The Cookeville Fire Department has 49 men and women on staff along with 12 students to provide services for the residents of Cookeville. These services are provided 24 hours a day 7 days a week for the residents of Cookeville. Divided into two divisions the fire department's functions are carried out daily.
| Fire Chief: | Training/Safety Officer: |
|---|---|
| John Kendrick | Captain Bob Lynch |
| Administrative Secretary: | Fire and Life Safety Education Officer: |
| April Howard | Lt. Bruce Womack |
By conducting inspections, fire safety demonstrations, and fire safety classes the Cookeville Fire Department works to make Cookeville a safer place to live.
Fire suppression is not the only function of this division, the firefighters are trained as First Responders, EMT's and Paramedics. This training allows the fire department to respond to medical emergencies and assist the Putnam County Ambulance Service in providing quick, responsible medical care in a timely manner. Automatic External Defibrillators are carried on the fire engines, which enables advanced medical treatment in the field in cases of sudden heart stoppage. Each member of the fire department is also trained in the use of rescue equipment so, that in the event of a motor vehicle accident, access to the patient may be gained rapidly.