Yellowknife Fire Department
Fire division in Northwest Territories, Canada
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Yellowknife Fire Division is a full-time fire department located in Yellowknife, Northwest Territories, Canada with full-time firefighters.[3] The department was established in February 1943.[1] Their staff consists of a fire chief, two deputy chiefs, and thirty-six full-time members, composed of four captains, four lieutenants and twenty-eight firefighters. They operate on a four-platoon system that consists of eight staff.[3]
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| Operational area | |
|---|---|
| Country | Canada |
| Territory | Northwest Territories |
| City | Yellowknife |
| Address | 100 Taylor Road |
| Coordinates | 62°26′32″N 114°23′45″W |
| Agency overview | |
| Established | 1943 |
| Annual calls | 5,000 (approximately)[1] |
| Employees | 39 |
| Staffing | Full-time |
| Fire chief | Rob Andrews (acting) [2] |
| EMS level | EMT Transport |
| Facilities and equipment | |
| Stations | 1 |
| Engines | 2[citation needed] |
| Rescues | 1[citation needed] |
| Tenders | 2[citation needed] |
| USAR | 1[citation needed] |
| Website | |
| https://www.yellowknife.ca/en/living-here/fire-division.aspx# | |
In 2022, the department responded to 5,982 calls, down 28.9 per cent from the average of 7,712 between 2017 and 2021.[4][5][6][7] The services provided incorporate public education initiatives, fire inspections, preplanning, fire suppression, emergency medical response and additional specialized services in auto extrication, hazmat, confined space, water/ice rescue.[1] The Fire Department provides important emergency services to the citizens of Yellowknife and the surrounding area.[8]
According to the Yellowknife Fire Division the following are the minimum requirements to join:
- National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 1001 Level 2
- Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) or Primary Care Paramedic (PCP)
- Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Level C
- International Trauma Life Support (ITLS) Adult
- International Trauma Life Support (ITLS) Pediatric
- Northwest Territories Class 3 Driver's License with Air Brake Endorsement
- Physically fit with the ability to pass the Candidate Physical Ability Test (CPAT)
- The ability to positively interact with team members and the community we serve
— Yellowknife Fire Division[8]
As of November 2023, the chief is Nelson Johnson, deputy chief of operations is Rob Andrews, and deputy chief of safety and training is Seann May.[2]