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Welcome to the City of Gladstone

Public Safety

For Emergency Fire Services, please Dial 9-1-1

CPR Instruction

The Gladstone Public Safety Department offers American Heart Association Heartsaver CPR instruction and certification at no cost to Gladstone residents. There is a $15 fee per participant for non-residents and businesses located outside the city limits. Healthcare Provider instruction and certification can also be provided for a $25 fee per participant. This more advanced CPR training includes use of the Automatic Defibrillators. To schedule classes, call the Fire/EMS Bureau at (816) 454-8310.

Fire and Safety Education

Fire safety education is available to residents in a number of ways.

Informal tours and presentations for small or large groups may be scheduled by calling (816) 423-4081, or if no answer, (816) 454-8310.
Smoke or carbon monoxide detector information may also be obtained by calling (816) 423-4081 and asking for the office of the fire inspector. Free smoke detectors are available for residents.
The same office will provide free instruction and demonstrations in fire extinguisher use.
State of Missouri certified child car seat inspection and installation can be provided by calling the office of the fire inspector at (816) 423-4081.
In conjunction with the North Kansas City School District, Gladstone elementary schools may participate in a special safety instruction curriculum under Risk Watch. This innovative program, the first in Missouri, teaches safety to children in the eight most frequent causes of childhood injuries and is funded by the National Fire Protection Association.

Fire Code Administration

The City conducts all inspections utilizing the International Fire Code as adopted and amended by City ordinance. For more information on the Fire Code, call the Public Safety Department at (816) 423-4081.

Fire, Conduct

To commend a firefighter/paramedic or file a complaint regarding the conduct of a firefighter/paramedic, please contact the Public Safety Department at (816) 454-8310 and request to speak with the Fire/EMS Division Chief.

Fire Extinguisher Training

Contact the Fire Prevention Office at (816)423-4081 for more information.

Fire Hydrant Testing

The City flows and test hydrants annually to ensure that adequate fire flows are available. On occasion, your water may appear muddy or yellow in color following hydrant testing. Let your water run for several minutes until it clears. If the problem persists, please contact the Public Works Department at (816) 436-5442.

Fire Hydrant Use

To use any City fire hydrant, you must request a permit from the Public Safety Department at (816) 423-4081.

Fire Inspections

The City has a regular fire inspection and plan review program for businesses within the City. Limited home inspections are also available. For more information or to schedule an inspection, call the Public Safety Department at (816) 423-4081.

Fire Investigations

For information regarding a fire investigation call the Public Safety Department at (816) 454-8310.

Fire Lanes

City ordinance prohibits standing or parking in a designated fire lane. You may report a violation by calling the Public Safety Department at (816) 436-3550.

Fire Prevention Programs

The Public Safety Department has an active fire prevention program recognized as one of the best in the metropolitan area. Tours and programs are available at either station or may be brought to your site. Public displays of apparatus/ambulances may be arranged for special events. Programs are available for all age groups from pre-kindergarten to adult. For more information contact the Public Safety Department at (816) 423-4081.

Fire Reports

To obtain a copy of a fire report, contact the Public Safety Department at (816) 436-2200.

Fire Station Tours

To schedule a tour of a City fire station call the Public Safety Department at (816) 423-4081, or if no answer, (816) 454-8310.

Fire Volunteers

The Gladstone Emergency Management Agency (GEMA) is an operations support group that was formed in 1990. It is comprised of community volunteers whose mission is to aid in the preservation of life and property for the citizens of Gladstone in times of disaster, whether man-made or natural in cause, and to assist the officers and staff of the various departments of the City of Gladstone. For information on available volunteer positions, contact the GEMA Director at (816) 454-8310.