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Training Information at www.mfri.org Click on the identified location and request a list of training programs available. For additional information, call MFRI at 1800-ASK-MFRI or 301-226-9940 or specialprog@mfri.org UNIVERSITY of MARYLAND MARYLAND FIRE and RESCUE INSTITUTE updated January 5, 2018 The Maryland Fire and Rescue Institute of the University of Maryland is the State s Comprehensive training and education services. The Institute plans, researches, develop, and deliver quality programs to enhance the ability of emergency service providers to protect life, the environment, and property. 1

BENEFITS OF ATTENDING MFRI PROGRAMS Continuing education Knowledge of up-to-date material Improved skills in fire protection and prevention fields Practical applications through individual and group activities Training can be conducted at your location Contact MFRI for information on training program opportunities or to schedule a program. 1-800-ASK MFRI 301-226-9940 (Special Programs Office) 301-314-0692 (Fax) specialprog@mfri.org www.mfri.org 2

LOSS CONTROL TRAINING For BUSINESS, INDUSTRY AND GOVERNMENT INDEX FIRE PROTECTION SERIES Basic Overview of Fire Suppression Systems (IND 163)..6 NFPA 25 Inspection, Testing and Maintenance of Water-Based Extinguishing Systems (IND 159) 6 Special Agent Fire Extinguishing Systems (IND 190)...6 Fire Hazard Recognition- Special Occupancies (IND 189) 6 Fire Pumps for Fire Protection (IND 157)..7 Fire Detection and Alarm Systems (IND 191) 7 FIRE BRIGADE SERIES Incipient Industrial Fire Brigade Member (IND 220)..7 Interior Structural Industrial Fire Brigade Member (IND 222) 7 Industrial Fire Brigade Leader (IND 223) 8 Fire Brigade Fire Escort (IND 124)..8 Fire Brigade Refresher (IND 122) 8 Fire Extinguisher (IND 153).9 CONFINED SPACE SERIES (OSHA) Confined Space Awareness (IND 115).9 Confined Space Awareness and Entry (IND 116) 9 Confined Space Entry and Rescue (IND 215).10 Confined Space Annual Refresher (IND 117).10 HAZWOPER SERIES (OSHA) Hazwoper- Awareness (IND 101).10 Hazwoper- Operations (IND 102).10 Hazwoper Technician (IND 104).. 11 Hazwoper Annual Refresher (IND 103) 11 Hazardous Material On-Scene Incident Commander (HM 221)...11 CONSTRUCTION SERIES (OSHA) Fall Protection Awareness (IND 155) 12 Fall Protection Application (IND 154)..12 Fall Protection with Rescue (IND 250).12 Excavation/Trench Safety Awareness (IND 110). 13 Trench Excavation and Safety Operations (IND 210)...13 Trench Safety and Rescue Operations (IND 211).13 Electrical Safety- Lockout/Tagout (IND 160)...13 3

OSHA 10 HOUR CLASSES Occupational Safety and Health Standards for General Industry (IND 141) 14 Occupational Safety and Health Standards for Construction Industry (IND 140)...14 EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICES EMT-Basic (EMS 106)..15 EMT-Basic Refresher (EMS 203).15 Emergency Medical Responder (EMS 105).16 Emergency Medical Responder ASHI (EMS107)...16 Emergency Medical Responder ASHI Refresher (EMS 206)....17 Emergency Medical Responder Refresher (EMS 207)...17 Occupant Emergency Training- Emergency Evacuation Chair Training (IND 136) 17 Blood Borne Pathogens (EMS 130)...17 CPR AND FIRST AID BLS for Healthcare Providers (EMS 110).18 Heartsaver CPR for All Ages (EMS 114)...... 18 Heartsaver First Aid (EMS 113) 18 Heartsaver First Aid with CPR (and AED) (EMS 121).18 Heartsaver Pediatric First Aid with Adult and Pediatric CPR & AED (EMS 123)..19 HEALTHCARE FACILITIES OSHA Best Practices for Hospital-Based First Receivers-Awareness (MGTS 130) 19 OSHA Best Practices for Hospital-Based First Receivers-Operations (MGTS 131) 19 SUPERVISION AND MANAGEMENT TRAINING Emergency Response Team Leader (IND 131).20 Emergency Action and Fire Prevention Planning (IND 132)....20 Respiratory Protection Program Development (IND 134)... 20 CODES AND INSPECTIONS Fire Inspector I (NFPA 1031) (MGMT 204).20 Fire Inspector II (NFPA 1031) (MGMT 205) 21 Fire Inspector III (NFPA 1031) (MGMT 302)..21 Plan Examiner (MGMT 266).21 Fire Investigator (NFPA 1033) (FIRE 134)...22 Certified Fire Protection Specialist Preparatory (IND 230)..22 Life Safety Code- NFPA 101 (IND 192)...22 RISK MANAGEMENT AND LOSS CONTROL Disaster Emergency Management and Business Continuity (IND 188)...23 Disaster Management Awareness (IND 164) 23 NATIONAL INCIDENT MANAGEMENT SYSTEM- ICS IS-700 (MGTS 119)... 24 ICS-100 (MGMT 146)...24 4

ICS-200 (MGMT 147)...24 ICS-300 (MGMT 263)...25 ICS-400 (MGMT 264)... 25 ICS-402 (IND 180) 26 ICS-402 with Exercises (MGTS 268).. 26 ICS-700/ICS-100 (MGTS 220).26 IS-800 (IND194) 27 CHAINSAW SAFETY (IND 150)..27 FIT TESTING..27 Listing of Available Training.28 5

FIRE PROTECTION SERIES Basic Overview of Fire Suppression Systems Course Identifier: IND 163 This one day program provides the participant with the latest procedures for understanding the design, layout and installation of fire suppression systems with a concentration on water-based sprinkler selection for the protection of certain occupancies based on hazard classification. NFPA 25 Inspection, Testing and Maintenance of Water-Based Extinguishing Systems Course Identifier: IND 159 This one day program meets the current NFPA 25 standard. This seminar is a must for communities adopting the NFPA 25 standard. This seminar reviews the need for inspection, testing and maintenance, and addresses the top issues that surface when implementing the standard. This program also reviews the regulations for the waterbased extinguishing systems and describes the operations of various systems and their components in a workshop environment. This program is structured for student participation. Special Agent Fire Extinguishing Systems Course Identifier: IND 190 This one day program is designed to acquaint the participant with the application methods, types of agents, operations, and system components as well as inspection and testing requirements for special agent extinguishing systems. Types of extinguishing systems discussed will include Dry-Chemical, Wet-Chemical, Clean-Agent, Carbon Dioxide, Foam, and Portable Fire Extinguishers. Fire Hazard Recognition- Special Occupancies Course Identifier: IND 189 This one day program is designed to identify unsafe behaviors and conditions that result in fires in special occupancies such as Material Storage Facilities, and hazardous processes such as welding operations, flammable finish operations, or dust generation at industrial sites. Discussion will also include HVAC systems, cooking operations and electrical hazards. 6

Fire Pumps for Fire Protection Course Identifier: IND 157 This one day program provides attendees with vital information about the design and installation of fire pumps. NFPA 20 and the NFPA Fire Pump Handbook are used as reference materials. The program will familiarize the attendee with the NFPA standards that govern the proper design and installation of fire pumps and increase the participant s knowledge of fire pumps in fire protection systems. Fire Detection and Alarm Systems Course Identifier: IND 191 This two day program is designed to acquaint the participant with the knowledge and the application, installation, location, performance, inspection, testing, and maintenance of fire detection and alarm systems. Discussions will include detection and alarm system components, automatic and manual alarm initiating devices, alarm signaling systems and inspection and testing requirements. FIRE BRIGADE SERIES Incipient Industrial Fire Brigade Member Course Identifier: IND 220 This three day program is designed for individuals involved in industrial fire brigades. The program is designed to give the student the basic knowledge and skills required to be an effective industrial fire brigade member at the incipient level. The objectives will be accomplished by classroom lecture and practical evolutions. Fire brigade members will be trained to safely combat fires in their normal work clothes while working in an upright position. They must be able to extinguish small fires effectively using portable fire extinguishers or small handlines. Fire brigade team members will receive instruction in organizational responsibilities, fire behavior, fire and detection devices, portable fire extinguishers, fire hose and related nozzles and appliances, fixed extinguishing systems, loss control, hazard recognition, and incident management. Interior Structural Industrial Fire Brigade Member Course Identifier: IND 222 This five day program is designed for individuals involved in industrial fire brigades. The program is designed to give the student the basic knowledge and skills required to be an effective industrial fire brigade member at the interior structural level. The objectives will be accomplished by classroom lecture and practical evolutions. Fire brigade members will be trained to safely combat fires from within the incident hot zone of a 7

structure utilizing self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) and personal protective equipment (PPE). They must be able to extinguish fires effectively using portable fire extinguishers, handlines, or other devises. Fire brigade team members will receive instruction in organizational responsibilities, PPE, fire behavior, portable fire extinguishers, fire and detection devices, fixed extinguishing systems, forcible entry, water supply and low-volume handlines, respiratory protection, loss control, large diameter handlines and master streams, portable ladders, hazard recognition, ventilation, search and rescue, and incident management. Industrial Fire Brigade Leader Course Identifier: IND 223 This two day program is designed to provide the knowledge and skills for leaders of industrial fire brigades. It also is designed to develop basic leadership concepts and skills. The Industrial Fire Brigade Leader Program explores regulatory compliance and regulatory standards in industrial emergency preparedness. Industrial incident management situations are simulated. *Fire Brigade programs leading to Certification under NFPA 1081 Professional Standard for Industrial Fire Brigade Member are also available. *Fire Brigade Refresher information may be obtained by calling the Special Programs Section. Fire Brigade Fire Escort Course Identifier: IND 124 This half day program is designed to instruct the fire brigade member in assisting outside emergency responding agencies, and to direct them to the emergency site. The program is to prepare students to implement their organizational emergency operations plan and identify special hazards, risks and processes within their facility. This program also provides risk/hazard information to all emergency responders. This training is client specific and is based on the fire brigade level within the organization. Fire Brigade Refresher Course Identifier: IND 122 This one day program is designed to meet the annual refresher requirements as specified in OSHA Regulation 29 CFR 1910.156. This program is open to all industry personnel involved with, or responsible for emergency response services to industry. The subject matter in this program is client based. Fire Brigade members who are expected to perform interior structural firefighting shall be provided with an education session or training at least quarterly. 8

FIRE EXTINGUISHER Course Identifier: IND 153 This four hour program covers areas in the characteristics of the classes of fire, various methods of extinguishment for each class, the proper selection and use of portable extinguishers. Other topics in this course include advantages and disadvantages of portable extinguishers, the limitations of portable fire extinguishers and the actual hands on use of various extinguishers on several different classes of fire. CONFINED SPACE SERIES (OSHA) Confined Space Awareness Course Identifier: IND 115 This one day program is designed to give the participant an overview of confined space entry and rescue regulations. The program is directed at the individual who is responsible for the permit process and the assignment of employees or contractors who work in confined spaces. The training will assist the individual in designing and administering a site-specific, confined space, OSHA compliance program in accordance with 29 CFR 1910.146. Confined Space Awareness and Entry Course Identifier: IND 116 This two day program is designed to give the participants the knowledge and skills to prevent employee injury in the dangerous confined space environment. Each student will demonstrate the safety techniques and procedures necessary to identify and enter a confined space in accordance with OSHA regulations, utilizing the site-specific permit process. The training will meet or exceed the requirements of OSHA 29 CFR 1910.146 for Confined Space Entry. Each participant is expected to bring personal protective equipment including: coveralls, hardhat, eye protection, gloves, and work shoes or boots. 9

Confined Space Entry and Rescue Course Identifier: IND 215 This three day program is designed to give the student the knowledge and skills to prevent employee injury and teach procedures to safely enter confined spaces. Special attention will be given to rescue/safety techniques and the equipment necessary to perform in confined spaces. These objectives will be accomplished through classroom lecture and extensive practical evolutions that meet or exceed the requirements of OSHA 29 1910.146 for Confined Space Entry and Rescue. Each participant is expected to bring personal protective equipment including: coveralls, hardhat, eye protection, gloves, and work shoes or boots. Confined Space Annual Refresher Course Identifier: IND 117 This one day program is designed to meet the annual refresher requirements as specified in the OSHA regulation 29 CFR 1910.146. The program is open to all personnel involved with or responsible for providing emergency response to industry. Each participant is expected to bring protective equipment including: coveralls, hardhat, eye protection, gloves, and work shoes or boots. HAZWOPER SERIES (OSHA) Hazwoper- Awareness Course Identifier: IND 101 This one day program is for individuals whose position may require them to report a hazardous materials incident. Emphasis is placed on the identification of hazardous materials and effective reporting systems. The program is also designed to provide an overview of the regulation for supervisors responsible for employees or contractors who handle or, may be exposed to, hazardous materials. This program satisfies the training requirements of OSHA Regulation 29 CFR 1910.120 at the first Responder Awareness level. Hazwoper- Operations Course Identifier: IND 102 This three day program is for individuals who respond to releases (and potential releases) of hazardous substances. Emphasis is placed on the hands-on training to respond in a defensive fashion to contain or control a hazardous materials incident within the capacity 10

of the resource s and equipment available on site. This program satisfies the OSHA training requirements of 29 CFR 1910.120 for First Responder Operations. Hazwoper Technician Course Identifier: IND 104 This five day program is designed to develop knowledge and skills in handling and managing a hazardous materials incident. Emphasis is placed on the hands-on approach to training so that each student will perform the procedures required to confine, contain, or control a hazardous materials incident within the capacity of the resources and equipment available on site. This program satisfies the training requirements of OSHA Regulations 29 CFR 1910.120, Hazardous Materials Technician. Hazwoper Annual Refresher Course Identifier: IND 103 This one day program is designed to meet the annual refresher requirements as specified in OSHA Regulations 29 CFR 1910.120. This program is open to all personnel involved with, or responsible for emergency response services to industry. Hazardous Materials On-Scene Incident Commander Course Identifier: HM 221 This three day program is designed to provide the student with the knowledge and skills to assume responsibility and make decisions relating to the management of a hazardous materials incident. Major topics include the hazardous materials management system, health and safety, incident management system, action plans, site management and control, problem identification, hazard and risk evaluation, personal protective equipment, information management and resource coordination, response objectives, decontamination management, and incident termination. Meeting attendance requirements and successful completion of exams enable the participant to request Competencies for Incident Commanders certification from the Maryland Fire Service Personnel Qualifications Board (MFSPQB) and the National Board on Fire Service Professional Qualifications Board (Pro Board). Certification Prerequisites: Hazardous Materials Operations Certification. (Pro Board or IFSAC). 11

CONSTRUCTION SERIES (OSHA) Fall Protection Awareness Course Identifier: IND 155 This one day program is based on the OSHA Safety Standard for Construction 29 CFR 1926.500, Subpart M Fall Protection and 29 CFR 1910 Subpart D Walking and Working Surfaces. This program is designed to provide the participant with the knowledge and awareness needed to work around areas requiring fall protection and to identify dangers on walking and working surfaces. Fall Protection Application Course Identifier: IND 154 This two day program is based on the OSHA Safety Standard for General Industry, 29 CFR 1910, Subpart D - Walking and Working Surfaces; and 29 CFR 1926, Subpart M- Safety Standard for Fall Protection in the Construction Industry. This program is designed to provide the participant with the knowledge and skills needed to prevent serious or fatal accidents from falls. Topics include the application and limitations of personal fall protection systems, safety for portable and fixed ladders, stairways, scaffolds and restraining systems, and basic recovery techniques should a fall occur. Job Hazard Analysis and the duties of the Competent Person in fall protection will also be discussed. In the hands-on portion of the training the student will apply lessons in actual scenarios using fall protection recovery equipment. Fall Protection with Rescue Course Identifier: IND 250 This three day program is based on the OSHA Safety Standard for General Industry, 29 CFR 1910, Subpart D - Walking and Working Surfaces; and 29 CFR 1926, Subpart M- Safety Standard for Fall Protection in the Construction Industry. The programs are designed to provide the participant with the knowledge and skills needed to prevent serious or fatal accidents from falls. Topics include the application and limitations of personal fall protection systems, safety for portable and fixed ladders, stairways, scaffolds and restraining systems, and basic recovery techniques should a fall occur. Job Hazard Analysis and the duties of the Competent Person in fall protection will also be discussed. In the hands-on portion of the training the student will apply skills learned in actual scenarios using fall protection fall recovery equipment. The rescue portion of the course will discuss Hauling Systems and Mechanical Advantages. Hands-on scenarios with a Z-System practical exercise and a Figure 8 and Brake Bar practical exercise will be conducted. 12

Excavation/Trench Safety Awareness Course Identifier: IND 110 This one day program is designed to provide the participant with the knowledge and skills necessary to perform soil analysis, selection and use of protective systems, and serve as the Competent Person as specified in the requirement of OSHA Regulation 29 CFR 1926, excavation standards, and MOSH requirements. Trench Excavation and Safety Operations Course Identifier: IND 210 This two day program is designed to provide the participants with the knowledge and skills necessary to perform soil analysis, selection and use of protective systems, and serve as the Competent Person as specified in the requirements of the OSHA Regulation 29 CFR 1926, excavation standards, and MOSH requirements. The second day will involve actual hands-on experience with safe shoring techniques. Trench Safety and Rescue Operations Course Identifier: IND 211 This three day program is designed to provide the participant with the knowledge and skills necessary to perform soil analysis, selection and use of protective systems, and serve as the Competent Person as specified in the requirements of the OSHA Regulation 29 CFR 1926, excavation standards, and MOSH requirements. The second day will involve actual hands-on experience with safe shoring techniques and a simulated trench collapse rescue demonstration. The third day will feature trench rescue operations at a simulated collapse, in which participants will properly shore, enter, and remove endangered victims. Electrical Safety- Lockout/Tagout Course Identifier: IND 160 This four hour program is designed to provide the participants the knowledge and skills necessary to perform Control of Energy during the service and maintenance of machines and equipment. Topics covered in this include: lockout/tagout OSHA standards and development of lockout/tagout programs; devices insuring lockout and procedures for a tagout system. Other topics covered will include single and multiple energy sources. Demonstrations of devices and the procedure for reenergizing the machine or equipment will also be discussed. 13

OSHA 10 HOUR CLASSES Occupational Safety and Health Standards for General Industry 10-Hour Outreach Course Course Identifier: IND 141 This 10 hour program provides instruction on the OSHA General Duty Clause, Subpart D: Walking and Working Surfaces, Subparts E & I: Means of Egress and Fire Protection; Subpart J: Permit-Required Confined Spaces and Lockout/Tagout; Subpart N: Materials Handling; Subpart O: Machine Guarding; Subpart Q: Welding, Cutting and Brazing; Subpart S: Electrical & Safety-Related Work Practice; Subpart Z: Hazard Communication, Record Keeping- OSHA Forms #300, #300A, & #301. Other included topics are Safety and Health Programs Management, Emergency Response, Process Safety Management, Medical and First Aid. Students will participate in classroom and tabletop exercises. Students attending all sessions will receive an OSHA 10-hour training completion card. Occupational Safety and Health Standards for Construction and Industry 10-Hour Outreach Course Course Identifier: IND 140 This 10 hour program in Occupational Safety and Health Standards for Construction Industry provides instruction on OSHA General Duty Clause, Subpart C: General Safety and Health Provisions, Competent Person, Subpart K, Electrical; Subpart M, Fall Protection, Subpart F: Fire Protection and Prevention, Subpart J: Welding and Cutting; Subpart L: Scaffolding; and Subpart P: Excavations. The course will also provide information on Safety and Health Programs. Students will participate in classroom and tabletop exercises. Students attending all received an OSHA 10-hour training completion card. 14

EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICES EMT- Basic Course Identifier: EMS 106 This 165 hour program is to provide students with the necessary knowledge and skills to perform emergency medical care in a pre-hospital environment at the basic life support level. Major topics covered in the program are scene preparation (scene safety, quality improvement, personal health and safety, and medical legal issues), airway (opening, suctioning, ventilations, adjuncts, and oxygen delivery), patient assessment (scene sizeup/assessment, initial assessment, focused history and physical exam for significant and non-significant medical, and trauma situations), medical and behavioral situations (altered mental status, allergic reactions, and poisoning/overdose), trauma situations (shock management, wound management-open chest, abdominal, amputations, burnsmanagement of injuries to bones and joints and head and spine, rapid extrication), and emergency obstetrics, infants and children: childbirth (normal deliveries, abnormal deliveries), and infants and children (medical problems, trauma problems). Methods of instruction include student interactive and participatory activities including instructor review, discussions, demonstration of skills, supervision and coaching of student skills practice, clinical time, observation of student skills based on an objective checklist with a 100 percent cut point required to pass, and a final written examination prepared by the National Registry of EMT s. EMT- Basic Refresher 24 Hour Program Course Identifier: EMS 203 This three day program prepares a certified Emergency Medical Technician Basic (EMT- B) to demonstrate, through an examination process, the mastery of emergency medical basic skills and knowledge for the purpose of recertification. Major topics covered in the program are Maryland medical protocols for EMS providers, scene preparation (scene safety, quality improvement, personal health and safety, and medical legal issues), airway (opening, suctioning, ventilations, adjuncts, and oxygen delivery), patient assessment (scene size-up/assessment, initial assessment, focused history and physical exam for significant and non-significant medical, and trauma situations), medical and behavioral situations (altered mental status, allergic reactions, 15

and poisoning/overdose), trauma situations (shock management, wound managementopen chest, abdominal, amputations, burns-management of injuries to bones and joints and head and spine, rapid extrication), and emergency obstetrics, infants and children: childbirth (normal deliveries, abnormal deliveries), and infants and children (medical problems, trauma problems). Emphasis is placed on managing the elderly patient, communications, special needs patients and medical devices. Methods of instruction include student interactive and participatory activities including instructor review, discussions, demonstration of skills, supervision and coaching of student skills practice, observation of student skills based on an objective checklist with a 100 percent cut point required to pass, and a final written examination prepared by the Maryland Institute for Emergency Medical Systems (MIEMSS) on medical protocols for EMS providers is also required to be recertified. Emergency Medical Responder for National Registry 72 hours Course Identifier: EMS105 This program provides skills necessary to begin assessment and care for injured or ill patients at the emergency location. Major topics covered in the program are an introduction to the EMS system, legal aspects of care, equipment, tools and supplies, general anatomy, patient assessment, respiratory system, resuscitation, and CPR, aids to resuscitation and oxygen administration, management of bleeding, shock, and soft tissue injuries. Other topics include management of fractures and spinal injuries, environmental emergencies, care of burns, care of special patients including obstetric, pediatric, and elderly, and special incidents including triage, water accidents, and gaining access to and moving patients. Methods of instruction include lecture, discussion, classroom exercises, audio/visual material, skills, written and practical examinations, and graded skill evaluations. This training program is presented and is designed to give the participant the knowledge and skills to perform patient assessment, bleeding control and bandaging, fracture management, medical emergency management, CPR, automatic external defibrillator, and oxygen administration. It is intended for personnel who may respond to emergency medical incidents. Included in the program is a final examination, which upon successful completion certifies the participant as a National Registry Emergency Medical Responder and a Maryland Emergency Medical Responder for three years. Emergency Medical Responder-ASHI (EMS/107) Student Contact Hours: 48 Prerequisite(s): None Course Description: Emergency Medical Responder-ASHI is designed to provide non- EMS responders including government, corporate, law enforcement, and corrections personnel with a level of training comparable to a professional Emergency Medical 16

Responder. This 48 hour course is consistent with national EMS curriculum requirements and educations standards. This course is intended for individuals who are not EMS or HealthCare providers but desire certification in Emergency Medical Response. The textbook for this course is Emergency Medical Responder First on Scene, 10 th edition, Pearson Publishers. Successful Completion: Evaluation of knowledge and skill competence is required for certification in ASHI Emergency Medical Response. Students must complete the ASHI Emergency Medical Response for non-ems Personnel Exam and demonstrate the ability to work as a lead first responder in a scenario-based team setting, adequately directing the initial assessment and care of a responsive and unresponsive medical and trauma patient. Emergency Medical Responder ASHI - Refresher EMS 206 Emergency Medical Responder National Registry Refresher EMS 207 15 hour course This two day program is to provide skills necessary to begin assessment and care for injured or ill individuals at the emergency location. This program is the 15 hours of continuing education required for Emergency Medical Responder recertification. Major topics covered in the program include review of legal aspects of care, patient assessment and vital signs, respiratory and circulatory systems, CPR and airway management techniques, oxygen delivery and adjuncts, bleeding control and shock, fractures, spinal injuries, medical and environmental emergencies, childbirth, special patients, crisis intervention, triage, gaining access to and moving patients. Methods of instruction include review by discussion, classroom exercise to practice skills through scenarios, practical exercises, graded practical exercises, and written examination. Occupant Emergency Training Emergency Evacuation Chair Training Course Identifier: IND 136 In this two hour program students will learn how to successfully use an Emergency Evacuation Stair Chair, and will be able to assist disabled people out of a building in case of an emergency. The course will consist of lecture/demonstration on how to use the stair chair, as well as student practice time. Blood Borne Pathogens Course Identifier: EMS 130 This four hour program is designed to comply with Occupational Safety and Health Standards 1910.1030. This program discusses blood borne diseases such as AIDS, Hepatitis B Virus (HBV), and Hepatitis C (HCV) virus, exposure controls, how universal precautions should be applied during emergency situations, housekeeping, PPE, work practice controls, cleanup of an accident site, and waste disposal. The target audience for 17

this program includes all emergency response personnel, laboratory workers, housekeeping or janitorial personnel and all others who may come in contact with blood or other bodily fluids. CPR AND FIRST AID BLS for Healthcare Providers Course Identifier: EMS 110 This four hour program is intended for healthcare providers such as EMS personnel, physician assistants, dentists, nurses, etc. This course is designed to teach the skills of CPR for victims of all ages (adult/child/infant CPR), for one and two-rescuer CPR, the use of an automated external defibrillator, and management of a choking victim. The program will also review the signs and symptoms of heart attack and stroke. There is a written exam, as well as a skills test at the end of the program. Those completing the program will receive a two-year certification. Heartsaver CPR Course Identifier: EMS 114 This four hour program is intended for employee training at companies, corporations, businesses, etc. It is designed for the non-healthcare provider. This program is designed to teach the skills of adult and child CPR, as well as adult and child choking. The program will also review the signs and symptoms of heart attack and stroke. There will be skills testing during this program, and students completing the program will receive a two-year certification. Heartsaver First Aid Course Identifier: EMS 113 This four hour program is intended for employee training at companies, corporations, businesses, etc. This program is designed to review medical emergencies and injuries, as well as environmental emergencies. Some examples of emergencies reviewed in the course include breathing problems, choking, allergies, diabetes, stroke, seizures, heart attack, fainting, shock, and musculoskeletal injuries. There will be skills testing during this course, and it will result in a two-year certification. Heartsaver First Aid with CPR & AED Course Identifier: EMS 121 This one day program is intended for employee training at companies, corporations, businesses, etc. This program is designed to review medical emergencies, injuries, and environmental emergencies. Some examples of emergencies reviewed in the course include breathing problems, choking, allergies, diabetes, stroke, seizures, heart attack, 18

fainting, shock, and musculoskeletal injuries. This program also includes adult and child CPR with a mask, and Automated External Defibrillator (AED). There will be skills testing during this program, and it will result in a two-year certification. Heartsaver Pediatric First Aid with Adult and Pediatric CPR & AED Course Identifier: EMS 123 This one day program is intended for employee training at companies, corporations, businesses, etc. This program is designed to review medical emergencies and injuries, as well as an option to review environmental emergencies. Some examples of emergencies reviewed in the course include breathing problems, choking, allergies, diabetes, stroke, seizures, heart attack, fainting, shock, and musculoskeletal injuries. This program also includes adult, child and infant CPR with a mask, and Automated External Defibrillator (AED). There will be skills testing during this program, and it will result in a two-year certification HEALTHCARE FACILITIES OSHA Best Practices for Hospital-Based First Receivers- Awareness Course Identifier: MGTS 130 This four hour program is for hospitals to provide employees an awareness of the hospital s environment when it becomes a receiving hospital for a Mass Casualty Event. Topics covered are hospital security, personal protective equipment (PPE) overview, an overview of the Incident Command System, and the changes in the hospital setting during incidents. OSHA Best Practices for Hospital-Based First Receivers- Operations Course Identifier: MGTS 131 This one day program is designed to meet the OSHA Best Practices for Hospital-Based First Receivers of Victims for Mass Casualty Incidents involving the Release of Hazardous Substances. This program will familiarize students with incident command in a hospital setting, hazardous communication, personal protective equipment (PPE), and decontamination procedures. This program covers the First Receivers response to releases of chemicals, radiological particles and biological agents that produce victims who need decontamination prior to administration of medical care. 19

SUPERVISION AND MANAGEMENT TRAINING Emergency Response Team Leader Course Identifier: IND 131 This three day program is designed to provide the basic knowledge and skills for leaders of industrial emergency response teams and fire brigades. This program develops basic leadership concepts and skills, explores incident command systems and industrial incident management, and reviews regulatory compliance and regulatory standards for industrial emergency preparedness. Industrial incident management situations are simulated. Participants will complete the requirements for On Scene Incident Commander under OSHA 29 CFR 1910.120, Hazardous Materials. Emergency Action and Fire Prevention Planning Course Identifier: IND 132 This two day program is designed to provide participants with an overview of the OSHA 29 CFR 1910.38 regulation. The program content will also include evacuation planning for the threat of terrorism. Plan to attend the program for assistance in understanding the requirements of 29 CFR 1910.38, a review of emergency action plans and fire prevention plans and insight into administering the plans. The Institute will provide generic information to assist the attendees in developing their site-specific emergency action plans. CODES AND INSPECTIONS Fire Inspector I (NFPA 1031) Course Identifier: MGMT 204 This six day program is designed to provide the participant with the skills attendant to the duties of Fire Inspector I Job Performance Requirements (JPR s) of NFPA 1031, Standard for Professional Qualifications for Fire Inspector and Plan Examiner. The focus of this Level I program is on preparation of correspondence and inspection reports; handling of complaints; maintenance of records; fire safety inspections of new and existing structures for construction, occupancy, fire protection, and exposures. Included with this course is the final examination which, upon successful completion, enables the participant to request Fire Inspector I certification from the Maryland Fire Service Personnel Qualifications Board (MFSPQB) and the National Board on Fire Service Professional Qualifications (Pro Board). Certification Prerequisites: Hazardous Materials Awareness (Pro Board or IFSAC). 20

Fire Inspector II (NFPA 1031) Course Identifier: MGMT 205 This six day program provides the participant with the skills attendant to the duties of Fire Inspector II Job Performance Requirements (JPR s) of NFPA 1031, Standard for Professional Qualifications for Fire Inspector and Plan Examiner. The focus of this program is an application, interpretation, and analysis of new and existing structures for construction, occupancy, fire protection and exposure. Discussion and application will also include the review and specification of plans for construction, fire, and life safety protection. Included in this program is a final examination which, upon successful completion, enables the participant to request Fire Inspector II certification from the Maryland Fire Service Personnel Qualifications Board (MFSPQB) and the National Board on Fire Service Professional Qualifications (Pro Board). Certification Prerequisites: Fire Inspector I certification (Pro Board or IFSAC). Fire Inspector III (NFPA 1031) Course Identifier: MGMT 302 This five day program provides the participant with the skills required by the Fire Inspector III Job Performance Requirements (JPR s) of NFPA 1031, Standard for Professional Qualifications for Fire Inspector and Plan Examiner. The focus of this program is scenario based; the emphasis is on administrative duties that include recommendations, creation and evaluation of policies and procedures for life safety inspections and code enforcement activities, and field inspection activities that include analysis of code compliance alternatives, evaluation of construction, occupancy, fire protection, and exposure. Included with this program is a final examination which, upon successful completion, enables the participant to request Fire Inspector III certification from the Maryland Fire Service Personnel Qualifications Board (MFSPQB) and the National Board on Fire Service Professional Qualifications (Pro Board). Certification Prerequisites: Fire Inspector II certification (Pro Board or IFSAC). Plan Examiner (NFPA 1031) Course Identifier: MGMT 266 This five day program provides instruction on the review of plans, preparation of correspondence and plan review reports, communications with fire inspectors and emergency response personnel, handling of complaints, maintenance of records, participation in legal proceedings, identification of when additional expertise is required, 21

familiarization with procedures used by the jurisdiction, research, interpretation of codes, implementation of policy, and creation of forms and job aids for job performance requirements. This program provides the participant with the skills required by the Plan Examiner I and II Job Performance Requirements (JPR s) of NFPA 1031. Certification Prerequisites: None. Fire Investigator (NFPA 1033) Course Identifier: FIRE 134 This ten day program is intended for delivery to fire investigators, police officers, company level officers, and firefighters that are involved in the investigation process and/or who are interested in expanding their knowledge within the investigative field. The program will be presented across a two week period and primarily consist of instruction and practical exercises in the areas of cause and origin determination, report writing, scene processing, evidence handling, and courtroom testimony. Topics on burn pattern recognition, point of origin, scene documentation, interviewing techniques, and scene safety will also be addressed at length over the course of the two week period. This program provides the participant with the skills required by the Fire Investigator Job Performance Requirements (JPR s) of NFPA 1033. Upon completion, students will have a base knowledge of arson investigation practices and will have had the opportunity to physically examine fire scenes, process evidence, and participate in practice courtroom testimonies in front of legal council. Certification Prerequisites: None Certified Fire Protection Specialist Preparatory Course Identifier (IND 230) This two day program is designed to provide the participant with the skills and knowledge to quickly access the 20 th edition of the NFPA Fire Protection Handbook for preparation to take the Certified Fire Protection Specialist examination offered by the CFPS Board, a component of the National Fire Protection Association. The program will focus on techniques for utilizing the student s own Fire Protection Handbook (open-book exam) to quickly determine answers and solutions to sample questions pertaining to fire protection from the various topics and categories identified in the text. Students will be responsible for bringing their own NFPA Fire Protection Handbook, 20 th edition (Volume I and Volume II). Life Safety Code- NFPA 101 Course Identifier: IND 192 This three day program is designed to acquaint the participant with the knowledge and purpose of the application of the Life Safety Code. Discussions will include components of egress, common path of travel, travel distance, occupancy load factors, and capacity of 22

exits, stairway design, exit signage and illumination and design of exits. Practical exercises will be utilized to enhance the participants understanding and application of the components of the Life Safety Code. RISK MANAGEMENT AND LOSS CONTROL Disaster Emergency Management and Business Continuity Course Identifier: IND 188 This two day program is designed to provide the individual with an introduction to the components of a disaster/emergency management and business program. This continuity program is based upon a number of nationally recognized resources including: the National Fire Protection Association s Standard 1600, Standard on Disaster/Emergency Management and Business Continuity Programs; Federal Preparedness Circular 65; the Maryland Emergency Management Agency s Preparing for Emergency, Continuity Operations Planning for Public Institutions; and The Disaster Recovery Institute s Professional Practices for Business Continuity Planners. The goal of this program is to provide an individual with an introduction to the components of a disaster and emergency management and business program, as well as the criteria to assess current programs or develop, implement, and maintain aspects for prevention, mitigation, preparation, response, recovery and restoration for emergencies. Disaster Management Awareness Course Identifier: IND 164 This four hour program provides the student with an overview of the components of disaster/emergency management and business program. The goal of this program is to provide the student with an overview to the components of a disaster management and business program, as well as the criteria to assess current programs. 23

NATIONAL INCIDENT MANAGEMNT SYSTEM- ICS Introduction to National Incident Management System (NIMS) The National Incident Management System (NIMS) provides a consistent nationwide template to enable all government, private sector and non-governmental organizations to work together during domestic incidents. Federal Homeland Security Presidential Directive #5 (HSPD-5) requires federal departments and agencies to make the adoption of NIMS by state, tribal and local organizations a condition of eligibility for federal preparedness grants, contracts and other activities. IS-700: An Introduction: National Incident Management System (NIMS) Course Identifier: MGTS 119 This four hour program provides an orientation to the National Incident Management System (NIMS) and describes; the key principles underlying NIMS and identifies the benefits of using NIMS as a national response model. This program includes the following major topics: what is NIMS, Command and Management under NIMS, Public Information, Preparedness, Resource Management, Communications, Information Management and Supporting Technology. ICS-100: Introduction to Incident Command System Course Identifier: MGMT 146 This one day program provides training for personnel who require basic understanding of the Incident Command System (ICS). ICS-100, Introduction to the Incident Command System (ICS), introduces the Incident Command System and provides the foundation for higher level ICS training. This course describes the history, features, principles, and organizational structure of the Incident Command System. It also explains the relationship between ICS and the National Incident Management System (NIMS). The target audience includes persons involved with emergency planning, and response or recovery efforts. ICS-200: Basic Incident Command System (ICS) Single Resources and Initial Action Incidents Course Identifier: MGMT 147 This two day program is designed to enable personnel to operate efficiently during an incident or event within the Incident Command System (ICS). This program focuses on the management of single resources. 24

ICS-200 provides training for personnel who are likely to assume a supervisory position within the Incident Command System. The primary target audience is response personnel at the supervisory level. ICS-300: Intermediate ICS for Expanding Incidents Course Identifier: MGMT 263 This three day program provides training on and resources for personnel who require advanced application of the Incident Command system (ICS). Upon completion of this course the participants will be able to: describe how the NIMS Command and Management component supports the management of expanding incidents; describe the incident/even management process for expanding incidents and supervisors as prescribed by the Incident Command System (ICS); implement the incident management process on a simulated Type 3 incident; and develop an Incident Action Plan for a simulated incident. The target audience for this program includes individuals who are expected to perform in supervisory or tactical level management role at an incident or event. This includes individuals who may serve as Division or Group Supervisors, Branch Directors, Strike Team or Task Force Leaders, Unit Leaders, or multi-agency coordination system/emergency operations center (EOC) staff. This program expands upon information covered in the ICS-100 and ICS-200 courses. These courses are prerequisites for ICS-300. ICS-400: Advanced ICS for Command and General Staff, Complex Incidents and MACS Course Identifier: MGMT 264 This two day program provides training for personnel who require advanced application of the Incident Command System (ICS). Upon completion of this program the participants will be able to: explain how major incidents pose special management challenges; describe the circumstances in which an Area command is established; and describe the circumstances in which multi-agency coordination systems are established. The target audience for this program includes senior personnel who are expected to perform in management capacity at an incident or event. This includes individuals who may serve as Incident Commander or as members of the Command or General Staff, Area Command, or Multi-Agency Coordination entity (MAC)/Emergency Operations Center (EOC) management. This program expands upon information covered in the ICS-100, ICS-200 and ICS-300 courses. These courses are prerequisites for ICS-400 25

ICS-402: Incident Command System (ICS) Overview for Executives/Senior Officials Course Identifier IND 180 This four (4) hour program provides training and orientation to the Incident Command System (ICS) for Executives and Senior Officials; including elected officials, city/county managers, agency administrators, etc. This program includes the following major topics; what is ICS, ICS organization and features, Unified and Area Command, coordination and incident management assessment, and ICS preparedness. ICS-402: Incident Command System (ICS) Overview and Exercise For Executives / Senior Officials / Supervisors Course Identifier MGTS 268 This eight (8) hour course provides training and orientation to the Incident Command System (ICS) for Executives, Senior Officials, Agency Administrators, and Supervisors, Etc. This presentation includes the following major topics; what is ICS organization and features, Unified and Area Command, coordination and incident management assessment, and National Incident Management System (NIMS). The scenario exercise highlights the organizations / facility emergency operations plans and participants will implement the incident management process on a simulated incident affecting their facility. IS-700/ICS-100 Course Identifier: MGTS 220 This one day program provides an orientation to the National Incident Management System (NIMS) and basic understanding of the Incident Command System (ICS). This program describes the key principles of underlying NIMS/ICS and the relationships between ICS and NIMS. The NIMS presentation includes the following major topics: What is NIMS, Command and Management under NIMS, Public Information, Preparedness, Resource Management, Communications, Information Management and Supporting Technology. The ICS presentation also describes the history, features, principles, and organizational structure of the ICS. 26

IS-800-B: National Response Framework Course Identifier IND194 This three (3) hour course provides an orientation to the National Response Framework and describes; the key concepts and principles underlying the National Response Framework and develops an understanding of how the National Response Framework organization supports Federal, State and Local Government. This presentation includes the following major topics: purpose of the National Response Framework, response doctrine established by the National Response Framework, roles and responsibilities of response partners, actions that support national response, response organizations used for multi-agency coordination, and the relationship between planning and national preparedness. CHAINSAW SAFETY Course Identifier: IND 150 This one day program is designed for individuals involved in the use of chainsaws for felling, bucking, and limbing. The program is designed to give the student the basic knowledge and skills required in the use of chainsaws. The objectives will be accomplished by classroom lecture and practical evolutions. The student will receive basic instruction in chainsaw operations, personal protective equipment required, fueling and starting the chainsaw, felling, bucking, and limbing trees, working with windblown trees and electrical hazards. FIT TESTING The Occupational Safety and Health Administration Respiratory Protection Standard (OSHA 1910.134) require an annual fit test before an employee may be required to use a respirator. The employee must also be fit tested with the same make, model, style and size respirator he/she will be expected to use. Some of the significant requirements are: a medical evaluation to determine if the employee is capable of wearing a respirator, procedures for proper selection and use of respirators, training employees in the proper use of respirators, and a means for evaluating the respiratory protection program. MFRI uses the quantitative fit test method. This method incorporates OHD s Quantifit Respirator Fit Test System. Quantitative Fit Testing provides: OSHA accepted fit test procedures Numeric valuing for each test A computed fit factor as a benchmark A written report to confirm data A computer generated record 27

Fit test requirements Medical evaluation (prior to fit test) Annual fit test Training in the use of equipment Special Programs Section - Available Training Aircraft Rescue Fire Fighting Automated External Defibrillator Automatic Sprinkler Systems Basic Life Support for Health Care Providers Bloodborne Pathogens Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Certified Fire Protection Specialist (CFPS) Preparatory Chain Saw Safety Chlorine Emergencies Confined Space Awareness & Entry (OSHA) Confined Space Entry & Rescue (OSHA) Disaster Emergency Management and Business Continuity Disaster Management Awareness Driver Operator Aerial, ARFF, Pumper (NFPA 1002) Domestic Preparedness Response to Terrorism Electrical Safety (NFPA 70E) Emergency Action/Response Plan Emergency Medical Responder Emergency Medical Responder - Refresher Emergency Medical Technician Emergency Response Team Emergency Response Team Leader Emergency Vehicle Operator Employee Evacuation Procedures Fall Protection for General and Construction Industry Fire Codes and Inspection Fire Extinguishers Fire Department Safety Officer Fire Inspector I, II, III (NFPA 1031) Fire Instructor I, II, III (NFPA 1041) Fire Investigator (NFPA 1021) Fire Officer I, II, III, IV (NFPA 1021) Fire Protection Basic Overview of Fire Suppression Systems Fire Protection Inspection, Testing and Maintenance of Water Based Extinguishing Systems (NFPA 25) 28

Fire Protection - Special Agent Fire Extinguishing Systems Fire Protection Fire Hazard Recognition Special Occupancies Fire Protection Fire Pumps for Fire Protection Fire Protection Fire Detection and Alarm Systems Fire Fighter I, II (NFPA 1001) Gas Leak Emergencies Hazard Communication Hazardous Materials Awareness, Operations, Technician (NFPA 472) Hazardous Materials On-Scene Incident Commander (NFPA 472) Hazwoper Awareness, Operations, Technician (OSHA) Heartsaver First Aid Industrial Fire Brigade (Incipient and Structural NFPA 600, 1081) Laboratory Safety Lock-Out/Tagout National Incident Management Systems (NIMS) Occupational Safety and Health Standards for General Industry Occupational Safety and Health Standards for the Construction Industry Office Fire Safety and Evacuation OSHA and EPA Regulatory Compliance OSHA Best Practices for Hospital Based First Receivers Awareness OSHA Best Practices for Hospital Based First Receivers Operations Personal Protective Equipment Plans Examiner I, II Protective Envelope and Foam Rescue Technician Confined Space Rescue Rescue Technician Site Operations, Rescue Technician Vehicle and Machinery Extrication (NFPA 1006, 1670) Rescue Technician Structural Collapse Technician Rescue Technician Swiftwater Rescue Technician Rescue Technician Technical Rope Rescue Rescue Technician Trench Rescue Operations Respiratory Protection Respiratory Fit Testing Self Contained Breathing Apparatus Shipboard Firefighting for Land-based Firefighters Simulation Center Overview Simulation Center for the Fire and Rescue Service Simulation Center for Law Enforcement Simulation Center Class for Multi-Discipline Audiences Standpipe Systems Trench Construction and Safety (OSHA) For information and help Scheduling courses please contact Special Programs Section at the following email address specialprog@mfri.org. 29

For more information visit WWW.MFRI.ORG or call 1-800-ASK MFRI SPECIAL PROGRAMS SECTION Tel: 301-226-9940 Fax: 301-314-0692 specialprog@mfri.org 30