Follow the latest guidelines in the 2010 NFPA 1201 to protect
lives, property, critical infrastructure, and the environment
from the effects of hazards. The 2010 NFPA 1201: Standard for
Providing Fire and Emergency Services to the Public provides
recommendations for the structure and operation of emergency
service organizations: Municipal and private fire services
dealing with financial, personnel, and emergency management
Prevention activity including public education, code
enforcement, and fire investigation Equipment and facilities
NFPA 1201 also outlines the roles and responsibilities regarding
fire service response capabilities to fire suppression,
emergency medical services, and special operations, including
hazardous material response. The document provides guidance on
mutual aid, and fire department mandates relating to emergency
management. (Softbound, 17 pp., 2010)