The Fire Rescue Division is the single largest division in the Arlington Fire Department ( AFD ) and is comprised of the resources typically associated with fire department emergency service delivery and operations . There are 295 personnel assigned to the division , with a complement of 98 assigned to each of the three shifts . At any given time , there is a minimum of 84 employees working on a rotating shift of 24- hours on , 48-hours off at 17 fire stations . Each shift , designated as A , B , and C , is commanded by one of three Battalion Chiefs who manage day-to-day activities , respond to major incidents , and work to facilitate concurrent activities to support the goals and objectives of the organization . Each of the three on-duty Battalion Chiefs oversees five to six stations , staffed by six to eight Officers and their crews . Minimum staffing for AFD heavy apparatus , such as engine and aerial units , is typically three to four personnel . The Division manages all incidents within the National Incident Management System . Fire Rescue takes pride in being prepared for all hazards and capable to quickly respond in any environment .
DUTY DUTY
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HONOR HONOR
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COMPASSION COMPASSION
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EXCELLENCE EXCELLENCE
Working Together to Make Arlington Better .
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