For your assignment this week, first read the following paper from the USFA:  Socioeconomic Factors and the Incidence of Fire

1)  For a location of your choice, give an overview of the population.  (Use the US Census website or a similar site to find the demographics of the community.) List and describe what you feel are the main socioeconomic and demographic factors to keep in mind when considering community risk reduction strategies for this community.

2)  Explain how a Company Officer at a fire department can use this information to their advantage during the implementation of a community risk reduction program.  How can failing to use this information make our risk reduction efforts more difficult?  

Write a minimum of 2 pages (not including cover page and reference list) for your paper. External research will generally be required.

Use your weekly readings, the internet as well as professional journals, articles and other academically recognized sources. You must use a minimum of two sources.  

Please create your response in a Microsoft word document, following APA guidelines, and upload as an attachment for submission.  Pages are to be double-spaced utilizing Verdana 12 point font text. The page requirements are exclusive of your reference list and cover page.