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This Manual outlines the DoD Fire and Emergency Services Certification Program. It is not the intent of this Manual to conflict with, be used instead of, or supersede other DoD training directives or Office of Personnel Management qualification standards. This program is part of the DoD Fire and Emergency Services Certification Program. Report any conflicts to HQ AFCESA/CEXF, hereinafter referred to as the "Administration Center," 139 Barnes Drive, Suite 1, Tyndall AFB, Florida 32403-5319.

PURPOSE. The purpose of this program is to enhance the training process, improve performance, and strengthen the professionalism of all DoD Fire and Emergency Services personnel. The program measures the competence of DoD Fire and Emergency Services personnel and provides a quality control element for the training process. These measurements and quality control elements will be accomplished through the administration of standardized written and performance evaluations. This comprehensive program uses the National Fire Protection Association's (NFPA) national consensus of professional qualifications standards. The Administration Center will develop standards when NFPA standards do not exist for specific positions.