FFP 0030 - Firefighter I

191 con. hrs.
Contact Hours: 191
Occupational Credits: 6.4

This course will present the history of the fire service, firefighter safety and health, communications, building construction, the science of fire, PPE, fire extinguishers, ropes and knots, search and rescue, vehicle extrication and technical rescue, ladders, ventilation, water supply, hose handling, fire streams and fire control, salvage and overhaul, and fire and life safety initiatives. This course is a minimum of 191 hours of classroom and practical application. Course will meet the JPR’s of NFPA 1001 Standard for Firefighter Professional Qualifications, 2019 Edition. The Hazardous Materials component of the course will meet or exceed NFPA 1072: Standard for Hazardous Materials/Weapons of Mass Destruction Emergency Response Personnel Professional Qualifications, 2017 Edition.

Lab Fee: Yes
Course Designations: (CH)

Prerequisite(s): Program Admission.