PEMBROKE FIRE
DEPARTMENT
2015 ANNUAL
REPORT
PEMBROKE FIRE DEPARTMENT
Table of Contents
Fire Chief’s Message ________________
3
Core Values, Mission and Vision
4
Organizational Structure
5
Department Staff ______
6
Incident Response Times
9
Incidents by Type _______________________________________
10
Incidents by District ______________________________________
11
Emergency Responses
14
Significant Incidents
15
Vehicle Collisions/Fires/Extrications ________________________
20
Water/Ice Rescue ________________________________________
22
Prevention
24
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Public Education
30
Training
32
Apparatus, Equipment and New & Exciting
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35
Mutual Aid
38
Pembroke Professional Firefighters Association Activities
39
Summary
41
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PEMBROKE FIRE DEPARTMENT
Message from the Fire Chief
Throughout 2015, The Pembroke Fire Department
prepared and worked towards our annual goals.
We completed a Collective Agreement with the
P.P.F.F.A., securing a five year agreement. We also
completed a five year Strategic Plan for the
Department. This Plan outlines the direction the
Department should take for all aspects to prepare for
future years. The Plan includes human resources,
physical resources, effectiveness and efficiency,
prevention and education and the sharing and selling
of services.
We experienced major turnover to our career staff.
Captains Ted Farrell and Stacy Graveline as well as Firefighter John Hubert retired in 2015.
Welcome additions to our ranks are Probationary Fire Fighters Luke Dunne, Matthew Troutman
and Tanner Rutz. Our Officers completed almost 900 Inspections and Consultations during the
year including inspecting all restaurants. We also completed all mandated Vulnerable Occupancy
Drills and Inspections. One of our goals to complete as many Inspections as possible in MultiUnit dwellings requiring retrofit to Fire Code was delayed due to the retirement of Captain
Graveline and Captain Farrell as all Captains are trained and certified inspectors. This goal will
be carried forward to 2016 and 2017 following training and certification of the new Officers.
We continued with a superior maintenance program for our equipment and apparatus, ensuring
that we are always prepared for any type of response. We said goodbye to an old friend, our 1987
75’ Superior Tele-Squirt Aerial was removed from our fleet and sold as surplus. However, we
welcomed our new/used ambulance vehicle which is to become our replacement Rescue/Utility
vehicle. Our equipment purchases outlined in this Report were to upgrade and improve
operations and we continue to strategically plan for future requirements.
Training is always a priority and each year we conduct major training sessions in addition to our
regular training. These sessions are outlined in this Report.
Our Members take pride in the services we provide and how we provide them. We all strive to
maintain or improve our delivery each year. Our Members continued to show their dedication to
our Department and community in 2015 and I am confident that the following Report highlights
their hard work and dedication. I trust that you will feel the same after your review of our 2015
Annual Report.
Sincerely,
Daniel P. G. Herback,
Fire Chief.
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PEMBROKE FIRE DEPARTMENT
Pembroke Fire Department
Core Values
PROFESSIONALISM
INTEGRITY
RESPECT
The fire department
demands the highest
standards of excellence,
integrity, commitment and
dedication from all its
employees.
The fire department is
entrusted with protecting the
public and enforcing fire
and other related codes.
Each members of this
department should be
treated with consideration
and respect. Personnel
must be free to contribute
fully to this fire department
without any fear or
disrespect.
All employees must respect
the dignity and rights of
co-workers and the public
they serve.
As professionals, we must
treat all others with respect
and dignity. The public and
taxpayers deserve
nothing less.
Each member has a
personal responsibility to
demonstrate the highest
ethical standards to inspire
confidence and trust in each
other and also in the public
we serve.
ACCOUNTABILITY
VISION
In carrying out our
missions, all employees
must hold themselves
accountable to the public,
taxpayers and personally
for their actions.
The Pembroke Fire
Department is dedicated
to continually improving
the quality of life, to the
people we serve with
exemplary service in a
cost effective and
efficient manner.
PARTNERSHIP
The Pembroke Fire
Department recognizes that
its success requires a
diverse, coordinated team
committed to the highest
standards of trust, hard
work, co-operation and
communication working
together with external
stakeholders to achieve
common goals.
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INNOVATION
MISSION
The fire department strives
to work creatively,
proactively and effectively
in providing services
to the public.
It is our mission to
continually strive to
provide fire and life safety
protection, prevention and
education to the residents
and visitors of the City of
Pembroke with dedication,
team work, civic pride and
professionalism.
We are committed to finding
flexible, efficient and
innovative approaches to
providing fire safety.
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PEMBROKE FIRE DEPARTMENT
Organizational Structure
Pembroke Fire Department Chain of Command
The P.F.D. is a
composite department
consisting of 16 career
& 20 volunteer
Fire Fighters, Fire
Chief Dan Herback
and Secretary,
Lori Corriveau
Council
C.A.O.
Fire Chief
Secretary
to the Chief
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FF. J. Kelly
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A/Cpt D. Andrews
FF T. Rutz
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PEMBROKE FIRE DEPARTMENT
Department Staff (as of December 31, 2015)
.Career
Fire Fighters (includes all fire service)
Name
Rank
Service
Dan Herback
Philip Corriveau
Stacy Graveline (retired Jan 2015)
Ted Farrell (retired July 2015)
Gary Lowe
Bill Clayton
Ed Beaupre
Scott Selle
Darrell Andrews
John Hubert (retired Jan 2015)
Tom Watkins
Chance Colquhoun
Shawn Morgan
Ian Caughey
Kyle Zimmerman
Brent Verdiel
Jason Kelly
Luke Dunne
Matt Troutman
Tanner Rutz
Chief
Captain
Captain
Captain
Captain
Acting Captain
Acting Captain
Acting Captain
Acting Captain
Fire Fighter
Fire Fighter
Fire Fighter
Fire Fighter
Fire Fighter
Fire Fighter
Fire Fighter
Fire Fighter
Fire Fighter
Fire Fighter
Fire Fighter
25 years 11 months
33 years
31 years 7 months
23 years 10 months
21 years 11 months
26 years 3 months
27 years 5 months
13 years 10 months
22 years 1 month
34 years 10 months
12 years 9 months
8 years 7 months
9 years
13 years 6 months
7 years 6 months
6 years 9 months
7 years 4 months
9 years 9 months
4 years 2 months
4 years 2 months
Average years of service is 17 years 2 months
Volunteer Firefighters
Name
Years of Service
Name
Years of Service
Richard Larocque
Reid Lewis
David Stresman
Paul MacMillan
Luke Dunne
Tom Durocher
Dave Roach
Skylar Beaupre
Kyle Kutchaw
Brad Gibson
21 years
12 years
14 years
12 years
9 years
9 years
7 years 5 months
4 years 5 months
3 years 5 months
4 years
Ryan Barrett
Shawn Mahood
Tom Watts
Josh King
Shannon Venasse
Brad Lapierre
Matt Villeneuve
Trevor Popke
Ryan Lapierre
3 years 2 months
3 years 2 months
2 years 2 months
1 years 10 months
6 months
6 months
6 months
6 months
1 year 6 months
(resigned Aug. 2015)
Average years of service is 5 years 7 months
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PEMBROKE FIRE DEPARTMENT
Department Staff
Retirements
.
Fire Fighter John Hubert
Retired on January 29th, 2015
completing 34.10 years of fire
service with the Pembroke Fire
Dept. including 9 years as a
Volunteer Fire Fighter.
Captain Stacy Graveline
retired on January 29th, 2015
completing 31.7 years
of fire service including
26.7 years with the Pembroke
Fire Department
Captain Ted Farrell
Retired on June 30th, 2015
completing 28.11 years of service with
the City of Pembroke; including 6 years
with the Building Dept., 2 years as a
Volunteer F.F. and 22 years
of fire service with the
Pembroke Fire Department.
Career Fire Fighter Hiring
Fire Fighter Luke Dunne was hired in April 2015.
Luke had served as a Volunteer Fire Fighter with the
Pembroke Fire Department for 9 years.
Fire Fighter Matt Troutman was hired
in April 2015. Matt had served as a
Volunteer F.F. with the Whitewater
Fire Dept. for 3.5 years. As a
Fellowes High School student, Matt
completed a co-op placement with the
Pembroke Fire Dept. in 2009/2010.
Fire Fighter Tanner Rutz was hired in July 2015. Tanner had
served as a Volunteer F.F. with the Petawawa and Red Lake
Fire Depts. for a total of 3.8 years. As a student at Bishop
Smith Catholic High School, Tanner completed a co-op
placement with the Pembroke Fire Dept. in 2007/2008.
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PEMBROKE FIRE DEPARTMENT
Secretary to the Fire Chief
In 2015, Lori Corriveau completed her 27th year with the City of
Pembroke, including 19 years as the Secretary to the Fire Chief. She
attends all Code 5 responses in the role of Scribe and is the Secretary
for the Renfrew County Fire Chiefs Association.
Promotions and Appointments
Scott Selle was promoted to the rank of Captain on January 29th, 2015.
Shawn Morgan was promoted to the rank of Acting Captain on January 29th, 2015.
Ed Beaupre was promoted to the rank of Captain on July 1st, 2015
Chance Colquhoun was promoted to the rank of Acting Captain on July 1st, 2015
Fire Fighter Jason Kelly completed his annual promotional testing and exam and was promoted
to the rank of 1st class Fire Fighter effective January 16th, 2015.
Medal Presentations
On March 3rd, 2015 at a Finance and
Administration Committee Meeting
in the Council Chambers, the Fire
Services Exemplary Service Medals
(Federal) were presented to
Captain Philip Corriveau
(30 years),
Captain Stacy Graveline
(30 years),
Captain Gary Lowe (20 years) and
Acting Captain Darrell Andrews
(20 years).
The Fire Services Long Service
Medals (Provincial) were awarded to
Acting Captain Ed Beaupre and
Acting Captain Bill Clayton recognizing
their 25 years of fire service.
Left to Right: Mayor LeMay, Cpt. Phil Corriveau, Cpt. Stacy Graveline,
A/Cpt, Bill Clayton, A/Cpt. Ed Beaupre, Cpt. Gary Lowe, Chief
Herback
Volunteer Fire Fighter Resignations & Hiring
Volunteer Fire Fighter Ryan Lapierre resigned in August 2015 completing 1.5 years of service.
New recruits Brad Lapierre, Trevor Popke, Shannon Venasse and Matt Villeneuve completed
their orientation training at the end of September 2015 and were assigned to a group for standby
and call responses.
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PEMBROKE FIRE DEPARTMENT
Incident Response Times
T
he Pembroke Fire Department responded to a total of 373 emergency incidents in 2015.
This is a significant increase from our 2014 responses.
The Pembroke Fire Department’s structure as a composite department provides for a very
efficient response to fire incidents. The importance of time is critical in responding to any
emergency. The average response time in 2015 was 4 minutes 14 seconds. This represents the
exact time from the receipt of the actual call from 911 dispatch to the on-scene arrival time by
the fire department. The Pembroke Fire Department responded to nine (9) incidents outside of
the City of Pembroke boundaries for vehicle extrication, collision and water rescue. Our average
response time for incidents outside of the City was 7 minutes 1 second.
The following charts compare the average response times for incidents within the City and out of
the City boundaries over the past five years.
Emergency Incident Response Times (within the City)
2011 - 2015
Year
2011
2012
2013
2014
2015
# of Emergency
Incidents
368
354
365
326
373
Response Time
4:35
4:25
4.19
4:08
4:14
Emergency Incident Response Times (outside of City)
2011 – 2015
Year
2011
2012
2013
2014
2015
# of Emergency
Incidents
6
7
10
9
9
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Response Time
4:24
11:55
10:25
7:26
7:01
PEMBROKE FIRE DEPARTMENT
Incident Types
T
he Pembroke Fire Department responds to different types of incidents. The Miscellaneous
Fire category includes cooking or pot on stove fires, chimney or flue fires, grass and rubbish
fires. The following graph demonstrates Incidents by event type.
2015 Incidents
Structure Fire
Vehicle Fire
Unauthorized Burning
Miscellaneous Fire
Miscellaneous Calls
Vehicle Accident
Carbon Monoxide
Natural Gas Leak
False Alarms
Medical Assist
Emergency Medical
Water/Ice Rescue
Rescue/Extrication
Mutual Aid
Breakdown of 373 Calls in 2015
Structure Fire
Unauthorized Burning
Miscellaneous Calls
Carbon Monoxide
False Alarms
Emergency Medical
Rescue/extrication
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16
81
27
113
0
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Vehicle Fire
Miscellaneous Fire
Vehicle Accident
Natural Gas Leak
Medical Assist
Water/Ice Rescue
Mutual Aid
7
17
44
8
25
3
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PEMBROKE FIRE DEPARTMENT
Incident by Districts
T
he Pembroke Fire Department maintains an information management system which divides
the City into six districts. All statistics are broken down to identify trends in fire loss, call
volume and fire code violations by district.
The data acquired is utilized in developing fire prevention programs and services to help mitigate
areas of concern. In 2015 District #5 (east of Muskrat River to city limits and south to Bell
Street) was identified as the busiest area.
District #5 historically receives the most fire calls due to its size, population and volume of
schools, senior’s homes, businesses and residences.
Districts in the City of Pembroke
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PEMBROKE FIRE DEPARTMENT
2015 Summary of Incidents by District
District 1 – Downtown core Christie Street, east to Muskrat River
and south to Indian River
Incident Count
Percentage of Incidents
Estimated Loss
% of dollar Loss
64
17.15%
$96,500
3.04%
District 2 – west of Christie Street to Forced Road and south to Boundary Road
Incident Count
Percentage of Incidents
Estimated Loss
% of dollar Loss
36
9.65%
0
0%
District 3- Forced Road west to city limits and north to Ottawa River
Incident Count
Percentage of Incidents
Estimated Loss
% of dollar Loss
46
12.33%
$2,105,500
66.44%
District 4 - Boundary Road bridge, east to city limits and north including
Eganville Road and CNR tracks
Incident Count
Percentage of Incidents
Estimated Loss
% of dollar Loss
50
13.4%
$791,500
24.98%
District 5 - east of Muskrat River to city limits and south to Bell Street
Incident Count
Percentage of Incidents
Estimated Loss
% of dollar Loss
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116
31.09%
$106,050
3.35%
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District 6 - east of Muskrat River from Bell Street to CNR tracks and east to city limits
Incident Count
Percentage of Incidents
Estimated Loss
% of dollar Loss
48
12.86%
$40,000
1.26%
Out of City Limits
Incident Count
Percentage of Incidents
Estimated Loss
% of dollar Loss
13
3.48%
$29,600
0.93%
The following chart demonstrates the call volume by district.
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PEMBROKE FIRE DEPARTMENT
Emergency Responses
T
he Pembroke Fire Department has experienced an increase in the number of major structure
fires in 2015. The overall amount of incident responses has increased significantly in 2015.
Year
# of Incidents
2011
2012
2013
2014
2015
368
354
365
326
373
Dollar Loss
(fire only)
$3,228,670
$442,200
$626,300
$1,508,655
$2,864,500
Property Value Saved/Loss
I
n an effort to measure the effectiveness of our Fire Department, we track all aspects of
statistics in the fire service. To get a true picture of our effectiveness we look at both dollar
loss and property saved as does the Ontario Fire Marshall’s Office.
In 2015 the property value saved was 77.36 % ($9,786,100) versus the property loss of 22.54%
($2,864,500).
Through all of the fires responded to in 2015 (not including Mutual Aid response) there were two
major injuries to civilians; burn injuries during a grease fire and smoke inhalation during a
structure fire.
This chart demonstrates
total property value saved as
well as property value loss
in 2015.
The quick response and
skills of the firefighters
enabled us to save
$9,786,100 of property
initially valued at
$12,650,600.
Saved
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PEMBROKE FIRE DEPARTMENT
Significant Incidents
M.V.C. (fatality)
January 11th, 2015
Lake Street
The P.F.D. received a call from Dispatch at 21:17 hours of an
M.V.C. at the Pembroke Memorial Center.
Responded and aided with a pedestrian vehicle collision.
This collision resulted in a fatality.
Tractor Trailer Truck Fire
January 11th, 2015
Irving Big Stop Parking Lot
The P.F.D. received a call at 23:48 hours of a fire
at the Irving Big Stop. Upon arrival the
truck was completely engulfed in flames and
the trailer was not involved. After further
investigation the interior contents of the
trailer had ignited and caused a backdraft.
The vehicle and trailer were a total loss.
Fire Loss estimated at $250,000.
Vehicle & Structure Fire
January 26th, 2015
Mud Lake Road
Mutual Aid Response (Fatality)
The P.F.D. received a call at 01:07 hours for possible
extrication of persons from a vehicle which had
crashed into a house. Upon arrival the vehicle had
crashed into the house and there were no occupants in
the vehicle, however the house and vehicle were on
fire. The P.F.D. were first on scene and began the fire attack and completed search of the home
for occupants. One victim was located in the building and removed by Pembroke Fire Fighters.
Upon arrival of the Laurentian Valley F.D., command was then transferred to their staff. We
remained on scene to assist.
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PEMBROKE FIRE DEPARTMENT
Structure Fire
February 5th, 2015
230 Douglas Street
The P.F.D. received a call of a structure fire at approximately
08:19 hours. Upon arrival there was heavy smoke exiting from
the building and all occupants were out of the building.
Firefighters made an interior attack and quickly brought the
fire under control. Investigation into the fire showed suspected
arson. The Ontario Fire Marshall, the Electrical Safety
Authority and O.P.P. were involved in the investigation.
Fire loss was estimated at $50,000
Elevator Room Fire
February 12th, 2016
Marianhill – 600 Cecelia Street
The P.F.D. received a call at
approximately 16:40 hours of an alarm at
Marianhill. Upon arrival staff were
informed of smoke filling the basement
area. The smoke was due to a fire in the
basement elevator room. Fire Fighters
evacuated the area, extinguished the fire and ventilated the building. Residents in the area of the
smoke were removed to another wing of the building until ventilation was completed. In
accordance with regulations this fire was reported immediately to the Ontario Fire Marshal.
Fire loss was estimated at $40,000
Structure Fire
March 13th, 2015
228 Everett Street - house
The P.F.D. received a call of a structure
fire at approximately 17:56 hours. Upon
arrival there were no occupants and
heavy smoke was exiting from the home.
Fire Fighters did an interior attack and
contained the fire to the kitchen area;
however there was smoke damage
throughout the building.
The cause of fire was unattended cooking.
Fire loss was estimated at $60,000
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PEMBROKE FIRE DEPARTMENT
Structure Fire
April 27th, 2015
Boundary Road - garage
The P.F.D. received a call to a structure fire at 19:14
hours. Upon arrival they found a detached garage
involved on fire at the rear of the building and
threatening the nearby home. There were no occupants
in the home or garage. Fire Fighters extinguished the
fire without further damage to the house. The fire was
due to careless cooking with a barbecue.
Fire loss was estimated $45,000.
Structure Fire
May 4th, 2015
421 Craig Street – apartment
building
The P.F.D. received a call of a fire in an
apartment building at approximately
23:17 hours.
Upon arrival smoke and flames were
exiting the building through 2nd floor windows.
Fire Fighters made an interior attack and contained the fire to the apartment of origin. There was
smoke and heat damage to other parts of the building. The fire was due to careless cooking.
Fire loss was estimated at $125,000
Structure Fire
June 5th, 2015
711 Elgin Street – house
The P.F.D. received a call for a structure fire at
approximately 00:37 hours. Upon arrival the
building was completely engulfed in flames. The
occupants were out of the building prior to our
arrival. Fire Fighters attacked the fire from the
exterior only. The structure was a complete loss.
The fire was due to careless unattended cooking.
Fire loss estimated at $300,000.
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PEMBROKE FIRE DEPARTMENT
Structure Fire
July 15th, 2015
377 Maple Avenue – house
The P.F.D. received a call 02:15 hours for a house fire.
Upon arrival there was fire and smoke on the second
floor of the house. The occupant and his pets were out
of the house upon arrival. The owner indicated that his
dog woke him up. Fire Fighters entered and contained
the fire to the area of origin. The fire was due to
improper charging of equipment. The area was under
renovation at time of the fire.
Fire loss estimated at $100,000.
Structure Fire
July 30th, 2016
438 McGee Street – abandoned house
The P.F.D. received a call at 19:08 hours of an
abandoned house on fire. Upon arrival there was
smoke exiting the house from many areas. Fire
Fighters attempted an interior attack however due
to the condition of the building the attack
transitioned to exterior only. Heavy equipment was
used to strategically level the building.
Fire cause is attributed to vandalism.
Fire loss estimated at $50,000
Structure Fire
September 28th, 2015
Hincks Street – abandoned building
The P.F.D. received call at 00:12 hours of a fire at
an abandoned apartment/business complex. Upon
arrival smoke and flames were visible in the
building. Due to the condition of the building an
exterior attack only was deployed. The building
was a complete loss. The fire is considered to be
due to vandalism. The O.P.P. were also
investigating the fire.
Fire loss estimated at $20,000.
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PEMBROKE FIRE DEPARTMENT
Structure Fire
November 17th, 2015
2 Crandall Street - Condominium
The P.F.D. received a call for structure fire at
22:06 hours. Upon arrival flames were exiting
from a third floor window and through the
roof of the building at the east wing. The call
was upgraded to a Code 5. All available staff
and apparatus were on scene. Fire Fighters
helped with evacuation and attacked the fire
from the interior and exterior.
The Laurentian Valley Fire Department
was placed on standby for any subsequent
incidents.
Ottawa River Power, Pembroke O.P.P.,
Renfrew County Paramedics, Red Cross
and Victim Services all were on scene and
played a key role in the outcome.
C.E.M.C. Colleen Sauriol was called to
the scene to open a reception centre to
support the displaced residents.
The fire was contained to the east wing of the
building; however there was extensive water
and smoke damage to other portions of the
building. Residents have been displaced for
possibly six months to a year.
This disaster was a good example of our
emergency preparedness training being put
into practice and proving to be invaluable. The
coordination and cooperation of all the
agencies was impeccable and an example of
how well we can work together when required.
Fire loss is estimated at $2,050,000 and
the cause has yet to be determined.
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PEMBROKE FIRE DEPARTMENT
Vehicle Collisions
The Pembroke Fire Department responded to
forty four (44) motor vehicle collisions in
2015.
Vehicle Fires
In 2015 the Pembroke Fire Department
responded to seven (7) vehicle fires.
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PEMBROKE FIRE DEPARTMENT
Vehicle Extrications
T
he Pembroke Fire Department provides lifesaving heavy hydraulic extrication rescue for
victims entrapped in automobile accidents within the City and to portions of the Township
of Laurentian Valley and responded to seven (7) calls for extrication in 2015.
Location
Date
Highway 17 at
Hwy 41
Jan. 9th
Description
Two vehicle collision. Vehicles were stabilized. One
person was removed through window onto backboard to
ambulance. Other victims were assisted out and to
ambulance. Applied absorbent to leaking fluids and
cleaned debris from scene.
March 13th
Two vehicle collision requiring extrication for trapped
victim. Removed driver side door with heavy
hydraulics. Assisted paramedics in removing her onto
back board and into ambulance. Applied absorbent to
leaking fluids and cleaned scene.
Thompson Street at
Horace Street
Round Lake Road
at TV Tower Road
March 13th
Pembroke St. W. at
Golf Course Road
April 17th
Hwy 41 at Waito
Station Road
June 11th
Hwy 17 at Hwy 41
Aug. 26th
Whitewater Road
at Hwy 417
Oct. 21st
Single vehicle drove through guard rail and down
embankment. Searched for driver with OPP. Cleaned
debris around vehicle and guard rail. Assisted tow truck
operator with removal of car from embankment.
Two vehicle accident at the intersection. Removed rear
driver side door and “B” post using heavy hydraulics
and cutters. Placed victim onto back board and then to
ambulance. Applied absorbent to leaking fluids and
cleaned debris from scene
Single vehicle in ditch. Stabilized vehicle to prevent
roll over and removed occupants to ambulance. Assisted
tow truck operator with removal of vehicle
Two vehicle collision at intersection. Removed both
doors on driver’s side along with “a” & “b” post, then
slash cut in frame and a dash roll to free victim. The
Ram was utilized to raise the roof. Assisted paramedics
to put victim on backboard. Applied absorbent to
leaking fluids cleaned debris from scene
Tractor Trailer carrying grain tipped over onto
passenger side, blocking east bound Hwy 417 traffic
lane. Passenger removed through window. Severed
fuel line clamped off and oclansorb spread to cover spill
area. Assisted with traffic control.
Costs for response to extrication outside the City are recovered through the agreement with
Laurentian Valley and from the Ministry of Transport. The Pembroke Fire Department recouped
a total of $4,360 in fees in 2015 from both the M.T.O. and the Township of Laurentian Valley
for responses to extrication/accident incidents outside of the City boundaries.
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PEMBROKE FIRE DEPARTMENT
Water/Ice Rescue
T
he Pembroke Fire Department provides a Level 3 Water and Ice Rescue Response which
allows fire fighters to enter the water in extreme circumstances. Our equipment is comprised
of DR 520 Water Rescue Boat & motor and a Rapid Deployment Craft for ice rescue incidents.
In August 2015 at the Upper Ottawa River Race
and Paddle Festival, our water rescue boat was
manned and deployed on the Ottawa River
during the canoe race competition from
Petawawa Point to Riverside Park to ensure the
flotilla had a save and enjoyable day.
The Pembroke Fire Department responded to
three (3) water rescue incidents in 2015.
On June 25th, 2015, a call was received from
911 of a boat stranded and operator in distress and drifting down the Ottawa River in the vicinity
of Cedar Lane. Unit 9847 was launched from the Marina and began search for boat and driver.
The boat was located approximately 1 km. east of the Pembroke Marina. The boat and driver
were towed back to the Pembroke
Marina.
On July 15th, 2015 a call was received
from 911 for a water rescue involving an
overturned boat with 2 people in water
out front of the Pembroke Marina.
Prepared and boarded 9847 to attempt
rescue. We attended scene of two sail
boats; one completely overturned and the
other had all members of both boats safe
and out of the water. After accessing the situation, we moved to boat recovery mode and
attempted to right the boat. After 3 attempts and continuous bailing, the sail boat was right
sided. The boat was towed back to the Marina with a Fire Fighter aboard to balance the boat.
On July 28th, 2015 a call was received from Renfrew dispatch for an overturned kayak in the
Ottawa River. Responded Code 2 to the Marina and launched Unit 9847. Additional
information provided before leaving marina was that it was a paddle board and it had already
been towed into marina. A search of the area where paddle board was reported was conducted
with no sign of anyone in the river. Returned to the Pembroke Marina and spoke with Fred
Blackstein who was at the Marina earlier and he stated that he had seen the board in the water
and checked with binoculars and saw no sign of person, floatation device or paddle. It was
surmised that the board was washed off a dock or beach the previous night during the
thunderstorm.
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PEMBROKE FIRE DEPARTMENT
False Alarms
A
total of 113 false alarms were received in 2015. False alarms are considered incidents of
human error, perceived emergencies, accidental activations, and malfunctioning alarm
equipment. A good number of the false alarms will not be reflected in the table below in that
they are not preventable automatic alarm issues.
In order to reduce operating costs, the Pembroke Fire Department has a false alarm
By-law which allows for the recovery of some costs associated with false alarms. The maximum
response to a false alarm could cost approximately $945.00. This includes the maximum call
back response of full time and volunteer firefighting crews. The average cost is approximately
$483.00.
# of Letter of
Warnings
39
46
29
34
31
31
# of Invoices
Year
Total
7
15
8
5
12
7
2010
2011
2012
2013
2014
2015
$2,653.73
$6,191.97
$3,243.42
$1,769.17
$5,602.18
$2,948.55
Since the introduction of our False Alarm By-law in 2004, we have successfully reduced the
number of preventable False Alarms and recovered a total of $79,851.76
Summary
2015 saw an increase in the number of major structure
fires and overall emergency incidents.
The amount of vehicle collision incidents has increased
in part due to the operational change to respond to every
call that also requires paramedics on scene. Another
factor is the ever increasing volume of traffic in the City
Our False Alarm responses remained stable in 2015.
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PEMBROKE FIRE DEPARTMENT
Prevention
T
he Pembroke Fire Department has identified the major risks within the community. Each
platoon carries out certain responsibilities to mitigate identified risks.
The top seven identified risks are:
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malfunctioning or disabled smoke alarms
compliance of fire code in multi-unit apartments
major industry fire loads
senior citizen vulnerability
evacuation from multi-unit dwellings
residential fires
carbon monoxide poisoning
Below are the responsibilities of the individual platoons in 2015. There were no changes
to the responsibilities from the previous year.
“A” Platoon – Health care and senior citizens homes
“B” Platoon – compliance of fire code in multi-unit dwellings
“C” Platoon – industrial occupancies
“D” Platoon – Commercial and residential occupancies
Inspections
A total of 894 Inspections and Consultations were completed in 2015.
During these inspections,
approximately 312 violations have been repaired or corrected.
Property Use
# of Inspections
Assembly
Health Care and Long Term Care
Residential
Mercantile & Business
Industrial
Hotel/Motel
237
144
256
205
25
27
Total
894
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PEMBROKE FIRE DEPARTMENT
Smoke Alarm/ Program
During 2015, the smoke alarm inspections were carried out as required and upon request.
Fire Cause Determination Task Force
Established in 2007 the Fire Cause Determination Task
Force plays an important role in all fire investigations
within the City. This Task Force is designed to identify
the cause of all major fires in the City of Pembroke and
to ensure no criminal activity is concealed by fire. They
are called out to any fire were the cause is suspicious or
not readily obvious. The members of the Task Force are
Captain Philip Corriveau and Captain Ed Beaupre.
Captain Corriveau has been a certified Fire and
Explosive Investigator for over seven years. Captain
Beaupre completed his initial certification in 2012. In
2015 the Task Force was called out to ten structure fires
and four vehicle fires and was instrumental in
determining cause and origin. The O.F.M. was asked to
investigate two structure fires in 2015.
Public Service Announcements (p.s.a.)
The Pembroke Fire Department continues to
broadcasts Public Service Announcements on local
radio stations. These announcements change monthly
and are relevant to seasonal hazards. The P.S.A.
messages are recorded by the Firefighters, Officers
and Chief Herback.
Sparky the Fire Dog
Josh Woermke has graciously donated his time to act
as Sparky for the past eight years at public relation
events much to the delight of all young people
attending.
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PEMBROKE FIRE DEPARTMENT
March Break Junior Fire Fighter Program
In its eighth year, the popular Junior Firefighter Camp
was held during the 2015 March Break and was filled
to capacity as 22 children participated in the
interactive day coordinated by Fire Fighter Kyle
Zimmerman. This collaboration between the
Pembroke Fire Department and the Pembroke Public
Library aims to teach the participants the basics of fire
safety, fire evacuation drills, instruction on how to
devise their own home escape plan and ensuring their
house has working smoke detectors. After the fire
safety talk at the Library the children tour the fire
station and get a chance to examine the bunker gear,
helmets, masks, air tanks and fire trucks.
Sparky the Fire Dog is also on hand.
The junior fire fighters take part in a teddy bear
Search and rescue scenario in a smoke filled room.
All participants receive a Pembroke Fire Department Junior Fire Fighter t-shirt.
Fire Prevention Week
Our Fire Prevention Week activities were held during the
week of October 3rd to 11th, 2015. The week kicked off
with a fire safety display, prize giveaways and a fire
department sponsored Chuck a Puck contest at the Oct. 4th
Lumber King Game. Throughout the week fire drills were
conducted at all primary, secondary and post-secondary
school in the City as well as all daycares and seniors
residence.
Once again this year, Johnston and Mackie generously
sponsored our smoke alarm exchange program. This is
the tenth year that they have provided the funds to
purchase smoke alarms for the exchange program. City
of Pembroke residents are able to exchange inoperable
smoke alarms for new ones free of charge. Giant Tiger
and the Pembroke Mall provide the fire department with
display space during Fire Prevention Week for the exchange program.
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PEMBROKE FIRE DEPARTMENT
Fire Prevention Week wrapped up with an Open House at our fire hall. This event was
sponsored by the Pembroke Professional Fire Fighters Association who generously donated hot
dogs, hamburgers, popcorn, candy floss, cake and drinks to all in attendance. Over 400 people
attended the event and had the opportunity to view our equipment and meet the firefighters.
Children also enjoyed meeting Sparky the Fire Dog and taking part in a free bouncy house
activity. An extrication demonstration by our members was well received by those attending.
Two new additions to the Open House included the opportunity to watch Acting Captain Shawn
Morgan complete rope descents from the 100’ aerial ladder and the challenge of extinguishing a
fire using our new computer simulated extinguisher demonstrator. Community sponsors
provided an excellent array of raffle prizes and there were numerous fire safety information
handouts and paraphernalia to giveaway to attendees.
Grade 2 students were asked to participate in a Jr. Fire Fighter for a day contest by submitting a
fire safety message that would be used by our department on educational mini hockey sticks.
Acting Captain Shawn Morgan coordinated this Mini Stick Challenge. All submissions were
judged and two were chosen as winners. The two winners, Tatum Throop – “Fire Safety is Top
Shelf” (Highview) and Peter Gillies “the Goal is Fire Safety” (Our Lady of Lourdes) received a
tour of the station & apparatus, a ride through the streets of Pembroke on Unit 9934, a pizza
lunch and a gift of a junior set of bunker gear.
Our community sponsors for Fire Prevention Week included Johnston & Mackie Insurance Ltd.,
Frances M. Lemke Insurance Services, Layman Fire & Safety, Midas Muffler, Dereck Beaupre
Weston Bakeries, Dineamics, Giant Tiger, Pembroke Mall, Supples Landing, Beaupre family,
Pembroke Lumber Kings, Valley Fire Alarm, M & L Supply, East Side Mario’s and the
Pembroke Professional Fire Fighters Association.
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PEMBROKE FIRE DEPARTMENT
Mock Disaster
The Pembroke Fire Department helped organize and participated in the City of Pembroke
Emergency Management Program Mock Disaster exercise in accordance with Emergency
Measures Ontario requirements. The department also participated in the Mock Disaster Exercise
at S.R.B. Technology.
Fiddle Park
Our Fiddle Park coverage continued in 2015 with a fire safe event without any major incidents or
property loss. This included approximately 790 RV fire safety inspections for working smoke
alarms and CO detectors as well as 24 hour staffing of the Park through the weekend. There was
over $58,000,000 in value of vehicles and recreational vehicles in the park during this week.This
year the inspections were completed by the in-service crew as opposed to previous years when
inspections were completed by extra staff.
Swing Into Summer Safety
For the fifth year, the Pembroke Fire Department enrolled
in an exciting initiative to promote fire safety education
through the Ontario Fire Marshal’s Public Fire Safety
Council and the Toronto Blue Jays. This partnership
campaign entitled “Swing into Summer Safety” kicked off
in May 2015 and continued throughout the baseball season.
Fire safety promotional items valued at $2,000 were
provided free of charge and were displayed at the Fire Hall
and distributed to children throughout the summer. Also,
the Blue Jays produced a series of player public service
announcements to be used by fire departments with their
local media. The Pembroke Fire Department was pleased to
work together with the Blue Jays to reduce fire losses and
save lives.
12 Days of Holiday Fire Safety
The Pembroke Fire Department, in partnership
with MY FM, participated in the O.F.M. Public
Fire Safety Council’s 12 Days of Holiday Fire
Safety campaign in December 2015. This
provides an opportunity for a limited number of
departments across the province to run a contest
with their local media. Using the 12 holiday fire safety tips leading up to Christmas, listeners of
MY FM were invited to repeat the daily tip to win a prize package.
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PEMBROKE FIRE DEPARTMENT
Vulnerable Occupancy Drills
The Pembroke Fire Department continued to follow the Ontario Fire Marshall directive to
conduct fire drill scenarios, observations and fire safety inspections at all Vulnerable
Occupancies within the City. This included all care occupancies, care & treatment occupancies
and retirement homes. A total of eight vulnerable occupancy drills were conducted when these
occupancies were at their lowest staffing levels; this included Supples Landing, Pinewood
Retirement Residence, Riverview Heights, Heritage Manor, Marianhill, Miramichi, Carefor and
the Pembroke Regional Hospital. 2015 saw the addition of one new vulnerable occupancy; that
being the Carefor Mackay Centre.
Strategic Plan
Chief Herback completed a five year Strategic Plan that outlines the strategies for all aspects and
operations of the Pembroke Fire Department from 2015- 2020.
Other Public Relation Events
Also in 2015, the Pembroke Fire Department participated in the Spring Fun Fairs at Wise Owl
Day Care, jeanne lajoie, Champlain Discovery, Highview and Cathedral schools, Grand Opening
of the Pembroke Waterfront, Colby’s Crusade, Cystic Fibrosis Walk, HGS Anniversary, Rotary
Ride for Kids, Staples Special Olympics Fundraiser, Flag Raising at City Hall, Canada Day
Celebrations, First Responder Appreciation service at Wesley United Church, County of
Renfrew Warden’s Family Day, P.B.I.A. Rolling Thunder Block Party, McHappy Day, United
Way Breakfast, Remembrance Day parade, Snospree Polar Bear Dip and the Santa Claus
Parade.
Chief Herback attended the Emergency Management Ontario Sector meeting in Ottawa as the
alternate C.E.M.C. for the City of Pembroke. At Algonquin College, Ottawa Campus, Chief
Herback attended the Steering Committee meetings for their pre-entry fire service theory course.
The grand openings for the Pembroke O.P.P. station and the Pembroke Regional Hospital MRI
facility were attended by Chief Herback.
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PEMBROKE FIRE DEPARTMENT
Public Education
Public Education goes hand in hand with Fire Prevention and we strive to continually improve
and increase our public education programs to reach all age groups.
2015 Tours of our Fire Hall have been conducted for various groups including students at City
elementary schools and Rockwood and Palmer Rapids Public Schools. Also participating were
Wise Owl Day Care and Children’s Garden Nursery School, Church Youth Groups and Boy
Scouts & Pathfinder troops. Clients and their support workers from Community Living also tour
the hall, meet the fire fighters and listen to a fire safety talk. Tours have also been provided for
children’s birthday parties and out of town visitors.
Chief Herback and our Members presented fire safety talk to tenants of St. Joseph Housing and
Renfrew County Housing Authority, clients and support workers of Community Living, City of
Pembroke summer staff and Kiwanis Club Members, to name a few.
The following breakdown demonstrates some of the highlights of our Public Education activities
in 2015.
Public
Education/Prevention
Number of Events
Held
Number of
Participants
Fire Extinguisher
Demonstrations
21
570
Fire Hall Tours
19
600
Fire Drills
91
n/a
Fire Safety Talks
18
260
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PEMBROKE FIRE DEPARTMENT
Carbon Monoxide Alarm/ Program
The requirement for carbon monoxide alarms in all residences in Ontario became law in 2014
and became an enforceable offence in 2015. In conjunction with the Province and the Ontario
Fire Marshal, a public education campaign has been ongoing since 2014. This campaign includes
radio, newspaper and television Public Service Announcements. This subject was also a major
portion of our Fire Prevention Week activities.
TAPP – C (The Arson Prevention Program for Children)
The Pembroke Fire Department delivers this program to children identified to have an
“unhealthy” fascination with fire starting. It is a voluntary program, although it can also be a
requirement of the courts.
Chief Dan Herback and Fire Fighter Shawn Morgan have been instructors of this program for
twelve and five years respectively. Acting Captain Scott Selle and Fire Fighter Kyle
Zimmerman have also assisted with the delivery of this program.
Environmentally Friendly Electronic Extinguisher Demonstrator
In the fall of 2015, our department purchased an
Environmentally-Friendly Electronic Extinguisher
Demonstrator. This allows us to provide a
completely clean and safe training experience in any
setting, indoors or out, including actual work and
home environments.
The system uses a laser to replicate extinguisher discharge
making it an environmentally friendly way to train. The
LED digital flames and laser training extinguisher provide a
dynamic and realistic simulation while eliminating the
hazards associated with conventional fire extinguisher
training.
This new equipment was first demonstrated at our Fire
Prevention Week Open House and has been utilized for
numerous staff training at various occupancies in the City.
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PEMBROKE FIRE DEPARTMENT
Training
In 2012 the Pembroke Fire Department adopted the N.F.P.A. (National Fire Protection
Association) Fundamentals of Firefighter Skills certified standard training program. All members
are supplied with a study text and workbook and complete theoretical as well as practical
training to this standard training program. All Officers were issued their renewal Assistant to the
Fire Marshall Identification cards from the Ontario
Fire Marshal.
Practical training on extrication techniques continued
in the spring of 2015 for the career fire fighters.
Vehicles are supplied by B-Line wreckers and
delivered to the former Smurfit MBI property where
the firefighters put all pieces of extrication equipment
to use. This area is fenced and allows the room
required for training that is not available at the
Pembroke Fire Station. Having a locked fenced-in yard
allows security when not in attendance.
All career Fire Fighters completed their annual water rescue
training at the Kinsmen Pool. Fire Fighters along with the
Volunteers took part in a Search and Rescue training exercise
at the former Pembroke Police Building on William Street.
R.I.T. Training took place at Pem Ice II.
Aerial operations drills were conducted at the D’youville
complex, Eddy Industrial Products and the Pembroke Regional
Hospital. Additionally, aerial training coincided with
raising/repairing the Canadian Flag at Pembroke City Hall.
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PEMBROKE FIRE DEPARTMENT
In 2015, Chief Herback attended the Zone 6 Fire Chief’s
meeting in Carleton Place and a Labour Relations Seminar
in Toronto. He also completed training in the Incident
Management Systems 200, Emergency Management Note
Taking as required by Emergency Management Ontario.
Chief Herback attended the Energy East Pipeline
Emergency Response meeting in Renfrew.
Captain Gary Lowe and Chief Herback attended the
O.F.M. Fire Safety Plan Review workshop hosted by the
Ottawa Fire Services.
Fire Fighter Ian Caughey completed his First Aid Trainer Recertification in March 2015 and in
May he completed the Oxygen Administrator Instructors course, both in Ottawa.
The Pembroke Fire Department hosted a one day Fire
Inspection Order Workshop at the Kiwanis Field House
for Chiefs and Inspectors from various fire departments
in the County of Renfrew. Captain Gary Lowe and
Actin Captain Shawn Morgan attended on behalf of the
Pembroke Fire Department.
In addition to our regular training on all aspects of
firefighting, all Officers completed the Incident
Management 100 on-line training course. A new
Breathing Air Compressor was installed at the Fire Hall
and all Members completed orientation training on its
operation. Members also completed training on the
newly purchased air bags & blocking equipment and the
Electronic Extinguisher Demonstrator.
Firehouse Software
Fire House is the record keeping software used by the Pembroke Fire Department since 2001.
All members of the department work with this program entering data and record keeping. This
software is also our daily journal and our data is now hosted off site on the “Firehouse Cloud”.
Secretary Lori Corriveau attended a FireHouse programming course at the Richmond Hills Fire
Department in May 2015. Chief Herback and Secretary Lori Corriveau are the administrators for
the program software.
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PEMBROKE FIRE DEPARTMENT
Ontario Fire College (Gravenhurst)
In 2015, The Ontario Fire College restructured and adapted their curriculum to N.F.P.A.
standards. Due to our proactive training with N.F.PA., all Members of the Pembroke Fire
Department were “grandfathered” to the new N.F.P.A. standard certification accepted by the
Ontario Fire College.
Chief Herback attended the annual
Coordinator’s conference in February 2015.
In 2015, Acting Captain Darrell Andrews
attended the annual Technician/Mechanics
seminar in April. Acting Captain Chance
Colquhoun attended the Solar Panel course
September and in October Fire Fighters
Luke Dunne and Matt Troutman completed
the on-line Legislation/Standards course.
in
Secretary Lori Corriveau attended the
Ontario Fire Chief’s Administrative
Assistants annual seminar in September 2015.
Volunteer Fire Fighter Training
The new Volunteers hired in 2015
completed twenty orientation training
sessions prior to their entry level testing
in October.
All Volunteers trained bi-weekly on
topics ranging from apparatus and
equipment placement to hose testing &
water supply.
A practical Search and Rescue exercise was completed at the former Pembroke Police Station on
William Street.
Northeastern Fire Education Conference
Chief Dan Herback attended the annual Northeastern Fire Education conference in North Bay in
March 2015.
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PEMBROKE FIRE DEPARTMENT
ining
Apparatus and Equipment
The Pembroke Fire Department maintains a fleet of seven apparatus including the rescue boat
and two utility vehicles. Below are the operating costs for the individual apparatus.
Operating Costs
Apparatus
(excluding fuel costs)
1987 Ford Aerial (75’)
$659.40
1992 Spartan
$2,982.56
2006 Spartan
$6,249.18
2013 Pierce 100’ aerial platform
$2,781.00
1997 Utility Van
$986.58
2006 F150
$1,494.93
2008 Mercury Rescue Boat
$1,092.13
Total Fuel costs for all apparatus and small engine equipment of the Pembroke Fire
Department was $10,809.83. The 1987 Ford has been removed from service and sold as
surplus.
Apparatus Replacement Schedule
Description
Year of
Purchase
Year of
Replacement
Replacement Costs
Spartan, 1050
Front Line Pumper
2006
2026
$450,000
100’ Pierce
Aerial platform
2013
2033
$1,600,000
Spartan 1050
Front Line Pumper
1992
2017
$450,000
2004
2015
$15,000
2009
2020
$50,000
2008
2023
$50,000
Utility Vehicle
1997 diesel
2006 Ford F150
Rescue Boat
An apparatus Replacement Plan was implemented in 2007 and Capital Reserves are established
to ensure apparatus are replaced at the end of their life cycle. This is a working document and
revisions are made to accommodate cost increases, budget and apparatus replacement as required
for standards. The above is an estimation of our future replacement requirements
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PEMBROKE FIRE DEPARTMENT
Equipment and Building
Equipment
This photo captures the final
run for our 1987 Superior
Tele-Squirt 75’Aerial truck.
The apparatus was removed
from service and sold as
surplus in 2015.
Equipment maintenance and upgrading is conducted annually. In 2015 several areas were
reviewed and equipment was purchased as required. Acting Captain Andrews is our Mechanic
Technician and has created an excellent maintenance program that allows all members to take
part and take pride in the care of apparatus and equipment at the department. We always strive to
work within the operating budget to maintain and upgrade equipment, without using capital
expenditures. New Acquisitions in 2015 included:
4 Bunker Gear sets for Volunteer Fire Fighters
3 SCBA Snap Change Air Packs
3 Pagers and 3 Radios
8 pairs of boots and 3 helmets
6 new 4500 psi SCBA Units
New and Exciting
Rescue/Utility Vehicle
A used/ surplus Ambulance vehicle from the Renfrew
County Paramedic Service was purchased late in 2015 to
replace the existing 1997 Fire Department Utility Rescue
Vehicle. The vehicle has been outfitted as a Rescue/Utility
vehicle and identified with new decals and Pembroke Fire
Department logos.
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PEMBROKE FIRE DEPARTMENT
Scott 4500 S.C.B.A.
Three Scott 4500 Snap Change Air Packs and 6 spare
bottles were purchased in cycle through the Operating
Budget.
MAKO Breathing Air Compressor
This compressor is an industrial duty, fully automatic
control system that is compatible with our current fill
station. It has Carbon Monoxide and moisture
monitors ensuring the breathing air purification is standard.
BULLEX Environmentally Friendly Extinguisher
Demonstrator
The BullEX Environmentally-Friendly Electronic
Extinguisher Demonstrator provides a completely clean and
safe training experience. The system uses a laser to replicate
extinguisher discharge making it an environmentally friendly
way to train. The LED digital flames and laser training
extinguisher provide a dynamic and realistic simulation while
eliminating the hazards associated with conventional fire
extinguisher training.
PARATECH High Pressure Air Bags, Hoses and
Automatic Cribbing
The newest innovatively designed tools to lift, shift,
stabilize, contain and penetrate vehicles during
extrication incidents. This new equipment is replacing
equipment at the end of its life cycle of approximately.
30 years.
Fluent IMS “WHO’S RESPONDING” Pager App
This pager app allows all pager calls sent out by 911 dispatch to come
through Fire Fighter’s I Phone. With this app our department knows
immediately who is responding to a call, whether they are going to the
hall or the scene and their ETA.
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PEMBROKE FIRE DEPARTMENT
Mutual Aid
Dan Herback continued with his appointed duties from the Ontario Fire Marshal as Fire
Chief
Coordinator for the Renfrew County Mutual Aid Program.
We continue to address the major issue within Mutual Aid being the aging and outdated
infrastructure of communications equipment throughout the County. Currently Renfrew County
has commissioned a study of the communications equipment.
Chief Herback attended the annual Coordinators Conference at the Ontario Fire College in
February 2015.
Chief Herback was a member of the Heavy Rescue Committee and the Communications
Committee of the County in 2015.
The Renfrew County Mutual Aid Association was disbanded in 2015. The Renfrew County Fire
Chiefs’ Association is in the process of
organizing one day workshops with training,
vendors and presentations for Fire Fighters
from fire departments within the County of
Renfrew.
Chief Herback attends the Renfrew County
Fire Chiefs’ Association quarterly meetings
throughout the year providing a Coordinator’s
report at each meeting.
Pembroke Fire Department secretary Lori
Corriveau holds the position of recording
secretary for the Renfrew County Fire Chiefs’ Association.
The Renfrew County Fire Chiefs oversee the Renfrew County Fire Training Committee which
supplies training courses within the County.
The Pembroke Fire Department responded to one Mutual Aid call in January 2015 on Mud Lake
Road in Laurentian Valley. Our Department frequently is placed on standby for neighbouring
fire departments when their apparatus is out of service.
The Pembroke Fire Department continued to fulfill their Mutual Aid Agreements with
Laurentian Valley Fire Department for Heavy Rescue (Extrication) and Water & Ice Rescue.
For these services, our Department receives an annual administration fee from Laurentian Valley
as well as an hourly service fee for each individual call. These fees are reviewed annually.
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PEMBROKE FIRE DEPARTMENT
Pembroke Professional Fireid
Fighters Association Activities
In 2015, the Pembroke Professional Fire Fighters continued to donate their personal time, energy and
expertise to many worthwhile causes within our community and the surrounding area. They also made
financial donations to many local charities and
functions.
Listed below are the organizations that benefitted
from their generosity in 2015
Pembroke Professional Fire Fighters
Hockey Team hosted the 5th annual Elwyn
Duchrow Memorial Emergency Services
Tournament with proceeds to Pembroke Minor
Hockey Association.

Donation to the Canadian Cancer
Society supporting Scott Wood in the Guinness
World Record Longest Hockey Game challenge
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Donation to Pembroke Minor Hockey Initiation Program (kids age 6 & 7) Fun Day
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Donation to Ottawa Valley Thunder Girls Hockey Tournament
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O.P.P. (Whitney) Kid’s Fishing Tournament donation
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Donated and served at Champlain Discovery’s Breakfast Club
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The PPFFA is one of the longest affiliated fire departments to support MD Canada (the
official cause of the fire service), for over 52 years of annual donations
Special Olympics Boot Drive at Staples,
Pembroke Mall
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Donation to support a Fire Fighter from
the Niagara Falls Fire Department
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Donation to Suicide Prevention “Coldest
Night” fundraiser
Canvassed for Canadian Cancer Society
Daffodil Campaign
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Hosted Retirement Parties for Captains Stacy Graveline and Ted Farrell

Krista Johnson Memorial Walk donation
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Donation to Pembroke Regional Hospital Turkey Trot
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PEMBROKE FIRE DEPARTMENT
La Travesee cyclists bicycling across Canada to
raise awareness of mental health issues were allowed to
set up camp overnight at the Fire Hall. They completed a
challenge of riding their bicycles while wearing complete
bunker gear and the Association donated to the Mental
Illness foundation.
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Firing of Canada Day Fireworks
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Donation to Pembroke Shores Men’s Night
 Held a Car Wash with funds donated to the Champlain Trail Museum Air Exchanger
Fundraising Campaign
 Walk for Cody (Duchene Muscular Dystrophy) fundraiser donation
 Donation to Gary Underhill Memorial Golf Tournament
 Hosted their annual Chililfest, which raised funds for local charities
 Fire Prevention Week Open House
 Donation to the Gary Underhill Memorial Golf Tournament
 Prostate Cancer Movember Awareness Month
 Remembrance Day Wreath and Parade at
Cenotaph
 Salvation Army Kettle Drive
 City of Pembroke Christmas Party prizes
 Silver Stick Tournament Program Advertisement
 Boys and Girls Club Christmas Gift Wrapping
 Salvation Army Christmas Hamper for local family of five
 Collected toys and food donations during the City of Pembroke Santa Claus Parade
 Santa Claus Parade – provided hot dogs & drinks to all participants
 Donation for two children through the O.P.P. Christmas Angel Program
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PEMBROKE FIRE DEPARTMENT
Summary
Change and adapt was the theme of 2015 for the Pembroke Fire
Department.
Major change to our Career staff prompted the need to adapt
quickly and show our resilience and prove that our succession
planning is up to the task. Captain Stacy Graveline and Captain
Ted Farrell retired with combined experience of 58 years. Their
presence and experience was missed and we will always be
grateful for their dedication and commitment to the City and
Department. F.F. John Hubert also retired in 2015 with over 34
years of experience. All members realize that replacing the
experience is impossible, but all are willing to ensure we move
forward without missing a beat.
Along with promoting new Officers we also welcomed three
new career firefighters. After an extensive hiring process they
have quickly learned the pride and commitment it takes to be a
part of the Pembroke Fire Department. Our new Officers have proven that we are preparing
them properly for the next rung on the ladder and have adapted well to their new roles as
supervisors and mentors.
New equipment has been introduced and fresh ideas and ways of operating in all aspects of our
service have been implemented.
We responded to more incidents in 2015 than in many previous years and had many major
structure fires. We responded to more vehicle collisions than any previous year and continue to
ensure that we were on scene at every major collision at minimal costs. We continue to look at
the new ideas that allow us to respond to as many types of emergencies in a cost effective
manner and we challenge our Officers to develop these ideas. Our rescue boat was also an
important aspect of our response ensuring safety on the Ottawa River and aid when needed.
As we look toward 2016 being a very exciting year, planning towards a new location, we must
look back at 2015 as an unbelievably successful year. Ever changing, adapting and preparing for
the future, this year was proof that we are prepared for major change and will continue to provide
an unsurpassed fire service. We do this with the aid and assistance of all our community partners
and City Departments and we could not provide our service without their services.
We would like to thank all who were part of helping us serve our City businesses, residents and
visitors in 2015 and look forward to the future working with you.
Sincerely,
Daniel P. G. Herback,
Fire Chief.
ANNUAL REPORT · 2015
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