Description

Kincaid is putting together a multi course regional training weekend. 

Take a look and see if any of the courses will help you with your training.

**** ONLY ONE COURSE CAN BE TAKEN AT A TIME DURING THE WEEKEND *****

Fire Fighters Basics

The starting point for all new recruits or as a refresher program. This 16-hour program will combine three Essentials of Fire Fighting lessons. The three lessons will enable students to predict probable fire behaviors and know the actions necessary to change or prevent these behaviors. PPC will enable students to properly identify, use and maintain personal protective clothing.

Pre-course Assignment: Read "Essentials of Fire Fighting" 7th Edition: Pages 12-183 

Prerequisites: None

Clothing: Full turnout gear

SCBA

The starting point for all new recruits or as a refresher program. This 16-hour program will focus on one Essentials of Firefighting lesson. The lesson will enable students to be able to safely use, clean, recharge, inspect and store self-contained breathing apparatus.

Pre-course Assignment: Read "Essentials of Firefighting" 7th Edition: Pages 201-226

Prerequisite: FFB

Clothing: Full turnout gear & SCBA (SCBA CANNOT be shared) 

SCBA bottles must have recent hydro testing indicated on cylinders or they will not be refilled

Vehicle Extrication

This course is designed to teach rescue personnel involved in vehicle extrication the knowledge & skills necessary to perform a safe expedient rescue using a variety of tools and techniques. Students will gain the knowledge to assess the accident scene using the Incident Command System and have the opportunity to use extrication equipment in a safe, controlled situation under the guidance of a skilled instructor. The safe use, care & maintenance of hand and heavy hydraulic rescue tools will be covered. Students will learn to recognize existing and potential hazards at an accident scene and to stabilize the entire scene, as well as patient access, care and package for removal. Extrication can be dangerous - rescuers should be properly trained in order to protect themselves and work safely near accident victims. 

Safety equipment must be worn.

Prerequisites: None

Clothing: Full turnout gear, gloves, CSA footwear, helmets with face shield & safety glasses