Description
An introduction to the complex, challenging, and unforgiving environments firefighters find themselves in every day. Safety is a primary concern throughout their entire career. The 16 Firefighter Life Safety Initiatives created to ensure firefighters return home safely after every shift will be covered. Students will exercise together and must pass a physical fitness test at the conclusion of this course. Passing this course is required before starting FIRE2501, Recruit Candidate Academy.
Objectives:
? Understand fire service history.
? Contrast between career versus volunteer positions.
? Understand concepts of risk management and mitigation.
? Determine if student possess skills and aptitude for fire and emergency service careers.