This event was difficult for all of us; however, it could have been tragic. We realized we owed it to Eddy and all we serve to continually strengthen our already stellar training programs. Identifying weaknesses, exploring new trends in training, and broadening our scope of training cadres outside our region became a focus within our training division and training
committee. All areas have benefitted from expanding our training, including Code and Health Enforcement, Fire Marshal’s Office, Fire/EMS Operations, and professional staff. Job specific tactics and leadership in all divisions has been our focus. The result has been an increase of bringing in outside training instruction, increased onsite training, including growing partnerships with neighboring agencies, and participants from multiple states. PFD is quickly becoming THE fire training resource in southeast Texas. Firefighter Eddy Liceaga
Taking the next step in continual improvement led to our focus in improving our organization throughout by pursuing recognition as a Best Practices designated fire department by the Texas Fire Chiefs’ Association (TFCA). The TFCA Best Practices program is a comprehensive evaluation tool that looks at every policy, procedure, and operational processes of the department. The daunting process culminates with an extensive site inspection that conducts random personnel interviews and inspections to ensure compliance. PFD created a great group of passionate members who formed
our Best Practices committee. They worked hard for several months to ensure PFD met the hundreds of standards that must be achieved and we were officially designated as a TFCA Recognized Best Practices Fire Department in December 2024. What an amazing achievement that took a team of many to fulfill!
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