Structure Protection Program Training

Description

This is a 'train the trainer' course, designed to teach qualified firefighters how to deliver WSPP-WFF1 to other members of their department. This course is intended for those with existing structural firefighting experience. WSPP-WFF1 course replaces S-100 (Basic Fire Suppression and Safety) and S-185 (Fire Entrapment Avoidance) courses, which are supplied to BC Wildfire Service wildland firefighters.

WSPP-WFF1 is delivered in person at a hosting fire department over the course of two days (about 16 hours total). About half of the instruction is conducted in classroom and the other half is practical application.

Prerequisites

• Level 1 Fire Service Instructor or equivalent training and experience,
• Exterior Operations Level (minimum), and
• Minimum five years experience as a firefighter.

Contents

• How to deliver WSPP-WFF1 training in four two-hour blocks
• Practical use of wildland firefighting equipment
• Instructor materials such as manuals and powerpoints
• Certificates of course attendance

To apply to host or attend a WSPP-WFF1 offering, email SPCO@gov.bc.ca with your qualifications (must meet the above requirements).

Description

This course is intended for BC Wildfire Service wildland firefighters, structural firefighters and contractors. Participants will learn sprinkler application and other structure protection techniques utilizing FireSmart principles. WSPP-115 is  is a prerequisite for all structural firefighters to be deployed and participate on Structure Protection Crews (SPC).

Prerequisites

• WSPP-WFF1 (Wildland Firefighter - Level 1) for structural firefighters OR
• S-100 (Basic Fire Suppression and Safety) and S-185 (Fire Entrapment Avoidance) for wildland firefighters

Contents

Installation and application of sprinklers on structures using wildfire pumps and hose and fire service hose and hydrants to stop the structure from catching fire when wildfire approaches. This technique creates a humidity bubble over the structure and dampens flammable materials around the structure.

 

Course Learning Objectives: 

· Safe work practices in the Wildland Urban Interface. 

· Equipment and personal items required for deployment. 

· Triage of structures and completion of required paperwork. 

· Overview of equipment inventory in Type 1 and Type 2 Structure Protection Units (SPU). 

· FireSmart principles for structure protection. 

· Portable pump operation and troubleshooting. 

· Hose lays and sprinkler selection and placement. 

· Tactical response before, during, and after fire impingement. 

· How to deliver an effective crew briefing. 

Delivery:

· Pre-learning student manual is provided before course delivery

· 16 hours in person over two days

· Combination of practical exercises and theory

· Training is led by qualified BCWS instructors

Certificates of course attendance are issued to all participants who attend the workshop.

To host To schedule a WSPP115 for your fire department, please email SPCO@gov.bc.ca

Course hosts are responsible for filling seats through their department and surrounding departments. Ideal number for course delivery is 15-25 participants.

Host departments will need to provide a suitable classroom space with powerpoint capabilities, as well as a location for practical components of the course.

 

Course Description:

This course is designed to provide municipal and regional fire department firefighters the skills and knowledge needed to perform in the position of Engine Boss (ENGB) and meets BCWS training

requirements that cover specific requirements related to WUI deployments covered under the Inter Agency Agreement (IAA).

 

Prerequisite courses: 

• Knowledge and proficiency in fire apparatus pumping and establishing static / hydrant water supply.  

• BC FF’s Minimum Training Standards (Playbook) Exterior level FF and “Team Leader”;  

• BC FF’s Minimum Training Standards (Playbook) Interior level FF and “Team Leader” (preferred);  

• ICS 100  

• ICS 200 (preferred)  

• Fire Officer-qualified (Fire Officer 1 or above) preferred.  

• SPP-WFF1  

• S-190, Introduction to Wildland Fire Behavior (preferred)  

Whats Covered:

Topics include position overview; pre-deployment responsibilities; concept of the position; pre-dispatch preparation; incident responsibilities; administration and reporting; supervision; response; assignment; demobilization; tactics and safety; risk management; entrapment avoidance; WUI; case studies; scenarios; and appropriate action vs. freelancing. 

Delivery:

This course is divided into two components: an online pre-course learning (~8hrs on students’ own time), and an in person practical field day. The practical module will comprise of structure engines, tenders, and wildland engines to make up a typical Task Force or Strike Team, as would be done on an actual deployment. Students will make up the staffing compliment of each of the apparatus. For example, a 4- person structure engine normally staffed with an Officer and three firefighters can instead have 4 students from a department that are all enrolled in the ENGB course. 

To Host or Send Participants: Email SPCO@gov.bc.ca to inquire about hosting for your region. To sign up for specific Engine Boss offerings, email SPCO@gov.bc.ca with the course location, names, email addresses, and type of engine attending.

Course Description: 

The Task Force Leader (TFLD) directs any combination of personnel, crews and different types of Incident Command System (ICS) equipment in performing tactical missions on a division or segment of a division, on wildland fire incidents. The TFL reports to a Division/Group Supervisor (DIVS), Incident Commander (IC), or other assigned supervisor. The TFL works in the operations functional area when requested by the BC Wildfire Service (BCWS).  

The Task Force Leader workshop is designed for BC Municipal Fire Departments to meet BCWS training and practical requirements for regional wildfire deployments. The program will focus on wildland structural fire defence, BCWS specific documentation, risk management, tactical operations, and safety.  

The program is based on the newly created BCWS Guide to Municipal Structure Protection Organization and Tactics for Wildland Deployment.  

 

Delivery:

The TFL course is delivered regionally each year throughout the province. Fire departments may send qualified members to course offerings in their area. The TFL Level-1, is a two-day/16-hour course

designed to meet the training needs of a Task Force/Strike Team Leader.  It is delivered in person at the hosting fire department.

 

Prerequisites:  

· Annual Fireline Safety Refresher Training  

· ICS 300 

· Fire Officer 1 is recommended. 

To Host or Send Participants: Email SPCO@gov.bc.ca to inquire about hosting a TFL course for your region.

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