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Support wildland fire suppression operations! NFPA 1906 specifies the minimum requirements for a new automotive wildland fire apparatus consisting of a vehicle equipped with at least a water pump, water tank, hose and equipment; whether designed to be integral with the chassis or as a slip-on fire fighting module mounted on the apparatus.

In addition to a chapter on general requirements, this new Standard provides specifics on:

• Chassis and vehicle components
• Low-voltage electrical systems and warning devices
• Driving and crew areas
• Body, compartments, and equipment mounting
• Water pumps
• Pump engines
• Water tanks
• Class A foam concentrate proportioning systems
• Compressed air foam systems (CAFS)
• Winches
• Vehicle protection systems

Extensive appendix explanatory material includes an appendix designed to assist users with the preparation of purchase specifications for a new apparatus.