What we do:
- Area of Coverage Mapping
- District maps and running cards
- Response Time & Deployment Analysis
Using historical call data and advanced simulation with Levrum's Code3 Strategist software, we model current performance and predict the impact of proposed changes on response times and standards compliance.
- Station Location & Relocation Studies
Evidence-based evaluations to determine optimal station placements, consolidate facilities, or justify new builds — delivering data-driven recommendations that withstand scrutiny from councils and stakeholders.
- Apparatus Deployment Optimization
Strategic analysis of vehicle types, placement, and utilization to improve efficiency, reduce costs, and ensure the right resources arrive quickly.
- Staffing Level & Scheduling Assessments
Detailed modeling of staffing configurations, overtime impacts, and shift schedules to balance service delivery, employee wellness, and budget constraints.
- Dispatch Protocol Review & Improvement
Examination of call-taking, unit recommendation, and move-up procedures to minimize delays and enhance overall system performance.
- Future Growth & Call Volume Forecasting
Projections of population, development, and call demand trends integrated into long-range planning for stations, apparatus, and staffing.
About:
Jeff Blanchard founded JB Consulting Group in 2022 following a distinguished 43-year career in the fire service, including the last 10 years as Fire Chief and Emergency Management Director in Hanover, Massachusetts.We provide data-driven consulting services to municipalities, specializing in optimizing fire and EMS operations.
Using historical call data and Levrum's Code3 Strategist — a leading simulation tool trusted nationwide for its detailed modeling capabilities — we accurately predict the impacts of operational changes on response times and standards compliance (e.g., NFPA 1710, NFPA 1720, and ISO).
Our projects draw on the collective insights of a network of affiliated independent consultants — including retired fire chiefs with proven track records in municipal fire and EMS operations — ensuring comprehensive, real-world expertise tailored to your needs.
