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Explain the roles of national, state, and local organizations in fire and emergency services
Assessment Strategies
Oral, Written, Graphic and/or Skill Assessment
Criteria
explain the history and culture of the fire service
describe the major organizations that provide emergency response service and how they interrelate
describe the scope, purpose, and organizational structure of fire and emergency services
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Explain fire department recruiting and organization
Assessment Strategies
Oral, Written, Graphic and/or Skill Assessment
Criteria
examine the fire fighter recruit program
illustrate general fire department organization
identify the responsibilities and qualifications for specialized positions within fire departments, such as training officers, fire investigators, and technical rescue teams
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Compare training and education requirements for different careers in fire service
Assessment Strategies
Oral, Written, Graphic and/or Skill Assessment
Criteria
explain the value of higher education to the professionalization of the fire service
recognize the components of career preparation and goal setting
identify fire protection and emergency-service careers in both the public and private sector
identify the primary responsibilities of fire prevention personnel including code enforcement, public information, and public and private protection systems
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Analyze the basic components of fire as a chemical chain reaction and the major phases of fire
Assessment Strategies
Oral, Written, Graphic and/or Skill Assessment
Criteria
explain the chemical chain reaction process in combustion, identifying the role of fuel, oxygen, heat, and chain reactions in the fire tetrahedron
differentiate between the four classes of fire based on fuel types and appropriate suppression methods for each
analyze the progression and characteristics of the four major phases of fire development
evaluate how fire behavior changes during each development phase with the corresponding tactical considerations for firefighters
examine how building construction, ventilation, and fuel load affect fire dynamics and spread within structures
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Describe the common types of fire and emergency service facilities, equipment, and apparatus
Assessment Strategies
Oral, Written, Graphic and/or Skill Assessment
Criteria
categorize the various types of fire stations based on staffing models, geographic location, and specialized functions
explain the purpose, specifications, and capabilities of different fire apparatus such as engines, ladder trucks, rescue vehicles, and specialized equipment
differentiate between personal protective equipment (PPE) types and their appropriate applications
analyze how facility design, equipment selection, and apparatus deployment impact emergency response effectiveness and safety
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Compare effective management concepts for various emergency situations
Assessment Strategies
Oral, Written, Graphic and/or Skill Assessment
Criteria
identify the primary responsibilities of fire prevention personnel
define code enforcement, public information, and public and private protection systems
recognize the components of career preparation and goal setting
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Describe the importance of wellness and fitness as it relates to emergency services
Assessment Strategies
Oral, Written, Graphic and/or Skill Assessment
Criteria
identify cancer prevention strategies specific to the fire service, such as decontamination procedures, proper PPE usage, and early detection methods
evaluate the impact of physical fitness on job performance, injury prevention, and career longevity
develop strategies to address common mental health challenges in emergency services, such as stress management, PTSD prevention, and available support resources.
explain how nutrition, sleep, and other lifestyle factors contribute to firefighter readiness and overall operational effectiveness