FIRS 1419 - Firefighter Certification IV

Institution:

Odessa College

Subject:

Description:

4 hours A study of equipment, tactics and procedures used in forcible entry, ventilation, salvage and overhaul. Preparation for certification as a basic firefighter. Students will identify and safely use, maintain and clean forcible entry tools; describe the effects of proper ventilation, decisions to ventilate and demonstrate methods of ventilation; describe the purpose of salvage; demonstrate various folds and rolls of covers, salvage throws, use of water catchalls and various mop up procedures; describe and identify safety precautions, dangerous building conditions, value of overhaul and overhaul procedures; and demonstrate safe handling of debris. (SCANS 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11) Prerequisite: Consent of department chair.

Credits:

2.00 - 4.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

Institution Website:

www.odessa.edu

Phone Number:

(432) 335-6400

Regional Accreditation:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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