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Hawaii Fire Commission <br /> Regular Session Minutes <br /> July 25, 2024 <br /> Page 4 <br /> the Fentanyl Task Force. They are experiencing delays in oxygen delivery <br /> from Airgas due to issues with filling medical-grade oxygen locally. <br /> o Training Services: Recruit graduation took place in July and is not included in <br /> this month's report. A request for Fire Commission attendance was made, but <br /> all seats were initially filled. A few vacant seats were later noted and will be <br /> addressed for future ceremonies. Chief Todd mentioned that the event was <br /> filmed and is available on their social media. <br /> The 52nd Recruits completed High-Rise Operations training at Bayshore <br /> Towers, the island's only building over seven stories tall. Since its <br /> construction, regulations have prevented buildings from exceeding seven <br /> stories. This training, along with joint workouts with HPD recruits and HFD <br /> recruits, is available on YouTube; links are included in the chief's report. <br /> Additionally, there were engine company operations and structural firefighting <br /> refresher classes. Funding from the County Council has been secured for <br /> new training initiatives, including a "Calm the Chaos" course on incident <br /> command and scene management for line officers. They also conducted co- <br /> training with PTA and military personnel. <br /> o Volunteer Training: Various companies conducted training recently. Notably, <br /> Ainaloa responded to a 30x30 structure fire, assisting with water shuttle <br /> operations by moving 3,000 gallons of water. <br /> o Fire Prevention: In June, the Fire Prevention Branch investigated a structure <br /> fire at a commercial property in District 2, believed to be caused by a squatter <br /> or trespasser. They also participated in the Hawaii County Civil Defense <br /> Preparedness Fair on June 1st. High-rise training was conducted at the Hilton <br /> with Company 14, and efforts are underway to increase station training. <br /> Inspectors tested the fire suppression and alarm systems at the new dispatch <br /> center on Mohouli Street. Prevention is transitioning from its old RMS to <br /> Fireworks EPR, with inspections to be fully integrated into EPR. The buildout <br /> of the EPR property list is in progress. Chief Todd also reported fireworks <br /> inspections for Fourth of July events were completed. <br /> Commissioner Mattos referred to the volunteers and inquired about their <br /> involvement in blood control and CPR classes. He asked if they would be <br /> used for EMS standbys. Chief Todd clarified that volunteers do not perform <br /> EMS standbys as they are not certified for it. They train all personnel to do <br /> CPR, including high school students. That's part of their normal training. <br /> Commissioner Perrin suggested that volunteers might help address staffing <br /> gaps by being trained in additional skills. Chief Todd explained that it's a fine <br /> line. He mentioned the lack of tax revenue needed to achieve optimal staffing <br /> levels. Comparing staffing levels to Kaua'i, he pointed out that even with <br />