NERIS reporting software and tools

Texas uses the National Incident Reporting System, NFIRS Version 5.0, to administer and maintain the state’s TEXFIRS program.

Incident reports entered into NFIRS are used for statistical data.

Reporting methods

Fire departments can send incident reports using one of the following three methods:

• NERIS - Manual Entry:

  NERIS allows for free and easy real-time direct entry on a PC, mobile device or tablet.

  Learn how to log an incident here.

  Free training and instructional videos.

• Third-Party RMS Software Vendor

  • Contact and obtain Vendor’s Client ID
    • Begin API integration by entering Client ID in the Client ID field and,
    • Select Enroll Integration
  • A quick start guide for vendor enrollment.

Adding a new department

• Complete NERIS Onboarding form.
  • Select your department from dropdown list by typing department name and complete all required fields at
• If fire department is not found email  a “Add Fire Department” request to the NERIS Helpdesk:  helpdesk@ul.org