Firefighting level 1 Training
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Duration
4 Days
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Language
English
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Course code
OFI777
Firefighting level 1 Training
Objective
This course is designed for training and competence in knowledge of the causes of fire, and prevention and firefighting techniques as well as risk minimization and actions to be taken in the event of a fire or similar emergency.
Target Group
This course is aimed at emergency response team members appointed to control fire-fighting operations and officers who wish to qualify for a Certificate of Competency.
Prerequisites
Delegates attending this training course must have Basic firefighting training.
Examination
On completion of this course, a written assessment will be taken.
Course Contents
This course consists of practical and theoretical training and knowledge of:
• Theory of Combustion
• Fire Behavior, Fire Prevention & Classification of Fire
• Control & Extinction of Fires
• FireFighting Organization
• Incident Command, Control & Communication Techniques
• Confined Space Rescue
• Compartment Firefighting Techniques
• Containment of Fire
• Machinery Space Firefighting
• Fixed Firefighting Systems
• Fire Detection Equipment and Investigation
• Legislation
• Liaison with Fire & Rescue services
• Search & Rescue Techniques
• Use & Control of Breathing Apparatus
• Major incident involving Multi-Compartment Fires