![]() ![]() Typically, a Truck Company runs with a single Engine in a configuration called a "Light Force." Or, when running with two engines, the term "Task Force" is used. However, these powerful apparatus are rarely assigned to run on their own. ![]() The LAFD operates a number of Aerial Ladder Fire Engines - called "Truck Companies" in LA firefighter jargon. Special features include 4-wheel disc brakes, a brush box (for wildfire equipment) that is built in to the unit (rather than sitting on top, creating more drag and reducing fuel efficiency), and advanced lighting and monitor controls. These KME triples are unlike any built for other agencies, including but not limited to the LAcFD. This example is a brand new 2010 KME, one of a series of new KME apparatus, designed and built exclusively for the LAFD. ![]() They are housed in single engine fire stations, as well as at task force stations with companion truck companies. LAFD engines are designed specifically for the diverse needs of the City of Los Angeles. Commonly called, "triples" by firefighters, these powerful fire engines are the core of the city's fire defense system. LAFD Engine Company - all LAFD Engines are Triple Combination apparatus, meaning they can pump water, carry hose, and have a water tank. The above image is of one of the Department's Urban Search & Rescue apparatus. When fire, earthquake, traffic accidents, or other emergencies occur, the Department's fire and rescue resources are called into action. The core series of emergency resources for the LAFD involve fire and life safety rescue apparatus. An Incident Commander (IC) will typically be the person managing a mobile facility such as this. The Command Trailers include a wide array of equipment used for planning, communications, and incident management. The apparatus is used for major incidents within the City of Los Angeles or on request at a unified command post when collaborating with other departments and agencies. A "command team" Staff Assistant supports the B/C with critical tracking and resource management functions at any emergency. The Battalion Chief is responsible for fire/emergency suppression/mitigation within his/her Battalion. There are between five and eight fire stations in a Battalion. When a fire requires multiple additional requests for resources, a Division Chief may head into any region of the City of Los Angeles to provide command and control supervision.Įach Battalion Chief in the LAFD is responsible for a group of fire stations in a geographic area, typically 20 - 30 square miles in size. Together, the command team is responsible for the administrative and fire/emergency suppression requirements of a large geographic region of the City of Los Angeles. Traditionally, these sedans have been staffed by an Assistant Chief responsible for one of the city's fire protection divisions, and a "command team" Staff Assistant. These are similar in terms of equipment and setup to Battalion Sedans. Major emergencies may require the use of the department's mobile command post rigs. The Los Angeles Fire Department's Command Teams are able to move anywhere in the city rapidly (and safely) via their mobile command post sedans. ![]()
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