We understand the unique needs of property managers and ensure that all safety protocols are met, providing regular inspections, troubleshooting, and repairs.
As with most building-installed fire safety systems, the cost of FARS and the on-going testing, certification and maintenance of the system is borne by the building owner.
Annual cost of FARS varies by region. Contact your local installer for pricing within your jurisdiction.
Building owners are responsible for quarterly inspection, testing, and maintenance (ITM) of all building-installed fire protection systems to ensure reliability when an emergency occurs. Those tasked with ITM on breathing air systems must be qualified in the use of high-pressure piping and distribution system.
National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) Annex D states that no Certificate of Compliance shall be issued until all approved plans and specifications have been tested, certified, and approved to be in proper working condition to the satisfaction of the local fire department. International Fire Code Appendix L and NFPA specify standards for air quality that must be met to ensure ongoing system reliability.
We follow the development of air management technologies and advocate for integration into firefighting best practices. These technologies include portable breathing air, gas detection, fireground and training tools, PPE and more.
Learn MoreThe air on your back is what enables you to do your work and survive. And like every other resource on the fireground, that air needs to be deliberately planned, practiced and managed.
Learn MoreSmoke is a killer. Understanding the enemy is crucial to reduce the chance of illness, disease and death.
Learn MoreFire science studies the causes and effects of fire, fire management, fire behavior, and firefighter health and safety. We will bring you the latest science and research related to firefighter health and safety.
Learn MoreThe Firefighter Air Coalition (FAC) focuses on the need for smart, responsible air management. It’s our passion and our privilege to advance firefighter safety through continued education and training programs and the advancement of important life-saving air supply technology.
The Firefighter Air Coalition advocates for codes requiring proven technologies that improve air management in the fire service and help reduce cancer risk. We support the efforts of code compliance professionals in their code review, adoption, and implementation process.
Codes requiring Firefighter Air Replenishment Systems (FARS) are a growing trend nationwide as cities look to keeping pace with infrastructure development, fire department manpower, reduce risk, and maintain the highest level of public safety.
A Firefighter Air Replenishment System (FARS) is a building installed standpipe system and distribution systems that delivers breathing air to firefighters inside large structures.
As with most building-installed fire safety systems, the cost of FARS and the on-going testing, certification and maintenance of the system is borne by the builder and the building owner.
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Our Board of Directors is comprised of leaders from the fire service and industry. Each brings a unique set of skills and experience to our organization.