1. 1 The History and Orientation of the Fire Service

2. 1 Objectives (1 of 4) List five guidelines for successful fire fighter training. Define the roles and responsibilities of a Fire Fighter I. Describe the roles of fire fighters within the fire department.

3. 1 Objectives (2 of 4) Describe the four basic principles of organization of a fire department. Describe a fire department’s regulations, policies, and standard operating procedures, and explain how they apply to the fire fighter.

4. 1 Objectives (3 of 4) Locate information in departmental documents and standard operating procedures. List the different types of fire department companies, and describe their functions.

5. 1 Objectives (4 of 4) Define the chain of command as it applies to a fire department. Describe changes in the fire department from colonial days to the present.

6. 1 Introduction Training to become a fire fighter is not easy. Fire fighters are challenged both physically and mentally. Fire fighter training will expand your understanding of fire suppression.

7. 1 Fire Fighter Guidelines Be safe. Follow orders. Work as a team. Think! Follow the golden rule.

8. 1 General Qualifications (1 of 3) Age requirements –Most departments require that candidates be between the ages of 18 and 21. Education requirements –Most departments require a minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent.

9. 1 General Qualifications (2 of 3) Medical requirements –Medical evaluations are often required before training can begin. –Medical requirements for fire fighters are specified in NFPA 1582, Standard on Comprehensive Operational Medical Program for Fire Departments.

10. 1 General Qualifications (3 of 3) Physical fitness requirements –Physical fitness requirements ensure that fire fighters have the strength and stamina needed. Emergency medical requirements –Departments may require fire fighters to be certified at the first responder, Emergency Medical Technician Basic, or higher levels.