FF281 - Tactical Decision Making
Overview
Tactical decision making is designed to expand fire ground skills in 4 learning modules: fire service statistics and fire science, leadership and the incident command system, a table top exercise(s), and a final exam. The first module briefly introduces students to fire service injury statistics with an emphasis on mishap reduction, the hazards of smoke, the science of fire, and conditions leading to building collapse. Module 2 is a thought provoking approach to personal leadership, incident command system structure, and the strategies and tactics for a successful incident. Module 3 wraps-up with a group table top exercise specifically chosen to reinforce modules 1 and 2. The exercise ends with a debriefing and sample of reporting procedures. A 20-question final exam is designed to reinforce the learning experience.
Course Code
FF281
Length
4 Hours
Fees
- $210 flat rate off campus
Pre-Requisites
None
Restrictions
Must be at least 18 years of age.
Certification
None
Maximum Class Size
30
Required Student Materials
- Pen
- Pencil
- Paper
- Highlighter
References
None
Course Objectives
- To enhance responder confidence and tactical skill on the fire ground
- To refresh knowledge of firefighter safety, fire science, building construction, leadership ideology and incident command
- To support sound tactical decision making through academic refresher and in instructor-led table-top exercise
Other Notes
None