Life safety and property conservation are two main functions of the fire department. The Inkster Fire Department consists of 24 uniformed personnel. The department has one station with one engine, one ladder truck, and two EMS units. Our department responded to over 5400 requests for service.
Department Framework
Firefighting Units
The Fire Department consist of three 7 men units, each of which has one Captain, one Sergeant, and five Firefighters. They work year round fighting fires and transporting the sick and injured.
Other Duties
In addition to their Firefighting responsibilities most of our Firefighters wear more than one hat. We have Firefighters assigned as: Fire Chaplain, Fire Inspector, Emergency Medical Service Coordinator, Hazardous Materials Specialists, Training Officers, and Public Relations Officer.