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FFF101 - Fitness for Firefighters

FFF101 is a fitness subject designed to be both theoretical and practical, combining traditional classroom activity and practical application of health and fitness theory. Students participate in lectures and practical physical fitness and health activities that:1) present how the body responds and adapts to exercise stress, and 2) explore contemporary fitness and health issues.

FIR001 - Introduction to the Fire Service and Life Safety Programs

This subject provides an overview of the Ontario Fire Service, the professionalization process for firefighters in Ontario, fire and emergency services organizations, and the roles and responsibilities of employees. In particular, it focuses on the knowledge, attitudes and skills required of a professional firefighter. In addition, legislation and firefighter safety practices are emphasized. This subject is divided into three sections: A) Professionalization Process and the Role of the Firefighter in Ontario, B) Fire/Emergency Services Organization, and C) Fire Behaviour and the Chemistry of Combustion.

FIR002 - Introduction to Firefighting

This subject provides an overview of basic components of fire ground operations within the structure of an incident management system. Content focuses on fire ground operations such as safety practices, search and rescue, and property conservation. Common techniques, tools, equipment and their use are incorporated. Specific knowledge, attitudes and skills of the firefighter are included. This subject is divided into four sections: A) Firefighter Safety Practices, B) Firefighter Protective Clothing and Equipment i. Protective Clothing ii.Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus, C) Fire Apparatus i. Operate Emergency Vehicles ii. Application of Hydraulics iii. Pre and Post Incident Inspection and D) General Rescue: Principles and Practices.

FIR003 - Fire Ground Operations I

This subject provides an overview of basic components of fire ground operations within the structure of an incident management system. Content focuses on fire ground operations such as safety practices, search and rescue, and property conservation. Common techniques, tools, equipment and their use are incorporated. Specific knowledge, attitudes and skills of the firefighter are included. This subject is divided into two sections: A) Incident Management System i. Introduction to the Incident Management System ii. Introduction to Size-Up iii. Introduction to Decision Making iv. Introduction to Fire Cause Determination v. Introduction to Post Incident Analysis and Review and B) Fire Ground Communications

FIR004 - Fire Suppression I

This subject covers the access to and application of water from various sources to achieve the desired fire stream, as well as maintenance of hoses, nozzles and appliances. Also covers foam and portable fire extinguishing devices.

FIR007 - Firefighter Emergency Medical Responder

This subject provides an overview of the Ontario emergency medical care system and the specific roles of members of the emergency response team. Content covers common medical/trauma conditions, the related patient care and associated situational management. Emphasis is on the specific role and responsibilities of the firefighter emergency patient care responder and the teamwork essential to the effectiveness of the EMS response. Included are legislation, regulations, standards and established policies, procedures and protocols as well the role of members of the emergency response team and the specific role of the firefighter emergency care responder. This subject is divided into six sections: A. Emergency Pre-Hospital Patient Care System, B. Patient Assessment, C. Common Medical/Trauma Emergencies i. Respiratory ii. Cardiovascular iii. Neurological iv. Musculoskeletal v. Digestive System and Abdomen vi. Endocrine System vii. Childbirth, D. Emergency Patient Care i. Infants and Children ii. Older Adults, E. Common Behavioural/Psychological Conditions and Emergencies and F. Environmental Incidents - Natural and Human Caused.