Get Nfirs Codes Cheat Sheet 2020-2024

How do I code an request for landing zone supper (LZ) call? A request for a landing zone (e.g. a medivac helicopter) should be coded as 462 - Aircraft Standby.

Note: Code 444 - Power line down is appropriate for when the threat is confined to a powerline down (perhaps with a little charring), but when that becomes the ignition source for a wildland, brush or grass fire, use those NFIRS outdoor fire codes instead.

For an incident where an electrical transformer (pole mounted or ground mounted) is burning, what Incident Code do you recommend? The appropriate Incident Code in this case would be '112 - Fire in structure, other than in a building.

Note: Code 444 - Power line down is appropriate for when the threat is confined to a powerline down (perhaps with a little charring), but when that becomes the ignition source for a wildland, brush or grass fire, use those NFIRS outdoor fire codes instead.

LZ: This often refers to a helicopter landing zone. A fire apparatus will remain on standout and establish a safe landing zone as well as serve as a focal point for an approaching or departing helicopter called to a scene.

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What is the NFIRS code for a structure fire? The NFIRS Incident Type for a structure fire (a building fire) is 111. (One hundred and eleven.) Note: Code 111 excludes “confined fires”, e.g. chimney fires or contained cooking fires.

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