Title
Request to Apply for and Accept 100 Club of Arizona’s Safety Enhancement Stipend Program Funds (Ordinance S-52675) - Citywide
Description
Request to authorize the City Manager, or his designee, to retroactively apply for and accept, if awarded, up to $46,100 from the 100 Club of Arizona’s Safety Enhancement Stipend Program to fund respiratory protection fit testing machines. Further request authorization for the City Treasurer to accept and for the City Controller to disburse all funds related to this item.
Report
Summary
The 100 Club of Arizona’s Safety Enhancement Stipend (SES) program was created in 2004 to assist public safety agencies with equipment to enhance the safety of officers and firefighters. The program allows agencies to obtain equipment and training that would otherwise be unavailable through other funding sources.
SCBA Fit Testing Machines
Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA) fit-testing machines are specialized devices that ensure firefighters’ respirator masks form a proper, airtight seal, providing full protection in hazardous and life-threatening environments. Using advanced measurement technology, the equipment detects any air leakage to confirm compliance with OSHA and NFPA safety standards. Annual fit testing is required for all firefighters and recruits to maintain respiratory protection and operational readiness. This project will fund up to four updated fit-testing devices at an estimated cost of $46,100 to directly supporting firefighter safety and survivability during emergencies.
Procurement Information
The Fire Department will administer the grant per Administrative Regulation 3.10.
Contract Term
There is no set performance period; however, the Fire Department will expend all funds within one year of the award.
Financial Impact
There is no financial impact to the City of Phoenix.
Department
Responsible Department
This item is submitted by Assistant City Manager Lori Bays and the Fire Department.