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FIRE 0102 - Firefighter II Training

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Catalog Description DESCRIPTION IS HERE: Prerequisite: Certified Firefighter I or equivalent as determined by the Fire Technology Program Coordinator; possession of a current Emergency Medical Technician certificate; and submission of a physician's physical verification, including a spirometry test Hours: 128 (58 lecture, 70 laboratory) Description: Provides the skills and knowledge needed for the entry level firefighter to perform his/her duties safely, effectively, and competently. Covers general knowledge germane to the profession, fire department communications, fireground operations, rescue operations, prevention, preparedness and maintenance. (not transferable) Units 4.5 Lecture-Discussion 58 Laboratory 70 By Arrangement Contact Hours 128 Outside of Class Hours Course Student Learning Outcomes Describe the roles and responsibilities of the Firefighter II. Demonstrate various foam application techniques for extinguishing an ignitable liquid fire. Describe different suppression approaches and practices for various types of structural fires. Demonstrate how to complete a fire service incident report. Course Content Outline I. Firefighter II Certification Process A. Levels of certification in the Firefighter II certification track B. Courses required for Firefighter II C. Other requirements for Firefighter II D. Capstone task book process 1. Prerequisites and course work 2. Fees and request capstone task book 3. Job performance requirements included in the task book 4. Verify individual task completion via signature 5. Fire Chief or authorized representative verify task book completion via signature 6. Employed by a California Fire Agency in the position prior to submitting completed task book to State Fire Training II. General Knowledge Requirements A. Responsibilities of the Firefighter II in performing assigned duties in conformance with applicable NFPA standards and other safety regulations and AHJ procedures B. Role of a Firefighter II within the organization C. Need for command D. Responsibilities of the Firefighter II in assuming and transferring command within the incident management system 1. Size-up 2. Arrival report 3. Initial strategies and tactics or initial incident action plan (IAP) 4. Assign resources 5. Implement the incident command system 6. Transfer of command briefing E. Organize and coordinate the incident management system until command is transferred F. Function within an assigned role in the incident management system III. Fire Department Communications A. Completing Incident Reports 1. Content requirements for basic incident reports 2. Purpose and usefulness of accurate reports 3. Consequences of inaccurate reports 4. How to obtain necessary information 5. Required coding procedures 6. Necessary codes 7. Proofread reports 8. Fire department computers or other equipment necessary to complete reports B. Basic Company Communications 1. Describe standard operating procedures for alarm assignments 2. Fire department radio communication procedures 3. Operate Fire department radio communications equipment IV. Fireground Operations A. Extinguishing an Ignitable Liquid Fire 1. Methods by which foam prevents or controls a hazard 2. Principles by which foam is generated 3. Causes for poor foam generation and corrective measures 4 . Difference between hydrocarbon and polar solvent fuels and the concentrates that work on each 5. Characteristics, uses, and limitations of firefighting foams 6. Advantages and disadvantages of using fog nozzles versus foam nozzles for foam application 7. Foam stream application techniques 8. Hazards associated with foam use 9. Methods to reduce or avoid hazards 10. Foam concentrate supply for use 11. Foam stream components 12. Demonstrate various foam application techniques 13. Approach and retreat from spills as part of a coordinated team B.Controlling a Flammable Gas Cylinder Fire 1. Characteristics of pressurized flammable gases 2. Elements of a gas cylinder 3. Effects of heat and pressure on closed cylinders 4. Boiling liquid expanding vapor explosion (BLEVE) signs and effects 5. Methods for identifying contents 6. Identify safe havens before approaching flammable gas cylinder fires 7. Water stream usage and demands for pressurized cylinder fires 8. What to do if the fire is prematurely extinguished 9. Valve types and their operation 10. Alternative actions related to various hazards and when to retreat 11. Effective advances and retreats 12. Apply various techniques for water application 13. Cylinder integrity and changing cylinder conditions 14. Operate control valves 15. effective procedures when conditions change C. Coordinating an Interior Attach Line 1. Nozzle and hose selection for fire attack given different fire situations a. 1 ½-, 1 ¾-, or 2 ½-inch hand line b. Smooth bore selection versus fog c. Bundle versus preconnect d. Wyed line versus single lines e. Special use nozzles 2. Adapter and appliance selection used for specific fireground situations 3. Dangerous building conditions created by fire and fire suppression activities a. Conditions and signs preceding flashover b. Anticipating rapid fire development c. Reading smoke (volume, velocity, density, and color) 4. Indicators of building collapse 5. Describe the effects of fire and fire suppression activities on wood, masonry (brick, block, stone), cast iron, steel, reinforced concrete, gypsum wallboard, glass, and lath and plaster 6. Apply search and rescue and ventilation procedures a. Vent b. Enter c. Isolate d. Search 7. List indicators of structural instability 8. Suppression approaches and practices for various types of structural fires a. Single-family b. Multi-family c. Commercial d. High-rise 9. Discuss the association between specific tools and special forcible entry needs a. Forcible entry size up b. Lock recognition c. Accurate tool selection 10. Evaluate and forecast a fire’s growth and development 11. Assemble a team 12. Choose attack techniques for various levels of a fire a. Attic b. Grade level c. Upper levels d. Basement 13. Select tools for forcible entry 14. Incorporate search and rescue and ventilation procedures in the completion of the attack team efforts 15. Determine developing hazardous building or fire conditions D. Protecting Evidence of Fire Cause and Origin 1. Methods to assess origin and cause 2. Types of evidence 3. Different means to protect various types of evidence 4. Roles and relationships of the Firefighter II, criminal investigators, and insurance investigators in fire investigations 5. Effects and problems associated with removing property or evidence from the scene 6. Fire’s origin area 7. Recognize probable causes 8. Protect the evidence V. Rescue Operations A. Vehicle Extrication 1. Fire department’s role at a vehicle accident 2. Points of strength and weakness in auto body construction 3. Dangers associated with vehicle components and systems a. Conventional b. Alternative fuel 4. Uses and limitations of hand and power extrication equipment 5. Safety procedures when using various types of extrication equipment 6. Operate hand and power tools used for forcible entry and rescue as designed 7. Use stabilization tools and equipment 8. Choose and apply appropriate techniques for moving or removing vehicle roofs, doors, seats, windshields, windows, steering wheels or columns, and the dashboard B. Assisting in Rescue Operations 1. Firefighter’s role at a technical rescue operation and the hazards associated with each a. Rope b. Trench c. Confined space d. Structural collapse e. Water and ice rescue f. Wilderness search and rescue g. Industrial machinery 2. Types and uses for rescue tools 3. Rescue practices and goals 4. Various types of rescue tools 5. Public barriers 6. Assist rescue teams when assigned VI. Prevention, Preparedness, and Maintenance A. Performing a Fire Safety Survey at a Private Dwelling 1. Organizational policy and procedures 2. Common causes of fire and their prevention 3. Importance of a fire safety survey and public fire education programs to fire department public relations and the community 4. Referral procedures 5. Forms 6. Hazards 7. Match findings to preapproved recommendations 8. Effectively communicate findings to occupants or referrals B. Presenting Fire Safety Information 1. Types of informational materials and how to use them 2. Basic presentation skills 3. Departmental standard operating procedures for giving fire station tours 4. Presentations 5. Prepared materials C. Preparing Preincident Surveys 1. Sources of water supply for fire protection 2. Fundamentals of fire suppression and detection systems 3. Common symbols used in diagramming construction features, utilities, hazards, and fire protection systems 4. Departmental requirements for a preincident survey and form completion 5. Importance of accurate diagrams 6. Components of fire suppression and detection systems 7. Sketch the site, buildings, and special features 8. Hazards and special considerations to include in the preincident sketch 9. Complete all related departmental forms D. Maintaining Power Equipment 1. Manufacturer and departmental guidelines for maintaining equipment and its documentation 2. Types of cleaning methods 3. Correct use of cleaning solvents 4. Problem-reporting practices 5. Correct tools 6. Guidelines 7. Operate power plants, power tools, and lighting equipment 8. Complete recording and reporting procedures E. Performing Annual Hose Service Test 1. Procedure for safely conducting hose service testing 2. Indicators that may require a hose to be removed from service 3. Recording procedures for hose test results 4. Operate hose testing equipment and nozzles 5. Record results Course Objectives Course Objectives Lecture: 1. Identify different levels in the firefighter certification track, the courses and requirements for certification and capstone testing process. 2. Describe the roles and responsibilities of the firefighter II. 3. Determine the need for command. 4. Develop and coordinate activities using the incident management system until command is transferred. 5. Complete a basic incident report. 6. Outline procedure and process for extinguishing an ignitable liquid fire. 7. Outline procedure and process for extinguishing a flammable gas cylinder fire. 8. Summarize how to coordinate an interior attack line for attic, grade level, upper level and basement fires. 9. Outline steps necessary for protecting evidence of fire cause and origin. 10. Describe and discuss how to stabilize a vehicle and extricate victims trapped in a motor vehicle. 11. Generalize and describe the steps necessary to assist in a rope, trench, confined space, structural collapse, water and ice, wilderness and industrial machinery rescue or accident. 12. Outline procedure for performing a fire safety survey in a private dwelling. 13. Reframe how to present fire safety information to the public. 14. Discuss how to maintain power equipment. 15. Outline the steps for performing annual hose service testing. Laboratory: 1. Demonstrate how to extinguish an ignitable liquid fire. 2. Demonstrate how to extinguish a flammable gas cylinder fire. 3. Demonstrate how to coordinate an interior attach line for attic, grade level, upper level and basement fires. 4. Apply and demonstrate vehicle stabilization and extrication techniques. 5. Demonstrate how to maintain power equipment. 6. Demonstrate how to perform annual hose service testing. Methods of Evaluation Essay Examinations Objective Examinations Problem Solving Examinations Reports Skill Demonstrations Reading Assignments 1. The students will read the assigned material on fire technology incident reports in the text and identify content requirements for basic incident reports. 2. The students will read chapter on Fire Attack and Foam and discuss methods by which foam prevents and controls hazards. Writing, Problem Solving or Performance 1. Given written scenarios, students will complete a basic incident report. 2. Working in groups using provided scenarios, students will solve problems relating to fire suppression approaches and practices for various structural fires, i.e., single family, multi-family, commercial and high-rise. Other (Term projects, research papers, portfolios, etc.) Methods of Instruction Laboratory Lecture/Discussion Other materials and-or supplies required of students that contribute to the cost of the course.