NFIRS 5.0 Element: ‘First Name’
Définition : The first name that identifies the casualty.
Purpose : The name of the casualty may be required for legal purposes. It may also be useful for notification to employers, for insurance purposes, and for filing disability claims.

Entry : Enter the full name of the person. Names should be clearly printed or typed.
Element Specification
Specification | Value |
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Requirement | Optional |
Maximum Length | 15 |
Element Type | Text – Alphanumeric or special characters. If the user has not provided information, an empty field should be transmitted. – Maximum length 15 characters |
Transactions containing ‘First Name’
The value of this element is captured by the following transaction :
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Last Updated on May 1, 2023