Description:

*All new risk simulation content added to support professional growth and promotional opportunities.*

The intent of the course is to increase the student’s knowledge of strategies and tactics for emergency incidents and help identify strengths and weaknesses.  This training will be presented through incident simulations utilizing a variety of mediums, including the Fire Studio program and sand table manipulative exercises. This class will continue to be offered twice yearly as the department’s preparatory class for the tactical portion of the Fire Captain and Battalion Chief promotional processes.

Audience:

This course is open to OCFA Career Firefighters only, and intended for potential Fire Captain and Battalion Chief promotional candidates.

Prerequisite:

None.

STAFFING:

No backfill, holdover, or overtime authorized.

DRESS CODE:

Station uniform or business casual. No sandals.

Instructors:

BC Chuck Fedak & Cadre

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 command-level awareness course provides the student with the incident management terminology and methodology that is employed during a firefighter emergency. Classroom simulations based on case studies allow students to participate in simulated incident command positions during a firefighter emergency. This course will focus heavily on Command and Control, risk management, effective incident organization, proper ICS, and procedures during a MAYDAY. RIC deployment duties, roles, and responsibilities when activated for a firefighter emergency. Emphasis will also focus on incident cues and recognition of events occurring on an incident to prevent the MAYDAY.

PREREQUISITES:

• ICS 200- Incident Command System for Initial Response

• Company Officer 2D: All Risk Command Operations

Staffing:

No backfill, holdover, or overtime authorized.

DRESS CODE:

Station uniform or business casual. No sandals.

Cost:

• OCFA employee: Free

• Outside agency: $75 plus a 2.45% convenience fee that will be processed on the first day of class.

Instructor:

Battalion Chief Chuck Fedak

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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 Description:

This course directs the student towards an operational understanding of large single-agency and complex multi-agency/multi-jurisdictional incident responses. Topics include: Fundamentals review for command and general staff, major and/or complex incident/event management, area command, and multi-agency coordination.

*Required for OCFA BC promotional test*

Prerequisite:

ICS 300

Instructor:

Battalion Chief Mike Yeun

Staffing:

Backfill, holdover, and overtime are not authorized

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 provides information and develops skills required to perform and hold firing operations on wildland fires and prescribed burns. This course contains a mix of online and instructor-led training including live fire exercises. The students will be engaged in wildland firefighting and firing operations. Students are required to complete the online training portion of the course and pre-course quizzes prior to taking the instructor-led training. This course meets and exceeds the objectives of the NWCG S-219 Firing Operations (2014) course.

*Required for OCFA BC*

DATES:

• Classroom instruction: May 9-10, 2024.

• Controlled burn dates TBD pending coordination with other agencies and evaluation of fuel conditions.

• Attendance is mandatory for burn dates to earn credit.

• Live fire is subject to environmental conditions. Instructors will work with students to identify alternative completion methods if burns are not possible.

PrerequisiteS:

• NWCG 310-1: Wildland Firefighter Type 1 (FFT1);

• S-290: Intermediate Wildland Fire Behavior (classroom only);

STAFFING:

No backfill, holdover, or overtime is authorized.

DRESS CODE:

Station uniform, staff uniform, or business casual. No t-shirts, shorts, or sandals.

COST:

• OCFA employee: Free

• Outside agency: $75 plus a 2.45% convenience fee that will be processed on the first day of class using an e-check or credit card.

InstructorS:

OCFA and CPFD Cadre

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 provides information on conducting inspections, identifying hazards and addressing violations, performing a fire investigation to determine preliminary cause and securing the incident scene and preserving evidence.

*Required for OCFA FC promotional test*

Prerequisite:

Student meets the educational requirements for Fire Fighter II

Staffing:

No backfill, holdover, or overtime authorized.

DRESS CODE:

Station uniform, staff uniform, or business casual. No t-shirts, shorts, or sandals.

Cost:

• OCFA employee: Free

• Outside agency: $140 plus a 2.45% convenience fee that will be processed on the first day of class using an e-check or credit card.

InstructorS:

Battalion Chief Chuck Fedak and Fire Captain Scott Kuhlman

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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Description:

This is a classroom course designed to produce student proficiency in the performance of duties associated with the Single Resource Boss position from initial dispatch through demobilization to the home unit. Topics include: operational leadership, preparation and mobilization, assignment preparation, risk management, entrapment avoidance, safety and tactics, off-line duties, demobilization, and post-incident responsibilities. Completion of this class is a required to open a Single Resource Boss Task Book.

*Required for OCFA FC/BC promotional test*

PrerequisiteS:

• Qualified as a Firefighter Type 1

• S-290: Intermediate Wildland Fire Behavior

Staffing:

Backfill, holdover, and overtime are not authorized

DRESS CODE:

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

Instructor:

Firefighter Albert Morales & Cadre

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 provides information on general administrative functions and the implementation of department policies and procedures and addresses conveying the fire department’s role, image, and mission to the public. 

*Required for OCFA FC promotional test*

Prerequisite:

Student meets the educational requirements for Fire Fighter II

Staffing:

No backfill, holdover, or overtime is authorized.

DRESS CODE:

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

Cost:

• OCFA employee: Free

• Outside agency: $140 plus a 2.45% convenience fee that will be processed on the first day of class using an e-check or credit card.

Instructor:

Division Chief Jim Henery

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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Description:

This course provides information on the use of human resources to accomplish assignments, evaluating member performance, supervising personnel, and integrating health and safety plans, policies, and procedures into daily activities as well as the emergency scene.

*Required for OCFA FC promotional test*

Prerequisite:

Student meets the educational requirements for Fire Fighter II

Staffing:

Backfill, holdover, and overtime are not authorized

Cost:

• OCFA employee: Free

• Outside agency: $140 plus a 2.45% convenience fee that will be processed on the first day of class using an e-check or credit card.

DRESS CODE:

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

Instructor:

Division Chief Jim Henery

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 provide the skills and knowledge needed to perform in the position of Strike Team/Task Force Leader. Topics include position overview; pre-deployment responsibilities; concept of the position; resource typing standards; pre-dispatch preparation; incident responsibilities; administration; supervision; response; assignment; demobilization; tactics and safety; risk management; entrapment avoidance; WUI; case studies; scenarios; appropriate action vs. freelancing.

This course is designed to be presented in a lecture/discussion format with group exercises.  This course meets the AH-330 training requirements of the California Incident Command Certification System (CICCS) for the position of Strike Team Leader-All Risk. This course does not cover agency specific issues in detail.

-Full curriculum of the class.

*Required for OCFA BC promotional test*

Prerequisites:

• ICS I-300- Intermediate ICS for Expanding Incidents

• S-290- Intermediate Wildland Fire Behavior

Cost:

The class is sponsored by UASI and free of charge. UASI funds do not cover backfill, holdover, or overtime for students. Open to Orange County agencies only.

STAFFING:

No backfill, holdover, or overtime authorized.

Dress Code:

Station uniform or business casual. No sandals.

Instructor:

Elite Command Training

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 provides the skills and knowledge needed for the entry level professional instructor to perform his or her duties safely, effectively, and competently. The curriculum is based on the 2012 edition of NFPA 1041 Standard for Fire Service Instructor Professional Qualifications. At the end of this course, candidates for Instructor 1 certification will be able to teach and deliver instruction from a prepared lesson plan utilizing instructional aids and evaluation instruments. The Instructor 1 will also be able to adapt a lesson plan and complete the reporting requirements to the local jurisdiction.

CLASS DATES:

Class is split in two weeks

• Week 1: January 30 and 31

• Week 2: February 7 and 8

PrerequisiteS:

• IS-100.B- Introduction to the Incident Command System OR

• IS-700.A- National Incident Management System

Instructor:

Fire Captain Brett Pearson + Cadre

Staffing:

No backfill, holdover, or overtime authorized.

DRESS CODE:

Station uniform or business casual. No t-shirt, shorts, or sandals

Cost:

The non-OCFA student course fee is $140, plus a 2.45% convenience fee that will be processed on the first day of class using e-check or credit card.

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 provides information on securing the fire scene and determining the origin and cause of the fire. Topics include responsibilities of a fire investigator, securing the fire ground, conducting an exterior and interior survey, analyzing fire patterns, interpreting individual fire patterns, discriminating the effects of explosions, examining and removing fire debris, reconstructing the area of origin, inspecting the performance of building systems.

MATERIALS:

• For burn day (September 14) - Brush coat, hand and eye protection, helmet, protective footwear

• Students are required to bring a laptop or tablet for course participation. A smartphone is not an appropriate tool for this course.

Staffing:

No backfill, holdover, or overtime authorized.

DRESS CODE:

Station uniform or business casual. No sandals.

Cost:

$140 plus a 2.45% convenience fee for non-OCFA students, and will be processed on the first day of class.

Instructor:

Fire Captain Scott Kuhlman

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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Description:

This course is beneficial for most ICS positions. Map and compass is a prerequisite for Fire Line EMT/Paramedic and Field Observers for Orange County Fire Authority employees. Course content includes use of maps and symbols, using a compass to find your field location on a map, using a GPS receiver to locate your position on a map, establishing waypoints, track logs and mapping the perimeter of a fire. The course includes both classroom and field exercises.

*Required for Field Observer, Fireline EMT and Fireline Paramedic*

Prerequisite:

Experience on incident assignments in operations or support functions

Instructor:

Firefighter Kevin VanderBoom + Cadre

Description:

This course introduces the roles and responsibilities of a Firing Boss (FIRB) and outlines duties of other personnel who may engage firing operations. The course discusses and illustrates common firing devices and techniques. By the end of the course, students should be able to:

• Identify the roles and responsibilities of the FIRB for planning, execution, safety, coordination, and evaluation of an ignition operation on a wildland or prescribed fire.

• Describe the characteristics, applications, safety and availability of the various firing devices a FIRB has at their disposal.

• Given a wildland or prescribed scenario, prepare a firing plan and briefing that contains desired fire behavior, firing techniques, required resources, coordination, safety and risk management factors, and communication, to meet specific objectives.

** Please Note: There are two offerings, May 1-2 and May 3-4. These dates are classroom days; there will be an optional field day for attendees of either class, weather and fuel dependent, on May 5 **

Prerequisite:

S-290

Qualified as a Firefighter Type II 

S-390 (Highly desired - will give preferential placement)

Instructor:

OCFA and CPFD Cadre

Description:

This course provides information on evaluating and reporting incident conditions, analyzing incident needs, developing and implementing a plan of action to deploy incident resources completing all operations to suppress a wildland fire, establishing an incident command post, creating an incident action plan, and completing incident records and reports.

• Company Officer 2E or S-215 Required for OCFA FC promotional test

• Satisfies both CSFM & CICCS Requirements

Prerequisite:

S-290; Student meets the educational requirements for Fire Fighter II 

Instructor:

BC Nathan Arellano

Staffing:

Backfill, holdover, and overtime are not authorized.

Cost:

$140 plus a small processing fee for non-OCFA students. Payment will be processed on first day of class.

Description:

This course provides information on conducting incident size-up, developing and implementing an initial plan of action involving single and multiunit operations for various types of emergency incidents to mitigate the situation following agency safety procedures, conducting pre-incident planning, and develop and conduct a post-incident analysis. 

*Required for OCFA FC promotional test*

PrerequisiteS:

ICS-200B;

Student meets the educational requirements for Fire Fighter II;

Hazardous Material Incident Commander 

Instructor:

BC Chuck Fedak

Staffing:

Backfill, holdover, and overtime are not authorized.

Cost:

$140 plus a small processing fee for non-OCFA students. Payment will be processed on first day of class.

Description:

This course provides the tools a person needs to assume control of an emergency response to a hazardous materials incident. Instructional methods will include class activities, case studies and table-top exercises with an emphasis on hands-on decision making. Course topics include: laws and regulations, hazard assessment, ICS team typing, protective actions, haz mat site safety, operational risk management, and incident termination.

Prerequisite:

None

Instructor:

BC Nick Freeman and FAE Curt Corbin

Staffing:

Backfill, holdover, and overtime are not authorized

Description:

This course provides the skills and knowledge needed for the entry level professional instructor to perform his or her duties safely, effectively, and competently. The curriculum is based on the 2012 edition of NFPA 1041 Standard for Fire Service Instructor Professional Qualifications. At the end of this course, candidates for Instructor 1 certification will be able to teach and deliver instruction from a prepared lesson plan utilizing instructional aids and evaluation instruments. The Instructor 1 will also be able to adapt a lesson plan and complete the reporting requirements to the local jurisdiction.

** Class will be on a 4/10 schedule, with a late start on day one (0900 hours) to allow for personnel to arrive on time from their stations. CLASS DATES are: February 1,2,6 and 7.

Prerequisite:

IS 100 and 700

Instructor:

Fire Captain Brett Pearson + Cadre

Staffing:

Backfill, holdover, and overtime are not authorized.

Cost:

$140 plus a small processing fee for non-OCFA students. Payment will be processed on first day of class.

Description:

This is a classroom-based skills course designed to prepare the prospective fire line supervisor to undertake safe and effective fire management operations.  It is the second course in a series that collectively serves to develop fire behavior prediction knowledge and skills.  Fire environment differences are discussed as necessary; instructor should stress local conditions.  There will be mandatory pre-coursework and a qualifying exam associated with this class.

*Classroom version required for OCFA BC and FC promotional tests and any overhead position*

Prerequisite:

Completion of Introduction to Wildland Fire Behavior (S-190)

Instructors:

FC Jeff Shelton and Cadre

Staffing:

Backfill, holdover, and overtime are not authorized

Description:

This course provides information on securing the fire scene and determining the origin and cause of the fire. Topics include responsibilities of a fire investigator, securing the fire ground, conducting an exterior and interior survey, analyzing fire patterns, interpreting individual fire patterns, discriminating the effects of explosions, examining and removing fire debris, reconstructing the area of origin, inspecting the performance of building systems.

Instructor:

Fire Captain Scott Kuhlman

Staffing:

Backfill, holdover, and overtime are not authorized

Equipment:

For burn day - Brush coat, hand and eye protection, helmet, protective footwear

Selected students are also asked to bring an electronic device with internet accessibility to class

Cost:

$140 plus a small processing fee for non-OCFA students. Payment will be processed on first day of class.

Description:

This course provides local and state level emergency responders with a robust understanding of the duties, responsibilities, and capabilities of an effective Liaison Officer (LOFR) on an All-Hazards Incident Management Team (AHIMT). This course support learning through discussion, lecture and active participation in multiple exercises that provides a realistic, scenario-driven approach to mastering the skills required of a LOFR. Exercises, simulations, discussions, and a final exam enable participants to process and apply their new knowledge.

Prerequisite:

ICS I-100b, I-200b, ICS-300, ICS-400, ICS-700a, ICS-800b

Instructor:

Bill Bondshu, CalOES

Cost:

Class is no cost.

Dress Code:

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