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FSC 108 – Fire Ground Operations
Course Description This course will provide the student basic knowledge of the roles and responsibilities of the Firefighter II; the standard operating procedures and guidelines of firefighters; fire service communications relative to obtaining information from occupants and owners to complete an incident report can be completed accurately; Incident Command principles and their application; practical fireground hydraulics to supply proper nozzle pressures while participating in live fire scenarios.
Competency Areas	Hours
Fireground Roles & Responsibilities	Class	2
Fire Service Communications	D. Lab	4
Incident Command System	P. Lab/O.B.I.	0
Fire Fighter Rehabilitation	Credit	4
Fire Suppression & Foam A. Flammable Liquids Fire Control B. Interior Structure Fire Attack C. Flammable Gas Cylinder Fire & Attack D. Interior Search & Rescue

Prerequisite:	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.
Fireground Roles & Responsibilities		2	0	0
	Define the roles and responsibilities of the Firefighter II.
	Describe the roles and responsibilities of firefighters within the fire department.
	Describe the four basic principles of organization of the fire department.
	Describe the fire department regulations, policies and standard operating procedures, and explain how they apply to the firefighter.
	Locate information in departmental documents and standard operating procedures.
	List the different types of fire department companies and describe their functions.
	Define the chain of command as it applies to a fire department.
General Knowledge Requirements 6.1.1	Describe the responsibilities of the Firefighter II in performing assigned duties in conformance with applicable NFPA and other safety regulations and authority having jurisdiction procedures.
	Describe the role of the Firefighter II in the organization.
	NFPA 1001 Standard for Firefighter Professional Qualifications, 2008 Edition FFII References
	6.1
	6.1.1
	6.5.1(A)
Fire Service Communications		2	5	0
	Summarize guidelines for radio communications.
	Describe information given in arrival and progress reports.
	Explain the purpose of tactical channels.
	Discuss calls for additional resources and emergency radio traffic.
	Discuss evacuation signals and personnel accountability reports.
	SKILLS OBJECTIVES
Complete Incident Reports 6.2.1	Complete a basic incident report, given the report forms, guidelines, and information, so that all pertinent information is recorded, the information is accurate, and the report is complete.
	Describe the content requirements for basic incident reports.
	Describe the purpose of usefulness of accurate reports.
	Describe the consequences of inaccurate reports.
	Describe how to obtain necessary information for completing incident reports.
	Describe coding procedures required for completing incident reports.
	Demonstrate the ability to determine codes necessary for completing incident reports.
	Demonstrate the ability to proof reports to ensure information is accurate.
	Operate fire department computers or other equipment necessary to complete reports.
	Accurately complete an incident report.
	GA Firefighter Standards & Training Skills References
	Prepares A NFIRS Incident Report IR-1
	NFPA 1001 Standard for Firefighter Professional Qualifications, 2008 Edition FFII References
	6.2
	6.2.1
	6.2.1(A)
	6.2.1(B)
	6.2.2
	6.2.2(A)
	6.2.2(B)
Incident Command System		2	2	0
	Describe the characteristics of the incident command system.
	Explain the organization of the incident command system.
	Function within an assigned role within the incident command system.
	Organize and coordinate an incident command system until command is transferred.
	Transfer command within an incident command system.
General Knowledge Requirements 6.1.1	Describe the responsibilities of the Firefighter II in assuming and transferring command within an incident management system.
General Skill Requirements 6.1.2	SKILL OBJECTIVES
	Demonstrate the ability to determine the need for command.
	Demonstrate the ability to organize and coordinate an incident management system until command is transferred.
	Demonstrate the ability to function within an assigned role in the incident management system.
	GA Firefighter Standards & Training Skills References
	Initiate Incident Management IMS-1
	NFPA 1001 Standard for Firefighter Professional Qualifications, 2008 Edition FFII References
	6.1.1
	6.1.2
Fire Fighter Rehabilitation		2	0	0
	Define emergency incident rehabilitation.
	Describe why firefighters need emergency incident rehabilitation.
	List and describe the types of extended fire incidents where firefighters need emergency incident rehabilitation.
	Describe four other types of incidents where firefighters would benefit from emergency incident rehabilitation.
	Describe the functions of a rehabilitation center.
	List the four parts of revitalization.
	Describe the types of fluids that are well suited for firefighters to drink during emergency incident rehabilitation.
	Describe the types of food that are well suited for fire firefighters to eat during emergency incident rehabilitation.
	Describe the personal responsibilities related to emergency incident rehabilitation.
Fire Suppression & Foam		3	0	0
	Summarize considerations for hoseline selection.
	Discuss stream selection.
	Discuss suppressing Class B fires.
	Describe the suppressing characteristics of fire fighting foam.
	Define terms associated with types of foam and the foam making process.
	Discuss how foam is generated.
	Discuss foam concentrates.
	Describe methods by which foam may be proportioned.
	Discuss foam proportioners.
	Discuss foam delivery devices.
	List reasons for failure to generate foam or for generating poor-quality foam.
	Describe foam application techniques.
	Discuss hazards associated with foam concentrates.
	Place a foam line in service.
	Discuss control of gas utilities.
	Discuss command at structural fires.
	Explain actions taken in attacking ignitable liquids fires.
	Explain actions taken in controlling a pressurized flammable gas container fire.
	Explain Incident Command and coordinating attack of a structure fire to include the following tasks: A. fire suppression teams B. search & rescue teams C. ventilation teams D. forcible entry teams
	GA Firefighter Standards & Training Skills References
	Assemble Equipment For Foam Stream FLFC-1
	Apply Foam With The Roll-On Method FLFC-2
	Apply Foam With The Bounce-Off Method FLFC-3
	Apply Foam With The Rain-Down Method FLFC-4
	SKILLS OBJECTIVES	3	8	0
Flammable Liquids Fire Control 6.3.1	Extinguish an ignitable liquid fire, operating as a member of a team, given an assignment, an attack line, personal protective equipment, a foam proportioning device, a nozzle, foam concentrates, and a water supply, so that the correct type of foam concentrate is selected for the given fuel and conditions, a properly proportioned foam stream is applied to the surface of the fuel to create and maintain a foam blanket, fire is extinguished, re-ignition is prevented, team protection is maintained with a foam stream, and the hazard is faced until retreat to a safe haven is reached.
	Identify and describe the methods by which foam prevents or controls a hazard.
	Describe the principles by which foam is generated.
	Identify causes for poor foam generation and describe appropriate corrective measures.
	Describe the differences between hydrocarbon and polar solvent fuels.
	Identify and describe the concentrates that work on hydrocarbon and polar solvent fuels.
	Describe the characteristics, uses, and limitations of firefighting foams.
	List the advantages and disadvantages of using fog nozzles for foam application versus foam nozzles.
	Identify and describe foam stream application techniques.
	Identify and describe hazards associated with foam usage.
	Describe methods used to reduce or avoid hazards associated with foam usage.
	Demonstrate the ability to prepare a foam concentrate supply for use.
	Properly assemble foam stream components for use on an ignitable liquid fire.
	Master various foam application techniques.
	Approach and retreat from spills as part of a coordinated team.
	Extinguish an ignitable liquid fire.
	GA Firefighter Standards & Training Skills References
	Hand Line Application On Pooled Fuel Fires Nozzle FF FLFC-5
	Hand Line Application On Pooled Fuel Fires Backup FF FLFC-5
	SKILLS OBJECTIVES	0	8	0
Interior Structure Fire Attack 6.3.2	Coordinate an interior attack line for team’s accomplishment of an assignment in a structure fire, given attack lines, personnel, personal protective equipment, and tools, so that crew integrity is established; attack techniques are selected for the given level of the fire ( attic, grade level, upper levels, or basement); attack techniques are communicated to attack teams; constant team coordination is maintained; fire growth and development is continuously elevated; search & rescue and ventilation requirements are communicated or managed; hazards are reported to the attack teams; and incident command is apprised of changing conditions.
	Identify the appropriate nozzle and hose for fire attack, given different fir scenarios.
	Identify the appropriate adapters and appliances to be used for specific fireground situations.
	Identify and describe dangerous building conditions created by fire and fire suppression activities.
	List indicators of building collapse.
	Describe the effects of fire and fire suppression activities on wood, masonry, cast iron, steel, reinforced concrete, sheet rock, glass, and plaster on lath.
	Identify and describe search and rescue and ventilation procedures used during structure fire control activities.
	List indicators of structural instability.
	Describe suppression approaches and practices for various structural fires.
	Describe the association between specific tools and special forcible entry needs.
	Assemble a team and choose the appropriate attack techniques for various levels of a fire (attic, grade level, upper levels, or basement).
	Demonstrate the ability to evaluate and forecast a fire’s growth and development and determine developing hazardous building conditions.
	Demonstrate selection of forcible entry tools for use during an interior structural fire attack.
	Incorporate search & rescue procedures and ventilation procedures in the completion of the attack team’s efforts.
	GA Firefighter Standards & Training Skills References
	Coordinating Structure Fire Attack Attack Team SFC-1
	Coordinating Structure Fire Attack Forcible Entry Team SFC-1
	Coordinating Structure Fire Attack Ventilation Team SFC-1
	SKILLS OBJECTIVES	4	4	0
Pressurized Container Fire Control 6.3.3	Control a flammable gas cylinder fire operating as a member of a team, given an assignment, a cylinder outside of a structure, an attack line, personal protective equipment and tools, so that crew integrity is maintained, contents are identified, safe havens are identified prior to advancing, open valves are closed, flames are not extinguished unless the leaking gas is eliminated, the cylinder is cooled, cylinder integrity is evaluated, hazardous conditions are recognized and acted upon, and the cylinder is faced during approach and retreat.
	Describe the characteristics of pressurized flammable gases.
	Identify and describe the elements of a gas cylinder.
	Describe the effects of heat and pressure on closed cylinders.
	Identify and describe the signs and effects of a boiling liquid expanding vapor explosion (BLEVE).
	Identify and describe methods for identifying contents of containers.
	Describe how to identify safe havens before approaching flammable gas cylinder fires.
	Describe water stream usage and demands for pressurized cylinder fires.
	Describe what to do if the flammable cylinder fire is extinguished prematurely.
	Identify and describe valve types and their operation.
	Describe alternative actions related to various hazards and when to retreat.
	Demonstrate the ability to execute effective advances and retreats.
	Demonstrate various techniques for water application during a flammable gas cylinder fire attack.
	Assess cylinder integrity and changing conditions during a flammable gas cylinder fire attack.
	Operate control valves during a flammable gas cylinder fire attack.
	Choose effective procedures when conditions change during a flammable gas cylinder fire attack.
	GA Firefighter Standards & Training Skills References
	Controls A Flammable Gas Cylinder Fire Team Leader PCFC-1
	Controls A Flammable Gas Cylinder Fire Shutoff Valve Nozzle FF PCFC-1
	Controls A Flammable Gas Cylinder Fire Relief Valve Nozzle FF PCFC-1
	Controls A Flammable Gas Cylinder Fire Valve Shutoff FF PCFC-1
	Controls A Flammable Gas Cylinder Fire Backup FF PCFC-1
	SKILLS OBJECTIVES
Interior Search and Rescue 6.3.2.1	Coordinate a search & rescue in a structure operating as a leader of a team, given an assignment, obscured vision conditions, personal protective equipment, a flashlight, forcible entry tools, hose lines, and ladders when necessary, so that ladders are correctly placed when used, all assigned areas are searched, all victims are located and removed, team integrity is maintained, and team members’ safety-including respiratory protection-is not compromised by using the point of no return.	2	13	0
	Demonstrate how to work and coordinate through the Incident Management System
	Demonstrate how to check in and out of an accountability system
	Demonstrate how to communicate through the Incident Management System using
	Demonstrate proper uses of SCBA’s
	Define the Point of No Return
	Demonstrate the Point of No Return while searching in a building
	Define and demonstrate how to organize a search team
	Define and demonstrate responsibilities of search teams to include: thorough size-ups, accessing means of entry and egress, and making sure necessary equipment is available for search operations
	Define and demonstrate the position of the team leader
	Define and demonstrate the position of a team member
	Define and demonstrate primary searches
	Define and demonstrate secondary searches
	Define and demonstrate a wall search
	Define and demonstrate searching with a hoseline
	Define and demonstrate modified ladder placement utilizing beam and rung raises for emergency rescue situations
	Define and demonstrate modified leg locks for emergency rescue situations
	Define and demonstrate vent, enter, search techniques
	Define and demonstrate large area searches
	Define and demonstrate victim removal techniques for the following a. Conscious victims b. Unconscious victims c. Push/Pull Method d. Window Lift e. Flat Surface (using a door, paneling, folding ladder, etc.) f. Up/Down Stairs g. Down Ladders
	Define and demonstrate uses of Thermal Imaging Cameras
	GA Firefighter Standards & Training Skills References
	Coordinating Structure Fire Attack Search Team SFC-1
	NFPA 1001 Standard for Firefighter Professional Qualifications, 2008 Edition FFII References
	6.1.1
	6.1.2
	6.2.2
	6.2.2(A)
	6.2.2(B)
	6.3
	6.3.1
	6.3.1(A)
	6.3.1(B)
	6.3.2
	6.3.2(A)
	6.3.2(B)
	6.3.3
	6.3.3(A)
	6.3.3(B)

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