FRP 274 - Firefighting Strategy and Tactics

FRP 251  

Course Description: Studies fire ground tactics, procedures for developing pre-fire plans, and methods for effectively coping with fire emergency problems. Meets Oregon Department of Public Safety Standards and Training #35-14 Basic Strategy and Tactics.

Course Learning Outcomes:

• CLO#1: Work effectively as a team member by contributing to group problem-solving and decision-making through collective input and consensus. (ILO: Critical Thinking)
• CLO#2: Collect and evaluate printed or verbal information about a given incident.
• CLO#3: Organize and maintain information by completion of records and reports regarding incidents and situations used in simulations.
• CLO#4: Collect information from resources, and to disseminate the information accurately, without altering or deleting important facts.
• CLO#5: Follow instructions as a subordinate and provide status updates as a supervisor in fire ground operations.
• CLO#6: Demonstrate proper verbal and radio communications. Student is placed in stressful scenario situation, requiring clear, concise communication. Student demonstrates ability to remain calm and deliver messages clearly.