Department Information
The Robbinsville Township Fire Department is a combination career/volunteer fire department located in Mercer County New Jersey.
Formed in 1963 as the Washington Volunteer Firemen, the fire department began as an all volunteer organization. The department has evolved into a municipal fire department, operated by the Township of Robbinsville, staffed 24/7 by career personnel and supplemented by a volunteer component.
The Robbinsville Fire Department is staffed by a total of 18 career firefighters overseen by a Career Fire Chief and Five Career Captains. The Department performs fire suppression, inspection and rescue duties.
The department operates Basic Life Support EMS Ambulances from the fire station utilizing Robbinsville Township equipment staffed by Capital Health System employees.
Located in Central New Jersey, Robbinsville is a 21 square mile community of over 13,000 residents as per the 2010 Census. The Department is responsible for Fire and Rescue Services for the Township of Robbinsville and several major highways including the New Jersey Turnpike (Exit 7A), Interstate 195, US Highway 130, and Route 33.
Some major corporations who call Robbinsville Township home include: Amazon, McMaster Carr, Grainger, Mercedes Benz, Bind-Rite Graphics, CoParts, Lifetime Brands, Scholastic Book Fairs, Mattress Firm, United Van Lines, McKesson Corporation, Ritchie and Page, Falken Tire, La-Z-Boy, and CCL Label.
Various passerby photos from today's New Jersey Turnpike incident.
Thankfully there were no fatalities and the incident was quickly contained by responding personnel.
How was Robbinsville there so quick, not a complaint just curious?
Paul, not sure how much time elapsed between when the incident actually occurred and our arrival. This is our normal response area. Bordentown arrived first. Quick is a good thing.
Additional coverage of today's New Jersey Turnpike Incident. Thankfully there were no fatalities and the incident was quickly contained by responding personnel.
twitter.com/abc/status/896861748564680704
ABC News on Twitter
“Overturned oil tanker catches fire, leaves New Jersey Turnpike traffic at a standstill. No injuries reported. t.co/JRTDKC23aC t.co/Y3kxEGCe4X”
The Robbinsville Township Fire Department recently received new medical equipment purchased with a FEMA grant award. The equipment consists of 4 new Automated External Defibrillators (AED's) and a LUCAS Chest Compression Device to assist with CPR. The new equipment will be placed in service shortly. We thank everyone who assisted and supported the grant application.
Original Release:
Robbinsville Township Fire Department to Receive Federal Funding for Medical Equipment
Robbinsville Township Fire Department Awarded $22K Grant
The Robbinsville Township Fire Department was awarded a grant in the amount of $22,740 from the Department of Homeland Security through the Assistance to Firefighters Grant (AFG) Program, announced Congressman Chris Smith (NJ-04) today.
“The grant will be used to purchase four defibrillators and one CPR device, surely among the most live-saving of equipment that a firefighter can bring to bear in an emergency response,” Smith said. “The grant covers 95 percent of the total cost of the equipment, and will replace older equipment that has become unreliable and in need of repeated repairs. I commend Mayor Fried and Chief Schaffener for proactively seeking these types of life-saving grants year after year. They have been very successful in obtaining this critical equipment which is key to providing fire protection to the community.”
“Robbinsville Township and our Fire Department, led by Chief Daniel Schaffener, is extremely thankful to Congressman Chris Smith and his staff for their assistance and support during the application process,” Mayor Dave Fried said.
“Without the direct support of our application and the overall program support of the Assistance to Firefighters Grant Program by Rep. Smith, the RTFD would be faced with some difficult realities regarding the safety of our firefighters and residents. The benefits of this award for our department and local residents is immeasurable. It gives the RTFD the ability to provide a reliable defibrillator on each of our two engines and each of our two in-service ambulances. Additionally, it allows us to provide an Automatic Chest Compression Device on our primary ambulance. In other words, this grant will save lives.”
Training and equipping Clergy, Law Enforcement and Firemen to serve as Chaplains in Robbinsville.
We would like to thank Bev Krocker for stopping by the fire station today with kind words....and cookies! The effort in thanking those who assisted with her malfunctioning smoke detectors during the early morning hours of 7/29 has not gone unnoticed.
Smoke detectors must be replaced after 10 years. If your smoke detectors are older than 10 years they may not work in the event of a fire. A date of manufacture can be found on the back of the detector.
The RTFD currently has hard wired smoke detectors available to residents at no cost.
Additionally, always remember to dial 9-1-1 for all emergencies.
We learned this about a month ago -- replaced them after 20 year!! Not good. It's not that big a job. Get it done after 10 years and stay safe.
Wow....I'm overwhelmed! Thanks again!!
Awesome job R'ville and extra special coming from a wonderful lady!
Very good job.
Always say thanks with food!! Sweet.
Thanks to the Robbinsville Township Fire Department for making the day special for the kids!
Don't forget, tonight is National Night Out from 6p-9p located at the Police Station 1117 Rt. 130. There will be games,food, bounce houses, water slides,music, Police Station Tours and the Robbinsville Fire Department will be there with their smoke house. Bring the family for a night of fun and excitement.
Progress pictures of the first of two new Type 1 Horton/Ford F-450 4x4 ambulances that will serve the residents of Robbinsville Township. Developing the specifications of these lifesaving units was a large undertaking by several department personnel with the financial support of Robbinsville Township Administration. The two current ambulances are 10 years old and are at the end of their serviceable life. Emergency Medical Services are under the direction of the Robbinsville Township Fire Department and are housed at the fire station. The Emergency Medical Technicians that staff the ambulances are provided by Capital Health under contract.
Where are they being built?
Better springs for when one is transported with broken leg?
Keith Ferraiolo show Robbie this 😈
Edward Mierzejewski Gary Ruglio William Shadwell
Scott Hussey Jr.
Today the RTFD assisted the RTPD with the Youth Police Academy. The participants learned how to perform CPR, First Aid, how to utilize a fire extinguisher, and were shown around the fire station.Today the kids of the Youth Police Academy were at it again, learning about CPR and First Aid taught by the Robbinsville Township Division of Fire Firefighters.
EC#8
Thank you so much. Much Appreciated !
That's fantastic, best training. Thank you for being such great role models and teaching kids how to do something invaluable! !
When was the last time you placed an item burning at 1800 degrees in the hand of your child? Legal doesn't make it a great idea nor does it make it safe. The newly legalized fireworks in the State of New Jersey can cause serious harm. Sparklers and "novelty" items are still dangerous. If you chose to use them do so with care.
Sparklers burn at or above 1800 degrees and can leave life long scars and injuries.The NJ Department of Labor has released guidelines for the sale and use of the newly legalized consumer fireworks. If you choose to use them, please be carful and use only as intended.
Sparklers burn at or above 1800 degrees and can leave life long scars and injures.
On 6/24/17 Robbinsville Township Fire Department personnel assisted by staff from Treats Garage conducted a large scale vehicle extrication training exercise at the fire station organized by Captain Palmer. The exercise consisted of three scenarios that challenged the skills of department personnel and utilized the various types of specialized equipment possessed by the RTFD. These types of training exercises assist in keeping all department staff fluent in the use of the various types of equipment and assists in keeping personnel up to date with the techniques/abilities required to perform complicated rescue operations. The RTFD encounters vehicle rescues of this type on the various roadways within Robbinsville Township, such as Route 130, Interstate 195, and the New Jersey Turnpike. The RTFD would like to thank Adam Mackey of Treats Garage and several of his staff who donated their time, the vehicles used during the training, and their towing equipment. We appreciate the continued assistance given to the RTFD which enhances our department training efforts. Treat's Garage, Inc. Mackey's TowingOn 6/24/17 Robbinsville Township Fire Department personnel assisted by staff from Treats Garage conducted a large scale vehicle extrication training exercise at the fire station organized by Captain Palmer. The exercise consisted of three scenarios that challenged the skills of department personnel and utilized the various types of specialized equipment possessed by the RTFD. These types of training exercises assist in keeping all department staff fluent in the use of the various types of equipment and assists in keeping personnel up to date with the techniques/abilities required to perform complicated rescue operations. The RTFD encounters vehicle rescues of this type on the various roadways within Robbinsville Township, such as Route 130, Interstate 195, and the New Jersey Turnpike. The RTFD would like to thank Adam Mackey of Treats Garage and several of his staff who donated their time, the vehicles used during the training, and their towing equipment. We appreciate the continued assistance given to the RTFD which enhances our department training efforts. @[627416090639263:274:Treat's Garage, Inc. Mackey's Towing]
Class act Treat's Garage! Kudos to Shannon & Adam for paying it forward
Treats is the best around!!
Shannon &a Adam....that's awesome! Treats is the best!!
I pray that we never need to use these skills but great to know RTFD is ready.
Robbinsville Firefighters are conducting CPR training today for our township recreation department's summer day camp counselors.
Firefighters from Robbinsville, Bordentown Professional FireFighters Association IAFF Local 5065, and Florence Twp. Fire Dept. responded to this overturned tractor trailer today on the Northbound NJ Turnpike between Exit 7 and Exit 7A. The truck driver was briefly trapped and removed by fire department personnel. Florence EMTs and Virtua Paramedics provided treatment of the driver's injuries.
6abc.com/traffic/driver-rescued-after-tractor-trailer-overturns-on-nj-tpk/2107962/http%3A%2F%2F6a...
Driver rescued after tractor-trailer overturns on NJ Tpk.
6abc.com
Rescuers have freed a driver who was trapped when his tractor-trailer overturned on the New Jersey Turnpike in Bordentown.www.nj.com/mercer/index.ssf/2017/06/robbinsville_fire_dept_awarded_22k_grant_local_con.html
Robbinsville Fire Dept. awarded $22K federal grant
nj.com
Through the Assistance to Firefighters Grant Program, Robbinsville FD will earn $22k.Flag Day Dedication Ceremony at Community Park.
Thank you to all of our veterans, past and present, for your service.
Come out and see us at the Community Festival today starting at 2pm. Fireworks will begin at 9pm.
Robbinsville Township Fire Department personnel along with other local agencies and personnel trained today on rope rescue techniques utilizing a tower crane at the BAPS Robbinsville site. These evolutions assist personnel in becoming familiar with setting up and utilizing various equipment to remove potential victims from height. This training evolution was organized through the efforts of Captain Eitel.
The tower crane currently stands at 100 feet and will rise to 200 feet in the coming years. The crane is being utilized to construct the largest Hindu temple in the world.
en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Akshardham_(New_Jersey)
Robbinsville Township Fire Department personnel along with other local agencies and personnel trained today on rope rescue techniques utilizing a tower crane at the BAPS Robbinsville site. These evolutions assist personnel in becoming familiar with setting up and utilizing various equipment to remove potential victims from height. This training evolution was organized through the efforts of Captain Eitel.
The tower crane currently stands at 100 feet and will rise to 200 feet in the coming years. The crane is being utilized to construct the largest Hindu temple in the world.
en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Akshardham_(New_Jersey)
Daniel Cunningham
Is that my nephew? He's so brave!!! Super proud of the risks he takes to save people!😁
He like a spider monkey. I am so proud to say he is my son
Robbinsville Township Fire Department personnel along with other local agencies and personnel trained today on rope rescue techniques utilizing a tower crane at the BAPS Robbinsville site. These evolutions assist personnel in becoming familiar with setting up and utilizing various equipment to remove potential victims from height. This training evolution was organized through the efforts of Captain Eitel.
The tower crane currently stands at 100 feet and will rise to 200 feet in the coming years. The crane is being utilized to construct the largest Hindu temple in the world.
en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Akshardham_(New_Jersey)
Robbinsville Township Fire Department personnel along with other local agencies and personnel trained today on rope rescue techniques utilizing a tower crane at the BAPS Robbinsville site. These evolutions assist personnel in becoming familiar with setting up and utilizing various equipment to remove potential victims from height. This training evolution was organized through the efforts of Captain Eitel.
The tower crane currently stands at 100 feet and will rise to 200 feet in the coming years. The crane is being utilized to construct the largest Hindu temple in the world.
en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Akshardham_(New_Jersey)
