Firefighter I
As the initial entry program for firefighting personnel, Firefighter I introduce firefighting concepts, practices, and techniques necessary for success within the fire service. Based on the Firefighter Level 1 objectives from NFPA Standard 1001, this course develops knowledge, skills and abilities based on performance criteria for the following topics: fire department organization, firefighter safety, fire […]
Fire Police
This course trains fire police to perform their duties more effectively. It includes defining and interpreting terms, oath of office, relation to regular police officers, general duties, maintaining safe conditions at an emergency, traffic direction and control, pre-planning, and various laws of interest to the fire service. It consists of six sessions, five three-hour lecture […]
Fire Officer I
This course addresses all of the job performance requirements found in Chapter 4 of NFPA 1021, Standard for Fire Officer Professional Qualifications. The course consists of five modules that can be taken in any order: Leadership and Supervision (15 hours), Company Training & Community Risk Reduction (12 hours), Firefighter Health and Safety (12 hours), Planning […]
Emergency Vehicle Operations Course (EVOC)
This course provides vehicle operators with a better understanding of the seriousness of emergency vehicle operation. Based on objectives from NFPA Standard 1002, this course makes students aware of the potential for tragedy and financial loss and of the legal and moral responsibilities encountered when operating an emergency vehicle. During the hands-on portion of this […]
Engine Company Operations
This program provides the firefighter with in-depth information on the functions of a fire department engine company. Subject areas covered include: a historical review of an engine/hose company, various hose loads for effective fire suppression; water supply set-up, staff assignments and recommendations on how to meet accepted performance objectives for an engine company. There are […]
Basic Structural Collapse Operations
This course provides specialized training in the realm of building collapse rescue, a threat to every community. Content will include warning signs, collapse causes, void identification, safety precautions, search techniques, team operations, building construction awareness, and initial fire department operations. Course Length: 8 HoursPrerequisite: NoneCertificate: NYS
Basic Exterior Firefighting Operations with HMFRO
The student will be provided with the training to support firefighting activities that arise before, during and after fire attack with respect to their exterior only classification. The student will be exposed to the knowledge and skills pertaining to: Scene Safety, Fire Behavior, PPE and SCBA Practices (excluding donning and doffing of SCBA), Fire Extinguishers, […]
Apparatus (Pump) Operator
This course is to give the student the requisite knowledge and skills to meet the intent of the NFPA 1002 Apparatus Driver/Operator professional qualifications standard. This course includes the responsibilities of pump operators, hydraulics and friction loss, pump controls and accessories, fire streams, pumper practices, drafting and pump evolutions, and using the fire pump at […]
Digital Fire Extinguisher Training

The Suffolk County Fire Academy presents fire extinguisher training using the BullsEye Digital Fire Extinguisher Training System. Don’t let the first time you handle a fire extinguisher be during a real fire! Prepare to successfully extinguish a fire with realistic, hands-on training. Lasers simulate the discharge of actual extinguishers for a completely safe and clean […]
National Grid First Responder Training

Whether you’re responding to a fire, accident, crime code, or wind and water damage, your crew and your community are counting on you. Knowing how to deal with utility-related hazards is an important part of the job. National Grid’s First Responder Utility Safety Training is a no-charge, self-paced learning program. Get started today! Register at […]