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 […]
