Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. R. 205-1-2-.05 - Minimum Equipment Required for Airport Fire Departments

(1) Each ARFF fire station, unless granted an exemption as approved by the Council, shall possess a minimum of one equipped, operable ARFF-rated apparatus and equipment meeting the applicable index requirements of the Federal Aviation Administration.

(2) Self-contained breathing apparatus to allow for each on-scene Aircraft Rescue Firefighter to safely perform the duties of an Aircraft Rescue Firefighter while engaged in emergency operations.

(3) A minimum of the following equipment, appliances, adapters, and accessories for an ARFF pumper apparatus shall include:

(a) One (1) ground ladder

(b) One (1) section of NFPA compliant hose of minimum 21/2 -inch diameter for tank fill

(c) Two (2) appropriate spanner wrenches for the fittings on the vehicle

(d) One (1) hydrant wrench or other wrench necessary to activate the local water supply

(e) One (1) skin penetrator/agent applicator

(f) Appropriate wheel chocks

(g) 100 feet of utility rope

(h) Two (2) axes, non-wedge type (crash axes)

(i) One (1) fire-resistant blanket

(j) One (1) bolt cutters (minimum 24-inches in length)

(k) One (1) multipurpose, forcible entry tool (minimum 30-inches in length)

(l) Two (2) functioning intrinsically safe flashlights

(m) Two (2) harness cutting tools

(n) One (1) hook, grab, or salvage tool

(o) One (1) first aid kit

(p) One (1) four-pound hammer

(q) Set of hydraulic extrication tools or an agreement with a responding fire department

(4) Possess and equip rescue and firefighting personnel with personal protective clothing and equipment needed to perform their duties in a safe manner.

(a) Personal protective clothing shall include an approved helmet, coat, pants, boots, gloves, and hood.

(b) All personal protective clothing shall be in good repair.

1. It is recommended that the condition of all equipment be checked after each use and on an annual basis to ensure that the integrity of the equipment is maintained for emergency use and follows manufacturers' recommendations for cleaning and replacement.

(c) All personal protective clothing shall meet the appropriate NFPA and Federal Aviation Administration standards at the time of manufacture.

Notes

Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. R. 205-1-2-.05

O.C.G.A. §§ 25-3-20, and 25-3-24.

Original Rule entitled "Minimum Equipment Required for Airport Fire Departments" adopted. F. Nov. 19, 2015; eff. Jan. 1, 2016, as specified by the Agency.