Provide a sufficient number of certified emergency responders

Rationale: Ensuring that a sufficient number of trained and equipped certified first responders are on site decreases response time and the likelihood of morbidity and mortality during emergencies such as cardiac arrest and traumatic injury.

Requirements

Demonstrate compliance with one of the options below:

Option 1 - Certified First Responders (Full Credit):

To achieve full credit, demonstrate compliance with all the following requirements:

1. Identify certified first responders (CFR) who are full-time employees working within the building.

2. Provide one CFR for every 100 building occupants.

Option 2 - Single Certification First Responders (Partial Credit):

The project may achieve partial credit by demonstrating compliance with the following requirements:

1. Identify certified first responders (CFR) who are full-time employees working within the building.

2. Provide one CFR for every 100 building occupants.

Compliance Documentation

Types of compliance documentation required:

• Certified statements
• Calculation