Delaware Administrative Code
Title 1 - Authorities, Boards and Commissions
700 - Delaware State Fire Prevention Commission
709 - Fire Service Standards
Chapter 4 - Minimum Requirements for the Establishment of Additional Stations for Existing Fire/EMS Companies/Departments in the State of Delaware
Section 709-4-5.0 - Equipment

5.1.1 There shall be a minimum of 15 sets of personal protection equipment. This equipment shall include, but not be limited to, the following items: helmet, bunker coat, bunker pants, boots, gloves, eye protection and PASS device. All equipment shall meet the appropriate NFPA standard.

5.1.2 Stations that will house a BLS unit shall also provide proper protection for the BLS crew to operate safely at emergency incidents. This equipment shall include, but not be limited to, head protection, reflective outer wear, gloves and eye protection. All equipment shall meet the appropriate NFPA standard.

5.2.1 The fire apparatus shall be that which meets the needs of the requesting company and is approved by the Commission.

5.2.2 All fire, rescue and aerial apparatus shall conform to the provisions outlined in the appropriate chapters of NFPA No. 1901. If pumping apparatus is provided, Chapter 3, subsection 10.3 shall be complied with.