Description:

This course provides an introduction to the function, maintenance and use of internal combustion engine powered chain saws, and their tactical wildland fire application. Field exercises support entry level training for firefighters with little or no previous experience in operating a chain saw, providing hands-on cutting experience in surroundings similar to fireline situations.

Prerequisite:

None

Staffing:

No backfill, holdover, or overtime authorized.

Instructor:

Firefighter Albert Morales

DISCLAIMER:

If a student is accepted into the class but becomes unable to attend, it is expected that they provide prompt advance notice of the cancellation, thereby allowing others the opportunity to participate. Failure to provide appropriate notification will result in the issuance of a "No Call/No Show Report" to the Training Chief of their respective agency. This information will be diligently monitored to assess attendance for future class offerings. 

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Direct questions to: trainingcenter@ocfa.org.

Description:

This course prepares the students to perform the job of Helicopter Manager. Through simulation and exercises, students obtain the skill to competently and safely manage a helicopter to support incident and project helicopter operations.

Who Can Attend:

Current OCFA rescuers and crew chiefs. Current qualified OCFA or outside agency HECM qualified members working within the Air Operations ICS qualification track.

Prerequisite:

• HECM qualified

Dress Code:

Station or Staff Uniform or business casual. No T-shirts, shorts, or sandals.

Instructors:

OCFA FC Greg Bradshaw and FAE Jonathan Keesee; USDA Forest Service Bart Dorman

DISCLAIMER:

After submitting your registration, you will be placed on a waiting list while we review all attendees. Once your registration is approved, you will receive a confirmation email with relevant course information.

If a student is accepted into the class but becomes unable to attend, it is expected that they provide prompt advance notice of the cancellation, thereby allowing others the opportunity to participate. Failure to provide appropriate notification will result in the issuance of a "No Call/No Show Report" to the Training Chief of their respective agency. This information will be diligently monitored to assess attendance for future class offerings.

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Direct questions to: trainingcenter@ocfa.org.

Description:

This course is designed to meet the training needs of the incident commander type 4 (ICT4). It is presented in a discussion/exercise format. The six instructional units include Foundation Skills; Intelligence Gathering and Documentation; Size Up the Incident; Develop a Plan of Action; Post-fire Activities; Evaluating Incident Objectives and Manage the Incident. Evaluation of the student is by unit tests and performance based evaluations.

Objectives:

• Demonstrate effective foundation skills (leadership, risk management, and communications) at the ICT4 level.

• Gather and document essential information about the incident.

• Size up the incident, develop plan of action.

• Manage the incident through effective leadership.

• Demonstrate the ability to evaluate plan of action and make adjustments to the plan when necessary.

• Conduct post fire activities.
  

Prerequisite:

Qualified as any single resource boss & satisfactory completion of pre-course work.

Instructor:

BC Nathan Arellano

Staffing:

Backfill, holdover, and overtime are not authorized

Description:

This course helps participants establish the essential core competencies required for performing the duties of the Supply Unit Leader (SPUL) in an all-hazards incident. By requiring participants to bring jurisdiction-specific information to the instruction, the course provides a realistic, hands-on approach to mastering the skills of an SPUL organized by the fundamental steps of the ordering process. Participants identify information required for ordering, as well as complete required forms and documentation related to ordering, and anticipate ordering and supply needs for the incident. In addition to the ordering process, the course discusses mobilization, setting up and managing the Supply Unit, and demobilization.

This course is an instructor-led training that supports learning through discussion, lecture, and active participation in multiple exercises that provides a realistic, scenario-driven approach to mastering the skills required of a SPUL.

Target Audience

NIMS ICS All-Hazards training should be completed by personnel who are regularly assigned to Functional, Support, or Unit Leader positions on Type 3 or 4 AHIMTs, or by those persons who desire to seek credentials/certification in those positions.

Program Area(s):

• Incident Command System

• Response and Recovery

• Public Works

• FEMA Logistics

• FEMA Employee Training

Prerequisite:

ICS I-100, I-200, ICS-300, IS-700, IS-800b

ICS 400 is recommended

Instructor:

Sensemakers

Cost:

Class is no cost. The class is sponsored by UASI.  UASI funds do not cover backfill, holdover, or overtime for students.

Registration:

Class enrollment will be limited to the UASI matrix. Enrollment will not be on a first come, first served basis. Please send questions to Captain Michael Yeun, michaelyeun@ocfa.org. Register here by April 6, 2022.

Dress Code:

Station or Staff Uniform or business casual. No T-shirts, shorts, or sandals please.

Description:

This course helps participants establish the essential core competencies required for performing the duties of the Situation Unit Leader (SITL) in an all-hazards incident. This course addresses all responsibilities appropriate to an SITL operating in a local-or state-level All-Hazards Incident Management Team (AHIMT). These responsibilities include processing information and intelligence and developing displays.

This course is an instructor-led training that supports learning through discussion, lecture, and active participation in multiple exercises that provides a realistic, scenario-driven approach to mastering the skills required of an SITL. By requiring participants to bring an SITL Kit to the instruction, the course provides a realistic, hands-on approach to mastering the skills of an SITL.

Target Audience

NIMS ICS All-Hazards training should be completed by personnel who are regularly assigned to Functional, Support, or Unit Leader positions on Type 3 or 4 AHIMTs, or by those persons who desire to seek credentials/certification in those positions.

Program Area(s):

• Incident Command System

• Multi-Hazard Mitigation Planning

• FEMA Planning

• FEMA Employee Training

Prerequisite:

ICS I-100, I-200, ICS-300, IS-700, IS-800b

Instructor:

Sensemakers

Cost:

Class is no cost. The class is sponsored by UASI.  UASI funds do not cover backfill, holdover, or overtime for students.

Registration:

Class enrollment will be limited to the UASI matrix. Enrollment will not be on a first come, first served basis. Please send questions to Captain Michael Yeun, michaelyeun@ocfa.org. Register here by March 27, 2022.

Dress Code:

Station or Staff Uniform or business casual. No T-shirts, shorts, or sandals please.

Description:

This course provides an overview of Resource Unit Leader (RESL) responsibilities, the Planning Section, and the planning process to contextualize the Resources Unit for participants unfamiliar with the planning process or the Incident Command System. It then explores specific Resources Unit Leader functions and responsibilities including resource tracking systems, operational planning, and resource products/outputs. The Status/Check-in and Demobilization functions are covered to provide participants with the knowledge to perform those duties if necessary.

This course is an instructor-led training that supports learning through discussion, lecture, and active participation in multiple exercises that provides a realistic, scenario-driven approach to mastering the skills required of an RESL. Exercises/simulations, discussions, and a final exam enable participants to process and apply their new knowledge.

Program Area(s):

• Incident Command System

• Multi-Hazard Mitigation Planning

• Response and Recovery

• FEMA Planning

• FEMA Employee Training

Prerequisite:

ICS I-100, I-200, ICS-300, ICS-400 (Desired), IS-700, IS-800b

Instructor:

Sensemakers

Cost:

Class is no cost. The class is sponsored by UASI.  UASI funds do not cover backfill, holdover, or overtime for students.

Registration:

Class enrollment will be limited to the UASI matrix. Enrollment will not be on a first come, first served basis. Please send questions to Captain Michael Yeun, michaelyeun@ocfa.org. Register here by March 27, 2022.

Dress Code:

Station or Staff Uniform or business casual. No T-shirts, shorts, or sandals please.