New NFPA 1091 Standard for Traffic Control Incident Management Professional Qualifications Issued

The long awaited Standard for Traffic Control Incident Management Professional Qualifications was issued by the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA). This multi-disciplinary document includes Job Performance Requirements (JPR’s). It was written by and for roadway responders.

According to the NFPA “Roadway-related incidents constitute some of the greatest health and safety concerns for first responders. While police, fire, and other emergency personnel put their lives on the line during response operations, secondary incidents often occur due to the lack of traffic control incident management.”

“All-new NFPA 1091: Standard for Traffic Control Incident Management Professional Qualifications helps reduce the risks to response personnel and the public through proper traffic control training. NFPA 1091 promotes safer operations with: Minimum job performance requirements (JPRs) for Traffic Control Incident Management Personnel (TCIMP), to help Authorities Having Jurisdiction (AHJs) ensure personnel are adequately prepared to carry out the duties of the job.”

The CVVFA Emergency Responder Safety Institute (ERSI) was an early proponent for the establishment of a “Pro Qual” Standard for roadway response. The ResponderSafety Learning Network Training Modules reflect NFPA 1091’s Job Performance Requirements (JPR’s).

The full story and more information about NFPA 1091 may be found at ResponderSafety.com.