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Describe how to conduct emergency decontamination.

Explain how to analyze progress of the scene and set-up, and report to incident command.

Explain how to select and use proper personal protective equipment.

Explain how to apply product control measures for cargo tanks, intermodal tanks, and fixed facilities.

Fire Science I

Foundational Standards

Incorporate safety procedures in handling, operating, and maintaining equipment; utilizing materials and protective equipment; maintaining a safe work area; and handling hazardous materials and forces.

Demonstrate effective workplace and employability skills, including communication, awareness of diversity, positive work ethic, problem-solving, time management, and teamwork.

Explore the range of careers available in the field, investigate their educational requirements, and demonstrate job-seeking skills including resume-writing and interviewing.

Demonstrate digital literacy by using digital and electronic tools appropriately, safely, and ethically.

Participate in a Career Technical Student Organization (CTSO) to increase knowledge and skills and to enhance leadership and teamwork.

Train for appropriate physical fitness and agility tests.

Emergency Care Provider

Explain the basic components of an emergency medical system.

Demonstrate the principles of infection control and standard precautions for all patients and Code of Federal Regulations 1910.1030.

Describe initial patient assessments, including vital signs, a focused history, and physical exam for signs of illness and/or injury.

Analyze the different types of bleeding in patients, demonstrate methods for controlling the bleeding, and demonstrate treatment for shock.

Assess the different types and degrees of burns and ways to treat them.

Explain the abbreviations and mnemonics that pertain to emergency care.

Explain legal considerations involved in providing emergency medical care, including consent, documentation, scope of practice, and refusal.

Explain how human anatomy plays a role in injuries.

Explain how Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) impacts emergency care.

Describe provisions of an advance directive, living will, DNAR order, and power of attorney order and indicate when each is used.

Demonstrate CPR for adults, children, and infants.

Demonstrate the use of an Automated External Defibrillator (AED).

Fire Service History and Orientation

Explain how the individual firefighter’s role fits into the fire department’s mission and vision.

Interpret fire department standard operating procedures and rules and explain how they benefit the firefighter.

Fire Department Communications

Collect and disseminate information related to an emergency using department phone and radio connections.

Use communications equipment to initiate a “mayday” or emergency call indicating that a firefighter is trapped or injured.

Initiate a response to a report of emergency.

Fire Behavior

Explain the principles of fire behavior.

Describe the characteristics of the stages of fire development.