Cochrane firefighters are raising concerns about the necessity for increased manpower to cope with rapid urban expansion, citing it as a critical matter for public safety.
He notes that the National Fire Prevention Association (NFPA) standard prescribes one firefighter per thousand people, while Cochrane presently operates with six-member crews. This number further diminishes to five or even four during instances of sickness or members attending training courses. Chyka emphasizes the ideal need for 10-member crews.
