WFS 212 - Wildland Fire Chain Saws

Institution:

Finger Lakes Community College

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Description:

This course provides an introduction to the function, maintenance and use of powered chain saws and their tactical wildland fire application. This course is appropriate for students with little to no previous experience in operating a chain saw. Field exercises emphasize safety, proper cutting techniques, field maintenance and use of a saw in surroundings similar to fireline situations. Course meets NWCG (National Wildfire Coordinating Group) standards for S-212 certification. : Firefighter type 2 (FFT2). This can be accomplished through completion of CON 255/ WFS 130 or any NWCG recognized S-130 course. S

Credits:

0.00 - 2.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.flcc.edu

Phone Number:

(585) 394-3500

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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