Prince William County Department of Fire and Rescue 2018 Academic Training Catalog

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1 Prince William County Department of Fire and Rescue 2018 Academic Training Catalog Page 1

2 Table of Contents Page # Vision, Mission, & Values...5 PSTC Guideline.6 Map and Directions.7 EMS Course Offerings...8 Fire Course Offerings...10 HTR Course Offerings..13 EMS Course Descriptions Page # Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS).16 ALS Continuing Medical Education.16 ALS Protocols.17 ALS Protocols Train-the-Trainer..17 BLS Protocols.18 BLS Protocols Train-the-Trainer..18 Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Healthcare Provider..19 Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Instructor 19 Emergency Medical Technician..20 Emergency Medical Technician - Refresher...21 EMS Billing Documentation & HIPAA Training..21 Infection Control.22 National Registry EMT Paramedic..23 Pediatric Advanced Life Support..24 Stress First Aid...24 Page 2

3 Table of Contents Fire Course Descriptions Page # Driver Aerial Operator..27 Driver Pumper Operator..27 Handling Elevator Emergencies 28 Emergency Vehicle Operators Course I & II 28 Emergency Vehicle Operators Course III...29 FEMA NIMS ICS FEMA NIMS ICS Firefighter I/II 31 Fire Instructor I.32 Fire Instructor II...32 Fire Officer I Hybrid..33 Fire Officer II Hybrid.33 Fire Officer III...34 Hazardous Materials First Responder Awareness..34 Hazardous Materials First Responder Operations.35 PWC Incident Officer...35 L.P. Gas Emergencies.36 Mayday Firefighter Down.36 Mayday Technician Rapid Intervention Team Company Operations (RITCO)..37 Rural Water Supply...37 Page 3

4 Table of Contents Heavy Technical Rescue Course Descriptions Page # Introduction To Technical Rescue Module Introduction To Technical Rescue Module Confined Space Level I 41 Confined Space Level II.41 Rope Rescuer Level I 42 Rope Rescuer Level II..42 Trench Rescue Level I..43 Trench Rescue Level II.43 Vehicle Rescue Level I..44 Vehicle Rescue Level II 44 Additional Documents Training Request Policy Course Attendance Policy Outside Agency Guide for Training Requests 62 **Additional classes may be added to the** **Course Catalog on an as-needed basis** Page 4

5 VISION The Prince William County Public Safety Training Center (PSTC) strives to deliver the highest quality, state of the art, and most comprehensive training programs and services to our uniform and non uniformed members within our fire and EMS service. The PSTC training programs enable our fire and EMS service members to become the best trained, best prepared and most effec ve emergency response force in the Northern Virginia Region. MISSION The Prince William County Public Safety Training Center (PSTC) will deliver a wide variety of services to firefighters, emergency responders, and the ci zens of Prince William County. The PSTC advances public safety through firefighter and EMS training, educa on, fire preven on, inves ga ve, special opera ons, technical rescue programs and leadership and management courses. The mely delivery of these essen al services enables the PSTC to make significant contribu ons to the safety of our personnel and to the ci zens of Prince William County. CONTACT INFORMATION Christopher Granger Training Ba alion Chief Public Safety Training Academy cgranger@pwcgov.org Phone: Brian Jurgensen, Captain EMS Training Programs Public Safety Training Academy bjurgensen@pwcgov.org Phone: Bruce Tucker, Captain Basic Training Programs Public Safety Training Academy btucker@pwcgov.org Phone: VALUES Unity Ul mate Performance Personalized Delivery Patrick Reese, Captain Advanced Training Program Public Safety Training Academy preese@pwcgov.org Phone: Page 5

6 Public Safety Training Center Please obey the speed limit signs. While the speed limit on Carriage Ford Road is 45 m.p.h., we ask that you try and maintain a speed of 35 m.p.h. We would appreciate it and so would the citizens residing along this road. Please park in the appropriate lot. The parking area for those attending classes is designated as the spaces in front of the building near the flag poles. Please refrain from parking in the lot behind the building as the staff needs those spaces for both county and personal vehicles. Please adhere to the dress code of the Academy. Either a uniform or casual attire is acceptable. No shorts, obscene or offensive T-shirts or open toe shoes are permitted during training classes. On-duty career personnel shall wear a class C uniform unless otherwise directed. Please follow classroom rules. Please turn pagers and cell phones to the silent or vibrate mode. Tables and chairs should be returned to their original positions at the end of each class. Please make proper use of our phones. Telephones for general use are located in classrooms and the student break area near the vending machines. When making a local call from County phones, you must dial 9 before dialing the number you wish to call. During breaks, it is the student s responsibility to check with the Administrative Staff in the office area to receive any phone messages which may have been taken. Immediately notify the staff duty person if you or someone in your class is injured while at the Public Safety Training Center. After hours phone numbers: Staff Duty Portable Phone: Class Cancellation Line: Page 6

7 DIRECTIONS TO THE ACADEMY Prince William County Public Safety Training Center Public Safety Drive Nokesville, VA From I 95 and I 66 I 495 to I 66 West, Take exit 44 which is VA 234 bypass, to VA 28 South. Follow VA 28 (Nokesville Rd) through three traffic signals. Go to fourth traffic signal at Fitzwater Drive. Turn le onto Fitzwater Drive. Cross railroad tracks and go to stop sign. Turn right onto Aden Road (S.R. 646). Go approximately 1.5 miles to right onto Carriage Ford Road. Travel approximately 2 miles to Public Safety Training Center on right. From I 95 I 95 to Dumfries Road (VA 234) Exit 152. Take Dumfries Road North approximately 9 miles. Turn le onto Aden Road (S.R. 646). Go approximately 1.5 miles to right onto Carriage Ford Road. Travel approximately 2 miles to Public Safety Training Center on right. From U.S. 17 U.S. 17 North to traffic signal. Turn right onto Virginia 28 North to traffic signal at Fitzwater Drive. Turn right onto Fitzwater Drive. Cross railroad tracks and go to stop sign. Turn right onto Aden Road (S.R. 646). Go approximately 1.5 miles to right onto Carriage Ford Road. Travel approximately 2 miles to Public Safety Training Center on right. From U.S. 29 U.S. 29 North to right onto VA 28. Travel VA 28 North to Fitzwater Drive. In the village of Nokesville, turn right onto Fitzwater Drive. Cross railroad tracks and go to stop sign. Turn right onto Aden Road (S.R. 646). Go approximately 1.5 miles to right onto Carriage Ford Road. Travel approximately 2 miles to Public Safety Training Center on right. Public Safety Training Center Page 7

8 Class Name Program Manger Date Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) EMS ALS Tech II Session 1: March 10 11, 2018 Advanced Cardiac Life Support EMS Lieutenant Session 1: May 21, 2018 Refresher ALS Con nuing Medical Educa on (CME) EMS Lieutenant Session 1: April 3, 4, 5, 7, 10, 11, 12, 17, 18, 19, 24, 25, 26, 28 Session 2: June 5, 6, 7, 9, 12, 13, 14, 19, 20, 21, 26, 27, 28, 30 Session 3: September 4, 5, 6, 8, 11, 12, 13, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 27, 29 Session 4: October 30, 31, November 1, 3, 6, 7, 8, 10, 13, 14, 15, 27, 28, 29 ALS Protocols EMS Lieutenant Session 1: January 27 28, 2018 Session 2: March 24 25, 2018 Session 3:August 11 12, 2018 Session 4: December 8 9, 2018 ALS Protocols Train the Trainer EMS Lieutenant TBD Session 1: January 13 14, 2018 Session 2: March 17 18, 2018 BLS Protocols EMS BLS Tech II Session 3: May 19 20, 2018 Session 4: July 21 22, 2018 Session 5: September Session 6: November 17 18, 2018 BLS Protocols Train the Trainer EMS BLS Tech II Session 1: January 20, 2018 Session 1: Jan. 20 Session 7: July 21 Session 2: Feb. 17 Session 8: Aug. 18 Cardio Pulmonary Resuscita on Provider (CPR) (HCP) EMS CPR Coordinator Session 3: March 17 Session 9: Sep. 15 Session 4: April 21 Session 10: Oct. 20 Session 5: May 19 Session 11: Nov. 17 Session 6: June 16 Session 12: Dec. 15 HCP CPR (BLS) Instructor EMS CPR Coordinator TBD Page 8

9 Class Name Program Manger Date Session 1: January 8, 2018 April 7, 2018 Emergency Medical Technician Training 911 EMS BLS Tech II Classes held Monday nights, Wednesday nights, and Saturdays Session 2: March 12, 2018 June 3, 2018 Classes held Tuesday nights, Thursday nights, and Sundays Session 3: Sept. 11, 2018 Dec. 11, 2018 Classes held Tuesday nights, Thursday nights, and Sundays Emergency Medical Technician Refresher EMS Lieutenant Session 1: April 9, 2018 May 18, 2018 Classes held Monday & Wednesday evenings Session 2: October 10, 2018 Nov. 19, 2018 Classes held Monday & Wednesday evenings EMS Billing Documenta on & HIPAA Training EMS CPR Coordinator Session 1: Jan. 6 Session 7: July 7 Session 2: Feb. 3 Session 8: Aug. 4 Session 3: March 3 Session 9: Sep. 1 Session 4: April 7 Session 10: Oct. 6 Session 5: May 5 Session 11: Nov. 3 Session 6: June 2 Session 12: Dec. 1 Infec on Control EMS CPR Coordinator Session 1: Jan. 6 Session 7: July 7 Session 2: Feb. 3 Session 8: Aug. 4 Session 3: March 3 Session 9: Sep. 1 Session 4: April 7 Session 10: Oct. 6 Session 5: May 5 Session 11: Nov. 3 Session 6: June 2 Session 12: Dec. 1 Na onal Registry EMT Paramedic EMS Lieutenant Session 1: June 26, 2018 June 2019 Pediatric Advanced Life EMS Lieutenant Session 1: February 10 11, 2018 Support ( PALS) Note: Dates of classes contained in this course catalog are subject to change due to external causes (contractors, state requirements, etc.), facility or resource needs, or other issues beyond the Public Safety Training Center staff s control. Page 9

10 Class Name Program Manger Date Driver Aerial Operator Advanced Training Lieutenant Session 1: May 6, 13, 20, 27, June 3, 10, 17 Session 2: Oct. 7, 14, 21, 28, Nov. 4, 11, 18 Driver Pumper Operator Advanced Training Lieutenant Session 1: March 4, 11, 18, 25, April 7, 8, 14, 15, 21, 22, 28 Session 2: June 3, 10, 17, 24, July 1, 7, 8, 14, 15, 21, 22 Session 3: September 9, 16, 23, 30, Oct. 6, 7, 13, 14, 20, 21, 27 Handling Elevator Emergencies Advanced Training Lieutenant Session 1: May 19, 2018 Session 2: October 20, 2018 Emergency Vehicle Operators Course I Advanced Training Lieutenant Session 1: April 28 & May 5, 2018 Session 2: September 8 & 15, 2018 Emergency Vehicle Operators Course II Advanced Training Lieutenant Session 1: May 5, 2018 Session 2: September 15, 2018 Emergency Vehicle Operators Course III Advanced Training Lieutenant Session 1: May 6, 2018 Session 2: September 16, 2018 FEMA NIMS ICS 300 Advanced Training Lieutenant Session 1: February 7, 11, 18, 2018 Session 2: February 8, 10, 17, 2018 FEMA NIMS ICS 400 Advanced Training Lieutenant Session 1: October 10 & 14, 2018 Session 2: October 11 & 13, 2018 Firefighter Level I & II Volunteer Basic Fire Programs Lieutenant Session 1: February 3, 2018 July 9, 2018 Session 2 Hybrid Class: August 4, 2018 January 23, 2019 Page 10

11 Class Name Program Manger Date Session 1: January 11, 18, 25, February 1, 8, 15, & March 1, 2018 Session 2: January 13, 20, 27, February 3, 10, 17, & Fire Instructor I Advanced Training Lieutenant March 3, 2018 Session 3: August 16, 23, 30, September 6, 13, 20, & October 4, 2018 Session 4: August 18, 25, September 8, 15, 22, 29, & October 6, 2018 Fire Instructor II Advanced Training Lieutenant Session 1: March 1, 8, 15, 29, 2018 Session 2: March 3, 10, 17, 31, 2018 Fire Officer I Hybrid Advanced Training Lieutenant Session 1: March 15, 22, 29, April 5, 12, 19, May 3 Session 2: March 17, 24, 31, April 7, 14, 21, May 5 Session 3: October 11, 18, 25, November 1, 8, 15, 29 Session 4: October 13, 20, 27, November 3, 10, 17, December 1 Fire Officer II Hybrid Advanced Training Lieutenant Session 1: May 10, 17, 24, June 7 Session 2: May 12, 19, June 2, 16 Fire Officer III Advanced Training Lieutenant Session 1: September 8, 15, 22, 29, October 13 Hazardous Materials First Responder Awareness Volunteer Basic Fire Programs Lieutenant Session 1: Offered Online Tes ng can be coordinated with the Vol. Basic Lieutenant Hazardous Materials First Responder Opera ons Volunteer Basic Fire Programs Lieutenant Session 1: June 6, 13, 16, 17, 18, 20, 23, 2018 Session 2: December 26, 31, January 1, 5, 6, 7, 9, 2019 PWC Incident Officer Advanced Training Lieutenant Session 1: April 14, 15, 21, 2018 Session 2: October 6, 7, 13, 2018 Page 11

12 Class Name Program Manger Date L.P. Gas Emergencies Volunteer Basic Fire Programs Lieutenant Session 1: January 20, 2018 Session 2: July 9, 2018 Session 3: January 23, 2019 Mayday Firefighter Down/Awareness Volunteer Basic Fire Programs Lieutenant Session 1: January 13 14, 2018 Session 2: June 30 July 1, 2018 Session 3: January 12 13, 2019 Mayday Technician (RITCO) Volunteer Basic Fire Programs Lieutenant Session 1: January 20 21, 2018 Session 2: July 7 8, 2018 Session 3: January 19 20, 2019 NFA Leadership I Advanced Training Lieutenant Session 1: January 3 4, 2018 NFA Leadership II Advanced Training Lieutenant Session 1: January 5, 8, 2018 NFA Leadership III Advanced Training Lieutenant Session 1: January 9 10, 2018 Rural Water Supply Advanced Training Lieutenant Session 1: May 5, 6, 2018 Session 2: July 28, 29, 2018 Session 3: November 3, 4, 2018 Note: Dates of classes contained in this course catalog are subject to change due to external causes (contractors, state requirements, etc.), facility or resource needs, or other issues beyond the Public Safety Training Center staff s control. Page 12

13 Class Name Program Manger Date Introduc on To Technical Rescue Module I Tech Rescue Lieutenant Session 1: Offered Online Introduc on To Technical Rescue Module II Tech Rescue Lieutenant Session 1: February 17 18, 2018 Session 2: Preceding Level II courses Confined Space Level I Tech Rescue Lieutenant Session 1: April 14 15, 2018 Confined Space Level II Tech Rescue Lieutenant Session 1: October 27 28, 2018 Rope Rescuer Level I Tech Rescue Lieutenant Session 1: March 17, 18, 24, 25, 2018 Rope Rescuer Level II Tech Rescue Lieutenant Session 1: August 17, 18, 19, 2018 Trench Rescue Level I Tech Rescue Lieutenant Session 1: June 2 3, 2018 Trench Rescue Level II Tech Rescue Lieutenant Session 1: November 30, December 1, 2, 2018 Vehicle Rescue Level I Tech Rescue Lieutenant Session 1: May 5 6, 2018 Vehicle Rescue Level II Tech Rescue Lieutenant Session 1: September 14, 15, 16, 2018 Note: Dates of classes contained in this course catalog are subject to change due to external causes (contractors, state requirements, etc.), facility or resource needs, or other issues beyond the Public Safety Training Center staff s control. Page 13

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15 Ques ons regarding EMS classes? Captain Brian Jurgensen Lieutenant Jacob Smoot Lieutenant Thomas Arnoto Paramedic Program Billy Fritz Technician II Shannon Frick ALS Training BLS Training Technician II Estee Warring CPR Technician Technician II Sara Sproule Technician II Tyler Die ert tdie Page 15

16 ADVANCED CARDIAC LIFE SUPPORT (ACLS) ALS CONTINUING MEDICAL EDUCATION (CME) Follows the American Heart Associa on s curriculum for ACLS. Students enhance their skills in trea ng adult vic ms of cardiac arrest and other cardiopulmonary emergencies through ECG recogni on, code team management and communica on, pharmacology, and advanced life support techniques and procedures. American Heart Associa on: Current AHA HCP CPR cer fica on Cer fied as an EMT I or EMT P 16 hours (Full cer fica on course) 8 hours (Recer fica on a end day one) AHA ACLS Course Comple on Card None All CME's are designed to provide the 72 hours required by the Na onal Registry for the Paramedic level recer fica on. The CME's are presented in nine hour blocks, four mes a year for a total of eight classes over a two year cycle. Prince William ALS providers must a end all classes and pass all end of course exams to be eligible for waiver of the Commonwealth s recer fica on exam. 9 hours Cer fied as an EMT I or EMT P (Na onal Registry, Virginia Reciprocity eligible or Virginia level). CE credits awarded See specific session s Training Advisory EMS Courses Page 16

17 ALS PROTOCOLS ALS PROTOCOLS TRAIN THE TRAINER This class is designed for the cer fied ALS provider prior to star ng their ALS Field Internship Program. Developed in concert with Prince William County s Opera onal Medical Director, this course is designed to refine the ALS provider s knowledge, skills, and abili es. Students must possess a strong knowledge of ALS skills and educa on, as well as be familiar with 12 lead ECG recogni on and diagnosis. 24 hours Currently cer fied as an EMT I or EMT P (Na onal Registry, Virginia Reciprocity eligible or Virginia level) Must be PWC BLS Endorsed CE credits awarded This course is designed for those ALS providers that have proven ALS skills and knowledge in the field. This course will test protocol knowledge as well as advanced medical pathophysiology. 8 hours Cer fied as a Virginia State EMT I or higher 2 years as an ac ve PWC ALS provider Instructor I (preferred) PWC Cer ficate None EMS Courses Stethoscope Page 17

18 BLS PROTOCOLS BLS PROTOCOLS TRAIN THE TRAINER This interac ve and skill based class educates the new EMT B in the PWC Pa ent Care Manual (BLS level). This course is designed for those BLS providers that have proven BLS skills and knowledge in the field. Infec on Control Stress First Aid HazMat Awareness Current AHA HCP CPR cer fica on Cer fica on as an EMT B (Virginia) EMS Billing/HIPAA 16 hours PWC Cer ficate None 8 hours Current AHA HCP CPR cer fica on Cer fica on as an EMT B (VA) Successful comple on of PWC BLS Protocols class An ac ve PWC BLS provider for two years prior to applica on date PWC Cer ficate None EMS Courses Page 18

19 CARDIO PULMONARY RESUSCITATION (CPR) HEALTHCARE PROVIDER (HCP) CARDIO PULMONARY RESUSCITATION (CPR) INSTRUCTOR Follows the American Heart Associa on s curriculum for CPR HCP. The class is designed to teach students to recognize several life threatening emergencies, provide CPR, use an AED, and relieve choking in a safe, mely and effec ve manner. To enhance success, poten al students should take the me to prepare prior to the class. None 8 hours Follows the American Heart Associa on s curriculum for CPR BLS instructor cer fica on. In addi on to demonstra ng CPR knowledge and skills, students will learn how to u lize AHA CPR teaching resources and how to maintain and decontaminate the equipment used in a typical CPR class. Newly cer fied instructors will also be required to be monitored when teaching their first course within three months of comple on of the instructor course. Current AHA HCP CPR cer fica on EMS Courses AHA CPR HCP course comple on card None Have held AHA HCP CPR cer fica on for a minimum of one year Required to demonstrate proficiency in CPR knowledge and skills by a ending a pretest prior to class start 16 hours Upon comple on of course and required monitoring, will receive AHA BLS Instructor cer fica on (must meet AHA renewal requirements every two years to maintain cer fica on) None Page 19

20 EMERGENCY MEDICAL TECHNICIAN Course will follow the Virginia EMS Educa on Standards derived from the USDOT Na onal EMS Educa on Standards. PWC course will exceed the na onal training hour minimums. The course will teach students all skills necessary to provide emergency medical care as a BLS provider and include topics such as: anatomy and physiology, oxygen therapy and airway maintenance, trauma and medical care, pa ent assessment, and many others. Students must complete a 10 hour clinical component and will receive standardized cogni ve and psychomotor skills exams at the comple on of the course. State: Be proficient in reading, wri ng and speaking the English language Be a minimum of 16 years of age at the beginning date of the cer fica on course. If less than 18 years of age, a completed parental permission verifying approval for enrollment in the course is required. Current approved CPR cer fica on EMS Courses Have no physical or mental impairment that would render them unable to perform all prac cal skills required for that level of cer fica on Not have been convicted of or found guilty of any crime, offense or regulatory viola on, or par cipated in any other prohibited conduct iden fied in state EMS regula ons Infec on Control Stress First Aid Current AHA HCP CPR cer fica on HazMat Awareness EMS Billing Documenta on and HIPAA Training 154+ hours Upon successful comple on of Virginia examina ons, a cer fica on card will be issued by Virginia Office of EMS See course syllabus for class specific requirements Page 20

21 EMERGENCY MEDICAL TECHNICIAN REFRESHER EMS BILLING DOCUMENTATION & HIPAA TRAINING Course will follow the Virginia EMS Educa on Standards derived from the USDOT Na onal EMS Educa on Standards. This course is designed for those providers desiring to maintain the current EMT cer fica on. 36+ hours Virginia EMT Cer fica on Infec on Control Stress First Aid Current AHA HCP CPR cer fica on HazMat Awareness CE credits awarded and Virginia Office of EMS tes ng eligibility This course provides an overview of the rules and regula ons involving billing for EMS services within Prince William County as well as the Health Informa on Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA). State: 4 Hours None None PWC Cer ficate None EMS Courses None Page 21

22 INFECTION CONTROL A comprehensive introduc on into bio hazards, and the dangers associated with them. This class provides valuable insight into the disease process and its communicability, ways of preven on, and engineering controls. This class sa sfies the current OSHA requirements for Blood and Airborne pathogens. 4 Hours NONE EMS Courses PWC Cer ficate None Page 22

23 NATIONAL REGISTRY EMT PARAMEDIC This program is designed to cer fy individuals to the highest level of pre hospital advanced life support care available in Virginia. This program fulfills all the requirements of the Virginia EMS Educa on Standards at the paramedic level. The program expands on the skills and subjects contained in the Intermediate courses. This is an intensive program containing over 1400 hours of didac c and prac cal class me, as well as, clinical and field rota ons. Students must be prepared to devote me to the program and personal study. State: Current AHA HCP CPR cer fica on Infec on Control HazMat Awareness EMS Billing Documenta on and HIPAA Training Be proficient in reading, wri ng and speaking the English language EMS Courses Be a minimum of 18 years of age at the beginning date of the cer fica on course Current VA cer fica on as an EMT or higher High School or General Equivalency Diploma Have no physical or mental impairment that would render them unable to perform all prac cal skills required for that level of cer fica on Not have been convicted of or found guilty of any crime, offense or regulatory viola on, or par cipated in any other prohibited conduct iden fied in state EMS regula ons 3 Hours Program cer ficate and upon successful comple on of Na onal Registry exam, a cer fica on will be issued by the Na onal Registry of EMTs. None On July 21, 2016, The Prince William County Department of Fire and Rescue was awarded programma c accredita on for the Emergency Medical Technician Paramedic program. The program demonstrated that it met or exceeded all na onal Standards as set forth by the Commission on Accredita on of Allied Health Educa on Programs (CAAHEP). The Prince William County Department of Fire and Rescue is one of only two fire-based programs to be awarded this accredita on within the Commonwealth of Virginia. Page 23

24 PEDIATRIC ADVANCED LIFE SUPPORT (PALS) STRESS FIRST AID This curriculum follows the American Heart Associa on s standard. Students must possess a working knowledge of pediatric anatomy and physiology to gain the most success out of this class. This class tasks students with many of the same goals as ACLS, but with a pediatric specific guidelines and pathophysiology. Student must be either enrolled in an EMT I or EMT P class or already cer fied as an EMT I or EMT P American Heart Associa on: Current AHA HCP CPR cer fica on This class provides an introduc on for the new fire and rescue provider about some of the many stressors faced. It also helps iden fy healthy versus unhealthy coping habits when dealing with stress. The class helps new providers acclimate to the fire and rescue environment and provides them with a list of resources should they encounter a call or situa on that troubles them. Students can request the class materials from their training officer. The link for this class is found within your blackboard profile. Once completed a copy of their printed cer ficate should be forwarded to the PSTC. Clink the link for Fire Heroes website, follow direc ons to complete the one page registra on process. Once completed you will be sent a confirma on with your Fire Heroes website login to access the learning pla orm. EMS Courses 16 hours (Full cer fica on course) 8 hours (Recer fica on a end day one) AHA PALS course comple on card None None 1 Hour Na onal Fallen Firefighters Founda on Cert None Page 24

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26 Ques ons regarding Fire classes? Fire Programs Captain Bruce Tucker, Volunteer Basic Training Lt. Ma hew Smallwood, Technician II Ron Carlson, Technician II Jeff Metz, Driving Programs Lt. Danny Perkins, Advanced Leadership Programs Captain Patrick Reese, Lt. Danny Perkins, Lt. Dave Caruana, Page 26

27 DRIVER AERIAL OPERATOR DRIVER PUMPER OPERATOR A course with detailed instruc on on the opera on, maintenance, and design of aerial fire apparatus. State: Be a minimum of 18 years of age at the beginning date of the cer fica on course EVOC III Firefighter I HazMat Ops Successfully complete Aerial Operator commentary driving requirement on first day of class A course with detailed instruc on on the opera on, maintenance, and design of pumping fire apparatus. Modules include water supply for fire figh ng, fire pump theory, opera ng fire pumps, and fire service hydraulics State: Be a minimum of 18 years of age at the beginning date of the cer fica on course EVOC III Firefighter I HazMat Opera ons Successfully complete Driver Pump Operator commentary driving requirement on first day of class Fire Courses Basic knowledge of the opera on of fire apparatus 32 hours VDFP cer ficate, Na onal Board on Fire Service Professional Qualifica ons (NBFSPQ) registra on eligible Helmet, u lity gloves, and steel toed boots and/ or full turnout gear 64+ hours Basic knowledge of the opera on of fire apparatus VDFP cer ficate, Na onal Board on Fire Service Professional Qualifica ons (NBFSPQ) registra on eligible Helmet, u lity gloves, and steel toed boots and/or full turnout gear Page 27

28 HANDLING ELEVATOR EMERGENCIES EMERGENCY VEHICLE OPERATORS COURSE (EVOC) I & II A course with detailed instruc on on the safe removal of vic ms from stalled elevators, and elevator safety. Be a minimum of 18 years of age at the beginning date of the cer fica on course Firefighter I Current AHA HCP CPR cer fica on Infec on Control A course designed to enhance safe vehicle opera on by stressing theory and principles of defensive driving in both emergency and non emergency situa ons. A wri en examina on is required for the classroom por on, and students will be evaluated during driving exercises (EVOC II tests with ambulances). State: Be a minimum of 18 years of age at the beginning date of the cer fica on course Have a valid unrestricted operator s license Fire Courses Stress First Aid HazMat Awareness Affiliated with an emergency services organiza on or Virginia Division of Motor Vehicles (DMV) assigned 8 hours Have wri en approval from their sponsoring agency, signed by an authorized agent for the sponsoring agency PWC Cer ficate Helmet, safety glasses, gloves, steel toed work boots Completed 5 hours of non emergency driving me, on the class of apparatus that student is a emp ng to cer fy on prior to a ending an EVOC class. FRA Procedure Driver Operator Prepara on; hours VDFP cer ficate None Page 28

29 EMERGENCY VEHICLE OPERATORS COURSE (EVOC) III A course designed to enhance safe vehicle opera on by stressing theory and principles of defensive driving in both emergency and non emergency situa ons. A wri en examina on is required for the classroom por on, and students will be evaluated during driving exercises (EVOC III tests with pumpers). State: Be a minimum of 18 years of age at the beginning date of course Have a valid unrestricted operator s license Affiliated with an emergency services organiza on or Virginia Division of Motor Vehicles (DMV) assigned Fire Courses Have wri en approval from their sponsoring agency, signed by an authorized agent for the sponsoring agency EVOC II cer fica on Completed 5 hours of non emergency driving me, on the class of apparatus that student is a emp ng to cer fy on prior to a ending an EVOC class. FRA Procedure Driver Operator Prepara on; hours VDFP Cer ficate None Page 29

30 NIMS ICS 300 NIMS ICS 400 This course provides training and resources for personnel who require advanced applica on of the ICS. The course expands upon informa on covered in the ICS 100 and ICS 200 courses. This course provides training and resources for personnel who require advanced applica on of the ICS. This course expands upon informa on covered in ICS 100 through ICS 300 courses. These earlier courses are prerequisites for ICS 400. State: None ICS 100, 200, 700, and 800 State: None Fire Courses ICS 100, 200, 300, 700, and Hours 12 Hours PWC Cer ficate PWC Cer ficate None None Page 30

31 FIREFIGHTER I & II (w/ LPG, HazMat Opera ons, Mayday FF Down, and Mayday RITCO) An entry level course for new firefighters that consists of a combina on of class room study, scenarios, and homework that will prepare the firefighter to carry out most fire ground func ons under the direct supervision of an officer or experienced firefighter. Course will also include HazMat Opera ons, LPG lecture, Mayday Firefighter Down, and Mayday Technician Rapid Interven on Company Opera ons. HazMat Awareness Stress First Aid Infec on Control Current medical clearance from DFR Health & Safety (Current Fit Test, NFPA 1582 State: 420 Hours Physical, OSHA Respirator Ques onnaire) Due to ming of course offerings, especially for longer progressive courses (i.e. Emergency Medical Technician, Firefighter I, etc.), individuals may request a endance in those progressive courses given the following situa on: A minimum of two (2) prerequisites courses have been completed. Enrollment in the remaining two (2) prerequisite courses has been accomplished. The student will complete the remaining two (2) prerequisite courses prior to the comple on of the progressive course. If the student does not have all prerequisites courses completed by the end of the progressive course, no cer ficates will be issued for that course un l the prerequisite requirement is sa sfied. Be a minimum of 16 years of age at the beginning date of the cer fica on course. If less than 18 years of age, a completed parental permission verifying approval for enrollment in the course is required. Minors must comply with all Junior Firefighters pre requisites as defined by Department of Labor and Industry (DOLI) standards. Current AHA HCP CPR cer fica on HazMat Opera ons (will receive during the class) Fire Courses PWC Cer ficate None Page 31

32 FIRE INSTRUCTOR I FIRE INSTRUCTOR II A course designed for student to demonstrate knowledge and ability to deliver instruc on from prepared lesson plans, u lize instruc onal aids and evalua on tools, organize the learning environment where safety is maximized, and understand required documenta on. State: 40+ Hours Firefighter II HazMat Opera ons Be a minimum of 18 years of age at the beginning date of the cer fica on course VDFP cer ficate, Na onal Board on Fire Service Professional Qualifica ons (NBFSPQ) registra on eligible None In addi on to Instructor I qualifica ons, students will demonstrate the ability to develop individual lesson plans for specific topics, including learning objec ves, develop evalua on tools for proficiency, and supervise/coordinate the ac vi es of other instructors. Students will be required to deliver a twenty minute presenta on. State: 32+ Hours Fire Instructor I HazMat Opera ons Be a minimum of 18 years of age at the beginning date of the cer fica on course VDFP cer ficate, Na onal Board on Fire Service Professional Qualifica ons (NBFSPQ) registra on eligible Fire Courses None Page 32

33 FIRE OFFICER I HYBRID FIRE OFFICER II HYBRID For students who will func on at the supervisory level, develop effec ve verbal and wri en communica ons, func on at all levels in the incident management system, assign tasks and responsibili es to unit members, recommend ac ons for member related problems, apply various policies and procedures, priori ze tasks and develop plans, and ability to have posi ve and construc ve interpersonal rela ons and implement change. Topics include the company officer's role in challenges and opportuni es, effec ve communica ons, organiza on, management, managing resources, leadership, personal safety, leading others, fire preven on, building construc on, fire preven on and inves ga on, planning and readiness, and incident management. This course is a mix of in person and on line Instruc on. For students who will func on at the supervisory/managerial level, will ini ate ac ons to evaluate, maximize and correct member performance, ability to document and develop plans for members, ar culate importance of networking and establish external agency rela onships, develop policies and procedures, and other administra ve du es. Topics include human resource management, administra on, informa on management, planning budgets, community awareness, media rela ons, Inspec ons, inves ga ons and emergency service delivery. This course is a mix of in person and on line instruc on. State: Fire Officer I Fire Courses Fire Instructor I State: HazMat Opera ons Fire Instructor I HazMat Opera ons NIMS: IS100b, ICS200b, IS700a, and IS800b NIMS: IS100b, ICS200b, IS700a, and IS800b Be a minimum of 18 years of age at the beginning date of the cer fica on course Be a minimum of 18 years of age at the beginning date of the cer fica on course 32+ Hours 72 Hours VDFP cer ficate, Na onal Board on Fire Service Professional Qualifica ons (NBFSPQ) registra on eligible. VDFP cer ficate, Na onal Board on Fire Service Professional Qualifica ons (NBFSPQ) registra on eligible. None None Page 33

34 FIRE OFFICER III HAZARDOUS MATERIALS FIRST RESPONDER AWARENESS For students who will func on at the managerial/ administra ve level. An eight unit course designed to cover all elements of the NFPA standard. Topics include organiza onal structure, human resource management, administra on, informa on management, planning, budge ng, community awareness, public rela ons, public fire educa on, inspec ons, inves ga ons and emergency services delivery. State: 40+ Hours Fire Instructor II Fire Officer II NIMS: IS700a, IS800b, ICS 300, and ICS 400 Be a minimum of 18 years of age at the beginning date of the cer fica on course VDFP cer ficate, Na onal Board on Fire Service Professional Qualifica ons (NBFSPQ) registra on eligible A course designed for all emergency responders who may respond to poten al hazardous materials emergencies. The program teaches the use of the USDOT Emergency Response Guidebook, Material Safety Data Sheets, and DOT placards and labels, as well as safety and planning informa on. State: 8 Hours Be a minimum of 16 years of age at the beginning date of the cer fica on course. If less than 18 years of age, a completed parental permission verifying approval for enrollment in the course is required. VDFP cer ficate, Na onal Board on Fire Service Professional Qualifica ons (NBFSPQ) registra on eligible None Fire Courses None Page 34

35 HAZARDOUS MATERIALS FIRST RESPONDER OPERATIONS PWC INCIDENT OFFICER The class builds upon HazMat Awareness level and will include topics such as proper es of hazardous materials, containers, transporta on hazards, and protec ve equipment. The prac cal includes various defensive scenarios. A course designed to educate first line supervisors and firefighters riding as a unit officer. Students will learn how to make an ini al size up, and plan of a ack un l a senior officer arrives. State: Be a minimum of 16 years of age at the beginning date of the cer fica on course. If less than 18 years of age, a completed parental permission verifying approval for enrollment in the course is required. Firefighter I or II (or currently enrolled) Be a minimum of 18 years of age at the beginning date of the cer fica on course Firefighter II; or EMT B 100% a endance required Fire Courses Current AHA HCP CPR cer fica on HazMat Awareness Proficient in using SCBA 24 Hours PWC Cer ficate Current medical clearance from DFR Health & Safety (Current Fit Test, NFPA 1582 Physical, OSHA Respirator Ques onnaire) None 36 Hours VDFP cer ficate, Na onal Board on Fire Service Professional Qualifica ons (NBFSPQ) registra on eligible None Page 35

36 L.P. GAS EMERGENCIES MAYDAY FIREFIGHTER DOWN Classroom training in LPG emergencies. Firefighter I/II (or currently enrolled) 4 Hours PWC Cer ficate None This class will provide training for every member of the team to survive the worst event on the fire ground using self rescue techniques. Topics covered include two in/two out, firefighter self rescue, flashover recogni on, building construc on for firefighter safety, firefighter accountability and other safe fire ground skills. State: Be a minimum of 16 years of age at the beginning date of the cer fica on course. If less than 18 years of age, a completed parental permission verifying approval for enrollment in the course is required. Firefighter I/II (or currently enrolled) HazMat Opera ons Current medical clearance from DFR Health & Safety (Current Fit Test, NFPA 1582 Physical, OSHA Respirator Ques onnaire) Fire Courses 16 Hours VDFP Cer ficate Full turnout gear and MSA facepiece; PSTC will supply students with an airpack Page 36

37 MAYDAY TECHNICIAN RAPID INTERVENTION TEAM COMPANY OPS (RITCO) RURAL WATER SUPPLY This course is designed to give the student the knowledge and skills to operate effec vely and efficiently as a member of a unit assigned as the Rapid Interven on Team at an emergency scene. State: 16 Hours Be a minimum of 16 years of age at the beginning date of the cer fica on course. If less than 18 years of age, a completed parental permission verifying approval for enrollment in the course is required. Firefighter I/II (or currently enrolled) HazMat Opera ons Firefighter I or II, MAYDAY FF Down (Enrollment in MAYDAY FF Down Class will sa sfy this requirement) NFPA 1582 Physical and Fit Test. Current paper work must be on file with PWCDFR Health & Safety. VDFP Cer ficate A course designed for fire departments that depends heavily on tanker shu les to provide water at the fire ground. Course consists of classroom training on equipment needed, apparatus placement on the fire ground and the fill site, safety, and extensive hands on training conduc ng tanker shu les under realis c condi ons. 16 Hours Be a minimum of 16 years of age at the beginning date of the cer fica on course. If less than 18 years of age, a completed parental permission verifying approval for enrollment in the course is required. Firefighter II Apparatus drivers must have completed EVOC III and have Driver Operator Pumper cer fica on. PWC Cer ficate Helmet, u lity gloves, and steel toed boots and/or full turnout gear Fire Courses None Page 37

38 Heavy Technical Rescue Course Descriptions Page 38

39 Ques ons regarding HTR classes? Advanced Leadership Program Captain Patrick Reese, Lt. Kevin Tobey, Page 39

40 INTRODUCTION TO TECHNICAL RESCUE MODULE I INTRODUCTION TO TECHNICAL RESCUE MODULE II This course provides a founda on to prepare students for a wide variety of possible rescue opera ons based on objec ves from NFPA 1006 Standard on Technical Rescuer Professional Qualifica ons, Search and Rescue Incidents. State: 16 Hours Be a minimum of 18 years of age at the beginning date of the cer fica on course Infec on Control Current AHA CPR HCP Stress First Aid HazMat Opera ons None VDFP Cer ficate This course provides a founda on to prepare students for a wide variety of possible rescue opera ons based on objec ves from NFPA 1006 Standard on Technical Rescuer Professional Qualifica ons, Search and Rescue Incidents. State: 24 Hours Be a minimum of 18 years of age at the beginning date of the cer fica on course Infec on Control Current AHA CPR HCP Stress First Aid HazMat Opera ons VDFP Cer ficate Helmet, u lity gloves, and steel toed boots or full turnout gear Heavy Technical Rescue Course Page 40

41 CONFINED SPACE LEVEL I CONFINED SPACE LEVEL II A course designed to examine hazard recogni on, vic m access, stabiliza on and retrieval. Advanced prac cal and classroom sessions focus on the three primary hazards associated with confined space entry: physical, atmospheric and psychological. State: Be a minimum of 18 years of age at the beginning date of the cer fica on course Firefighter I or verifica on OSHA PPE Respiratory Protec on requirements for SCBA Introduc on to Technical Rescue Modules 1 and 2 Rope Rescuer Level I Infec on Control Current AHA CPR HCP Stress First Aid HazMat Awareness Firefighter I or EMT (must have SCBA training) This course includes classroom and prac cal training coordina ng, performing and supervising complex confined space rescue opera ons. Topics include hazard Iden fica on, equipment usage, confined space pre planning, incident ac on plan development and implementa on, complex rescue considera ons, correc ve measures for controlling hazards and advanced rescue techniques. State: Be a minimum of 18 years of age at the beginning date of the cer fica on course Firefighter I or verifica on OSHA PPE Respiratory Protec on requirements for SCBA Introduc on to Technical Rescue Modules 1 and 2 Rope Rescuer Level I Confined Space Level I Infec on Control Current AHA HCP CPR cer fica on Stress First Aid HazMat Awareness Firefighter I or EMT (must have SCBA training) Current medical clearance from DFR Health & Safety (Current Fit Test, NFPA 1582 Physical, OSHA Respirator Ques onnaire) 16 Hours Heavy Technical Rescue Course 16 Hours Current medical clearance from DFR Health & Safety (Current Fit Test, NFPA 1582 Physical, OSHA Respirator Ques onnaire) VDFP Cer ficate Full turnout gear and SCBA VDFP cer ficate of a endance upon successful comple on of the program. In order to receive cer fica on to the NFPA 1006 as a Confined Space Rescuer Level II, students will need to successfully pass wri en and skills tes ng separate from this program. Full turnout gear (or NFPA rated fire helmet or technical rescue helmet; steel toed boots; gloves; eye protec on; and, minimum long sleeve coveralls or pants/long sleeve shirt with elbow and knee pads) and SCBA Page 41

42 ROPE RESCUER LEVEL I ROPE RESCUER LEVEL II A course designed to provide an opportunity for fire and rescue personnel who can demonstrate proficiency in basic rope rescue skills to further their knowledge. Classroom and skills exercises will be u lized to prepare advanced students to remove vic ms from above and below grade situa ons. Includes extensive informa on on rigging and haul back systems. State: Be a minimum of 18 years of age at the beginning date of the cer fica on course Firefighter I or verifica on OSHA PPE Respiratory Protec on requirements for SCBA Introduc on to Technical Rescue Modules 1 and 2 Rope Rescuer Level I Confined Space Level I 32 Hours Infec on Control Current AHA HCP CPR cer fica on Stress First Aid HazMat Awareness Firefighter I or EMT (must have SCBA training) Current medical clearance from DFR Health & Safety (Current Fit Test, NFPA 1582 Physical, OSHA Respirator Ques onnaire) VDFP Cer ficate Helmet, u lity gloves, and steel toed boots or full turnout gear This course includes classroom and prac cal training including comple ng an assignment while suspended from a rope rescue system, moving a vic m, func oning as a li er tender, selec ng and construc ng a system, direc ng a team in the opera on of a system in a high angle environment. State: Be a minimum of 18 years of age at the beginning date of the cer fica on course Firefighter I or verifica on OSHA PPE Respiratory Protec on requirements for SCBA 24 Hours Rope Rescuer Level I Infec on Control Current AHA HCP CPR cer fica on Stress First Aid HazMat Awareness Current medical clearance from DFR Health & Safety (Current Fit Test, NFPA 1582 Physical, OSHA Respirator Ques onnaire) VDFP Cer ficate Helmet, u lity gloves (firefigh ng gloves are not acceptable), eye protec on and steel toed boots or full turnout gear; NFPA rated Class 2/Class 3 rescue harness cer fied per manufactures recommenda ons. Each harness will be inspected and approved by the VDFP Instruc onal Staff prior to use; long pants (no loose fi ng clothing while loaded on rope). Heavy Technical Rescue Course Page 42

43 TRENCH RESCUE LEVEL I TRENCH RESCUE LEVEL II A course designed to offer a combina on of classroom and prac cal evolu ons that allow the student to learn proper techniques to make open trenches and excava ons safe for vic m access and removal. Topics include: conduc ng a size up of a trench incident, implemen ng a trench incident ac on plan, implemen ng support opera ons, installing protec ve systems for straight wall trenches with no collapse, trenches with a single wall slough failure, and trenches with a vic m trapped in soil, disentangling a vic m from soil, removing a vic m from a trench, disassembling protec ve systems, and opera ng as a member of a rescue team. State: 16 Hours Be a minimum of 18 years of age at the beginning date of the cer fica on course Firefighter I or verifica on OSHA PPE Respiratory Protec on requirements for SCBA Introduc on to Technical Rescue Modules 1 and 2 Firefighter I Infec on Control Current AHA HCP CPR cer fica on Stress First Aid HazMat Awareness Firefighter I or EMT (must have SCBA training) Current medical clearance from DFR Health & Safety (Current Fit Test, NFPA 1582 Physical, OSHA Respirator Ques onnaire) VDFP Cer ficate Full turnout gear and safety glasses This course includes classroom and prac cal training to prepare the student to func on at the Trench Rescue Level II (Technician). Topics include: Interes ng trenches, deep trenches, installing supplemental shee ng and shoring systems, construc ng load stabiliza on systems, li ing loads, coordina ng the use of heavy equipment as well as releasing and extrica ng vic m from entrapment. State: Be a minimum of 18 years of age at the beginning date of the cer fica on course Firefighter I or verifica on OSHA PPE Respiratory Protec on requirements for SCBA 24 Hours Introduc on to Technical Rescue Modules 1 and 2 Rope Rescuer Level I Confined Space Rescue Level II Vehicle and Machinery Search and Rescue Level II Infec on Control Current AHA HCP CPR cer fica on Stress First Aid HazMat Awareness Firefighter I or EMT (must have SCBA training) Current medical clearance from DFR Health & Safety (Current Fit Test, NFPA 1582 Physical, OSHA Respirator Ques onnaire) VDFP cer ficate of a endance for comple ng this class. In order to be ProBoard cer fied to the NFPA , students must successfully complete a wri en and prac cal skills tes ng session. Heavy Technical Rescue Course Page 43

44 VEHICLE RESCUE LEVEL I VEHICLE RESCUE LEVEL II This course has classroom and prac cal training in passenger vehicle anatomy, systema c approach to vehicle rescue incidents, passenger vehicle stabiliza on, incident hazard isola on, access and egress of passenger vehicles, disentanglement of vic ms, the packaging and removal of vic ms for a passenger vehicle, and opera ng as a member of a rescue team and direc ng rescue opera ons. State: 16 Hours Be a minimum of 18 years of age at the beginning date of the cer fica on course Introduc on to Technical Rescue Modules 1 and 2 Recommended students have experience in theory and use of basic hand tools Infec on Control Current AHA HCP CPR cer fica on Stress First Aid HazMat Awareness Firefighter I or EMT (or higher) Current medical clearance from DFR Health & Safety (Current Fit Test, NFPA 1582 Physical, OSHA Respirator Ques onnaire) VDFP Cer ficate Full turnout gear and eye protec on This course includes classroom and prac cal training which applies training which applies to those incidents where commercial or heavy vehicles are involved, complex extrica on processes will have to be applied, or mul ple uncommon concurrent hazards are present, or that involve heavy machinery or more than digital entrapment of a vic m. Emphasis will be placed on heavy towing and recovery services, and complex pa ent packaging and removal techniques. State: 16 Hours Be a minimum of 18 years of age at the beginning date of the cer fica on course Introduc on to Technical Rescue Modules 1 and 2 Vehicle Rescue Level I Infec on Control Current AHA HCP CPR cer fica on Stress First Aid HazMat Awareness Firefighter I or EMT (or higher) Current medical clearance from DFR Health & Safety (Current Fit Test, NFPA 1582 Physical, OSHA Respirator Ques onnaire) VDFP Cer ficate Full turnout gear and eye protec on Heavy Technical Rescue Course Page 44

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