Wldlnd Fire Sfty-Hnd Crw Ops

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This is a comprehensive course in the safety aspects of fighting wildland fires and the methods, procedures, and responsibilities of firefighters. The course includes instruction in specialized equipment, physical fitness, fire behavior and suppression, human factors, and general fireline construction and National Incident Management System (NIMS) IS-700. Successful completion results in a certificate from the National Wildfire Coordinating Group (NWCG). This class serves as the minimum training needed in order to qualify as a wildland Firefighter 2 (FFT2) and receive an Incident Qualifications Systems (IQS) Red Card if hired by a cooperating agency. All hours are TBA and focus on achieving the stated student learning outcomes to meet mandated training requirements.