Hoffman Estates Fire Department Standard Operating Guidelines PDF

HOFFMAN ESTATES FIRE DEPARTMENT STANDARD OPERATING GUIDELINES SOG Category & Identification Number: EFFECTIVE DATE: ADMINISTRATIVE – 002 September 1, 2023 NIMS COMPLIANT...

HOFFMAN ESTATES FIRE DEPARTMENT STANDARD OPERATING GUIDELINES SOG Category & Identification Number: EFFECTIVE DATE: ADMINISTRATIVE – 002 September 1, 2023 NIMS COMPLIANT SOG Title: The Organization Revision: 4 APPROVED BY: NUMBER OF PAGES: Re-evaluation Date: Alan Wax January 1, 2024 Fire Chief 3 PURPOSE The Fire Department of the Village of Hoffman Estates was created under the general power of the Village to afford its citizens quality fire protection and emergency service. Its creation, membership and general responsibilities are set out in Article 6 of the Hoffman Estates Municipal Code. OUR ORGANIZATIONAL MISSION Our mission: To limit loss of life, injury and property damage to the citizens of Hoffman Estates by providing the best fire protection, advanced life support, and emergency services in the most cost-effective manner. OUR ORGANIZATIONAL VISION Our vision: To be recognized by our community and employees as: 1. The model of excellence in providing fire protection, advanced life support emergency medical services, and related emergency services. 2. An organization dedicated to continuous improvement in every detail of the services we provide. 3. An organization that fosters an environment of tolerance, trust, and involvement. 4. A department responsive to community needs and concerns. 1  OUR GUIDING PRINCIPLES We believe: 1. We exist to help people. 2. In respect for all people. 3. That people are our most important asset. 4. That continuous improvement is accomplished one step at a time. 5. In the responsible use of our resources. POLICY PROCEDURE EXCEPTIONS REFERENCES DEFINITIONS 2 3