Emergency Preparedness

The Jacob Kit serves as an example of how a local fire department can take the lead in community resiliency in a non-traditional, proactive way. Such a program is not only in accordance with the National Preparedness Goal, but it also demonstrates a daily value and commitment to the community we serve by addressing a modern threat that is causing fear and insecurity in every home, just as the term “fire” once did. In this way we are achieving community resiliency and ensuring homeland security. 

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There are no more trusted and respected members of any community than firefighters, and no other profession allows its individuals such opportunity to influence change and make a difference. Whether through a JACOB Kit or another program that addresses a community risk, firefighters should support solutions to those risks or even better, be the ones who lead it.

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Community Partners will be locating these kits in every classroom and bus in the Central Linn School District! The Halsey-Shedd RFPD and Brownsville Fire Department have installed over 100 Jacob's Kits in area schools and transportation buses; and have trained school staff on use and implementation. The next community focus will be encouraging large employers to have these trauma kits on hand for emergencies as well.