The Field Operations Bureau oversees the day-to-day operations of the Toledo Fire & Rescue Department. This includes managing emergency response staffing, maintaining department facilities and vehicles, and supporting firefighter safety through ongoing training and evaluation. The Bureau is committed to efficiency, safety, and continuous improvement across all operations.
Daily Emergency Operations
Toledo Fire & Rescue operates under a three-platoon system (A, B, and C), with each platoon working 24-hour shifts and 48 hours off. The city is covered by 19 fire stations with a minimum daily staffing of 110 personnel, including Captains and Lieutenants who oversee station and equipment readiness. The city is divided into three Battalions, each led by a Battalion Chief—one of whom serves as the Senior Battalion Chief responsible for citywide coordination.
Our emergency response capabilities include:
- 18 Engines
- 3 Ladder Trucks
- 2 Squads
- 10 BLS (Basic Life Support) Transport Units
- 6 ALS (Advanced Life Support) Transport Units
- Specialized rescue teams respond to hazardous materials incidents, water rescues, high-angle rope rescues, trench rescues, and more.
Fleet Maintenance
This team is responsible for maintaining over 49 emergency vehicles, 48 department vehicles, and all critical fire equipment—including SCBAs, fire hoses, pumps, and ladders. They manage supply logistics, write equipment specifications, test new apparatus, and ensure NFPA compliance.
The fire boat, active during the summer boating season, supports water rescues, waterfront incidents, and events like fireworks displays, and collaborates with the Coast Guard and Police.
Building Maintenance
Established in 2013, this bureau maintains all TFRD facilities, including 19 stations, headquarters, the Training Academy, and maintenance shops. Two dedicated staff members ensure our buildings remain safe, functional, and ready for service
Safety
The Safety Bureau prioritizes firefighter well-being by developing and delivering training based on current fire service trends and research. A Staff Safety Officer and Line Safety Officers (Units 136 and 134) work closely with crews to improve safety practices and support incident command with tactical safety oversight during significant incidents.