LFD EMS Division

EMS Division Overview

The Lebanon Fire Department Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Division is dedicated to providing high-quality pre-hospital emergency medical care to the citizens and visitors of Lebanon, Tennessee. Staffed by highly trained EMTs and Advanced EMTs, our firefighters are equipped to respond to a diverse range of medical emergencies, from life-threatening cardiac arrests, traumatic injuries, routine illnesses, and community assistance calls. Our teams operate 24/7 to ensure rapid, skilled, and comprehensive care during emergencies. In addition to emergency response, the division actively supports community health initiatives, public education programs, and collaborates with other agencies to strengthen and enhance the safety and well-being of the community we serve.

Mission Statement

The mission of the Lebanon Fire Department EMS Division is to deliver professional, compassionate, and efficient emergency medical care through dedication, training and teamwork. We are committed to preserving life, promoting safety, and maintaining public trust by upholding the highest standards of integrity, clinical excellence, and service to our community.

Vision Statement

The vision of the Lebanon Fire Department EMS Division is to be a leader in emergency medical services through continuous improvement, innovation, and excellence in patient care. We strive to strengthen community health, enhance emergency response capabilities, and empower our personnel with the training, tools, and support necessary to meet the evolving needs of the people we serve.

Core Values

Integrity – We conduct ourselves with honesty, accountability and professionalism in all that we do.

Compassion – We provide care with empathy, respect, and understanding to every patient, every time.

Excellence – We pursue the highest standards of clinical care, training, and operational readiness.

Teamwork – We work together as one department, supporting one another to achieve our shared mission.

Service – We are dedicated to serving our community with pride, commitment, and a spirit of selflessness.

Preparedness – We train relentlessly and plan proactively to ensure we are prepared for any emergency.

Administration

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Lebanon Fire Administration

The City of Lebanon Fire Administration Division is tasked with several important responsibilities. These responsibilities include overseeing fire prevention, fire suppression, and emergency medical services. The division also manages training and professional development for fire department personnel. Additionally, they are responsible for ensuring compliance with fire safety regulations and codes within the city. The most significant responsibility lies in providing all Divisions with the best resources, training, and equipment. This is crucial for ensuring the safety of firefighters and delivering the highest level of fire service to the City of Lebanon.

Fire Administration Staff

Fire Chief Jason Baird

Serving Since 1989
Asistant Fire Chief

Nick McCorkle – Serving Since 1999
Division Chief – Training

Brian Fountain – Serving Since 2003
Division Chief – Logistics

David Means – Serving Since 2005
Division Chief – EMS

Joe Simms – Serving Since 2005
Deputy Division Chief – EMS

Blake Wood – Serving Since 2018
Deputy Division Chief – Training

Cody Winfree – Serving Since 2015
Administrative Assistant – Mandy Goins

Serving Since 2017
Administrative Assistant – Sarah Grove

Serving Since 2023

Fire Suppression Division

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Fire Suppression Division

The Lebanon Fire Department (LFD) is operational 24/7 providing first responder services for fire, rescue, and emergency medical calls to the residents and visitors of Lebanon, Tennessee. The Fire Suppression Division is tasked with minimizing the loss of life, personal injury, and property damage resulting from fires, other disasters, and EMS emergencies. This objective is achieved thorough extensive training in firefighting and EMS skills, as well as collaboration with the Fire and EMS Training Divisions to discover and implement the most effective life saving skills and techniques.

At present, the Lebanon Fire Department consists of a total of 100 personnel, with 89 individuals specifically assigned to suppression duties. The Suppression Division is organized into three distinct shifts; (A-Shift, B-Shift and C-Shift) working out of 4 fire stations within the Lebanon City limits. Each shift operates on a 24-hour duty cycle followed by 48 hours off duty. Within each shift, there is one designated Shift Commander, along with two Captains and four Lieutenants. The Lebanon Fire Department is equipped with 3 Engines, 2 Ladders, 1 Tower, 2 Rescues, 2 Brush Trucks, a reserve apparatus, and 3 EMS Squads.

With the increasing population of 51,185 residents, the Lebanon Fire Department is dedicated to ensuring that the citizens of Lebanon and its visitors consistently receive exceptional service whenever they are in need of LFD services.