MISSION

Saving lives and property through the provision of high-quality fire, medical and hazard mitigation services.

PROGRAM DESCRIPTION

The Fire Rescue Department is an accredited agency by the Commission on Fire Accreditation International (CAFI) and is also a ISO Class 1 Fire Department. These professional standards allow the organization to provide services that protect lives and property through an effective and efficient emergency response. These major services include fire prevention and inspection, training, public education, fire suppression, emergency medical services, hazard mitigation and emergency management efforts. 

GOALS & OBJECTIVES

In Support of Goal #1 ‘ Tamarac is Home,” the Fire Rescue Department will assure a home town community fire department atmosphere while delivering state of the art lifesaving advanced life support (ALS) services, cutting edge fire suppression, and all hazard mitigation services to protect the citizens and visitors living and visiting the City of Tamarac.

In support of Goal #2 “Tamarac is Safe and People Know It,” Tamarac’s residents and visitor’s safety is the highest priority. The Fire Department provides a high-quality rapid response to medical, fire suppression and all hazards in the city which is paramount to achieving a safe community.

In Support of Goal # 3 “Tamarac is Economically Resilient”, the Fire Rescue Department will be recognized as a high quality organization who uses up-to-date technology and techniques to improve processes and long-term planning to provide services at an equitable and fiscally responsible manner to its citizens and visitors. 

In support of Goal #4, “A Vibrant Community,” the Fire Department will respond to all emergencies in a timely manner, and will provide the highest quality EMS, fire and hazard mitigation, and services. Tamarac Fire Rescue is accredited by the Commission on Fire Accreditation International (CAFI) and is rated a class 1 ISO fire department. 

In support of Goal #5, ‘Tamarac is Smart and Connected,” the Fire Department will provide current information to customers regarding programs and services and gather feedback. In addition, the Fire Department will prepare and provide accurate data records for analysis to continue to improve service delivery methods. Finally, the Fire Department will continue to conduct transactional surveys with our customers to assure exceptional customer service.

In support of Goal #6, “Tamarac is a Dynamic Workplace,” the Department will maintain a highly motivated staff characterized by integrity, education, and courage, and maintain a high level of professionalism towards our customers at all times.