Goldsboro Fire Department Receives ISO Rating of 2

State Fire Marshal Brian Taylor announced today that the Goldsboro Fire Department has received an ISO rating of 2 after the completion of a routine inspection. The inspection, conducted by officials with the Office of State Fire Marshal (OSFM), is required on a regular basis as part of the North Carolina Response Rating System (NCRRS). Among other things, the routine inspections look for proper staffing levels, sufficient equipment, proper maintenance of equipment, communications capabilities and availability of a water source.

The NCRRS rating system ranges from one (highest) to 10 (not recognized as a certified fire department by the state), with most rural departments falling into the 9S category. While lower ratings do not necessarily indicate poor service, a higher rating does suggest that a department is overall better equipped to respond to fires in its district. Higher ratings can also significantly lower homeowners’ insurance rates in that fire district.

State Fire Marshal Brian Taylor congratulates Goldsboro Fire Chief Ron Stempien for the commendable performance of the Goldsboro Fire Department and the dedicated efforts of its team. “The residents of Goldsboro fire district(s) can take comfort in knowing this highly capable team of firefighters from the Goldsboro Fire Department is safeguarding them and their belongings in the event of an emergency,” Taylor said.

OSFM inspections are designed to assess various aspects of fire departments, including equipment, training, and emergency response capabilities, contributing to the overall effectiveness of fire services in North Carolina. State law mandates inspections by OSFM officials for departments serving districts with 100,000 people or fewer.