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Frequently Asked Questions
If you have a question and you do not see the answer below, please
send us an
email
Q. Where can I get smoke detectors for my home?
A. Smoke detectors may be purchased at most hardware/home improvement stores. In
most cases, they can be obtained for less than $ 25.00. However, your fire department may
be able to help, based on a program that, on a limited basis, provides smoke detectors to
families that can not afford them. This program is very limited and is on a
first-come-first-serve basis.
Q. How do I make a request to have someone
from the fire department visit my home for fire safety concerns?
A. Please contact the
Fire Prevention Bureau at 954.786.4695. Their public relation division will be able to help you.
Q. Can I get basic medical check ups at your fire
department?
A. Our department does not provide medical check ups at this
time. We recommend, however, that you call the Broward County Health Department to assist
you in finding appropriate preventative medical care.
Q. Why do firefighters visit schools?
A. Education is a key component of fire prevention. We want to
invest resources in this area to teach and educate youngsters about fire safety.
Q. How can I become a firefighter?
A. Please contact our
Personnel
Division at 954.786.4626. They will be glad to answer all your questions.
Q. What is EMS Week?
A. Emergency Medical Services (EMS) week is a week set aside to
bring awareness to emergency medical service issues. Bicycle helmet use, cholesterol
check-ups, and gun safety locks give-aways are a few topics that have been addressed in
past years. In collaboration with the Broward County School District, we have also
conducted poster contests for local school children. Contest winners have received prizes
donated by local merchants.
Q. How do I request a fire station tour?
A. Please call the
Fire Prevention
at 954.786.4695. They will be glad to coordinate a station tour for you.
Q. Can I call the fire department if my pet is hurt?
A. No, but you can contact the Pompano Beach Animal Control Unit
at 954.786.4027.
Q. Why do they call a fire station a SAFE PLACE?
A. SAFE PLACE is a network of voluntary refuges connecting teens
to the Family Center in Broward County. Any child who is in trouble can come to a fire
station for help. We will provide all necessary care as well as refer the child (if
necessary) to the Lippman Family Center for further assistance.
Q. Why do they send a fire truck when I call an ambulance?
A. Some types of incidents require a higher a level of care than
other incidents. Depending on the nature of the incident there will be an engine equipped
with advanced medical equipment and paramedics that are able to provide additional
resources/care as warranted.
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