Fire Officer I, II, III, IV and Fire Safety Inspector I, II

Fire Officer I

Fire Officer I: This is an advanced training and certification program designed for firefighters having supervisory and management responsibilities. Once students complete the certificate program, they can take the Fire Officer I certification exam through the Florida Bureau of Fire Standards and Training. Classes are offered at the Pembroke Pines site. Requirements to enroll (Not associated with Barry University): (1) Possess an active Firefighter Certificate of Compliance issued by the Division or have met the curriculum requirements for Firefighter Part I as defined in 69A-37.055(1) F.A.C.; (2) Meet the job performance requirements of NFPA 1021‑-Fire Officer I (2009); (3) National Fallen Firefighters Foundation course titled “Courage to Be Safe”; (4) Complete the “Fire Officer I Task Book” with required signatures. Fire Officer I Program courses include:

        FFP 2120 Fire Service Building Construction: Topics include identifying hazards from assault by fire and gravity, how building construction can influence fire spread, fire confinement or structural collapse, and many other life safety issues. This course is to identify construction features and their hazards under fire conditions. NOTE: This course is Part of Fire Safety Inspector I, Fire Investigator I, and Fire Officer I curriculum. FFP (2120) is 45 contact or clock hours.

        FFP 2720 Company Officer: The course is designed to assist fire officers in solving the varied problems and situations they will be required to manage effectively in today’s ever-changing fire service. The curriculum includes a review of fire department organization and administration, management theory, leadership, communication, motivation, and small group dynamics. NOTE: This course is Part of Fire Officer I curriculum. FFP (2720) is 45 contact or clock hours.

        FFP 1740 Fire Service Course Delivery: The curriculum draws from many recognized authorities in exploring the methods and mechanics of imparting information and adult learning principles. The course emphasizes techniques which have wide application in teaching situations, as well as devices for specific areas. Also stressed are measuring teaching effectiveness, the use of media and visual aids. NOTE: This course is Part of Fire Officer I, and Fire Instructor I, II, III. FFP (1740) is 45 contact or clock hours.

        FFP 1810 Firefighting Tactics and Strategy I: The curriculum is designed to cover basic factors involved in coping with an emergency scene, and determining the best use of available resources in protecting lives and property. The course emphasizes the changing nature of an emergency situation, and the ways in which the fire officer can evaluate the effectiveness of his or her proposed Incident Action Plan. NOTE: Recommended Prerequisite: IS700 completion. This course is Part of Fire Officer I curriculum. FFP (1810) is 45 contact or clock hours.

Requirements

This is an advanced training and certification program designed for firefighters having supervisory and management responsibilities. Once students complete the certificate program, they can take the Fire Officer I certification exam through the Florida Bureau of Fire Standards and Training. Classes are offered at the Pembroke Pines and Jacksonville sites. Requirements to enroll (Not associated with Barry University): (1) Possess an active Firefighter Certificate of Compliance issued by the Division or have met the curriculum requirements for Firefighter Part I as defined in 69A-37.055(1) F.A.C.; (2) Meet the job performance requirements of NFPA 1021‑-Fire Officer I (2009); (3) National Fallen Firefighters Foundation course titled “Courage to Be Safe”; (4) Complete the “Fire Officer I Task Book” with required signatures. Fire Officer I Program courses include:

Fire Officer II

Fire Officer II: This is an advanced training and certification program designed for firefighters having supervisory and management responsibilities. Once students complete the certificate program, they can take the Fire Officer II certification exam through the Florida Bureau of Fire Standards and Training. Classes are offered at the Pembroke Pines site. Requirements to enroll (Not associated with Barry University): (1) Possess an active Fire Officer I Certificate of Competency issued by the Division; (2) Meet the job performance requirements of NFPA 1021—Fire Officer II (2009); (3) Complete the “Fire Officer II Task Book” with required signatures; (4) Complete the prerequisite course titled “ICS-300: Intermediate ICS for Expanding Incidents” or a course determined by the Division to be equivalent. (5) Complete the Florida State Fire College “Florida State-Wide Emergency Response Plan (SERP)” course. Fire Officer II Program courses include:

        FFP 2741 Fire Service Course Design: This course covers the principles of effective curriculum design. It stresses the principles of adult learning and student-center learning. Designing courses and units that address learning, performance, and behavioral objectives is the program goal. NOTE: This course is Part of Fire Officer II, and Fire Instructor II, III. FFP (2741) is 45 contact or clock hours.

        FFP 2811 Firefighting Tactics and Strategy II: Curriculum covers multiple company operations, logistics, strategy, use of mutual aid forces and conflagration control. The course is intended for officers who may be in command of fires and other emergencies involving close coordination and maximum use of large amounts of staffing and equipment. Typical tactical situations and case histories are given. The development of critical thinking skills is stressed. NOTE: Prerequisite: (FFP 1810) Firefighting Tactics and Strategy I. This course is Part of Fire Officer I curriculum. FFP (2811) is 45 contact or clock hours.

        FFP 1505 Fire Prevention Practices: A study of fire inspection practices, including such items as purpose; definition; Fire Prevention Bureau activities; hazards; fire behavior; fire causes; types of construction including structural features, flame spread, occupancy and fire load; inspection techniques; conducting inspections. NOTE: This course is Part of Fire Safety Inspector I and Fire Officer I curriculum. FFP (1505) is 45 contact or clock hours.

        FFP 1540 Private Fire Protection Systems I: This is a study of private fire protection and detection systems, such as sprinkler and standpipe systems, chemical extinguishing systems, detection systems and devices. Each system is discussed as to its need, construction, preventive maintenance and individual uses. NOTE: This course is Part of Fire Safety Inspector I, Fire Investigator I, and Fire Officer I curriculum. FFP (1540) is 45 contact or clock hours.

Requirements

Fire Officer III and IV

Fire Officer III and IV: Interested candidates must contact Barry University to discuss these courses.

Fire Safety Inspector I

Fire Safety Inspector I: Safety Inspector Preparation Course Series is a 225 contact or clock hour program that prepares students to take the Fire Safety Inspector certification state examination from the Florida State Fire Marshal Office. Classes are offered at the Pembroke Pines site. Fire Safety Inspector courses include:

        FFP 1505 Fire Prevention Practices: This course description appears in the Fire Officer II courses. FFP (1505) is 45 contact or clock hours.

        FFP 1540 Private Fire Protection Systems I: This course description appears in the Fire Officer II courses. FFP (1540) is 45 contact or clock hours.

        FFP 2120 Fire Service Building Construction: This course description appears in the Fire Officer I courses. FFP (2120) is 45 contact or clock hours.

        FFP 2521 Blue Print Reading and Plans Review: This course is a comprehensive study of building construction blueprints and plans. The course will teach the student how to assimilate information contained in construction working drawings, specifications, interpreting conventional graphic communications, and accepted standards and conventions related to fire protection and prevention inspections. NOTE: This course is Part of Fire Safety Inspector I. FFP (2521) is 45 contact or clock hours.

        FFP 1510 Codes and Standards: This portion of the program is a vital segment in completing the Fire Prevention Inspector’s Certification requirements. This course is designed to familiarize inspectors with the five basic units of NFPA 101. This course includes statewide fire prevention code NFPA 1. NOTE: This course is Part of Fire Safety Inspector I. FFP (1510) is 45 contact or clock hours.

Requirements

Safety Inspector Preparation Course Series is a 225 contact or clock hour program that prepares students to take the Fire Safety Inspector certification state examination from the Florida State Fire Marshal Office. Classes are offered at the Pembroke Pines and Jacksonville sites. Fire Safety Inspector courses include:

Fire Safety Inspector II