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Describe basic fire behavior
Assessment Strategies
Oral, Written, Graphic and/or Skill Assessment
Criteria
describe the nature of fire travel
differentiate classes of fire and hazards created for the firefighter
determine the cause of the fire
describe the modern science behind fire behavior
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Utilize communication systems before, during, and after structural and related fire emergencies
Assessment Strategies
Oral, Written, Graphic and/or Skill Assessment
Criteria
examine fire department communications
utilize the Incident Command System on the fireground operations
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Utilize life safety practices
Assessment Strategies
Oral, Written, Graphic and/or Skill Assessment
Criteria
use safe practices in the fire service in all required activities
choose protective clothing and gear
use self-contained breathing apparatus
interpret safety standards and codes
recognize hazardous materials (hazmat awareness level)
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Use fire service equipment
Assessment Strategies
Oral, Written, Graphic and/or Skill Assessment
Criteria
operate various types and sizes of fire extinguishers
utilize various types and sizes of hose
operate extinguishing equipment (rescue equipment, salvage and overhaul, ventilation)
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Perform fireground operations
Assessment Strategies
Oral, Written, Graphic and/or Skill Assessment
Criteria
gain entrance into buildings
use rope and knots for fireground operations
summarize venting techniques and operations
use SCBA in searching for victims
perform overhaul
utilize various methods of supplying water for fireground operations
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Examine fire prevention strategies
Assessment Strategies
Oral, Written, Graphic and/or Skill Assessment
Criteria
analyze the value of fire prevention activities and fire inspection procedures
ascertain the operation and value of various sprinkler systems