Department Info Flashcards
Chiefs/Key People
Mayor: Jon Tory
Chief: Mathew Pegg
Acting Chief/Dep Ops: Jim Jessop
Dep Training/Technical Ops: Jim Kay
Dep Community Risk Reduction: Larry Cocco
Dep Admin: Debbie Higgins
Dep Comms, Tech, Performance: Tony Bavota
Population/Growth
2.9 Million
Approx 45,000 per year
6 Former Cities
Ranks
Chief Deputy Chief Division Commander Platoon Chief District Chief Captain Acting Captain Senior FF FF Probie
Stations and Apparatus
82 Stations
- 54 Pumps
- 28 Rescue Pumps
- 29 Aerials
- 5 Squads
- 2 Haz
- 2 High Rise
- 4 Air/Light
- 2 Command
- 15 DC’s
Credo
Courage to move forward, Compassion in everything we do, Service without boundaries
Mission
Dedicated to protecting life, property and the environment through education, prevention and emergency response
Vision
To be a proactive leader in the value added delivery of fire prevention, protection and emergency services to meet the current and evolving diverse needs of our communities
Values
Integrity, Professional Development, Accountability, Teamwork, Innovation
Budget
Operating: $495,928,600
Capital: $6,104,000
Public Perception
Viewed favourably
Prompt response time is the main reason for satisfaction
Dependability and Trustworthiness is the main reason for confidence
Accessibility to service
Staff Perception
Wants to do more than expected of them in their job Passionate about job Proud to work for TFS Feeling of accomplishment Treated with respect
Ops Department
Emergency response crews are deployed from 83 fire stations across the city on a 24/7, 365 days per year basis. Operations crews respond to emergencies that include fires, rescues, medical emergencies, hazardous materials incidents, road accidents, and other disasters and emergencies. Technical operations include technical rope rescue, ice/water rescue, auto extrication, confined space rescue, heavy urban search and rescue operations and trench rescue.
Disaster Response and Event Support
TFS provides specialized support and response to emergencies involving Chemical, Biological, Radiological, Nuclear and Explosive (CBRNE) hazards and those with mass victims or where Heavy Urban Search and Rescue (HUSAR) is needed, both within the City and as requested by the provincial and/or federal governments. TFS also provides support for a variety of large-scale events, including the Canadian National Exhibition and coordinates specialized responses to events within the city.
Future Budget/Additions
New Downsview Station/Crew in 2022 New Woodbine Station/Crew beyond 2031 New Fireboat New Christie Station New Lower Don Lands Station New Towers Active Shooter TF
Staff Numbers
2,714 Operations
235 Public Education and Prevention
42 Training, Planning and Technical Operations
102 Communications, Technology and Organizational Performance
62 Admin, Recruitment, Policy and PIO
21 OEM
7 Chiefs and Senior Management
Responses (2019)
Average 365 daily incidents with 836 trucks (2019)
53% Medical, 26.3% Fire (2019)
Majority of fires are Residential
EFRF
Fire Stats
Preventable Fire Fatalities: 8-15 (2015-19)
Majority of fires Accidental
Leading residential ignition sources: cooking, smoking, electrical
Challenges
Vertical Growth: HR fires require 2.5 times more personnel
Densification and Congestion
Diversity and Inclusion
Fiscal Sustainability and Budget Challenges
Importance of Fire Prevention and Public Education
Succession Planning
Budget
Short-staffed (10% trucks OOS, up to 25%)
Meeting EFF
Health and Wellness
Increase in deadly fires
Strategic Direction
Keeping our communities safe
Empowering our people
Strengthening our partnerships
Improving our performance
2019 Transformation Plan
Improve service delivery Make organizational improvements Build an inclusive and diverse workforce Enhance training and leadership development Prioritize employee wellness Commit to continuous improvement
Future Growth
500,000 more in core by 2030 Ontario Line, New LRT Housing questions? Skyscraper development Economic downturn? COVID recovery Fastest growing city in North America
General Responsibilities
Understand and follow Chain of Command
Comply with uniform SOG, well-groomed
Psychologically and physically prepared to respond to emergencies of any kind
Work at heights or in a confined space as required.
Wears supplied safety equipment and uniforms
Must be accepting of others differences and able to live and work with other firefighters in close quarters throughout shifts, where firefighters depend and trust each other to perform their duties successfully whether it be sharing routine tasks at the fire station, or providing services at an emergency scene
Performs all work duties and activities in a safe and effective manner in accordance with City and TFS policies and procedures
Additional Duties
Continually maintain a high standard of professionalism, integrity, reliability and credibility, which are fundamental requirements for this position.
Function as an integral member of the City of Toronto workforce to support corporate vision and mission statements.
Function as an integral member of the Toronto Fire Service workforce to deliver and support Division specific vision and mission statements.
Function as an integral member of the Toronto Fire Service emergency response team to deliver and support Division specific goals of emergency response and preparedness.
Non–Emergency Duties
Cleans, inspects and maintains equipment and apparatus on a daily basis.
Conducts full maintenance/safety check of vehicles and equipment.
Performs routine preventative maintenance tasks to equipment and apparatus.
Keeps fire station, equipment, quarters and grounds clean and orderly on a daily basis.
Completes all required training and retraining as assigned within the prescribed time periods indicated.
Participates in preplanning to familiarize themselves with immediate response area and new or unusual buildings in the station’s district, and with streets and roads under construction.
Educates the public about fire prevention and fire safety practices.
Participates in Pre-Incident Fire Planning.
Conducts fire safety inspections.
Emergency Duties
Immediately responds in a timely fashion and deals with fire, medical, rescue and other emergency and non-emergency related calls as required.
Performs all emergency scene duties assigned such as but not limited to, firefighting, forcible entry, search and rescue, carrying hoses, climbing ladders, hooking hoses up to hydrants, breaking through walls and ceilings, protecting those in danger due to a fire, overhaul, technical rescues, emergency medical treatment and CPR hazardous materials scene support, property conservation, environmental conservation, and secures emergency scene for the safety of the public and other Firefighters.
Drives/operates any apparatus/vehicles in accordance with policy and Highway Traffic Act (HTA).
Operates all equipment utilized by TFS such as pumps, hoses, manual ladders, mechanical ladder, generators, automobile extrication equipment, etc.
Conducts inspections and helps ensure an emergency scene is in compliance with fire/life safety guidelines, prior to leaving the scene.
After returning from emergency scene cleans, inspects, and accounts for all equipment used and returns all equipment used to a state of readiness.
A team player who works effectively with their crew and with other first responders, such as police and paramedics, maintaining a high standard of professionalism.
