This bill amends existing law to require that the deployment of career fire fighters in municipalities and fire districts aligns with the standards set forth in the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 1710 (2020 edition). Specifically, it mandates that the governing body of a municipality or the board of fire commissioners ensure that fire-fighting personnel are organized and deployed for rescue, fire suppression, and related activities in accordance with these national standards. This is intended to enhance the safety of fire fighters and prevent local authorities from compromising safety standards due to budgetary or political pressures.

Additionally, the bill includes provisions for the Commissioner of Community Affairs to establish rules and regulations for a mandatory incident management system for the fire service, as well as a technical implementation guide that aligns with NFPA 1710. The bill emphasizes the importance of maintaining high safety standards for career fire departments, ensuring that they are adequately prepared to respond to emergencies while safeguarding the well-being of their personnel.

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Introduced: 52:27D-25