Volunteer Fire Fighter: Module I

This course is based on NFPA 1001: Standard for Fire Fighter Professional Qualifications. The Certified Volunteer Fire Fighter Module courses prepare the student for the Volunteer Fire Fighter State Certification Examination. The course is highly structured to provide academic information through a series of lectures and demonstrations augmented with visual aids. Practical skills are developed with a specified degree of proficiency through selected manipulative evolutions. Specific subject topics covered in Volunteer Fire Fighter Module I include: Intro to Fire Service and Firefighter Safety, Communications, Building Construction, Fire Dynamics, and Firefighter Personal Protective Equipment. This course is recommended for all Volunteer Fire Fighters.

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Special Equipment -

NFPA Compliant Turnout Gear

SCBA and Spare Bottle

PASS Device

Physical Requirements - This is a physically demanding course which requires students to be in good physical condition.

Hours   40
            
Field Course – Contact host department regarding cost

Required Text - Essentials of Fire Fighting, 7th Edition

Certification Course Syllabus

Practical Exam Materials

Volunteer Fire Fighter Module I Progress Report and Instructional JPR Verification Sheet

Pre-Requisites

• 18 years of age
• Physical Statement - AFC & PSEC Form 05 - Per the Alabama Administrative Code (Chapter 360-X-1), This form must be completed and submitted prior to beginning any certification training leading to certification as a Fire Fighter or Volunteer Fire Fighter.
• Prior to Certification as a Volunteer Fire Fighter: (Pro Board or IFSAC) Certified Hazardous Materials Awareness and Operations

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