Because we like to play with fire, and because fire (as most of us know) can be pretty dangerous, we need the Alchemy Fire Service. Anyone can volunteer for AFS and we will teach you how to do the job. The Fire Service is responsible for maintaining the safety of all things fire at the burn. This includes large scale fires and fire-related installations throughout the event. AFS coordinates with artists to determine the parameters for art that might pose a fire safety risk. The Fire Service owns the burn field (the place inside the Perimeter) when we burn our Effigy and Temple. This team develops a fire safety plan and communicates that plan to local authorities and ensures compliance with all local, state and federal laws.
FIRE SAFETY Team Lead Responsibilities
Develop a comprehensive fire safety plan for the event.
Create burndown plans for all structure burns.
Work with the Volunteer Coordinator to recruit a team that would respond to any serious fire emergencies.
Work under the Safety lead and assist where needed.
Identify material needs and coordinate with the Public Works Team to procure.
Review current fire safety equipment and identify any repairs or replacements that need to be made.
Work with Safety, Temple, Effigy, Art and Conclave teams to develop burn plans for effigy, temple and art burns.
Conduct any needed fire safety training needed for Safety volunteers.
Attend pre-event workshop for Safety SOP and help post burn to make SOP changes.
Co-leads may be needed for this team to ensure comfortable coverage.
fireservice@alchemyburn.comFacebook group: Flashpoint Fire Safety