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64 ORANGE COUNTY, NORTH CAROLINA capacity of department training officer and is responsible for the development of the training schedule to ensure that State-mandated training is accomplished. The number of emergency responses has varied widely over the past three years. In 2009, the department responded to 104 requests for emergency services. EXHIBIT 58 NUMBER AND TYPE OF INCIDENTS 2007 Number Percent 2008 Number - Percent 2009 Number Percent AVERAGE Number Percent Fire 39 17.2% 18 9.09 11 10.6% 23 12.8% Rescue & EMS 94 41.4% 96 48.09 5 5 52.9% 82 46.1 % Other 94 41.4% 86 43.09 38 36.5% 73 41.1% Total 227 100% 200 1009 104 100% 177 100% Source: Fire Department information There is a system for pre-incident planning for target hazards within the district. Completed pre-incident plans are maintained and are placed on response vehicles. The department relies solely on rural water supply for fireground operations. There are one static water supply and 17 dry hydrants, which allow the department to establish a water shuttle arrangement to ensure adequate water supply. A Passport personal accountability system is used to provide on-scene accountability. Additionally, the department maintains the "2-in-2-out" protocol and has written procedures to ensure proper notification of building evacuations and other emergency procedures. All safety equipment and personal protective equipment (PPE) is maintained by outside vendors to ensure compliance with the manufacturer's recommendations. Services are provided to the district from one fire station located at 5 722 Old Greensboro Highway. The station was constructed in 1986 and is in generally good condition. Additional vehicle storage bay(s) and septic system improvements are required. To address the need for more space, the department has constructed a metal Butler building behind the main building to store emergency response vehicles. ~} MMA CONSULTING GROUP, INC. F)I