General Information
Mission Statement
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Rescue
Rochester Fire provides emergency vehicle extrication, confined space, high angle, water, ice and agricultural accident rescue services.
EMS
Rochester firefighters are certified Emergency Medical Technicians-Basic level and act as first responders to medical emergencies in conjunction with police and ambulance.
Hazardous Materials
Rochester has been designated a State Regional Chemical Assessment Team (CAT) and as such may be dispatched to hazardous material incidents anywhere in southeastern Minnesota. All members of the department are certified to the Haz-Mat Technician level and all company officers to the Specialist level.
Code Enforcement
Rochester Fire provides a full range of fire prevention services including inspection and plan review of both new and existing buildings and fire protection systems. Risk Reduction Services staff work hand in hand with other city and private agencies to achieve a high level of code enforcement for the communities fire and life safety.
Fire Investigation
Risk Reduction Services staff provide full fire origin and cause investigation. All fires of unknown, suspicious or incendiary origin are investigated and arson fires are actively pursued and prosecuted.
Public Safety Education
Rochester Fire makes full use of a mobile Fire Safety House and the Official NFPA "Sparky Fire Dog" character to deliver fire and life safety messages. Classes are taught by firefighters in schools, at fairs, block parties, and other community events, with emphasis directed toward children and youth.