From Paper to Precision: How Wilton Fire Department Modernized Fire Department Inspections
Wilton Fire Department serves approximately 25 square miles in Wilton, Connecticut, protecting a community of 18,500 residents with fire, rescue, EMS, and hazmat services.
Challenge: Bogged Down by Paper Logs and Lack of Visibility
For years, Wilton Fire Department relied on paper forms tucked into binders to track inspections and inventory. Checks were often reviewed intermittently, leaving gaps in visibility and creating extra work for both crews and leadership. The department needed a better way to ensure accountability, streamline their workflows, and keep their team ready for every call.
Solution: A Purpose-Built Platform with Hands-On Support
When evaluating options, Wilton chose PSTrax for three main reasons: cost-effectiveness, the hands-on onboarding support that took the burden of data entry off their personnel, and the responsive customer service that stood out from day one. “Our personnel do not have the time to spend inputting information and building the database,” noted Deputy Chief John Plofkin, Jr. “PSTrax did all of the leg work for us—and the support we’ve received since then has been exceptional.”
With PSTrax, Wilton Fire Department improves operational efficiency by:
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Eliminating paper processes: PSTrax replaced binders and manual forms with a centralized digital system.
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Saving setup time: PSTrax handled inventory data entry, freeing personnel for higher-priority tasks.
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Streamlining workflows: Automated reminders and tracking in PSTrax ensure no inspection or follow-up is missed.
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Improving visibility: Leadership can monitor issues and updates in real time, even when off-duty.
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Accelerating adoption: PSTrax’s simple, crew-friendly interface supports quick onboarding and consistent use.
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Today, Wilton Fire uses PSTrax across Vehicles, Stations, PPE, Assets, and SCBA modules. PSTrax has helped Wilton FD improve both accountability and efficiency. Crews find the platform intuitive and helpful during daily shifts, while management benefits from instant visibility into issues—even while away from the office. The ability to document problems, track follow-ups, and project budgets for PPE and other critical items has added long-term value.
“PSTrax helps us with budget projections for our PPE and other items for the upcoming budget cycle, as gear and items reach their end of service life.”
– John Plofkin, Jr, Deputy Fire Chief, Wilton Fire Department (CT)
Impact: Better Accountability and Planning Help Improve Readiness
Most importantly, PSTrax has strengthened operational readiness. Weekly inventories give firefighters the repetition needed to know exactly where equipment is located, improving their speed and confidence on the fireground. As Deputy Chief Plofkin explains, “PSTrax has made our members better at knowing their vehicle and equipment inventories, which makes them more efficient during an incident. They don’t have to pause to look for something—they instantly recall its location.”
Ready to Improve Your Department’s Operational Efficiency?
If your department is still stuck using pen and paper or struggling with a clunky system, it’s time for a change. Complete the form and start improving the way your crews perform critical fire department inspections and supply checks.