The Los Angeles Fire Department will provide exceptional Fire Protection and Emergency Medical Services by being metric driven, technologically sophisticated and community focused while reflecting the people we serve.

The Los Angeles Fire Department preserves life and property, promotes public safety and fosters economic growth through a commitment to prevention, preparedness, response and recovery as an all-risk life safety response provider.

SERVICE – Dedication to our community

PROFESSIONALISM – Honoring the Firefighter Oath

INTEGRITY – Upholding moral and ethical conduct at all times

RESPECT – Embracing diversity and recognizing individual worth

INNOVATION – Taking creative risks to adapt and improve

TRUST – Reliance on the integrity, strength and ability of our members

To our residents:

We owe the residents of Los Angeles to the highest quality of service possible, characterized by responsiveness, integrity and professionalism. We will continually strive for quality improvement.

To the fire department:

We owe the Los Angeles fire department our full commitment and dedication. We will always look beyond the traditional scope of our individual positions so promote teamwork and organizational effectiveness.

To each other:

We owe each other a working environment characterized by trust and respect for the individual, fostering open and honest communication at all levels.

To ourselves:

We owe ourselves personal and professional growth. We will seek new knowledge and greater challenges, and strive to remain at the leading edge of our profession.

1. Operate through Teamwork

2. Operate Ethically and with Integrity

3. Operate to position the Department for the Future.