FIS 220Fire Service Seminar

Catalog

This course introduces the student to the culture of the fire service. The student will learn how rank, seniority and tradition help to define the role of a firefighter. This course will cover firehouse humor and how firefighters deal with tragedy and crisis. Traditions and history of firefighting will be explored. Chain of command, delegation, and span of control will be discussed in relationship to a new firefighter. (1 contact hour)