This course provides fundamental knowledge relating to the field of fire prevention and community risk reduction. Topics include history and philosophy of fire prevention and community risk reduction, organization and operations of a fire prevention or community risk reduction bureau, use and application of codes and standards, plan reviews, fire inspections, fire and life safety education, and fire investigation.
Prerequisites
None
Student Learning Outcomes
- Describe the national fire problem and identify the functions of a fire prevention bureau.
- Describe the five “E’s” of fire prevention and community risk reduction.
- Describe the importance of inspections and plan review in fire prevention and reducing community risk.
- Describe the professional qualifications for various positions in a fire prevention or community risk reduction bureau.
- Describe the importance of fire investigation and data collection in reducing the impact of fire and community risk.