Lancaster County Public Safety Training Center Course Calendar

Foam Firefighting Basic

Tue, 27 Mar 2012 10:05:23 -0500

May 29 and 31, 2012; Both sessions begin at 6:30 PM

Course Hours: 7

This course, developed by National Foam, introduces the fire fighting first responder to basic information on the use of foam as a flammable liquid fire suppression agent. Topics covered include: foam terminology, concentration, solution, line proportioning equipment, application techniquies and hands-on application of foam.

Introduction to the Fire Service - Field Program (COURSE IS FULL)

Mon, 07 May 2012 11:06:34 -0500

This program is being presented in cooperation with the Lampeter Fire Co. The dates and location of the program are:

May 29 - 1830 x 2230 at Station 5-4, May 31 - 1830 x 2230 at Station 5-4, June 5 - 1830 x 2230 at Station 5-4 and June 7, 2012 - 1830 x 2230 at Station 5-4

Course Hours: 16

This program is designed to equip the entry-level firefighter with the basic knowledge, skills and abilities to begin their fire service career. It introduces new firefighters to basic information including: an overview of the fire service, the fire service organization, firefighter safety, personal protective equipment and terrorism awarness.

Prerequisite - 14 years of age

Confined Space Awareness (COURSE IS FULL)

Wed, 07 Mar 2012 16:28:11 -0600

June 6, 2012; Session begins at 6:30 PM

Course Hours: 4

This class will provide the participant with the information needed to identify confined spaces and assess the hazards associated with confined spaces in order to avoid serious injury or death. Information will be provided and alarm procedures discussed for handling confined space incidents as a first responder.

Firefighter II Certification (EXAM IS FULL)

Mon, 16 Apr 2012 14:20:57 -0500

Written Exam will be held at 7:00 PM on June 8, 2012

Practical Exam will be held at 8:00 AM on June 9, 2012

Prerequisites - Firefighter I Certification, Basic Vehicle Rescue Operations or higher, Hazardous Materials Operations, NIMS 100 & 200 or NIMS-ICS for the Fire Service

Applications are due by May 18, 2012. To obtain an application, go to the certification page and click the link to the PA State Fire Academy.

Confined Space Rescue

Mon, 16 Apr 2012 14:23:00 -0500

June 12, 14 and 16, 2012; Weekday sessions begin at 6:30 PM, Weekend session begins at 8:00 AM

Course Hours: 16

This program trains students to conduct rescues from confined spaces. Topics covered include: scene management, size-up, risk-benefit analysis, air monitoring and ventilation, entry techniquies, patient packaging, removal and termination. Students will have the opportunity to apply techniquies in actual confined spaces.

Prerequisites - (18) years of age, Basic Rigging for Rope Rescue

Pump Operations II

Mon, 16 Apr 2012 14:19:35 -0500

June 12, 14 and 16, 2012; Weekday sessions begin at 6:30 PM, Weekend session begins at 8:00 AM

Course Hours: 16

This course is designed to instruct the student in advanced techniquies of operating fire pumps. Topics include friction loss, relay pumping, master streams and elevated master streams.

Fireground Support - Field Program

Mon, 07 May 2012 11:07:34 -0500

This program is being presented in cooperation with the Lampeter Fire Company. The course dates and locations are:

June 12 (1830 x 2230) at Station 5-4, June 14 (1830 x 2230) at Station 5-4, June 16 (0800 x 1700) at Station 5-4, June 19 (1830 x 2230) at Station 5-4, June 26 (1830 x 2230) at LCPSTC, June 28 (1830 x 2230) at Station 5-4; June 30 (0800 x 1700) at LCPSTC; July 3 (1830 x 2230) at Station 5-4, July 5 (1830 x 2230) at Station 5-4 and July 10 (1830 x 2230) at Station 5-4

Course Hours: 48

This program is designed to equip the entry-level firefighter with the basic knowledge, skills and abilities as they relate to fire ground and hazardous materials emergency scene operations. It introduces new firefighters to basic information including: fire behavior, portable fire extinguishers, water supply, fire hose and appliances, ropes and knots and hazardous materials.

Prerequisites - 14 years of age; Introduction to the Fire Service

Structural Burn Session

Thu, 29 Mar 2012 13:53:38 -0500

June 12, 19 and 24, 2012; Weekday sessions begin at 6:30 PM, Weekend session begins at 8:00 AM

Course Hours: 16

Prerequisites: Essentials of Fire Fighting (EBM) OR Interior Firefighter (ELIF) OR Firefighter I

This course will provide the student with a review and application of the techniquies used in safe fire fighting practices in an actual structural fire enviornment. Emphasis is placed on safety for both interior and exterior operations.

Driver / Operator - Pumper Certification

Tue, 31 Jan 2012 12:11:44 -0600

Written Exam will start at 8:00 AM / Practical Exam will begin upon your completion of the written exam

Prerequisites - 21 years of age, valid drivers license, Firefighter I Certification

Applications for the exam are due by June 1, 2012. To obtain an application, go to the certification page and click the link to the PA State Fire Academy.

Candidates MUST supply a pumper from their department for testing.

Truck Company Operations II

Mon, 16 Apr 2012 14:19:16 -0500

June 19, 21 and 23, 2012; Weekday sessions begin at 6:30 PM, Weekend session begins at 8:00 AM

Course Hours: 16

This course is designed for the firefighter to be able to refine and apply their knowledge of truck company operations. Advanced principles and hands-on evolutions in the area of vehicle placement, forcible entry, aerial operations, search and rescue, building construction, ventilation and predicting fire travel are covered.

Forcible Entry (COURSE IS FULL)

Tue, 15 May 2012 13:58:28 -0500

June 26, 28 and 30, 2012; Weekday sessions begin at 6:30 PM, Weekend session begins at 8:00 AM

Course Hours: 16

This program will provide the firefighter with a better understanding of building construction as it relates to gaining entry into a building. The course will cover opening techniques and proper tool selection for safe and quick access into a structure. Hands on practical skills are

Exterior Firefighter - Field Program

Mon, 07 May 2012 11:08:12 -0500

This program is being presented in cooperation with the Lampeter Fire Co. The dates and locations of the program are:

July 12 (1830 x 2230) at Station 5-4, July 14 (0800 x 1700) at LCPSTC, July 17 (1830 x 2230) at Station 5-4, July 24 (1830 x 2230) at Station 5-4, July 26 (1830 x 2230) at Station 5-4, July 28 (0800 x 1700) at LCPSTC, July 31 (1830 x 2230) at LCPSTC; August 2 (1830 x 2230) at Station 5-4 and August 7, 2012 (1830 x 2030) at Station 5-4

Course Hours: 42

This program is designed to equip the entry-level firefighter with the basic knowledge, skills and abilities as they relate to exterior fireground operations. It introduces new firefighters to basic information including: building construction, ladders, communications, protective systems, forcible entry and fire prevention.

Prerequisites - 16 years of age, Fireground Support

Basic Vehicle Rescue Awareness

Wed, 07 Mar 2012 16:37:10 -0600

August 14, 16 and 18, 2012; Weekday sessions begin at 6:30 PM, Weekend session begins at 8:00 AM

Course Hours: 16

The first module in the series, this class will provide rescue personnel with a bsic knowledge of vehicle extrication procedures. Topics covered include vehicle anatomy, scene control, hazard control and procedures for assisting in the extrication process.

Prerequisite - (16) years of age

Introduction to the Fire Service

Fri, 11 May 2012 08:08:22 -0500

August 18 & 19, 2012; Classes begin at 08:00 AM

Course Hours: 16

This program is designed to equip the ntry-level firefighter with the basic knowledge, skills and abilities to begin their fire service career. It introduces new firefighters to basic information, including: an overview of the fire service, the fire service organization, firefighter safety, personal protective equipment and terrorism awareness.

Prerequisite - (14) years of age

Hazardous Materials Operations Refresher

Wed, 07 Mar 2012 16:36:58 -0600

August 21 and 23, 2012; Both sessions begin at 6:30 PM

Course Hours: 6

This course will provide the student with a review of the skills necessary to operate at the Operations Level at a hazardous materials incident. This course meets the requirements for annual review in Federal Regulation 29 CFR 1910.120.

Interior Firefighter w/ Live Fire - Field Program

Mon, 07 May 2012 11:08:54 -0500

This program is being presented in cooperation with the Lampeter Fire Company. The dates and locations of the course are:

August 21 (1830 x 2230) at Station 5-4, August 23 (1830 x 2230) at Station 5-4, August 25 (0800 x 1700) at LCPSTC, August 28 (1830 x 2230) at Station 5-4, August 30 (1830 x 2230) at Station 5-4; September 4 (1830 x 2230) at Station 5-4, September 6 91830 x 2230) at Station 5-4, September 8 (0800 x 1700) at LCPSTC, September 11 (1830 x 2230) at LCPSTC, September 13 (1830 x 2230) at LCPSTC, September 18 (1830 x 2230) at Station 5-4 and September 22, 2012 (0800 x 1700) at LCPSTC

Course Hours: 60

This program is designed to introduce new firefighters to interior fire ground operations including: nozzles and fire streams, SCBA, rescue, ventilation, fire suppression, salvage and overhaul and firefighter survival. this is the fourth and final module in the program.

Prerequisites - 18 years of age; Exterior Firefighter

Educational Methodology w/ Fire Instructor I Certification

Wed, 07 Mar 2012 16:36:26 -0600

August 25, 26; September 8, 9, 22 and 23, 2012; All sessions begin at 8:00 AM

Course Hours: 48

This course will provide instruction in adult learning, teaching techniquies, preparation of course objectives and formation of lesson plans that meet those objectives. Various formats of audio-visuals will be demonstrated. Each student will prepare and deliver several microteaching sessions on fire related topics as part of the course work. Successful completion of this course is required to become an instructor without prior teaching experience. The national certification for Fire Instructor I will be administered at the conclusion of the course.

Fireground Support

Fri, 11 May 2012 08:13:43 -0500

August 25, 26, September 8, 9, 22 & 23, 2012; Classes begin at 8:00 AM

Course Hours: 48

This program is designed to equip entry-level firefighters with the basic knowledge, skills and abilities as they relate to fireground and hazardous materials emergency scene operations. It introduces new firefighters to basic information, including: fire behavior, portable fire extinguishers, water supply, fire hose and appliances, ropes and knots and hazardous materials.

Prerequisites - (14) years of age; Introduction to the Fire Service

Basic Vehicle Rescue Operations

Wed, 07 Mar 2012 16:35:53 -0600

September 4, 6 and 8, 2012; Weekday sessions begin at 6:30 PM, Weekend session begins at 8:00 AM

Course Hours: 16

The second module in the series, this course will teach the student in the use of hand tools as they relate to vehicle extrication. The student will learn how to safely and quickly access and package patients for removal from the vehicle.

Prerequisites - (16) years of age, Basic Vehicle Rescue Awareness

Structural Collapse I

Mon, 16 Apr 2012 14:21:53 -0500

September 5, 2012; Session begins at 6:30 PM

Course Hours: 4

This course is designed to familiarize students with operations at the scene of a structure collapse so they may be able to function at the initial stages of a structure collapse operation, identify and mitigate hazards, recognize the need for assistance and perform as an integral part of the overall operation once the technical rescue teams are onsite.

Hazardous Materials Operations

Wed, 07 Mar 2012 16:35:40 -0600

September 11, 13, 25, 27, 29, 2012; Weekday sessions begin at 6:30 PM, Weekend session begins at 8:00 AM

Course Hours: 24

The goal of this program is to provide the first responder with the training needed to comply with NFPA 472 Chapter 5 Competencies for the First Responder at the Operational Level and 29 CFR 1910.120 OSHA's Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response (HAZWOPER) Fire Responder Operations Level. This program is designed to give the first responder the necessary skills to handle hazardous materials emergencies. After successfully completing this course, you will be eligible to take the national certification testing for certification at the HAzardous Materials Operations level.

Fire Inspector II (Proboard)

Mon, 07 May 2012 11:30:40 -0500

September 17, 18, 19, 20 and 21, 2012

Course Hours: 40

This is an advanced level course for experienced fire fighters or inspectors. Topics covered in this course include: report writing, forms development, policy planning, legislation planning, building construction, decorative materials and furnishings, fire drills, inspection procedures, code enforcement, fire alarm systems and communications. Successful completion of this program requires practical skill demonstrtation and a written, multiple choice examination.

Prerequisites: Fire Inspector I Certification

Textbooks Included: IFSTA, Fire inspection & Code Enforcement, 7th edition; ICC, 2012 International Building Code; ICC, 2012 International Fire Code

If a student has any or all of the required textbooks, credit will be applied to the tution cost.

Fire Officer I

Wed, 07 Mar 2012 16:33:34 -0600

September 24, 26, 29, October 1, 3, 8, 10, 13, 15, 17, 2012; Weekday sessions begin at 6:30 PM, Weekend session begins at 8:00 AM

Course Hours: 48

This course will provide the student with a bsaic knowledge of management principles in a fire / rescue organization. Topics of discussion will include management style, communication modes, leadership, organization structure, pre-planning, health and safety and legal aspects for a fire officer. Successful completion of the program requires proficiency demonstrtaion in written practical skills and a multiple choice examination.

Prerequisites - Firefighter II, NFA-ICS, Fire Service Instructor I, Hazardous Materials Operations

Emergency Vehicle Operations (EVOC)

Wed, 07 Mar 2012 16:33:45 -0600

September 29, 30, 2012; Both sessions begin at 8:00 AM

Course Hours: 16

This course provides instruction for emergency personnel who will be involved in the operation of emergency equipment. Course content includes defensive driving, emergency response, vehicle maintenance and the driver training obstacle course.

Prerequisites - (18) years of age, valid drivers license

Structural Fire Rescue

Mon, 16 Apr 2012 14:22:08 -0500

October 2, 4 and 6, 2012; Weekday sessions begin at 6:30 PM, Weekend session begins at 8:00 AM

Course Hours: 16

This course will instruct the student in the methods of rescuing victims from buildings under fire conditions. Topics to be discussed and practiced are search procedures, victim handling techniquies and methods of removing victims from above and below grade situations.

Prerequisite - Interior Firefighter or Firefighter 1

Exterior Firefighter

Fri, 11 May 2012 08:32:20 -0500

October 6, 7, 13, 14, 27 & 28, 2012; Classes begin at 8:00 AM

Course Hours: 42

This program is designed to equip the entry-level firefighter with the basic knowledge, skills and abilities as they relate to exterior fireground operations. It introduces new firefighters to basic information, including: building construction, ladders, communications, protective systems, forcible entry and fire prevention.

Prerequisites - (16) years of age, Fireground Support

Special Vehicle Rescue Technician (COURSE IS FULL)

Fri, 11 May 2012 08:42:10 -0500

October 23, 25 and 27, 2012; Weekday sessions begin at 6:30 PM, Weekend session begins at 8:00 AM

Course Hours: 16

This course builds upon the knowledge and skills aquired in the Basic Vehicle Rescue series to prepare the students to deal with rescue situations involving larger vehicles such as buses and larger trucks. A written examination is administered at the conclusion of this course for certification as a Special Vehicle Rescue Technician.

Prerequisites - Basic Vehicle Rescue Technician

ICS 300 - Intermediate ICS

Sat, 28 Jan 2012 11:49:01 -0600

October 23, 25, 27 and 28, 2012; Weekday sessions begin at 6:30 PM, Weekend sessions begin at 8:00 AM

This course builds on the ICS principles presented in both the ICS 100 and 200 programs and focuses on ICS principles for expanding and complex incidents. Topics covered include: Unified Command, incident/event assessment, establishing incident objectives, the planning process, development of an Incident Action Plan (IAP), incident resource management, demobilization, transfer of command and closeout. Target audience includes supervisory personnel who may be tasked with handling expanding and/or complex incidents.

Prerequisites - ICS 200 or NIMS ICS for the Fire Service (NICS-FS) or NIMS ICS for EMS (NICS-EMS)

Incident Safety Officer

Wed, 07 Mar 2012 16:35:03 -0600

October 23, 25 and 27, 2012; Weekday sessions begin at 6:30 PM, Weekend session begins at 8:00 AM

Course Hours: 16

This course focuses on the duties of the person who finds him/herself in the role of the responding safety officer at the scene of an incident. It is an incident specific, scene oriented course designed to teach what a safety officer on the scene needs to know and be able to do, using scenarios to convey instructional points. Students should be experienced company officers, familiar with safety issues, the Incident Command System, hazardous materials management and applicable NFPA / federal regulations.

Interior Firefighter w/ Live Fire

Fri, 11 May 2012 08:41:00 -0500

October 31, November 3, 4, 7, 14, 17, 18, 2012; Weekday sessions begin at 6:30 PM, Weekend sessions begin at 8:00 AM

Course Hours: 60

This program is designed to introduce new firefighters to interior fireground operations, including: nozzles / fire streams, SCBA, rescue, ventilation, fire suppression, salvage / overhaul and firefighter survival.

Prerequisites - (18) years of age, Exterior Firefighter

Fire Officer III

Wed, 07 Mar 2012 16:34:52 -0600

November 3, 4, 7, 14, 17, 18, 2012; Weekday sessions begin at 6:30 PM, Weekend sessions begin at 8:00 AM

Course Hours: 40

This course continues to reinforce the job requirements of the Fire Officer II; however, begins the progression to an administrative level officer. Critical elements that will be presented include hiring, promotions, injury prevention, recordkeeping, budget administration and planning. All skill elements are of written medium and expected to be produced at a college level.

Prerequisites - Fire Officer II, Fire Instructor II, Hazardous Materials Operations

ICS-400 Advanced ICS

Mon, 02 Apr 2012 14:08:25 -0500

November 10 and 11, 2012; Both sessions begin at 8:00 AM

This course will provide students with the knowledge and skills to function in the Incident Command System (ICS) on large scale/major incidents. Topics covered include: Review of Command and General Staff responsibilities within the ICS, major and/or complex incident management, Area Command and multi-agency coordination. Target audience includes personnel who may be tasked with serving in the Command or General Staff positions at a major and/or complex incident.

Prerequisites - ICS-300 Intermediate ICS

Managing Company Tactical Operations - Tactics

Wed, 07 Mar 2012 16:34:04 -0600

December 3, 5, 10 and 12, 2012; All sessions begin at 6:30 PM

Course Hours: 16

This course, the third in the series, will help the student develop the necessary skills to manage company level tactical operations. Topics include tactical action modeling, ventilation and rescue considerations, confinment and extinguishement, water supply and exposure protection, salvage, overhaul and support activities.

Prerequisites - Managing Company level Tactical operations - Decision Making