2011-12-14 Fire Commission Minutes

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HawaiÒi County Fire Commission Regular Session Minutes December 14, 2011 Page 4 They are identifying equipment to purchase with funds from the Sayre Foundation. An annual rescue training program to identify the core requirements of the program was completed. A MOA with the Coast Guard to be used for SAR missions has been reviewed and approved. Ten rescue personnel will be sent to the USAR training in Honolulu December 3-10. They will be learning things like structure collapse and rope techniques. Ocean Safety: The PunaluÓu tower has been erected, but still needs to be comp UV protection garments have arrived and will be distributed to safety personnel. The Sayre Foundation purchased equipment and dedication will be scheduled. Jr. Lifeguard grant purchases arrived and will be distributed to the respective districts. Masks and snorkels for the Water Safety Officers were purchased will be distributed within the next few weeks. The Chief attended a USLA (United States Live Saving Association) Board of Directors Conference and gained information regarding certification and other ongoing issues. Shark sighting protocol has been implemented. In the event of a shark sighting, a person would notify a lifeguard or call 911. New SOP and discipline procedures are now in consultation with HGEA. Support Services Division EMS Bureau: Storekeeper, Thomas Clark, was a recipient of the County Employee of the Year Award. They conducted a first in-house EMT refresher training. MICT applications have been submitted. The EMT class completed EMT basic internship in November. Training Bureau: Volunteer Training Section: 14 volunteer companies and 61 volunteers were trained in the East. 7 volunteer companies and 47 volunteers were trained in the West. Prevention Bureau: There was one investigation in MiloliÓi in which they used a canine. Auxiliary Services: Headsets were ordered for dispatch.