Board Packet for FC Meeting 10-23-25

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• Draft procedure developed and sent to the Safety Committee for review. If approved SERT would replace AAR process. Respiratory Protection Program • Awaiting response from PSI (Oahu) to replace Kunkle valves on electric Mako unit. • US Forest Service updated guidance for respiratory use for wildland firefighters: Recommends voluntary use of N95 during non-strenuous activities or intermittently to mitigate respiratory hazards like particle exposure from smoke; first commitment to widespread provision of masks. • HIOSH Boiler & Elevator Inspector identified an intermittently malfunctioning on/off switch on the Bauer TCOM breathing air compressor at Station 10 (Pahoa); Notice of Violation issued with deadline for correction on 11/30/25; awaiting response from PSI to determine warranty status. Safety Concerns and Inspections • Awaiting results of requested mold testing at Stations #4 & #5. • Visited Station 19 (Volcano) on September 16th. • Investigated safety concern at Station #2: Aviation refuel trailer parked too close to hangar; trailer was temporarily relocated and in process of being repositioned appropriately. Incident/Accident Reports • Seven new Incident/Accident reports, one new Vehicle/Property Damage report, and two Toxic exposure reports received during September. • joint Safety Committee • Meeting held on September 17th; agenda and previous minutes posted to SharePoint. CONFERENCES AND CONNECTION Chief Todd served as a guest speaker at the Hawaii State Association of Counties (HSAC) Conference, hosted by Hawaii Island County Councilmembers at the Westin Hapuna Beach Resort Sept. 11-12. Chief Todd's presentation focused on building a Fire-Adapted Hawaii, highlighting collaborative efforts among counties, state agencies, and community partners to strengthen wildfire resilience across the islands. 2025 SEPTEMBER PAGE 19