MTAS researched the issue of whether the records of an internal investigation (non-criminal at this point) by the police department of one its employees are subject to public disclosure pursuant to the Tennessee Public Records Act ("TPRA"), subject to a statutory exception, or are otherwise privileged.

MTAS was asked whether there has been a case where a fire chaplain program has been challenged on establishment clause grounds.

Job description for the position of Chief of Police.

MTAS and CTAS collaborated on this project for Shelby County Government Fire Department.

MTAS was asked to conduct an ISO study for the City of Etowah, exploring the dispatch center, the water supply, and the fire department.

A sample ordinance of the city of [blank], Tennessee, providing that the municipal code of the city be amended by adding a new chapter therein, providing for the installation and maintenance of communications facilities in the public right-of-way.

MTAS has created three sample water rescue standard operating procedures (SOPs) for cities to revise and adopt for their use. SOP 1 establishes a standard structure and guideline for all fire department personnel operating at incidents involving water rescue operations. SOP 2 provides procedures and guidance when responding to emergency calls involving a water rescue incident while ensuring the safety and well-being of both rescuers and victims. SOP 3 addresses procedures detailing operation of agency boats and watercraft.

Factors to consider when designing user charge structures include legal issues, fairness, impact on customers, simplicity, and competitiveness. Capacity development fees force new customers to pay an "entry fee" that places them on the same financial plane as existing customers. An example of capactiy development fee computation is included.

MTAS was asked about the pros and cons of a volunteer fire department changing to a paid on call fire department.

MTAS Fire Management Consultant Steven Cross was asked to conduct a study of the Lawrenceburg fire department regarding staffing and rank structure. Report includes recommendations.