NFPA 1720-2020 PDF Download
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Standard for the Organization and Deployment of Fire Suppression Operations, Emergency Medical Operations and Special Operations to the Public by Volunteer Fire Departments
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NFPA 1720-2020 is a standard that provides guidelines for volunteer fire departments in organizing and deploying fire suppression operations, emergency medical operations, and special operations to the public. The standard emphasizes the importance of maximizing resources and improving firefighter safety to meet the challenges of local firefighting operations effectively.
The standard covers various aspects of fire department operations, including defining levels of service, deployment capabilities, and staffing requirements. It addresses key functions and outcomes of emergency service delivery, response capabilities, and resource management. Additionally, it provides guidance on managing systems such as health and safety, incident management, training, communications, and pre-incident planning.
The 2020 edition of NFPA 1720 reflects updated industry standards, occupational hazards, operating procedures, and safety concerns. It includes revisions and expansions, such as the addition of fire prevention and fire investigation practices. The edition also clarifies the definition of a volunteer fire department and includes a requirement for authorities to develop plans to address areas of the standard that are not being met.
| Language(s) | English |
| File Size | 4.6 MB |
