PST 2170 - Firefighter Survival Course

Institution:

Jamestown Community College

Subject:

Public Safety Technology

Description:

This course provides instruction in self rescue and trapped firefighter techniques used in modern fire service. This course will examine how to identify potential events which may cause firefighter disorientation and/or entrapment. Skills in rescue operations and safety techniques are stressed within this course. This course requires students to reform a number of practical evolutions wearing self contained breathing apparatus. Prerequisite: Students must be a member of a certified professional / volunteer fire department, law enforcement agency or by permission of Program Director. Successful completion of Firefighter I or equivalent and medical clearance is required for attendance. Campus and term: J occasionally

Credits:

1.00

Credit Hours:

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.sunyjcc.edu

Phone Number:

(716) 338-1000

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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