Standard Classifications for Fire and Emergency Services Incident Reporting
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NFPA 901-2021 serves as a guideline for fire departments and other fire protection organizations to effectively report data. The standard aligns with the US Fire Administration (USFA) and the National Fire Incident Reporting System (NFIRS) to ensure consistency in reporting requirements. It establishes a common language, definitions, and classifications for elements used in fire departments across the United States and beyond.
NFPA 901 addresses various aspects, including pre-incident environments, fire and emergency incidents, post-incident damage assessments, and fire service data. The 2021 edition of the standard has undergone substantial revisions to enhance user-friendliness. Tables have been consolidated, eliminated, or moved to annexes, and new chapters on fire investigation have been added to align with NFPA 921, the Guide for Fire and Explosion Investigations. Furthermore, the standard emphasizes the importance of utilizing the most current and up-to-date forms of reporting.
It is important to note that NFPA 901 includes a classification system for data captured by automated databases. However, it does not provide guidelines for reporting systems or related forms. The standard, therefore, plays a crucial role in promoting consistent and efficient reporting practices in the fire and emergency services field.
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