Which NFPA standard covers firefighter safety and health?

NFPA 1500 is the standard that specifically addresses firefighter safety and health. This standard establishes the minimum requirements for an occupational safety and health program for fire departments. Its purpose is to reduce the potential for injury and death among firefighters by emphasizing the importance of safety practices and providing guidelines for a comprehensive safety program. This includes training, health assessments, equipment use, and procedures for risk management. By adhering to NFPA 1500, fire departments can create a safer working environment for their personnel, which is critical in an inherently hazardous profession.

The other standards mentioned focus on different aspects: NFPA 1001 pertains to firefighter qualifications, NFPA 1720 addresses the organization and deployment of fire suppression operations in rural areas, and NFPA 701 relates to the flammability of textiles and other materials.