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Hawaii Fire Commission <br /> Regular Session Minutes <br /> August 22, 2024 <br /> Page 3 <br /> o Battalion 2 (West Hawai`i): A brush fire occurred in Waikoloa Village. Another <br /> brush fire in Waikoloa burned 7.5 acres. Additionally, there were reports of a <br /> missing swimmer and a missing hiker. <br /> • Special Operations: <br /> o Haz-Mat: Five personnel have been selected to attend the 2024 Hazmat <br /> Continuing Challenge, scheduled for the coming weeks. A hazmat technician <br /> refresher course will be held by the end of September, and planning has <br /> begun for the next hazmat technician class. <br /> o Ocean Safety: Chief Todd briefed the commission on the Junior Lifeguard <br /> Program, encouraging them to attend and observe, noting it as an impressive <br /> event. He also provided an update on the WSO III grievance, stating that their <br /> goal is to incorporate education and experience into the recruitment process. <br /> o Rescue: To mitigate challenges encountered with new pilots, they are <br /> developing evaluation criteria for mission-specific tasks. <br /> Commissioner Magsalin arrived at 9:35 a.m. <br /> • Support Services: <br /> o Emergency Medical Services: The Fall 2023 paramedic class completed <br /> national and state testing requirements for state licensure. Personnel <br /> attended a one-day Mass Casualty Incident (MCI) Preparedness Conference <br /> in Honolulu and assisted with a week-long Active Attack Integrated Response <br /> (AAIR) train-the-trainer course for HPD and HFD personnel. Captain Lam was <br /> recognized and honored with the Haweo Award. <br /> o Training Services: The 52nd firefighter recruit class completed their final <br /> training at Pohakuloa. Their graduation ceremony took place on July 12t" <br /> where recruits were honored and recognized. The 53rd firefighter recruit class <br /> started on August 18t <br /> o Volunteer Training: Volunteers took part in community service events and <br /> picnics, and Company 7B hosted their annual Fourth of July pancake <br /> breakfast fundraiser in collaboration with the Sayre Foundation. Ainaloa <br /> volunteers, alongside personnel, responded to a brush fire. Company 11 C <br /> honored Former Captain Kenneth Shisler and his wife Dina, who recently <br /> relocated to the mainland, for his years of dedicated service. <br /> o Fire Prevention: The Fire Prevention Branch investigated two structure fires in <br /> July. They continue to use social media for public education, showcasing <br /> department highlights, recruit training videos, and graduation ceremonies. <br /> Plan reviews are consistently completed within the 14-day review window, <br />