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Consider approving Resolution No. 2026-135 authorizing an agreement for 93 National Fire Protection Association 1582-compliant wellness and fitness exams for the Farmers Branch Fire Department with Life Scan, in the amount of $68,355; and take appropriate action.
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REQUESTOR:
Fire Department
BACKGROUND:
Maintaining the health, wellness, and physical fitness of Fire Department personnel is essential to ensuring their safety, operational readiness, and ability to effectively serve the community. Firefighters face unique physical and occupational demands that require ongoing medical monitoring and fitness evaluations to identify potential health risks, promote early intervention, and ensure personnel are physically capable of performing their duties.
In FY 2026-2027, the Fire Department budgeted $68,355 for 93 National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 1582-compliant wellness and fitness exams for the Farmers Branch Fire Department staff.
The NFPA 1582 physicals are thorough exams and fitness evaluations for Fire Department personnel to ensure they are physically healthy and able to perform their duties. The standard aims to reduce the risk of fire service-related illnesses and deaths, enhance the safety and effectiveness of firefighters, and address the medical concerns of current members.
The medical evaluation of a current member includes a review of their medical history, a physical examination, and necessary laboratory tests to identify physical or medical conditions that could impair their ability to safely perform the essential job tasks outlined in NFPA 1582.
These exams have been administered by Life Scan for several years. For continuity of care, the use of the same vendor is being proposed.
DISCUSSION:
Council will consider approving Resolution No. 2026-135, authorizing an agreement with Life Scan for fitness and well exams for the Farmers Branch Fire Department for an amount of $68,355. Staff will be available for any questions the Council may have.
FISCAL IMPACT:
The budgeted amount of $68,355 was approved in the FY 2026-2027 Budget.
DISTRICT:
Citywide
POSSIBLE COUNCIL ACTION:
1. I move to approve Resolution No. 2026-135 as presented.
2. I move to approve Resolution No. 2026-135, with modifications.
3. I move to table the issue for further study or take no action.
ATTACHMENT(S):
1. Resolution No. 2026-135
2. Life Scan 2027 Agreement
3. Life Scan Wellness Program