We are pleased to inform you that our emergency vehicles have been equipped with state-of-the-art Highly Automated Assistance Systems (HAAS). These cutting-edge systems have been integrated to enhance the capabilities of our emergency fleet and, consequently, improve our response to critical situations.The HAAS systems deployed in our vehicles are designed to provide a wide range of benefits, including:Enhanced Safety: The advanced features of HAAS contribute significantly to the safety of our emergency personnel and the public. With real-time monitoring and intelligent assistance, our teams can navigate through challenging situations with increased confidence and reduced risk.Swift Response: The automation and smart functionalities of HAAS enable quicker decision-making and response times. This is crucial in emergency scenarios where every second counts.
Presto Volunteer Fire Department is fully committed to providing accessible facilities, elements and
channels of communication to all members of the public. As part of this commitment, Presto Volunteer Fire Department
has a policy of providing an accessible website compatible with the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG 2.1) and
commercial screen reading software. All features of the website are coded to allow individuals with vision and
other impairments to understand and use the website to the same degree as someone without disabilities. We welcome
feedback and can often resolve issues in a timely manner if they arise.
If you need any special assistance or accommodations:
Presto Volunteer Fire Department has designated a compliance officer for website disability-related accommodations.
The compliance officer has received training in website accessibility and updates the site in accordance with those best
practices. Contact our accessibility officer to report an issue.
Compliance Procedures and Reports
In addition to testing with users with a wide range of disabilities and coding our website to WCAG standards,
Presto Volunteer Fire Department regularly scans its website to ensure ongoing compliance, and makes timely
changes to any inaccessible changes, if any are found.
Linked Documents and Third Parties
Please note that this site may link out to third-party websites, such as state or federal agencies, that do
not have accessible content. This site may also include documents provided by third parties included in our
agenda packets, for example. While we cannot control the accessibility of content provided by third parties,
we are happy to assist any member of the public with reading and accessing content on our site.
