North Port Fire Rescue Earns Florida’s First Gold Tier Recognition in Pediatric Readiness
Francesco Abbruzzino, The Uncensored Report, LLC
CITY OF NORTH PORT, FL – North Port Fire Rescue is proud to announce that it has been awarded Gold Tier status in the Prehospital Pediatric Readiness Recognition Program (PRRP), making it the first fire department in the State of Florida to receive this designation.
This recognition highlights NPFR’s dedication to providing the highest level of emergency medical care for pediatric patients, ensuring that children in the community receive specialized, high-quality prehospital treatment.
“This recognition is a testament to our department’s unwavering commitment to the safety and well-being of North Port’s youngest residents,” North Port Fire Chief Scott Titus said. “Achieving Gold Tier status reflects the hard work and dedication of our personnel in ensuring that every child we treat receives the best possible care.”
The Florida Prehospital PRRP evaluates EMS agencies based on their training, equipment, protocols, and ability to respond to pediatric medical emergencies effectively. Gold Tier represents the highest level of achievement, recognizing NPFR’s exceptional commitment to pediatric emergency care, continuous training, and disaster preparedness.
The recognition documents are valid for three years from the date of notice of recognition. For more information about the program, Visit the Florida Prehospital PRRP webpage.