The Banning Fire Department operates as part of the CAL FIRE/Riverside County Fire Department’s Regionalized, Integrated, Cooperative Agreement. Through this contractual agreement, the citizens of Banning benefit from the resources of all CAL FIRE/Riverside County Fire Department stations. This regionalized system provides:
- More resources available for emergency response
- Faster response times across incidents
- Redundancy of coverage, ensuring consistent protection for residents and property
This partnership ensures that the community of Banning is supported by a highly capable, scalable, and dependable fire protection and emergency services system.
Mission of the Riverside County Fire Department (CAL FIRE/Riverside County Fire)
The mission is to protect life, property, and the environment through professionalism, integrity, and efficiency. The department strives to be a leader in fire protection and emergency services through continuous improvement, innovation, and responsible stewardship of resources, while delivering exemplary customer service.
Key Aspects of the Mission Statement
- Protecting life, property, and the environment – the department’s core purpose
- Professionalism, Integrity, and Efficiency – guiding values in all operations
- Leadership in Fire Protection and Emergency Services – striving to set the standard in the field
- Continuous Improvement and Innovation – commitment to progress and sustainability
- Responsible Use of Resources – ensuring efficiency and accountability
- Exemplary Customer Service – delivering the highest quality service to the community
The Riverside County Fire Department’s mission underscores its role in providing comprehensive public safety services, including:
- Fire suppression
- Emergency medical services (EMS)
- Hazardous materials response
- Rescue operations
- Public education and community risk reduction
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