maintains all department computers including
mobile data computers in the apparatus. The Division maintains the department’s
automatic vehicle-locating programs (AVL) with GPS, and the Firehouse® Software
records management system. The Division is staffed by 3 people: Superintendent,
and 2 technicians to maintain Fire Suppression Equipment, Fire Alarm Radio Master
Boxes, Traffic Signals, and Computer Support.
FIRE ALARM MAINTENANCE
The Fire Alarm portion of our duties include; 166 buildings with Radio
Master Boxes that we supervise, assist with installation, repair and testing of the
Radio Master Box System. We provide administrative, supervision, installation,
repair and testing of emergency dispatch alarm transmission and reception systems,
which include primary fire house alert system, and printers. The Division interfaces
with Emergency Services & Telecommunications to maintain department radios.
The Division supports the KNOX-BOX® Rapid Entry System providing non-
destructive emergency access to commercial and residential property.
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TRAFFIC SIGNAL MAINTENANCE
The Division’s duties include;
administration, supervision, installation,
programming, repair and testing of traffic
systems: 270 traffic intersections containing
traffic signal controller and traffic signals,
pedestrian signals, video vehicle- detection
cameras, microwave vehicle detectors, in-
pavement vehicle detectors and
underground and aerial traffic interconnect
cables between each traffic intersection and
the central computer. In 2016, FACT
responded to 1,171 traffic complaints.
The Division is responsible for Hartford's traffic systems by marking the
location of underground utilities for contractors using the "Call Before You Dig"
Program. Over 3,300 “Call Before You Dig” requests were reviewed in 2016.
COMPUTER SYSTEMS
The maintenance of computer systems has many elements, from the
traditional desktop and laptop service to Mobile Data Computers (MDC.). In 2016,
84 new personal computers were installed, 4 new servers were commissioned into
service and a change in wireless configuration saved the City over $3,000.00.
In each fire apparatus is a mobile data computer with a preloaded map of the
city. The map will automatically identify the exact building as soon as the call is
generated to dispatch, displaying an aerial image of the building, building number,
hazardous materials, hydrants, water mains, and speed bumps. Furthermore, for the
year 2016, firefighters now have the capability to access Firehouse® Software.
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Equipment Maintenance Division
The Equipment Maintenance Division maintains fire department apparatus,
tools and technologies. The Division reduces apparatus down time through a
preventive maintenance program. The Equipment Maintenance Division maintains
the Department’s non-personnel resources in a constant state of readiness, and
provides support to the departments Emergency Services and Support Services
Divisions.
DIVISION OVERVIEW The Equipment Maintenance Division
performs maintenance on the Fire Department
apparatus, support vehicles, Self-Contained
Breathing Apparatus, roof and chain saws,
firefighting equipment, fire hose and nozzles,
lawn care equipment, firehouse generators and
fire apparatus fueling stations.
Duties include filling of Oxygen cylinders, Self-
Contained Breathing Apparatus cylinders and
servicing of department fire extinguishers. The
Division responds to emergency scenes to provide
support or assistance as needed.
FIRE EQUIPMENT MECHANIC
The Fire Equipment Superintendent, Supervisor
and 4 Mechanics hold certifications and training in
Self-contained Breathing Apparatus Maintenance and
Overhaul (SCBA), Emergency Vehicle Technician (EVT), Automotive Service
Excellence (ASE), Hybrid Batteries and Energy Management, Regenerative braking
and High Voltage Accessories, Hale Pump Service and Maintenance/ Repair, State of
Connecticut Fire Academy Basic Pump Testing, Pierce Chassis and Ferrara Electrical
Systems, Cairns Helmet repairs Fleet Pro Air Brake System and Haldex Air Brake
Inspector. Requirements placed on the division are that all personnel are
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knowledgeable in pluming, electronics, welding and fabrication, hydraulics, and the
ability to see problems with equipment and determine if or what repair is needed.
FIRE HOSE AND GROUND LADDER REPAIR AND TESTING
The Shop supervises yearly fire hose and
ground ladder testing. The hose testing is
mandated under NFPA 1962 Standard for the
Inspection, Care, and Use of Fire Hose,
Couplings, and Nozzles and the Service Testing
of Fire Hose.
The Standard for Ladder testing is
NFPA 1932 Standard on use, Maintenance, and
Service Testing of In-Service Fire Department
Ground Ladders. All ground ladder and fire
hose repairs are performed by the EMD and
retested before being put back in service.
AERIAL TOWER LADDER
Aerial ladder testing is mandated by
NFPA 1914 Standard for Testing. Fire
Department Aerial Devices. The annual testing
is performed by a third-party outside licensed
vendor. The EMD personnel are trained by the
Sutphen Corp. and perform major repairs.
There are only 6 fire department repair shops
given this authority.
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ANNUAL PUMP TESTING
All Fire Department apparatus with fire pumps are under a required
mandated annual pump test. The mandate for testing is NFPA 1911 Standard for the
Inspection, Maintenance, Testing, and Retirement of In-Service Automotive Fire
Apparatus. The required mandate is performed by the EMD.
SELF-CONTAINED BREATHING APPARATUS (SCBA)
All of the Fire Department and Police Bomb Squad’s SCBA are maintained by
EMD. Maintenance and testing is done annually. The SCBA maintenance is
mandated by NFPA 1981 Standard on Open-Circuit Self-Contained Breathing
Apparatus (SCBA) for Emergency Service. EMD personnel are certified in overhaul,
maintenance and repair.
FIT TESTING SCBA AND HEPA
OSHA Standards 1910 Appendix A to1910.134: Fit
Testing Procedures mandate how and when fit testing is
performed. The EMD performs all annual HEPA and SCBA
fitting. The fit testing is performed in the shop or on the
road using a mobile testing vehicle. The testing is performed
on all uniformed fire department personnel and Hartford
Police Bomb Squad members.
RESCUE EQUIPMENT
The Department’s rescue equipment is made up of Hurst Power units, “O”
cutters, spreaders, power rams and confined space rescue equipment. The rescue
equipment is carried on the tower ladders and the Tactical Unit. All rescue
equipment is maintained by the EMD.
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FRONT LINE APPARATUS
The Division maintains a front line
fleet of 11 pumpers, 5 tower ladders, 1
heavy rescue and 2 district cars. The goal
of the division is to keep the fleet up and
ready to perform 24/7 365 days a year.
With the net value of the front line at
$8,660,000.00 the responsibly is the
number one task for the division.
SECONDARY FLEET
The Fire Department has a secondary fleet of 2 pumpers, 2 tower ladders, 1
heavy rescue and 1 district SUV. The secondary fleet is used to replace the first line
fleet as it is removed from service for scheduled maintenance; break downs,
accidents and shorts term change over for unscheduled repairs.
RESERVE FLEET
2 pumper, 1 tower ladder, 1 district SUV and the secondary heavy rescue
make up the reserve fleet. The apparatus is fully stocked and ready to be put into
service. The fleet’s main function is for call back of personnel for additional man
power in the event of long term incidents and mutual aid task force. The fleet is also
used for special events and short term overtime.
SPECIALIZED RESPONSE VEHICLES
The fleet of specialized equipment is maintained by the EMD as well. The fleet
is made up of a Firefighter Rehabilitation Unit, Mass Decontamination Trailer and
Prime Mover, K3500 GMC pick-up used to pull the State owned Foam trailer, Sea-
Ark fire rescue boat with a 500 gpm fire pump and a Freightliner M2106 used to
pull the Haz-Mat trailer.
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SUPPORT VEHICLES
The Departments Support Fleet consist of 23 SUVs, 4 full size sedans, 3
pickups, 2 box trucks, 5 vans, 2 bucket trucks, 1 platform truck and 5 small and mid-
size sedans. The shop maintains the fleet through its Preventive Maintenance
program. The vehicles are serviced every 6 months and oil changed at 3,000 to
5,000 miles. All fabrication and outfitting of special equipment has been installed by
the shop.
EMS/SPECIAL EVENT VEHICLES
The Department has 5 special event
Kawasaki 610 mules ATV’s. 4 of the mules are
outfitted with warning lights car horns and
spotlights. The mules are tracked by AVL/GIS;
the 4 have a designation named EMS-1, EMS-2,
EMS-3, and EMS-4. The fifth mule is assigned to
the FMO office and is used for vendor inspection
at large events.
REHAB VEHICLE
The current rehab bus in service is a
1985 International school bus with 225,000
miles. The EMD has acquired a 2001 Thomas
school bus to replace the current bus. The
outfitting and all fabrication of equipment will
be performed by EMD personnel. The
fabrication of seating, counter space and
cabinets is a time consuming job but very cost
effective. The projected date for completion is
winter 2017. Estimated cost for project
$22,000.
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Strategic Planning Division
The Strategic Planning Unit serves as the financial operations center for the department; this unit is responsible for scheduling and time tracking for the purpose of payroll, budget management and data analysis. Long term strategic initiatives, seeking and managing grants and general department information fall within the scope of this unit as well. Accounts receivable, accounts payable, requisitions, personnel actions and worker's compensation cases are handled by the two civilian employees. The unit is overseen by a Captain; they provide support to the departments’ emergency and support services programs.
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Interaction with Public Agencies
The Hartford Fire Department interacts with numerous public and private
agencies while providing daily operations. Public interaction includes contact with
government officials. Contacts include but not limited to Hartford Police
Department, Public Works, Health & Human Services, Department of Emergency
Management Homeland Security, Capital Region Council of Governments, Alcohol
Tobacco and Firearms, and National Fire Protection Agency.
Interaction with Private Agencies
The department interacts with numerous private agencies, local businesses,
neighborhood groups, schools, churches, civic associations, Hospitals, the Salvation
Army, and the American Red Cross.
Community Emergency Response Team Making Strides Against Breast Cancer
The Hartford Insurance Group during Fire Prevention Week
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Promotions
Rank Name Promoted to
Captain Garrahy, Thomas District Chief
Captain Dempsey, Michael District Chief
Captain Ericson, Brendan District Chief
Captain Russo, Alfred District Chief
Captain Tulier, Harry District Chief
Captain Dalton, Thomas District Chief
Rank Name Promoted
To
Firefighter Kureczka, David Lieutenant
Firefighter St. Pierre,
Randal Lieutenant
Firefighter Lasalle, Brian Lieutenant
Firefighter Carter, Roman Lieutenant
Firefighter Ruggerio, Mark Lieutenant
Firefighter Sharkevich,
Gary Lieutenant
Firefighter Morgan, Ramon Lieutenant
Firefighter Cafazzo, John Lieutenant
Firefighter Mitchell, Lamar Lieutenant
Firefighter Arroyo, Luis Lieutenant
Firefighter Ouellette, Thomas
Lieutenant
Firefighter Barco, Jason Lieutenant
Firefighter Diaz, Jason Lieutenant
Firefighter Nickson, Travon Lieutenant
Ladder Driver Pagan, Gerardo Lieutenant
Ladder Driver Salvador, Luis Lieutenant
Ladder Driver Stevens, Daniel Lieutenant
Pump Operator
Guglietta, John Lieutenant
Pump Operator
Joiner, Kevin Lieutenant
Pump Operator
Rodriguez, Valentin
Lieutenant
Pump Operator
Lewis, Terrell Lieutenant
Pump Operator
Orozco, Johnny Lieutenant
Rank Name Promoted To
PO Mann, Henry DC/Aide
Rank Name Promoted To
Lieutenant Tenney, Ian Captain
Lieutenant Fierravanti, Rocco Captain
Lieutenant Guertin, Adam Captain
Lieutenant Patrissi, Richard Captain
Lieutenant Ortiz, Raul Captain
Lieutenant Healis, Anthony Captain
Lieutenant Kowal, Kenneth Captain
Lieutenant Barco, Rodney Captain
Lieutenant Nolan, John Captain
Lieutenant Murray, Dennis Captain
Lieutenant Cunningham, Scott Captain
Lieutenant Lupoli, Ryan Captain
Lieutenant Training
Vazquez, Alberto Captain
To District Chiefs
To Captains
To Lieutenant
To Captains
To Deputy Chief Aide
To Captains
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Promotions
Rank Name Promoted To
Firefighter Stevens, Daniel Ladder Driver
Firefighter Digiacomo,
Michael Ladder Driver
Firefighter Loura, James Ladder Driver
Firefighter DePercio, Nicholas
Ladder Driver
Pump Operator
Dingle, Desiree Ladder Driver
Pump Operator
Pereira, Joel Ladder Driver
Pump Operator
Sharkevich, Robert
Ladder Driver
Pump Operator
Quirk, Martin Ladder Driver
Pump Operator
Biffle, Henry Ladder Driver
Rank Name Promoted To
Firefighter Closs, Richard Pump
Operator
Firefighter Shapiro, Ashley Pump
Operator
Firefighter Rodriguez,
Valentin Pump
Operator
Firefighter Freeman, Lamont Pump
Operator
Firefighter Bilbraut, Victor Pump
Operator
Firefighter Diaz, Willie Pump
Operator
Firefighter Sanchez, Riqui Pump
Operator
Firefighter Jimenez, Celestino
Pump Operator
Firefighter Eaton, James Pump
Operator
Rank Name Promoted To
Lieutenant Fire
Marshal Sheriff, Ewan
Captain Fire Marshal
Rank Name Promoted To
Lieutenant Training
Sisco, Gerald Captain Training
Rank Name Promoted To
Lieutenant LeConche, Thomas Captain
Executive Officer
Rank Name Promoted To
Lieutenant Strategic Planning
Reily, Daniel Captain
Strategic Planning
To Ladder Driver To Pump Operator
To Captain Fire Marshals To Captain Strategic Planning
To Captain Training Division To Captain Training Division
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Promotions
Rank Name Promoted to
Supervisor FACT
Henry, Christopher
Superintendent FACT
Rank Name Promoted
To
FIREFIGHTER Bolduc, Timothy Lieutenant
Training
Pump Operator
Rodriguez, Valentin
Lieutenant Training
Rank Name Promoted To
Supervisor EMD
Madden, Daniel Superintendent
EMD
Rank Name Promoted to
Mechanic Tarasek, Stephen Supervisor
Rank Name Promoted To
Craig, Shawn Mechanic
EMD
To Lieutenant Training
Division To Superintendent FACT
Division
To Superintendent EMD
Division
To Supervisor EMD Division
To Mechanic EMD Division
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RetireMents
Rank Name Years of Service
Retirement Date
Chief Huertas, Carlos 35+ 1/13/2016
Rank Name Years
of Service
Retirement Date
District Chiefs
Borowski, Theodore
29+ 6/11/2016
District Chiefs
Serpliss, David
29+ 5/21/2016
District Chiefs
Shapiro, Leigh
28+ 6/22/2016
District Chiefs
Guiliano, Anthony
26+ 5/25/2016
District Chiefs
Cooper, Clifton
22+ 6/11/2016
District Chiefs
Towey, Peter
22+ 6/25/2016
Rank Name Years
of Service
Retirement Date
DC/Aide Wright, Terry
21+ 6/11/2016
DC/Aide Mann, Henry
20+ 6/24/2016
Rank Name Years
of Service
Retirement Date
Captain Turner, Frederick
35+ 9/15/2016
Captain Lynch, Helene
29+ 5/27/2016
Captain Partridge, Joseph
26+ 5/9/2016
Captain Cieri, Catharine
21+ 6/22/2016
Captain Fierravanti, Rocco
21+ 5/13/2016
Captain LeConche, Thomas
21+ 5/20/2016
Captain Singleton, Kevin
20+ 1/8/2016
Captain Diaz, Edwin
22 6/8/2016
Chief of the Hartford Fire
Department
Deputy Chiefs Captains
District Chief Aide
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RetireMents
Rank Name Years
of Service
Retirement Date
Firefighters Albert, Levine
35+ 1/30/2016
Firefighters Rivera, Alberto
28+ 6/4/2016
Firefighters Lumis, Arnold
27+ 1/16/2016
Firefighters Sanchez, Enrique
22+ 6/24/2016
Firefighters Vendetta,
Jeffrey 21+ 3/8/2016
Firefighters Marchetti,
Carlo 20+ 5/10/2016
Firefighters Martin, Ralph
17+ 1/15/2016
Rank Name Years of Service
Retirement Date
Ladder Drivers
Cavanaugh, Kurt
33+ 6/6/2016
Ladder Drivers
Depercio, Bruce
22+ 6/14/2016
Ladder Drivers
Jones, Terry
21+ 6/22/2016
Ladder Drivers
Lopez, Edwin
34 6/2/2016
Ladder Drivers
Reidy, Kevin
21+ 6/25/2016
Ladder Drivers
Wallner, Frederick
22+ 6/9/2016
Rank Name Years
of Service
Retirement Date
Pump Operator
Rodriguez, Juan
35+ 6/10/2016
Pump Operator
Hendron, Joseph
29+ 6/11/2016
Pump Operator
Squiers, Matthew
26+ 6/11/2016
Pump Operator
Carneiro, Eric
22+ 6/10/2016
Pump Operator
Walsh, Mark
21+ 6/17/2016
Pump Operator
Watrous, John
15+ 5/25/2016
Rank Name Years of Service
Retirement Date
Superintendent Smith,
Michael 20+ 6/24/2016
Rank Name Years of Service
Retirement Date
Senior Clerk
Jackson, Serena 33+ 6/24/2016
Firefighters
Ladder Drivers
Pump Operators Superintendent of Equipment
Maintenance Division
Senior Clerk Typist
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“WE MAY NOT BE
THE BEST……BUT
THERE IS NO ONE BETTER.”
- Francis Zazzaro, Retired Hartford Firefighter
1955-1980 (Engine 4 & Engine 10)
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Mayor
Luke A. Bronin
Chief Operating Officer
Bonnie J. Malley
Fire Chief
Reginald D. Freeman
Assistant Chief
Frank P. Costello
Assistant Chief
Darren Hudson
Executive Office
Captain Raul Ortiz
Division Heads
Fire Marshal Roger Martin, Fire Prevention
Division
Deputy Chief William Kerr, Training Division
Superintendent Christopher Henry,
Fire Alarm Comm. Tech. Division
Superintendent Daniel Madden,
Equipment Maintenance Division
Emergency Services and Support Services
The Men and Women of the Hartford Fire
Department
Editing By
Fire Alarm Comm. Tech. Leandro E. Cieri
Jim Peruta: Jim Peruta has been
involved with fire photography for
over 35 years. Over the years he has
traveled throughout New England
and the metropolitan New York area
to buff fires and attend firematic
events. He has been involved with
the Connecticut Fire Photographers
Association from the inception of
the organization.
Patrick Dooley: Patrick Dooley is a
retired East Hartford firefighter
currently working as a public safety
dispatcher. He is also a member of
the Boston Sparks Assoc. and
Connecticut Fire Photographers.
Special Thanks