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FSC – 106 - Fire Prevention, Preparedness and Maintenance
Course Description This course provides the student with the necessary skills of fire prevention, emergency scene preparedness, and tool and equipment maintenance. Specifically addressed are the following topics: basic principles of building construction; knowledge of water supply systems to include pressurized systems, rural water supplies, and alternative water supplies; perform hydrant flow tests as part of water flow assessments for water supplies coming from pressurized hydrants; discuss fire detection, suppression, and suppression systems; consolidate all knowledge to perform a pre-incident plan of a facility; selection of proper tools and techniques of cleaning and proper maintenance of those tools; discuss hoselines, nozzles, and fire streams to perform hoseline lays with proper nozzles attached and select the proper fire stream for the class of fire encountered on various types of fire scenes; and service testing of fire hoses. Finally, this course will conclude fire cause determination to gain necessary knowledge and skills to perform a fire investigation to determine the point of origin and the cause of a fire in a structure.
Competency Areas	Hours
Building Construction	Class	3
Water Supply	D. Lab	2
Fire Detection, Protection, and Suppression Systems	P. Lab/O.B.I.	0
Pre-Incident Planning	Credit	4
Fire Cause Determination
Fire Hose, Nozzles, and Streams
Fire Fighter Tools & Equipment

Prerequisite:	Program admission; national certification of Firefighter I status or successful completion of FSC 102, FSC 103, FSC 104, FSC 141
Corequisite:	n/a

Course Guide

Competency	After completing this section, the student will be able to:	Hours
		Class	D.Lab	P.Lab/ O.B.I.
Building Construction		2	0	0
	Describe the effects of fire and suppression activities on common building materials.
	Describe items to be observed during size-up of a building.
	Describe dangerous building conditions created by a fire or by actions taken while trying to extinguish a fire.
	Identify indicators of building collapse.
	Describe actions to take when imminent building collapse is suspected.
	Describe building conditions that create additional risk in construction, renovation, and demolition.
	NFPA 1001 Standard for Firefighter Professional Qualifications, 2008 Edition FFII References
	6.3.2 (A)	2	3	0
Water Supply
	List sources of water supply.
	Describe the three methods of moving water in a system.
	Discuss water treatment facilities.
	Explain the operation of water storage and distribution systems.
	Distinguish among the pressure measurements relevant to water supply.
	SKILLS OBJECTIVES
Hydrant Flow Testing 6.5.3	Test the operability of and flow from a hydrant, given a Pitot tube, pressure gauge, and other necessary tools, so that the readiness of the hydrant is assured and the flow of water from the hydrant can be calculated and recorded.
	Describe how water flows is reduced by hydrant obstructions.
	Describe how the direction of hydrant outlets relates to suitability of use.
	Describe how mechanical damage, rust, corrosion, failure to open the hydrant fully, and susceptibility to freezing effect operation of a hydrant.
	Define static pressure, residual pressure, and flow pressure.
	Demonstrate operation of a pressurized hydrant.
	Demonstrate use of a pitot tube and pressure gauges.
	Demonstrate the ability to detect damage to a hydrant.
	Record the results of a hydrant flow test.
	GA Firefighter Standards & Training Skills References
	Uses Pitot Tube and Gauge HYD-1
	NFPA 1001 Standard for Firefighter Professional Qualifications, 2008 Edition FFII References
	6.5.3(A)
Fire Detection, Protection, and Suppression Systems		4	2	0
	Explain why all firefighters should have a basic understanding of fire protection systems.
	Describe the basic components and functions of a fire alarm system.
	Describe the basic types of fire alarm initiation devices and indicate where each type is most suitable.
	Describe the fire department’s role in resetting fire alarms.
	Explain the different ways that fire alarms may be transmitted to the fire department.
	Identify the four types of sprinkler heads.
	Identify the different styles of indicating valves.
	Describe the operation and application of the following types of automatic sprinkler systems: A. Wet-pipe system B. Dry-pipe system C. Preaction system D. Deluge system
	Describe when and how water is shut-off to a building’s sprinkler system and how to stop water at a single sprinkler head.
	Describe the differences between commercial and residential sprinkler systems.
	Identify the three types of standpipes and point out the differences among them.
	Describe two problems that firefighters could encounter when using a standpipe in a high-rise building.
	Identify the hazards that specialized extinguishing systems can pose to responding firefighters.
	NFPA 1001 Standard for Firefighter Professional Qualifications, 2008 Edition FFII References
	6.5.3(B)	5	4	0
Pre-Incident Planning
	Describe a survey and an inspection.
	Discuss common fire hazards and why they increase the likelihood of a fire.
	Note any items of concern regarding occupancy.
	Summarize special fire hazards in the following occupancies: A. commercial B. manufacturing C. public assembly
	Summarize target hazard properties.
	Discuss personal and equipment requirements for conducting inspections.
	Discuss scheduling and conducting fire inspections.
	Discuss the benefits of pre-incident planning surveys.
	Explain how a pre-incident planning survey is conducted.
	Prepare a pre-incident survey.
	SKILLS OBJECTIVES
Pre-Incident Survey 6.5.3	Prepare a pre-incident survey, given forms, necessary tools, and an assignment, so that all required occupancy information is recorded, items or concern are noted, and accurate sketches or diagrams are prepared.
	Identify and describe the sources of water for fire protection.
	Describe the fundamentals of fire suppression and detection systems.
	Identify common symbols used in diagramming construction features, utilities, hazards, and fire protection systems.
	Describe departmental requirements for a pre-incident survey form completion.
	Describe the importance of accurate diagrams in documenting pre-incident surveys.
	Demonstrate the ability to identify the components of fire suppression and detection systems.
	Sketch the site, buildings, and special features of a facility during a pre-incident survey.
	Document hazards and special considerations in a pre-incident sketch.
	Complete all related departmental forms that are included in a pre-incident survey.
	GA Firefighter Standards & Training Skills References
	Prepares a Pre-Incident Plan Diagram PIP-1
	NFPA 1001 Standard for Firefighter Professional Qualifications, 2008 Edition FFII References
	6.5
	6.5.3
	6.5.3(A)
	6.5.3(B)
Fire Cause Determination		8	2	0
	Describe the role and relationship of the firefighter to criminal investigators and insurance investigators.
	Differentiate accidental fires from incendiary fires.
	Describe the point of origin.
	Define the chain of custody.
	Describe the following types of evidence: A. demonstrative B. direct C. circumstantial
	Describe techniques for preserving fire-cause evidence.
	Describe the observations that firefighters should make during the following fire-ground operations: A. Dispatch & Response B. Arrival & Size-Up C. Entry D. Search & Rescue E. Ventilation F. Suppression G. Overhaul
	Describe the steps needed to secure a property.
	Explain the importance of protecting a fire scene.
	SKILLS OBJECTIVES
Fire Cause & Origin 6.3.4	Protect evidence of fire cause and origin, given a flashlight and overhaul tools, so that the evidence is noted and protected from further disturbance until investigators can arrive on the scene.
	Identify and describe methods used to assess fire cause and origin.
	Identify and describe various types of evidence.
	Identify and describe means to protect various types of evidence.
	Describe the role and relationship of the Firefighter II, criminal investigator, and insurance investigator in fire investigations.
	Describe the effects and problems associated with removing property or evidence from the scene.
	Given a fire inside a structure, locate the fire’s area of origin.
	Demonstrate the ability to recognize possible causes of a fire.
	Demonstrate appropriate techniques used to protect evidence at a fire scene.
	GA Firefighter Standards & Training Skills References
	Cause/Origin & Evidence Protection FCOEP-1
	NFPA 1001 Standard for Firefighter Professional Qualifications, 2008 Edition FFI References
	6.3.4
	6.3.4(A)
	6.3.4(B)
Fire Hose, Nozzles, and Streams		5	5	0
	SKILLS OBJECTIVES
Hose Service Testing 6.5.5	Perform an annual service test on fire hose, given a pump, a marking device, pressure gauges, a timer, record sheets, and related equipment, so that procedures are followed, the condition of the hose is evaluated, any damaged hose is removed from service and the results are recorded.
	Describe procedures for safely conducting hose service testing.
	Describe indicators that dictate any hose be removed from service.
	Describe procedures for recording hose test results.
	Operate hose service testing equipment and nozzles during an annual hose service test.
	Record the results of an annual service test on appropriate forms.
	GA Firefighter Standards & Training Skills References
	Conducts A Fire Hose Service Test HST-1
	NFPA 1001 Standard for Firefighter Professional Qualifications, 2008 Edition FFII References
	6.5.5
	6.5.5(A)
	6.5.5(B)
Fire Fighter Tools & Equipment		4	4	0
	Describe the general purposes of tools and equipment.
	Describe the safety considerations for the use of tools and equipment.
	Describe why it is important to use tools and equipment effectively.
	Describe why it is important to know where tools are located and stored.
	List and describe tools and equipment that are used for the following: A. rotating B. pushing or pulling C. prying or spreading D. striking E. cutting
	Describe tools used in the following fireground operations. A. response and size-up B. forcible entry C. interior attacks D. search and rescue E. ventilation F. salvage G. overhaul
	Describe the importance of properly maintaining tools and equipment.
	Identify methods of cleaning, maintaining, and inspecting the following forcible entry hand tools: A. tools with wooden handles B. tools with fiberglass handles C. tools with cutting edges D. tools with unprotected metal surfaces E. painted or plated tools F. axe heads
	Describe how to maintain power plants and power tools. A. generators B. lighting equipment C. gasoline powered equipment D. electrical powered equipment E. hydraulic powered equipment F. pneumatic powered equipment
	SKILLS OBJECTIVES
Power Equipment Maintenance 6.5.4	Maintain power plants, power tools, and lighting equipment, given tools and manufacturers’ instructions, so that equipment is cleaned and maintained according to manufacturer and departmental guidelines, maintenance is recorded, and equipment is placed in a ready state or reported otherwise.
	Identify, describe and demonstrate methods for cleaning power plants, power tools, and lighting equipment.
	Describe the correct use of cleaning solvents.
	Describe manufacturer and departmental guidelines for maintaining equipment and documentation of the maintenance.
	Describe appropriate practices for reporting problems with power plants, power tools, and lighting equipment.
	Demonstrate the ability to select correct tools and maintain them according to departmental or manufacturers’ guidelines.
	Demonstrate completion of maintenance records and reporting procedures according to departmental guidelines.
	Operate all power plants, power tools, and lighting equipment belonging to the authority having jurisdiction.
	GA Firefighter Standards & Training Skills References
	Generator Daily Inspection MN-1
	Rescue Tool Power Plant Daily Inspection MN-2
	Power Rescue Tool Daily Inspection MN-3
	NFPA 1001 Standard for Firefighter Professional Qualifications, 2008 Edition FFII References
	6.4.2
	6.4.2(A)
	6.4.2(B)
	6.5.4
	6.5.4(A)
	6.5.4(B)

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Posted: 12/22/09