(A) This section is designed to provide a list of actions the Fire Department should consider when this plan is activated.
(B) The Fire Department is responsible for fire protection services in the village.
(1) The following tasks represent a checklist of actions this Department should consider in an emergency or disaster situation:
(a) Establish and/or respond to designated command post and staging area;
(b) Designate a staging assistant to record the arrival and deployment of emergency personnel and equipment;
(c) Assist law enforcement in warning the affected population;
(d) Perform search and rescue;
(e) Protect critical facilities and resources;
(f) Assist law enforcement with evacuation, if needed;
(g) Assist the Public Works Department and utilities with shutting down gas and electric services, if necessary; and
(h) Send a representative to the village emergency operations center.
(2) Other responsibilities may include:
(a) Assist with traffic control;
(b) Assist with debris clearance;
(c) If the county EOC is activated, establish and maintain contact with the person representing fire services; and
(d) If additional assistance is necessary, utilize mutual aid agreements and/or contracts with other fire departments.
(Ord. passed 8-9-2010)