- FFPD Services -

Our engine company staff is able to respond to and handle most routine emergency events.  Over 50% of our emergency calls are medical in nature.  Our employees are trained to the emergency medical technician (EMT) and paramedic levels.

When someone calls 911, the call is handled through a highly automated computer aided dispatch system, which sends the nearest available fire engine. If the problem is a medical emergency, an ambulance will also be sent. In the event of a structure fire, two fire engines and a truck will normally be dispatched. Fire engines carry a hose, a water tank, and a pump, which is usually capable of pumping 2,000 gallons of water per minute. Fire trucks carry ladders and specialized rescue equipment. If the incident is very large, resources will be called in from surrounding jurisdictions, through mutual aid agreements, wherein fire departments assist each other.


Why is this information important?
You should know the staffing and capabilities of your fire department.  On subsequent pages our website you will find many details about FFPD's Services, what to do if you have an emergency and what we do if you call on us to assist you in an emergency.
 
Preparedness is critical!  Having a family or business emergency plan is also imperative. In the event of a major disaster, such as an earthquake, large wildfire, or act of terrorism, firefighters may be overwhelmed by the large numbers of needs for assistance, and may be unable to reach you immediately.  Roads may be rendered temporarily impassable by damage to the surface or blocked by downed trees, etc.  For these reasons, you should be able to take care of yourself and your family for up to 72 hours. Our Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) program, offered in conjunction with the City of Hayward, can help you learn how to protect your family and neighborhood in such an emergency.

The Fairview Fire Protection District staff is proud to provide our community the following services:

Fire Protection.
Every year thousands of fires are started that hurt people and damage property. You can do your part to prevent fires by never playing with matches, lighters, and other fire sources. Also stay away from fireplaces, candles, and stoves.  By taking a moment now to learn what to do, when to do it and understand what the Fairview Fire Department needs to know when a fire is in process, you'll be doing important work - in our community.  learn more...

Emergency Medical Services.
The Fairview Fire Protection District provides an outstanding level of Emergency Medical Services (EMS). The engines at Fire Stations 8 and 9 have at least one Paramedic on duty at all times. Because of the City of Hayward, the District's current contract service provider has been hiring only Paramedic trained Firefighters from many years, there are frequently two Paramedics on each of the vehicles, and all-Paramedic crews are becoming more common. The District's ALS services are overseen by a registered nurse.
  
Auto Accident / Rescue.
Current research and the experience of emergency physicians, trauma specialists and other EMS providers recognize that trauma patients in an automobile accident or rescue situation have the best outcomes are when patients are transported and cared for at a medical facility within the “critical hour.” The “critical hour” has become a standard used to measure the effectiveness of many components of EMS.  So it is important to take immediate action to contact 911 if you see or a involved an auto accident and take a moment now to learn more...

Natural Disasters.
Everyone living in the State of California should be prepared for an earthquake.  The inevitability of a damaging earthquake confronts everyone in the Bay Area, and we are always at risk.  We do not know what will happen in the future, but with the information we now have, we can estimate the likelihood that something will happen.  And when it does the FFPD will be there to service our community.  To learn more about what to do if a natural disaster happens and the services we provide click here.

Safe Surrender Service.
The Safely Surrendered Baby Law allows a parent or person with lawful custody to surrender a baby confidentially, without fear of arrest or prosecution for child abandonment. This law allows for at least a 14-day cooling off period, which begins the day the child is voluntarily surrendered. The SSB law requires the baby be taken to a public or private hospital emergency room, designated fire station or other safe surrender site. No questions will be asked.  The FFPD fire station is a designated safe surrender site.  learn more.

Animal Rescue.
The Fairview Fire Protection District does not provide animal rescue. For problems concerning animals please call Alameda County Animal Control, at 925-803-7040.
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The information in the services area of our website is meant to inform our citizenry as to the capabilities of your fire department and to encourage everyone to make plans and preparations so that you can help us take care of our community.  If you would like to more information about any of our services contact us online or by calling 510-583-4900.