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VDFP Technical Rescue Course for Spring 2010
Start Date End Date Course Jurisdiction
Wise Regional Class Descriptions
Mayday Fire Fighter Down Awareness 441-10045 September 11, 2010
Description:A course designed to train basic firefighters through chief officers of the department. At the completion of this course, the candidate will have a thorough understanding of radio transmission etiquette, self rescue techniques, and SCBA air management. The course is in compliance with NFPA 1001 Standards and was developed with the student’s personal safety in mind. SCBA and PPE required for this course. A low impact practical exercise is included in this course. Prerequisites: Fire Attack Essentials and Intermediate or currently enrolled in an approved Firefighter I course with PPE and SCBA modules completed. Equipment Required: Full PPE and SCBA with a spare bottle. Hours: 6
SCBA Maze 441-10041
September 12, 2010
Description:A course designed to utilize intensive practical activities to review all aspects of
SCBA use including basic operations, search and rescue techniques, emergency breathing
techniques and practical evolutions. Equip. Req:Full turnout gear and SCBA Hours:8 hours
NFA ISO 441-10042
September 11 & 12, 2010
Description:Examines the Safety Officer’s role at emergency situations. Focus will be on operations within the ICS.
Prerequisites:None Equipment Required:None Hours: 12
Book: NFA Incident Safety Officer $6.00.
Crew Leader 441-11027
September 11, 12, 18 & 19, 2010
Description: (32 Hour Attendance Course) A VDFP attendance training program designed to provide an advanced training opportunity to those members that have completed Firefighter II certification training or a minumum of four (4) modules of the VDFP “Fire Attack” series. The program presents basic leadership and operational concepts for the individuals that might find themselves in the “Officers” seat of the apparatus as a temporary assignment. This program covers: Communications, Leadership, Coaching, Incident Scene Preparation, Building Construction, Response Scenarios, and Safety through case studies.
Equipment Required:None. Hours:32
HTR Vehicle Rescue
September 11 & 12, 2010
Description:A course designed for Fire and Rescue personnel with basic and intermediate experience in vehicle rescue. Classroom and practical evolutions will alert students to new hazards associated with today’s vehicles. Time will be spent on how the laws of phusics affect the vehicle and it’s passengers and the outcome this has on tactical considerations. Emphasis is placed on the development of dafe and proficient techniques for vehicle stabilization and lifting, and in the use of air bags and hydraulic systems.
Prerequisites:It is recommended that the student have experience in the theory and use of basic hand tools. Student must be minimum of 18 years of age.
Equipment Required:Full turnout gear, secondary eye protection. Hours:16 Book: Vehicle Rescue Student Manual $6.00.
VIRGINIA DEPARTMENT OF FIRE PROGRAMS DIVISION 4
FUNDED SCHOOLS JULY 2010 – DECEMBER 2010
July 2010
No Schools Scheduled
August 2010
Dublin VFD Pulaski County Mayday FF August 21 & 22, 2010 Radford FD City of Radford D/O Aerial August 28, 29 Sept.11, 12, Oct. 9 & 10, 2010
September 2010
Narrows VFD Giles County HMO September 11, 12, 18 & 19, 2010
Wise Regional Wise County Regional School September 11 & 12, 2010
Lebanon VFD Russell County FF II September 25, 2010
Duffield VFD Scott County BPO September 25 & 26, 2010
October 2010
Richlands VFD Tazewell County ARFF October 2 & 3, 2010
Washington County F & R Mayday FF Down October 9 & 10, 2010
Pulaski VFD Pulaski County D/O Pumper Oct 16, 17, 23, 24 & Nov 13, 14, 20 & 21, 2010
Council VFD Buchanan County NFA Arson Detection October 16 & 17, 2010
Hillsville VFD Carroll County HMO October 16, 17, 23 & 24, 2010
November 2010
No Schools Scheduled
December 2010
No Schools Scheduled
SCHEDULE IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE
You can pre-register online @ www.vafire.com
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