2013-10-16 Response to Melson Press Release
6020 Raytown Trafficway, Raytown, MO 64133
Wednesday, October 16, 2013
Monday, October 7, 2013
Outdoor Fireplace Guide
PORTABLE OUTDOOR FIREPLACE DEFINED. The Fire Code defines "portable outdoor fireplace" as a portable, outdoor, solid-fuel-burning fireplace that may be constructed of steel,
concrete, clay or other
noncombustible material. A portable outdoor fireplace
may be open in design with approved spark arrestor in place, or may be equipped
with a small hearth opening
and a short chimney or chimney opening
in the top. This would also include
devices typically known as chimineas and fire pits. All
devices not commercially produced must be reviewed and approved by a licensed
Missouri Professional Engineer. (Proof of approval must be submitted to the
Fire Marshal).
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| Commercially Built Fire Pit with Spark Arrestor |
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| Commercially Built Chiminea |
Tuesday, October 1, 2013
Fire Prevention Week 2013
Fire Prevention Week begins next Sunday
Please take a moment to discuss you families plan to get out in the event of a fire.
Wednesday, September 11, 2013
9-11 Memorial Stair Climb
On September 8, 2013
eight members of the Raytown Fire Protection District along with 336 other
firefighters from the KC metro area climbed 110 floors of stairs in honor of the 343 who perished in the World
Trade Center Collapse. The climb was held at the AT&T Town Pavilion building located at 1111 Main street in Kansas City, MO. This event was held as a benefit
for the SAFE Endowment Fund, this fund provides
financial support for the surviving spouses and dependents of sworn law
enforcement officers, firefighters and emergency services personnel who lose
their life in the performance of their duties.
Pictured from left to right;
Darren Summers, Tyler Turner, David Andrews, Nathan Davis, Andrew Phelps, Sarah Richardson, Phillip Giegerich, and Josh Hargis.
Monday, August 26, 2013
Wednesday, August 21, 2013
The Raytown Fire Protection District will be accepting firefighter applications through
9-6-2013.
The fire district is expecting one open position to be filled by 10-10-2013.
Applications may be picked up and turned in at fire headquarters, 6020 Raytown Trafficway, Raytown, Mo. 64133.
The fire district may use these applications to establish a list of qualified individuals or initiate a hiring process at the direction of the Fire Board.
Complete application will include:
1. Fire Service Entrance Exam (IPMA test B-5) with a score of 70% or higher
2. A copy of the applicant’s valid driver’s license
3. A copy of the applicant’s International Fire Service Accreditation Congress (IFSAC) certification as Firefighter 1 and 2
4. A copy of the applicant’s current Missouri license as EMT or EMTP
5. A certification of a completed CPAT with a completion date of 10-31-2012 or later. Applicants with an expired CPAT certificate will be accepted however any job offer will be contingent upon receiving CPAT certification by 12-31-2013.
The fire district is not responsible for costs associated with CPAT certification. CPAT information is available at either Johnson County Community College or Blue River Training Academy Web sites.
Successful applicants will be notified of an interview process for evaluation and recommendation to the Fire Chief. The fire district reserves the right to amend this notification at any time.
A hiring process may be directed at any time at the discretion of the fire board.
Thursday, August 1, 2013
Gas line rupture 63 & Evanston
Contractors have hit a 4" gas main at 63 & Evanston. Missouri Gas Energy is on the scene working to repair the main.
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