Firefighter Hazard Awareness Online
The Firefighter Awareness Class was built by Firefighters and designed to educate firefighters on the hazards of gases in their profession. There are 10 modules in this course each of which is delivered on-line and self paced for the ultimate in convenience. There is a quiz at the end of each module and a final exam at the end of the course. Registration is easy, simply click on the link below and follow the prompts. The fee for this course is US$ 195.00.
In this course the theory of gas detection is reviewed with special attention paid to the fire tetrahedron and what it means in practicality. Also we will review situations where toxic gases are prevalent and how to take the necessary action to protect your fellow Firefighters and the public at large. We also detail practical applications and how a Firefighter can remain safe in the face of danger. The silent killer carbon monoxide is broken down in great detail; this is the number one concern in the fire industry. Finally, instrument operation, calibration, and maintenance is reviewed along with the suitability of a given instrument for a specific application. This course is ideal for all people associated with the Fire Service. It delivers practical knowledge about firefighting from Firefighters.