Operations (Ops.)
The Bureau of Operations is the Chicago Fire Department's largest Bureau, with a personnel strength of more than 4,500 uniformed firefighters and paramedics, many of whom are “cross-trained” in the use of nearly 250 pieces of equipment, including fire apparatus, ambulances, helicopters, and marine equipment. The Bureau receives more than 500,000 calls annually for emergency assistance, and responds to fires, medical emergencies, hazardous material incidents & other emergency situations.
The Bureau of Operations consists of four sub-divisions: Fire Suppression & Rescue, Emergency Medical Services (EMS), Special Operations & the Office of Fire Investigation (OFI).
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