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NFPA Technical Committee on Deployment and Organization of Fire Prevention Activities

Green Bay, WI

September 16-17, 2014

MEETING AGENDA

1. Chair Farr calls meeting to order on September 16, 2014 at 8:00 am.

2. Introduction of attendees.

3. Approval of the minutes of the November 19-20, 2013 San Antonio, TX meeting

(Attachment A).

4. Review purpose of meeting and document schedule (Attachment B).

5. Review public comments and develop second revisions (Attachment C).

6. Old business.

7. New business.

Drafting of new CRR document.

8. Date and location of next meeting.

9. Adjournment.

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ATTACHMENT A

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NFPA Technical Committee on Fire Prevention Activities

MINUTES

San Antonio, TX

November 19-20, 2013

The meeting was called to order by Chair Farr on November 19, 2013 at 8:00 am.

Introduction of Attendees

Members Present:

Ronald Farr, UL, MI, Chair

Steven Sawyer, NFPA Staff Liaison

Michael Bodnar, Sereca Fire Consulting LTD, Alberta

William Bowman, Louisville Fire & Rescue, KY

Richard Brown, ICMA, MA

James Dawson, Chesterfield County Fire & EMS, VA

Bruce Faust, Washington DC Fire & EMS, DC

David Jacobowitz, NVFC, NY

Brett Lacey, IFSTA, CO

Frank Lamie, Canadian Association of Fire Chiefs, ON

Michael Larsen, Amway Inc., MI

Randy Minaker, Port Coquitlam, BC

Laura Mueller, National League of Cities, TX

Eugene Pietzak, IAAI, NY

Guy Santelli, WI Fire Inspectors Association, WI

Derrick Sawyer, NFPA's Urban Fire Safety Task Force, PA

Kellie Sawyers, Oklahoma City FD, OK

Lynn Schofield, NFPA Ed Section, UT

Art Shaw, NAT&T, MI

Marcina Sunderhaus, AZ Fire Marshals Association, AZ

Larry Willhite, Palm Beach County Fire Rescue, FL

Morgana Yahnke, CA Fire Chiefs Association, CA

Hugh Gibson, Voting Alternate, ISO, NJ

Connie Forster, Alternate, IAFC, MN

Richard Jones, IAAI, LA

Timothy Kerbrat, Alternate, IAFC, CA

Catherine Spain, Alternate, National League of Cities, DC

John Verbeek, Alternate, Urban Fire Safety Task Force, ON

Thomas Wieczorek, Alternate, ICMA, DC

Guests Present:

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Randie Frisinger, Grapevine FD, TX

Cindy Giedraitis, NFSA, TX

Members not present:

Gregory Chesser, US Department of the Air Force, WY

Lisa Cockerill, City of Burlington FD, Canada

David Lynam, WA State Association of Fire Marshals, WA

Paul Martin, NY State Office of Fire Prevention & Control, NY

James Munger, James Munger & Associates, Inc., AL

Gary Styers, IAFC, NC

George Apple, Alternate, CA Fire Chiefs Association, CA

Robert James, Alternate, UL, FL

Jim Jessop, Alternate, Canadian AFC, Ontario, Canada

Tim Knisely, Alternate, Paul Martin, PA

Motion made, seconded and accepted to approve the minutes of October 29-31, 2012

meeting, December 18, 2012 live meeting and January 17, 2013 live meeting.

Chair Farr and Staff Liaison Sawyer make opening remarks and reviewed the

purpose of meeting.

Public Inputs were reviewed and first revisions developed, see first draft.

Old business.

None.

New business.

Motion made, seconded and approved to support the new proposed CRR

project and the TC on Fire Prevention Activities has the expertise to develop

the document.

The next meeting will be held on July 22-23, 2014 in Green Bay, WI, most likely a

conference call on July 22, 2014.

The meeting adjourned on November 19, 2013 at 4:00 pm.

Respectfully Submitted,

Steven F. Sawyer

Staff Liaison

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ATTACHMENT B

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2015 ANNUAL REVISION CYCLE *Public Input Dates may vary according to standards and schedules for Revision Cycles may change. Please check the NFPA Website for the most up‐to‐date information on Public Input Closing Dates and schedules at

www.nfpa.org/document # (i.e. www.nfpa.org/101) and click on the Next Edition tab.

Process Stage

Process Step

Dates for

TC

Dates forTC with CC

Public Input Closing Date* 7/8/2013 7/8/2013

Final Date for TC First Draft Meeting 12/13/2013 9/13/2013

Public Input Posting of First Draft and TC Ballot 1/31/2014 10/25/2013

Stage Final date for Receipt of TC First Draft ballot 7/21/2014 11/15/2013

(First Draft) Final date for Receipt of TC First Draft ballot ‐ recirc 2/28/2014 11/22/2013

Posting of First Draft for CC Meeting 11/29/2013

Final date for CC First Draft Meeting 1/10/2014

Posting of First Draft and CC Ballot 1/31/2014

Final date for Receipt of CC First Draft ballot 2/21/2014

Final date for Receipt of CC First Draft ballot ‐ recirc 2/28/2014

Post First Draft Report for Public Comment 3/7/2014 3/7/2014

Public Comment Closing Date for Paper Submittal* 4/11/2014 4/11/2014

Public Comment Closing Date for Online Submittal (e‐PC)* 5/16/2014 5/16/2014

Final Date to Publish Notice of Consent Documents (Standards that received no Comments)

5/30/2014 5/30/2014

Appeal Closing Date for Consent Standards (Standards that received no Comments)

6/13/2014 6/13/2014

Final date for TC Second Draft Meeting 10/31/2014 7/25/2014

Comment Posting of Second Draft and TC Ballot 12/12/2014 9/5/2014

Stage Final date for Receipt of TC Second Draft ballot 1/2/2015 9/26/2014

(Second Final date for receipt of TC Second Draft ballot ‐ recirc 1/9/2015 10/3/2014

Draft) Posting of Second Draft for CC Meeting 10/10/2014

Final date for CC Second Draft Meeting 11/21/2014

Posting of Second Draft for CC Ballot 12/12/2014

Final date for Receipt of CC Second Draft ballot 1/2/2015

Final date for Receipt of CC Second Draft ballot ‐ recirc 1/9/2015

Post Second Draft Report for NITMAM Review 1/16/2015 1/16/2015

Tech Session Notice of Intent to Make a Motion (NITMAM) Closing Date 3/6/2015 3/6/2015

Preparation Posting of Certified Amending Motions (CAMs) and Consent Standards

5/1/2015 5/1/2015

(& Issuance) Appeal Closing Date for Consent Standards 5/16/2015 5/16/2015

SC Issuance Date for Consent Standards 5/26/2015 5/26/2015

Tech Session Association Meeting for Standards with CAMs 6/22‐25/2016 6/22‐25/2016

Appeals and Appeal Closing Date for Standards with CAMs 7/15/2015 7/15/2015

Issuance SC Issuance Date for Standards with CAMs 8/20/2015 8/20/2015

Approved___ October 18, 2011 _ Revised__March 7, 2013_____________

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ATTACHMENT C

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Public Comment No. 15-NFPA 1730-2014 [ Section No. 1.2.1 ]

1.2.1The purpose of this standard is to specify the minimum criteria addressing the effectiveness and efficiency of the FPO functions of fire prevention inspection and code enforcement, plan review, investigation, and public education operations to the public by fire departments and other organizations based on a community accepted Community Risk Reduction Plan .

Statement of Problem and Substantiation for Public Comment

Each community shgould decide on the services they want a FPO to perform. The basis of that decision should be based on a completed Community Risk Reduction Plan. Although Community Risk Reduction Plans are discussed later in the standard, it is of prime importance to identify the level of services to be expected therfore it should be stated within the purpose of the standard.

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First Revision No. 13-NFPA 1730-2013 [Section No. 1.2.1]

Submitter Information Verification

Submitter NFPA User ID: [email protected]

Submitter Full Name: Kelly Nicolello

Organization: Alaska Department of Public Safety

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Submittal Date: Mon Apr 07 13:18:22 EDT 2014

Copyright Assignment

I, Kelly Nicolello, hereby irrevocably grant and assign to the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) all and full rights in copyright in this Public Comment (including both the Proposed Change and the Statement ofProblem and Substantiation). I understand and intend that I acquire no rights, including rights as a joint author, in any publication of the NFPA in which this Public Comment in this or another similar or derivative form is used. I hereby warrant that I am the author of this Public Comment and that I have full power and authority to enter into this copyright assignment.

By checking this box I affirm that I am Kelly Nicolello, and I agree to be legally bound by the above Copyright Assignment and the terms and conditions contained therein. I understand and intend that, by checking this box, I am creating an electronic signature that will, upon my submission of this form, have the same legal force and effect as a handwritten signature

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2.3.1 ASTM Publications.ASTM International, 100 Barr Harbor Drive, P.O. Box C700, West Conshohocken, PA 19428-2959.

ASTM E 860, Standard Practice for Examining and Preparing Items That Are or May Become Involved in Criminal or Civil Litigation, 2007 07(2013) .

ASTM E 1188, Standard Practice for Collection and Preservation of Information and Physical Items by a Technical Investigator, 2011.


Update year date

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Submitter Full Name: Steve Mawn

Organization: ASTM International

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Submittal Date: Thu May 15 16:05:39 EDT 2014


I, Steve Mawn, hereby irrevocably grant and assign to the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) all and full rights in copyright in this Public Comment (including both the Proposed Change and the Statement ofProblem and Substantiation). I understand and intend that I acquire no rights, including rights as a joint author, in any publication of the NFPA in which this Public Comment in this or another similar or derivative form is used. I hereby warrant that I am the author of this Public Comment and that I have full power and authority to enter into this copyright assignment.

By checking this box I affirm that I am Steve Mawn, and I agree to be legally bound by the above Copyright Assignment and the terms and conditions contained therein. I understand and intend that, by checking this box, I am creating an electronic signature that will, upon my submission of this form, have the same legal force and effect as a handwritten signature



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Public Comment No. 42-NFPA 1730-2014 [ Section No. 3.3.3.1 ]

3.3.3.1 * High-Risk Occupancy.An occupancy that has a history of high frequency of fires, high potential for loss of life or economic loss, or that has a low or moderate history of fires or loss of life but the occupants have a high dependency on the built-in fire protection features or staff to assist in evacuation during a fire or other emergency.

*** High risk occupancy, low risk occupancy, moderate risk occupancy –include some examples in the appendix same as OBC examples of occupancy included in the appendix.


General Comment

Related ItemPublic Input No. 1-NFPA 1730-2013 [Global Input]



Submitter Full Name: JAMES STOOPS

Organization: TORONTO FIRE SVCS

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Submittal Date: Fri May 16 08:12:42 EDT 2014


I, JAMES STOOPS, hereby irrevocably grant and assign to the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) all and full rights in copyright in this Public Comment (including both the Proposed Change and the Statement ofProblem and Substantiation). I understand and intend that I acquire no rights, including rights as a joint author, in any publication of the NFPA in which this Public Comment in this or another similar or derivative form is used. I hereby warrant that I am the author of this Public Comment and that I have full power and authority to enter into this copyright assignment.

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4.1.1The authority having jurisdiction (AHJ) shall maintain a written statement or policy that establishes the following:

(1) Existence of the FPO

(2) Services that the FPO will provide

(3) Basic organizational structure

(4) Expected number of FPO members

(5) Functions that FPO members are expected to perform

General Comment: Fire Prevention Organization Structure not Organizationalstatement

Organizational structure should be in flow chart style this will vary depending on the size of the department: Recruit Inspector, Inspector, Senior Inspector, Captain, Training Captains, District Chief, Divisional Chiefs, Deputy Chiefs, and The Fire Chief


General Comment

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Public Comment No. 56-NFPA 1730-2014 [ Section No. 4.5 ]

4.5 Records.4.5.1

The FPO’s records on purchases shall be sufficiently detailed to permit the FPO leader to have data available for the actual cost estimates needed for planning and budgeting purposes.

4.5.2

Specifications for purchases shall be based on applicable standards.

4.5.3 The FPO shall maintain records of each inpsection made, inspection testing and maintenace of life safety and fire protection systems, notices, orders, and the dispostion of each finding. The records shall be of hard copy or by an electronic means.

4.5.4Applicable record-keeping practices shall be developed, instituted, and maintained in accordance with nationally recognized standards, as well as federal, state or provincial, and local requirements.4.5.3

Specifications for purchases shall be based on applicable standards.4.5. 4 5The FPO shall publish an annual report.


There is presently no requirement for the FPO to retain records other than purchase recoreds.




Submitter Full Name: R. Valentine

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I, R. Valentine, hereby irrevocably grant and assign to the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) all and full rights in copyright in this Public Comment (including both the Proposed Change and the Statement ofProblem and Substantiation). I understand and intend that I acquire no rights, including rights as a joint author, in any publication of the NFPA in which this Public Comment in this or another similar or derivative form is used. I hereby warrant that I am the author of this Public Comment and that I have full power and authority to enter into this copyright assignment.

By checking this box I affirm that I am R. Valentine, and I agree to be legally bound by the above Copyright Assignment and the terms and conditions contained therein. I understand and intend that, by checking this box, I am creating an electronic signature that will, upon my submission of this form, have the same legal force and effect as a handwritten signature



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4.8 Training.4.8.1

The FPO shall have training and education programs and , certificationrequirements and policies to ensure that personnel are trained and that competency to a standard set by the FPO and that a minimum level of competency is maintained in order to effectively, efficiently, and safely execute all responsibilities.4.8.2

The FPO leader shall coordinate training, maintain training and certificationrecords, and assist in evaluating the effectiveness of the program.


Certification programs are widely available even in jurisdictions and states that do not offer or require their own certification programs. As an example, NPFA Fire Inspector I, Fire Inspector II and Fire Plans Examiner I are available from NFPA. In addition, certification is also available from the International Code Council for Fire Inspector I, Fire Inspector II, Fire Plans Examiner and Fire Marshal. Testing for these programs is available though out the nation at electronic testing locations. There is no valid excuse for individuals not to be able to pursue and achieve a national certification program.

Related ItemFirst Revision No. 1-NFPA 1730-2013 [Section No. 6.4]



Submitter Full Name: Bill Galloway

Organization: Southern Regional Fire Code De

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Submittal Date: Thu Apr 17 13:20:38 EDT 2014



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I, Bill Galloway, hereby irrevocably grant and assign to the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) all and full rights in copyright in this Public Comment (including both the Proposed Change and the Statement ofProblem and Substantiation). I understand and intend that I acquire no rights, including rights as a joint author, in any publication of the NFPA in which this Public Comment in this or another similar or derivative form is used. I hereby warrant that I am the author of this Public Comment and that I have full power and authority to enter into this copyright assignment.

By checking this box I affirm that I am Bill Galloway, and I agree to be legally bound by the above Copyright Assignment and the terms and conditions contained therein. I understand and intend that, by checking this box, I am creating an electronic signature that will, upon my submission of this form, have the same legal force and effect as a handwritten signature



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4.8 Training.4.8.1

The FPO shall have training and education programs and policies to ensure that personnel are trained and that competency is maintained in order to effectively, efficiently, and safely execute all responsibilities.4.8.2

The FPO leader shall coordinate training, maintain training records, and assist in evaluating the effectiveness of the program.

4.8 Training could be expanded in a separate chapter - Additional notes to be considered under training

Training section will ensure all training programs within the curriculum are standardized, including format and inclusion of goals, objectives and delivery.

Include a training program for staff and establish training frequency. Also development of web-based training programs for larger departments.

Establish a standardized full recruitment training program for new staff entering Fire Prevention.

Qualification of training Captains should be to a provincial standard, or another standard recognized by NFPA.

Part of succession planning identify or develop leadership and management programs to prepare for staff for advancement within the Fire Department.

All performance standards and training programs should be reviewed annually for relevancy and updated as required.

Coordinate Department training with NFPA training as per NFPA standards for Inspections, plans examiners fire investigators and Public educators.

Development of programs to assist existing staff to consistently meet identified standards. Adherence should be monitored by the training section through performance management program for all staff.


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4.8.1The FPO shall have training and education programs and , certification requirements and policies to ensure that personnel are trained to a standard set by the FPO and that a minimum level of competency is maintained in order to effectively, efficiently, and safely execute all responsibilities.

4.8.2

The FPO leadership shall coordinate training, maintain training andcertification records, and assist in evaluating the effectiveness of theprogram.


Certification programs are widely available throughout the nation. Certification is also available from the International Code Council for Fire Inspector I, Fire Inspector II, Fire Plans Examiner and Fire Marshal. Testing for these programs is available at electronic testing locations. There is no valid excuse for individuals not to be able to pursue and achieve a national certification program. NFPA Fire Inspector I, Fire Inspector II and Fire Plans Examiner I are available from NFPA in addition to the ICC program.

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Public Input No. 84-NFPA 1730-2013 [Sections 4.8.1, 4.8.2]



Submitter Full Name: Anthony Apfelbeck

Organization: Altamonte Springs Building/Fire Safety Division

Affilliation: N/A

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I, Anthony Apfelbeck, hereby irrevocably grant and assign to the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) all and full rights in copyright in this Public Comment (including both the Proposed Change and the Statement of Problem and Substantiation). I understand and intend that I acquire no rights, including rights as a joint author, in any publication of the NFPA in which this Public Comment in this or another similar or derivative form is used. I hereby warrant that I am the author of this Public Comment and that I have full power and authority to enter into this copyright assignment.



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By checking this box I affirm that I am Anthony Apfelbeck, and I agree to be legally bound by the above Copyright Assignment and the terms and conditions contained therein. I understand and intend that, by checking this box, I am creating an electronic signature that will, upon my submission of this form, have the same legal force and effect as a handwritten signature



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6.5 Qualifications of Personnel.Personnel whose primary responsibility is fire responsible for fire prevention and code enforcement activities shall meet the job performance requirements in NFPA 1031 for the inspection duties they perform.


Regardless of the percentage of time an individual is assigned to a task, the individual should be expected to be competent in their assignment. Under the ProQual standards, we do not allow for lack of competency based on justification the percentage of time spent in a particular function nor should we in the 1730 standard. Just because an individual only performs inspection only 49% of their time, that should not permit them to be incompetent in their practicing field. Even an individual performing only 25% of their time on inspections may be conducting highly technical inspections or inspection with significant implications for life safety. We should not lower the bar just because the individual is performing multiple functions.

In addition, this change makes this section consistent with the other sections of 1730 addressing the other FPO functions covered by 1730. See 7.5 for an example.

Related ItemFirst Revision No. 1-NFPA 1730-2013 [Section No. 6.4]



Submitter Full Name: Anthony Apfelbeck

Organization: Altamonte Springs Building/Fire Safety Division

Affilliation: N/A

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Submittal Date: Wed Apr 02 15:20:41 EDT 2014



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I, Anthony Apfelbeck, hereby irrevocably grant and assign to the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) all and full rights in copyright in this Public Comment (including both the Proposed Change and the Statement of Problem and Substantiation). I understand and intend that I acquire no rights, including rights as a joint author, in any publication of the NFPA in which this Public Comment in this or another similar or derivative form is used. I hereby warrant that I am the author of this Public Comment and that I have full power and authority to enter into this copyright assignment.

By checking this box I affirm that I am Anthony Apfelbeck, and I agree to be legally bound by the above Copyright Assignment and the terms and conditions contained therein. I understand and intend that, by checking this box, I am creating an electronic signature that will, upon my submission of this form, have the same legal force and effect as a handwritten signature



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6.5 Qualifications of Personnel.Personnel whose primary responsibility is responsible for fire prevention and code enforcement activities shall meet the job performance requirements in NFPA 1031 for the inspection duties they perform.


The percentage of time an individual spends on a particular fire prevention function should not be the deciding factor if an individual needs to comply with NFPA 1031. An individual performing fire inspections 49% of their time should not be exempt from NFPA 1031 while one that performs fire inspections 51% of the time must comply with the 1031 standards. Even if an individual is conducting fire inspections only 10% of their FTE time, that 10% may be on exceeding important and complex tasks such as hospital inspections or high-rise inspections.

We do not permit fire service personnel that occasionally fight fires to be exempt from NFPA 1001 just because less than 50% of their time is spent on actual firefighting operations nor do we exempt technical rescue personnel from the NFPA 1006 standard just because less than 50% of their time is spend on technical rescue operations or assignments. The same thought process applies to competency under NFPA 1031.

Competency of personnel to perform the JPR is what should be expected in the standard. Competency is proven by showing compliance to the applicable Pro Qual standard regardless of the percentage of time acting in that capacity.

This change also makes this section consistent with the other sections in 1730 with similar wording such as 7.5.

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First Revision No. 1-NFPA 1730-2013 [Section No. 6.4]





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6.6 * Required Personnel.The AHJ shall determine the minimum resources, personnel, and equipment levels necessary to perform code enforcement and inspection activities.

6.6.1 Based upon a risk evaluation, the AHJ may permit a self inpsection program. The self inspection program shall be monitored by the FPO and performed only by individuals deemed by the AHJ to meet training qualifications applicbale to the hazard to be inspected.


Many communties are using self inspections. The proposed verbiage requires a risk assesement, montoring by the FPO and some level of training to perform the inspections.




Submitter Full Name: R. Valentine

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I, R. Valentine, hereby irrevocably grant and assign to the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) all and full rights in copyright in this Public Comment (including both the Proposed Change and the Statement ofProblem and Substantiation). I understand and intend that I acquire no rights, including rights as a joint author, in any publication of the NFPA in which this Public Comment in this or another similar or derivative form is used. I hereby warrant that I am the author of this Public Comment and that I have full power and authority to enter into this copyright assignment.

By checking this box I affirm that I am R. Valentine, and I agree to be legally bound by the above Copyright Assignment and the terms and conditions contained therein. I understand and intend that, by checking this box, I am creating an electronic signature that will, upon my submission of this form, have the same legal force and effect as a handwritten signature



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Public Comment No. 46-NFPA 1730-2014 [ Chapter 7 ]

Chapter 7 Plan Review7.1 Scope.7.1.1

This chapter establishes the organization and deployment for plan reviews and field acceptance inspections for new construction and renovation of existing buildings. Code enforcement inspection in existing occupancies is contained in Chapter 6.7.1.2

This chapter identifies the tasks necessary to complete initial plan reviews through to the certificate of occupancy.7.2 Purpose.

The purpose of this chapter is to establish the organization and deployment for the FPO as it relates to plan review for emergency vehicle access, water supply, new construction, change of occupancy use, renovations, change or addition of fire and life safety systems, and associated acceptance field inspections.7.3 General Requirements.

Plan reviews and new construction fire inspection services, including department personnel, equipment, and all support and resources, shall be structured to meet the organizational objectives required by Chapter 4.7.4 Risk Assessment.

The FPO shall evaluate and incorporate the CRA as referenced in Chapter 5 when establishing the plan reviews and field acceptance inspections.7.5 Qualifications of Personnel.

Personnel who perform plan reviews or field acceptance inspections shall meet the job performance requirements in NFPA 1031.7.6 Required Personnel.7.6.1

The FPO shall determine the minimum resources, personnel, and equipment levels necessary to perform plan reviews and field acceptance inspections.7.6.2 *

Plan review times can be determined based on the area of the structure or facility and the life safety complexity of different occupancy classifications or hazardous processes.7.6.3 *

Plan review services times can be calculated based on the number of sprinkler heads in a sprinkler protection system, the number of fire alarm devices in a fire alarm system, and other defined times for special extinguishing systems.7.6.4 *

Field inspection times can be determined by doubling the plan reviews times that are defined in the plan review process.7.7 Minimum Plan Review Elements.7.7.1 * Initial Fire Protection Environmental Impact (Feasibility Study).

The developer and the FPO shall conduct a preliminary review of the project.7.7.2 Water Supply and Fire Flow.

A site plan review shall be conducted to ensure that the water supply meets jurisdiction requirements.



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7.7.3 * Emergency Vehicle Access.A review of emergency vehicle access shall be conducted to ensure that it meets jurisdictional requirements.7.7.4 * Construction Building Plans Related to Fire Protection Features.

A review of plans shall be conducted to verify compliance with applicable codes and standards for fire protection features.7.7.5 * Certificate of Occupancy Inspections.

Certificate of occupancy inspections shall be conducted to ensure compliance with applicable codes and standards and approved plans.7.7.6 * Hazardous Materials and Processes.

A hazardous materials and processes review shall be conducted to ensure compliance with applicable codes and standards.7.7.7 * Fire Protection System Plans.

A fire protection system plan review shall be conducted to ensure compliance with applicable codes and standards.7.7.8 * Fire and Life Safety Systems Field Acceptance Inspections.

A fire and life safety system field acceptance inspection shall be conducted to ensure compliance with applicable codes and standards.7.7.9 Certificate of Occupancy Issued.

After the certificate of occupancy has been issued, the FPO shall notify the responsible party for fire prevention and code enforcement inspections.

Chapter 7: Plans Review: General Comment = Develop a checklist plans examiners shall look for when doing plans examination e.g. water supply, sprinklers standpipes, fire alarms, commercial cooking etc.








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7.6.4 *Field inspection times can be determined by doubling the plan reviews times that are defined in the plan review process.

A7.6.4 references Table A.7.5.2 which does not exists within this chapter. Therefore add Table A.7.5.2 to the document.


Table A.7.5.2 is not provided as refereced by A7.6.4. Providing Table A.7.5.2 will allow for completion of reference and proper calculation of time.

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Submitter Full Name: GENE BANKS

Organization: UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH FLORIDA

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Submittal Date: Thu Mar 06 08:26:05 EST 2014


I, GENE BANKS, hereby irrevocably grant and assign to the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) all and full rights in copyright in this Public Comment (including both the Proposed Change and the Statement ofProblem and Substantiation). I understand and intend that I acquire no rights, including rights as a joint author, in any publication of the NFPA in which this Public Comment in this or another similar or derivative form is used. I hereby warrant that I am the author of this Public Comment and that I have full power and authority to enter into this copyright assignment.

By checking this box I affirm that I am GENE BANKS, and I agree to be legally bound by the above Copyright Assignment and the terms and conditions contained therein. I understand and intend that, by checking this box, I am creating an electronic signature that will, upon my submission of this form, have the same legal force and effect as a handwritten signature



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Chapter 8 Investigations8.1 * Scope.

This chapter establishes the organization and deployment of investigation activities.8.2 * Purpose.

The purpose of this chapter is to establish the organization and deployment of the FPO as it relates to the origin, cause, and circumstances of any fire, explosion, hazardous materials incident, or other hazardous condition.8.3 General Requirements. (Reserved)8.4 Risk Assessment.

Data collected as a result of investigations conducted in accordance 8.7.1and recorded in accordance with 8.8.1 shall be used as the basis for theCRA.8.5 Qualifications of Personnel.8.5.1All personnel conducting the investigation of the origin, cause, and circumstances of any fire, explosion, hazardous materials incident, or other hazardous condition shall be trained and qualified commensurate with the duties they are expected to perform.8.5.1.1

A training, education, and professional development program with a goal of preventing occupational deaths, injuries, and illnesses shall be provided.8.5.2 *Personnel assigned to investigation activities shall comply with the job performance requirements of NFPA 1033.8.5.2.1 *

All fire officers determining the preliminary origin, cause, and circumstances of any fire, explosion, hazardous materials incident or other hazardous condition; securing the incident scene; and protecting evidence or potential evidence from damage or destruction shall meet the job performance requirements of NFPA 1021.8.6 Required Personnel — Staffing Levels.8.6.1 *The resources and personnel required to provide the level of service required by this chapter shall be determined by the AHJ in accordance with thisstandard.8.6.1.1

The FPO shall have a standard operating guideline (SOG) for the staffing levels for fire scene examination.8.6.1.2

The time necessary to conduct investigation activities under this chapter shall be evaluated as follows:

(1) On scene: Time spent on activities conducted at a fire scene

(2) Off scene: Time spent on activities conducted away from the fire scene

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(5) Preparation time: Time required to prepare for testimony

(6) Report writing: Time spent generating reports

(7) Telephone/Email: Time spent on calls and emails attributed to the fire investigation

(8) Process reports: Time spent entering, approving, formatting, distributing,copying

(9) Data entry: Time spent by administrative staff to enter data

(10) Data search: Time spent searching and retrieving data

(11) Filing: Time spent by administrative staff for general filing

(12) Human resources (HR): Time spent by administrative staff for general HR duties

(13) Financial: Time spent on general budget and accounting duties

(14) Legal/disclosure: Time spent copying or preparing disclosure

(15) Cost recovery: Time spent on cost recovery

8.7 Authority.8.7.1The FPO shall investigate or shall cause to be investigated the origin, cause, and circumstances of any fire, explosion, hazardous materials incident, or other hazardous condition that occurs in its legal jurisdiction.8.7.1.1

Where the FPO does not have the authority or jurisdiction to investigate criminal matters, and when evidence of criminal activity is detected or suspected, the FPO shall notify the appropriate law enforcement agency.8.7.2

The policies of the FPO shall set forth the requirement for post-incident investigations.8.7.3

Post-incident investigation activities shall be organized to ensure that the investigation capabilities include personnel, equipment, and resources to meet the activities required by Chapter 4.8.7.4 Evidence.8.7.4.1

The FPO shall have the authority to take custody of or cause custody to be taken of all physical evidence related to the cause of a fire, explosion, hazardous materials incident, or other hazardous condition in accordance with local laws, policies, and procedures.8.7.4.2 *

The FPO shall have an SOG for the collection, examination, testing, preservation, and storage of evidence in accordance with ASTM E 860, Standard Practice for Examining and Preparing Items That Are or May Become Involved in Criminal or Civil Litigation, and ASTM E 1188, Standard Practice for Collection and Preservation of Information and Physical Items by a Technical Investigator.8.7.5 Procedure .8.7.5.1 *

The investigation shall follow a systematic approach in the investigation of the origin, cause, and circumstances of any fire, explosion, hazardous materials incident, or other hazardous condition.8.7.5.2 *



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The investigation shall identify or shall cause to be identified any violations of fire or building legislation/codes or other conditions that could have caused or contributed to the cause or spread of fire or any injuries or fatalities, including both civilians and fire personnel.8.7.5.3 *

The FPO shall have an SOG for investigation scene safety, including the need for site-specific plans.8.7.5.4 * Complex Investigations.

The FPO shall have an SOG for conducting and participating in a complex investigation.8.7.6 Limiting Access.

The FPO shall have the authority to limit access to emergencies or other similar conditions.8.8 Reporting.8.8.1 *

The FPO shall fully report or shall cause to be fully reported all investigations of the origin, cause, and circumstances of any fire, explosion, hazardous materials incident, or other hazardous condition as required by local law and for the purpose of determining community risk.8.8.2

Investigation programs shall be adequately evaluated to determine whether they are appropriate, effective, and efficient. Evaluation shall include formative, process, impact, and outcome phases.8.8.3 Trade Secret.

Information that could be related to trade secrets or processes shall not be made part of the public record except as could be directed by a court of law.8.8.4 Youth Information.8.8.4.1

Information that could be related to the identification of youths shall not be made part of the public record except when directed by a court of law.8.8.4.2

Youths determined to be involved in fires shall be referred to the appropriate programs or authorities.

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Chapter 9 Public Education Programs9.1 Scope.

This chapter establishes the organization and deployment of the FPO for public education activities.9.2 Purpose.

The purpose of this chapter is to establish the [organization and deployment for the FPO as it relates to] public education programs that reduce the community’s risks, demonstrate the value of public education activities, andimplement appropriate prevention and intervention activities.9.3 General Requirements. (Reserved)9.4 Risk Assessment.

The FPO shall evaluate and incorporate the applicable components of the CRR plan required by 5.3.8(1) when developing and revising public education programs.9.5 Qualification of Personnel.9.5.1

Personnel assigned to public education activities shall comply with the job performance requirements in NFPA 1035.9.5.2

Personnel assigned to deliver public education programs established and designed for delivery shall meet the Level I job performance requirements in NFPA 1035.9.5.3

Personnel assigned to develop and evaluate specific public education programs shall meet the Level II job performance requirements in NFPA 1035.9.5.4

Personnel assigned to manage the public education programs of this standard shall meet the Level III job performance requirements in NFPA 1035.9.5.5 *The FPO shall be permitted to approve other individuals to deliver specific public education programs when those individuals demonstrate expertise in the programs to be delivered.9.5.5.1

Educators from organizations outside the FPO shall meet all additional criteria based on the audience or specific venue where the program is delivered.9.6 * Required Personnel.

Public education functions shall be organized to ensure that the FPO public education capability includes personnel, equipment, and resources to meet the activities required by Chapter 4.9.7 * Responsibility.

The FPO shall have a system to accomplish the requirements of Section 9.1 that include program development, implementation, evaluation, and revision.9.8 Public Education Program Development/Revision.9.8.1

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Development of specific programs shall be based on measures demonstrating the risks associated with a specific population, demographic, or geographic region.9.8.3

The FPO shall partner with other private, public, or nonprofit organizations as appropriate to develop new programs or revise existing programs based on the CRA.9.8.4 *

Programs developed by other organizations with learning objectives that support the CRR plan of the FPO shall be considered for delivery within the community9.8.5 *

Programs developed under this standard shall be reviewed for appropriate program content based upon instructional methodology, age levels, abilities, developmental needs, and cultural or social differences of the target audience.9.8.6 *

Educational programs developed under this standard shall have defined course objectives that address identified fire and injury causes as identified by the CRA required by Chapter 5.9.8.7

The FPO shall identify process and impact measures that support the outcome goals and measures of each educational program.9.9 Public Education Program Delivery.9.9.1

The FPO shall partner with other private, public, or nonprofit organizations as appropriate to deliver programs to reduce injury and fire loss in the community identified in the CRA.9.9.2

The FPO shall select the delivery mechanisms most appropriate for the target audience.9.9.3

Educational programs shall be delivered to the audiences identified in the CRA9.9.4 Evaluation.9.9.4.1

Educational program delivery shall be evaluated to determine the most effective frequency, mechanism, format, and venue based on identified process measures.9.9.4.2

Data for the evaluation of process measures shall be collected with each educational program delivery.9.10 Public Education Program Evaluation.9.10.1

All programs shall be evaluated to verify that the program is reaching the target audience and achieving the desired impacts and outcomes identified in Section 9.2.9.10.2

Process and impact evaluation from educational program deliveries shall be compiled by the FPO not less than annually.9.10.3Outcome measures shall be evaluated with the CRA.9.10.3.1



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Outcome measures shall be evaluated more frequently or prior to the next scheduled CRA based on the level of activity and the desired outcome timeline of the specific educational program.9.10.4

Results of educational program evaluations shall be presented to the chief executive responsible for fire prevention not less than annually.9.10.5

Educational program evaluation shall include recommended changes to programs in order to improve impact, process, and outcome measures of the program.9.10.6

Educational program instructors shall be evaluated to ensure adherence to program objectives and their individual effectiveness at achieving the learning objectives of the programs delivered.9.10.7

Each instructor’s delivery of the educational program shall be evaluated for effectiveness and adherence to professional qualifications and be conducted within the scope of the instructor's training, education, and experience.9.11 Programs.9.11.1 Daycare, Preschool, and Pre-K Through 12 School Fire and LifeSafety Educational Programs.9.11.1.1

Educational programs for school-age target audiences shall be developed based on the CRR plan developed in accordance with Chapter 5.9.11.1.2

Educational programs under this chapter shall be developed for students in daycare, preschool, pre-kindergarten, and education levels–K–12.9.11.1.3 *

Educational programs shall be developed based on age and developmentally appropriate content and delivery method for the targeted audience.9.11.1.4

All educational programs shall comply with applicable regional and state educational requirements.9.11.1.5 *

Educational programs shall also include training or materials for adult caregivers of the students.9.11.2 Higher Education Fire and Life Safety Education Programs.9.11.2.1

Educational programs for students in higher education shall be developed based on the CRR plan developed in accordance with Chapter 5.9.11.2.2

Programs shall be targeted at postsecondary education students enrolled in college, university, community college, technical school or any postsecondary formal educational programs.9.11.2.3

Educational programs shall be developed for the specific housing needs of students as defined by their on-campus dormitory, off-campus housing, or private and learning institution–sponsored, or fraternity/sorority housing status.9.11.2.4 *

Educational programs shall be developed for any other defined risk in the higher education status.9.11.2.5

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9.11.2.6Educational programs shall also include enhanced training for dormitory student managers and fraternity/sorority leadership.9.11.2.7

Educational programs shall include enhanced training for off-campus housing organizations and landlords.9.11.2.8

Educational programs for institutional staff shall be conducted in accordance with Section 9.11.9.11.3 Independent Senior Adult Fire and Life Safety EducationalPrograms.9.11.3.1Educational programs for independent senior adults shall be developed based on the CRR plan developed in accordance with Chapter 5.9.11.3.1.1

Independent senior adult education programs shall be targeted at those community members over the age of 55 who live independently or as determined by the FPO.9.11.3.2

Educational programs shall be permitted to be associated with other independent senior-based outreach programs and organizations to maximize the delivery and outreach of the program.9.11.3.3 *

Independent senior educational programs shall also include training or materials for adult caregivers of seniors.9.11.4 Adult and Community-Wide Public Educational Programs.9.11.4.1

Adult and community-wide educational programs shall be developed based on the CRR plan developed in accordance with section Chapter 5.9.11.4.2 *

Adult and community-wide education programs shall be targeted at adults and the communities in which they live.9.11.5 Workplace Fire and Life Safety Education .9.11.5.1

Workplace educational programs shall be developed based on the CRR plan developed in accordance with Chapter 5.9.11.5.2 *

Workplace education programs are targeted at employees, managers, and owners of businesses, nonprofit organizations, and government organizations in the community, with a focus on fire prevention and safety in the workplace and home.9.11.5.3

All programs shall be developed and delivered with consideration to specific workplace needs, processes, and activities in the workplace.9.11.6 Youth Firesetter Educational Programs.9.11.6.1 *

Youth firesetter educational programs shall be developed based on the CRR plan developed in accordance with Chapter 5.9.11.6.2

Youth firesetter educational programs shall be targeted at youths who exhibit behaviors associated with setting fires.9.11.6.3 *

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9.11.6.4 *Youth firesetter programs shall have defined course objectives that address specific firesetting behaviors exhibited by the participating student(s) or identified by local or nationally recognized objectives for the target audience.9.11.6.5 *

State and local requirements of record keeping, reporting, and confidentiality associated with youth shall be followed.9.11.7 Home Safety Education Programs.9.11.7.1

Home safety education programs shall be developed based on the CRR plan developed in accordance with section Chapter 5.9.11.7.2 *

Home safety education programs shall be targeted at homeowners, owners of condominium units, tenants of single-family dwellings, and tenants of multifamily housing units.9.11.7.3

Home safety program management shall address all state and local regulations concerning mandated reporting requirements of other crimes and violations of the law as well as applicable confidentiality requirements.9.12 Alternative Educational Messaging.9.12.1 *

Alternative education materials and messages shall be developed based on the CRR plan developed in accordance with Chapter 5.9.12.2

The FPO shall develop media communications strategies that support educational programs consistent with 5.4.3 and 5.4.4 of NFPA 1037.9.12.3

FPO shall develop social media communications strategies that support public education programs where appropriate.

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9.4 Risk Assessment.The FPO shall evaluate and incorporate the applicable components of the CRR plan required by 5.3.8(1) when developing and revising public education programs.

9.4 Risk Assessment General Comments:

Fire reporting information systems useful in monitoring problem areas and the need for increased public education programs.

Staff of the Public Education section should use statistics regarding cause of past fire occurrences, injuries and fatalities to determine target groups and develop relevant programs.

The Public education section shall continue to develop new standardized educational programs to meet the needs of all citizens based on age, ethnicity, and other demographics. Delivery of such programs shall be tracked electronically to allow the reporting to determine effectiveness of existing and new programs to identify efficiencies in the delivery methods.


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Public Comment No. 20-NFPA 1730-2014 [ New Section after A.5.3.7 ]

A.6.4 Qualifications of Personnel. Personnel shall hold a Fire Inspector I or Fire Inspector II Certification awarded by an accredited certification body or equivalent. Said certification(s) shall be appropriate for their job title and ensure technical competency in the assigned responsibilities, as determined by the FPO.



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Public Comment No. 19-NFPA 1730-2014 [ New Section after A.6.7 ]

A.7.4 Qualifications of Personnel. Personnel shall hold an appropriate certification (such as Fire Plans Examiner) awarded by an accredited certification body or equivalent. Said certification(s) shall be appropriate for their job title and ensure technical competency in the assignedresponsibilities, as determined by the FPO.



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Public Comment No. 13-NFPA 1730-2014 [ Section No. B.1 ]

B.1 IntroductionConducting a community risk assessment (CRA) is the first step towardmanagement of risk based on local needs and circumstances. It is intended tocollect and analyze data to make decisions about programs and resourcesnecessary for the implementation of the community risk reduction (CRR) plan.

A CRA must be undertaken to determine and establish the CRR plan and programs to eliminate, reduce, and mitigate risks. Any significant risks identified through the analysis should be addressed. For example, if the risk assessment indicates a significant life or fire loss in multi-unit residential buildings, a program that will adequately improve fire safety, such as routine inspections, might be appropriate to address that specific need of the community.

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GuidelinesGuideline 04-40A-03 - Simplified Risk Assessment , published by the Ontario Office of the Fire Marshal

of Ontarioand Emergency Management , and is used with permission.


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