Placentia Fire & Life Safety and
Lynch EMS Biennial Report
July 1, 2021 - June 30, 2023
September 19, 2023
Motto
"E Pluribus Unum"
(Out of Many; One)
Vision Statement
The men and women of the Placentia Fire & Life Safety Department are dedicated to progressive training, forward thinking and a commitment to excellence, so that we may continue to lead the way in providing for life safety and property conservation.
Values
Dedication to Serve, Courage to Act, Ability to Perform Purpose Statement
We show up, connect, and engage with our community.
Command Staff
Jason Dobine,
Fire Chief
Api Weinert,
Deputy Fire Chief 1ik Fire Marshal
Amanda Horner,
Michael Finnerty,
Battalion Chief
Anthony Davis,
Battalion Chief
Cody Roesti,
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Houses the Administration and
Community Risk Reduction Divisions
PFLS Fire Stations
Station 1
110 S. Bradford Avenue
Houses a Captain, Engineer, Firefighter, and two
paramedics.
Station 2
1530 Valencia Avenue
Houses the Battalion Chief, Captain, Engineer,
Firefighter, and two paramedics
Fire Apparatus
• Seagrave Engine 1 & 2
• Seagrave Truck 2
• Patrol 2
• Utility Trucks (2)
• Battalion 1 & 2
• Deputy Chief's Vehicle
• Fire Chief's Vehicle
Call Summary
July 1, 2021 — June 30, 2023
9,828 Calls for Service
— 2,564 Fire Calls
— 7,264 EMS Calls
Average Response Time:
Fire: 0:06:21
EMS: 0:04:48
*Source: Placentia Public Safety Communications Center
Fire Calls
July 1, 2021 — June 30, 2023:
2,564 Calls
Fire Calls: 288
Mutual Aid/PD Assist: 294
Service Calls: 709
Traffic Collisions: 500
Other Calls: 773
Average Response Time:
6 minutes, 21 seconds
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*Source: Placentia Public Safety Communications Center
Appointments and Promotions
• Jason Dobine, Fire Chief
• Api Weinert, Deputy Fire Chief
• Amanda Horner, Fire Marshal
• Anthony Davis, Battalion Chief
• Cody Roesti, Battalion Chief
• James Banister, Captain
• Scott Ferguson, Captain
• Joshua Martin, Engineer/Captain
• Branden Smith, Captain
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• Matthew Wedin, Captain
• Lucas Dochmaschewsky, Engineer
• Larry Hogueisson, Engineer
• Spencer Brandon, Firefighter
• Brandon De Perez, Firefighter
• David Muro, Firefighter
• Crystal Adams, Sr. Management Analyst
• Valerie Camarena, Office Assistant
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• Regular and specialized
training:
Wildland Certifications
Hazmat Incident Commander
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Auto Extrication
Mayday Drill
Large Area Search
Ventilation
• Santa Ana College Wellness
Company Inspections
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Highlight Video
LYNCH EMS
"At Lynch EMS, we strive to provide the
City of Placentia the highest level of 911
paramedic services.
In partnership with the Placentia Fire &
Life Safety Department, Placentia Police
Department, and Placentia Public Safety
Communications Center, we have
accomplished continuous success and
growth towards our mission of providing a
safer, healthier city for all.
I continue to be so proud of our men and
women who truly care for this city and
those in need."
Mission Statement
It is our mission to:
Provide compassionate
professional patient care;
Uncompromising customer
support; and
Build and maintain the
partnership with the
communities we serve.
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Lynch Support Staff
20 IFT Paramedics
3 Operational Managers
1 Training Manager
EMS Calls
July 1, 2021 — June 30, 2023: 7,264 Calls
Breathing and Sick Person: 2,221
Falls: 1,106
Unconscious/Unknown Problem: 1,252
Psychiatric, Abnormal Behavior, Overdose, &
Poisoning: 359
Bleeding/Traumatic Injuries: 368
Chest Pain/Cardiac Arrest: 610
Stroke: 208
Other Calls: 1,140
Average Response Time:
4 minutes, 48 seconds
*Source: Placentia Public Safety Communications Center
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Cardiac Arrests
Return of Spontaneous Circulation (ROSC)
ROSC is the return of a normal heart rhythm with a palpable pulse after performing high-quality CPR
CARES National Prehospital
ROSC Data 2022*
Patients who received ROSC
LYNCH EMS ROSC Data
2021-2022
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in the Field
26.7%
Median EMS Response Time
7.4 Minutes
in the Field
58.8% (20 Patients)
Median EMS Response Time
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*CARES — Cardiac Arrest Registry to Enhance Survival
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Return of Spontaneous Circulation (ROSC)
ROSC is the return of a normal heart rhythm with a palpable pulse after performing high-quality CPR
CARES National Prehospital
ROSC Data 2022*
Patients who received ROSC
LYNCH EMS ROSC Data
2022-2023
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in the Field
26.7%
Median EMS Response Time
7.4 Minutes
in the Field
54.2% (13 Patients)
Median EMS Response Time
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*CARES — Cardiac Arrest Registry to Enhance Survival
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Chain of Survival
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Certifications and Training
• Certifications Include:
State Paramedic License
County 911 Accreditation
FEMA Incident Command System Trained
Basic Life Support (BLS)
Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
• Training Includes:
Mass Casualty Incidents
Specialized Stroke Training
■ Coordinated Zoll/AutoPulse Training
■ Biannual OCEMS protocol updates
LYNCH EMS 911 Paramedic Services
Accomplishments in Placentia
• Mobile Incident Command
• Teaching CPR & First Aid
• Citizens' Academy
• Community Outreach
• Mobile Intensive Care Nurse
(MICN) Training
LYNCH 911 EMS Paramedic Services
Future Goals
• Maintain quick response times
• Enhance community
involvement activities
• Improve quality of care
regarding cardiac arrests and
resuscitation percentages
• Conduct specialized trainings
for paramedics
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Community Outreach
• Participated in over 150
community events
Station Tours/School Visits
Library Storytime
City Events:
Easter Eggcitement, Heritage
Festival, Thanksgiving Basket
Giveaway, Holiday Toy Drive
L.I.F.E. Files
Social Media:
Facebook, Instagram, & X
PFLSD Accomplishments
• Received "4" ISO Rating
• Hired Deputy Fire Chief
• Moved Fire Administration to Old City Hall
• Promotion Ceremony
• Began regular fire inspections
• Hosted Battalion Chief and Engineer Test
• Released Operational Manual
• Successfully joined California master
mutual aid system
• Santa Ana College Agreement
• Installed garages at Station 2
PFLSD Goals & Objectives
• Seek lower ISO Rating
• Become an accredited agency through
the Center for Public Safety Excellence
• Fully staff all vacant positions
• Develop training and succession plan
• Update Strategic Plan
• Establish Fire Inspection Program for all
occupancy types
• Launch Patrol Firefighter pilot program.
• Keep current personnel eligibility lists
• Look for additional ways to partner with
Lynch in the community
Closing Remarks
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