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New ISO Rating for Oak Hill Fire Department
Effective July 1, 2009, the Oak Hill Fire Department will be moving to an
ISO rating of 2/8B.
The details on the new, improved, ISO rating can be found
here.
This improvement in rating should mean an improvement in the fire insurance rates for most residential and commercial properties located in the district.
Policyholders should check with insurance providers on the details specific to a particular policy.
The Insurance Services Office (
ISO
) conducts periodic Public Protection Classification (PPC) surveys to determine the caliber of the Fire Suppression Delivery System (FSDS) provided to a Fire Department's citizens and property.
According to the ISO, it is the leading supplier of statistical, underwriting, and actuarial information for the property/casualty insurance industry. Most insurers use the PPC classifications for underwriting and calculating premiums for
residential, commercial, and industrial properties.
Other measurements show that Oak Hill Fire Department matches up well against other fire departments, both local and national, and
demonstrates
good value for taxpayer dollar.
To learn more about the Oak Hill Fire Department and Travis County Emergency Services District #3, follow
this link.
OHFD Loses One of Their Own
Firefighter Cohnway Johnson, age 26, was a great friend and firefighter. He
could always make everyone laugh but was one of the most hard-working men in the
department. Joining the department in 2006 Cohnway took every opportunity to
grow professionally, achieving certifications through the Texas Commission on
Fire Protection for Intermediate Fire Fighter, Fire Officer I, Fire Instructor
I, Haz-Mat Tech, and Driver Operator.
Firefighter Cohnway Johnson
On May 4, 2009 the department lost their brother Firefighter Johnson. Cohnway
had tendered his resignation after three years of dedicated service and was on
vacation while beginning his training with the Houston Fire Department. After
completing a four mile training race on Wednesday, April 29, Firefighter Johnson
collapsed and was taken to Memorial Hermann Hospital in Houston.
Firefighter Johnson was in the ICU at Memorial Hermann for five days and was
able to receive visitors. He continued to be vibrant in his conversations and
continued his typical joking way of interacting with others. Cohnway passed away
Monday evening.
The Oak Hill Fire Department will miss Firefighter Johnson greatly and their
thoughts and prayers are with his family.
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Awards Banquet 2008
Oak Hill and Westlake Fire Departments' joined together on January 17th for their annual awards banquet. Certificates and awards were given to
members of the department who made an impact on the community or the department over the last year. With over 150 members in attendance,
awards ranging from Firefighter of the Year to Unit Citations for Valorous Conduct were given to recipients.
FF Aaron Lyngaas, DO Adin Young, ENG Trevor Davila, LT Chris Ham
received Firefighter Achievement Awards
Members demonstrating outstanding achievement during the year received the
Firefighter Achievement Award. Jim Key, not in the picture, was also a
recipient.
Two OHFD members received the Unit Citation – Valorous Conduct award for responding to the call for assistance with
evacuation during Hurricane Ike, staffing buses and providing medical assistance: Captain Scott Barfield and Firefighter Scott Fiebig.
Oak Hill's Captain Jim Key received the Loy I. Mackey Award, which recognizes the volunteer who unselfishly gives an
excess amount of time and talents in support of the Oak Hill Fire Department. Captain Key
received the award for representing honesty, reliability and credibility to all
who know him. He has taught and mentored many firefighters and officers during
his time with the Department.
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OHFD Receives Grant from FEMA
The Federal Emergency Management Agency has awarded the Oak Hill Fire Department
$60,800 for a firefighter training simulator.
The grant will fund the purchase of a Mobile Flashover Training Simulator, a
"live fire" training exercise designed to teach proper response in the moments
before the "flashover" point where a lethal spontaneous combustion occurs. The
simulator mimics the heat and flame conditions just prior to flashover,
so that firefighters can learn to recognize the warning signs and either prevent
the fire from spreading or evacuate safely.
Training simulation using a flashover trainer.
The flashover training trailer brings the opportunity to conduct live-fire
training to any of the Travis County fire Departments. This particular device
can be set up at any location where a department might want to train which will
allow for more training with less down time for on-duty firefighters.
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New Residential Sprinkler Ordinance
The Travis County ESD#3 Board of Commissioners approved the new residential
sprinkler ordinance on February 25, 2008.
This ordinance will require that builders offer their clients the option of a sprinkler system to be installed throughout new buildings and structures classified as one and two family dwellings.
The ordinance is effective as of May 25, 2008.
Click HERE for
informational videos and more information on residential sprinklers. |
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Information
2008 Annual Report
Weather Station
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Oak Hill Fire Department has installed a weather station at Circle Drive. Click for more details.
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