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SFFD chief reports on recruiting, inspections and investigations; commission schedules follow-ups
Summary
Chief Joanne Hayes White told commissioners the 120th academy will graduate 51 recruits on Nov. 4, staffing changes include seven new inspectors and two new investigators, and the Bureau of Fire Investigation has 91 open reports. Commissioners asked about investigations, outreach, and strategic planning outcomes.
Chief of Department Joanne Hayes White delivered the department's regular report on Oct. 12, outlining recent staffing, training and outreach activities and answering commissioners’ questions.
Hayes White said the 120th academy class is nearing completion and that graduation is set for Nov. 4 at the University of San Francisco, with 51 recruits expected to graduate. She said planning is underway for the next class, which is scheduled to begin Nov. 28 and will include 54 members.
The chief reported progress on hiring and internal promotion: 40 members are in process for a per-diem paramedic classification, several candidates are in medical review, and the department…
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