Community Risk Reduction

Prevent. Educate. Protect.

Reducing Risks Before They Become Emergencies in Bluffton.

Community Risk Reduction (CRR) is about more than just fire prevention—it’s a data-driven, people-focused approach to public safety. The Bluffton Township Fire District’s CRR Division identifies potential risks in our community and creates targeted programs to reduce or eliminate them—before emergency services are even needed.

We work in partnership with local leaders, schools, public health officials, and most importantly, you, to create a safer Bluffton for all.

The mission of the Bluffton Township Fire District’s Community Risk Reduction Division is to identify risks and hazards through data interpretation and member input, and to implement public programs that reduce their impact and prepare citizens and visitors before emergencies happen.

What We Do

Here’s a look at the programs and initiatives that bring our mission to life

Car Seat Safety

Certified technicians provide free inspections and installations to ensure your child’s car seat is properly installed and meets national safety standards.

Schedule a car seat inspection

Community Outreach

We engage the public through school visits, community events, fire station tours, and programs that promote fire safety and emergency awareness for all ages.

Request a visit or event appearance

CPR & AED Training

We offer CPR and AED classes to the public, teaching essential lifesaving skills and building confidence to respond during sudden cardiac emergencies.

See A List of Classes and Sign Up

Emergency Preparedness

We educate residents on how to prepare for emergencies like hurricanes, house fires, and floods through checklists, kits, and readiness resources.

Explore preparedness resources

Fire Safe South Carolina

As a Fire Safe SC partner, we follow state guidance, collect local data, and deliver consistent safety messaging to reduce fire-related deaths and injuries.

Learn how we support Fire Safe SC

Smoke Alarm Program

We offer smoke alarm education, home inspections, and installation assistance to ensure every household is equipped with working alarms.

Request a smoke alarm or install

CRR in Action

Our commitment to prevention has been recognized statewide. Bluffton Township Fire District has received the Fire Safe South Carolina Award six years in a row thanks to our:

Focus on data-informed decision-making
Public CPR, smoke alarm, and Safe Kids initiatives
Consistent fire safety messaging and outreach

We’re proud to be a leader in making Bluffton a safer, more resilient community.

CRR Week

Every January, we celebrate Community Risk Reduction Week, a national campaign to spotlight the importance of proactive safety. During this time, we:

Host public events
Share educational resources
Recognize the programs and people keeping our community safe

CRR Week emphasizes the five E’s of risk reduction: Education, Engineering, Enforcement, Emergency Response, and Economic Incentives.

Meet the CRR Team

Our Community Risk Reduction Team is made up of dedicated professionals committed to making Bluffton safer through education, outreach, and risk mitigation.