FF197-01 Responding to Utility Emergencies
Overview
This course is designed to increase the emergency responders' knowledge of electricity and natural gas, and explains the myths and mistakes made by the first responder.
Students gain knowledge and understanding of the skills needed to identify and evaluate hazards and avoid injury. Students learn electrical and natural gas safety awareness and safe operating procedures recommended by the utility industry.
This course is designed strictly for use in the defensive mode. The course is broken into two segments: one, 4 hour block involving electricity emergencies and one, 4 hour block involving natural gas.
Course Code
FF197-01
Length
8 Hours
Fees
- $410 flat rate off campus
Pre-Requisites
None
Restrictions
Must be at least 18 years of age.
Certification
None
Maximum Class Size
24
Required Student Materials
- Pen
- Pencil
- Paper
- Highlighter
References
None
Course Objectives
- Student will gain specific knowledge pertaining to utility emergencies.
- Student will identify appropriate responder skills at utility emergencies.
Other Notes
None