FIRE 100 Firefighter Academy
Basic firefighting skills includes orientation and safety, fundamentals of fire behavior, building construction, personal protective equipment, department communication, extinguishers, water supply, fire hose, ropes and knots, ground ladders, fire control, ventilation, rescue and extrication, loss control, fire detection, alarms and suppression systems, hazardous materials, first aid, and fire prevention/public education. Three class sessions will be held at the North Bend Fire Academy. Live fire experience will be included. Meets NFPA 1001. Successful students will be qualified to sit for the state Fire Fighter I, Firefighter II, and Hazardous Materials Operations written and practical exams. For entry into the Fire Academy complete the National Testing Network Ergometrics exam with a passing score of 75, pass the Candidate Physical Ability Test. Complete the course application and attend a mandatory orientation.