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Industrial Fire Fighting: Flammable Liquids and Gases |
Scope/Overview:
Examines tactical considerations and their coordinated application in response to fires involving flammable liquids and gases. Classroom lecture, hands-on exercises and live burn scenario training focus on key team coordination concepts. The course is intense, disciplined and physically challenging. Fire fighter safety and proper use of PPE will be reinforced throughout the 16-hour course. Both public and private sector responders are welcomed to attend.
Key Topic(s):
- Physical and Chemical Properties of Fuels
- Storage and Usage of Fuels
- Coordinated Fire Attacks and Strategies for Various Fuels
- Fire Streams and Appliances
- Hose Handling and Master Stream Appliances
- Foam Appliances and Applications
- Dry Chemical Agents and Applications
- Selecting Tactics in View of Hazard/risk size up
- Incident Management and Use of Resources
Course Length:
16 hours
Prerequisite(s):
Participants are required to be physically capable of performing strenuous activities associated with fire service duties. A physical examination is recommended prior to training.
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