FF297 Think Fast! Tactics for the Officer Seat

Think Fast! Tactics for the Officer Seat

Overview: Today’s fire service presents many unique challenges for the fire service officer. With homes and businesses being constructed with light weight trusses and/or engineered lumber, the strategy and tactics utilized while fighting fires in these type buildings can prove to be challenging and inherently dangerous. The strategical and tactical approaches used in years past must be revisited. As less experienced officers are promoted and the overall number of structure fires declining, this proves to be a two-edged
sword. The new aspiring officers are not afforded the opportunity to gain the valuable experience that aids in good, safe decision-making as it relates to applying the proper strategies and tactics to a given incident. On the other hand, fire prevention, suppression systems as well as fire codes have proven to be successful in minimizing the number of fires.

With, an avenue to gain knowledge, skills and abilities are in great demand. In the “Think Fast! Tactics from the Officer's Seat” course,
students will participate in a multifaceted approach to developing the proper strategy and tactics used throughout various types of emergency incidents. The class will be comprised of a lecture and discussion of the department’s SOP’s / SOG’s. In addition, the use of simulation scenarios will be utilized to bring a realistic approach to the classroom. Basic as well as more complex simulated scenarios will be utilized. Each student will have the opportunity to act as the OIC (Officer in Charge) or be part of an Engine and/or Truck Company. This in turn will help build the valuable knowledge base needed while making decisions on actual emergency scenes.

Course Code

FF297

Length

4 Hours

Fees

$210 flat rate off campus

Pre-Requisites

None

Restrictions

Must be at least 18 years of age.

Certification

None

Class Size

Required Student Materials

· Pen

· Pencil

· Paper

· Highlighter