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Welcome to the "FARS Case Studies & Research" section of the Air Coalition website, where we delve into comprehensive analyses and groundbreaking research on fire and rescue scenarios.
The North Central Texas Council of Governments (NCTCOG) is recommending its member cities adopt Appendix L of the International Fire Code, which would mandate the installation of firefighter air replenishment systems (FARS) in construction of new high-rise buildings, big-box style horizontal structures, and other large buildings in their jurisdictions.
In 2022, Nashville became the first city in Tennessee to adopt a code requiring FARS in certain structures where the delivery of air resupply presents significant logistical challenges. FARS, a building-installed air standpipe system, is designed to allow firefighters to refill their air bottles in 2 minutes or less under full respiration, greatly reducing their risk of exposure to toxic smoke.
Over the past few decades, Frisco, TX has experienced explosive population growth and transformational development that dramatically altered the city's skyline and challenged city leaders to find innovative ways to address the public safety risks posed by this boom in construction.
Fortunately for Frisco's firefighters, FARS figured prominently in the city's plans to help provide first responders with quick, easy access to replenish breathing air during a large structure fire.
Firefighter Air: The Fireground, Our Mission and You - the FDIC 2024 supplement this year. Please take moment to download your copy to explore new science and research, new breathing techniques and training opportunities for air management, tactical operations for high rise and much more. Please share this information with your department.
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The Firefighter Air Coalition is a 501(c)4 non-profit organization dedicated to advancing firefighter safety through education and training on air management best practices. We promote new air management technologies that enhance firefighter safety and advocate for the implementation of codes requiring these innovative solutions.
Our vision is for all firefighters to have the tools and expertise they need to operate safely and effectively, protecting themselves and the communities they serve.
We follow the development of air management technologies and advocate for integration into firefighting best practices. These technologies include portable breathing air, gas detection, fireground and training tools, PPE and more.
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The air on your back is what enables you to do your work and survive. And like every other resource on the fireground, that air needs to be deliberately planned, practiced and managed.
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Smoke is a killer. Understanding the enemy is crucial to reduce the chance of illness, disease and death.
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Fire science studies the causes and effects of fire, fire management, fire behavior, and firefighter health and safety. We will bring you the latest science and research related to firefighter health and safety.
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The Firefighter Air Coalition (FAC) focuses on the need for smart, responsible air management. It’s our passion and our privilege to advance firefighter safety through continued education and training programs and the advancement of important life-saving air supply technology.
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The Firefighter Air Coalition advocates for codes requiring proven technologies that improve air management in the fire service and help reduce cancer risk. We support the efforts of code compliance professionals in their code review, adoption, and implementation process.
Codes requiring Firefighter Air Replenishment Systems (FARS) are a growing trend nationwide as cities look to keeping pace with infrastructure development, fire department manpower, reduce risk, and maintain the highest level of public safety.
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A Firefighter Air Replenishment System (FARS) is a building installed standpipe system and distribution systems that delivers breathing air to firefighters inside large structures.
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As with most building-installed fire safety systems, the cost of FARS and the on-going testing, certification and maintenance of the system is borne by the builder and the building owner.
Our team is here to answer your questions and help you get started on turning your vision into reality.
The air management insights and cutting-edge technology from Firefighters Air Coalition have revolutionized our approach to firefighting. The Firefighter Air Coalition research helps us make safety-first decisions. An indispensable tool for enhancing operational safety.
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