Divisions

1. Fire Operations

   As the largest division in the Durham Fire Department, the Fire Operations Division is responsible for emergency response, which includes fire suppression, emergency medical incident stabilization, and more.

2. Fire Prevention

   The Fire Prevention Division provides fire safety education, inspections and fire investigation services.

3. Planning & Administration

   The Planning and Administration Division provides administrative and management services to ensure proper and adequate budgeting, program and policy research, equipment and facilities management and comprehensive strategic planning to further the mission of the Durham Fire Department.

4. Training & Safety

   This division oversees all aspects of training for department members and ensures that all safety procedures are being followed. This division handles all aspects of hiring and academy life. Additionally, the Battalion Chief of Training serves as EMS Coordinator for the entire City of Durham.