Accreditation

Internationally Accredited Since 2008

Lawrence-Douglas County Fire Medical remains on target with its accreditation commitments to the Commission on Fire Accreditation International (CFAI).

In March 2023, the department was unanimously awarded Re-accredited Agency Status by CFAI, providing accredited status through 2028. LDCFM is one of only 340 fire departments worldwide to obtain CFAI Accredited Status. The department submits an annual compliance report every February and continues working toward re-accreditation. The accreditation process is integrated into our daily operations and is the foundation by which we provide quality services to Lawrence and Douglas County. Currently, the department is operating under the goals and objectives outlined in the 2021โ€“2026 Strategic Plan. The Standards of Cover document defines emergency response strategies that leaders, administration, and members commit to provide, at a minimum, to all community members.

๐Ÿ“Š Fast Facts

  • โœ… Accredited since: 2008
  • โœ… Reaccredited: 2013, 2018, 2023
  • โœ… One of 340 worldwide

Key Accreditation Resources

2022 Community Risk Assessment (PDF, 15MB)

๐Ÿ“˜ 2022 Community Risk Assessment / Standards of Cover

  • Defines benchmark service level objectives
  • Identifies and analyzes fire and non-fire risks
  • Establishes response time standards

View Report(PDF, 15MB)

2021-2026 Strategic Plan (PDF, 50MB)

๐Ÿ“– 2021โ€“2026 Strategic Plan

  • Community-driven process with stakeholders
  • Defines vision, mission, and critical issues
  • Establishes goals and objectives for initiatives

View Plan(PDF, 50MB)

Fire and Emergency Services Self-Assessment Manual (FESSAM)

The self-assessment model enables organizations to examine past, current, and future service levels and internal performance compared to industry best practices. It is submitted to CFAI as part of the accreditation process.

๐Ÿ“ Contact Us

Administration Office: (785) 830-7000 Monโ€“Fri, 8:00 a.m.โ€“5:00 p.m.McKenzi Ezell Chief of Staff โ˜Ž (785) 830-7010 โœ‰ mezell@lawrenceks.gov