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CITY OF FOREST HILL
FIRE DEPARTMENT/ ADMINISTRATION
FUND/ DEPARTMENT/ PROGRAM: 01‐20‐20
PROGRAM DESCRIPTION
The Fire Department is organized into three (3) inter‐related bureaus: Fire Administration, Fire Operations and
Emergency Medical Services (EMS).The Fire Department is responsible for saving lives through EMS and protecting
the property of citizens through fire protection efforts and fire prevention education of the public
FIRE ADMINISTRATION
Fire Administration provides overall leadership and direction and is responsible for the promulgation of policies
and procedures that govern the operations and personnel activities of the entire Fire Department.
MAJOR DEPARTMENT GOALS AND OBJECTIVES AS MEASURED BY WORKLOAD AND
PRODUCTIVITY MEASURES
Goal: Continue to conduct an effective fire safety program.
Objective: Develop a continuing education program of materials and literature to pass out to the
public.
Goal: Meet State of Texas continuing education requirements and have all Emergency Medical Technicians
(EMT’s) up to date on required training hours.
Objective: Ensure that Firefighters/EMT’s are provided appropriate training opportunities to
remain in compliance with TDSHS minimum requirements.
Goal: Provide quality fire protection services and continue annual inspections of all commercial buildings within
the City.
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