This 3-day (24-hour) refresher course is a refresher for the ARFF operator. This course will cover the recommended sections and objectives as required by the FAA FAR 139 A/C Circular 150/5210-17C  for the ARFF Fighter. At the completion of this course the student will have completed the recommended skills and tasks to be recertified as an ARFF Firefighter for 1 year on date of completion. This course only applies to those who have completed the initial 40- ARFF class or equivalent with approved or recognized certification from the AHJ in conjunction with FHET Training LLC.  The student must complete the live burn portion of the course as outlined in the FAA FAR 139 Cert AC 150/5210-17c 1.2.2.1; 1.2.2.2; & 1.2.3; 1.2.3.1. This course will cover the lecture and hands on practical during the duration of the course.

Hello and Welcome to the Devine Fire and EMS Academy!

We are excited for your transition into the fire service! Some basic information about the course:

• You MUST complete all chapter exams with a minimum of a 70 to receive a course completion. 
• There are several cumulative exams designed to see where your knowledge is and what you need to work on. 
• Take the time to read your chapters prior to coming to class and be ready to ask questions in the classroom. We are going over the basic information during class but some questions on your exams come from the reading! Do your due diligence as a student to show up to class prepared.
• Skills days are IMPORTANT. You must complete your skills to pass this class. 
• If you are having trouble with something in class, tell us. We don't know there is a problem unless you tell us there is an issue. 

We cannot wait to begin this journey with you!

-Devine Fire and EMS Academy 

Classes will be held on Tuesdays and Thursdays with an occasional Saturday. Class time will be 6pm til 10pm. 

Requirements: Nims 100, 200, 700, 800. If you have already done this course, bring copy of certs to class. Ry

You will need a full set of structure PPE and a SCBA

Instructors include, Sandie Blay, Shane Daniel, Michael Harkey, Ryan Sawyer, Travis Mullins and John Mullins.

Reach out to any of us if you have any questions.

This is a trial run for the IFSTA Hazardous Material Virtual Class Delivery

This online firefighter education program provides students with the knowledge needed to become professional firefighters. The course features interactive learning material that helps students understand content better and it can be completed at the students pace. Students are permitted to take up to one year to complete the online learning program, however the program can usually be completed within three to six months. Experienced Fire Service Instructors are available through the Moodle learning platform to assist students regularly. There are four National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) levels covered in this content, they are: 

• NFPA 1001 Level I - Basic Professional Firefighter Qualification
• NFPA 1002 Level II  - Advanced Professional Firefighter Qualification
• NFPA 1072 Awareness - Awareness Level Hazardous Materials Response
• NFPA 1072 Operations - Operations Level Hazardous Materials Response

The online program consists of the following 27 chapters in an interactive learning format:

In order to receive the opportunity to be tested by the Pro Board® students must complete the practical learning component on site in addition to the successful completion of the online learning program. The on-site training required for accreditation is not included in this course and students must register for it separately. 

For further information regarding the Pro Board®, visit www.theproboard.org

Welcome to the Central Oregon Aerial Class. This is the first time that we have had every department participate!

My name is Jason Ellison and I will be your lead instructor. I have been in the fire service for over 25 years. Most of my paid time was on a ladder truck in Clackamas County. Throughout my time I have picked up tips and tricks to make successful aerial operators. I hope you enjoy the class and are able to come away from the class as a competent aerial operator. 

Class will be mostly hands on. You will need to fully complete the ResourceOne online assignments before June 24th.   

Fire Fighter 1 provides entry-level firefighter candidates with the basic information necessary to meet the job performance requirements of NFPA 1001 Standard. Upon successful course completion qualifies student(s) to take Fire Fighter I certification exam and Live Burn class. 

Day 1- 1/8/25: Registration
Day 2- 1/18/25: Skills 1,2,3,4,5,7,12 (chapters 1,2,5 due)
Day 3- 2/1/25: Skills 9,10,LF6,8 (chapters 1,6,7,14,22 due)
Day 4: 2/15/25: Skills 24,25,28 (chapters 8,15 due)
Day 5: 3/1/25: MID-TERM EXAM, Skills 23,6,18 (chapters 5,10 due)
Day 6: 3/15/25: Skills 26,11,LF7 (chapters 11,14 due)
Day 7: 3/29/25: Skills: 16,17,19,20,21,22 (chapter 12,13 due)
Day 8: 4/12/25: FINAL EXAM, Skills 13,14,15,27 (chapters 9,27 due)
Day 9: 4/13/25: Make-Up Day (chapters 3,4, due)
Day 10: 3/3/25: IFSAC Testing at Stillwater
Day 11: 5/4/25: Live Burn Day at Stillwater

Class starts at 8am unless otherwise noted. 

Please refer to course syllabus for more details.

Red Team: Mefford, Bowen, Bazille, Lake
Green Team: Morris, Jones, Siddiki, Rossmann, Kimbrough
Blue Team: Wren, Davis, Wilson, Redwine, Munoz
Orange Team: Alvarado, Eddy, Miles, Doyle, Riley

he Hazardous Materials Awareness & Operations/WMD course is an advanced, collegiate-level training program designed for CCFD Rural Volunteer responders. This comprehensive curriculum provides a progressive learning path, starting with Hazardous Materials Awareness and advancing into Hazardous Materials Operations and Weapons of Mass Destruction (WMD) response.

Participants will develop a deep understanding of hazardous materials identification, risk assessment, and defensive response techniques, ensuring they are well-prepared to handle hazmat incidents safely and effectively. The curriculum blends theoretical knowledge with practical applications, equipping responders with the skills needed to manage hazardous substance releases, mitigate threats, and protect both themselves and the public.

Key Course Objectives:

🔹 Hazardous Materials Awareness:

• Understanding hazard classes, properties, and potential risks
• Identifying hazmat incidents and initiating appropriate response actions
• Utilizing reference materials such as the Emergency Response Guidebook (ERG)

🔹 Hazardous Materials Operations/WMD:

• Implementing defensive control measures (containment, confinement, vapor suppression)
• Selecting and utilizing Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and respiratory protection
• Conducting decontamination procedures to prevent secondary exposure
• Coordinating with hazmat teams, emergency responders, and command staff
• Recognizing and responding to Weapons of Mass Destruction (WMD) threats

The course incorporates critical thinking exercises, case studies, and interactive simulations to reinforce real-world response scenarios.

Upon successful completion of the knowledge and skills assessments, participants will be eligible to challenge both the State HazMat Awareness and Operations/WMD certification exams, marking a significant achievement in their emergency response training.

The Hazardous Materials Awareness & Operations/WMD course is more than just an educational program—it is a crucial training experience that empowers CCFD Rural Volunteer responders with the expertise and confidence to effectively mitigate hazardous material threats and enhance community safety.

Columbia County Fire Rescue Training Division

Class 24-02 Recruit Basic Training 

This is a "hybrid" type course with most of the course work beginning on March 8, 2024 and ending on April 26/30, 2024. Participants will complete the work on their own and at their own pace, under the following guidelines:

1. The chapter quizzes and tests for chapters 1 through 5 must be completed by 08:00 on April 1.

2. The chapter quizzes and tests for chapters 6 through 10 must be completed by 08:00 on April 26.

3. Participants must score a 70 percent or higher on each quiz and test to move on to the next chapter quiz or test. Participants have 2 chances to successfully complete each quiz or test.

4. Chapter quizzes are not timed, so participants are encouraged to use their textbook if they are unsure of an answer while completing the quizzes.

5. Chapter tests are timed, with the time allowed for each test proportional to the number of questions in the test. For chapter tests, the total time allowed accounts for an average of 90 seconds per question. 

6. There will be activities assigned during the course, which the participants will submit to the instructor on or before the last day of the course. Plenty of notice will be given to participants

7. Half of the class will meet at 09:00 on Friday, April 26 to complete the last activities. The other half will meet on Tuesday, April 30 to complete the last activities.

8. On the two days listed in item number 7, participants will each present on a topic to the other participants there in that session. Details of that activity will be distributed by March 29th.   

This course is going to be run like an adult learning course in which each participant is responsible for setting aside time to work through the course materials. As listed above, the first five chapters must be completed by April 1. That is so that you don’t procrastinate too long. My suggestion for you is to set a goal of completing two chapters per week, so that you have all ten completed by the weekend of April 12th. That would give you two weeks of cushion time.

Once the course activities have been completed and everyone has successfully completed required course testing, a date will be set up for MO Division of Fire Safety certification testing. That will likely take place at the Cottleville FPD in our training room. The state’s certification test for Instructor 1 certification consists of 100 multiple choice questions from their testing bank. 

Note: Anything and everything listed in chapters 1 through 10 in the IFSTA Fire and Emergency Services Instructor 9th Edition textbook is fair game for their test. So, taking the time to read the chapters, reviewing the lesson outlines, and reviewing the powerpoint presentations on the IFSTA ResourceOne site is all highly suggested.     

In addition to the DFS certification test, once the course has been successfully completed, participants will receive a "task book" from the Division of Fire Safety that they will have to complete within 365 days. We will review that packet on the first day of class, and again on the last day of class as needed.

Throughout this class or course, participants are welcome and encouraged to reach out to the instructor for guidance or clarification on course work. I want all of you to be successful, so please reach out to me if you need assistance.     

This is a 40-hour Basic ARFF Course that will instruct the students on basic Aircraft Rescue Fire Fighting skills as required by the FAA.  By completing this course, the student will meet the basic requirements of FAR 139. 319 (i) / AC No: 150/5210-17C as required by the FAA & NFPA 1003 - Qualifications of an Aircraft Rescue Firefighter. This course will have both lecture and some hands-on instruction. Each day of class and will have 2 instructors for the course. This Course will be held 8 hours each day for 5 days. Students and / or sponsoring agency are responsible for textbooks and electronic software used for the course. Class will be using newest Aircraft Rescue Firefighting editions and curriculum, currently the IFSTA Aircraft Rescue and Firefighting 6^th Edition Book but may change due to newer editions and curriculum. The requesting agency will be notified of any changes of book and curriculum changes by the lead instructor.

Goals: The goal of this course is that upon completion the student will have sufficient basic knowledge to apply skills and successfully perform basic Aircraft Rescue firefighting. Meeting these goals will accumulate into achieving the basic qualifications to meet the basic requirements for an aircraft rescue firefighter as set for by NFPA 1003 and FAR 139. 319 (i) / AC No: 150/5210-17C. The goal is to provide sufficient training and instruction such that firefighters can function well as part of a team.

Objectives: Initial training provided by each chapter will enable personnel to identify and interpret advanced theories, facts, concepts, principles, requirements, procedures, equipment, and components of ARFF. Trainees must also be able to apply these principles to the aircraft serving the airport and demonstrate all required tasks safely and accurately and in accordance with established procedures.

Completion of this course will provide the students with the fundamental knowledge and skills necessary to effectively manage and mitigate an aircraft emergency. Knowledge will be tested daily with quizzes on the chapters covered followed by a final exam on the final day of class. Students must pass the final exam by 70% to receive certificate.

IN Firefighter Driver Operator General and Pumper

May 2024 at Rensselaer FD

Course Description 

Indiana Driver Operator General and Pumper: This class is designed prepare the firefighter for certification testing through classroom learning and hands on training. The student will be expected to read the assigned material before class. We will be handing out quizzes to be completed before class or using IFSTA Moodle. Although there will be classroom presentation, it will focus on information that can’t be covered out in the field. If you don’t understand something you read, the class will begin with a questions and answers session to try and answer those questions. Then there will be an opportunity to go over the quiz that was assigned. We will then discuss certain topics from the book as to how they may apply. The bulk of the time will concentrate on the skills, understanding what is expected, how to obtain the information, applying knowledge learned from the book and evaluating your work. You must attend all classes to be eligible to take the test. If you must miss a day, it is up to you to make up the material. It will be your responsibility to schedule time between you and an instructor to catch up.

Course Logistics

This class is based on the recently updated curriculum for Indiana Driver Operator certification. The book we will use is IFSTA Pumping and Aerial Apparatus Driver/Operator Handbook 3^rd ed. You should be able to access an E book from your IFSTA account, so there will not be any hard copies available. Individuals or Fire Departments now may apply for free IFSTA eLibrary subscriptions via https://on.in.gov/ifsta-library-request. Each user must have an IFSTA ResourceOne account to access these publications. ResourceOne accounts can be created via https://moodle.ifsta.org/. Questions regarding the IFSTA eLibrary should be directed to Shelly Elliott.

We will be doing all the driving and such in and around Rensselaer. If several members attend from one department, you will be expected to provide a fire engine from your department. This will allow you to familiarize yourself with your own equipment and give us more than one piece of apparatus to use. Everyone will need to show a valid driver’s license prior to being allowed to participate in the hands-on portion.

Prerequisites

Driver’s licensee and Driver Operator General (for Driver Operator Pumper)

Dates All Times CST

May 1, 8, 15 - 6:00 pm to 10:00 pm

May 4, 5, 11, 12, 18, 19 - 9:00 am to 6:00 pm

Written test TBD

Instructors                                                                 Evaluator

Fabian Martinez (219) 689-7118                                Rob Grady (219) 644-9331

Will Sonntag   (219) 712-0803           

Matt Kodicek (219) 808-4230

George Humphrey (219) 608-4665

Driver Operator General

Driver Operator Pumper

May 1, 8, 15 - 6:00 pm to 10:00 pm are lecture days

May 4, 5, 11, 12, 18, 19 - 9:00 am to 6:00 pm are skills days

May 4

Skills 2-1 to 2-9 and hopefully start some of the skill 3’s

May 5 

Skills 3-1 to 3-5 

15-1 to 15-5

May 11

Eval and start DOP skills

May 12

Skills 4-1 to 4-5 and 7-1

May 18

Skills 10-1 to 10-7

May 19 eval

IN FF DOG SKILLS

IN DOP SKILLS

Indiana Fire District 8

 Instructor II  

Fall 2024

About this event

This is a hybrid NFPA Fire Officer 1 course presented by DPSST. Once students have sent Ryan Frizzell at Ryan.frizzell@dpsst.oregon.gov their email he will enroll you into this course through Resource One. Students will complete all modules with quizzes and tests. Prior to the in-person portion of the course, students must have 80% or higher on all tests and quizzes and complete all course work. The 2 days in person class will be full of activities and review of course materials. This course offers the building blocks of leadership and personnel management in the fire service. This class is best for people that are currently in a leadership role or will soon be in a leadership role.

• Dress for the class is business casual or Class B uniform. Fire T-shirts allowed.
• Students will have a task book initiated but will not be completely signed off.
• Class will be held from 9am to 5pm with a 1-hour lunch both days.
• Students must be affiliated with an Oregon fire department.
• Students must be, or close to completing, NFPA Firefighter 2 and NFPA Instructor 1.

·       For questions or more information please contact:

·       Ryan Frizzell

·       Fire Training Coordinator

·     (971) 433-7904

·       Ryan.frizzell@dpsst.oregon.gov

This course is designed to allow approved instructors access to review the materials contained within an Essentials of Fire Fighting 7th Edition course. 

You will have access to the course for 90 days. If you need access after 90 days, please reach out to support@ifsta.org or your IFSTA training specialist for an extension.

To view ResourceOne course capabilities and features please see the ResourceOne Demo Course.

For a basic free course (will not include Exam Prep, Workbook, or Interactive Modules) submit a ResourceOne Course Request:

Driver Engineer Class

Fern Creek Fire & EMT Recruit Class 25-01

General information                           

Description

This course is designed to prepare Fire/EMT students with basic Firefighter I & II skills to perform at a competent level under the general direction of instructors and fire company commanders. This course will also have certifications for IFSAC Firefighter I & II, and Hazardous Materials Technicians. The curriculum will follow the “AAOS Emergency Care & Transportation if the Sick & Injured, 12^th edition, “Essentials of Firefighting 8”, “Kentucky Fire Commission IFSAC Skills Firefighter I & II and Hazardous Materials Awareness and Operations”

Expectations and goals

Understand the roles and responsibilities of an Emergency Medical Technician and a Firefighter.

Become proficient as an Emergency Medical Technician and a Firefighter.

Obtain National Registry and State Emergency Medical Certifications.

Obtain certifications in IFSAC Firefighter I & II and Hazardous Materials Awareness and Operations.

Obtain certifications as Hazardous Materials Technician.

Special Operations Awareness.

Course materials

Required materials

Fern Creek Fire and EMS will provide and use the following curriculum “AAOS Emergency Care & Transportation if the Sick & Injured, 12^th edition, “Essentials of Firefighting 8”, “Kentucky Fire Commission IFSAC Skills Firefighter I & II and Hazardous Materials Awareness and Operations”

Optional materials

May be provided by specialty instructors.

Assessment

Emergency Medical Technician written exams and practical skills.

Firefighter chapter testing, knowledge, skills, and abilities, IFSAC skills

Practical skills assessments.

IFSAC testing conducted by the Kentucky Fire Commission Staff.

Introduction to the Fire Service & Firefighter Safety: After completing this lesson, the student shall be able to identify the mission of the fire service, describe how fire departments are organized, and understand various regulations that apply to firefighters; describe fire department SOPs, rules, and regulations that affect a Fire fighter ; explain ways that fire departments may interact with other organizations and agencies; explain the roles and duties of a Firefighters; describe fire and life safety initiatives aimed at reducing firefighter illnesses, injuries, and fatalities; describe the aspects of NFPA 1500 related to firefighter safety and health; summarize general guidelines for operating safely at structural fire scenes; summarize safe practices for riding in fire service vehicles and apparatus.

Communications: After completing this lesson, the student shall be able to describe the different types of communication that occur in the fire department; explain the procedures for receiving non-emergency calls; describe the types of communications systems and equipment used to receive and process emergency calls; explain the procedures for receiving and dispatching emergency calls; describe radio equipment and procedures used for internal fire department communications; handle emergency and non-emergency phone calls; use a portable radio for routine and emergency traffic.

Building Construction: After completing this lesson, the student shall be able to understand how building construction features and materials will contribute to fire spread as well as how heat affects structural components and materials; differentiate among types of building construction; describe the construction of floors, ceilings, and walls; explain how basements and stairs may impact firefighting operations; describe the construction and operation methods of different types of doors; describe the construction and operation methods of different types of windows.

Building Materials, Structural Collapse & Effects of Fire Suppression: After completing this lesson, the student shall be able to identify the effects of fire on building materials, describe structural collapse considerations, and explain the effects of fire suppression activities on building materials; explain considerations to be taken when establishing collapse zones; describe actions that should be taken when structural collapse is imminent; describe building conditions and fire suppression activities that can impact fire spread and structural stability.

Fire Dynamics: After completing this lesson, the student shall be able to explain the basic principles of fire science, describe the stages of fire development, and the reaction of building construction to fire; describe how thermal energy impacts fire behavior; explain the function of fuel within the combustion process; explain the function of oxygen within the combustion process; explain the self-sustained chemical reaction involved in flaming combustion.

Firefighter Personal Protective Equipment: After completing this lesson, the student shall be able to distinguish between types of personal protective clothing and equipment and explain how to safely use various types of protective clothing and equipment; describe the inspection, cleaning, and maintenance of PPE; describe conditions that require the use of respiratory protection equipment; identify SCBA components; describe the procedures for donning and doffing SCBA; describe methods of refilling, replacing, and storing SCBA cylinders; describe safety considerations for working in and exiting a hazardous atmosphere while wearing SCBA. Practical: Introduction to gear: coats, pants, helmet, gloves, hood, self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA). Work with gear on; crawling, climbing, breathing on SCBA with mask, in non-air-conditioned areas. Gear weight is approximately 40-50 lbs.

Extinguishers: After completing this lesson, the student shall be able to recognize different classifications and types of portable fire extinguishers and select the appropriate fire extinguisher for the situation at hand.

Ropes & Knots: After completing this lesson, the student shall be able to describe various uses for life safety and utility rope and differentiate between types of knots. The student shall also be able to describe the procedures for cleaning, inspecting, and maintaining rope; identify types of knots; describe the procedure for hoisting various tools and equipment; explain how ropes and knots are used during rescues and in other emergencies.

Ground Ladders: After completing this lesson, the student shall be able to identify types of ladders and the parts of a ladder. They shall also describe safe practices for using, carrying, and placing a ground ladder. Students shall be able to describe methods for raising and lowering a ladder, working from a ladder, and assisting victims down a ladder; describe the process of cleaning, inspecting, and maintaining a ladder. Practical: Lifting, carrying, raising, and climbing ladders as a team. Outdoor activity. Ladders of different weights and sizes. 100’ climb of aerial apparatus.

Forcible Entry: After completing this lesson, the student shall be able to recognize different types of forcible entry tools and describe methods for forcing entry through doors, windows, and walls; explain considerations for forcible entry tool safety; explain how to carry forcible entry tools; describe how to clean and maintain forcible entry tools. Practical: Tools used for forcing a door. Prying and swinging forcible entry type tools.

Ventilation: After completing this lesson, the student shall be able to describe the purpose of ventilation and explain the process for ventilating flat or pitched roofs; describe safety considerations related to tactical ventilation; describe ventilation tools and equipment; describe considerations related to the ventilation of basements and other special compartments. Practical: Use a chainsaw to cut plywood on a roof simulator. Carrying or lifting a chainsaw to the roof of a three-story building. Climbing ladders.

Fire Hose: After completing this lesson, the student shall be able to describe the characteristics of hoses, and understand how to inspect, care for, and maintain fire hose. They should also be able to differentiate between different types of hose rolls and loads. Practical: Lifting, draining, rolling, and carrying of fire hose.

Hose Operations & Hose Streams: After completing this lesson, the student shall be able to describe water supply, methods used to deploy hose, and methods used to advance hose. Students shall also be able to explain how to operate types of hose lines, nozzles, and master stream devices. Practical: Flow water with hose lines as a team and individually.

Maintenance & Testing Responsibilities (with Forcible Entry & Fire Hose): After completing this lesson, the student shall be able to describe procedures for maintaining equipment and service testing fire hose. Practical: Lifting, moving, and carrying light generator and light stand. Rolling and carrying hose.

Structural Search & Rescue: After completing this lesson, the student shall be able to explain practices for firefighter survival during interior operations and describe search and rescue operations. Students shall also be able to describe MAYDAY protocols, evacuation, and rapid intervention operations; describe air-monitoring operations; describe rapid intervention crew equipment and duties. Practical: Crawling with 45 lbs. of gear on. Outdoor and inside (air-conditioned area) activity. Dragging of up to 200 lbs. with teammate and as an individual. Carrying and lifting manikins in gear. Gear on for all activities.

Fire Suppression: After completing this lesson, the student shall be able to explain fire suppression methods for structure fires, vehicle fires, exterior fires, and ground cover fires; Explain the science behind fire suppression; Explain the role of firefighters in supporting fire protection systems during fire suppression; Explain the duties of firefighters related to building utilities. Practical: Full gear with SCBA. Advance hose lines flowing water. Extinguish vehicle fires.

Overhaul, Property Conservation & Scene Preservation: After completing this lesson, the student shall be able to describe firefighters’ roles during overhaul, salvage, and scene preservation; Describe the duties that firefighters must perform to protect and preserve a fire scene. Practical: Lifting and folding tarps, removal of drywall with tool overhead in gear.

Technical Rescue Support & Vehicle Extrication Operations: After completing this lesson, the student shall be able to describe different types of rescue situations, the hazards involved in those situations, and the firefighter’s responsibility in vehicle extrication and rescue incidents; identify tools used at technical rescues; identify vehicle construction methods and components; describe vehicle stabilization operations; describe techniques used to access victims at a vehicle extrication incident. Practical: Outdoor activity. Full gear. Lifting a tool up to 60 lbs. Working with tools to open and remove parts of cars.

Foam Fire Fighting, Liquid Fires & Gas Fires: After completing this lesson, the student shall be able to describe firefighting foam production and operations. They will also be able to describe operations involving liquid and gas fuel fires.

Incident Scene Operations: After completing this lesson, the student shall be able to describe the process for initiating incident operations and transferring Command. Students will also be able to explain how unit operations are coordinated and how post-incident reports are used.

Fire Origin & Cause Determination: After completing this lesson, the student shall be able to describe the roles and responsibilities of firefighters and fire investigators regarding fire origin and cause determination, and evidence preservation.

Fire Prevention/Community Risk Reduction: After completing this lesson, the student shall be able to explain the importance of fire and life safety programs, fire and life safety surveys, fire and life safety presentations, and pre-incident planning.

Electrical Emergencies: Class on electrical hazards associated with dealing with high voltage wires and how to deal with emergencies associated with the first responder.

Wildland & Ground Fires: After students complete this chapter and the related course work, they will know the various methods of combating wildland fires, as well as the tools and personal protective equipment (PPE) needed to safely operate at the scene of such incidents. They will learn how to suppress a ground fire and deploy a fire shelter.

Fire Suppression & Auto Fires (Fire Control): After students complete this chapter and the related course work, they will be able to distinguish between offensive and defensive strategies, and they will understand the special considerations for fires in large buildings, basements, concealed spaces, above ground level, lumberyards, energized equipment, and flammable gases and liquids. Students will also have the skills to operate hose lines; use fire streams; conduct indirect, direct, and combination fire attacks, operate master stream devices; and extinguish vehicle fires.

NFPA states that vehicle fires are one of the most common fires in the United States. With the advent of airbags, side impact protection, hybrids, and other alternative fueled vehicles, these “common” fires have become anything but routine. Fire recruits learn both basic and advanced skills to mitigate these common, yet highly hazardous and potentially deadly events.  Skills such as forcible entry, hose and nozzle streams, and fire control are reinforced while students learn to safely extinguish a passenger vehicle fire emergency using live fire training.

E.M.S.: emergency medical care performance capabilities to include infection control, CPR, bleeding control, and shock management.

Report Writing: Focuses on proper reports for state and local levels. Also helps students learn how to be more effective in relaying information using the pen and their thoughts.

Emergency Control of Natural Gas/Natural Gas burn: Studies the hazards of natural gas, explosive ranges, and properties of same. Also explores the dos and don’ts of dealing with natural gas.  Focuses on firefighting duties of first-in engine company to a scene.  Consists of classrooms and of natural gas live fire training.

Flammable Liquids & Foam: This class deals with the chemistry of foam for fire suppression. Topics include concentrated foams, mixing, eductors, limitations, understanding fog nozzles, aspirating nozzles, and foam tubes. Includes hands-on live fire training field exercise.

Liquified Propane Gas: Focuses on useful handling of hazardous materials incidents involving flammable gases. Students will learn about tank construction, the properties of liquid propane gas, proper tactics for dealing with liquid propane gas, and will receive live fire training with liquid propane gas on site. Consists of live fire training.

Hazardous Materials Awareness & Operations: Recognition and identification of hazardous materials, labeling, placarding, scene control, and use of D.O.T. Response book.

High Rise: Covers construction, fireground management, tactical considerations, elevators, life safety, ventilation, and water supply.

Structure burns: Live fire training evolutions. Class incorporates all skills taught for firefighting: suppression, safety, rescue, ICS, hose handling, PPV, water supply, etc. All hands-on live fire training.  Full gear with SCBA. Extinguish fires in the burn building. Climbing ladders, moving hose lines, flowing water, crawling, and building searches.

Fire Detection, Protection & Suppression Systems: After students complete this chapter and the related course work, they will be able to describe the components and functions of a fire alarm and the basic types of fire alarm initiation devices. Students will also be able to identify various sprinkler heads and indicating valves. They will also be able to describe and identify automatic sprinkler systems, standpipe systems, and specialized extinguishing systems.

Fire Ground Survival: The purpose of the Fire Ground Survival program is to ensure that training for Mayday prevention operations is consistent between all firefighters, company officers, and chief officers. Firefighters must be trained to perform potentially life-saving actions if they become lost, disoriented, injured, low on air, or trapped. These training exercises must be consistent throughout the fire service. Practical: Crawling, climbing, and searching through the building.

Incident Command System: This class combines command strategy with organizational procedures and is designed to be used for structural firefighting incidents and other related emergency incidents. It is also used for other types of emergency incidents.

NIMS: National Incident Management System class: ICS 100, 200 & 700. This is a self-study requirement.

Commonly used Acronyms in EMS/Fire Operations:

BLS- Basic Life Support

ALS- Advanced Life Support

CPR- Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation

AED- Automatic External Defibrillator

BVM- Bag Valve Mask

MCI- Mass Casualty Incident

IFSTA- International Fire Service Training Association

IFSAC- International Fire Service Accreditation Congress

SFRT- State Fire Rescue Training

ICS- Incident Command System

PAR- Personal Accountability Report

PPV- Positive Pressure Ventilation

LDH- Large Diameter Hose

TIC- Thermal Imaging Camera

IDLH- Immediately Dangerous to Life or Health

PPM- Parts Per Million

NIMS- National Incident Management System

PPE- Personal Protective Equipment

SCBA- Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus

RIT- Rapid Intervention Team

MVA- Motor Vehicle Accident

Course schedule

EMT Classes will be held every Monday, Wednesday, and Fridays from February 3 thru April 7, 2025, 0800-1400

Exam Schedule EMT test highlighted in Blue, Firefighters Red

This 64-hour course, designed upon IFSTA’s Pumping Apparatus Driver/Operator 4th edition, prepares the student to meet the job performance requirements specified in NFPA 1002, Standard for Fire Apparatus Driver/Operator Professional Qualifications (2017) for the position of Driver Operator Pumper. 

The Holton Fire Department Firefighter I & II Course is an intensive, hands-on training program designed to prepare individuals for state certification and service as a professional or volunteer firefighter. This course follows the NFPA 1001 Standard for Firefighter Professional Qualifications and covers both Firefighter I and Firefighter II levels.

Participants will engage in a structured curriculum that includes classroom instruction, practical skill development, and live fire scenarios. Topics include fire behavior, building construction, personal protective equipment (PPE), search and rescue, ventilation, ladders, hose operations, fire suppression, hazardous materials awareness and operations, and incident command.

Course Features:

• Meets Kansas Fire & Rescue Training Institute (KFRTI) certification standards

• Led by certified instructors with real-world firefighting experience

• Blended learning model using IFSTA’s ResourceOne online platform

• Skills evaluations and written testing included

• Designed for both new recruits and active department members seeking certification

Eligibility:
Open to individuals sponsored by a fire department. Must be at least 18 years of age at time of certification testing and capable of meeting physical demands of the fire service.

Course Duration:
Approximately 180 hours of instruction, spanning several months with evening and weekend sessions to accommodate working professionals.

Location:
Holton Fire Department, Holton, Kansas

This course is ideal for individuals seeking to enter the fire service or expand their qualifications in preparation for leadership and advanced response roles.

Company Officer class for current Out-of-Rank personnel.

Company Officer

Welcome to the Company Officer online course.

The Instructor Level 1 course is a comprehensive course consisting of (36) thirty-six hours of instructional time and up to (8) eight hours of certification testing which meets the requirements of NFPA 1041 Standard for Fire Service Instructor Professional Qualifications.  At the completion of this class, you will be eligible for a written examination consisting of one hundred (100) questions and able to participate in skills testing.  As a student/candidate, reading chapters 1 thru 10 prior to class, completing in class assignments and homework assignments for class presentations, you will be setting yourself on a successful path to becoming a new Level 1 Fire Service Instructor. 

Instructor 1 hosted by Lake Jackson Fire Department. The class opens up on 24 March and closes on 22 Apirl. This course uses IFSTA's Fire and Emergency Services Instructor, 9th ed. You are strongly encouraged to use the reading assignments in this manual to supplement your learning. You will have to have a passing score of 70% or higher on your final and completion of the hands on skill, and completion of the discussion board to receive passing credit for the overall course.