Oklahoma State University

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:

  • None

Student Equipment:

  • Students use their department issued PPE and SCBA.

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