Objectives

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

  • Explain how fires start, spread, and interact with a structure using the basic principles of fire dynamics.
  • Recognize the impact of ventilation on the fire damage and fire patterns within a structure. 
  • Analyze fire damage and fire patterns within a structure to determine the fire's origin. 

Course Lessons

  • Introduction 0:10
  • Fire Dynamics Fundamentals 0:22
  • Impact of Ventilation 1:00
  • Summary and Final Assessment 0:15

Applicable NFPA Standards

NFPA 1001 (2019): 4.3.10, 4.3.11, 4.3.12
NFPA 1010 (2024): 6.3.10, 6.3.11, 6.3.12

Prerequisites

N/A