2006-08-09 Fire Commission Minutes

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Laptops: The 15 laptops ordered are expected to arrive soon. The Electronic Patient Report Committee continues to conduct preparation and training. These laptops will support Patient Care Reporting (PCR) software, which will replace the paper ambulance report forms. Once the system is operational, a demonstration will be held for the commission. Training Bureau th 34th Firefighter Recruit class: Presently in its 6 week and half way through Firefighting Essentials. rd 33 Firefighter Recruit class: Currently completing their EMT I clinical rotation and is slated to graduate on August 18, 2006, 5:00 p.m., at the Mokuola Ballroom, Hilo Hawaiian Hotel. Invitations were sent to the commissioners. Captain Glen Honda, Captain Gerald Kosaki, and Fire Equipment Operator Sean Somers attended an Incident Command System Instructor program. This will provide a train the trainer program. They will assist in surveying the present incident command training and certification needs. Recently, the department’s radios have transitioned from using a 10 code to using a clear text. The reason for the transition was National Incident Management System compliance. It was necessary to utilize the concept of Incident command, which is clear text. Prevention Bureau Continuing to assist the Liquor inspectors on the enforcement of occupancy codes at different establishments. The philosophy of the department is to work with the business community/establishment in order to help them comply with the code requirements. Also, working with Deputy Corporation Counsel Diane Noda on citation documents that will be issued for continued violations, especially when there is safety issues involved. New Projects/Business Project Lifesaver: Participated in a week long training held June 26 to 30. Five Fire personnel are certified as instructors. Project Lifesaver is a non-profit organization from Virginia; program provides radio transmission devices for persons with Alzheimer and dementia. There is a 100% success rate. A partnership between the Fire Department, Police Department, Office of Aging, the Alzheimer’s Association, and a number of other social services agencies is hoping to provide this program to the community. The Fire Department’s role would be to have the actual receivers pick up the signal, should someone require assistance. It is necessary to educate the community about this project in order to provide the issuance of the transmission devices and the care of such a device. Councilman Holschuh provided funding for training and equipment. Fire Science (Rural Development Program): Continues to evolve. There are four classes planned for fall semester to include: Introduction to 7