Firefighting/Fire Watch (Incipient) Training

Objective: The Firefighting/Fire Watch (Incipient) Training course aims to provide participants with the knowledge, skills, and techniques necessary to respond effectively to incipient stage fires, safely manage fire hazards, and perform fire watch duties in the workplace.

Summary: This comprehensive course covers the fundamental aspects of incipient firefighting, including fire behavior, fire extinguisher usage, emergency response procedures, and fire watch responsibilities. Participants will engage in theoretical learning sessions and practical hands-on exercises to develop proficiency in responding to and preventing small fires.

Duration:

  • Course Duration: 4hrs

  • Schedule: Offered as a full-day session or segmented sessions for convenience.

Regulation Reference: including but not limited to:

  • Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) regulations for fire safety and emergency response.

  • National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) standards for fire extinguisher usage and workplace fire safety.

Cost: $65.00

Course Topics:

  • Understanding fire behavior and stages of fire development

  • Fire safety regulations and emergency response procedures

  • Identification and selection of appropriate fire extinguishers

  • Hands-on training in fire extinguisher usage and techniques

  • Fire watch responsibilities and monitoring fire-prone areas

  • Evacuation procedures and emergency communication

Who Should Attend: This course is suitable for employees, fire wardens, designated fire watchers, safety officers, and anyone responsible for fire safety and emergency response within workplaces or industries where fire hazards exist.

Note: The course content can be tailored to meet specific industry needs or organizational requirements.

Contact Info

Calvin Rodrigue, Jr
calvin.rodrigue@fletcher.edu