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Hawaii Fire Commission <br /> Regular Session Minutes <br /> May 23, 2024 <br /> Page 5 <br /> o Volunteer Training: The volunteer captains' meeting took place in Ainaloa on <br /> April 20tn. Volunteer companies also participated in a multi-company drill in <br /> Waikoloa. Additionally, Company 1A (Pepeekeo) assisted with two structure <br /> fires and took part in the Merrie Monarch parade and the Boy Scouts' <br /> Makahiki Festival. <br /> o Fire Prevention: The Fire Prevention Branch investigated a structure fire in <br /> District 4, which is classified as undetermined due to the instability of the <br /> structure, preventing investigator entry, and significant destruction of the area <br /> of origin. A recent ATF report revealed that evidence was recovered from a <br /> high-profile structure fire in Holualoa in July 2023. Chief Todd noted that this <br /> structure had an external battery system, to his knowledge, it was not a <br /> Powerall. ATF tested the capacitor and found no evidence of electrical failure, <br /> suggesting a possible wiring issue. <br /> Additionally, the Prevention Branch has started a podcast called "Fire Tip <br /> Tuesdays," where they educate the public on various fire safety topics. The <br /> podcast series is available on HFD's YouTube channel. They are also <br /> working on wildfire preparedness, conducting home assessments, and <br /> meeting with HOAs and HWMO to help communities become fire-wise. <br /> Recess was called at 10:21 a.m., the meeting reconvened at 10:36 a.m. <br /> • Logistics, Emergency Communications, and Vehicle Maintenance Section: Three <br /> Fire Communication Officer Is (FCO) were promoted, continuing with a class of five <br /> FCO Is. A realistic job preview for the next FCO class was held on April 26tn. Captain <br /> Domingo was promoted to Battalion Chief of Fire Communications. <br /> • Information Technology Highlights: HFD received three fire trucks from Honolulu and <br /> completed MDT setups on them, including the required Spillman patch installation. <br /> • Safety Specialist Report: The Safety Specialist oversaw various safety initiatives in <br /> April. They're conducting HiOSH inspections and issuing safety advisories to keep <br /> personnel informed about potential hazards like pertussis outbreaks and E. coli <br /> contamination. Additionally, they're collaborating with HFD/HFFA Joint Safety <br /> Committee through regular meetings. Additionally, they've taken on some duties <br /> related to coordinating continuity of operations planning, ensuring the department's <br /> ability to function effectively during unforeseen circumstances. HFD exercised the <br /> COOP plan coinciding with a state-wide tsunami exercise on April 25tn <br /> There was a discussion about communication and information access during <br /> emergencies. This includes connection to WIFI, internet via Starlink satellites, mobile <br /> data signals, cellular towers, and a county-wide camera system. Chief Todd <br /> mentioned considering AT&T towers and radio towers for camera placement, along <br /> with existing towers at hotels and state facilities. The goal is to integrate these <br />