NFPA Standards

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NFPA NFPA (National Fire Protection Association) has been in existence since 1896, as an agency to handle issues concerning fire safety and protection. The agency acts as a data collection reserve for various fire-related issues. In addition, NFPA provides learning materials, training services, and analytical support. NFPA is usually guided by standards in its domestic, as well as international operations. NFPA has developed a multitude of standards meant to enhance performance in fire fighting, as well as offering safety to fire fighter while in training and in fire operations. This study will discuss some of the NFPA standards, their aims, as well as weaknesses in their implementation. NFPA Standards NFPA standards are perceived as common…show more content…
Computerization of records has revolutionized this standard for easier record keeping and retrieval. Fire chiefs are utilizing this standard in directing the training functions, which include scheduling, reports, legal features, and evaluation of recording system. This has ensured that training are carried out according to the drafted schedules. However, computerization of records in this standard is yet to enhance confidentiality in storing personal…show more content…
NFPA standards are fundamental in minimizing the risk, as well as effects caused by fire during fire safety operations. NFPA 1401 is fundamental in keeping of records, as well as training operations schedules. NFPA 1403 facilitates procedures for live training in an attempt to minimize health and safety hazards. NFPA 1584 is vital in ensuring that participants in the training are handled effectively in case of injuries to enhance their performance. Despite numerous precautions underlined by the NFPA standards, accidents are likely to occur if individuals fail to honor their roles in the agency. If the standards were observed, case of fire and injuries among fire fighter would be reduced
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