NFPA-1021 Exam Information and Outline
Fire Officer I, II, III
Syllabus Update Checked on: November 10, 2026
NFPA-1021 Exam Syllabus & Study Guide
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The information below reflects the 2026 syllabus defined by
NFPA.
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- Exam Format
- Written and practical/task-book evaluation
- Human Resource Management
- Supervision and performance evaluation
- Community and Government Relations
- Public relations and complaints
- Administration and Budgeting
- Reports, records and budgets
- Inspection and Investigation
- Pre-incident planning and cause determination
- Emergency Service Delivery and Incident Command
- ICS and size-up
- Health and Safety
- Accident investigation and firefighter safety
- Leadership and Strategic Planning (Officer III)
- Planning and policy