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In this 6-day course, officers are introduced to the Incident Command System (ICS) and they study proper fire command techniques for control and extinguishment of fires ranging from small, residential structures to multi-occupancy, commercial complexes.
Topics covered include problem-solving and fire command, interagency and mutual aid, the ICS, incident management, sizeup and strategy, tactics and action plans, truck company operations, engine company operations, building construction and fire behavior, preincident preparation, incident organization, and strategic command. Special emphasis is placed on firefighter safety.
Selection Criteria | Chief officers or company officers who have command responsibilities at emergency incidents. Additionally, officers who are upwardly mobile in their organizations may be considered. A letter from the fire chief on department letterhead will be required for these applicants. |
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Delivery Type | 6-Day Off-Campus |
Prerequisites | ICS 100 level and ICS 200 level training. Preferred courses are Q462 and Q463 available through NFA Online at www.nfaonline.dhs.gov. Chief's signature attests that the applicant has completed this required training. |
ACE Recommendation | In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 1 semester hour in firefighter operations. |
CEU's | 4.8 |
Post-Course Requirements | None. |
Student Pre-Course Materials | None. |
NFPA Standards | None. |
Student Comments | More effective management of incidents...Improved decisonmaking skills...Increase safety on scene...Coming from a small rural department, it will help us setup a "new" Command System...This course will help me train my department and lead to a better understanding of ICS. |
Dates | Availability | Location | Contact(s) | |||
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Apply » | April 15 - 20, 2013 | Emporia, Kansas |
Jerry L. Hallbauer
Glenn Pribbenow
Jack Taylor
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Apply » | April 22 - 27, 2013 | Fargo, North Dakota |
Robert Kunth
Renee Loh
Steve Balstad
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