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Codes requiring Firefighter Air Replenishment Systems (FARS) are a growing trend nationwide as cities look to keep pace with development, reduce risk, and maintain the highest level of public safety.
Jennifer Frensley Webb - Nashville, TN City Council
Forward-thinking cities acknowledge the escalating height, size, and intricacy of modern structures. FARS emerges as essential components in meeting these evolving demands, facilitating efficient firefighting operations without further reliance on traditional methods.
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FARS do not impact city budgets. 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.
The Firefighter Air Coalition can help you understand the specific considerations for implementing FARS in your jurisdiction. Contact us to learn more.
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The Firefighter Air Coalition can help you understand the specific considerations for implementing FARS in your jurisdiction. Contact us to learn more.
In 2022, Nashville became the first city in Tennessee to adopt a code requiring Firefighter Air Replenishment Systems (FARS) in certain complex structures where the delivery of air resupply presents significant logistical challenges. FARS, a building-installed air standpipe system, is designed to allow firefighters to.
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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.
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 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.
The Firefighter Air Coalition's training in Meridian, Idaho, was an outstanding educational experience that provided invaluable insights into Air Management, Technology, Fire Smoke &Firefighter Cancer, and Fire Science & Research. It was a clear demonstration of the coalition's commitment to the safety and effectiveness of firefighters, ensuring they are prepared to meet the challenges of today and tomorrow with confidence and skill. Bottom line, this training has made firefighters safer and more resilient.
Kris Blume, Chief
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