Operations

Established in 2014, The American Canyon Fire Protection District (ACFPD) provides Advanced Life Support (ALS) services, ensuring the highest level of pre-hospital emergency medical care for the community. Each Type 1 Fire Engine is staffed daily with a paramedic, allowing for rapid, life-saving interventions during medical emergencies. 

ACFPD's ALS program is overseen by a Battalion Chief, EMS Coordinator, and a supervising physician, ensuring continuous quality improvement and adherence to the highest standards of patient care. 

ACFPD ALS units are equipped with cutting-edge medical technology, including: 

• AutoPulse Resuscitation Systems (LUCAS Device): Provides automated, high-quality chest compressions to improve survival rates in cardiac arrest patients. 
• Advanced Cardiac Monitoring & Medication Administration: Ensures timely diagnosis and treatment in critical situations. 

ACFPD participates in the Napa County Automated Patient Care Reporting (PCR) system, a sophisticated software that captures patient data as soon as a 9-1-1 call is received. This system enhances patient care monitoring and evaluation, improving outcomes for those in need. 

The District is committed to protecting patient privacy and upholds a comprehensive Privacy Practices Policy, ensuring strict confidentiality of all patient healthcare information. 

The American Canyon Fire Protection District (ACPFD) Urban Search and Rescue (USAR) Team is a specialized unit trained to respond to complex rescue situations, particularly in urban environments. This team is equipped to handle incidents involving structural collapses, confined space rescues, trench rescues, and other technical rescue scenarios. 

• Structural Collapse Rescue: Responds to buildings that have been damaged by earthquakes, explosions, or fires, searching for and rescuing trapped individuals. 
• Confined Space Rescue: Conducts rescues in hazardous, enclosed areas such as tunnels, silos, and underground vaults. 
• Trench Rescue: Stabilizes and rescues individuals trapped in collapsed trenches, which are common in construction accidents. 
• High-Angle Rescue: Performs rescues at elevated locations like cliffs, towers, or high-rise buildings. 
• Vehicle and Machinery Extrication: Assists in complex extrications where victims are trapped in vehicles or heavy machinery.

By integrating USAR capabilities, the ACPFD ensures it is well-prepared to handle complex rescue operations, keeping both the public and first responders safe.  

The ACPFD Hazardous Materials (HazMat) Team is a specialized unit trained to respond to and mitigate hazardous materials incidents that pose a risk to public safety and the environment. These incidents can involve chemical spills, gas leaks, biological hazards, and other dangerous substances. 

What the HazMat Team Does: 

• Hazard Identification & Containment: Detects and assesses hazardous materials, ensuring proper containment to prevent further exposure. 
• Chemical Spill Response: Manages spills from industrial sites, transportation accidents, and other sources to minimize environmental impact. 
• Gas Leak Mitigation: Locates and controls leaks of flammable or toxic gases, ensuring public and firefighter safety. 
• Decontamination Operations: Decontaminates affected individuals, equipment, and areas to reduce the risk of exposure. 
• Terrorism & WMD Response: Trains for incidents involving biological, chemical, or radiological threats. 
• Collaboration with Agencies: Works alongside law enforcement, environmental agencies, and health departments for coordinated emergency response.  

What the Team Trains For: 

• Hazard Recognition & Risk Assessment: Learning to identify hazardous substances quickly and accurately. 
• Advanced Protective Equipment Use: Training in Level A and B suits, self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA), and other protective gear. 
• Decontamination Procedures: Practicing safe and effective decontamination for both victims and emergency personnel. 
• Toxicology & Chemical Behavior: Understanding how hazardous substances react in different conditions. 
• Incident Command & Communication: Coordinating response efforts with local, state, and federal agencies. 
• Live Scenario Drills: Conducting full-scale simulations of chemical spills, gas leaks, and mass decontamination events. 

The ACPFD HazMat Team plays a critical role in protecting the community from hazardous threats, ensuring a safe and effective response to any emergency involving dangerous materials. 

The American Canyon Fire Protection District (ACFPD) has partnered with REACH Air Ambulance to enhance emergency response services for Napa County and surrounding areas. This program will provide emergency and interfacility air medical transport, aerial fire reconnaissance, and additional emergency services to better serve the community. REACH, a fully accredited air medical transportation provider, will collaborate with ACFPD to deliver rapid and effective life-saving services. This partnership is expected to significantly improve the Fire District’s emergency response capabilities by offering:

• Faster Response Times: Air medical transport ensures critically ill or injured patients receive expedited care, improving survival and recovery rates. 
• Comprehensive Coverage: In addition to medical transport, REACH will provide aerial fire reconnaissance, supporting ACFPD’s efforts in fire detection, prevention, and suppression. 
• Increased Operational Capacity: By utilizing REACH’s resources, ACFPD can enhance its ability to respond to large-scale emergencies requiring aerial support. 

This collaboration strengthens ACFPD’s commitment to providing high-quality emergency services and improving safety for residents and visitors in the region.