FS 102 - Rescue Tools and Techniques

This is the third of seven courses that prepare students to meet state eligibility requirements to take the Michigan Fire Fighter exam. Additional objectives identified in the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) Standard 1001, 1997 edition, are covered. Rescue and extrication tools, vehicle extrication and special rescue, forcible entry tools, forcible entry construction and techniques, aerial ladder operations, and ground ladders will be covered. Students will be required to have certified firefighter turnout gear (helmet with shield, Nomex hood, turnout coat, turnout pants, turnout boots, firefighting gloves, and approved SCBA).
Prerequisite(s): ZPFT 050 with minimum grade S.
2 credits , plus 1 contact hour = 2 lecture , 1 laboratory