Course Information
Volunteer Fire Fighting Practices
Scope/Overview:
Introduces basic knowledge and skills that a fire fighter needs to operate safely at a fire scene. Successful completion of the training may qualify students for 30 hours of VFFP credits.
Course Length:
30 hours
Key Topic(s):
- Fire Fighter Safety
- Fire Behavior
- PPE and SCBA
- Fire Streams
- Ground Ladders
- Ventilation and Forcible Entry
- Wildland Fire Control
- Loss Control
Feature(s):
- Hands-on training that utilizes the department's own equipment.
Accredited Certification Level:
There is no certification level with this class.
Standard(s) Met:
Student Equipment:
- Students use their department issued PPE and SCBA.