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NEW HANOVER COUNTYFIREFIGHTERS ASSOCIATION

PUBLIC SAFETY COLLEGE

Co-Sponsored by:New Hanover County

Firefighters Association andCape Fear Community College

CFCC NORTH CAMPUS | 4500 BLUE CLAY ROAD | CASTLE HAYNE, NC 28429

April 18 - 22, 2018

35th ANNUAL NEW HANOVER COUNTY FIREFIGHTERS ASSOCIATION PUBLIC

SAFETY COLLEGE

April 18-22, 2018

CFCC North Campus 4500 Blue Clay Road

Castle Hayne, North Carolina 28429

Co-Sponsored by New Hanover County

Firefighters Association and

Cape Fear Community College

GENERAL INFORMATION

Cape Fear Community College & the New Hanover County Firefighter’s Association are pleased to announce the 35th New Hanover County Public Safety College, April 18-22, 2018.

The purpose of this Public Safety College is to deliver the best possible training with the best instructors available. Come prepared to learn! You are encouraged to preregister early to ensure your class choice. Registration forms received without payment will be returned to the sender. Should your first choice be filled, you will be assigned to your second or third choice noted on your registration form.

** Attendance at all scheduled class sessions is mandatory. Students who do not attend the first day of class will not be allowed to enter on the second day. **

Saturday’s lunch will be provided by the New Hanover County Firefighters Association 11:30 am - 12:30pm Lunch & Time with Vendors (even section #’s) 12:30 pm - 1:30 pm Lunch & Time with Vendors (odd section #’s)

For More Information

Call 910-362-7799 or 910-362-7713 Go to cfcc.edu/publicsafety for brochure and registration form.

Enrollment & Registration

Registrations and payments should be received by April 6, 2018. NO REGISTRATIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED OR RESERVED OVER THE PHONE OR BY FAX! Students should complete and return registration forms indicating 1st, 2nd, and 3rd choices of classes with the proper fees (no credit cards). Do not use White Out on registration forms. Every effort will be made to place you in the class of your choice. Classes with insufficient registration will be cancelled on April 12, so please register as soon as possible. NO REFUNDS AFTER APRIL 13. Walk-in registrations will be accepted on site for classes with openings. Cash or checks only accepted for walk-in registration fees.

Walk-in registrations will be accepted at the following times: Friday, April 20, 5:30 PM -7:00 PM and Saturday, April 21, 7:00 AM-8:00 AM.

Feel free to make multiple copies of the blank enrollment form located on inside rear cover of this brochure.

Confirmation emails will be sent to pre-registered students on April 13th. CHECK YOUR EMAIL!

FEES

The fee for North Carolina residents who are members of fire departments, EMS, rescue squads & law enforcement agencies is $35.00. Out-of-state students or those not affiliated with a NC Public Safety Agency will be required to pay $105.00. (If taking Fire Prevention Inspector I, HazMat Level I Responder, or Fire Officer I class the fee is $160.00.) This includes the public safety college fee as well as the tuition fee. Remember, all fees must accompany registration forms.

Please make check or money order payable to: Cape Fear Community College

Mail with registration form to:

Cape Fear Community College c/o Alex Stanland / STC 4500 Blue Clay Rd Castle Hayne, NC 28429

CERTIFICATES

Students who successfully complete the class in which they are enrolled will be awarded a certificate from Cape Fear Community College. Please print name legibly on registration form; certificates are typed from these forms. Successful completion includes attending all class sessions.

LOCATIONS

Unless otherwise noted, all classes will be held at Cape Fear Community College’s North Campus. The room listing will be posted on Friday afternoon in the McKeithan Building lobby. Students are requested to go directly to the appropriate classrooms Friday evening and/or Saturday morning. Please see the class descriptions for additional location information.

ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS Special thanks to:

Vendors who support our Public Safety College. Fire Departments, Rescue Squads, and Law Enforcement Agencies for the use of their

facilities and equipment. All individuals who help make the Public Safety College a success.

--VENDORS WILL BE AVAILABLE IN THE BB&T AUDITORIUM SATURDAY & SUNDAY-- DOOR PRIZES WILL BE AWARDED

For vendor information please contact: Jim Mullins E-mail: [email protected]

Phone: 910-559-8671

LOCAL MOTELS

Best Western PLUS 910-799-4292 5345 Market St. Courtyard Marriott 910-395-8224 151 Van Campen Blvd. Days Inn 910-799-6300 5040 Market St. Hampton Inn, Eastwood 910-791-9899 124 Old Eastwood Rd. Hilton Garden Inn 910-509-4046 6745 Rock Spring Rd. Holiday Inn 910-392-1101 5032 Market St. Jameson Inn 910-452-5660 5102 Dunlea Ct. Sleep Inn 910-313-6665 5225 Market St. Towne Place Suites 910-332-3326 305 Eastwood Rd. Wingate 910-395-7011 5126 Market St Comfort Inn 910-791-4841 151 South College Rd.

** Students are responsible for making their own reservations and negotiating rates.

Saturday Night OSFM Information Session

The NC Office of State Fire Marshal Fire & Rescue Commission will present an information session Saturday evening from 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM. This session will cover important topics as well as allow for questions from the audience. Please plan on attending and get the latest information to carry back to your department! Seating is limited, so please email [email protected] if you plan on attending!

mailto:[email protected]

SCHEDULE

Wednesday, April 18

8:00 AM-5:00 PM #21 – FLSE Educator Level I #22 - HazMat Level I Responder #42 - Fire Prevention Inspector II

8:00 AM-6:00 PM #29 - Fire Officer I

Thursday, April 19

8:00 AM-5:00 PM #21 – FLSE Educator Level I #22 - HazMat Level I Responder #42 - Fire Prevention Inspector II


8:00 AM-7:00 PM #49 - NIMS ICS-300 7:00 PM-10:00 PM #19 – Driver Operator Pumps: Basic Operations

Friday, April 20

8:00 AM-5:00 PM #13 – Health & Wellness #15 - Mayday #19 – Driver Operator Pumps: Basic Operations #21 – FLSE Educator Level I #22 - HazMat Level I Responder #42 - Fire Prevention Inspector II


8:00 AM-9:00 PM #30 - Fire Officer II #31 - Rescue Officer

9:00 AM-4:00 PM #43 - Fire Inspector Con Ed

2:00 PM-5:00 PM #28 - Chief 101 Update

2:00 PM-10:00 PM #4 - Personal Protective Equipment #6 - Ventilation #9 - Rescue

5:30 PM-7:30 PM Walk-In Registration

6:00 PM – 10:00 PM #16 TIMS

6:15 PM Instructors Meeting

7:00 PM-10:00 PM #1 - Orientation & Safety #2 - Alarms & Communications #5 - Forcible Entry #7 - Ladders #8 - Loss Control #10 – Sprinklers #12 – Building Construction

#14 – Safety & Survival #17 - Driver Operator: EVD #18 - Driver Operator: Pumps Intro #19 - Driver Operator: Pumps Basic Ops #20 - Driver Operator: Aerials Basic Ops #23 – Hazardous Materials Air Monitoring & Sampling #26 – Technical Rescuer; PPE #35 – Initial Fire Investigation for First Responders #38 – NFA: Shaping the Future #40 – Basic Firefighting I #45 - Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAV) Remote Pilot Ground School #52 – Training Officer Responsibilities

Saturday, April 21

7:00 AM-8:00 AM Walk-In Registration

7:00 AM Instructors Meeting

8:00 AM All Classes Resume

11:30 AM-12:30 PM (Even section #’s) Lunch & time with Vendors

12:30 AM-1:30 PM (Odd section #’s) Lunch & Time with Vendors

5:00 PM Classes End

Sunday, April 22

8:00 AM #1 - Orientation & Safety #2 - Alarms & Communications #4 - Personal Protective Equipment #6 - Ventilation #7 - Ladders #8 - Loss Control #9 – Rescue #10 – Sprinklers #12 – Building Construction #17 - Driver Operator: EVD #19 – Driver Operator Pumps: Basic Operations #23 – Hazardous Materials Air Monitoring & Sampling #30 - Fire Officer II #31 - Rescue Officer #45 - Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAV) Remote Pilot Ground School

9:00 AM All Other Classes Resume

1:00 PM All Classes End

CLASS INFORMATION Firefighter Certification Classes

Orientation & Safety Alarms & Communications Fire Behavior Personal Protective Equipment Forcible Entry Ventilation Ladders Loss Control Rescue Sprinklers Fire & Life Safety Preparedness Building Construction Health & Wellness Safety & Survival Mayday Traffic Incident Management (TIMS) Driver/Operator Classes

Driver Operator: Emergency Vehicle Driver Driver Operator: Pumps: Intro Driver Operator: Pumps: Basic Ops Driver Operator: Aerials: Basic Ops Fire Life Safety Education FLSE Educator I Hazardous Materials Classes HazMat Level One Responder HazMat Air Monitoring & Sampling Technical Rescuer Classes

TR Ropes Basics TR Rescue Equipment TR PPE Officer/Leadership Classes Chief 101 Chief 101 Update Fire Officer I Fire Officer II Rescue Officer National Fire Academy Classes

NFA Best Practices in Community Risk Reduction NFA Incident Command for High Rise Operations NFA Incident Safety Officer (ISO) NFA Initial Fire Investigation for First Responders

NFA Leadership I NFA Leadership II NFA Shaping the Future

Firefighter/Rescue Skills Basic Firefighting Principles of Modern Fire Attack: SLICE-RS Code Enforcement Fire Prevention Inspection II Fire Inspector Con-Ed Specialty Classes An Intro to the Use of Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAV) in the Fire Service Advanced Topics of Fire Investigations Chaplain 101 Hurricane Preparedness for First Responders NIMS 300 NIMS 400 NC Rating Response Training Officer Responsibilities Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAV) Remote Pilot Ground School

NFA Training Operations in Small Departments

FIREFIGHTER CERTIFICATION CLASSES

Section 1 – Orientation & Safety FIP-3001 This class will enable the firefighter to become aware of the advanced operations of the department and understand their position in the organization from a more detailed perspective. Topics will include a review of safety regulations and firefighter’s responsibility to comply; departmental safety program; and the hazards related to fire protection. Full Turnout Gear and SCBA Required.

16 hours (Friday 7:00pm - 10:00pm, Saturday 8:00am - 5:00pm, Sunday 8:00am - 1:00pm).

Instructor: Chris Hunt, CFCC Instructor, 27 years in the fire service, 17 years as fire, law and EMS instructor.

Section 2 – Alarms & Communications FIP-3003 This class is designed to teach candidates the policies and procedures concerning the ordering and transmitting of emergency alarms and the actions to be taken upon receipt of the alarms. This class will travel off site to the 911 center, transportation not provided.


Instructor: Louis Blanchard, Town of Southern Pines Fire/Rescue, Deputy Fire Marshall, NC Fire/Rescue Instructor.

Section 3 – Fire Behavior FIP-3004 This class will enable the firefighter to demonstrate their knowledge of terminology used in the area of fire behavior, the hazards of different fuels, and the types of heat sources.

12 hours (Saturday 8:00am - 5:00pm, Sunday 9:00am - 1:00pm).

Instructor: Frank Meyer, Deputy Fire Chief New Hanover County Fire/Rescue Service, 20+ year’s fire department experience, 7 years industrial firefighting experience, NC Fire/Rescue Instructor

Section 4 – Personal Protective Equipment FIP-3006. This class will present the firefighter candidate with the knowledge and skills necessary to comprehend the use of their personal protective equipment, including Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA). Full Turnout Gear and SCBA required.


Instructor: Will Murray, 23 year veteran of the fire service, 18 years with New Hanover County Fire/Rescue Service,

retired 22 year US Army/combat veteran, NC Fire/Rescue Instructor.

Section 5 – Forcible Entry FIP-3007 This class is designed to demonstrate methods of forcing entry into structures utilizing different principles and practices. Full Turnout Gear required.

14 hours (Friday 7:00pm - 10:00pm, Saturday 8:00am - 5:00pm, and Sunday 9:00am - 12:00noon).

Instructor: Matt Moore, Captain, New Hanover County Fire/Rescue Service, NC Fire/Rescue Instructor.

Section 6 – Ventilation FIP-3008 This class will teach the firefighter different methods of performing safe and effective ventilation principles and practices. Full Turnout Gear and SCBA Required.


Instructor: Robert Loreman, Captain, Goldsboro Fire Department, 28 years in the fire service, 17 years as a NC Fire/Rescue Instructor.

Section 7 – Ladders FIP-3010 This class is designed to teach the candidate all aspects of ladder safety, including carrying, raising, lowering, climbing and operating from fire service ladders. Full Turnout Gear Required.


Instructor: Adrian Mignone, Topsail Beach Volunteer Fire Department, NC Fire/Rescue Instructor.

Section 8 – Loss Control FIP-3014 This class covers both Salvage and Overhaul and is designed to cover indicators of structural instability while finding areas of hidden fires. Scene preservation and property loss techniques will also be discussed. Full Turnout Gear Required.


Instructor: Scott Wyland, Captain New Hanover County Fire/Rescue Service.

Section 9 – Rescue FIP-3017 This class will present the firefighter candidate with techniques and safety procedures to be used during a number of rescue activities and will include the proper use of rescue tools and the extrication of entrapped victims from motor vehicles. Full Turnout Gear or attire suitable for rescue work required 20 hours (Friday 2:00pm - 10:00pm, Saturday 8:00am - 5:00pm, Sunday 8:00am - 1:00pm). Instructor: Gene Holland, City of Wilmington Master Firefighter, Hazardous Materials Technician. Section 10 – Sprinklers FIP-3019 This class covers the various types of sprinkler systems, as well as their components and the reliability of automatic sprinkler systems. Full Turnout Gear Required. 16 hours (Friday 7:00pm - 10:00pm, Saturday 8:00am - 5:00pm, Sunday 8:00am - 1:00pm). Instructor: Frank Sasser, Assistant Chief, Goldsboro Fire Department, 39 year veteran with the fire service. Section 11 – Fire Life & Safety Preparedness FIP-3021 This class is designed to assist the candidate in all junctions of a fire and life safety program including: inspections, prevention, education, and cause determination. 12 hours (Saturday 8:00am - 5:00pm, Sunday 9:00am - 1:00pm). Instructor: Instructor: Jennifer Smith, Battalion Chief New Hanover County Fire/Rescue Service, 17 years of fire service experience, Program Manager for Professional Development, Accreditation, and Community Risk Reduction. Section 12 – Building Construction FIP-3022 This class will enable the firefighter to identify the different types of construction and their reaction during a fire situation and the hazards associated with each. 16 hours (Friday 7:00pm - 10:00pm, Saturday 8:00am - 5:00pm, Sunday 8:00am - 1:00pm). Instructor: Jourdon Pope, Captain, Wilson Fire Department Section 13 – Health & Wellness FIP-3024 This class will educate the first responder on the importance of maintaining high levels of fitness and wellness in order to perform their assigned duties efficiently and safely. 8 hours (Friday 8:00am - 5:00pm). Instructor: John Greene, Captain – Safety, Health, Wellness, Wilmington Fire Department

Section 14 – Safety & Survival FIP-3025 This class focuses on firefighter survival techniques and on identifying factors that place firefighters in dangerous situations. Full Turnout Gear and SCBA Required. 16 hours (Friday 7:00pm - 10:00pm, Saturday 8:00am - 5:00pm, Sunday 8:00am - 1:00pm). Instructors: Chris Stenerson, Captain/Safety Division Wilmington Fire Department, Shift Safety Officer, 17 years fire service experience, NC Fire/Rescue Instructor II; Donald Burns, Captain, Wilmington Fire Department, 11 years fire service experience, NC Fire/Rescue Instructor II. Section 15 – Mayday FIP-3026 Using simulated situations, this class focuses on identifying parameters that constitute a mayday call. A student will also receive NFA Mayday certification. Full Turnout Gear and SCBA Required. 8 hours (Friday 8:00am - 5:00pm). Instructors: Chris Stenerson, Donald Burns Section 16 –Traffic Incident Management FIP-7000 This class is designed to build teams of well-trained responders who can work together in a coordinated manner, from the moment the first emergency call is made. First Responders learn the correct deployment of response vehicles and equipment, how to create a safe work area using traffic control devices, and techniques to speed up accident clearance. 4 hours (Friday 6:00pm – 10:00pm). Instructor: Herman Born, Battalion Chief/Training Division Wilmington Fire Department, 30+ year’s fire service experience, 24 years as a NC Fire/Rescue Instructor

DRIVER/OPERATOR CERTIFICATION CLASSES

Section 17 – Driver Operator: Emergency Vehicle Driver FIP-3601 This class deals with the safe operation of emergency vehicles, driving skills, legal implications of emergency driving and departmental standard operating procedures. Saturday afternoon and Sunday class will meet outside for hands-on training, rain or shine. Please dress appropriately. Appropriate PPE required. Requires Chief’s signature on registration. 16 hours (Friday 7:00pm - 10:00pm, Saturday 8:00am - 5:00pm, Sunday 8:00am - 1:00pm). Instructors: Lewis Smith, Retired Fire Captain City of Rocky Mount Fire Department, NC DO Pumps, Aerials, EVD, EVDT, and Fire/Rescue Instructor; Mike Cross, Captain, New Hanover County Fire Rescue. Section 18 – Driver Operator: Pumps: Intro FIP-3630 This class will explain and identify job or individual requirements for pump operators and will detail safe operation of the vehicle including the basic aspects of positive displacement and centrifugal pumps. Full Turnout Gear Required. 15 hours (Friday 7:00pm - 10:00pm, Saturday 8:00am - 5:00pm, Sunday 9:00am - 1:00pm). Instructor: Swindell Taylor, Retired Jacksonville Fire Department.

Section 19 – Driver Operator: Pumps: Basic Ops FIP-3631 This class will review and explain basic elements of pump operations including priming, lift, drafting, pumping from a hydrant, setting engine pressure and calculating friction loss. Full Turnout Gear Required. 24 hours (Thursday 7:00pm - 10:00pm, Friday 8:00am - 5:00pm, Saturday 8:00am - 5:00pm, Sunday 8:00am - 1:00pm). Instructor: Norman Hinkle, Lieutenant, Pender EMS/Fire. Section 20 – Driver Operator: Aerials: Basic Operations FIP-3641 This class will review the application and use of various types of aerials including articulating booms, telescoping booms, elevated platforms, and aerial ladders. It will detail tip loads and uses of master streams from aerial devices. Full Turnout Gear Required. 15 hours (Friday 7:00pm - 10:00pm, Saturday 8:00am - 5:00pm, Sunday 9:00am - 1:00pm). Instructor: Gary Reagan, Huntersville Fire Department.

FIRE & LIFE SAFETY EDUCATION

Section 21 – FLSE Educator Level I FIP-4630 This class covers the basics of fire and life safety. Students will be introduced to injuries that occur in North Carolina and programs that are designed to prevent these injuries. Students will also discuss the mission of their organizations and the responsibility of prevention education, to include using correct/current fire & life safety educational messages and the role of the Fire & Life Safety Educator. This class is designed to give firefighters and fire & life safety educator’s ideas and confidence to teach fire safety to all ages. Students will participate in fire safety lessons and teach a safety lesson plans that they can use at their own fire department. Students will also be introduced to new Community Risk Reduction resources they can obtain at no cost. Class is designed to show a new educator how to keep successful records and reports. Students will review and document various fire and life safety educational programs, describe various formats, prepare written reports, and discuss time management and organizational skills. Information will be presented on how to develop and maintain a work

schedule, arrange meetings, presentations, and community events, while reducing scheduling conflicts. Working with local media outlets and distributing fire & life safety materials and messages to the community will be discussed. 36 hours (Wednesday, Thursday, Friday & Saturday 8:00am - 5:00pm, Sunday 9:00am - 1:00pm). Instructor: Wendy Gianinni, Fire & Life Safety Educator, Wilmington Fire Department

HAZARDOUS MATERIALS CERTIFICATION CLASSES Section 22 – HazMat Level One Responder FIP-3351 This class includes lecture and practice activities needed to safely and effectively meet the training requirements for Hazardous Materials Level One Responder credential. Full Turnout Gear and SCBA Required. 36 hours (Wednesday, Thursday, Friday & Saturday 8:00am - 5:00pm, Sunday 9:00am - 1:00pm). Instructor: Colin Simpson, City of Wilmington Fire Captain, Hazardous Materials Technician;

Section 23 – Haz Mat Air Monitoring & Sampling FIP-3354 This class will expose the Hazardous Materials Level One Responder to the knowledge and skills, needed to perform air monitoring and sampling to, include the following tasks: (1) plan the air, monitoring and sampling activities; and (2), implement the air monitoring and sampling, activities as specified in the incident action, plan. Pre-requisites: Students must have HazMat Level I certification. 16 hours (Friday 7:00pm - 10:00pm, Saturday 8:00am - 5:00pm, Sunday 8:00am - 1:00pm). Instructor: William Kraus, Captain, Wilmington Fire Department

TECHNICAL RESCUER CERTIFICATION CLASSES

Section 24 – TR Ropes Basics FIP-6510 This class in rope basics, will present to the technical rescuer safe and effective methods of rescue in elevated and below grade environments using ropes, knots, and rope related equipment. Mechanical advantage, anchors, anchoring techniques, and stress loads, will be covered. Full Turnout Gear or attire suitable for rescue work including a helmet and gloves required. 12 hours (Saturday 8:00am - 5:00pm, Sunday 9:00am - 1:00pm). Instructor: Joe Mancos, Moore County EMT-Paramedic. Section 25 – TR Rescue Equipment FIP-6509 This class will present the technical rescuer with the correct techniques for the setup, operation, and function of fixed rope systems used during rope rescue incidents. Full Turnout Gear or attire suitable for rescue work including a helmet and gloves required. 6 hours (Saturday 3:00pm - 5:00pm, Sunday 9:00am – 1:00pm) Instructor: Ronnie Lytle, Mooresville Fire Department.

Section 26 – TR PPE FIP-6508 This class will enable the technical rescuer to correctly identify and demonstrate the various procedures for accessing, stabilizing, packaging and removing a victim to a safe area from a vehicle or machinery accident. Practicals will be held outside; please dress appropriately. Full Turnout Gear or attire suitable for rescue work including a helmet and gloves required. 9 hours (Friday 7:00pm - 10:00pm, Saturday 8:00am - 3:00pm) Instructor: Ronnie Lytle, Mooresville Fire Department

OFFICER CERTIFICATION CLASSES

Section 27 – Chief 101 FIP-3714 This class will offer insight into paperwork and other issues facing today’s fire departments. There will be a heavy emphasis on benefits from the State Firemen’s Association, the Firemen’s and Rescue Squad Workers’ Pension Fund, the PSOB, Workers’ Compensation and the State of North Carolina. Packets outlining the procedure to follow in case of a line-of-duty death will be provided as well. The class is designed to benefit all firefighters and is packed with useful information. Chiefs, company officers, and firefighters are encouraged to attend.

12 hours (Saturday 8:00am – 5:00pm, Sunday 9:00am - 1:00pm).

Instructor: Brandyn Smith, Battalion Chief Leland Fire Department.

Section 28 – Chief 101 Update FIP-3715 This is the current Chief 101 update class approved by the NC Fire and Rescue Commission to meet NC Administrative Code requirements for those who have previously taken the Chief 101 class. If you took Chief 101 prior to 2015 you need this class.

3 hours (Friday 2:00 – 5:00pm).

Instructor: Brandyn Smith, Battalion Chief, Leland Fire Department.

Section 29 – Fire Officer I FIP-3710 This class is designed to meet the needs of the fire service officer or supervisor in accordance with Chapter 5 of the NFPA 1021 for level 1 qualification. This class is designed to meet the needs of the mid-level officer/supervisor. Manual for this class is the Jones and Bartlett Fire Officer 3rd Edition.

39 hours (Wednesday, Thursday, Friday 8:00am – 6:00pm, Saturday 8:00am – 5:00pm, Sunday 9:00am – 1:00pm).

Instructors: Robert Swiger, Management Solutions for Emergency Services; Phil Batts, Retired NC Community College Regional Fire/Rescue Coordinator, VP Creative e/Rescue Training Services, LLC, Fire Chief of Silver Lake FD.

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Section 30 – Fire Officer II FIP-3711 This class will present the Fire Officer Candidate with the knowledge, skills, and ability to satisfy the requirements of the Chapter Five of the NFPA 1021: Standard for Fire Officer Professional Qualifications. This class is designed to meet the needs of the mid-level officer/supervisor. Pre-requisite: Fire Officer I. Please review all requirements at: www.ncdoi.com/OSFM/FireAndRescueCommission/fr_of ficer.asp. Optional book: IAFC endorsed – Fire Officer I & II Exam Prep Book (ISBN – 0763785970) – available at Amazon.com.

24 hours (Friday 8:00am – 9:00pm, Saturday 8:00am – 5:00pm, Sunday 8:00am – 1:00pm).

Instructors: Keith McGee, Fire Chief Town of Apex Fire Department, 25 years career fire service, Executive Fire Officer Program Graduate Steve West, Fire Chief East Howellsville Fire Department.

Section 31 – Rescue Officer FIP-6900 This class presents the rescue service member with an avenue for gaining knowledge and skills needed to become an effective officer within his or her respective organization. Topics covered include: human resources management, communication skills, operating as a manager, leader, mentor and coach to subordinates, improving customer service, interfacing with the service community, and the importance of health and safety in rescue services.

24 hours (Friday 8:00am – 9:00pm, Saturday 8:00am – 5:00pm, Sunday 8:00am – 1:00pm).

Instructor: Tom McNeill, 30 year veteran of Emergency Services serving in the areas of EMS, Rescue, Fire and Emergency Management for career and volunteer positions, Former Commander of the NC Association of Rescue and EMS

http://www.ncdoi.com/OSFM/FireAndRescueCommission/fr_officer.asp

http://www.ncdoi.com/OSFM/FireAndRescueCommission/fr_officer.asp

NATIONAL FIRE ACADEMY CLASSES Sections 32 – 39 Register at https://cdp.dhs.gov/femasid to obtain a SID number for NFA classes

Section 32 – New! NFA Best Practices in Community Risk Reduction This two-day class demonstrates to students nationally recognized principles that, when used appropriately, can lead to community risk-reduction programs that can measure success in local communities. This class will give students the opportunity to explore programs from communities across the United States that have been showcased at Vision 20/20 symposiums. These programs demonstrate what nationally recognized organizations identify as examples of “best practices” in community risk reduction.


Instructor: Frank Blackley, Assistant Chief Wilmington Fire Department, NFA Instructor, NC Fire/Rescue Instructor II, Served on Vision 20/20 Task Group

Section 33 – NFA Incident Command for High Rise Operations This class is designed to assist emergency response officers who have responsibility for managing high rise incidents. This includes organizing resources, developing strategies, and managing tactical operations to protect life and to minimize damage during an incident. Participants should have a working knowledge of basic ICS organization, strategy and tactics for structural firefighting, building construction, and the type of building systems existing in high rise buildings.

12 hours (Saturday 8:00am – 5:00pm, Sunday 9:00am – 1:00pm).

Instructor: Alan Griffin, Chief Carolina Beach Fire Department

Section 34 – NFA Incident Safety Officer This class is designed to provide First Responders with the ability to identify and analyze safety concerns as they relate to all hazard scene evaluations, and communicate recommended solutions to the command authority. This class examines the safety officer’s role at emergency response situations. A specific focus on operations within an incident command system as a safety officer is a main theme.


Instructor: Mike Ensley, Retired EM Coordinator, Cullowhee Fire Department, NFA Instructor, NC Fire/Rescue Instructor II.

Section 35 – NFA Initial Fire Investigation for First Responders The goal of this class is to empower students with the knowledge to identify and define key concepts of fire dynamics and fire modeling and to develop the ability to apply available tools to fire investigation and prevention. The class will cover introduction for first responder, fire behavior, fire scene examination, fire causes, vehicle fires, and fire cause determination.


Instructor: Joe Littleton, 30+ years as certified NFA Instructor in Arson Fire Detection, Arson Detection for 1st Responder, Initial Fire Investigation for First Responders, ISO, STICO, and Leadership classes; NC Fire/Rescue Instructor for Firefighter and Driver Operator classes.

Section 36 – NFA Leadership I This class is designed to introduce basic leadership skills and techniques to improve company effectiveness and performance. Topics covered in the class include: techniques and approaches to problem solving, assessing the needs of subordinates, running meetings effectively in the fire service environment and decision-making strategies.


Instructor: John White, Training Coordinator Town of Apex Fire Department,

Section 37 – NFA Leadership II This class is designed to introduce basic leadership skills and techniques to enhance the company officer's efficiency. The class focuses on use and abuse of power at the company officer level, creativity in the fire service environment and managing the multiple roles of the company officer.


Instructor: Brian Mims, City of Fayetteville Fire/Emergency Management Department, NC Fire/Rescue Instructor, NFA Instructor.

https://cdp.dhs.gov/femasid

Section 38 - NFA Shaping the Future This class will enable participants to employ creative approaches to identify trends that have an impact on their organizations and apply problem-solving methods to continuously improve fire and EMS services. The class gives an understanding to the reasons employees resist change and how to develop strategies for implementing changes.


Instructor: Kevin McDonald, Captain-Professional Development, New Hanover County Fire Rescue.

Section 39 – NFA Training Operations in Small Departments This class is designed to provide students with some basic tools and skills to coordinate training in a small fire/EMS organization. A training function is a smaller department typically may include conducting training drills and coordinating training with a nearby larger city or state training function.


Instructor: Jonathan Sowers, Assistant Chief, Welcome Fire Department

FIREFIGHTER/RESCUE SKILLS

Section 40 – Basic Firefighting I This class is designed for the firefighter with little or no experience. Basics to be covered include: ladders, SCBA, fire streams, hose practices, etc. Practical applications will be used extensively. Full Turnout Gear and SCBA Required. Requires Chief’s signature on registration.


Instructors: Tommy Batson, Pender County Fire Marshal, 20 years in the fire service and 8 years as a NC Fire/Rescue Instructor; Curtis Citarelli, member of Pender EMS/Fire for 20 years; Blake Turner, Training Officer New Hanover County Fire/Rescue Service, 20 year veteran with fire service, 10+ years as a NC Fire/Rescue Instructor.

Section 41 – Principles of Modern Fire Attack: SLICE-RS This class will provide a firsthand look at the UL/NIST Modern Fire Behavior/Dynamics studies and serve to educate students how they can be delivered and instituted in their fire departments. It is our hope that by compiling the best lessons learned from the fire dynamics research, fire departments will be able to adjust their policies, tactics and training to create a safer environment for the fire service as well as the people we serve in our communities. Go home to your department with a renewed outlook and with a healthy knowledge of the Principles of Modern Fire Attack: SLICE-RS.

8 hours (Saturday 8:00am – 5:00pm).

Instructor: Duane Eastmond, Military Ocean Terminal Sunny Point

CODE ENFORCMENT

Section 42 – Fire Prevention Inspection Level II This class is designed for the education and training of code enforcement officials who have the responsibility of inspecting existing buildings. Participants will gain understanding of the NC Fire Prevention Code and will be able to apply the Code in the inspection field.

36 hours (Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday 8:00am – 5:00pm, Sunday 9:00am – 1:00pm).

Instructor: Chris Elrod, Captain, Fire & Life Safety, Wilmington Fire Department,. NOTICE: Students will need a copy of the 2012 NC Fire Code, Adopted from the 2009 International Fire Code, for this class.

Section 43 – Fire Inspector Con Ed (History of Fire Codes, Flammable & Combustible Liquids, & Means of Egress) This class is designed to give Fire Code Enforcement Officials about the history of fire codes & how major fires throughout history changed the fire code into what it is today. The student will also develop an enhanced understanding of flammable & combustible liquids as well as review of Chapter 10 of the NC Fire Code and egress.

6 hours (Friday 9:00am – 4:00pm).

Instructor: Richard Lovick, Assistant Chief/Fire Marshal, Beaufort Fire Department.

SPECIALTY CLASSES

Section 44 - Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAV) in the Fire Service This class is intended to provide an introduction to those interested in potentially implementing UAV’s in the fire service. Topics covered will include obtaining a Certificate of Authorization (COA) from the FAA, training requirements, cost & benefit analysis, creating and implementing SOP’s, and new and emerging technology. The class will conclude with ‘hands-on’ flying of multiple types of UAVs with high definition and FLIR cameras.


Instructor: Sam Proffitt, Wrightsville Beach Fire Department.

Section 45 - Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAV) Remote Pilot Ground School This class is intended to prepare the student to take the FAA Part 107 exam that is required to obtain your Remote Pilot Certificate. The course will cover regulations, the national airspace system, flight operations & exam preparation. There is an additional fee of $100.00 per student which includes a study guide and access to an online class. NOTE: This class does not include taking the actual FAA examination.


Instructor: Thomas Rooks, CAVU Strategies, Inc.

Section 46 – Advanced Topics of Fire Investigations This class focuses on topics above and beyond the NFA Arson Detection for Fire Responders. Topics will include, but not be limited to, Legal Updates, Origin and Cause Determination, Fire Fatalities & the use of K-9s in Fire Investigations. The class is designed for personnel who are or hope to become fire investigators within their jurisdictions. Pre-requisites: NFA Arson/Fire Detection, Arson/Fire Detection for First Responders or Equivalent. Requires Chief’s signature on registration.


Instructor: Kevin Oliver, SBI Assistant Special Agent in Charge for the statewide Fire/Arson Program, AFT-certified Accelerant Detection K-9 handler, AAI-CFI, NC-CFI, NFA Instructor & 20 years in Law Enforcement and Emergency Services.

Section 47 – Chaplain 101 This is a basic training class that focuses on the essentials of being a Fire Chaplain. It is designed to enable clergy and laypersons serving as Fire Chaplains to provide a ministry of presence to Fire Service personnel and their families. Objectives: Defining a Fire Chaplain-What are the duties of Fire Chaplain-How to respond to a crisis situation- How to care for the Fire Service families-How to deliver a death notification-How to prepare for a Line of Duty Death and Injury-How to cope with burnout among firefighters and chaplains-How to respond to a suicide-How to address legal liability and confidentiality issues- -Preparing for Fire Ceremonies and Funerals in the Fire Service -Understanding the uniqueness of the Fire Chaplaincy for local clergy and firefighters who serve as Fire Chaplains.


Instructor: Steven Savia, Fire Chaplain 101

Section 48 – Hurricane Preparedness for 1st Responders This class will prepare students to function as effective responders during an extended response to a disaster event such as a hurricane. Focus will be on recognition of personal & family needs of the responder & the development of a personal response plan. The class will also include lessons learned from local & mutual aid hurricane responses & incorporate training from EMI Hurricane Response, Recovery & Mitigation courses. Portions of the class may be conducted in the New Hanover County EOC & may include a presentation from a National Weather Service representative. Upon completion of this course students should be able to identify personal/family needs & prepare for them in a manner that will allow them to be effective responders.


Instructor: Sterling Powell, Captain, Wrightsville Beach FD, retired.

Section 49 – NIMS 300 This class provides greater description and details of the Incident Command System (ICS) organization and operations, including application of essential principles and description of air operations. There are five modules: Organizations and Staffing, Organizing for Incidents and Events, Resources Management, Air Operations and Incident and Event planning. This class includes a final exam. Prerequisites: ICS-100, ICS-200, and ICS-700. PLEASE NOTE: In addition to returning the CFCC registration form and your registration fee, you must register with NCEM TERMS @ http://terms.ncem.org/TRS/ to receive your NCEM Certificate from NC Emergency Management. Please note the $35.00 registration fee is NOT waived or reimbursed for this class. 18 hours (Thursday 8:00am - 7:00pm, Friday 8:00am - 5:00pm). Instructor: Mike Stophel, Operations Battalion Chief New Hanover County Fire/Rescue Service, 20 years’ experience in the fire service. Section 50 – NIMS 400 This class emphasizes large-scale organization development, roles and relationships of the primary staff, the planning, operational, logistical and fiscal consideration related to a large and complex, incident and event management. It describes the application of Area Command and the importance of interagency coordination during complex incidents and events. This class includes a final exam. Prerequisites: ICS-100, ICS-200, and ICS-300. PLEASE NOTE: In addition to returning the CFCC registration form and your registration fee, you must register with NCEM TERMS @ http://terms.ncem.org/TRS/ to receive your NCEM Certificate from NC Emergency Management. Please note the $35.00 registration fee is NOT waived or reimbursed for this class. 14 hours (Friday 7:00pm - 10:00pm, Saturday 8:00am - 5:00pm, and Sunday 9:00am - 12:00noon). Instructor: Mike Stophel, Operations Battalion Chief New Hanover County Fire/Rescue Service, 20 years’ experience in the fire service. NOTICE: Sections 49 & 50 will run concurrently for students needing both classes. Section 51 – NC Rating Response Representatives from the Department of Insurance will discuss the rating response program and how it relates to the ISO system. Learn how to prepare your department for its next rating. 12 hours (Saturday 8:00am – 5:00pm, Sunday 9:00am – 1:00pm).

Section 52 – Training Officer Responsibilities This class will cover fire service training needs, including training standards, types of training available, resources, program development, and record keeping. Regulatory requirements of OSHA and ISO will be discussed as well as NC certification programs. Safety and realism in training will also be covered. The NC Fire & Rescue Commission Junior Member Standard will also be in this newly revised class. 15 hours (Friday 7:00pm - 10:00pm, Saturday 8:00am - 5:00pm, Sunday 9:00am - 1:00pm). Instructor: Ken Bogan, Marine Corps veteran, Retired Captain City of Wilmington Fire Department, 18 years as a volunteer and career firefighter, NC Fire/Rescue Instructor.

Instructor: TBA

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