Fire Chief's Briefing for April 21 through April 26, 2012

Here is a summary of Brentwood Fire and Rescue’s emergency responses for the period of April 21 through April 26, 2012.

We responded to 48 emergency calls for service.

These calls can be broken down into the following categories:

EMS/Rescue: 33

Hazardous Condition: 1

Service Call: 6

Good Intent: 2

False Call: 6

Here is an overview of significant events from this period’s activities:

Wednesday, April 25 at approximately 2:57 am:

E3 responded on a medical call for a report of seizures. Upon arrival, E3 found find one PT attempting to stand, disoriented, and with an unsteady gait. Crew members assisted the PT to the ground. Bystanders reported that the PT fell face down without breaking their fall in any way and began seizing. Crew members attempted manual cervical spine immobilization, but this was difficult due to the disoriented PT being slightly combative. E3 began PT assessment including obtaining vital signs and a rapid trauma assessment to determine if there were any other injuries. The PT would not speak and appeared confused. Crew members did their utmost to calm the PT and maintain spinal immobilization. EMS arrived on scene and PT care was transferred. E3 assisted EMS with preparing the PT for transport and loading them into the ambulance. EMS transported the PT to a local hospital for further treatment.

Wednesday, April 25 at approximately 9:26 am:

E4 was dispatched on a medical call for a report of difficulty breathing. Upon arrival crew members found the PT seated in the kitchen exhibiting obviously labored breathing. E4’s paramedic administered oxygen therapy while preparing a breathing treatment. Crew members simultaneously obtained vital signs. The PT’s oxygen saturation levels were found to be low, but began to improve due to the oxygen being administered. EMS arrived on scene prior to E4 providing a breathing treatment, and PT care was transferred. Crew members assisted EMS with loading the PT into the waiting ambulance for emergency transport to an area hospital.

Fire Chief's Briefing for April 15 through April 20, 2012

Here is a summary of Brentwood Fire and Rescue’s emergency responses for the period of April 15 through April 20, 2012.

We responded to 44 emergency calls for service.

These calls can be broken down into the following categories:

Fire: 2

EMS/Rescue: 20

Hazardous Condition: 2

Service Call: 5

Good Intent: 7

False Call: 1

Other: 1

Here is an overview of significant events from this period’s activities:

Sunday, April 15 at approximately 9:05 pm:

All BFR units were dispatched to a reported commercial structure fire. Upon arrival, C3 established command and conducted a scene size up.  Light smoke was visible inside the structure with a report of flames coming from a deep fryer.  Upon entering the structure, E1 found flames showing from beneath and behind the fryer.  The range hood fire extinguishment system had not activated.  E1 applied dry chemical extinguishing agent to the flames before unplugging and moving the fryer away from the wall to gain better access to the seat of the fire.  E1 was able to extinguish the remaining fire with a pressurized water can.  E2 and L1 arrived on scene to provide ventilation and manpower as well as to check for additional hazards.  All other responding units were cancelled en route.  BFR units remained on scene to ensure that ventilation was complete and all hazards were mitigated.  After speaking to C3 the scene was turned over to the responsible, command was terminated, and all units returned to quarters.

Friday, April 20 at approximately 3:44 pm:

All BFR units were dispatched to a reported structure fire. En route to the scene dispatch notified responding units that this was a kitchen fire with kitchen content involvement. E2 arrived first on scene and reported a 2 story residential home with the front doors open and no visible smoke. E2 established incident command and proceeded to investigate. E3 arrived on scene shortly after and assisted with investigating the home. Light to moderate smoke was visible on the main floor, and crew members from both apparatus proceeded to the kitchen to find a four quart cooking pot on the stove with its contents on fire. The home owner had reportedly been cooking french fries on the stove and accidentally walked away from the stove for a few moments. The fire was extinguished by E2 personnel by covering pot with its lid and taking it outside. E2 and E3 personnel checked for extension with the TIC. E2 and E3 remained on scene and effected smoke removal from the home. No other hazards were found and the occupants of the home on scene were evaluated by EMS. No injuries were reported. The occupants of the home stated that while they had a fire extinguisher in the kitchen, none of them knew how to utilize it. Prior to leaving the scene crew members from E2 and E3 instructed the residents on proper usage of an extinguisher. Command was terminated and all units returned to their prior assignments.

Fire Chief's Briefing for April 9 through April 14, 2012

Here is a summary of Brentwood Fire and Rescue’s emergency responses for the period of April 9 through April 14, 2012.

We responded to 47 emergency calls for service.

These calls can be broken down into the following categories:

Fire: 1

EMS/Rescue: 30

Service Call: 4

Good Intent: 7

False Call: 5

Here is an overview of significant events from this period’s activities:

Monday, April 9 at approximately 3:16 pm:

E1 and E3 were dispatched to a vehicle fire involving a tractor trailer on the south bound lane of Interstate 65 north of Concord Rd. Upon arrival, E1 found one trailer with the rear brakes involved in fire.  E1 established Incident Command and pulled the rear foam line.  E3 arrived on scene and helped with traffic control.  The fire was quickly extinguished before it could spread to the trailer. After inspecting the rest of the vehicle no further extension was found.  With no other hazards present, command was terminated and all companies were placed available.

Monday, April 9 at approximately 7:25 pm:

E2 and R1 were dispatched to assist BPD with a search for a missing child lost on the bike trail between Crockett Park and River Park. Crews met with BPD at River Park and formed Unified Command. Within 5 minutes of arrival, and before crews could immobilize a search grid, the child was found safe in a restroom at Crockett Park by a PD officer. With the missing person accounted for, all BFR units were released from the scene.

Thursday, April 12 at approximately 12:02 pm:

E2 was dispatched on a report of injuries from a fall. Upon arrival, crew members made contact with the PT who stated that they had fallen from a standing position, attempted to stand and fell again after experiencing pain in the area of their hip. E2’s paramedic performed a rapid trauma assessment of the PT and noted an obvious deformity, tenderness, and swelling in the PT’s hip. EMS arrived on scene and PT care was transferred. E2 assisted EMS with moving the PT to the stretcher via a blanket lift and loading them into the ambulance for transport to an area hospital.

Friday, April 13 at approximately 2:07 am:

E3 was dispatched on a report of an unresponsive person. Upon arrival, crew members found 1 PT with a decreased level of consciousness. The PT was breathing and had a weak pulse. E3 began PT assessment, to include vital signs and cardiac monitoring, as well as supportive care in the form of providing supplemental oxygen and IV therapy. These interventions helped improve the PT’s vital signs. After interpreting the cardiac monitor, E3’s paramedic deemed the PT to be critical. EMS arrived on scene, PT care was transferred, and crew members assisted EMS with loading the PT into the ambulance for emergency transport to an area hospital.

Friday, April 13 at approximately 6:19 pm:

E4 personnel heard what sounded like a motor vehicle accident in front of Station 4. E4’s officer walked out to investigate and found one vehicle off the roadway with all occupants out of the vehicle. The single driver of the vehicle denied and stated that there was a second vehicle over the top of the hill. E4 was dispatched, Incident Command was established, and the engine proceeded to the top of the hill. A second vehicle was located in the roadway. Both occupants were out of the vehicle and denied injury. It appeared to be a side/front impact. Both airbags were deployed. E4 closed the roadway and directed traffic. R1 arrived on the scene and assisted with directing traffic. E4’s paramedic reassessed the driver of the original vehicle who now requested transport. EMS and an EMS supervisor arrived on the scene and assumed PT care. E4 assisted in packaging and loading the pt for transport to an area hospital. Command was terminated and E4 and R1 remained on the scene to assist in traffic control until released by BPD. All units then cleared the scene and returned to quarters. 

Fire Chief's Briefing for April 3 through April 8, 2012

Here is a summary of Brentwood Fire and Rescue’s emergency responses for the period of April 3 through April 8, 2012.

We responded to 36 emergency calls for service.

These calls can be broken down into the following categories:

Fire: 2

EMS/Rescue: 21

Hazardous Condition: 3

Service Call: 1

Good Intent: 4

False Call: 5

Here is an overview of significant events from this period’s activities:

Tuesday, April 3 at approximately 12:06 pm:

E3 and Squad 3 (Fire Station 3’s pickup truck) were dispatched on a HAZMAT call for a report of oil in the roadway.  Squad 3 arrived first on scene and reported approximately 10 quarts of oil on the roadway.  The oil had been spread by traffic throughout the center eastbound lane of Moores Lane.  Dispatch requested public works to respond with sand to spread over the spill.  E3 and PD arrived on scene to assist with traffic control.  Fire units assisted public works with spreading the sand.  After the sand was spread and the hazards were mitigated, the scene was turned over to PD.  EMA was contacted regarding the spill.  E3 and Squad 3 were placed available and returned to their prior assignment.

Thursday, April 5 at approximately 9:28 pm:

E4 responded to a tree down in the roadway.  E4 arrived on scene to find the top of a large tree blocking half of Walnut Hills Dr.  BPD was already on scene for traffic control.  E4 used a utility chain saw to remove the tree from the roadway.  There were no other hazards, E4 cleared the scene and returned to quarters.

APPLICATIONS NOW AVAILABLE FOR BRENTWOOD FIRE & RESCUE’S CITIZENS FIRE ACADEMY

*****PRESS RELEASE*****

CITY OF BRENTWOOD 

FIRE AND RESCUE

From:                         Chief Brian Goss                               

Date:               April 9, 2012

Subject:          Press Release:  Citizens Fire Academy

APPLICATIONS NOW AVAILABLE FOR BRENTWOOD FIRE & RESCUE’S

CITIZENS FIRE ACADEMY

Brentwood, TN – Have you ever taken a ride in a fire truck?  Ever rappelled down the face of a five-story building?  Ever extinguished a raging car fire? You can experience these and other once-in-a-lifetime events by enrolling in Brentwood Fire and Rescue Department’s Citizens Fire Academy (CFA) scheduled from July 26 to November 1, 2012.

CFA participants learn about different aspects of the fire service like emergency medical services, fire prevention and vehicle extrication. The Academy offers over 30 hours of instruction, meeting twice a month for three months, including two Saturdays designed for hands-on activities.  Video from last year’s CFA can be viewed here.

Applications can be downloaded or submitted online.  Preference is given to Brentwood residents and business owners.  The application deadline is June 30.  For more information about the CFA, contact Captain Nancy Jones at 371-0170.

ABOUT BRENTWOOD FIRE AND RESCUE

Established in 1986, Brentwood Fire and Rescue is a recognized leader in the development and delivery of professional and innovative emergency and life-safety services.  The department consists of 63 caring, dedicated, and well-educated men and women who truly enjoy serving others.  For more information about the department, contact Chief Brian Goss at (615) 371-0170.

Fire Chief's Briefing for March 28 through April 2, 2012

Here is a summary of Brentwood Fire and Rescue’s emergency responses for the period of March 28 through April 2, 2012.

We responded to 39 emergency calls for service.

These calls can be broken down into the following categories:

Fire: 1

EMS/Rescue: 31

Service Call: 2

Good Intent: 2

False Call: 3

Here is an overview of significant events from this period’s activities:

Wednesday, March 28 at approximately 1:38 pm:

All BFR units as well as automatic aid units from Franklin were dispatched on a reported Commercial Structure Fire. Alarm advised that there was fire and smoke visible from an air conditioning unit on the side of the business. E3 arrived first on scene, established command, and advised all other responding units that they had a 1 story commercial building with light smoke visible from the bravo (left) side. There was a BPD officer on the scene prior to E3's arrival who had discharged a fire extinguisher.  As E3 crew members approached the HVAC unit, there was no fire visible. At this point all other responding units were cancelled. Utilizing the TIC, E3's crew removed the ceiling tiles and checked above the ceiling for extension of fire into the structure. Nothing was found. FFD's crew investigated the business next door and found nothing.

FFD was then released from the scene. E3’s officer investigated the origin of the fire and determined that carelessly discarded smoking materials had caused the fence around the HVAC unit to ignite. There were no further hazards. E3 terminated command and went available.

Wednesday, March 28 at approximately 5:42 pm:

E4 was dispatched on a report of an unresponsive PT. Upon arrival, E4 found 1 PT seated at the dinner table. The PT was found to be unresponsive, pulse less, and without spontaneous respirations. Crew members moved the PT to the floor and immediately initiated CPR. Basic Life Support was initiated, including oxygen therapy, ventilations via bag valve mask, and oral airway adjuncts. EMS arrived on scene and E4’s paramedic/firefighter established an intraosceous IV and administered resuscitation drugs. PT care was transferred, the PT was loaded into an awaiting ambulance and transported emergency traffic to an area hospital with one firefighter/paramedic on board to provide further care while enroute.

Fire Chief's Briefing for March 22 through March 27, 2012.

Here is a summary of Brentwood Fire and Rescue’s emergency responses for the period of March 22 through March 27, 2012.

We responded to 50 emergency calls for service.

These calls can be broken down into the following categories:

Fire: 1

EMS/Rescue: 31

Hazardous Condition: 5

Service Call: 3

Good Intent: 3

False Call: 7

Here is an overview of significant events from this period’s activities:

Thursday, March 22 at approximately 3:26 am:

E4 responded on a reported personal injury accident. Upon arrival, E4 found a single vehicle off the roadway resting upright on all four tires. The crash was the result of allegedly attempting to flee during a pursuit of the vehicle by BPD. The passenger of the vehicle was assessed by E4 crew members as well as EMS personnel, but no injuries were found. As a result, the passenger signed a refusal of treatment. The driver of the vehicle was found to have sustained minor injuries and was transported, along with a BPD escort, to an area hospital for further evaluation. E4 was released from the scene by BPD and returned to quarters.

Friday, March 23 at approximately 5:09 pm:

E4 was dispatched to assist BPD with a welfare check. Upon arrival, E4 and EMS staged away from the scene while BPD checked on the occupant. No one answered the door but the PT was visible through a window, lying prone on the floor. E4 crew members forced entry into the home and found the PT with an altered level of consciousness. Due to the critical nature of the PT’s status, E4 and EMS quickly loaded the PT into the ambulance for emergency transport to an area hospital after a rapid assessment. With no other hazards found, E4 turned the scene over to BPD, who secured the home, and returned to quarters.

Sunday, March 25 at approximately 6:05 pm:

E4 responded to a report of a tree smoldering from a lightning strike.  E4 arrived on scene and spoke with the complainant who pointed out the tree.  There was an actively smoldering section of tree approximately 30 feet off the ground. Crew members spoke with the home owner who stated that the tree had been struck by lightning over a week ago.  E4 used a 1 and ¾ inch hoseline and their onboard water tank to extinguish the tree.  There were no other hazards.  E4 cleared the scene and returned to quarters without incident.

Tuesday, March 27 at approximately 6:17 pm:

E3 was dispatched on a reported cardiac arrest. Upon arrival, E3 found one Pt on the ground with CPR in progress. E3’s paramedic began assessing the PT and determined that the PT was unresponsive, not breathing, and without a pulse. CPR was taken over by BFR personnel, and basic life saving interventions including oxygen therapy, oral airway adjuncts, ventilations via bag valve mask, and attachment of quick combo pads (to allow for defibrillation). EMS arrived on scene and PT care was transferred. Simultaneously, advanced life support care was provided, including intraosseous IV therapy, cardiac monitoring and resuscitation drugs. As the PT was being prepared to be loaded into the ambulance, their pulse was reassessed, and strong radial and carotid pulses were found. The PT was loaded into the ambulance for transport to an area hospital with one firefighter/paramedic on board to provide further care while en-route. E3 cleared the scene and returned to quarters.

Tuesday, March 27 at approximately 10:51 pm:

E1 was dispatched on a report of one PT, unresponsive. Upon arrival, E1 found bystanders performing CPR. Crew members moved the PT to the floor, where E1’s paramedic confirmed that the PT was unresponsive, not breathing, and had no pulse. CPR was resumed by BFR personnel and basic life support interventions including oxygen therapy, oral airway adjuncts, ventilations via bag valve mask, and attachment of quick combo pads. EMS arrived on scene and PT care was transferred. Advanced life support interventions were provided, including establishing an intraosseous IV, cardiac monitoring, resuscitation drugs and endotracheal intubation. The PT was prepared for transport before being loaded into the waiting ambulance for transport to an area hospital with one firefighter/paramedic on board to provide further care while en-route. E1 cleared the scene and returned to quarters.