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MOD 1 – INTRO TO THE FIRE SERVICE (ELIS-PM)

February 21, 2022 @ 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm EST

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One event on February 28, 2022 at 6:00 pm

One event on March 7, 2022 at 6:00 pm

COURSE HAS BEEN CANCELED .

Course #

22-ELIS-PM-1

Course Length

16 Hrs

Lead Instructor(s)

Jeff Shilling

Course Cost

  • In-County: $130
  • Out of County: $195

Course Goal

To equip entry level firefighters with basic knowledge, skills, and abilities to begin their fire service career.

Course Description

This entry level course is designed to introduce new firefighters to basic information including an overview of the fire service, fire service organization, firefighter safety, personal protective equipment and terrorism awareness. This is the first of four courses in the curriculum.

Prerequisites

  • Minimum age: 14 years as of first day of class.

Student Equipment / Supply Needs

  • Pen/Pencil
  • Notebook
  • Firefighter’s Handbook (must remain in possession of the student throughout the entire course)
  • Supported reference material and skill book (Must remain in possession of student at the end of the program)
  • Helmet, gloves, turnout coat, turnout pants, boots, protective hood, and protective eyewear (safety glasses or goggles)
  • The course cost includes the required text book and skills book required for the program which will be given to the student on the first day of class.

Details

Date:
February 21, 2022
Time:
6:00 pm - 10:00 pm
EST
Event Category:
Students Registered:
10/30
Event Tags:
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Venue

Berks County Fire Training Site
895 Morgantown Rd
Reading, PA 19607 United States
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Phone:
610-378-5509
Website:
http://www.berkscountyfiretraining.org