FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS * Will the Fire Department service my fire extinguisher? No, the department does not service fire extinguishers. There are many fire extinguisher companies listed in the telephone book, however, that can service them properly. * What type of fire extinguisher is best for my home? The recommended extinguisher for home use is a "dry chemical" extinguisher, generally type 2A-10BC. * What type of smoke alarm should I buy for my home? The Fire Department cannot recommend specific manufacturers. We do recommend that alarms, both hard-wired and battery powered, be U.L. approved. A heat detector may be used as additional protection in attics, garages or other places where smoke detection may be delayed. * Where should I install the smoke alarm? Place a smoke alarm on each level of your home, near bedrooms. Avoid installing alarms near kitchens, bathrooms, outside doors or fireplaces. (Steam, drafts or kitchen heat could cause a false alarm.) Follow all the manufacturer's installation procedures. It you have any questions, call the Fire Inspector at 989-7121, ext. 103. * Does the Fire Department furnish, install or inspect child car seats? No, the Temple Terrace Fire Department does not furnish, install or inspect car seats. The installation and inspection should be done by a certified technician. * Can I get my blood pressure checked at the fire station? Yes, the Temple Terrace Fire Department offers free blood-pressure checks at both fire stations. Please be aware that our personnel may be away from the station and unavailable at times due to emergency calls, fire inspections or training activities. If you are in distress, call 911 immediately. * Is outdoor burning allowed? No. The burning of trash or yard waste within City limits is prohibited by law. If you have questions regarding this City ordinance, please contact the Fire Inspector at 989-7121, ext. 103. * How do I get a copy of a fire/medical incident report, and what is the charge? To request a copy of an incident report, click HERE, print the form and fill it out, then return it to the Fire Department's administrative office at 124 Bullard Parkway, Temple Terrace, FL 33617. The charge is $1 per page. For information call 989-7121. * Does the Fire Department offer CPR and/or First Aid classes to the public? Yes, the department offers the following CPR and life-saving classes: Family and Friends; Heartsaver; Heartsaver First Aid; and BLS for healthcare providers. Click HERE for class schedules and fees. * Are fire station tours available? Yes, group tours are offered at Fire Station No. 1, located at 124 Bullard Parkway. Schoolchildren are the most frequent visitors, but everyone is welcome. Call 989-7121 to schedule an appointment. * Why do you bill for ambulance transport? Charges for ambulance service help cover the cost of equipment, supplies and medicines used during transport, as well as costs incurred by the transport itself. Most insurance carriers have a payment for EMS transports built into their coverage plans, which should cover a patient's costs. If you have questions about ambulance billing, please call 989-7156, ext. 105. * How do I dispose of an old propane tank? Take all expired propane tanks to an outlet that refills them. Do not keep them around your home or garage, and do not include them in your regular curbside trash pickup. * How do I apply for a position with the Temple Terrace Fire Department? The City of Temple Terrace accepts applications throughout the year for firefighter and reserve positions. You can download an application HERE, fill it out and return it to Human Resources at Temple Terrace City Hall, 11250 N. 56th St., Temple Terrace, FL 33617. * Can I ride along with the Fire Department? The Temple Terrace Fire Department does offer a Ride Along Program. You must fill out a Request & Release Form prior to riding. It must be notarized and returned to Fire Station No. 1 at 124 Bullard Parkway. Click HERE for the form. * What is the Knox Box and how can I get one for my home? The Knox Box Rapid Entry System is a small, wall-mounted safe that holds building keys for firefighters to retrieve in emergencies. Copies of a resident's keys are placed inside the locked box, and when an emeregcny arises, firefighters are able to open the box with a master key, retrieve the house key(s) and enter the home. Not only do they allow firrefighters rapid entry to a home in an emergency, they cut losses for homeowners because firefighters can enter a home without breaking doors or windows. Residents may apply for a free Knox Box by filling out an application and returning it to Fire Station No. 1 at 124 Bullard Parkway. Click HERE for the application. Call 989-7121 for more information.
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