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Identification, organisation, development and maintenance of professional standards for fire and rescue services in England. Implementation Tools now available!

Joined March 2019
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The 72 people who lost their lives in the Grenfell Tower fire are at the forefront of our minds as we read the Inquiry’s Phase 2 report. Our thoughts are with their families and loved ones and all those who continue to be affected by the fire. ow.ly/mABz50Tfa6J
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The Fire Standards Board reviews its achievements in 2023-24, emphasising its commitment to enhancing the Fire and Rescue Service's role in England loom.ly/4KpDWok #FireStandardsBoard #FireAndRescueService #CommunitySafety #England #FireSafety #ProfessionalStandards
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Saying goodbye and thank you to @HertsFireDog Reqs, who retired this week. Reqs has been using his impeccable sense of smell to detect accelerants like petrol at the scenes of fires for almost 11 years, making him Britain’s longest-serving fire investigation dog. Thank you Reqs🐶
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We are pleased to welcome Lee Freeman as our new HM Inspector of Constabulary and Fire & Rescue Services for the London and National Regions. ⬇️ Learn more: ow.ly/GpEW50PpSjA
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We are welcoming views and feedback on the Data Management Framework (DMF) designed to help fire and rescue services to implement the Data Management Fire Standard. The consultation survey lnkd.in/eUgCntZk will remain open until COP Monday 04 September 2023.
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Today, NFCC launches its Culture Action Plan. “This action plan is an important step forward in working to build a more inclusive culture across every UK fire and rescue service” @NFCC_Chair Read more here: ow.ly/6nHe50PlzqT
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Here are @CornwallCFO and @NFCC_Chair talking about the Culture Action Plan ow.ly/4bYr50PlBLt
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In 2022 there were 226 accidental drownings in the UK. This is 226 too many. Anyone can drown; no one should. Find out how to stay safe in and around water this World #DrowningPrevention Day Learn more here: respectthewater.com @StayWiseUK
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Some new additions to the JESIP app. The latest version is available for download now. #jesip #Interoperability #triage #cbrn
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Following the launch of our position statement calling for this change, we welcome @michaelgove's announcement that @luhc will adopt an 18 metre height threshold for second staircases in all new residential buildings. Read our full response here: nationalfirechiefs.org.uk/Ne…
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Today we are proud to publish our 2023-26 NFCC Member Strategy, setting out our ambitions to continuously improve, and to firmly establish NFCC and the UK FRS as among the best in the world. ow.ly/oBK350Pi478
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June marks Pride Month, an important month to celebrate our LGBTQ+ colleagues across the fire service. NFCC recognises the importance of celebrating and promoting diversity in the fire service and stands with the LGBTQ+ community this month and all months. #PrideMonth
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The NFCC ACER group (nationalfirechiefs.org.uk/AC…) would like to hear about UK based research with Fire and Rescue Services. Please complete this quick survey & share with your networks to capture the work of your collaborators & associates: smartsurvey.co.uk/s/ACER-res… @NFCC_FireChiefs
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There's still time to participate in our consultation on the three pieces of safeguarding guidance that have been produced to support Fire and Rescue Services. You can participate here: ow.ly/E7IQ50OC00k This consultation closes tomorrow, 2 June.
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Absolutely loved welcoming you to @CornwallFRS and Cornwall!! Thank you so much for making the journey and for your time. We are incredibly grateful for your feedback and support @FireStandards @NFCC_FireChiefs Onwards and upwards for @CornwallFRS 👍🏻👍🏻
A fantastic trip to @CornwallFRS by the FSB Chairs & team talking Fire Standards, @NFCC_FireChiefs guidance, implementation support and more. A mighty team making great progress - thank you so much for having us @CornwallCFO and team 😀 #firestandards
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Guidance on implementing the @FireStandards Data Management Fire Standard using @NFCC_FireChiefs Data Management Framework is being discussed by @FaintCallum at the Data Conference #FireStandards #NFCCData23
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I’m delighted that both the Communication and Engagement and Fire Control Standards have launched, emphasising the importance of putting community and efficiency at the heart of fire services’ work in keeping the public safe. Read more here 👇 firestandards.org/
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Launched Today: Direct Entry Scheme. A different route of entry for those with proven leadership skills. Station Manager roles available Attracting a diverse range of experienced middle leaders who want to make a difference in the sector, Read more: bit.ly/3U67CBB
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Watch the latest @BBCNewsnight with NFCC’s Dan Daly on modern methods of construction (MMC). The aim to build homes quickly and sustainably must not be at the expense of safety. We call for the rules on testing of MMC to be tightened (from 26:30mins). bbc.in/3P4Kr8t
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