Private Firefighting Services

Safety Services Management (SSM) – Facilitating Access to Private Firefighters for Wildfire Protection and Suppression

SSM is proud to partner with private fire departments in California to offer unique wildfire protection and suppression services. By working with industry-leading teams, we connect utility companies, insurance companies, private property owners, and construction projects in the wildland-urban interface with trusted experts to safeguard their assets and operations.

Services Facilitated by SSM

Wildfire Protection and Suppression

Through our partnerships, our team of trained professionals in wildland fire protection and suppression focuses solely on protecting your property. Unlike municipal fire departments, which prioritize the general public and may be pulled away from your property during an emergency, leaving it vulnerable, our private fire crews are dedicated to you, the client. They work to harden your property, create defensible space, and assist in suppression efforts during brush fires, providing the best chance for your property to survive.

Standby Fire Crews for Construction Projects

Construction projects in wildland areas face unique fire risks. SSM works with private fire departments to provide standby fire crews with medical-trained personnel who mitigate fire risks, respond to emergencies, and ensure safety for workers and assets.

Wildfire Prevention Assessments

A wildfire prevention specialist, facilitated through our partnerships, will visit your property to conduct a thorough assessment and provide customized recommendations. These proactive measures help reduce your property’s vulnerability and prepare you for wildfire events.

High-Value Asset Protection for Utilities

We specialize in coordinating services to protect critical infrastructure and high-value assets. By working with utility companies and private fire departments, we help prevent wildfire damage and maintain operational continuity during wildfire incidents.

Private Firefighters: Protecting Lives, Property & the Environment

The use of private firefighters during an active wildfire provides critical support and resources when municipal departments are overwhelmed. These crews, trained to the same standards as municipal firefighters, focus on hardening homes against fires, applying fire-blocking gel, and clearing hazardous brush to create defensible space, which frees up municipal resources to focus on attacking the fire directly. Additionally, private fire crews stage in high-risk areas during red flag warnings, will survey high-risk homes, and may start reducing hazards around properties to enhance their defensibility. By actively helping to combat fires, private firefighters align with the mission of fire departments to save lives, protect property, and preserve the environment. By focusing on prevention, preparation, and rapid defense, private firefighters play a crucial role in reducing property damage, protecting lives, and bolstering the resources needed to combat growing wildfire threats.

Why Choose SSM?

• Private Firefighters: Our partnerships give you access to experienced professionals who specialize in wildfire management and suppression.

• Flexible Service Options: Engage these services on a monthly basis or as needed. Non-members pay standard rates, while members enjoy discounted pricing.

• Comprehensive Expertise: From wildfire suppression to prevention assessments, we facilitate end-to-end fire protection solutions.

• Proven Partnerships: Our collaboration with private fire departments ensures enhanced capabilities and resources.

• Adaptable Solutions: We serve utility companies, insurance providers, private property owners, and construction projects.

Membership Benefits

Become a member to unlock exclusive benefits, including discounted rates on all services and priority access to wildfire protection and suppression resources. As part of the membership package, a wildfire specialist will assess your property in advance and provide tailored recommendations to help safeguard your home in the event of a wildfire. During red flag wind events, firefighting crews will be strategically positioned in high-risk areas to respond quickly and assist if a fire threatens your neighborhood. In the event of an active wildfire, our crews will often stage at our clients’ properties, providing protection and helping to discourage looting. Once the fire’s front has passed and scarce municipal resources move on to follow the fire, our crews remain onsite to extinguish smoldering fires, which are often the cause of homes burning down after the main fire has moved through. Additionally, our crews make every effort to provide updates to clients about the status of their property, offering peace of mind during an otherwise stressful time. These comprehensive services, included in the membership, provide proactive protection, reassurance, and support without the hassle of scrambling for assistance or paying premium rates during an emergency.

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At SSM, we’re committed to connecting you with trusted private fire departments to safeguard lives, properties, and projects from the threat of wildfires. Whether you need immediate protection, prevention planning, or ongoing support, we’re here to help.

Contact us now to learn more and secure your wildfire protection.