NBFD Pandemic Protocols

A message from the NorTh Bellmore Fire DepArTmeNT

The priority of the North Bellmore Fire Department has always been the health and safety of the community and our members in both emergency and non-emergency situations.

Since the start of the Covid-19 pandemic, we have implemented extra precautions to reduce the chances of spreading the virus. We reduced the number of people coming into contact with one another as best as we could, firehouses were closed with the exception of alarms, and personnel were only allowed into the firehouse one at a time to conduct inspections and maintenance of apparatus and equipment.

Disinfecting stations were placed around the firehouse, and teams were tasked with disinfecting equipment. While in the firehouse, each member was required to wear a mask. To avoid a disruption in training, which is of extreme importance in the fire service, we conducted online training to make sure that we were prepared for any situation in the community.

Low-risk alarms were delegated to the chief’s office, and only the chief’s department responded to such calls, limiting the number of personnel responding to four people maximum. If needed, those calls could be upgraded to allow for the appropriate apparatus and personnel to respond.

EMTs were provided with additional personal protective equipment when deemed necessary, and personnel were required to wear masks at all times when out in the community and in contact with one another.

We will continue to enforce this policy and uphold the highest safety precautions as we resume standard operations throughout the pandemic to protect and serve the members of our community.

Sincerely,

Harrison Last Public Information Officer, North Bellmore Fire Department