Brentwood Announces Flat Firefighter Contest, CPR Fridays in February, and QR Codes

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

CITY OF BRENTWOOD 

FIRE AND RESCUE

 

From:             Fire Chief Brian Goss                         

Date:              January 31, 2013

Subject:          Press Release:  Lookout for Flat Firefighter Sam!

 

 

Brentwood Announces Flat Firefighter Contest, CPR Fridays in February, and QR Codes

 

Flat Stanley, make way for Flat Firefighter Sam!  Brentwood residents will soon notice a visitor in a few public places around town.  In an effort to increase public awareness about a variety of safety related issues, Flat Firefighters will appear holding safety messages.  The firefighters will enable the Brentwood Fire & Rescue Department to present a number of seasonal messages in an attention grabbing way.

 

To kick off the Flat Firefighter project, the department is announcing a new contest. The first person (young, 50 forward, or somewhere in-between) to correctly identify the location of every Flat Firefighter will win a ride on board a fire truck.  When you find all five (5) of the Flat Firefighters send the list of locations, along with your contact information to pratherr@brentwood-tn.org.  Fire department members and their families are not eligible to participate and have been pinky sworn to secrecy.
 

Along with the introduction of the flat firefighters, scan codes called QRs will be introduced.  The codes can be scanned by smart phones or tablets and are a new way to present important information and safety messages to the public.  You will soon see these codes appearing on department vehicles and literature.

 

The first public education effort to employ this new technology is the Free Friday February CPR courses.  CPR is an essential skill that every adult should know, and now it is easy to receive training.

 

Recently the Brentwood Fire and Rescue Department has experienced a dramatic increase in the number of people that are surviving cardiac arrests.  This is due to three primary factors; new hypothermic protocols, increased public access to Automatic Electronic Defibrillators (AED’s), and initiation of bystander CPR.  With the help of citizens, the department hopes to see this trend continue.

 

CPR is not difficult or time consuming to learn. In the month of February, the Brentwood Fire Department is offering free CPR classes on Fridays to the public at the Brentwood Library starting at 6:30 p.m. Each class lasts approximately 2 ½ hours and offers training on infant, child, and adult CPR. For adults, participants will be taught both ‘traditional’ and hands only CPR.

 

Only one Friday is required to learn these lifesaving skills. For more information or to sign up, contact firefighter Scott Barnes at barness@brentwood-tn.org or call 371-2200 ext. 4523.

 

If you have a safety related question, or know of an important safety issue that you would like to be featured, please contact Firefighter Katherine Williams at williamsk@brentwood-tn.org.

 

Fire Chief's Briefing for January 24 Through January 29, 2013

Here is a summary of Brentwood Fire and Rescue’s emergency responses for the period of January 24 through January 29, 2013.

We responded to 40 emergency calls for service.

These calls can be broken down into the following categories:

Rupture/Explosion: 1

EMS/Rescue: 23

Service Call: 1 

Good Intent: 3

False Call: 12

 

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

Thursday, January 24 at approximately 1:38 pm:
 

E3 was dispatched on a report of an unresponsive person. Upon arrival crew members found the PT lying on the ground with a pulse, but unresponsive and without sufficient respiratory effort. E3’s Paramedic performed a rapid trauma assessment while other crew members obtained vital signs and managed the PT’s airway.  EMS arrived on scene and PT care was transferred.  The PT was then secured to a long spine board and immobilized with a cervical collar before being loaded into the ambulance. The signs and symptoms exhibited suggested a possible overdose, and Narcan was administered once an IV was established. The PT regained consciousness and spontaneous respirations before being transported non-emergency to an area hospital.

 

 

Friday, January 25 at approximately 7:52 pm:

C3, E2 and E4 were dispatched on an inside investigation for a report of a possible natural gas leak in a residence. Upon arrival E4 met with the homeowner who stated that he thought he smelled an odor of gas and witnessed smoke in his garage. Crew members turned off the gas to the home before making entry to investigate. It was determined that the pressure relief valve on the water heater had activated, releasing large amounts of steam which had in set off the smoke detector. All other responding units were cancelled while E4 turned off the water to the home before turning the gas back on. With no further hazards found, E4 cleared the scene and returned to quarters.

 

Saturday, January 26 at approximately 9:15 pm:

All BFR units were dispatched on a report of a structure fire. E4 was the first unit to arrive on scene and reported nothing showing before establishing Incident Command. Crew members met briefly with the homeowner before entering the home and encountering a slight haze in the kitchen accompanied by a smell of overheated electrical equipment. After a thorough check of the home utilizing the TIC, it was determined that the dishwasher was malfunctioning. It was unplugged and the homeowner was advised to have a service technician inspect it. With no further hazards, all units were returned to service.

 

Monday, January 28 at approximately 8:28 pm:

E3 and R1 were dispatched on a reported 3 car MVA with rollover. Due to additional information received by dispatchers, C3 and E2 were also dispatched for manpower assistance. Upon arrival on scene, E3 reported two vehicles in the roadway and one which had rolled off the roadway and ended up on its roof in the trees. Crew members began checking all involved parties for injuries and found that out of the 5 people involved, only the driver of the vehicle on its roof had suffered injuries and those were minor. PT care was transferred to EMS upon their arrival. All units other than E3 were released from the call. E3 remained on scene to assist with traffic control until the vehicles and debris had been removed. With no further hazards found, E3 returned to quarters.

 

Tuesday, January 29 at approximately 10:38 pm:

E1 and R1 were dispatched on a reported single vehicle rollover accident. Upon arrival crew members found the occupant of the vehicle out and walking around. The PT initially did not wish to seek medical aid, but was later convinced by their parents due to the severity of the wreck. Crew members turned PT care over to EMS and investigated the vehicle to ensure it posed no further hazards. The PT was transported non-emergency to an area hospital.

 

 

 

Station Life

Brentwood Fire and Rescue will be featuring a new addition to this website in the form of "Station Life" photos. This series of photos, which may range anywhere from a picture of an apparatus or equipment to firefighters working in the station, will give readers a glimpse into the daily life of a firefighter here at Brentwood Fire and Rescue.

 

Today’s entry features two firefighters at Station 1 on C-Shift preparing the kitchen floor to lay new tile. Station 1 has recently undergone a great deal of remodeling and updating with a good portion of the work being performed by on-duty personnel. Firefighters are often "jacks of all trades", knowing a little something about many things, and must be able to utilize all of their experience and resources to solve problems.  In this case, some members knew a little bit about construction (and de-construction) and the rest of the crew followed their lead.  Firefighters do a lot more than fight fires and respond to medical calls.  While on duty, they may be called upon to teach a class, perform construction work, participate in fundraisers, or just be a friendly face to a group of children taking a station tour.  Whatever the task at hand may be, whether in the station or when the alarm goes off, our focus is always about helping the citizens of Brentwood.  Hopefully with this new photo series we will help you get to know our people and daily activities a little bit better.

 

 

 

The completed Station 1 Kitchen

Fire Chief's Briefing for January 18 through January 23, 2013

Here is a summary of Brentwood Fire and Rescue’s emergency responses for the period of January 18 through January 23, 2013.

We responded to 52 emergency calls for service.

These calls can be broken down into the following categories:

Fire: 3

EMS/Rescue: 22

Hazardous Condition: 3

Service Call: 5

Good Intent: 7

False Call: 12

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

Monday, January 21 at approximately 10:14 am:

E2 was dispatched on a report of a gas leak near a residence.  Upon arrival E2 found a small gas leak in a residential gas line.  E2 made contact with the occupant who indicated that they had punctured the gas line while digging a hole in their yard.  E2 personnel used a gas monitor to verify that no gas was leaking inside the residence.  Personnel also requested that Dispatch contact the local gas company and have them respond to the scene.  E2 secured the scene and waited until the gas company arrived.  Upon arrival, the gas company shut off gas supply to the residence and determined what the ruptured gas line was supplying.  Once all hazards were addressed E2 turned control of the scene over to the gas company and returned to service.

Monday, January 21 at approximately 1:11 pm:

E2 was dispatched on a report of a dump truck on fire.  Upon arrival, crews found a small dump truck with steam showing.  E2 made contact with the vehicle’s owner who indicated that they had put out a small fire in the engine bay of the truck with a dry chemical extinguisher.  The owner also indicated that the truck had broken down and was being towed when a BPD unit noticed flames coming from the engine bay of the truck.  E2 checked the vehicle for any fire or other hazards.  Once it was determined that all hazards were addresses E2 became available and returned to quarters.

Monday, January 21 at approximately 5:57 pm:

E2 was dispatched on a report of an unresponsive person.  While enroute to the location of the call, dispatch notified E2 that CPR was being performed on the patient.  The crew arrived on scene and immediately began providing ALS procedures including placement of an advance airway.  E2 determined that the patient had a pulse and inadequate respirations.  An EMS supervisor and an ambulance arrived on scene and patient care was transferred.  EMS requested that a firefighter assist with patient care on the way to the hospital.  Once the ambulance had left the scene with the patient E2 cleared the scene and returned to quarters

Tuesday, January 22 at approximately 11:24 am:

L1 was dispatched on a report of a gas leak.  L1 responded due to the fact that E1 was already out on a call.  Upon arrival L1 made contact with a lawn sprinkler company on the scene.  Workers indicated that while digging to install a sprinkler system they struck a gas line.  L1 used the gas meter to shut off supply to the leaking gas line.  L1 then advised dispatch to request the gas company to respond.  Once all hazards were addressed L1 cleared the scene and returned to quarters

Tuesday, January 22 at approximately 6:08 pm:

E2 was dispatched on a report of an oven fire.  While enroute dispatch advised that the fire in the oven was actually food burning.  Upon arrival E2 found a house with no smoke or flames visible. E2 made contact with the homeowner who indicated that they had put the fire out.  The homeowner advised that they had put food in a paper container and placed it in the oven while preparing other food.  The oven was then accidentally turned on and the paper packaging ignited.  E2 personnel checked the house for smoke and damage to the oven.  No smoke or damage was found.  E2 cleared the scene and returned to quarters. 

Wednesday, January 23 at approximately 3:06 pm:

E2 was dispatched on a report of a grass fire.  Upon arrival E2 found an area approximately 40 ft in diameter burning near the road.  E2 personnel extinguished the fire and wet down a large area to prevent any possible extension.  After further investigation E2 found a freshly discarded cigarette at the area where the fire started.  Once all hazards were addressed E2 cleared the scene and returned to quarters. 

Friends and Family CPR Classes in February

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

CITY OF BRENTWOOD 

FIRE AND RESCUE

From:              Fire Chief Brian Goss    
Date:               January 14, 2013 
Subject:          Press Release:  Free CPR Classes Offered at Brentwood Library

Free Friends and Family CPR February Fridays in Brentwood

Recently the Brentwood Fire and Rescue Department has experienced a dramatic increase in the number of people who are surviving cardiac arrests. This is due to three primary factors; new hypothermia protocols, increased public access to Automatic Electronic Defibrillators (AEDs), and initiation of bystander CPR. With the help of citizens, the Department hopes to see that trend continue.

CPR is not difficult or time consuming to learn.  In the month of February, the Brentwood Fire & Rescue Department is offering free classes on Fridays to the public at the Brentwood Library.  Each class lasts approximately 2 ½ hours and offers training on infant, child, and adult CPR.  For adult CPR, participants will be taught both traditional and “hands only” CPR (no mouth-to-mouth breathing).  This class will utilize the American Heart Association’s “Family and Friends” curriculum, therefore no CPR card will be issued.  More information can be found on the AHA website at www.heart.org.

Only one Friday commitment is required to learn these lifesaving skills.  For more information or to sign up, contact firefighter Scott Barnes at barness@brentwood-tn.org or call 371-2200 ext. 4523

Fire Chief's Briefing for January 12 through January 17, 2013

Here is a summary of Brentwood Fire and Rescue’s emergency responses for the period of January 12 through January 17, 2013.

 

We responded to 46 emergency calls for service.

 

These calls can be broken down into the following categories:

 

Fire: 2

EMS/Rescue: 25

Hazardous Condition: 1

Service Call: 4

Good Intent: 3

False Call: 11

 

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

 

Sunday, January 13 at approximately 9:21 am:

E3 was dispatched on a report of a commercial fire alarm. While enroute E3 was advised that there was a small fire in the laundry room of the business, but that it had been extinguished. E3 continued response and requested assistance from a nearby Franklin Fire Department unit. Upon arriving on scene E3 found a pile of charred towels on the floor of the laundry room. The staff had removed the towels from a dryer and poured water over them. Crew members checked for extension, but did not find any further signs of fire. With no further hazards found, E3 assisted with smoke removal before clearing the scene and returning to quarters.

Sunday, January 13 at approximately 5:11 pm:

All BFR units were dispatched on a report of a possible chimney fire. E4 arrived first on scene and reported no fire showing. Crew members met with the occupants of the home who stated that, after starting a fire in the fireplace, they heard a roaring sound and witnessed flames coming out of the chimney. E2 arrived on scene and all other responding units were told to stage at their present locations. E2 and E4 extinguished the fire in the fireplace and removed the logs. A thorough check of the walls around the fireplace and chimney with the TIC did not reveal any hidden fire.  The homeowner was advised to have his chimney inspected and cleaned before using it again. With no further hazards, all units were made available and returned to quarters.

 

Monday, January 14 at approximately 5:41 pm:

E1 was dispatched on a report of a possible allergic reaction. Upon arrival, crew members made contact with the PT who was complaining of respiratory distress and light headedness. After assessing the PT, E1’s paramedic determined that there was no sign of an allergic reaction. After obtaining the PT’s medical history, it was determined that the PT may be suffering adverse effects related to an energy drink they had ingested prior to onset of symptoms reacting with a prescribed medication. Crew members established IV access on the PT before transferring care to EMS for non-emergency transport to an area hospital.

 

Tuesday, January 15 at approximately 8:37 pm:

E2 was dispatched on a medical call for a report of one PT in the roadway. Upon arrival crew members were met by BPD who stated that they suspected the PT had been the victim of an assault. A rapid trauma assessment was performed which revealed a minor laceration on their face. The PT was alert, but suffering from short term memory loss and was unable to say why they ended up lying on the road in the rain. EMS arrived on scene and the PT was quickly loaded into the ambulance due to the low air temperatures and rain. PT care was transferred, and EMS transported the PT non-emergency to an area hospital for further evaluation.

Fire Chief's Briefing for January 6 through January 11, 2013

Here is a summary of Brentwood Fire and Rescue’s emergency responses for the period of January 6 through January 11, 2013.

We responded to 53 emergency calls for service.

These calls can be broken down into the following categories:

Fire: 1

EMS/Rescue: 28

Hazardous Condition: 2

Service Call: 4

Good Intent: 3

False Call: 15

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

Sunday, January 6 at approximately 2:39 pm:

All BFR units were dispatched on a report of an oven fire. While enroute, responding units were advised by dispatch that the fire had been extinguished. All units reduced to a non-emergency response with the exception of E2. Upon arrival E2 found no fire but that the exhaust fan switch in the hood vent had melted due to high heat. Power to the range was disconnected, and with no other hazards found, all units were cleared from the scene.

Monday, January 7 at approximately 1:27 pm:

E1 was dispatched on a report of a vehicle fire. This incident occurred on Hillsboro Road near the city limits and bordering Davidson County. Due to the location of the call and E1 being at training, mutual aid was requested from both Nashville Fire and Williamson County Rescue Squad. E1 arrived first on scene and found one vehicle with the engine compartment fully involved with fire. While E1’s crew was extinguishing, the mutual aid units arrived on scene and provided manpower. The vehicle was extinguished, and with no further hazards found, all units from all agencies cleared the scene and returned to quarters.

Fire Chief's Briefing for December 25 through December 30, 2012

Here is a summary of Brentwood Fire and Rescue’s emergency responses for the period of December 25 through December 30, 2012.

 

We responded to 37 emergency calls for service.

 

These calls can be broken down into the following categories:

Fire: 2

EMS/Rescue: 27

Service Call: 1

Good Intent: 2

False Call: 5

 

Wednesday, December 26 at approximately 7:13 pm:

BFD was requested to respond to a dumpster fire in Franklin Fire Department’s district.  Initial dispatch information indicated that FFD was requesting that BFR respond with a tanker truck.  Tanker 1 responded from Station 4 with one crew member.  Due to the compactor being located an excessive distance from a fire hydrant, FFD requested Tanker 1 to respond.  Tanker 1 arrived on scene and began pumping water to FFD apparatus.  Tanker 1 remained on scene with FFD until all hazards were addressed.  Once released by FFD command, Tanker 1 cleared the scene and returned to service. 

 

Wednesday, December 26 at approximately 11:47 pm:

All BFR units were dispatched on a report of a structure fire.  Initial dispatch information indicated that a water heater on the exterior of a house was on fire.  E4 arrived on scene to find a residential structure with no smoke or flames visible.  E4 established command and located the corner of the house where the water heater was and found no fire.  E4 cancelled all other units except for E2.  E4 made contact with an occupant who said they had removed ashes from the fireplace and dumped them outside in a compost pile near the corner of the house.  The ashes then started a small fire along the side of the house and caused some damage to the residence.  The homeowner was able to extinguish most of the fire prior to E4’s arrival.  E2 arrived on scene and assisted in ventilating the interior of the residence where some smoke was present.  E4 sprayed water underneath the siding to extinguish any hot spots and checked for possible extension of fire using a TIC throughout the house.  Once all hazards were addressed E4 terminated command and all BFR units returned to service. 

 

 

Fire Chief's Briefing for December 31, 2012 Through January 5, 2013

Here is a summary of Brentwood Fire and Rescue’s emergency responses for the period of December 31, 2012 through January 5, 2012.

We responded to 57 emergency calls for service.


These calls can be broken down into the following categories:

Fire: 2

EMS/Rescue: 41

Hazardous Condition: 1

Service Call: 1

Good Intent: 4

False Call: 8


Monday, December 31 at approximately 3:29 pm:

E3 was dispatched on a report of injuries from a fall. Upon arrival crew members found one PT exhibiting symptoms of head trauma after falling from a skateboard. E3’s paramedic performed a rapid trauma assessment and found injuries to the PT’s head. Manual cervical spine immobilization was performed, and a cervical collar was applied. EMS arrived on scene and PT care was transferred before fully immobilizing the PT on a long spine board and loading them into the ambulance, where additional supportive care including IV and oxygen therapy was performed. The PT was transported emergency traffic to an area hospital.

Monday, December 31 at approximately 3:52 pm:

All BFR units were dispatched on a report of a Commercial Structure Fire. The first units on scene reported smoke showing from the roof and eaves of the structure. C3 established Incident Command and directed E1 to pull a pre-connected hoseline and make entry into the structure to locate and extinguish the fire. Interior conditions suggested that the fire was likely located in a wall and had possibly extended to the attic. Crew members opened the wall and were met by fire, but were able to quickly extinguish it. Additional units were sent to the attic and roof to ventilate the structure and check for extension. The fire was brought under control and the amount of damage was limited.

Investigation of the fire revealed that heat from a cooking surface was transferred through a stainless steel wall covering. The wall covering conducted the heat through screws attached to wall studs, which eventually heated the studs to the point of ignition. The fire was ruled accidental.

Wednesday, January 2 at approximately 2:26 pm:

E1 was dispatched on a report of difficulty breathing. Upon arrival crew members found the PT unresponsive, pulseless and apneic with a bystander performing CPR. Crew members moved the PT to the floor, reassessed the PT and inserted an airway adjunct before resuming CPR while preparing the defibrillator. No shock was advised, so CPR was continued until EMS arrived on scene and PT care was transferred. Despite a combined effort between EMS and Fire personnel, the PT’s status remained unchanged.

Friday, January 4 at approximately 12:36 pm:

E1 was dispatched on a report of injuries from a fall. Upon arrival, crew members found one PT with an obvious ankle fracture as a result of falling while roller skating. The skate was removed and the ankle was splinted in a position of comfort while ensuring that sufficient circulation was continued. EMS arrived on scene and PT care was transferred before the PT was loaded into the ambulance for transport to an area hospital.

Saturday, January 5 at approximately 1:41 pm:

E3 was dispatched on a report of a carbon monoxide alarm in a residence. The homeowner met E3’s crew outside the residence and advised that they had opened windows in the home after the detector activated. E3 utilized their gas monitor to check the home. The monitor showed higher than normal levels of CO, but not at a level considered hazardous. The natural gas to the residence was secured and the homeowner was advised to contact their gas provider for service. With no further hazards, E3 cleared the scene and returned to quarters.

Saturday, January 5 at approximately 7:21 pm:

E3 was dispatched on a report of one PT pulseless, apneic and unresponsive. Upon arrival crew members were advised by a bystander that the PT had experienced chest pain earlier in the day which was thought to be due to indigestion. The PT was moved to the floor and a rapid assessment was performed. The PT was found to be breathing, but not adequately. Advanced Life Support protocols were immediately initiated to airway management, defibrillation and CPR. IV therapy was attempted but not successful. A second round of defibrillation was performed before resuming CPR. EMS arrived on scene and utilized an EZ IO to obtain IV access. The PT was reassessed and found to have regained a pulse and spontaneous respirations. On scene personnel continued to provide supportive care and assisted ventilations as well as resuscitation drugs before loading the PT into the ambulance for emergency transport to an area hospital with one Firefighter on board to provide further care while enroute.

Saturday, January 5 at approximately 10:36 pm:

L1, C3 and C1 responded on a request for mutual aid from Nolensville Fire. Nolensville had responded to a report of a chimney fire but was unable to reach the chimney with their ground ladders. L1 arrived on scene and allowed them to verify that the fire was extinguished and no longer a hazard. With no further hazards, all BFR units were released from the scene and returned to quarters.