FI-113

Fire Ground Operations

This section introduces the rules, procedures and regulations that apply to the driving and operation of fire apparatus. The different types and purposes of fire apparatus and equipment, including tankers, pumpers, aerials and lighting equipment are covered. Pre and post equipment inspection is also covered. Types, classification system, propulsion methods, extinguishants, characteristics and use of portable fire extinguishers used by the fire service are also covered. It also describes the limitations of these devices and the precautions associated with their use. Finally this section specifies considerations, procedures and precautions necessary to successfully extinguish the four classes of fire and compressed gas cylinder fires.

Credit Hours

42

Min. Grade

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