FI-108

Introduction to Fire Service

This subject provides an overview of the Ontario Fire Service, the professionalization process for firefighters in Ontario, fire and emergency services organizations, and the roles and responsibilities of employees. In particular, it focuses on the knowledge, attitudes and skills required of a professional firefighter. In addition, legislation and firefighter safety practices are emphasized. This subject is divided into three sections: A) Professionalization Process and the Role of the Firefighter in Ontario, B) Fire/Emergency Services Organization, and C) Fire Fighter Safety Practices. This course will also address Fire Behaviour and the Chemistry of Combustion. This section defines fire and its behaviour from ignition to extinguishment as a result of lack of fuel or oxygen. Fire is studied from both a physical and chemical standpoint. Stages and classes of fire and recognizable events are studied as well as methods of heat/fire spread and the methods used to control and extinguish fire. The final section will address Firefighter Safety Practices. This section covers firefighter safety principles and practices as well as Occupational Health and Safety principles and how they apply to a comprehensive health and safety program for the fire department. The learner will complete a Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS) course by the end of this section. This section covers the purpose, types, uses and limitations of protective clothing. The learner practices donning personal protective clothing and equipment including maintaining, storing, cleaning and inspecting.

Credit Hours

42

Min. Grade

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