Objectives

Upon completion of the online component and the mandatory Fire Exercise Day, the student will be able to:

• Describe the purpose of the Standard Firefighting Orders and Watch Out Situations.
• Describe what the Lookouts, Communications, Escape Routes, and Safety Zones (LCES) system is and how it relates to the Standard Firefighting Orders.
• Describe the various communication methods and tools used for collecting, producing, and distributing information.
• Describe the standards, tools and equipment, and various methods used in fireline construction.​
• Describe the methods for extinguishing a fire with or without the use of water.​
• Demonstrate the ability to construct fireline to required standards using various methods, tools and equipment, and techniques.