Fire Chief's Briefing for August 22 through August 27, 2013

Here is a summary of Brentwood Fire and Rescue’s emergency activities for the period of August 22 through August 27, 2013.

We responded to 53 emergency calls for service.

These calls can be broken down into the following categories:

Fire: 1

Rupture/Explosion:  1

EMS/Rescue: 39

Service Call: 1

Good Intent: 4

False Call: 7

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

Thursday, August 22 at approximately 11:44 pm:

E2 was dispatched on a medical call for a report of an unresponsive patient.  E2 arrived on scene to find an unconscious patient that was barely breathing.  E2 personnel immediately gained control of the patient’s airway and began providing advanced life support.  The patients EKG was assessed and an IV was established by E2 personnel.  EMS arrived on scene and E2 personnel assisted with medication administration.  E2 personnel continued to provide airway support and assisted with moving the patient to the ambulance.  The patient soon regained consciousness and was able to control their airway.  EMS transported the patient to a local hospital an E2 returned to service.   

Friday, August 23 at approximately 11:03 pm:

E1 dispatched on a report of a commercial fire alarm.  E1 arrived on scene to find a multi-story hotel with nothing showing from the outside.  E1 crew members investigated the interior of the building and determined that an occupant had burned food causing the fire alarm to activate.  E1 crew ventilated remaining smoke from the building using an electric fan.  Once the smoke was cleared, the fire alarm was reset and E1 returned to service. 

Monday, August 26 at approximately 6:03 pm:

E1 dispatched on a medical call for a report of injuries from a fall.  E1 arrived on the scene and made contact with patient who appeared to have some facial trauma.  Patient indicated they had briefly lost consciousness and hit their head while falling to the floor.  E1 personnel established spinal immobilization of the patient and continued to assess the patient for further injuries.  EMS arrived on scene and E1 personnel moved the patient to the ambulance.  Once patient care was transferred, EMS transported the patient to a local hospital and E1 cleared the scene.

Tuesday, August 27 at approximately 9:29 pm:

E2 was dispatched on a report of a carbon monoxide alarm.  E2 arrived on scene to find the homeowners had evacuated the structure.  E2 personnel used the gas monitor to investigate the inside of the home.  Elevated levels of carbon monoxide were found on the first floor of the structure and E2 crew members evacuated.  A fan was deployed at the doorway of the residence to ventilate the structure and remove the carbon monoxide.  After a substantial time of ventilation E2 crew members reassessed the carbon monoxide levels.  Dangerous levels were no longer present inside the home but as a precaution the homeowners were advised to leave some windows open at the residence and spend the night elsewhere.  Once all hazards were addressed E2 cleared the scene and returned to quarters. 

Fire Chief's Briefing for August 16 through August 21, 2013

Here is a summary of Brentwood Fire and Rescues’ emergency responses for the period of August 16 through August 21, 2013. 

 

We responded to 36 emergency calls for service.

 

These calls can be broken down into the following categories:

Fire: 1

EMS/Rescue: 21

Hazardous Condition: 1

Service Call: 1

Good Intent: 4

False Call: 8

 

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

 

Monday, August 19 at approximately 7:52 am:

E3 and C3 were dispatched for automatic aid on a possible structure fire in Franklin FD’s district.  Initial dispatch information indicated that a haze of smoke was visible inside a commercial structure.  E3 and C3 arrived on scene and assisted Franklin FD personnel with investigating the cause of the smoke.  E3 crew members used a thermal imaging camera to examine the area above the ceiling.  Once it was determined that there was no fire or further hazards E3 and C3 were released by Franklin FD command.

 

Wednesday, August 21 at approximately 7:34 am:

E1 was dispatched on medical call for a report of a patient feeling dizzy.  E1 arrived on scene and immediately began assessing the patient.  E1 personnel continued to provide care including the administration of oral glucose.  Once EMS arrived on scene patient care was transferred and E1 personnel assisted with loading the patient into the ambulance.  EMS transported the patient to a local hospital and E1 returned to service.  

 

Wednesday, August 21 at approximately 2:29 pm:

E2 was dispatch on a medical for a report of injuries from a fall.  E2 arrived on scene to find a patient with 2 large lacerations.  Two family members were holding pressure on the wounds to control bleeding.  E2 personnel immediately began assessing the patient and bandaging the lacerations.  Once EMS arrived on scene the patient was loaded into the ambulance and patient care was transferred.  EMS transported the patient to a local hospital and E2 returned to service.

 

THREE VEHICLE ACCIDENT ON I-65 NORTHBOUND LEADS TO EXTRICATION

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

From:                    Fire Chief Brian Goss

Date:                     August 23, 2013

Subject:               Press Release: Personal Injury Accident on I-65 North

 

 

THREE VEHICLE ACCIDENT ON I-65 NORTHBOUND LEADS TO EXTRICATION

 

 

Friday morning at approximately 8:30 three units from Brentwood Fire and Rescue were dispatched to a report of a three vehicle personal injury accident with entrapment on the shoulder of I-65 Northbound. Upon arrival crew members found one vehicle with moderate damage and an entrapped driver. Brentwood Police shut down two of the lanes of travel while Rescue 1, Engine 2 and Engine 1 worked to free the trapped driver. It was quickly determined that the safest way to extricate the driver of the vehicle would be to completely remove the roof. Extrication tools from both Rescue 1 and Engine 1 were used to make the required cuts. Once the driver was safely extricated from the vehicle they were transported emergency traffic to an area hospital for further care.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Mike McCutcheon, 2013 Brentwood Fire and Rescue Firefighter of the Year

Firefighter of the Year

Engineer Mike McCutcheon

Engineer Mike McCutcheon has been selected as Brentwood Fire and Rescue Department’s 2013 Firefighter of the Year.

Engineer McCutcheon has been instrumental in fire department operations over the past year. As the EMS coordinator, he has dedicated himself to ensure smooth operations for what is over 50% of BFR’s call volume (EMS calls). He personally conducts quality assurance for every medical call this department responds to and oversees that each member maintains the required training and certification to allow for the department staff to be qualified in EMS operations. Mike has also been instrumental in conducting community CPR and CPR qualifications for other departments within the city. He presented a trauma class to the  Brentwood Police department and served as an instructor for the Williamson County 64 hour Firefighter Class held at the Safety Center East. Mike worked with Williamson County EMS and Ravenwood High School to establish a First Responder class for the high school students. Engineer McCutcheon received numerous compliments from other employees outside the fire department for his professionalism and knowledge while teaching these classes.

Not only is Mike an exceptional instructor, manager and leader: he also has excelled as a student in the fire service. He has worked to further his career by countless hours of study. He obtained ALCS instructor, Fire Service Instructor I, and completed the IPMBA Bike Course. He has become a role model for younger firefighters and assisted several with transitioning from EMT to Paramedic.

Mike is a very dedicated, motivated and dependable employee. He maintains a positive attitude, professional bearing, and strong work ethic.  His accomplishments demonstrate a high level of achievement and he epitomizes the desired behavior of a Brentwood Firefighter.

 

Fire Chief's Briefing for August 10 through August 15, 2013

Here is a summary of Brentwood Fire and Rescues’ emergency responses for the period of August 10 through August 15, 2013.

We responded to 48 emergency calls for service.

These calls can be broken down into the following categories:

EMS/Rescue: 26

Hazardous Condition: 1

Service Call: 5

Good Intent: 4

False Call: 12

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

Monday, August 12 at approximately 9:43 am:

E2 was dispatched on a report of a fire alarm at an elementary school.  E2 arrived on scene to find that all the staff and students had evacuated the structure.  E2 personnel checked the school for hazards in an attempt to find the cause of the alarm activation.    No hazards were found and E2 personnel reset the alarm system.  An alarm system technician arrived on scene and was informed of the situation.  Once it was ensured that no hazards were present E2 cleared the scene and returned to service.

Monday, August 12 at approximately 1:16 pm:

E2 was dispatched on a report of a medical call.  Initial dispatch information indicated that a patient had fainted on the bike trail.  E2 arrived on scene and immediately began providing patient care.  Patient indicated they had been running along the trail and passed out for a few seconds.  EMS arrived on scene and E2 personnel assisted with loading the patient into the ambulance and providing further patient care.   Once the patient had been transported E2 cleared the scene and returned to service.

Monday, August 12 at approximately 8:41 pm:

 

E2 was dispatched on a report of injuries from a fall.  E2 arrived on scene and found a patient with head injuries.  Personnel began providing patient care that included wound dressing as well as evaluation of the patient’s level of consciousness.  EMS arrived on scene and patient care was transferred while E2 personnel assisted with loading the patient into the ambulance.  EMS personnel requested a firefighter to ride to the hospital and assist with care due to the patient’s extensive medical history and unstable condition.  Once EMS transported the patient, the remaining E2 crew members cleared the scene and returned to quarters.  

Thursday, August 15 at approximately 1:46 pm:

E4, E2 and C3 were dispatched on a report of a burning odor inside a home.  Initial dispatch information indicated a resident smelled an odor of burning plastic inside their home but could not find the source.  E4 arrived on scene to find a two story home with nothing showing.  E4 established command and entered the home to investigate.  E4 crew members found a burned out light in a closet that was hot to the touch and emitting an odor of burning.  Command cancelled all other responding units.  E4 crew members turned off power to the light and removed the fixture from the closet.  E4 advised the homeowner to have the light replaced by an electrician.  No further hazards were found and E4 cleared the scene.