Description
This two-day program provides students with an understanding of the Incident Command System (ICS) and Resource Management for the Fire Service and their application in both emergency and non emergency situations. This course addresses the need for an ICS, an overview of the structure and flexibility of ICS, and an understanding of the command skills necessary to function effectively in an ICS structure and the need to effectively manage your resources. This course meets the requirements of ICS 100 and ICS 200.
Prerequisites
There are no prerequisites for this course.
Attendance Requirements
To meet NFA attendance requirements, participants must complete each training module and complete all required course assignments, activities, quizzes, and/or end of course exam. Exceptions may be discussed with lead instructor.
Topics
Incident Command System and Command Staff Functions and Applications.+Incident Command System General Staff Functions and Responsibilities.+Developing an Organizational Structure.+Incident Command System Implementation.Suggested Audience
Target audience is all first responders with responsibilities to use, deploy, implement, and/or function within an ICS and Resource Management.
Continuing Education and Professional Credits
Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE)+State Firefighters' and Fire Marshals' Association of Texas (SFFMA)Other Information
To request this class in your jurisdiction or department, please use the Emergency Services Training Institute (ESTI) Extension Course Request Form. To request admission to an already-scheduled course, call the contact person listed in this course schedule. This will allow the course host to provide appropriate numbers of student manuals. Classroom only.
