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FIRE DEPARTMENT
TOWN OF NEWCASTLE
REPORT TO THE GENERAL PURPOSE AND ADMINISTRATION
COMMITTEE - MEETING OF FEBRUARY 18, 1985.
REPORT NO. FD 5-85.
SUBJECT: Annual Fire Report for 1984.
RECOMMENDATION:
It is respectfully recommended:
1 . ) THAT this report be received for information.
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Annual Fire Report on activities and fire losses for 1984, for the Town of
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February 12, 1985.
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Annual Report 1984
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CONTENTS PAGE
1 . INTRODUCTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
2. ORGANIZATION CHART . 3
3. FULL TIME STAFF. . . . . . 4
4. LIST OF PART-TIME FIREFIGHTERS . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
5. FIRE LOSS STATISTICS , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , 9
6. MAJOR FIRES IN 1984 , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , 12
7. ALARM BREAKDOWN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
8. VEHICLE INVENTORY , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , 17
9. FIRE PREVENTION PROGRAM , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , 18
10. SUMMARY OF FIRE PREVENTION INSPECTIONS . . . . . . . . 20
ii. HOME INSPECTION PROGRAM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
12. FIRE PREVENTION WEEK , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , 22
13. TRAINING REPORT , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , 23
14. MECHANICAL DIVISION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
TOWN OF NEWCASTLE FIRE DEPARTMENT
1984 ANNUAL REPORT
HIS WORSHIP MAYOR GARNET B. RICKARD - and -
MEMBERS OF COUNCIL:
Ladies and Gentlemen:
The 1984 Annual Report of the Town of Newcastle Fire Department is sub-
mitted for your review and information.
Your Fire Department responded to 491 calls during the year, an increase
of 59 calls over the previous year. This increase in calls is partially
due to the new development in the Courtice area and also reflects a 45%
increase in public assistance service calls.
The estimated fire loss for 1984 was $526,530.00, which is a decrease
from the 1983 estimated loss of $643,454.00.
It is with regret that we report one fire fatality for 1984.
With the approval of Council , a new position was created in 1984 of Fire
Prevention Officer (part-time) . Fire Prevention was given top priority
in 1984 with increased inspections throughout the Town of Newcastle. A
home fire inspection program was introduced in 1984 along with increased
fire safety courses and demonstrations. A report submitted by the Fire
Prevention Office is included for your interest.
During 1984 Council approval was received to upgrade the Department's
communication equipment and retrofit a 1971 Pumper:
1 . ) All Fire Department equipment is now equipped with three radio fre-
quencies,
(a) Town of Newcastle frequency,
(b) Durham Region Fire frequency, and
(c) Ontario Fire Marshal frequency,
which now provides for this Department to operate and communicate in time
of regional or provincial disaster or emergency.
2. ) The 1971 Ford Pumper was retrofitted by Almonte Fire Trucks Limited.
This retrofit included a design change to extend the cab to form a crew
cab with bench seat, which offers an increased measure of safety, relieving
firefighters of riding on the rear of the truck. All corroded metal was
replaced and the vehicle paint colour changed to yellow. The vehicle was
placed in service at Station 03, Orono, replacing the 1964 Pumper.
A study was completed in 1984 to evaluate the Municipal fire services of
the Town of Newcastle and to evaluate the impact on these services caused
by the Darlington Generating Station. The recommendations and final analy-
sis of this document will assist the Municipality in future years with Fire
Department Planning.
The Department is grateful to the Mayor, Council and Fire Department Liaison
Member, (Councillor Edward R. Woodyard) , for their leadership and support.
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There has been an improved overall staff performance in the past year,
which is a result of the many extra hours of training that has been made
available to all Fire Department members. The Platoon Chief is to be
commended for the time and effort he has contributed to these sessions.
On behalf of the Fire Department I would like to take this opportunity
to thank all those who continue to provide the assistance and co-operation,
which is so essential in providing this emergency service.
J. Aldridge,
Fire Chief.
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NEWCASTLE FIRE DEPARTMENT ORGANIZATION CHART
TOWN COUNCIL
GENERAL PURPOSE &
ADMINISTRATION CTTE.
ADMINISTRATOR
LIAISON COUNCILLOR i'-'--'-- FIRE CHIEF
w PLATOON CHIEF
Fire Dept. Secretary
DIVISION OF DIVISION OF DIVISION OF FIRE SUPPRESSION, DIVISION OF DIVISION OF
ADMINISTRATION FIRE PREVENTION RESCUE, SALVAGE & COMMUNICATION APPARATUS & EQUIPMENT TRAINING
FIRE STATION #1 l FIRE STATION #2 1 FIRE STATION #3 � IFIRE STATION #4
DISTRICT FIRE CHIEFS - 3
DEPUTY DISTRICT CHIEFS - 2
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2 - FULL TIME 4 - CAPTAINS 4 - CAPTAINS 4 - CAPTAINS
5 - CAPTAINS 12 - FIREFIGHTERS 13 - FIREFIGHTERS 10 - FIREFIGHTERS
14 - FIREFIGHTERS
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NEWCASTLE FIRE DEPARTMENT
HEADQUARTERS STATION #1 - 132 CHURCH ST. , BOWMANVILLE
PERSONNEL
FIRE CHIEF
J. ALDRIDGE
PLATOON CHIEF
D. GREGG CORDEN
PART-TIME FIRE PREVENTION OFFICER
Howard Davey
FULL TIME FIREFIGHTERS
G. Brown
W. Lyle
CONFIDENTIAL SECRETARY
Mrs. Sheila Roman
At the end of 1984, the strength of the Department, including the Fire Chief,
Platoon Chief and full time firefighters, remained at four full time, with
one part-time Fire Prevention Officer and 69 part-time firefighters.
ANSWERING SERVICE PERSONNEL
Mrs. Grace Player
Mrs. Judy Davey
Mrs. Greta Luxton
In 1984 Bell Canada was contacted and asked to do a brief study into the
fire emergency telephone numbers in the Town of Newcastle. This was ini-
tiated because some of the residents of the Municipality, in remote areas ,
were experiencing problems reaching the Fire Department. Long distance
charges were incurred for these residents to reach their Fire Department.
Bell Canada came forward with a proposal to all Durham Region Fire Depart-
ments, suggesting that all Fire Departments ' emergency phone numbers end
with the digits 9111 .
This recommendation was found favourable by Council and in October the
emergency telephone numbers were changed over to 623-9111 and 983-9111 .
A toll free number, Zenith 91111 , was also made available to those resi-
dents of the Municipality where previously long distance charges were in-
curred.
The new number system appears to have been well accepted by the public
and the Fire Department has been extremely pleased with the change over.
All radio equipment (mobile and portable) was updated in 1984 to three
channel frequency. This gives the Fire Department the availability, in
time of possible disaster, and the capability of transmitting and receiving
on three channels - Newcastle Fire Department, Durham Region Fire Department
and the Ontario Fire Marshal frequency.
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FIRE STATION #1 - Headquarters, 132 Church Street, Bowmanville.
PART-TIME FIREFIGHTERS
CAPTAIN - John Carter
CAPTAIN - Howard Davey
CAPTAIN - Lloyd Forsey
CAPTAIN - Graydon Brown
CAPTAIN - William Lyle
Fireman - George Moore
Fireman - Steve Davey
Fireman - Bruce Goudey
Fireman - Dave Boyd
Fireman - Don Forsey
Fireman - Patrick Mothersill
Fireman - Michael Murphy
Fireman - Bruce Smith
Fireman - Doug Taylor
Fireman - Gordon Weir
Fireman - Ronald Carter
Fireman - Irwin Colwell
Fireman - Brian Smith
Fireman - Eric Patterson
Resignations
Fireman - John Lyle (September 12, 1984)
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FIRE STATION 02 - 247 King Street East, Newcastle.
PART-TIME FIREFIGHTERS
DISTRICT FIRE CHIEF - Samuel Brereton
DISTRICT DEPUTY CHIEF - Alfred Alldread
CAPTAIN - Peter DeJong
CAPTAIN - Claude Miller
CAPTAIN - Donald Holmes
CAPTAIN - Ronald Potter
Fireman - Donald Oke
Fireman - Jamie Wright
Fireman - Jeff Alldread
Fireman - Cecil Miller
Fireman - Robert Wood
Fireman - Douglas McCurdy
Fireman - Jeffery Langley
Fireman - Gregory Martin
Fireman - Frank Hoar
Fireman - Roger Peel
Fireman - Chris Cooper
Fireman - Gerald Huber
Resignations
Fireman - Wayne Yarrow (August 13, 1984)
Fireman - William Couch (August 23, 1984)
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FIRE STATION #3 - Main Street, Orono.
PART-TIME FIREFIGHTERS
DISTRICT FIRE CHIEF -
DISTRICT DEPUTY CHIEF - Jack Mercer
CAPTAIN - Harvey Partner
CAPTAIN - Gerald Duvall
CAPTAIN - Mel Hartwig
CAPTAIN - Francis Tennant
Fireman - Robert Jackson
Fireman - David MacGillivary
Fireman - John Gray
Fireman - Terry Hardy
Fireman - Jim Partner
Fireman - Dave Forrester
Fireman - Ron Talsma
Fireman - John Clapdorp
Fireman - Norm Tillson
Fireman - Ron White
Fireman - Don McLaren
Fireman - Larry Jackson
Fireman - Allan Luke
Resignations
District Fire Chief - Ross Mercer (May 31 , 1984)
Fireman - James Hutton (October 29, 1984)
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FIRE STATION 04 - Trulls Road o d North, Courtice.
PART-TIME FIREFIGHTERS
DISTRICT FIRE CHIEF - Patrick Drumm
CAPTAIN - Marion Hockney
CAPTAIN - James McIntyre
CAPTAIN - Robert Marsh
CAPTAIN - John Pittens
Fireman - Randy Cole
Fireman - Robert Hockney
Fireman - Bev Heath
Fireman - Maurice Wicks
Fireman - Wilson Reid
Fireman - Mike Kadykalo
Fireman - Gabriel Merkac
Fireman - Stanley Watt
Fireman - Robert Wilson
Fireman - Tom Simpson
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FIRE LOSS STATISTICS
YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 1984
ALARMS FOR 1984 491
BUILDING VALUE $3,581 ,700
BUILDING LOSS $ 296,275
CONTENT VALUE $2,146,800
CONTENT LOSS $ 122,775
VEHICLE VALUE $ 214,475
VEHICLE LOSS $ 101 ,610
OTHER LOSSES $ 5,870
PER CAPITA LOSS $ 16.58
(Based on 1984 population of 31 ,755 persons , there is
a decrease from $20.22 for 1983) .
BURNING PERMITS ISSUED
BOWMANVILLE - 241
NEWCASTLE _ 25
ORONO _ 4
ANSWERING SERVICE
LOCATION #1 - 188 calls
LOCATION #2 - 401 calls
LOCATION #3 - 230 calls
VISITORS TO STATION
STATION #1 _ 580
STATION #2 _ 74
STATION #3 _ 48
STATION #4 _ 92
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TOTAL FIRE LOSS
1979 1984
1 ,400,000
1 ,200,000
1 ,000,000
900,000
800,000
700,000
600,000
500,000
400,000
300,000
200,000
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1984 MONTHLY FIRE LOSS RECORDS
BUILDING & CONTENT BUILDING & CONTENT VEHICLE
MONTH ALARMS VALUE LOSS LOSS
JANUARY 22 $ 66,000 $ 6,100 $ 125
FEBRUARY 56 283,000 650 500
MARCH 40 1 ,535,500 12,300 8,500
APRIL 62 35,000 25
MAY 35 125,000 33,025 4,610
JUNE 36 133,800 43,600 4,400
JULY 33 72,500 10,100 3,800
AUGUST 58 328,100 44,000 14,900
SEPTEMBER 28 230,000 128,000 7,050
OCTOBER 30 661 ,000 23,075 17,325
NOVEMBER 41 150,100 43,000 24,500
DECEMBER 50 2,108,500 75,200 15,900
TOTALS 491 5,728,500 419,075 101 ,610
Column #3: These are estimated values on buildings and contents where fires occur.
Column #4: These are estimated losses of buildings and contents where fires occur.
Column #5: Total loss of vehicles on public highways and areas in the Town of Newcastle.
FIRE LOSSES
MAJOR FIRES DURING 1984
THE FOLLOWING REPRESENT MAJOR FIRE LOSS DURING 1984
FEBRUARY 27 Dwelling (vacant) R. R. #1 , Orono, Ont. $40,000
MAY 25 Dwelling Newtonville, Ontario $25,000
JUNE 15 Dwelling Newtonville, Ontario $25,000
AUGUST 2 Vehicle King St. , Bowmanville $8,000
AUGUST 5 Dwelling Tyrone, Ontario $15 ,000
SEPTEMBER 2 Barn & livestock Lot 4, Conc. 3, Darlington $128,000
OCTOBER 14 Dwelling (under construction) Courtice $20,000
OCTOBER 5 Vehicle D.R.P. Cruiser $10,000
NOVEMBER 8 Vehicle 149 High St. , Bowmanville $6,000
NOVEMBER 14 Trailer Lot 31 , Conc. 2, Clarke $7,000
NOVEMBER 16 Dwelling 106 Parkway, Bowmanville $10,000
NOVEMBER 20 Vehicle Hwy. #57 & 10th Conc. $10,000
NOVEMBER 23 School Courtice High School $15,000
NOVEMBER 25 Garage R. R. #2, Newcastle $10,000
DECEMBER 21 Dwelling Main Street, Orono $65,000
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TOWN OF NEWCASTLE FIRE DEPARTMENT
ANNUAL REPORT
(1984)
FIRE ALARMS
Fire Station 91 , Bowmanville 301
Fire Station #2, Newcastle 66
Fire Station 93, Orono 55
Fire Station #4, Courtice 69
TOTAL CALLS. . . . . 491
The following is a breakdown of the
methods used to transmit fire alarms
to the Fire Department.
BREAKDOWN METHOD USED
Telephone - 413
Municipal Panel - 36
Radio - 1
Verbal - 16
Police - 24
Ambulance - l
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FIRE DEPARTMENT ACTIVITIES 1984
The Fire Department responded to a total of 491 alarms from all
occupancies during 1984.
DWELLINGS 158
RESTAURANTS 3
SCHOOLS 13
DAY CARE CENTRES 2
WAREHOUSES 1
BARNS/SHEDS 8
CHURCHES 1
VEHICLES 75
LUMBER YARDS
SALVAGE YARDS 1
SCHOOL YARDS
CLEANING ESTABLISHMENTS
THEATRES
COMMERCIAL BUILDINGS 10
APARTMENTS 11
HOSPITALS 4
PUBLIC ASSEMBLY BUILDINGS 5
GRASS/RUBBISH 100
SERVICE STATIONS 6
INDUSTRIES 22
HOTELS/MOTELS 5
AMUSEMENT CENTRES
BANKS
ARENAS
NURSING HOMES
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SENIOR CITIZENS' RESIDENCE 1
MUSEUMS 1
MISCELLANEOUS 53
TOTAL FOR THE YEAR 491
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CLASSIFICATION OF CAUSES
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CHIMNEY FIRES 48
INSTALLATION DEFICIENCIES 1
OIL FURNACES 10
COOKING EQUIP./GREASE FIRES 5
ELECTRIC WIRING/MOTORS 24
GRASS/BUSH 62
RUBBISH 41
SMOKERS MATERIAL/MATCHES 7
OPEN FLAMES/HOT ASHES/EMBERS 2
SPRINKLER PRESSURE SURGE (ACCIDENTAL) 1
FALSE ALARMS 46
VEHICLE ACCIDENTS 21
VEHICLE FIRES 41
STEAM/SMOKE/ODOURS (MISTAKEN FOR FIRE) 22
GASOLINE WASHDOWN 15
FLAMMABLE LIQUIDS 2
PUBLIC SERVICE 57
REPAIR GARAGE/WORK SHOPS
INCENDIARY NATURE 1
PROPANE BLOW TORCH
SPONTANEOUS COMBUSTION 6
LIGHTNING STRIKE 3
ASSISTS TO OTHER HALLS 39
RESUSCITATOR CALL 1
UNDETERMINED 4
MISCELLANEOUS 32
TOTAL FOR THE YEAR 491
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VEHICLES AND APPARATUS USED FOR 1984
FOR EMERGENCY RESPONSE
STATION #1 , BOWMANVILLE
Car 1 139 times
Unit 2 93
Unit 4 37
Unit 8 104 "
Unit 11 55 "
Unit 12 63 "
Unit 14 86
STATION #2, NEWCASTLE
Unit 5 49 "
Unit 15 11 "
STATION #3, ORONO
Unit 3 38
Unit 9 15
STATION #4, COURTICE
Unit 7 3
Unit 10 63 "
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TOWN OF NEWCASTLE FIRE DEPARTMENT
VEHICLE INVENTORY
All vehicles are radio equipped.
Unit 7 - 1950 Bickle Seagrave - G.M.C. Chassis - 6 Cylinder
500 G.P.M. - 450 gallon water tank.
Unit 2 - 1959 King Seagrave on Ford Chassis - 625 G.P.M. -
3 stage pump - 500 gallon water tank.
Unit 5 - 1965 King Seagrave on G.M.C. Chassis - 625 G.P.M. -
500 gallon water tank.
Unit 3 - 1971 King Seagrave on Ford Chassis - 840 G.P.M. -
2 stage pump - 600 gallon water tank.
Unit 4 - 1974 Tanker on a Ford Chassis - 250 G.P.M. - P.T.O.
pump - 1500 gallon water tank.
Unit 9 - 1977 Tanker on a G.M.C. Chassis - 250 G.P.M. -
P.T.O. pump - 1500 gallon water tank.
Unit 1 - 1979 Pontiac Station Wagon.
Unit 10 - 1979 Pierreville Truck on a G.M.C. Chassis - 840
G.P.M. - Waterous pump 2 stage - 600 gallon tank.
Unit 11 - 1980 Ford 4 x 4 Pickup Truck.
Unit 12 - 1981 Pierreville 75 ft. Water Tower & Aerial
Ladder - 450 gallon water tank - 840 G.P.M.
Unit 8 - 1981 Grumman Olson Van on a G.M.C. chassis.
Unit 14 - 1983 Chevrolet Malibu Station Wagon.
Unit 15 - 1984 Tanker on a G.M.C. Chassis - 250 G.P.M. -
P.T.O. pump - 1500 gallon water tank.
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TOWN OF NEWCASTLE FIRE DEPARTMENT
FIRE PREVENTION PROGRAM
In the performance of the duties of the Fire Prevention Officer, I
would like to familiarize you with some of our ideas, and accomplish-
ments in 1984.
The Fire Prevention Program is relatively new to most people and has
been well received by the general public. The Ontario Fire Code can
be used to enforce regulations, but "selling" fire prevention is the
key to obtaining compliance.
The first undertaking in the program was to inspect all municipally
owned buildings in the Town of Newcastle, these to be brought up to
fire safety standards.
Garages or service stations, with gasoline outlets, were the next
priority. It was found that due to the fluctuation of gasoline prices,
people were transporting gasoline in unapproved containers for which
both service station operators and consumers can be prosecuted. All
gasoline outlet operators were informed of the regulations regarding
the transporting of flammable liquids, as set out in the Fire Code,
and information was distributed describing approved containers, and
penalties if violated.
Restaurants were inspected next, followed by stores, offices, busi-
nesses and factories.
Church buildings are now being inspected. The portion used for ban-
quets and meetings, other than for religious purposes, classified as
assembly occupancies, must meet fire safety regulations, as set out
in the Fire Code.
It is our objective to visit all commercial and industrial occupancies
at least once each year.
A continuing program of lectures and demonstrations regarding fire
safety and the use of fire fighting equipment is in effect. For ex-
ample, fire extinguisher demonstrations were given at the following
locations :-
Fifth Wheel Truck Stop
Shell Canada Gas Station
Bank of Montreal
Clarke High School
Nel Gor Nursing Home
Southaven Nursing Home
Fire safety lectures were conducted at Forestree Place, Memorial Hospital ,
Nel Gor Nursing Home, Durham Area Housing and Clarke High School and
were also given to church and school groups, Cub and Scout packs.
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In addition, the following Departments and Agencies are dealt with
relevant to plan approvals and regulation enforcement:
Department of Planning & Development
Department of Public Works (Newcastle)
Department of Public Works (Durham Region)
Ontario Hydro, Inspection Branch
Ontario Liquor Licence Board
Ontario Ministry of Community and Social Services
Ontario Ministry of the Solicitor General
Ontario Ministry of Commercial and Consumer
Relations (Technical Standards-Energy Branch)
Northumberland-Newcastle Board of Education
Durham Regional Police
Underwriters Laboratories of Canada
Canadian Standards Association
Without the extended assistance of the news media, our efforts in
Fire Prevention would have been much less effective. We acknowledge
a debt of gratitude.
Inspection requests for solid fuel burning appliances continued through-
out the year totalling approximately 81 inspections.
H. Davey,
Fire Prevention Officer.
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SUMMARY OF FIRE PREVENTION INSPECTIONS
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ASSEMBLY: Schools, Churches, Clubs, Restaurants,
Arenas 226
INSTITUTIONAL: Nursing Homes, Special Care Hospitals 62
RESIDENTIAL: Apartments , Motels , Hotels, Private
Residences (including home inspection
program) . 1 ,758
BUSINESS AND
PERSONAL SERVICE: Shops , Dry Cleaners, Offices 69
MERCANTILE: Department Stores, Shops, Supermarkets 198
INDUSTRIAL: Garages, Factories, Spray Painting 129
BUILDING
PLANS: New Construction, Alterations , Department
of Planning and Development 80
PETROLEUM
PRODUCTS: Flammable Storage Tanks, Handling Codes 44
MISCELLANEOUS: Complaints (yards , alleys , etc. ) 40
HYDRO DEFECTS: Wiring, Electric Panels , Extension Cords 13
DEPARTMENTAL
INQUIRIES: Regarding Fire Department 239
SOLID FUEL
BURNING APPLIANCES: Woodstoves , etc. inspections 81
TOTAL FOR YEAR: 2,939
INCENDIARY NATURE FIRES: 5
PENDING: 1
CHARGES LAID: --
CONVICTIONS: 1
FATALITY BY FIRE: 1
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TOWN OF NEWCASTLE FIRE DEPARTMENT
HOME INSPECTION PROGRAM
A new residential home inspection program was started in 1984 using
in service crews of part-time firefighters. Approximately 1 ,653
houses were inspected and the program was well received by home
owners.
Inspections did not cover all of the Town of Newcastle, but we hope
to expand this program in 1985. The home inspections were carried
out by an in service inspection crew, where radio equipped fire appa-
ratus made block by block inspections of prescribed areas, while re-
maining in service for emergency calls.
Some of the most common problems found on the inspections related to
smoke alarms. Some did not work at all . Some were installed in wrong
locations. Others had batteries removed because the alarm was set
off frequently as a result of being installed too close to cooking
equipment. In a situation such as this , we would suggest changing
the location or type of alarm.
These inspections gave the residents a chance to talk with a fire-
fighter in other than emergency conditions, and also lead to follow-
up inspections on wood stove installations , etc.
Minor changes were recommended in some cases so that a residence met
with fire safety regulations. Information was left on storing and
drying fire wood, proper appliance and chimney installations and
regular chimney cleaning and maintenance for the proper operation of
solid fuel burning appliances. We find that if home owners request
installation information and advice before installing appliances or
chimneys, safer installations result and costly alterations are
eliminated.
Emergency fire telephone stickers were also distributed to all homes
at this time.
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TOWN OF NEWCASTLE FIRE DEPARTMENT
FIRE PREVENTION WEEK
OCTOBER 8th - 14th, 1984.
Once again we are pleased to report the activities of a successful
Fire Prevention Week.
All schools (28) in the Municipality had participated in fire drills
conducted by the Fire Department. Evacuation times and areas of con-
cern were noted and the number of fire drills that had been conducted
during the first semester, recorded. Written reports were sent to
school principals and school boards.
During Fire Prevention Week demonstrations and displays of vehicles
and equipment were held daily at Fire Station #1 with presentations
inside on home fire safety, including films on the proper installa-
tion of wood stoves and use of fire extinguishers.
A total of 14 school groups visited with the Department totalling 250
children.
The Hurst Rescue Tool (Jaws of Life) was demonstrated. Firefighters
were placed in wrecked vehicles, simulating actual rescues. A prac-
tical fire extinguisher demonstration was conducted with participants
from the crowd learning to extinguish small fires. Our aerial ladder
proved to be interesting to all in attendance. The new fire telephone
number stickers were distributed to all visitors. Great interest was
shown, with response estimated at about 500 visitors.
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TRAINING REPORT
Fire fighting is the type of profession that is continually changing.
With the introduction of new types of chemicals and materials, differ-
ent types of building construction and nuclear power on our door step,
specialized techniques and training have become an important factor in
the everyday life of a firefighter. No matter how many times you attend
fires, there is always something that differs from the last one.
In keeping up-to-date with the training it enables us as firefighters
to become aware of the problems that may occur and how we should handle
them in emergency situations. The continuing success of our ongoing
training programs is reflected by the efficient fire fighting operations
performed by the firefighters.
There were five training sessions held monthly, each of the four stations
had a training session plus an additional session was held at Station One
for the benefit of shift workers unable to attend their station for
training.
JANUARY - Stations 1 and 4 - indoor exercise - procedure and
use of venitlation practices (horizontal , vertical
and mechanical ) . A film was shown with discussions
afterwards on principles and techniques of ventila-
tion.
Station 2 - indoor exercise - tanker operations.
A film was shown with discussions on operations and
procedures of tanker trucks in preparation for the
new tanker truck to be put into service.
Station 3 - indoor exercise - ropes, knots and
hitches. A film was shown with a practical exercise
taking place afterwards on the tying, uses and
applications.
FEBRUARY - Stations 1 and 4 - outdoor exercise - ground and
aerial ladder operations. The proper use of ladders,
ladder raises, ladder carries , maintenance and care
for ladders , proper placement and positioning of
ladders.
Stations 2 and 3 - indoor exercise - procedure and
use of ventilation practices (horizontal , vertical
and mechanical ) . A film was shown with discussions
afterwards on principles and techniques of ventilation.
MARCH - Station 1 - outdoor exercise - operation and use of
auto extrication equipment, practical use of equip-
ment on smashed automobiles.
Stations 2, 3 and 4 - ground ladders. The proper
use of ladders, ladder raises, ladder carries ,
maintenance and care for ladders, proper placement
and positioning of ladders. Station 2 indoor exer-
cise for familiarization with Unit 15, the operation
and equipment location on the apparatus. Station
3, outdoor exercise on operation and use of auto
extrication equipment, practical use of equipment
on smashed automobiles.
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Training, cont'd.
APRIL - Stations 1 , 3 and 4 - indoor exercise - self-
contained breathing apparatus. A practical
exercise was conducted on uses, care, mainten-
ance and wearing of SCBA.
Station 2 - outdoor exercise - tank truck
operations. Practical exercise was conducted
on the procedures of tank truck use at fire
scenes with regards to portable tank, portable
pumps and direct tanker to pumper connections.
MAY - Station 1 - outdoor exercise - pumper and aerial
operations. Positioning of trucks, hose layouts
and use of water tower.
Stations 2 and 3 - outdoor exercise - pumper
and tanker operations. Procedures in fire fighting,
uses of portable pumps, portable tanks , and re-
filling from different types of water sources.
Station 4 - outdoor exercise - pumper operations.
Use of portable pumps and hydrant hook-up for water
supply.
JUNE - Stations 1 , 2, 3 and 4 - operation and use of
auto extrication equipment. Practical use of
equipment on smashed automobiles . Practical
application of hose streams on vehicle fires.
JULY - Stations 1 , 2, 3 and 4 - outdoor exercise -
general review of equipment, its location on
the trucks and familiarization with its practical
use. Theory and practical operation of the flynn
ventilators.
AUGUST - Stations 1 , 2, 3 and 4 - outdoor exercise - flam-
mable liquid fires theory and practical evolution.
Types of foam, foam application, pump pressures ,
nozzle settings and different types of foam appli-
cating nozzles. Station 1 personnel took part in
an on site tour of Darlington Generating Station 's
buildings, their locations, contents and any pos-
sible hazard area that the fire department may
encounter.
SEPTEMBER - Stations 1 , 2, 3 and 4 - indoor exercise - theory
and practical exercise was conducted on basic
first aid, C.P.R. and the operation of the flynn
ventilator
OCTOBER - Stations 1 , 2, 3 and 4 - outdoor exercise - prac-
tical evolution on ladders, proper placement and
positioning, donning of self-contained breathing
apparatus, advancing hose lines, equipment and
climbing ladders with SCBA. Theory and practical
use of salvage covers.
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NOVEMBER - Stations 1 , 2, 3 and 4 - indoor exercise - theory
on how to handle choking victims, conscious or
unconscious. Film shown on vehicle fires , how
to apply hose streams and what you might encounter
in vehicle fires. Film shown on the Mississauga
and Medonte Township train derailments involving
hazardous materials. Station 2 reviewed equip-
ment found in the basic auto extrication kit.
Station 3 reviewed the operation of rebuilt Unit
3 as well as the location of hose and equipment
on this apparatus.
DECEMBER - Stations 1 , 2, 3 and 4 - indoor exercise - types
of forcible entry tools were shown with a discus-
sion as to their practical application in fire
fighters gaining entry into buildings.
In the latter part of 1984, we began to offer weekly training sessions
for the full time firefighters as well as any part-time firefighters
who wished to participate. These sessions are conducted on Tuesday
and Thursday mornings. Training conducted is theory and practical
evolutions of all aspects of fire fighting and rescue work.
In February, twelve members took part in a C.P.R. Certificate training
program. I would like to congratulate the members who participated
and graduated, receiving their C.P.R. Certificate.
In May, a fire safety lecture and fire extinguisher demonstration was
given to the students of Clarke High School who were involved in the
co-op education program. Also during this month, one member attended
a high level rescue course conducted at the Toronto Fire Academy.
In June, several members took part in daytime tours of businesses and
industries, to familiarize themselves with the buildings, hazard areas,
equipment location, storage areas and fire fighting tactics that might
be put to use during the time of an emergency situation.
In September, two members took part in a weekend fire fighting course
at the Ontario Fire College, Gravenhurst. Also during this month,
several members took part in an Ontario Fire Code Seminar put on by
the Office of the Fire Marshal .
In October, two members took part in a one day seminar on arson at the
Toronto Fire Academy. Also during this month, one member took part in
a one week course on Arson Fire Investigation. at the Ontario Police Col-
lege, Aylmer. During Fire Prevention Week several members assisted in
conducting station tours and practical demonstrations such as auto ex-
trication, hose lines and master stream devices as well as fire extin-
guishers and SCBA exercises.
In November, two members took part in a weekend firefighting course at
the Ontario Fire College, Gravenhurst. Also during this month, a fire
safety lecture and fire extinguisher demonstration was given to the
students of Clarke High School who were involved with the co-op educa-
tion program.
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I would like to take this opportunity to thank all those members who
took part in courses, demonstrations , tours and training exercises
that were conducted over the past year.
D. G. Corden,
Platoon Chief.
MECHANICAL DIVISION
The Mechanical Division (Firefighter maintenance Graydon Brown) is
responsible for the servicing and maintenance of all powered and
unpowered vehicles and equipment owned by the Department and the
maintenance of a complete and comprehensive history of each piece
of equipment. Also, help is provided to the Chief with specifica-
tions on new fire vehicles and equipment to be replaced.
All vehicles and apparatus are serviced on a three month rotation
with engine tune ups and wheel brakes inspected yearly. Vehicles
receive mechanical certification every three years.
An Ontario Fire Marshal grant was approved for an additional Auto
Extrication Kit. This equipment was purchased and placed in service
at Station #2 to provide extrication coverage to the eastern portion
of the 401 Highway in the Municipality.
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