XTN101 – 4.00 Hours
Currently there are no scheduled classes for this course. However, in some cases a course can be scheduled to meet your organization’s specific needs. For more information about this course or to schedule a class, please contact Emergency Services Training Institute at (866) 878-8900 or [email protected] to get the latest schedule.
Course Description
The TCFP Basic Wildland Firefighter Skills Testing (8 – Hours).
Part 1- 4 hours of classroom training to allow participants to practice the skills and ask questions related to the TCFP Basic Wildland Firefighter Skills.
Part 2 – 4 hours is allowed to administer the the TCFP Basic Wildland Skills exams.
The TCFP Basic Wildland Fire Fighter performance skills were designed to meet both the NFPA and NWCG national standards. For optimal learning, scenario-based training and role-playing is recommended; however, based on departmental needs certain activities may be simulated by other means. Skills demonstration requires realism, and should be conducted at various wildland/urban interface situations when possible. The Course Instructor should specify time constraints as necessary.
Prerequisites
Successful completion of NWCG/TCFP S190/S130 Wildland Firefighter Training Course and a TCFP Skills Qualification Number. Participants are required to present a copy of certificate for prerequisite class to the instructor on the first day of class. Participants that do not show proof of prerequisite may not be allowed to remain in the class.
Course Completion Requirements
Participants Must Provide
- a photo identification on the first day of class. See the Participant Handbook for approved forms of identification and additional guidelines.
- Incident Response Pocket Guide (IRPG)
Course Attire / Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
- Wildland PPE
Attendance Requirements
This course requires participants to attend a minimum of 80% of the class hours as a component of successful course completion. During the course, your instructor will review any additional attendance requirements.
Topics
- Using a Fire Shelter
- Inspect Personal Protective Equipment
- Equipment Maintenance
- Using the IRPG
- Construct a Fireline
- Ignition Devices
- Protect Structures
- Mop-Up Fire Area
Suggested Audience
All emergency response personnel currently trained in NWCG/TCFP S190/S130
Continuing Education And Professional Credits
- Texas Commission on Fire Protection (TCFP)
Contact Information
Emergency Services Training Institute
Phone: (979) 845-7641 | Toll-Free: (866) 878-8900
Email: [email protected]