Fire Station Equipment Upgrades to Speed
Emergency Dispatch, Improve Response Times

Recently completed equipment upgrades at Barrington area fire stations will significantly improve service to residents and businesses by speeding the emergency dispatch of firefighters and paramedics, BCFPD Trustees report.

An in-depth analysis of response times and future staffing requirements, including a review of current dispatch protocols, was recently completed by the Illinois Fire Chiefs Association on behalf of the BCFPD. Trustees commissioned the study as part of the District’s continuing efforts to monitor and upgrade service to its residents.

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Fire District Completes Safety Study for Enhancing Emergency Fire, Medical Service

The BCFPD has completed an independent professional analysis of emergency response procedures and firefighter staffing levels designed to help the District improve current service levels while positioning itself to meet future challenges.

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Public Safety Guide

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Deputy Chief John Feit, Fire Marshall Jim Feit Named Barrington High School Distinguished Graduates

BCFPD Trustees congratulate Deputy Fire Chief John Feit and Fire Marshall Jim Feit for being named recipients of Barrington High School’s 2012 Distinguished Graduate Award.


Jim (left) and John Feit have been named Barrington High School’s 2012 Distinguished Graduates.
Photo credit: Dan Luedert, Sun-Times Media

The two brothers – the first to be named joint recipients of the award – will be honored during the school’s Senior Honors Night on May 12th.

Fire Marshall Feit (Class of 1968) and Deputy Chief Feit (Class of 1976) have devoted a combined 61 years to the Barrington Fire Department and the communities it serves.

"Jim and John exemplify the highest levels of professionalism and public service excellence. It is gratifying to see them recognized with Barrington High School’s Distinguished Graduate Award," BCFPD President Tom Rowan says. "The Board of Trustees thanks them both for their commitment to protecting Barrington Countryside Fire Protection District residents."

NFPA Analysis Reinforces BCFPD’s Fire Sprinkler Advocacy Efforts

Automatic sprinkler systems reduce the risk of home fire death by 80%, and can decrease fire-related property damage by up to 70%, according to an analysis conducted by the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA).

Barrington Countryside Fire Protection District (BCFPD) officials view the report as validation of their longstanding support for fire sprinklers.

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