Public Education

Expanding Education Services

Public Fire Education is an important part of the Fire Prevention Bureau. On average, the Jackson Fire Department responds to over 4,500 emergency calls per year, with more than 10 emergency medical calls for every fire called in. In order to respond to the needs of the public, we must look at expanding our education services to include hot water and steam burns, pool safety, biking safety, and child restraint devices for automobiles. We are taking a closer look at the situations precipitating the requests for emergency medical services.

Programs

Fire safety education programs are conducted at many local pre-schools and day care facilities with the Fire Safety House focused on 2nd and 3rd grade elementary students. The bureau maintains community contacts through local events such as the County Fair, the Home Builders Show, Fire Prevention Week activities at local schools, Scouting programs, radio, and newspaper public service announcements, and distribution of thousands of brochures on a variety of safety topics.

Safety in the Home


Keep your family safe from fire. Be aware of the hazards in your home. And, be sure to have an escape plan. Pull together everyone in your household and make a plan. Walk through your home and inspect all possible exits and escape routes. More information on home fire safety. 

Additional Information

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