Behavior. Equipment. Standards and Codes. These are the first three tenets of the National Volunteer Fire Council’s (NVFC) “B.E.S.T. Practices,” a set of fire department guidelines designed to keep firefighters safe and healthy.

We’ve put a spotlight on Behavior, Equipment, and Standards and Codes earlier this week. Today we’ll cover the fourth principle: Training. Kudos to FDNNTV.com for the video.

Training

· Utilize fire training programs that conform to the highest professional standards.

· Operate a safe fire training ground at all times.

· Establish, maintain, and deliver fire safety programs for all age groups.

Firefighter health and safety is our focus this week. We’re spotlighting the National Volunteer Fire Council’s (NVFC) “B.E.S.T. Practices,” a set of guidelines designed to keep fire departments ready for the next call.

We covered Behavior and Equipment earlier this week. Today we’ll discuss Standards and Codes:

Standards and Codes

· Encourage the use of all smoke, fire detection, and fire suppression devices, including fire sprinkler systems, in all structures.

· Vigorously enforce all fire safety codes and ordinances.

· Obtain apparatus and equipment that meet national safety standards.

Thanks to FDNNTV.com for producing this great video.

We’re promoting firefighter health and safety this week by spotlighting the National Volunteer Fire Council’s “B.E.S.T. Practices.”

Yesterday we focused on Behavior. Today we focus on Equipment:

Equipment

· Provide and require the proper use of full personal protective equipment.

· Maintain all equipment based on established safety recommendations.

Thanks to FDNNTV.com for the informative video.