Latest Announcements

Rule Amendents

8/11/2021

The following rule amendments are effective August 11, 2021.

Chapter 421, Standards for Certification, §421.17, Requirement to Maintain Certification, amendment added for special circumstances.

Chapter 435, Fire Fighter Safety, §435.19, Enforcement of Commission Rules, amendment change regarding how biennial inspections are initiated.

You can view these rules and read more about them in our standards manual

Curriculum & Testing Committee Seeking Applicants

8/2/2021

The Texas Commission on Fire Protection is seeking applications for the Curriculum and Testing Committee. There is one vacancy on the committee.

Read Announcement|Application Form&

Investigator Ad-hoc Committee vacancy

8/2/2021

The Curriculum and Testing Committee is seeking applications for the Investigator Ad-Hoc Committee. There are two vacancies on the committee.

Announcement|Application&

Curriculum &Testing Committee Seeking Applicants

3/25/2021

The Curriculum and Testing Committee is seeking applicants for Aircraft Rescue Fire Fighting and Inspector Ad-Hoc Committees. There's only one vacancy on each committee. More details, instructions, requirements as well as corresponding application forms follow below.

Gov. Abbott Names Chair and Appoints Five to TCFP

3/23/2021

Governor Greg Abbott has appointed Christopher G. Cantu, David Coatney, Michael Glynn, Clyde Loll, and Tim Smith to the Texas Commission on Fire Protection for terms set to expire on February 1, 2027. Additionally, Governor Abbott

named J.P. Steelman as chair to the commission.

Click here for more details.

Firefighter Cancer Awareness Month

1/8/2021

January is Firefighter Cancer Awareness Month and TCFP is partnering with the Firefighter Cancer Support Network (FCSN) to raise awareness. Please visit the FCSN's website for free resources

available to firefighters and departments facing cancer diagnoses. Also, please join us each Wednesday in January at 2pm on our Facebook page for live video chats with our Executive Director Mike Wisko and members of the FCSN team.

Sunset Review Staff Report Out

11/23/2020

The Sunset Advisory Commission have released the first version of three versions of it's staff report following the review they conducted on the Texas Commission on Fire Protection.

Please peruse the staff report by clicking the following link.

TCFP Wants You!!

11/17/2020

During the October Commission meeting, Commissioners voted to create two separate Ad Hoc Committees to provide suggestions on updating some rules. Specifically, they want to look at Section 427 Training Facilities & Section 435 Firefighter Safety.

If you are affected by these rules, we would like for you to apply to be part of one of the Ad Hoc committees. Click here for more details.

TCFP under Sunset Review!

8/26/2020

The Sunset Advisory Commission is reviewing the mission and performance of the Texas Commission on Fire Protection (TCFP) and welcomes public comments on whether the agency is still needed and ideas to improve its operations and services.

For more information, please visit this link.

Governor's Rule Waiver

4/1/2020

In accordance with section 418.016 of the Texas Government Code, the Office of the Governor grants TCFP’s request to suspend the following rules:

37 TAC 423.3
37 TAC 447.5

This suspension is in effect until terminated by the Office of the Governor or until the March 13, 2020 disaster declaration is lifted or expires. Detailed info on our Covid-19 Page.

TCFP Physical Office Closure

3/20/2020

Starting Monday, March 23, 2020, TCFP’s physical office will be CLOSED. We will continue to offer services remotely. If you call us, your call may not be answered. EMAIL* IS THE BEST WAY TO CONTACT US for all your needs. Contact information here

DSHS Monitoring Novel Coronavirus Outbreak

2/28/2020

DSHS is monitoring the new coronavirus outbreak originating in Wuhan, China. For prevention tips, symptoms, traveler information, and healthcare provider resources, read our coronavirus information.

For more information, please visit https://hhs.texas.gov/

Compliance PPE SOP Annual Submittal

1/24/2020

Annual submittal of your departmental SOP regarding the use, selection, care, & maintenance of protective clothing which complies with NFPA 1851, 2020 edition is due to your regional compliance officer no later than Mar. 31st 2020. Click Here

We value your feedback!

1/23/2020

Please take our Customer Service Survey: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/VXQ9FNM

NFPA 1561, 2020 Edition Update

1/22/2020

The Compliance Inspection Guide sections for, Incident Management and Personnel Accountability SOP’s have been updated to reflect the 202 edition of NFPA 1561.

View here.

Chapter 7 Curriculum and Skills Manuals

1/8/2020

All Driver Operator training facilities need to be aware that as of January 1, 2020, the TCFP curriculum and skills manuals for Chapter 7, Driver Operator, have been officially updated to reflect the most recent (2017) changes in NFPA 1002.

Retirement

8/27/2019

Executive Director Tim Rutland has announced his retirement from state service, effective September 30th. Director Rutland began working at the Texas Commission on Fire Protection in July 2007, following a 25-year career with the Corpus Christi Fire

Department. His initial responsibilities with TCFP involved review and approval of training courses and conducting state certification exams. During his first year with the Commission, he was promoted to supervisor over the certification team. In January of 2012 he accepted the position of Educational and Professional Development Manager for the agency, which at the time included curriculum development, injury reporting, and the agency’s library program in addition to all certification activities. Tim was named as interim Executive Director in April of 2013, and was selected for the permanent position in February 2014.

Although retiring from TCFP, Director Rutland will be continuing in his commitment to the Texas fire service with the State Firefighters’ and Fire Marshals’ Association.

Attention Certified Inspectors:

8/16/2019

Special provisional language has been adopted for Plan Examiner Personnel §429.201. It allows eligible individuals to apply for the Plan Examiner certification if certain criteria are met.

Please review the attached document for more information here.

Applicants: Aircraft Rescue Firefighter committee

8/15/2019

The Texas Commission on Fire Protection is seeking qualified applicants for the Aircraft Rescue Fire Fighter ad hoc curriculum committee to assist in updating the TCFP ARFF curriculum. Application deadline: OCTOBER 31, 2019.

Individuals selected will not be compensated for service or travel.

Health and wellness program page

4/30/2019

A health and wellness program page has just been launched. This page will be continually updated with pertinent firefighter related health and wellness information.

Check it out here.

Available soon

4/8/2019

A new module has been developed for FIDO department administrators submitting applications, including certifications, exams, IFSAC Seals, and record reviews.

See a preview of the module and view Application Tutorials here.

Reminder notice:

1/15/2019

Revised standard operating procedure related to firefighter protective clothing is due to the regional compliance officer January 31, 2019. Violation notices to follow for failure to comply.

The information is being distributed to departments, training programs, and other affected entities, and it can also be accessed here.

Attention all certified training facilities:

12/10/2018

The renewal module for certified training facilities will be available on Monday, December 3, 2018. Log into FIDO to create and pay invoice by 1/31/2019 to avoid late fees.

New exams available online

9/13/2018

The following exams are now available in online format:

Inspector I
Inspector II
Plans Examiner I
Inspector (Combined: Inspector I, Inspector II, Plans Examiner I)
Aircraft Rescue Firefighter

Please go to Online Test Sites

The 2017 injury report is now available

8/22/2018

The 2017 Injury Report has been posted. You can download a copy of it here.

Renewal begins Tuesday, September 4, 2018

8/8/2018

Tuesday, September 4, 2018, departments and individual certificate holders can renew certifications via the new FIDO renewal module for the October 31, 2018 expiration date.

Complete by October 31, 2018. Individual Certificate holders click here.

New Requirements for PPE SOPs

8/8/2018

New rule language was recently adopted in 435.1 of the Commission's Standards Manual pertaining to care and maintenance of PPE.

Along with the adoption, TCFP has also developed guidance regarding components that must be included in a regulated entity's care and maintenance SOP. The information is being distributed to departments, training programs, and other affected entities,

Online Testing is now available

8/8/2018

We want to make sure everyone knows on-line testing is currently available for the following exams: Instructor I, II and III, Officer I, II, III and IV, Basic Wildland Firefighter, Incident Safety Officer, Hazmat Incident Commander..

Driver Operator-Pumper, Driver Operator-Aerial. Fee is $55 for exams. Additional fees may apply.

TCFP test application fee reduced

5/20/2018

On May 20th, the fee for processing applications for testing is reduced from $85 to $55.

Mailed applications that are postmarked on or after May 20th will be processed at the new $55 fee. Postmarked prior to May 20th are subject $85 fee.

Having trouble accessing FIDO?

4/26/2018

If you are experiencing difficulty logging in to your FIDO account, and are using Internet Explorer, it may be due to your browser being out of date. Please update your settings by following these steps on your computer:

Go to your Start menu
select Control Panel

2017 Injury Reporting Deadline

4/10/2018

Please submit all 2017 injury reports by April 30 to have your department's data included in the official report to the commission. All reports of "No Injuries" should also be submitted by this date.

For general information about injury reports, please refer to the injury reporting program page. If you have additional questions or concerns about reporting 2017 injuries, please call 512-936-3833 or email info@tcfp.texas.gov.

TCFP Customer Service survey now available

3/20/2018

The Texas Commission on Fire Protection wants your input! Please take our brief customer service survey to let us know how we are doing. This survey will take approximately 10-15 minutes to complete.

FIDO Update

2/12/2018

Commission personnel are working this week to complete the critical programming for a replacement interface for FIDO. We expect to launch the replacement on Tuesday, February 20th.

The new interface will look and function differently, and most importantly should correct the problems encountered with the version introduced in January. The interface should have the basic functions and features needed for most situations, with additiona

Seeking applicants for hazardous materials ad hoc

2/8/2018

The Texas Commission on Fire Protection is seeking qualified applicants for the hazardous materials ad hoc curriculum committee to assist in updating all the hazmat certifications currently offered:

Awareness, Operations, Technician, and Incident Commander.

Rule Amendents

8/11/2021

The following rule amendments are effective August 11, 2021.

Chapter 421, Standards for Certification, §421.17, Requirement to Maintain Certification, amendment added for special circumstances.

Chapter 435, Fire Fighter Safety, §435.19, Enforcement of Commission Rules, amendment change regarding how biennial inspections are initiated.

You can view these rules and read more about them in our standards manual

Curriculum & Testing Committee Seeking Applicants

8/2/2021

The Texas Commission on Fire Protection is seeking applications for the Curriculum and Testing Committee. There is one vacancy on the committee.

Read Announcement|Application Form&

Investigator Ad-hoc Committee vacancy

8/2/2021

The Curriculum and Testing Committee is seeking applications for the Investigator Ad-Hoc Committee. There are two vacancies on the committee.

Announcement|Application&

Curriculum &Testing Committee Seeking Applicants

3/25/2021

Gov. Abbott Names Chair and Appoints Five to TCFP

3/23/2021

named J.P. Steelman as chair to the commission.

Click here for more details.

Firefighter Cancer Awareness Month

1/8/2021

January is Firefighter Cancer Awareness Month and TCFP is partnering with the Firefighter Cancer Support Network (FCSN) to raise awareness. Please visit the FCSN's website for free resources

Sunset Review Staff Report Out

11/23/2020

The Sunset Advisory Commission have released the first version of three versions of it's staff report following the review they conducted on the Texas Commission on Fire Protection.

Please peruse the staff report by clicking the following link.

TCFP Wants You!!

11/17/2020

If you are affected by these rules, we would like for you to apply to be part of one of the Ad Hoc committees. Click here for more details.

TCFP under Sunset Review!

8/26/2020

For more information, please visit this link.

Governor's Rule Waiver

4/1/2020

In accordance with section 418.016 of the Texas Government Code, the Office of the Governor grants TCFP’s request to suspend the following rules:

37 TAC 423.3
37 TAC 447.5

This suspension is in effect until terminated by the Office of the Governor or until the March 13, 2020 disaster declaration is lifted or expires. Detailed info on our Covid-19 Page.

TCFP Physical Office Closure

3/20/2020

DSHS Monitoring Novel Coronavirus Outbreak

2/28/2020

DSHS is monitoring the new coronavirus outbreak originating in Wuhan, China. For prevention tips, symptoms, traveler information, and healthcare provider resources, read our coronavirus information.

For more information, please visit https://hhs.texas.gov/

Compliance PPE SOP Annual Submittal

1/24/2020

We value your feedback!

1/23/2020

Please take our Customer Service Survey: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/VXQ9FNM

NFPA 1561, 2020 Edition Update

1/22/2020

The Compliance Inspection Guide sections for, Incident Management and Personnel Accountability SOP’s have been updated to reflect the 202 edition of NFPA 1561.

View here.

Chapter 7 Curriculum and Skills Manuals

1/8/2020

Retirement

8/27/2019

Attention Certified Inspectors:

8/16/2019

Special provisional language has been adopted for Plan Examiner Personnel §429.201. It allows eligible individuals to apply for the Plan Examiner certification if certain criteria are met.

Please review the attached document for more information here.

Applicants: Aircraft Rescue Firefighter committee

8/15/2019

Individuals selected will not be compensated for service or travel.

Health and wellness program page

4/30/2019

A health and wellness program page has just been launched. This page will be continually updated with pertinent firefighter related health and wellness information.

Check it out here.

Available soon

4/8/2019

A new module has been developed for FIDO department administrators submitting applications, including certifications, exams, IFSAC Seals, and record reviews.

See a preview of the module and view Application Tutorials here.

Reminder notice:

1/15/2019

Revised standard operating procedure related to firefighter protective clothing is due to the regional compliance officer January 31, 2019. Violation notices to follow for failure to comply.

The information is being distributed to departments, training programs, and other affected entities, and it can also be accessed here.

Attention all certified training facilities:

12/10/2018

The renewal module for certified training facilities will be available on Monday, December 3, 2018. Log into FIDO to create and pay invoice by 1/31/2019 to avoid late fees.

New exams available online

9/13/2018

The following exams are now available in online format:

Inspector I
Inspector II
Plans Examiner I
Inspector (Combined: Inspector I, Inspector II, Plans Examiner I)
Aircraft Rescue Firefighter

Please go to Online Test Sites

The 2017 injury report is now available

8/22/2018

The 2017 Injury Report has been posted. You can download a copy of it here.

Renewal begins Tuesday, September 4, 2018

8/8/2018

Tuesday, September 4, 2018, departments and individual certificate holders can renew certifications via the new FIDO renewal module for the October 31, 2018 expiration date.

Complete by October 31, 2018. Individual Certificate holders click here.

New Requirements for PPE SOPs

8/8/2018

New rule language was recently adopted in 435.1 of the Commission's Standards Manual pertaining to care and maintenance of PPE.

Online Testing is now available

8/8/2018

Driver Operator-Pumper, Driver Operator-Aerial. Fee is $55 for exams. Additional fees may apply.

TCFP test application fee reduced

5/20/2018

On May 20th, the fee for processing applications for testing is reduced from $85 to $55.

Mailed applications that are postmarked on or after May 20th will be processed at the new $55 fee. Postmarked prior to May 20th are subject $85 fee.

Having trouble accessing FIDO?

4/26/2018

Go to your Start menu
select Control Panel

2017 Injury Reporting Deadline

4/10/2018

Please submit all 2017 injury reports by April 30 to have your department's data included in the official report to the commission. All reports of "No Injuries" should also be submitted by this date.

TCFP Customer Service survey now available

3/20/2018

The Texas Commission on Fire Protection wants your input! Please take our brief customer service survey to let us know how we are doing. This survey will take approximately 10-15 minutes to complete.

FIDO Update

2/12/2018

Commission personnel are working this week to complete the critical programming for a replacement interface for FIDO. We expect to launch the replacement on Tuesday, February 20th.

Seeking applicants for hazardous materials ad hoc

2/8/2018

The Texas Commission on Fire Protection is seeking qualified applicants for the hazardous materials ad hoc curriculum committee to assist in updating all the hazmat certifications currently offered:

Awareness, Operations, Technician, and Incident Commander.

Rule Amendents

8/11/2021

The following rule amendments are effective August 11, 2021.

Chapter 421, Standards for Certification, §421.17, Requirement to Maintain Certification, amendment added for special circumstances.

Chapter 435, Fire Fighter Safety, §435.19, Enforcement of Commission Rules, amendment change regarding how biennial inspections are initiated.

You can view these rules and read more about them in our standards manual

Curriculum & Testing Committee Seeking Applicants

8/2/2021

The Texas Commission on Fire Protection is seeking applications for the Curriculum and Testing Committee. There is one vacancy on the committee.

Read Announcement|Application Form&

Investigator Ad-hoc Committee vacancy

8/2/2021

The Curriculum and Testing Committee is seeking applications for the Investigator Ad-Hoc Committee. There are two vacancies on the committee.

Announcement|Application&

Curriculum &Testing Committee Seeking Applicants

3/25/2021

Gov. Abbott Names Chair and Appoints Five to TCFP

3/23/2021

named J.P. Steelman as chair to the commission.

Click here for more details.

Firefighter Cancer Awareness Month

1/8/2021

January is Firefighter Cancer Awareness Month and TCFP is partnering with the Firefighter Cancer Support Network (FCSN) to raise awareness. Please visit the FCSN's website for free resources

Sunset Review Staff Report Out

11/23/2020

The Sunset Advisory Commission have released the first version of three versions of it's staff report following the review they conducted on the Texas Commission on Fire Protection.

Please peruse the staff report by clicking the following link.

TCFP Wants You!!

11/17/2020

If you are affected by these rules, we would like for you to apply to be part of one of the Ad Hoc committees. Click here for more details.

TCFP under Sunset Review!

8/26/2020

For more information, please visit this link.

Governor's Rule Waiver

4/1/2020

In accordance with section 418.016 of the Texas Government Code, the Office of the Governor grants TCFP’s request to suspend the following rules:

37 TAC 423.3
37 TAC 447.5

This suspension is in effect until terminated by the Office of the Governor or until the March 13, 2020 disaster declaration is lifted or expires. Detailed info on our Covid-19 Page.

TCFP Physical Office Closure

3/20/2020

DSHS Monitoring Novel Coronavirus Outbreak

2/28/2020

DSHS is monitoring the new coronavirus outbreak originating in Wuhan, China. For prevention tips, symptoms, traveler information, and healthcare provider resources, read our coronavirus information.

For more information, please visit https://hhs.texas.gov/

Compliance PPE SOP Annual Submittal

1/24/2020

We value your feedback!

1/23/2020

Please take our Customer Service Survey: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/VXQ9FNM

NFPA 1561, 2020 Edition Update

1/22/2020

The Compliance Inspection Guide sections for, Incident Management and Personnel Accountability SOP’s have been updated to reflect the 202 edition of NFPA 1561.

View here.

Chapter 7 Curriculum and Skills Manuals

1/8/2020

Retirement

8/27/2019

Attention Certified Inspectors:

8/16/2019

Special provisional language has been adopted for Plan Examiner Personnel §429.201. It allows eligible individuals to apply for the Plan Examiner certification if certain criteria are met.

Please review the attached document for more information here.

Applicants: Aircraft Rescue Firefighter committee

8/15/2019

Individuals selected will not be compensated for service or travel.

Health and wellness program page

4/30/2019

A health and wellness program page has just been launched. This page will be continually updated with pertinent firefighter related health and wellness information.

Check it out here.

Available soon

4/8/2019

A new module has been developed for FIDO department administrators submitting applications, including certifications, exams, IFSAC Seals, and record reviews.

See a preview of the module and view Application Tutorials here.

Reminder notice:

1/15/2019

Revised standard operating procedure related to firefighter protective clothing is due to the regional compliance officer January 31, 2019. Violation notices to follow for failure to comply.

The information is being distributed to departments, training programs, and other affected entities, and it can also be accessed here.

Attention all certified training facilities:

12/10/2018

The renewal module for certified training facilities will be available on Monday, December 3, 2018. Log into FIDO to create and pay invoice by 1/31/2019 to avoid late fees.

New exams available online

9/13/2018

The following exams are now available in online format:

Inspector I
Inspector II
Plans Examiner I
Inspector (Combined: Inspector I, Inspector II, Plans Examiner I)
Aircraft Rescue Firefighter

Please go to Online Test Sites

The 2017 injury report is now available

8/22/2018

The 2017 Injury Report has been posted. You can download a copy of it here.

Renewal begins Tuesday, September 4, 2018

8/8/2018

Tuesday, September 4, 2018, departments and individual certificate holders can renew certifications via the new FIDO renewal module for the October 31, 2018 expiration date.

Complete by October 31, 2018. Individual Certificate holders click here.

New Requirements for PPE SOPs

8/8/2018

New rule language was recently adopted in 435.1 of the Commission's Standards Manual pertaining to care and maintenance of PPE.

Online Testing is now available

8/8/2018

Driver Operator-Pumper, Driver Operator-Aerial. Fee is $55 for exams. Additional fees may apply.

TCFP test application fee reduced

5/20/2018

On May 20th, the fee for processing applications for testing is reduced from $85 to $55.

Mailed applications that are postmarked on or after May 20th will be processed at the new $55 fee. Postmarked prior to May 20th are subject $85 fee.

Having trouble accessing FIDO?

4/26/2018

Go to your Start menu
select Control Panel

2017 Injury Reporting Deadline

4/10/2018

Please submit all 2017 injury reports by April 30 to have your department's data included in the official report to the commission. All reports of "No Injuries" should also be submitted by this date.

TCFP Customer Service survey now available

3/20/2018

The Texas Commission on Fire Protection wants your input! Please take our brief customer service survey to let us know how we are doing. This survey will take approximately 10-15 minutes to complete.

FIDO Update

2/12/2018

Commission personnel are working this week to complete the critical programming for a replacement interface for FIDO. We expect to launch the replacement on Tuesday, February 20th.

Seeking applicants for hazardous materials ad hoc

2/8/2018

The Texas Commission on Fire Protection is seeking qualified applicants for the hazardous materials ad hoc curriculum committee to assist in updating all the hazmat certifications currently offered:

Awareness, Operations, Technician, and Incident Commander.