Driver/Operator – Pumper Course
Description
This course is designed to provide you with the skills and knowledge for Driver/Operator-Pumper as described in Chapters 4 and 5 of the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 1002, Standard for Fire Apparatus Driver/Operator Professional Qualifications.
Upon successful completion of this course, you will be able to operate a fire department pumper during emergency situations. The course is designed around classroom lectures and field evolutions covering such activities as relay pumping, drafting, foam operations, apparatus maintenance, and driving.
The Driver/Operator course provides the tools necessary to obtain certification through the Texas Commission of Fire Protection (TCFP) This course is formatted for online course work and 2 days for skill practice. The skills portion and the final exam are done on-site and proctored according to §427.201(d) and §427.305 (in addition to the TCFP exam). Once the course is completed students need to be aware that their TCFP passing exam score is valid for 2 years and that if they do not apply and obtain that certification prior to their exam expiration date, they will have to retest in order to qualify to apply for the certification.
Prerequisites
Participants are required to present a valid Class C (passenger) driver’s license to the instructor on the first day of class. Participants that do not have a valid driver’s license will not be allowed to remain in the class.
Course Completion Requirements:
Textbook
IFSTA, Pumping and Aerial Driver/Operator Handbook, 3rd edition
IFSTA – https://moodle.ifsta.org
Dress Code
Duty Uniform is required (Skills Day)
Required for Class
- Textbook
- Laptop Computer / Tablet
Topics
- Apparatus inspections/maintenance
- Driving practices
- Fire service hydraulics
- Pump operations
- Pump operations using foam
- Pump operations/hydraulics
- Pump terminology
- Pump theory
- Relief valves/pressure governors/primers
- Types of gauges
- Water supplies
Suggested Audience
- Military and Department of Defense (DoD) Firefighters
- Municipal Firefighters
- Industrial Firefighters
Driver/Operator – Aerial Course
Description
This course is designed to provide you with the skills and knowledge for Driver/Operator-Pumper as described in Chapters 4 and 5 of the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 1002, Standard for Fire Apparatus Driver/Operator Professional Qualifications.
Upon successful completion of this course, you will be able to operate a fire department pumper during emergency situations. The course is designed around classroom lectures and field evolutions covering such activities as relay pumping, drafting, foam operations, apparatus maintenance, and driving.
The Driver/Operator course provides the tools necessary to obtain certification through the Texas Commission of Fire Protection (TCFP) This course is formatted for online course work and 2 days for skill practice. The skills portion and the final exam are done on-site and proctored according to §427.201(d) and §427.305 (in addition to the TCFP exam). Once the course is completed students need to be aware that their TCFP passing exam score is valid for 2 years and that if they do not apply and obtain that certification prior to their exam expiration date, they will have to retest in order to qualify to apply for the certification.
Prerequisites
Participants are required to present a valid Class C (passenger) driver’s license to the instructor on the first day of class. Participants that do not have a valid driver’s license will not be allowed to remain in the class.
Course Completion Requirements:
Textbook
IFSTA, Pumping and Aerial Driver/Operator Handbook, 3rd edition
IFSTA – https://moodle.ifsta.org
Dress Code
Duty Uniform is required (Skills Day)
Required for Class
- Textbook
- Laptop Computer / Tablet
Topics
- Apparatus inspections/maintenance
- Driving practices
- Aerial Operations
Suggested Audience
- Military and Department of Defense (DoD) Firefighters
- Municipal Firefighters
- Industrial Firefighters
Fire Instructor I Course
Description
This course is designed to meet the needs of entry-level fire and emergency service, instructors. The course meets or exceeds the job performance requirements in National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 1041, Standard for Fire Service Instructor Professional Qualifications, Chapter 4.
The Fire Instructor I course provides the tools necessary to obtain certification through the Texas Commission of Fire Protection (TCFP) This course is formatted for online course work and 2 days for skill practice and individual presentations. The skills portion and the final exam are done on-site and proctored according to §427.201(d) and §427.305 (in addition to the TCFP exam). Once the course is completed students need to be aware that their TCFP passing exam score is valid for 2 years and that if they do not apply and obtain that certification prior to their exam expiration date, they will have to retest in order to qualify to apply for the certification.
Prerequisites
Texas Commission on Fire Protection (TCFP) requires that a student have 3 years of service time prior to sitting for the state exam.
Course Completion Requirements:
Textbook
IFSTA, Fire and Emergency Services Instructor, 9th edition
IFSTA Resource One – https://moodle.ifsta.org
Dress Code
Duty Uniform or business casual dress is required (Skills Day)
Required for Class
- Textbook
- Laptop Computer
- Thumb/Flash drive
Topics
- Overview of instructor and student profiles
- Introduction to learning theories
- Use of instructional materials and media
- Maintaining student records and reports
- Techniques to communicate effectively
- Arranging the learning environment
- Overview of legal considerations of education
- Group activities and individual presentations
Suggested Audience
- Municipal Firefighters and Officers
- Volunteer Firefighters and Officers
Fire Instructor II Course
Description
This course is designed to meet the needs of the intermediate-level fire instructor by meeting or exceeding the job performance requirements in National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 1041, Standard for Fire Service Instructor Professional Qualifications, Chapter 5 “Fire Instructor II”.
The Fire Instructor II course provides the tools necessary to obtain certification through the Texas Commission of Fire Protection (TCFP) This course is formatted for online course work and 2 days for skill practice. The skills portion and the final exam are done on-site and proctored according to §427.201(d) and §427.305 (in addition to the TCFP exam). Once the course is completed students need to be aware that their TCFP passing exam score is valid for 2 years and that if they do not apply and obtain that certification prior to their exam expiration date, they will have to retest in order to qualify to apply for the certification.
Prerequisites
Texas Commission on Fire Protection (TCFP) Fire Instructor I
Course Completion Requirements:
Textbook
IFSTA, Fire and Emergency Services Instructor, 9th edition
IFSTA Resource One – https://moodle.ifsta.org
Dress Code
Duty Uniform or business casual dress is required (Skills Day)
Required for Class
- Textbook
- Laptop Computer
- Thumb/Flash drive
Topics
- Managing Instructional resources
- Preparing lesson plans for specialized and advanced courses
- Developing evaluation instruments
- Developing topic specific instructional materials
- Teaching methods and techniques
Suggested Audience
- Municipal Firefighters and Officers
- Volunteer Firefighters and Officers
Fire Instructor III Course
Description
The Fire Instructor III course is designed to meet or exceed the elements of NFPA 1041, Standard for Fire Service Instructor Professional Qualifications, Chapter 6 “Fire Instructor III”.
The Fire Instructor III course provides the tools necessary to obtain certification through the Texas Commission of Fire Protection (TCFP) This course is formatted for online course work and 2 days for skill practice. The skills portion and the final exam are done on-site and proctored according to §427.201(d) and §427.305 (in addition to the TCFP exam). Once the course is completed students need to be aware that their TCFP passing exam score is valid for 2 years and that if they do not apply and obtain that certification prior to their exam expiration date, they will have to retest in order to qualify to apply for the certification.
Prerequisites
Texas Commission on Fire Protection (TCFP) Fire Instructor II
Course Completion Requirements:
Textbook
IFSTA, Fire and Emergency Services Instructor, 9th edition
IFSTA Resource One – https://moodle.ifsta.org
Dress Code
Duty Uniform or business casual dress is required (Skills Day)
Required for Class
- Textbook
- Laptop Computer
- Thumb/Flash drive
Topics
- Curriculum development and implementation
- Instructional design and program planning
- Instructional management policies and procedures
- Program Evaluation
Suggested Audience
- Municipal Firefighters and Officers
- Volunteer Firefighters and Officers
Fire Officer I Course
Description
This course is designed for the first-line company officer/supervisor. The Fire Officer I course satisfies the requirements of the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA 1021), Chapter 4 and provides the tools necessary to obtain certification through the Texas Commission on Fire Protection (TCFP). The purpose of this course is to improve your abilities to manage a single fire company. This includes responsibilities such as the development of an Incident Action Plan (IAP), personnel management and mentoring, and community relations
This course is designed to be online and self-paced, with two days to administer skills. The skills portion and the final exam are done on-site and proctored according to §427.201(d) and §427.305 (in addition to the TCFP exam). Once the course is completed students need to be aware that their TCFP passing exam score is valid for 2 years and that if they do not apply and obtain that certification prior to their exam expiration date, they will have to retest in order to qualify to apply for the certification.
Prerequisites
Texas Commission on Fire Protection (TCFP) requires TCFP Basic Firefighter or IFSAC Firefighter II and Instructor I Certification prior to scheduling the TCFP Fire Officer I Certification examination.
Course Completion Requirements:
Textbook
IFSTA, Fire and Emergency Services Company Officer, 6th edition
IFSTA Resource One – https://moodle.ifsta.org
Dress Code
Duty Uniform or business casual dress is required (Skills Day)
Required for Class
- Textbook
- Laptop Computer
- Thumb/Flash drive
Topics
- Role of the Fire Officer
- Public Relations
- Recognizing & Managing Cultural Diversity
- Safety & Wellness of Fire Service Personnel
- Management within Organizational Structure
- Community Awareness
- Building Construction
- Incident Command System (ICS)
- Fire Officer Responsibilities in Compliance & Accountability
- Fire Safety Education
- Functional Leadership
- Fire Cause Determination
- Problem Solving
- Performance Appraisals
- Effective Communication Skills
- Strategy & Tactics
Suggested Audience
- Career Firefighters and Officer
- Volunteer Firefighters and Officers
Continuing Education & Professional Credits
- Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE)
Fire Officer II Course
Description
This course is designed for the mid-level officer/supervisor. The Fire Officer II course satisfies the requirements of the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA 1021), Chapter 5 and provides the tools necessary to obtain certification through the Texas Commission on Fire Protection (TCFP). The purpose of this course is to improve your abilities to manage multiple fire companies. This includes responsibilities such as strategic planning and operations, personnel development, and organizational communications.
This course is designed to be online and self-paced, with two days to administer skills. The skills portion and the final exam are done on-site and proctored according to §427.201(d) and §427.305 (in addition to the TCFP exam). Once the course is completed students need to be aware that their TCFP passing exam score is valid for 2 years and that if they do not apply and obtain that certification prior to their exam expiration date, they will have to retest in order to qualify to apply for the certification.
Prerequisites
Texas Commission on Fire Protection (TCFP) requires TCFP Fire Officer I prior to scheduling the TCFP Fire Officer II Certification examination.
Course Completion Requirements:
Textbook
IFSTA, Fire and Emergency Services Company Officer, 6th edition
IFSTA Resource One – https://moodle.ifsta.org
Dress Code
Duty Uniform or business casual dress is required (Skills Day)
Required for Class
- Textbook
- Laptop Computer
- Thumb/Flash drive
Topics
- Budgetary process
- Fire safety inspection
- Health and safety
- Human resource management
- Information management systems
- Managing affirmative action
- Organizational communication
- Public fire education
- Specialized fire protection equipment
- Strategic Planning
- Superior and subordinate interaction
- Working with government agencies
Suggested Audience
- Current or Future Mid-Level Officers
- Military and Department of Defense (DoD) Firefighters and Officers
- Municipal Firefighters and Officers
- Volunteer Firefighters and Officers
Fire Officer III & IV Course
Description
This course meets the needs of fire executive management and satisfies the requirements of the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 1021 Standard for Fire Officer Professional Qualifications, Chapters six “Fire Officer 3” and seven “Fire Officer 4”. The course is designed around classroom lectures and group interactive exercises to improve your abilities to manage a fire service organization. The course emphasizes community/government relations, model planning, budgeting, human resources, trends and support organizations, and emergency service delivery. The course includes a written project that requires you to develop a strategic plan.
This course is designed to be on-line and self-paced, with two days to administer skills. The
skills portion and the final exam are done on-site and proctored according to §427.201(d) and §427.305 (in addition to the TCFP exam). Once the course is completed students need to be aware that their TCFP passing exam score is valid for 2 years and that if they do not apply and obtain that certification prior to their exam expiration date, they will have to retest in order to qualify to apply for the certification.
Prerequisites
Texas Commission on Fire Protection (TCFP) requires TCFP Fire Officer II and Fire Instructor II prior to scheduling the TCFP Fire Officer III and/or Fire Officer IV Certification examination.
Course Completion Requirements:
Textbook
IFSTA, Chief Officer, 4th edition
IFSTA Resource One – https://moodle.ifsta.org
Dress Code
Duty Uniform or business casual dress is required (Skills Day)
Required for Class
- Textbook
- Laptop Computer
- Thumb/Flash drive
Topics
- Introduction & Orientation
- Community/Government Relations
- Model & Long-range Planning
- Working with Budgets
- Managing Personnel/Human Resources
- Safety Programs/Risk Management
- Trends & Support Organizations
- Inspection & Investigation Programs
- Soliciting & Awarding Bids
- Emergency Services Delivery
Suggested Audience
- Current or Future Mid-Level Officers
- Military and Department of Defense (DoD) Firefighters and Officers
- Municipal Firefighters and Officers
- Volunteer Firefighters and Officers
Incident Safety Officer Course
Description
An Incident Safety Officer is an individual who has met the requirements of Fire Officer Level I specified in NFPA 1021, Standard for Fire Officer Professional Qualifications and Chapter 6 of NFPA 1521, Standard for Fire Department Safety Officer and has the knowledge, skill, and abilities to manage incident scene safety by having and maintaining a knowledge of:
- Emergency operations
- Building construction
- Fire science and behavior relative to predicting hostile fire events
- The fire department’s personnel accountability system
- Incident scene rehabilitation strategies.
Additional Incident Safety Officer duties include:
- Risk evaluation
- Resource evaluation
- Hazard identification and communication
- Action plan review
- Safety briefings
- Collapse zoning
- Accident investigation
- Post-incident analysis
- Safety committee participation
The incident safety officer course provides the tools necessary to obtain certification through the Texas Commission of Fire Protection (TCFP) This course is formatted for online course work and 1 day for skill practice. The skills portion and the final exam are done on-site and proctored according to §427.201(d) and §427.305 (in addition to the TCFP exam). Once the course is completed students need to be aware that their TCFP passing exam score is valid for 2 years and that if they do not apply and obtain that certification prior to their exam expiration date, they will have to retest in order to qualify to apply for the certification.
Prerequisites
Texas Commission on Fire Protection (TCFP) requires you have Fire Officer I and Fire Instructor I prior to sitting for the Incident Safety Officer exam.
Course Completion Requirements:
Textbook
Jones and Bartlett, Incident Safety Officer, 3rd edition
Jones and Bartlett – Navigate 2 – https://www.jblearning.com
Dress Code
Duty Uniform or business casual dress is required (Skills Day)
Required for Class
- Textbook
- Laptop Computer
- Thumb/Flash drive
Suggested Audience
- Military and Department of Defense (DoD) Firefighters and Officers
- Municipal Firefighters and Officers
- Volunteer Firefighters and Officers
Fire Inspector Course
Description
This course is designed for the individual conducting fire inspections, life safety surveys/inspection, and fire code enforcement for multi-occupancy. The Fire Inspector II course satisfies the requirements of the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 1031 Standard for Professional Qualifications for Fire Inspector and Plans Examiner, Chapter 5 “Fire Inspector I & II.” It is designed around students reading the textbook, online quizzes, test and individual activities to provide the student the needed skills and knowledge to conduct single occupancy fire inspections.
The Fire Inspector course provides the tools necessary to obtain certification through the Texas Commission of Fire Protection (TCFP) This course is formatted for online course work and 2 days for skill practice. The skills portion and the final exam are done on-site and proctored according to §427.201(d) and §427.305 (in addition to the TCFP exam). Once the course is completed students need to be aware that their TCFP passing exam score is valid for 2 years and that if they do not apply and obtain that certification prior to their exam expiration date, they will have to retest in order to qualify to apply for the certification.
Prerequisites
N/A
Course Completion Requirements:
Textbook
IFSTA, Fire Inspection and Code Enforcement, 8th edition
IFSTA Resource One – https://moodle.ifsta.com
Dress Code
Duty Uniform or business casual dress is required (Skills Day)
Required for Class
- Textbook
- Laptop Computer
- Thumb/Flash drive
Topics
- Duties and Authority
- Standards, Codes, and Permits
- Fire Behavior
- Construction Types and Occupancy Classifications
- Building Construction: Materials and Structural Systems
- Building Construction: Components
- Means of Egress
- Water Supply Distribution Systems
- Water-Based Fire-Suppression Systems
- Special-Agent Fire-Extinguishing Systems and Extinguishers
- Fire Detection and Alarm Systems
- Fire Hazard Recognition
- Site Access
- Hazardous Materials: Descriptions and Identification Methods
- Hazardous Materials: Storing, Handling, Dispensing, Transporting, Using, and Disposing
- Plans Review and Field Verifications
- Inspection Procedures
Suggested Audience
- Emergency Response Personnel
- Civilian Personnel
Plan Examiner I Course
Description
The Plan Examiner I is used to analyze building construction, hazardous processes and architectural drawings or plans to ensure compliance with building and fire codes and this curriculum is designed to provide clear guidance that ensures adequate presentation of the information required to meet the Job Performance Requirements (JPRs) of the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 1031, Standard for Professional Qualifications for Fire Inspector and Plan Examiner, 2014 Edition.
The Plan Examiner I course provides the tools necessary to obtain certification through the Texas Commission of Fire Protection (TCFP) This course is formatted for online course work and 2 days for skill practice. The skills portion and the final exam are done on-site and proctored according to §427.201(d) and §427.305 (in addition to the TCFP exam). Once the course is completed students need to be aware that their TCFP passing exam score is valid for 2 years and that if they do not apply and obtain that certification prior to their exam expiration date, they will have to retest in order to qualify to apply for the certification.
Prerequisites
None
Course Completion Requirements:
Textbook
IFSTA, Plans Examiner for Fire and Emergency Services, 2nd edition
IFSTA Resource One – https://moodle.ifsta.com
Dress Code
Duty Uniform or business casual dress is required (Skills Day)
Required for Class
- Textbook
- Laptop Computer
- Thumb/Flash drive
Topics
- Role of the Plans Examiner
- Plans Review Process
- Codes and Standards
- Plan Sets
- Site, Plot, Utility, and Landscape Plans
- Architectural Plans
- Structural Plans
- Mechanical Plans
- Electrical Plans
- Automatic Sprinkler and Standpipe System Plans
- Fire Alarm and Detection Systems
- Automatic Elevators, Fire Command Centers, and Fire Extinguishing and Smoke Control Systems
- Other Plans Review Related to Fire Protection
- Alternative Design Methods
- Renovations and Tenant Improvements
Suggested Audience
- Emergency Response Personnel
- Civilian Personnel
Fire Investigator Course
Description
This course satisfies a portion of the job performance requirements as described in National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 1033, Standard for Fire Investigator Professional Qualifications.
The Fire Investigator course provides the tools necessary to obtain certification through the Texas Commission of Fire Protection (TCFP) This course is formatted for online course work and 2 days for skill practice. The skills portion and the final exam are done on-site and proctored according to §427.201(d) and §427.305 (in addition to the TCFP exam). Once the course is completed students need to be aware that their TCFP passing exam score is valid for 2 years and that if they do not apply and obtain that certification prior to their exam expiration date, they will have to retest in order to qualify to apply for the certification.
Prerequisites
None
Course Completion Requirements:
Textbook
IFSTA, Fire Investigator, 2nd edition
IFSTA Resource One – https://moodle.ifsta.com
Dress Code
Duty Uniform or business casual dress is required (Skills Day)
Required for Class
- Textbook
- Laptop Computer
- Thumb/Flash drive
Topics
- Administration
- Fire Methodology
- Basic Fire Science
- Fire Patterns
- Building Systems
- Active Fire Protections Systems
- Building Fuel Gas Systems
- Fire-Related Human Behavior
- Legal Considerations
- Safety
- Sources of Information
- Planning the Investigation
Suggested Audience
- Department of Defense (DoD) Fire Departments
- Municipal Fire Departments
Fire and Life Safety Educator I Course
Description
This course is designed for the individual to deliver to their community fire and risk prevention programs that intend to eliminate or mitigate situations that endanger lives, property, and the environment. The Fire and Life Safety Educator I course is designed to satisfy the job performance requirements (JPRs) of the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 1035 Chapter 4 and provide the tools necessary to obtain certification through the Texas Commission on Fire Protection (TCFP) and State Firefighters’ and Fire Marshals’ Association of Texas (SFFMA).
The Fire and Life Safety Educator I course provides the tools necessary to obtain certification through the Texas Commission of Fire Protection (TCFP) This course is formatted for online course work and 2 days for skill practice. The skills portion and the final exam are done on-site and proctored according to §427.201(d) and §427.305 (in addition to the TCFP exam). Once the course is completed students need to be aware that their TCFP passing exam score is valid for 2 years and that if they do not apply and obtain that certification prior to their exam expiration date, they will have to retest in order to qualify to apply for the certification.
Prerequisites
None
Course Completion Requirements:
Textbook
Jones and Bartlett, Fire and Life Safety Educator: Principles and Practice, 2nd edition
Jones and Bartlett – https://navigate2.jblearning.com
Dress Code
Duty Uniform or business casual dress is required (Skills Day)
Required for Class
- Textbook
- Laptop Computer
- Thumb/Flash drive
Topics
- Managing Instructional resources
- Preparing lesson plans for specialized and advanced courses
- Developing evaluation instruments
- Developing topic specific instructional materials
- Teaching methods and techniques
Suggested Audience
- Emergency Response Personnel
- Civilian Personnel
Fire and Life Safety Educator II Course
Description
This course is designed for the individual who manages FLSEs, and manages their community fire and risk prevention programs that intend to eliminate or mitigate situations that endanger lives, property, and the environment. The Fire and Life Safety Educator II course is designed to satisfy the job performance requirements (JPRs) of the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 1035 Chapter 4 and provide the tools necessary to obtain certification through the Texas Commission on Fire Protection (TCFP) and State Firefighters’ and Fire Marshals’ Association of Texas (SFFMA).
The Fire and Life Safety Educator II course provides the tools necessary to obtain certification through the Texas Commission of Fire Protection (TCFP) This course is formatted for online course work and 2 days for skill practice. The skills portion and the final exam are done on-site and proctored according to §427.201(d) and §427.305 (in addition to the TCFP exam). Once the course is completed students need to be aware that their TCFP passing exam score is valid for 2 years and that if they do not apply and obtain that certification prior to their exam expiration date, they will have to retest in order to qualify to apply for the certification.
Prerequisites
Must hold TCFP Fire and Life Safety Educator I certification
Course Completion Requirements:
Textbook
Jones and Bartlett, Fire and Life Safety Educator: Principles and Practice, 2nd edition
Jones and Bartlett – https://navigate2.jblearning.com
Dress Code
Duty Uniform or business casual dress is required (Skills Day)
Required for Class
- Textbook
- Laptop Computer
- Thumb/Flash drive
Topics
- Managing Instructional resources
- Preparing lesson plans for specialized and advanced courses
- Developing evaluation instruments
- Developing topic specific instructional materials
- Teaching methods and techniques
Suggested Audience
- Emergency Response Personnel
- Civilian Personnel
Incident Commander Course
Description
This course is designed for an individual responsible for all incident activities, including the development of strategies and tactics and the ordering and the release of resources. Has overall authority and responsibility for conducting incident operations and for managing all incident operations at the incident site. This course meets the Job Performance Requirements (JPRs) of chapters 4 of National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 1026, Standard for Incident Management Personnel Professional Qualifications, 2018 edition. and provides the tools necessary to obtain certification through Texas Commission on Fire Protection (TCFP).This course is designed to be on-line and self-paced, with two days to administer skills. The skills portion and the final exam are done on-site and proctored according to §427.201(d) and §427.305 (in addition to the TCFP exam). Once the course is completed students need to be aware that their TCFP passing exam score is valid for 2 years and that if they do not apply and obtain that certification prior to their exam expiration date, they will have to retest in order to qualify to apply for the certification.
Prerequisites
None
Course Completion Requirements:
Textbooks
IFSTA, Command and Control: ICS, Strategy Development and Tactical Selections, Book 1 (2nd
ed.)
IFSTA Resource One – https://moodle.ifsta.org
Dress Code
Duty Uniform or business casual dress is required (Skills Day)
Required for Class
• Textbook
• Laptop Computer
• Thumb/Flash drive
Topics
• Fire Dynamics
• Pre-Fire Planning
• Incident Command System (ICS)
• Size- Up
• Strategy
• Tactics
Suggested Audience
• Career Firefighters and Officer
• Volunteer Firefighters and Officers
Hazmat Incident Commander Course
Description
This course is designed for an individual responsible for Hazardous Material incident activities to include the development of strategies and tactics and the ordering and the release of resources. Has overall authority and responsibility for conducting incident operations and for managing all incident operations at the incident site. and provide clear guidance that ensures adequate presentation of the information required to meet the Job Performance Requirements (JPRs) of National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 1072, Standard for Hazardous Materials/Weapons of Mass Destruction Emergency Response Personnel Professional Qualifications, 2017 edition and provides the tools necessary to obtain certification through Texas Commission on Fire Protection (TCFP). This course is designed to be on-line and self-paced, with 1 day to administer skills. The skills portion and the final exam are done on-site and proctored according to §427.201(d) and §427.305 (in addition to the TCFP exam). Once the course is completed students need to be aware that their TCFP passing exam score is valid for 2 years and that if they do not apply and obtain that certification prior to their exam expiration date, they will have to retest in order to qualify to apply for the certification.
Prerequisites
None
Course Completion Requirements:
Textbook
Jones & Bartlett: Hazardous Materials: Managing the Incident, Revised 4th Ed.
Navigate 2 – www.jblearning.com
Emergency Response Guide 2020
Dress Code
Duty Uniform or business casual dress is required (Skills Day)
Required for Class
• Textbook
• Laptop Computer
• Thumb/Flash drive
Topics
• Laws, Regulations, and National Consensus Standards
• Analyze Incident Types
• Planning the Response
• Implement the Incident Action Plan (IAP)
• Evaluate Progress and Adjust IAP
• Termination of the incident
Suggested Audience
• Career Firefighters and Officer
• Volunteer Firefighters and Officers