Firefighting, while something we strive to reduce the frequency of each and every day, remains the foundation of the Jamaica Fire Brigade. Saving lives and protecting property from the ravages of uncontrolled fire is our top priority. Our firefighters are well-trained and equipped with the tools to make strategically aggressive fire attacks with practices that help us rapidly control structure fires with the goal of holding these events to the area in which it begun.
All pumper fire apparatus are equipped with a minimum of 750 gallons of on-board water and more than enough supply fire hose to reach any fire hydrant located within the its limits. Fire attack lines are specifically calculated to flow enough water to allow firefighters the ability to feel confident in their decision to be aggressive with their tactics and coordinated ventilation skills allows our crews to safely search active fire buildings allowing any victims the greatest opportunity for survival.
Staffed with seven(7) firefighters operating on each shift, the Truck crews have the training and equipment to handle most fire ground situations. The Truck also carries all of the equipment needed to perform vehicle extrication, technical rescues, fire scene overhaul, and salvage as well as elevated rescues. It is a highly capable unit.
Fireboats for firefighters and rescue personnel to perform their jobs expeditiously.
The kind of equipment carried on these boats, whether large oceanfront boats or smaller river/lake craft, depends on the type of body of water, the potential hazards on the water and along the shore, and the missions the boats are charged with.
The fire boats have multi-modal functions with capabilities to conduct water rescue as well as water ambulance service.
In the event that we need to take someone from a vessel and bring them on board under medical conditions with trained persons on board, they also have equipment to (facilitate) that.
The boats have the capacity to carry six persons on board and are outfitted with a cabin which houses four persons and has bathroom and kitchen amenities.
Fire Brigade personnel are trained in the operation, navigation, servicing and maintenance of these units.
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