Section 8 - Fire Department Safety Guidelines
While it is difficult to detail every situation that may arise during emergency situations, the Essex Fire Department strives to provide a safe working environment for our personnel. Conformity with the following basic set of guidelines will aid personnel in accomplishing a safe working environment.
- All Personnel are expected wear safety equipment and gear that is appropriate for the incident in which involved. This may include
- NFPA approved fire turnout gear, helmets with face shields, nomex hoods, gloves, SCBA's, or PPE.
- Department apparatus and equipment will be maintained in good mechanical and working order at all times.
- Department apparatus will be operated in a safe manner in accordance with all Massachusetts Motor Vehicle Laws.