Fire Trucks and Gear
What type of vehicle does the Fort Thomas Fire Dept. use as it’s primary firefighting apparatus?
A fire engine.
What is the recommended number of smoke alarms every home in Fort Thomas should have, at minimum?
At least one smoke alarm on every level of the home and inside each sleeping area.
What is the primary job firefighters perform when responding to a building fire?
They extinguish the fire and ensure everyone is safely evacuated.
What river borders Fort Thomas to the north?
The Ohio River.
How many hours are in a typical Fort Thomas firefighter’s shift?
24 hours on, followed by 48 hours off (common shift schedule).
What breathing device do Fort Thomas firefighters wear to operate safely in smoke-filled areas?
A self-contained breathing apparatus. (SCBA)
How often should Fort Thomas residents test their smoke alarms?
Once a month.
What life-saving skill do firefighters frequently use before paramedics arrive?
Providing emergency medical care, such as CPR and first aid.
Fort Thomas is nicknamed the “City of …” what?
“Beautiful Homes.”
What physical activity do Fort Thomas firefighters regularly do to stay fit for the job?
Exercise and strength training.
Which fire truck in Fort Thomas is equipped with a long aerial ladder for reaching upper floors and rooftops?
A ladder truck.
What is the safest way to exit a home filled with smoke?
Stay low to the ground and crawl to the nearest exit.
What do firefighters perform to locate people who may be trapped inside a burning building?
Search and rescue operations.
Fort Thomas was originally established as a … in the late 1800s?
U.S. Army fort.
Besides fighting fires, what other role do Fort Thomas firefighters perform in the community?
Responding to medical emergencies and rescue calls.
What protective clothing do Fort Thomas firefighters wear that includes a helmet, coat, pants, boots, and gloves?
Turnout gear (also called bunker gear.)
How often should families in Fort Thomas practice their home fire escape plan?
At least twice a year.
What task do firefighters do to remove smoke and heat from a burning structure to make it safer to enter?
Ventilation.
Which famous scenic highway runs near Fort Thomas?
The Dixie Highway.
What safety training do Fort Thomas firefighters continually practice to stay prepared for emergencies?
Drills for fire, rescue, and hazardous materials situations.
What high-capacity device on Fort Thomas fire trucks is used to move water through hoses during fire suppression?
A fire pump.
What should a Fort Thomas resident do if a small cooking fire starts in a pan on the stove?
Slide a lid over the pan to smother the flames and turn off the heat—never use water on a grease fire.
What preventive activity do firefighters regularly do in the community to reduce the risk of fires?
Conduct fire safety education and inspections.
Fort Thomas is located in which U.S. state?
Kentucky.
What type of gear must Fort Thomas firefighters always wear when responding to a fire?
Turnout gear (helmet, coat, pants, gloves, and boots).