What must all drills/exercises comply with?

The requirement for all drills and exercises to comply with the Fire Department policies and Training Operations Manual is critical because these documents provide specific guidelines that align training with the operational needs and standards expected within the department. The Fire Department's policies outline procedures, safety protocols, and best practices essential for effective training, ensuring that personnel are prepared for real-life emergencies.

Compliance with the Training Operations Manual ensures that the drills are conducted within the framework established by the department, which helps maintain consistency across training sessions and aligns with the overall mission of the fire service. This adherence is crucial not only for operational readiness but also for the safety and effectiveness of all personnel involved in firefighting and emergency response.

While local fire safety ordinances and national firefighting standards are important, they often serve as foundational elements upon which department-specific policies are built. General training protocols may also provide broad principles, but it is the department's policies and the Training Operations Manual that provide the precise instructions and context necessary for effective execution and compliance in a departmental setting.