Hello, We’re excited to share important updates on First Due’s transition to the NERIS data standard. We're committed to helping your agency make a seamless transition. Below is a breakdown of what to expect in the coming months, including key dates, access instructions, and training resources.
📝 Summary: Getting Ready for NERIS - April 15th-May 1st: NERIS Early access available for Beta test group
- May 1st: General test access will be available to all departments.
- June-December 2025: Train your team and explore NERIS in the test environment––when ready, have a Chief or Admin submit written approval to go live in production.
📅 Key Dates
March: Final Testing
We’re completing our final NERIS test submissions and preparing to announce First Due’s NERIS Certification badge. April 15th: Beta Test Group Launch
A select group of agencies will gain early access to First Due’s NERIS-compatible fire documentation form in Test.Firstdue. These agencies will begin internal testing in April and plan for a full transition by May/June. May 1st: Test Access Opens to All Agencies
All agencies will be able to request NERIS in their Test.Firstdue environment to explore the updated documentation schema. June 1st-December 31, 2025: Transition to NERIS in Production
When you're ready, First Due will handle your agency’s transition to NERIS, including unit and station registration.
📚 Training & Support ResourcesTo ensure your team is fully prepared, we’re releasing a full suite of support resources, including: - Knowledge Base Articles (KBAs):
Detailed guidance on NERIS fields, workflows, and conditional logic - Video Tutorials:
Step-by-step walkthroughs of real-world workflows and reporting processes - Live Webinars:
Beginning in May, our expert-led sessions will provide interactive training and Q&A opportunities
The first round of training materials will be available by mid-April.
Have More Questions? We’re here to support your transition every step of the way. If you have any questions or need help planning your agency’s timeline Contact Us. Thank you for being a part of the First Due community—we look forward to helping you take this important step forward with NERIS. | 
