Headquarters: 816-578-4211

Prairie Township Location: 816-525-4200

Community Services Offered to Our Residents 


Inspections


Smoke Detectors

SJCFD will inspect and test home smoke detectors, as well as change batteries at no charge, by appointment. SJCFD also offers free smoke detectors to homes in need of them.

Fire Safety Inspections

SJCFD will provide a complete Fire Safety inspection of your home, by appointment at your convenience. We will point out areas of concern to Fire Safety in your home and give recommendations on ways to improve them.

Carbon Monoxide Detector Assistance

SJCFD will provide information and guidance on the purchase of CO detectors for your home. We can also help with installation of CO detectors by appointment.

Inspections


Smoke Detectors

SJCFD will inspect and test home smoke detectors, as well as change batteries at no charge, by appointment. PTFD also offers free smoke detectors to homes in need of them.

Fire Safety Inspections

SJCFD will provide a complete Fire Safety inspection of your home, by appointment at your convenience. We will point out areas of concern to Fire Safety in your home and give recommendations on ways to improve them.

Carbon Monoxide Detector Assistance

SJCFD will provide information and guidance on the purchase of CO detectors for your home. We can also help with installation of CO detectors by appointment.

Health Services


Blood Pressure and Blood Sugar Checks

Stop by and let us check your blood pressure and/or blood sugar. If you can not leave your house , make an appointment and we’ll come to you. This is for wellness checks only, if you feel ill, please call 911 and we will be on our way.

CPR Classes & Certifications

Training and certification classes in CPR are offered to the residents of SJCFD. Contact Assistant Chief Lee Rennolds for more information and class dates at lrennolds@sjcfd.org

Health Services


Blood Pressure and Blood Sugar Checks

Stop by and let us check your blood pressure and/or blood sugar. If you can not leave your house , make an appointment and we’ll come to you. This is for wellness checks only, if you feel ill, please call 911 and we will be on our way.

CPR Classes & Certifications

Training and certification classes in CPR are offered to the residents of SJCFD. Contact Captain Rodney Robinson for more information and class dates at rodney.robinson [at] sjcfd.org

Fire Safety Education


SJCFD will provide Fire Safety and First Aid education to schools and community groups in the district.

Fire Safety Education


SJCFD will provide Fire Safety and First Aid education to schools and community groups in the district.

Burn Permits


Visit the Missouri Department of Natural Resources website for Open Burning Regulations.


Mandatory Action! Contact the Southern Jackson County Fire Department prior to burning to notify the on-duty crew, and also to confirm that the current weather conditions are acceptable for burning to take place. Although burn permits are no longer required at this time, you still need to contact Southern Jackson County Fire District if you plan to burn.

Conditions Acceptable for Burning:

  • Air quality must be good.
  • Wind Speed <10 MPH

Burn Permits


A permit is required for all controlled burns in the district. Burns are regulated by Missouri Department of Natural Resources as well as SJCFD. All controlled burns must be inspected before a permit will be issued.

Mandatory Action! Contact the Southern Jackson County Fire Department prior to burning to notify the on-duty crew, and also to confirm that the current weather conditions are acceptable for burning to take place.

Conditions Acceptable for Burning:

  • Air quality must be good.
  • Wind Speed <10 MPH
  • Must have received an approved burn permit prior to burning.
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