With the persistent threat of fire and dangers relating to natural disasters, epidemics, and terrorist attacks, communities broadly rely on the services and support offered by hazard response agencies. NFPA® 1201, Standard for Providing Fire and Emergency Services to the Public, 2020 edition, is a leading resource for helping to ensure these departments and organizations are capable of protecting people and minimizing damage to property, infrastructure, and the local environment.
The standard applies to both municipal and private fire emergency service organizations (FESOs). Requirements cover everything from governance and administration and community planning to emergency operations, code enforcement, and more. NFPA 1201 promotes cultivating stronger alliances within communities, administrations, and other response agencies that play a role in:
The revised and expanded NFPA 1201 offers the most current criteria for safe, effective, and efficient all-hazard emergency service operations.
The 2020 edition of the Standard for Providing Fire and Emergency Services to the Public reflects the latest industry knowledge and best practices. The document features a variety of updates that can impact you in your job.
Notable changes include:
Have confidence you are accessing the most relevant requirements for providing the public with fire and emergency services.