FIRE 0007. Fundamentals of Fire Service Operations
Units: 3
Advisory: Completion with grade of "C" or better or concurrent enrollment in FIRE 1
Hours: 54 lecture
Fundamentals of fire department organization, management, and resources, and the use of those resources to control various emergencies. Includes safety, operational considerations, evaluation of tactics and strategies with a focus on making behavioral changes for positive outcomes. (CSU-with unit limitation)
FIRE 0007 - Fundamentals of Fire Service Operations
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Catalog Description DESCRIPTION IS HERE: Advisory: Completion with grade of "C" or better or concurrent enrollment in FIRE 1 Hours: 54 lecture Description: Fundamentals of fire department organization, management, and resources, and the use of those resources to control various emergencies. Includes safety, operational considerations, evaluation of tactics and strategies with a focus on making behavioral changes for positive outcomes. (CSU-with unit limitation) Units 3 Lecture-Discussion 54 Laboratory By Arrangement Contact Hours 54 Outside of Class Hours Course Student Learning Outcomes Compare and contrast the organizational divisions of a typical fire department and evaluate the duties and responsibilities of these divisions. Analyze the management systems and give examples of where they could be used in the fire service. Evaluate and defend the safety considerations that should be used on various emergency incidents. Course Content Outline I. Fire Service Operations A. Responsibilities and Authority B. Types of Agencies 1. Federal, State, County, City 2. Volunteer, Paid, Part Paid II. Fire Department Organization A. Organization Structure 1. Chain of command, unity of command, span of control 2. Duties and responsibilities within the organization III. Fire Service Management A. Administration 1. Mission Statement 2. Budget Process 3. Goals & Objectives B. Management Systems 1. Non-emergency 2. Emergency C. Private Fire Protection Agencies 1. Metro/Rural 2. Fire Brigade IV. Multi-Agency Coordinating Systems A. State, Region, County, Area B. Mutual Aid, Automatic Aid, Move up C. Alarm Classifications 1. Still Alarms, Box Alarms, Multiple Alarms 2. 1st, 2nd, 3rd Alarms V. Support and Regulatory Agencies A. Support 1. Cal EMA, FEMA, SFM, Law Enforcement B. Regulatory 1. OSHA, County and State Health VI. Dispatch Systems A. How calls are received and units dispatched 1. Computer Aided 2. Manually Operated B. Local and Supervised Alarm Systems VII. Types of Fire Department Apparatus A. Types of Engines and Their Equipment B. Ladder Trucks and Aerial Platforms C. Aircraft and Airport Apparatus D. Wildland Apparatus E. Auxiliary Apparatus F. EMS Apparatus VIII. Structural Firefighting A. Fire Behavior in Structures B. Building Construction Hazards C. Tactics and Strategy D. Types of Attacks E. Supporting Fire Protection Systems F. Fire Ground Safety IX. Wildland Firefighting A. Fire Behavior B. Tactics and Strategy 1. Ground Attack 2. Air Attack C. Fireline Safety X. Emergency Medical Services A. Types of Incidents B. Training Requirements C. Ambulances and Squads D. Safety XI. Transportation Incidents A. Roadway B. Aircraft C. Rail D. Marine E. Safety XII. Hazardous Materials A. Classification and Identification System B. Transportation and Pipeline Incidents C. Handling and Storage Incidents D. Tactics and Strategy E. Reference Texts F. Safety XIII. Fire Investigation Responsibilities A. Preservation of Evidence Course Objectives Course Objectives 1. Compare and contrast the organizational divisions of a typical fire department and evaluate the duties and responsibilities of these divisions; 2. analyze the management systems and give examples of where they could be used in the fire service; 3. analyze the elements of mutual aid and automatic aid and the constraints and capabilities of each for a second alarm or larger incident; 4. compare and contrast the various ways emergency calls can come into a dispatch system and explain how units are dispatched; 5. compare and contrast three separate pieces of fire apparatus and explain where they would be used; 6. analyze the steps of size-up and explain how they apply to a structure fire; 7. assess what impact regulatory agencies and doctrines have upon a firefighter; 8. evaluate safety procedures used on a wildland fire; 9. compare the differences between the duties of a fire service unit and a private ambulance on a typical motor vehicle accident; 10. list and defend the safety considerations that should be used on various emergency incidents; and 11. investigate how to preserve evidence for a fire investigator on a structural fire. Methods of Evaluation Objective Examinations Projects Reports Reading Assignments 1. The student will read the section in the textbook on organizations related to the fire service. They will then thoroughly investigate an assigned organization and give a classroom presentation on how the organization interacts with a fire department. 2. The student will read the chapter on the Incident Command System and complete a worksheet diagramming the five major functional areas of the ICS. Writing, Problem Solving or Performance 1. Prepare a report of a LODD or LODI occurred. Determine what issues were the causation of the incident and steps the agency can take to avoid similar incidents in the future. 2. Write a short report describing the pros and cons of positive pressure ventilation on tactical considerations. Other (Term projects, research papers, portfolios, etc.) Write a research paper on a chosen fire agency describing the following: 1. What is the organization, name etc.? 2. Organizational logo? 3. A detailed organizational chart including a flow chart of the different divisions? 4. History of the organization? 5. Core Values & what do they mean to the administration, firefighters and various department personnel? 6. Mission Statement? 7. What services do they provide? (i.e. EMS, Fire Suppression, Water Rescue, Haz-Mat mitigation etc…) 8. What are the different divisions they have? (i.e. Operations, Finance, Logistics, etc) 9. How do the different divisions interact with the community they serve? 10. Statistics: a. How many Structure Fires per year? b. How many Wild land Fires per year? c. EMS Runs per year? d. Technical Rescues per year? e. Public Assist Runs per year f. False Alarms do they run per year? 11. How many fire stations? 12. Do they have special operations units? (i.e. HazMat, Technical Rescue Unit, H2O Rescue Boats, MCI Unit, etc.) 13. Busiest fire house, how many calls per year? 14. Slowest fire house, how many calls per year? 15. What does it take to get a job with their organization as an entry level fire fighter(minimum qualification)? 16. Where does the administration see the department in 2, 5 or 10 years? (Do they have a 2, 5 or 10 year strategic plan?) 17. Does the agency operate using SOP’s (standard operating procedures), SOG’s (standard operating guidelines)? Please attach a copy of what you find of one of there SOG’s or SOP’s and describe what particular standard is used for? Methods of Instruction Lecture/Discussion Distance Learning Other materials and-or supplies required of students that contribute to the cost of the course.
HDEV 0007 - Health, Safety, and Nutrition
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Catalog Description DESCRIPTION IS HERE: Formerly known as HDEV 6 and 8 Hours: 54 lecture Description: Laws, regulations, standards, policies, procedures, and best practices related to health, safety, and nutrition in early childhood settings. Includes prevention strategies, nutrition, and meal planning for various ages and planning educational experiences integrated into daily routines designed to teach children positive health, safety, and nutrition habits. (C-ID ECE 220) (CSU) Units 3 Lecture-Discussion 54 Laboratory By Arrangement Contact Hours 54 Outside of Class Hours Course Student Learning Outcomes Describe strategies used to promote health, safety, and nutrition of children and adults in early childhood settings. Evaluate environments for both positive and negative impacts on children’s health and safety. Identify regulations, standards, policies, and procedures related to health, safety, and nutrition in early childhood settings. Course Content Outline I. Interrelationships between health, safety, and nutrition a. Defining physical and mental health b. Defining safety c. Defining nutrition II. Laws, codes, regulations, and policies a. Fire and health codes b. Title 22 c. Title 5 d. Emergency Medical Services Authority e. Municipal requirements f. Food programs g. Child abuse and neglect i. Mandated reporting ii. Prevention strategies iii. Community resources III. Safety management a. Safe environments b. Prevention and care c. Emergency preparedness response and recovery d. Car seats IV. Health management a. Universal precautions b. Food safety c. Communicable diseases d. Infectious process e. Illness and exclusion policies f. Sleeping and napping g. Diapering and toileting h. Daily health check i. Health assessment tools j. Staff safety and well being i. Risk management ii. Employee policies 1. Physical health 2. Mental health V. Common health issues such as pink eye, lice, runny nose VI. Chronic and acute illnesses such as allergies, mental health, obesity VII. Teacher as role model of best health, safety, and nutrition practices VIII. Collaboration between teachers and families to promote health and safety a. Communication i. Families ii. Other health professionals b. Community resources IX. Meals and snacks a. Nutrition guidelines b. Diet analysis c. Mealtime policies d. Menu planning e. Budgeting f. Culture, traditions, and family choices g. Sanitary food handling X. Planning learning experiences in health, safety, and nutrition a. Developmentally sound practices b. Cultural, linguistic, and developmental differences of families, teachers, and children c. Integrated into daily routines d. Physical fitness XI. Adjusting for a. Various ages i. Infants and toddlers ii. Preschool iii. School age b. Children with special needs c. Medical needs d. Interventions Course Objectives Course Objectives 1. Define the broad concepts of health, safety, and nutrition. 2. Identify laws and regulations supporting health, safety, and nutrition in early childhood settings. 3. Identify health and safety risks in early childhood settings. 4. Describe a caregiver’s role and responsibility in modeling good health, safety, and nutrition habits. 5. Plan economical and nutritious meals and snacks based on the age and individual needs of children. 6. Plan learning experiences on the topics of health, safety, and nutrition. Methods of Evaluation Classroom Discussions Essay Examinations Objective Examinations Problem Solving Examinations Projects Reports Skill Demonstrations Reading Assignments 1. Read professional periodicals and other research-based sources and write recommendations for parents on ways to improve a child's diet in terms of calories, carbohydrates, protein, vitamins and minerals. 2. Read professional periodicals and/or internet sources on a variety of health and safety issues related to infants' and young children's experiences in child care settings. Be prepared to discuss Health and Safety issues and experiences. Writing, Problem Solving or Performance 1. Read professional periodicals and other research-based sources and write recommendations for parents on ways to improve a child's diet in terms of calories, carbohydrates, protein, vitamins and minerals. 2. Read professional periodicals and/or internet sources on a variety of health and safety issues related to infants' and young children's experiences in child care settings. Be prepared to discuss Health and Safety issues and experiences. Other (Term projects, research papers, portfolios, etc.) 1. Project: Students will be given a list of symptoms of an infectious disease and will develop a plan on how they would manage the disease, precautions they would take in communicating the outbreak to staff and families enrolled in the child care program, and determine if they would be required to report the incidence of the disease to the local social services department. 2. Develop a nutrition lesson plan for healthful eating for preschool children. Methods of Instruction Lecture/Discussion Distance Learning Other materials and-or supplies required of students that contribute to the cost of the course.
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