Safety Stand Down 2026 will take place June 14–20 and focuses on firefighter fitness with the theme "Fit to Serve, Fit for Life " Physical fitness is a critical part of keeping emergency responders healthy, safe, and ready to answer the call This year's program emphasizes building and maintaining healthy habits that support both career longevity and quality of life beyond the fire service.
Throughout the week, personnel are encouraged to
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Target Hazard: Fun Spot
JUNE 2026
Station 92 recently presented their quarterly target hazard, focusing on Fun Spot, a major occupancy located within their primary response territory Crews reviewed site access, fire protection features, emergency evacuation routes, and tactical considerations related to elevated rides, go-kart operations, crowd management, and mass casualty incidents
Great job to the members of Station 92 for their efforts in preparing and presenting this important training opportunity.
Upcoming Events & Training:
EMS Inservice: Cardiac 6/16-6/18
Facility Training: Ladder Ops 6/23-6/25
Company Drills: Ladders and Aerial Ops
focus on seven key areas of wellness: Foundations of Fitness, Intentional Training, Technique, Nutrition, Evaluation, Sleep, and Strategies for Success. These daily topics are designed to provide practical tools and sustainable habits that can improve overall health, job performance, and long-term wellness
Whether it's making time for exercise, improving nutrition, prioritizing sleep, or setting personal wellness goals, every step toward a healthier lifestyle helps ensure we remain fit to serve our community.
Birthdays & Work Anniversaries
Joshua Collins 18 years
Chris Compton 8 years
Ben Henning 18 years
Last Month’s Firehouse Trivia Answer
Robert Eidson 10 years
David Eller 4 years
Chris Peacock 18 years
Dustin Samples 4 years
Garrett Pouliot 6/3
Keith Harris 6/29
Mike Matthews 6/25
Branden Thou 6/11
Question: What does the old firehouse slang term“Jake”mean?
Answer: A dependable firefighter
The term "Jake" is old firehouse slang used to describe a firefighter who is highly skilled, dependable, hardworking, and always ready to get the job done Being called a "Jake" is considered a compliment and a sign of respect among firefighters
Firehouse Talk
Things overheard around the station.
Firehouse Trivia
Research shows that sleeping less than 6 hours per night can increase injury risk by approximately:
A 10%
B 25%
C. 50%
D. 70%
• Firehouse math: one call = ten stories at the kitchen table
• Probie lesson of the month: never say the word“quiet ”
Kitchen Table Poll
Which firefighter wellness factor has the greatest impact on reducing injuries, improving decision-making, and supporting long-term health?
Answers revealed in next month's issue.
"Fitness isn't about looking the part. It's about being ready when someone needs you most."
Scan here to vote in this month’s Kitchen Trivia Quesetion
THE RESPONSE SCOREBOARD
Fast when it counts. Ready every time.
What gets measured gets improved.
Peter Drucker
⭐ STAT LEADERS
Most Calls: Station 91 - 178
Fastest Response: Station 92 - 4:10
Fastest Turnout: Station 91 - 0:55
Shortest On-Scene Time: Station 93 - 15:29
Now let’s take a look at the response.
Station 91 led the department in call volume this month with 178 calls for service, while Station 91 posted the fastest turnout time and Station 93 recorded the shortest average on-scene time
408 total calls handled this month
Average Response Time: 5:32
Average Turnout Time: 1:11
Average On-Scene Time: 17:14
Total Mutual Aid Response: 8
Message from the Fire Chief
“The function of leadership is to produce more leaders, not more followers.”
Ralph Nader
As we move through another busy summer season, I want to thank each of you for your continued dedication to our department and the community we serve Every response, training opportunity, community event, and daily task contributes to the success of our organization
The results we achieve on emergency scenes are built long before the tones drop through training, communication, accountability, and teamwork The professionalism and commitment displayed by our personnel each day reflect the pride we take in serving others and preparing for whatever challenges come our way.
Thank you for all you do. Stay safe, support one another, and continue representing the Fayetteville Fire Department with excellence
Chief Black
Teamworks Performance Management Guide
The Teamworks Performance Management Guide is designed to make the evaluation process more meaningful by focusing on communication, goal setting, employee development, and recognition throughout the year Rather than relying on a single annual evaluation, Teamworks encourages regular one-on-one conversations between supervisors and employees to discuss performance, progress toward goals, strengths, opportunities for growth, and professional development The process is built around clear expectations, accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement while supporting the City's mission, vision, and core values Personnel are encouraged to review the Teamworks Guide and familiarize themselves with the quarterly feedback process, SMART goal setting, and the job success factors that help define performance and professional growth within the organization
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