Objectives

At the conclusion of this course, you will be able to: 

  • Describe the basic principles of fire dynamics and the factors that influence fire spread and fire behavior in residential fires.
  • Describe the factors that cause and contribute to fireground injuries and fatalities during residential fire incidents.
  • Incorporate tactical considerations based on experimental results into standard operating guidelines to improve firefighter safety and occupant tenability.

Course Lessons

  • Introduction 0:02
  • Modern Fire Environment 0:05
  • Tactical Considerations 0:30
  • Summary and Final Assessment 0:15

Applicable NFPA Standards

NFPA 1001 (2019): 4.3.9, 4.3.10, 4.3.11, 4.3.12, 5.3.2


Prerequisites

N/A