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FST 203W - Fireground Management

Credits: 3
Instructional Contact Hours: 3

A comprehensive study of the roles of the fireground commander including positioning the command post, equipment, and personnel on the scene, strategies for staging and sectoring operations along with command procedures and maintaining communications on the fireground. (Every other year)

Prerequisite(s): FST 102W  or FST 112  
Corequisite(s): None
Lecture Hours: 45 Lab Hours: 0
Pass/NoCredit: No

Outcomes and Objectives  

  1. Demonstrate selected skills needed to perform effectively as a command officer in the fire service environment.
    1. Identify the need for an organized approach to management of emergency incidents
    2. Describe the structure and components of Incident Command System
    3. Identify offensive and defensive attack procedures
    4. Discuss the changing fireground factors and tactical considerations
    5. Identify typical multiple roles and responsibilities
    6. Demonstrate the ability to use the major functions of an Incident Command System
  2. Perform writing tasks to promote learning.
  3. Write effectively for a specific purpose.
  4. Demonstrate the learning of concepts through writing.



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