FRPT1265 Principles of Emergency Services Safety and Survival
This course introduces the basic principles and history related to national firefighter life safety initiatives, focusing on the need for cultural and behavior change throughout the emergency services.
Prerequisite
None
Course Requirements and Evaluation
Refer to Course Syllabus for detailed information regarding the requirements and evaluation standards for this course. The Course Syllabus will be distributed the first week of the course.
Learning Outcomes
The following outcomes will be addressed in the course:
Illustrate how technological advancements produce higher levels of emergency service safety and survival
Explain concepts of risk management and mitigation as it pertains to emergency services, including strategic and tactical decision-making and planning responsibilities
Discuss the importance of standards in design of apparatus and equipment, including personal protective equipment and enforcement of codes
Define the need for cultural and behavioral change within emergency services related to safety
Identify support services for emergency services personnel
Explain the vital role of local departments in national research and data collection systems
Explain the need for enhancements of personal and organizational accountability for health and safety
Describe the importance of public education as a resource to life safety programs.
Identify the 16 Life Safety Initiatives
Adopt standardized policies for responding to emergency scenes
Text and References
A list of textbooks required for this course is available at the
campus store and in eServices.
Course Scheduling
The scheduled hours of instruction include sixteen hours for each lecture credit, thirty-two hours for each lab credit, and forty hours for each credit of supervised occupational experience (SOE). Lecture credit may include formal or impromptu lectures, demonstrations, or discussions with the entire class or with small groups or individuals. Refer to the Course Credits section of this course outline for the credit breakdown.
Accommodations Statement
Access Services - Reasonable accommodations are available to qualified students with documented disabilities. Upon attending an intake meeting with Access Services, qualified students will receive a letter listing the approved accommodations that they may provide to their instructors. If you have a documented disability that may require accommodations, contact HTC Access Services at
AccessServices@hennepintech.edu or
https://hennepintech.edu/current-students/access-services/index.html.
Campus
Eden Prairie Campus: 952-995-1300
Credit Details