Syllabus: Firefighter I

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1 Syllabus: Firefighter I Subject Code: Course Number: PS5310 CIP Code: SOC Code: C-TEC of Licking County 150 Price Road Newark, Ohio 43055

2 Program Director: Earl Miller Instructor Contact: C-TEC 150 Price Road Newark, Ohio Appointments as scheduled Office Telephone (740) C-TEC Telephone (740) Address: Class Meeting Times: SELECT ONE OF THE FOLLOWING SESSIONS Session One: January 6-April 21, 2014 Monday and Wednesday 6:00 p.m. 10:00 p.m. and Saturdays 9:00 a.m. 5:00 p.m. as scheduled. Session Two: May 12- July 30, 2014 Monday and Wednesday 6:00 p.m. 10:00 p.m. and Saturdays 9:00 a.m. 5:00 p.m. as scheduled. Session Three: August 27-December 17, 2014 Monday and Wednesday 6:00 p.m. 10:00 p.m. and Saturdays 9:00 a.m. 5:00 p.m. as scheduled. Class Location: Classroom 7003 Program Hours: 156 Hours Course Prerequisites: WorkKeys pretesting and a copy of High School Diploma or GED OR if you enrolled through COTC a copy of your student ID will be required. See additional information under Course Requirements. Course Requirements: Capable of strenuous physical activity No facial hair (mustache acceptable) Physical Form (submitted on the first day of class) NFPA approved fire equipment and gear. Gear can be rented at or phone (800) Valid Driver s License Completion of NIMS 100 and 700 (copy of certificate required) Must be at least 17 years old and a high school senior Must be in department uniform or navy blue shirt and pants with black shoes. Refer to the EMT and Firefighter Student Handbook.

3 All required forms and schedules are on the C-TEC website Click on either Firefighter training or Emergency Medical Technician. All forms should be printed prior to the first class. Required and Recommended Texts and Resources: Firefighter I & II John D Preuer Fire Engineering Handbook for Firefighter I & II. Book with Skill Drills Course Description: The Firefighter I Training Program is designed to meet the requirements of the Ohio Department of Public Safety - Division of EMS FFI Curriculum and NFPA This program covers all the areas of Fire Fighting that may be necessary at the scene of fires and accidents. It includes classroom instruction, and laboratory practical application. Students will train in department organization, safety, fire behavior, portable extinguishers, personal protective equipment, tools, ladders, fire hose, appliances and streams, overhaul, rescue and water supplies. Additionally students will learn about fire alarms and communications, forcible entry, ventilation, ropes, control, salvage, cause and origin, detection, alarm and suppression systems, prevention, public education, cause determination, building construction, emergency medical care and hazardous materials. Upon successful completion of this course students will take the Firefighter 1 Certification Test and be prepared for entry level positions in Firefighting. Course Objectives/Outcomes/Sequence: The course objectives include: Preparing students for post-program success, both in the work force and in their educational pursuits. Preparing students to process information using higher order thinking skills and to engage in sound decision-making. Providing a rich learning environment utilizing research-based methods of instruction, and current resources and materials. Maintaining high expectations for all students regardless of educational needs and providing support necessary for achievement.

4 Providing a challenging, worthwhile curriculum based on current industry/academic expectations. Specifically and upon successful completion of the program/course for Firefighter 1 the students will be able to demonstrate proficiency with the following content: Define and practice the role of the Fire Fighter I in the Fire Service. Fire Fighting organizational and safety standards. Strategy and tactics of Fire Fighting and the equipment used Fire behavior in exterior and interior fires and the effects it has on structures. Personal protection equipment that is used. Rescue operations. Loss control of fire scenes along with basic fire investigation. How fire alarms are received and dispatched. Emergency vehicle operations including water supplies and pumps. Hazardous materials operations Meet the standards and rules as established by the Ohio Division of Public Safety, Any applicable rules adopted by the EMS Board in any section of the Ohio Revised Code and/or Ohio Administrative Code which apply to Firefighting Grading: Evaluation of student performance is based upon pupil performance objectives relating to course competencies study. The number of competencies mastered and the degree of mastery is translated into appropriate grades consistent with the C-TEC Board of Education policy on grading guidelines, practices, and procedures. In the process of evaluation, instructors obtain several grades for each student within the time frame of the program/course. These grades may include, but are not limited to, performance on tests, quizzes, homework, assignments, special research projects, classroom participation, lab competency mastery and/or improvement and the demonstration of positive employability traits. Journal Summary: A journal summary should begin with an introductory paragraph that introduces the main topic of the article and summarizes its content. Following the introduction, several paragraphs should be written detailing insights, implications, and how the information might be applied in your career. In addition, the reflection should include your thoughts and opinions concerning the content of the article. Summaries should be approximately 1 1/2 to 2 pages in length.

5 Final grades will be assigned based upon the student's accumulated points. Letter grades will be assigned using the following scale: Grading Scale % - A 80-89% - B 70-79% - C 60-69% - D 59% or below F CLASSROOM AND LABORATORY EXPERIENCE EVALUATION RULES AND REQUIREMENTS: The required texts are the Fire Engineering Handbook for Firefighter I & II and Book with Skill Drills. Textbook reading assignments should be completed prior to each class. You are expected to come to all classes/laboratories prepared to participate with assigned materials reviewed prior to class. Texts and handouts must be brought to class. To successfully complete classroom/laboratory experiences, you must: 1. SATISFACTORILY MEET COURSE OBJECTIVES. Your practical Skills will be evaluated throughout the course based upon program objectives developed by The Ohio Dept. of Public Safety. If you fail to meet these objectives, you will not be permitted to sit for the State of Ohio certification Written Exam. 2. CLASS PARTICIPATION IS MANDATORY. Tardiness records are maintained and repeated tardiness is a cause for disciplinary action/termination. In this case no refund will be issued. 3. GRADE METHODOLOGY. Throughout the class the student will be given a quiz on the subject matter taught, written and practical/skills test etc., there will be a midterm and final exam given: a) Practical/Skills test will be graded on a pass/fail basis and the student must pass all practical/skills test to continue in the program. A final practical evaluation of the students skills will be facilitated. The student must pass the State of Ohio Practical Test to sit for the State of Ohio Cognitive Examination. Failure of more than three of these practical exams will be cause for the student to retest at a later date. The student must pass all practical tests prior to taking the State of Ohio Written Final Exam. b) Grades for all written test and quizzes will be based on 100 percentage points. The minimum passing average for written test and quizzes is 70% in class & 80% for take home. The class final will be 70% or higher. Point values will vary by the number of questions on each exam. c) Written Exams/Test/Quiz Schedule 1) Chapter Quizzes and Exams may be given after each chapter. Some quizzes may be administered in class. A 70% - 80% is the required passing score for each

6 Quiz/Exam depending on where it is taken. The student may take each quiz/exam up to 3 attempts. A retake must be completed within 1 week of notification of failure of the previous exam. The final attempt must be no later than after 2 weeks of the first scheduled exam. Failure of any Quiz or Exam within those 3 attempts will result in an unsuccessful course completion. 2) The class final exam requires a 70% passing score to allow the student to sit for the State of Ohio Certification for Firefighter I. A student may take the final exam up to 3 attempts. Failure of the first attempt may delay the students ability to sit for the State of Ohio Exam. REQUIREMENTS FOR STATE OF OHIO CERTIFICATION TESTING After satisfactorily completing the classroom/laboratory experience, you will be issued a C-TEC FFI Program Certificate of Completion. The student will also qualify to take the State of Ohio Practical and written examination which is the State of Ohio certifying exam to practice as a Firefighter in the State of Ohio. STATE OF OHIO PSYCOMOTOR SKILLS ASSESSMENT The practical exams are graded on a pass or fail system. You will need to pass the Practical exam before you can take the Written Exam. STATE OF OHIO COGNITIVE EXAMINATION You must have your C-TEC class fees completely paid before you will be allowed to take the State of Ohio Written Exam. You must score a 70% to pass your State of Ohio Written Exam. You may retest two times within a year of class completion. To retest you must do the following: a) Students can register for exams through C-TEC b) Bring picture ID to test Credentialing: Firefighter 1 Course Policies: Disruptive Behavior Disruptive behavior of any type is NOT permitted and may result in dismissal from the program. Sleeping during class, tardiness to class, excessive talking during class and disrespectful behavior are examples of disruptive behavior. Plagiarism Submitting plagiarized work for an academic requirement is considered academic misconduct. Plagiarism is the representation of another s work or ideas as one s own; it includes the unacknowledged word-for-word use and/or paraphrasing of another person s work, and/or inappropriate unacknowledged use of another person s ideas. Diversity - It is the responsibility of the instructor and the students to foster and maintain a harmonious, non-threatening and non-discriminating environment in the classroom. Therefore, all individuals are to be respected as equal and contributing partners of our society.

7 Attendance: Must maintain at least 100% rate of attendance. You are required to attend all classes. Any absences must be made up in both time and content and documented on the appropriate form. Make-Up Hours In the event that a student would miss any mandatory class as established by the Program Coordinator, the student would be afforded the opportunity to make-up missed hours at his or her personal expense. As established by the Ohio Division of EMS, All make-up hours must be completed by the last day of class and prior to the National Registry examinations. The requirements for make-up hours state that hour-for-hour make-up may be conducted one-on-one by the same instructor who taught the topic in the student s original school. Make-up hours for a topic taught by an instructor other than the original instructor cannot be made hour-for-hour. The entire topic must be made up. In order to make-up hours for the EMT or FF 1 & 2 course, the Program Coordinator or his designee, such as the High School Instructor, will work with the student and the original instructor to set a date, time, and location to complete the instruction outside of normal school hours and will complete the required make-up documentation. Transportation to and from the site for the student is the personal responsibility of the student. The student must compensate the instructor at a rate of $25.00 per make-up hour and it is payable only in cash prior to the start of the make-up session. Failure to do so will result in not meeting the required attendance as set forth in the Ohio Administrative Code and the student will not be able to take the National Registry or State Firefighter test. *NOTE* Some Laboratory classes (i.e. FF 1 & 2 Live Fire evolutions, Ladder Maze, Rescue class and others) cannot be made up. It will be at the discretion of the Firefighting Program coordinator as to whether a Laboratory class can logistically be made up even at the student s expense. DISCIPLINARY ACTION/DISMISSAL Disciplinary action or dismissal from any phase of the Fire Fighting program may be initiated for the following types of behavior: - Not meeting program objectives/requirements related to academic standing, clinical performance, health, attitude or conduct. - Consumption of being under the influence of alcohol beverages or illegal drugs during class or clinical experience. - Absenteeism - Sleeping in class or at training sites. - Cheating - Lack of interest

8 - Failure to follow instructions - Falsification of records and/or documents - Improper conduct toward faculty, classmates, patients or employees of program facilities. - Poor personal appearance - Repeated tardiness - Theft or destruction of property - Leaving without permission (this includes classroom and training sites) - Not following rules/regulations in the classroom and lab phase of training. RIGHT OF APPEAL As a student, you have the right of appeal. You must present an appeal in writing to the Public Safety Service Coordinator within five days of notification of disciplinary action. The Public Safety Service Coordinator shall within ten days of receipt of notification of appeal, schedule a meeting with the student, Director of Adult Education, Public Safety Service Coordinator and instructor. For more information, contact: C-TEC Adult Education, Earl Miller emiller@c-tec.edu COMPLETION OF COURSE You should receive your State test results immediately after testing. Requirements to Become a Fire Fighter Successful completion of an approved FFI course. Turning in all assigned and completed documents including but not limited to IS 100 & IS 700, other homework, etc. Passing the Mid-Term & Final Test with a 70% or better. Maintain and average class grade of 80% minimum. Passing the State of Ohio Practical Exam prior to taking the written exam Passing the written State of Ohio Exam with a 70% score overall Sequence: Orientation and Fire Service History State the mission of the fire service. Describe the organization of the fire department. Discuss the role of the Firefighter 1 within the organization. Explain a fire department s standard operating procedures, rules and regulations as they apply to firefighters. Discuss the role of their agencies as they relate to the department. Locate and clarify information in departmental documents, standard and code materials.

9 Firefighter Safety and Health Discuss the critical aspects of fire department s member assistance program, the critical aspect of NFPA1500, Fire Department Occupational Safety and Health Program. Discuss the mounting and dismounting procedures for riding fire and EMS apparatus. Describe the hazards and ways to avoid hazards which cause accidents associated with riding fire and EMS apparatus. List the practices that are prohibited while riding fire and EMS apparatus. List the common types of personal protective equipment used while riding on fire and EMS apparatus. Demonstrate the proper use for each piece of safety equipment provided, including wearing seat belts. Explain the potential hazards involved in operating at emergency scenes including traffic control, utilities and environmental conditions. Describe the proper procedures for dismounting fire and EMS apparatus in traffic and at other emergency and non-emergency scenes. Explain the procedures and use of different types of protective equipment available to ensure the user s safety, while operating at emergency scenes and work zone designations. Demonstrate how to safely dismount apparatus, don appropriate safety equipment for the given situation and deploy traffic and scene control devices to protect the work. Define emergency radio traffic communication procedures and emergency evacuation signals / methods. Describe personnel accountability systems, emergency escape, and what constitutes a safe haven. Describe common types of accidents or injuries and their causes that may occur on the fire ground. Fire Behavior Describe various dangerous building conditions created as the result of a fire. List and describe the potential long-term consequences of exposure to products of combustion for a firefighter. List and describe the physical states of matter in which fuels are found. List and explain the products of combustion found in a structure fire. List and explain the signs and causes of a backdraft. List and explain the effects of a backdraft Describe the methods to prevent a backdraft. Explain the relationship of oxygen concentration to life safety. Explain the relationship of oxygen concentration to fire growth. List the different classifications of fire. List the risks associated with each classification of fire.

10 Building Construction Describe common building materials. Describe construction types and the effect fire has on the structural integrity of the construction type. Identify the primary strengths and weaknesses of construction types. Describe dangerous building constructions created by a fire or by actions taken while trying to extinguish a fire. Identify indicators of building collapse. List actions to take when imminent building collapse is suspected. Describe hazards associated with lightweight and truss construction. Firefighter Personal Protective Equipment Perform the ability to don personal protective clothing within 1 minute. Perform the ability to doff personal protective clothing and prepare for reuse. List and discuss the components that make up the SCBA assembly including low air alarm. Convey breathing techniques while wearing SCBA. Describe the indicators for and discuss possible emergency procedures while wearing SCBA. List the physical requirements for wearing SCBA. Exit a restricted passage while wearing full PPE and breathing air from a SCBA unit. Demonstrate the ability to control breathing while breathing air from a SCBA unit. Replace a depleted air cylinder with a full air cylinder on a SCBA unit. Demonstrate emergency procedures taken in the event of SCBA failure or air cylinder depletion. Don all personal protective clothing and equipment correctly, within two minutes, breathing air and pass device activated. Describe the emergency procedure for loss of air supply. Demonstrate methods to conserve SCBA air. List the elements that create and / or indicate hazardous environment. Describe the process for cleaning, inspection, maintenance and recording keeping for SCBA following manufacturers or department guidelines. Demonstrate cleaning, inspection, basic maintenance and record keeping for SCBA in accordance to manufacture s or department guidelines. Portable Fire Extinguishers List the types of rating system for each classification of fire. Describe the operating methods of a portable extinguisher. Describe the limitations of a portable extinguisher. Demonstrate the ability to operate a portable extinguisher. Demonstrate how to approach fire with a portable extinguisher. Demonstrate how to select an appropriate extinguisher based on the size and type of fire. Demonstrate how to safely carry a portable extinguisher.

11 Ropes and Knots Discuss knot types and usages Describe the differences between life safety and utility rope. Explain the reasons for placing rope out of service. Discuss how the different types of knots are used for given tools, ropes or situations Discuss how rope is used to support response activities. Demonstrate the hoisting methods for tools and equipment. Demonstrate hoisting tools and equipment using ropes and the correct knot. Describe the process for cleaning, inspection, maintenance and recording keeping for ropes following manufacturers or department guidelines. Demonstrate cleaning, inspection, basic maintenance and record keeping for ropes in accordance to manufacture s or department guidelines. Rescue and Extrication Conduct a search, as a team member, in a vision-obscured condition, using all available senses to evaluate for hazards. Exit a hazardous area by searching for and finding a guide line then following the line to a safe haven. Describe the physiological effects of operating in obscured conditions and ways to effectively manage them. Describe methods to determine if an area is tenable and safe for interior operations. Describe the proper techniques to conduct a primary search. Describe the proper techniques to conduct a secondary search. List and describe each team member s roles and goals during a structural search and rescue operation. List and describe various methods to locate victims during a search and rescue operation. Describe various methods and carries used to remove victims from a structure, on various floors, during search and rescue operations. Demonstrate the various methods for maneuvering through restricted openings while wearing an SCBA. Demonstrate a rescue of a firefighter with a functioning SCBA. Demonstrate a rescue of a firefighter with a non-functioning SCBA. Demonstrate a rescue of a victim with no respiratory protection. Demonstrate the proper techniques for assessing the tenability of a given area. Discuss the safety principles and practices for using lighting equipment. Describe power supply capabilities and limitations. List the methods of light deployment. Demonstrate the ability to operate department power supply units (i.e. generators, PTO, etc). Demonstrate the ability to operate lighting equipment (i.e. tripods, masts etc). Demonstrate how to reset ground fault interrupter (GFI) devices and apparatus breakers. Demonstrate how to position lighting for optimal safety and effect. Describe the process for cleaning, inspection, maintenance and recording keeping for hand tools following manufacturers or department guidelines.

12 Demonstrate cleaning, inspection, basic maintenance and record keeping for hand tools in accordance to manufacture s or department guidelines. Forcible Entry List the basic construction of typical doors, windows and walls found within the community or service area. Explain the operation of a variety of doors, windows and locks used within the community or service area. Convey dangers associated with forcing entry through doors, windows, walls and locks. Demonstrate how to safely carry, operate and use common forcible entry tools to force entry through doors, windows, walls and locks. List and describe the proper use of forcible entry tools used during structural rescue operations. Ground Ladders List the parts of an extension ladder. Explain the hazards associated with setting up ground ladders. Explain what constitutes a stable foundation for ladder placement. Describe the different climbing angles need for safe completion of various tasks along with the hazards associated with each angle. Explain what constitutes a reliable structural component for tip placement. Demonstrate carries and raises for single and extension ladders along with extending the fly section(s) assuring the fly section are locked. Establish, with certainty, that a wall or roof will support a ladder and that the ladder is at the correct climbing angle for the given task. Select the correct length extension ladder. For a given height and properly place the ladder addressing and avoiding safety hazards. Climb and leg lock an extension ladder. Climb and leg lock an extension ladder and work with a tool. Describe the proper placement of ground and aerial ladders during structural rescue operations. Demonstrate the proper placement and use of ladders during rescue operations. Describe the process for cleaning, inspection, maintenance and recording keeping for ladders following manufacturers or department guidelines. Demonstrate clean, inspection, basic maintenance and record keeping for ladders in accordance to manufactures or department guidelines. Ventilation List and describe the principles, advantages, limitations and effects of horizontal ventilation. List and describe the principles, advantages, limitations and effects of vertical ventilation. List and describe the principles, advantages, limitations and effects of mechanical ventilation. List and describe the principles, advantages, limitations and effects of hydraulic ventilation.

13 List and describe the safety considerations when venting a structure. Describe the behavior of the fire as it relates to venting in a structure. Demonstrate the ability to properly carry and place a ladder to the structure for ventilation. Demonstrate the ability to properly carry various ventilation tools and equipment to the location where they will be used. Demonstrate the proper procedure for safely breaking glass in a window or door and remove all obstructions. Describe the process for cleaning, inspection, maintenance and recording keeping for ventilation equipment following manufacturers or department guidelines. Demonstrate cleaning, inspection, basic maintenance and record keeping for ventilation equipment in accordance to manufacture s or department guidelines. Water Supply Discuss loading and off-loading procedures for mobile water supply apparatus. Describe fire hydrant operations. Discuss procedures and protocol for connecting to suitable static water supply sources. Demonstrate how to connect and place hard suction hose for drafting operations. Operate the deployment of portable water tanks as well as the equipment necessary to transfer water between and draft from them. Fire Hose Perform the ability to hand lay a supply hose. Perform hydrant-to-pumper hose connections for forward and reverse lays. Describe the proper placement and application of a small diameter (1 ½ to 2 ) attack line. Describe the proper placement and application of a medium diameter (2 ½ ) attack line. Demonstrate the proper procedure for advancing a 1 ½ or larger diameter hose up ladders. Demonstrate the proper procedure for advancing a 1 ½ or larger diameter hose up stairways. Demonstrate the proper procedure for advancing a 1 ½ or larger diameter hose down stairways. Demonstrate the proper methods for extending hose lines. Demonstrate the proper methods for replacing burst or broken sections of hose. Operate charged hose line of 1 ½ diameter or larger hose line while secured to a ground ladder. Demonstrate the proper methods for coupling and uncoupling various size hose connections. Describe the process for cleaning, inspection, maintenance, placing hose in / out of service and recording keeping for fire hose in accordance to manufacture s or department guidelines. List and describe common hose rolls and hose loads. Demonstrate cleaning, inspection, marking defects and maintenance of couplings and gaskets on different types of fire hose.

14 Operate hose washing and drying equipment. Perform hose loads and rolls. Fire Streams List the various types of fire streams used for an interior fire attack. Describe the design, operation, nozzle pressure effects and flow capabilities of various types of fog nozzles. Describe the design, operation, nozzle pressure effects and flow capabilities of various types of smooth bore nozzles. Describe the design, operation, nozzle pressure effects and flow capabilities of various types of specialty nozzles. Describe the observable results of a properly applied fire stream. Demonstrate the proper methods to prevent water hammer when shutting down nozzles. Demonstrate the ability to properly open, close and adjust nozzle flow and patterns on various automatic and adjustable fog nozzles. Demonstrate the ability to properly open and close various smooth bore nozzles. Fire Control Convey the principles of fire streams as they relate to fighting vehicle fires. List the dangerous conditions created during a vehicle fire along with the precautions taken when advancing hose lines towards these types of fires. Describe the desired observable results of a properly applied fire stream to a vehicle fire. Identify types of alternative fueled vehicles and list the hazards associated with each vehicle type. Disclose the types of injuries associated with extinguishing vehicle fires along with procedures for avoiding these injuries. Describe how to gain entry into locked trunks, engine compartments and passenger compartments. List procedures for conducting a safe and effective overhaul after extinguishing a vehicle fire. Perform the proper procedures while advancing a 1 ½ or larger diameter attack line, operating the nozzle pattern for maximum effectiveness, extinguishing the vehicle fire while maintaining flash fire protection. Access all locked and unlocked compartments to expose and extinguish hidden fires. Identify vehicle s fuel type and use proper procedures for controlling fuel leaks. List the hazards and difficulties encountered while extinguishing and overhauling stacked piles of Class A materials. Describe the extinguishing agent, attack lines and hose streams needed to effectively extinguish stacked materials and outdoor fires. Explain the effects of how each extinguishing agent should perform to extinguish different materials and material configurations. List methods, along with the tool required to break up various types of materials. Describe methods used for water application for exposure protecting and fire suppression.

15 List the hazards such as collapse, toxic fumes and hazardous materials that may be found during fires in buildings, storage facilities and containers. From the exterior, recite potential hazards, operate hand lines and master streams to protect exposures and maximize penetration while extinguishing a Class A fire involving different configurations of materials, small attached buildings and / or storage containers. Search for hidden fire, break up materials using hand tools, and apply water streams and evaluating for complete extinguishment. List and describe the precautions to be followed when advancing hose lines to a fire. Describe the role of a backup team during an interior fire attack. Describe the proper fire attack methods for a grade level fire. Describe the proper fire attack methods for an above grade level fire. Demonstrate the proper procedures for applying water using a direct fire attack. Demonstrate the proper procedures for applying water using an indirect fire attack. Demonstrate the proper procedure for applying water using a combination fire attack. Demonstrate the proper fire attack methods for a grade level fire. Demonstrate the proper fire attack methods for an above grade level fire. Locate and suppress interior wall fires. List the properties and principles for utilities likely encountered (i.e. electricity, gas, water, hydraulic or pneumatic systems). List the safety concerns for utilities likely encountered (i.e. electricity, gas, water, hydraulic or pneumatic systems). List the methods for rendering utilities likely encountered safe (i.e. shutoff, disconnection, lockout, etc). Describe the associated dangers related to rendering utilities safe. Describe the use of required safety equipment in rendering utilities safe. Demonstrate the ability to identify utility control devices. Demonstrate the ability to operate utility related control valves or switches. Demonstrate the ability to perform an assessment for utility related hazards. List the fuel classifications as they relate to wild land fires. List the parts of a wild land fire. Discuss the methods used to approach and attack wild land fires for containment or suppression. Discuss the safety principles and practices commonly used for wild land fire containment and suppression. Demonstrate the steps to determine exposure threats based on wild land fire spread. Demonstrate how exposures are protected from spreading wild land fires. Demonstrate the steps on how to construct a fire line. Demonstrate the steps to extinguish a wild land fire using hand tools. Demonstrate the steps needed to maintain the integrity of established fire lines against a spreading wild land fire. Demonstrate the steps to suppress a contained wild land fire with water. Fire Detection, Alarm, and Suppression Systems Describe the methods used to protect property. Discuss the operations at properties protected with automatic sprinklers.

16 Describe how to stop the flow of water from an automatic sprinkler head. Discuss to identification of main control valves on an automatic sprinkler system. Demonstrate how to stop the flow of water from a sprinkler head with sprinkler wedge or stoppers. Operate a main control valve on an automatic sprinkler system. Loss Control Describe the proper methods for locating and exposing hidden fires. List the types of fire attack lines and water application devices most effective for overhaul. Describe the water application methods for extinguishment that will limit water damage. List the types of tools and methods used to expose hidden fires. Discuss the dangers associated with overhaul. Demonstrate the ability to deploy and operate an attack line during overhaul. Demonstrate the steps for removing flooring, ceiling and wall material to expose void spaces without compromising structural integrity. Perform water application foe maximum effectiveness during overhaul. Demonstrate the steps for exposing and extinguishing hidden fires in walls, ceilings and sub-floor spaces. Discuss the purpose of property conservation and its value to the public. List the types of and uses for salvage covers. Discuss forcible entry issues related to salvage. Demonstrate the ability to cluster furniture. Demonstrate how to deploy covering materials. Demonstrate how to roll and fold salvage covers for rescue. Demonstrate how to construct water chutes and catch-alls. Demonstrate the procedures for removing water. Demonstrate how to cover building openings, including doors, windows, floor openings and roof openings. Perform the steps to separate, remove and relocate charred material to a safe location. Describe the process for cleaning, inspection, maintenance and recording keeping for salvage equipment following manufacturers or department guidelines. Demonstrate cleaning, inspection, basic maintenance and record keeping for salvage equipment in accordance to manufacture s or department guidelines. Protecting Fire Scene Evidence Disclose obvious signs of fire origin and cause and list the techniques for preserving fire cause related evidence. Assess fire, heat and smoke patterns for determination of fire origin while protecting physical evidence. List the obvious signs of the area of origin, signs of arson and reasons for protecting evidence. Demonstrate how to preserve evidence, detect area of origin and evaluate for complete extinguishment.

17 Fire Department Communications Explain the procedures for reporting an emergency, departmental SOPs for taking and receiving alarms, radio codes or procedures and information needs of dispatch center. Discuss the departmental SOPs for taking and receiving alarms, radio codes and procedures. Demonstrate the ability to operate fire department communications equipment, relay information and record information. Discuss the fire department procedures for answering non-emergency telephone calls. Demonstrate the ability to operate fire station telephone and intercom equipment. Discuss the departmental radio procedures and etiquette for routine traffic, emergency traffic and emergency evacuation signals. Perform the ability to operate radio equipment and discriminate between routine and emergency traffic.