Lakeview City Fire District
Fire Marshals Handbook
Created: November 30th, 2025
Last Updated: March 14th, 2026
This Handbook was created by:
GerdGenesis, Fire Commissioner
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"Evil is powerless if the good are unafraid."
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Fire Marshals
Fire Marshals
Fire Marshals exist to protect the personnel, property, and operations of the Lakeview City Fire District. They serve as the District’s sworn law enforcement division, combining protective duties with operational support to ensure that firefighters and medics can perform their jobs safely and without interference.
Their mission is carried out through four primary functions: defending firefighters, securing stations, protecting emergency scenes, and patrolling all District-owned property. Fire Marshals enforce laws, direct traffic, control perimeters, and intervene whenever District personnel or assets are threatened.
Authority and Legal Powers
Authority and Legal Powers
Fire Marshals hold full law enforcement authority within the jurisdiction of the Lakeview City Fire District and act as sworn officers responsible for enforcing all applicable laws, regulations, and District policies.
Fire Marshals have the authority to:
Conduct traffic enforcement related to emergency operations or District property.
Detain, arrest, and investigate individuals who pose a threat to LCFD operations or commit crimes affecting LCFD.
Enforce restricted areas, perimeters, and evacuation orders at fire and EMS scenes.
Issue citations for violations affecting District operations or property.
Conduct investigations involving threats, vandalism, interference, or criminal acts on District premises or that threaten District employees.
Support Fire Investigations by protecting scenes and securing evidence.
Fire Marshals operate under Fire Command at emergency incidents but retain independent authority over enforcement, arrest decisions, and use of force.
Fire Marshals must utilize body camera footage via a clipping or recording software at all times.
Duty to Act
Duty to Act
Deputy Fire Marshals will:
Intervene if a responder or civilian is in imminent danger due to unlawful force. (Mutual Aid)
Report all force used to their chain of command.
Document incidents consistent with law enforcement reporting standards.
Respond to LLE panic buttons if not otherwise occupied (Mutual Aid)
Deputies May NOT:
Deputies May NOT:
Engage in vehicle pursuits lasting more than 60 seconds
Engage in Non-LCFD-related criminal enforcement (unless via mutual aid)
Conduct Traffic Stops not related to District operations
Perform arrests (Pass all suspects off to LLE)
Use of Force
Use of Force
Level 1 (Passive)
Level 1 (Passive)
The individual is non-compliant verbally or physically in a way that does not pose any threat towards persons or property
The individual is unarmed, and is not acting aggresively.
Ex: The individual refuses 1 order to leave a fire scene
Force Permitted:
Verbal speech only
May present non-lethal means, but may not use them
Level 2 (Active)
Level 2 (Active)
The individual is non-compliant verbally or physically in a way that poses a non-lethal and non-serious threat towards persons or property
The individual is unarmed and is not acting physically aggressive, but may be acting verbally aggressive
Ex: The individual refuses multiple orders to leave a fire scene
Force Permitted:
Aggressive verbal speech
Non-lethal (pepper spray)
Detainment
Level 3 (Violent)
Level 3 (Violent)
The individual poses an immediate violent threat to persons or property
Ex: The individual is holding a knife and slowly approaching a fire scene
Force Permitted:
Aggressive verbal speech
Non-lethal (pepper spray, taser, beanbag, baton)
Detainment
Arrest
LETHAL FORCE:
Deputies may use lethal force if an individual poses an immediate lethal threat to firefighters or other persons.
Deputies may use lethal force on a vehicle if it is rapidly approaching a fire scene, as the vehicle poses an immediate lethal threat to the scene
Deputies may use firearms in limited, accurate shots to pop the tires on a vehicle attempting to flee from them.
Deputies may use firearms to incapacitate a fleeing individual if the Deputies has probable cause that the individual intends to violenty target LKFD responders in the near future.
SPIKES:
Spikes, stop sticks, cones, barriers, fences, police tape, flares, and vehicles should be used to prevent high-speed vehicle access to the scene. Do not place spikes or stop sticks where they could damage emergency vehicles.
If you assess a vehicle to be rapid, dangerous risk to the scene, you may use your vehicle to ram or block the violator vehicle.
Appearance
Appearance
Uniforms
All deputies must use the in-game uniform at all times.
All deputies must use the in-game Duty belt at all times.
Grooming & Tattoos
You are permitted natural hair colors. Small and tasteful streaks or highlights are permitted. Tattoos are permitted on the arms, provided they are not offensive or distracting.
Accessories
Vests are permitted in red with visible “FIRE”, “MEDIC”, or “RESCUE” markings on the front and back.
Non-distracting hats are permitted in red
You are not permitted to have large or bulky accessories anywhere that would restrict range-of-motion.
You are not permitted to wear any camo patterns.
You are permitted badges, microphones, radios, belts, and other fire department or medical accessories provided they are not faddish, distracting, or would restrict range-of-motion.
You are not permitted to use markings of units or ranks that do not apply to you.
Vehicle Permissions
Vehicle Permissions
Deputy Fire Marshals
Lighting:
Legacy Lightbar
Rear Lightstick or Spoiler Lights
Grille Lights
Under Mirror Lights
Side Window Lights
Plate Lights
Siderunners
Fog Lights
Pillar Lights
Accessories:
Pushbar
Wraparound Bar
All Antennas
Laptop
Trailer Hitch
All Speakers
Vehicles:
Emergency Services Falcon Advance 2020+
Light Trailer
Surveillance Trailer
Fire Marshal's Lieutenant
Lighting:
Rear Lightstick or Spoiler Lights
Grille Lights
Under Mirror Lights
Side Window Lights
Plate Lights
Siderunners
Fog Lights
Pillar Lights
Dash Light
Valor Lightbar
Accessories:
Pushbar
Wraparound Bar
All Antennas
Laptop
Trailer Hitch
All Speakers
Vehicles:
Emergency Services Falcon Advance 2020+
Falcon Pursuit Interceptor Utility
Light Trailer
Surveillance Trailer
Fire Marshal's Captain
Lighting:
Visor Lights
Rear Lightstick or Spoiler Lights
Grille Lights
Under Mirror Lights
Side Window Lights
Plate Lights
Siderunners
Fog Lights
Pillar Lights
Dash Light
Accessories:
Pushbar
Wraparound Bar
All Antennas
Laptop
Trailer Hitch
All Speakers
Vehicles:
Emergency Services Falcon Advance 2020+
Falcon Pursuit Interceptor Utility
Light Trailer
Surveillance Trailer
EO AC, DC, FC, CM
Lighting:
Visor Lights
Legacy Lightbar
Rear Lightstick or Spoiler Lights
Grille Lights
Under Mirror Lights
Side Window Lights
Plate Lights
Siderunners
Fog Lights
Pillar Lights
Dash Light
Accessories:
Pushbar
Wraparound Bar
All Antennas
Laptop
Trailer Hitch
All Speakers
Vehicles:
Emergency Services Falcon Advance 2020+
Falcon Pursuit Interceptor Utility
Chevlon Camion
Light Trailer
Surveillance Trailer
Emergency Service Unit
Emergency Service Unit
The standard FM vehicle, used to perform all core duties of FM, driven by any member of FM. The Emergency Services Vehicle is equipped to perform basic Fire Suppression, Rescue, Medical Response, Traffic Control, Tactical Deployable Cover, and Scene Control, fulfilling any requirement that may present itself when on-duty with the District.
Patrol Vehicle
Patrol Vehicle
Used by FM supervisors to assess, control, and respond to situations needing control and security.
Command Vehicle
Command Vehicle
Used for command and control of scenes, district facilities, and command presence throughout Lakeview and Greater Lakeview.
Weaponry & Equipment
Weaponry & Equipment
Equipment (In vehicle)
Cones*
Spike Strip*
Any tool available to you except: riot shield, ballistic shield, SWAT vests
* = required
Weaponry
Glock 17*
M4A1* (in vehicle)
Taser
Pepper Spray*
Beanbag Shotgun
* = required
Priorities of Life
Priorities of Life
1
Safety of Uninvolved Citizens
Uninvolved, or otherwise innocent, citizens of the county (including emergency responders) are the top priority of our district at all times.
2
Safety of Involved citizens
Safety of Involved citizens
Involved citizens, including emergency responders, are the 2nd priority of the district.
3
Safety of Property
Safety of Property
Property is the third priority of the District, and the district should take all actions to protect property once all lives have been secured.
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