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Chapter 5 <br /> <br />Essential Resources <br /> <br />HFD defined the essential resources section as "The identification of department equipment, <br />supplies, personnel positions, facilities and programs necessary for the efficient delivery of <br />emergency and non-emergency services to Hawaii County." <br /> <br />HFD's plan model stated that it would pursue six deliverables in the essential resources <br />category. We evaluated three items: <br /> <br /> 1. The development of a vehicle replacement program based on NFPA standards. <br /> 2. The provision of facilities maintenance to ensure an efficient, useful life. <br /> 3. Determine and meet NFPA standards for staffing requirements. <br /> <br />Results <br /> 1. HFD did not develop guidelines to target vehicle replacement through an official process. <br /> 2. HFD did not clearly define its facility maintenance responsibilities from those belonging to <br /> the Department of Public Works. <br /> 3. HFD does not meet NFPA standards for staffing requirements. <br /> <br />Audit Activity <br /> <br />Vehicles Replacement Schedules <br /> <br />We interviewed the Fire Chief and found this schedule does not exist. We interviewed the Chief <br />Mechanic and found the out-of-service vehicle list and repair and maintenance records were <br />incomplete. Personnel said physical repairs are a priority, and there is no clerical support. <br /> <br />NFPA Overview <br /> <br />The NFPA "is a global non-profit organization established in 1896, whose stated mission is to <br />eliminate death, injury, property, and economic loss due to fire, electrical and related hazards. <br />NFPA delivers information and knowledge through more than 300 consensus codes and <br />standards, research, training, education, outreach, and advocacy." <br /> <br />NFPA codes and standards are supported by a rigorous development process. <br /> 20 1 Page <br />