The City of Chandler, Arizona, Fire Department is a progressive, internationally accredited organization with an ISO Class 1 rating and a distinguished history of service to the community. Chandler Fire started as a volunteer organization and is now an all-career department. The city charter authorizes the Department to mitigate all hazards, including fire suppression, emergency medical services (EMS), hazardous materials response, technical rescue, and crisis intervention. In support of those functions, the Fire Department staffs a fire prevention bureau, EMS and training divisions, mechanical maintenance facility, community preparedness office, and Department administration.