Upcoming Classes at IFSI

HAZARDOUS MATERIALS INSTRUCTOR UPDATE MEETING

Sun, 04 Oct 2009 08:00:00 CST

12/03/2009 - 12/03/2009
FRANKFORT, IL
$0.00 / Student

Customized courses take any of the subject areasand are tailored to meet the needs of the organization requesting the training.The class emphasizes a topic identified by the group.Each class is handled on a case-by-case basis, covering a topic essential for firefighters, pump operators, fire officers, or fire based first responders in fulfilling the mission of the fire service in their area.

Statewide WMD Response: Hazardous Materials Awareness

Sun, 04 Oct 2009 09:00:00 CST

12/03/2009 - 12/03/2009
DARIEN, IL
$0.00 / Student

This course will provide first responders with the knowledge and skills to: Understand what hazardous substances are and the risk associated with them in an incident; Recognize the presence of hazardous substances in an emergency; Understand the role of the emergency responder at the Awareness level, including site security and control; Have understanding of the U.S. Department of Transportation Emergency Guidebook; Realize the need for additional resources, call for appropriate assistance, and to make appropriate notifications to the community. This course also includes counter-terrorism curriculum. This course meets NFPA 472 Standard, 2002 Edition, OSHA CFR 29.1910.120 (q); it also meets the objectives outlined in the Emergency Response to Terrorism self-study guide and is certifiable by the NFA. This course also reflects the Awareness description as seen in NFPA 472 Annex E. Additionally, it meets the requirements of the Illinois Office of the State Fire Marshall, the Illinois Emergency Management Agency, and the National Fire Academy. This course is approved by the Illinois Department of Public Health for 2 Emergency Medical Services Continuing Education Hours.

Management III

Mon, 05 Oct 2009 18:00:00 CST

12/04/2009 - 12/13/2009
BOURBONNAIS, IL
$0.00 / Student

The Management III course is designed to provide the Fire Officer, who is in charge of multiple fire companies or stations, with information and skills in officer supervision and administrative functions. Subject areas covered will include: planning and decision-making, finance and budgeting, risk management, public relations and the news media.

Management I

Thu, 08 Oct 2009 08:00:00 CST

12/07/2009 - 12/11/2009
CHAMPAIGN, IL
$225.00 / Student

The Management I course is designed to provide the Fire Officer, who is in charge of a single fire company or station, with information and skills in supervisory practices and personnel management. Subject areas covered will include: the role and function of the Company Fire Officer, basic management principles and concepts, leadership, motivation, order giving, discipline, and conflict resolution.

Tactics and Strategy II

Thu, 08 Oct 2009 08:00:00 CST

12/07/2009 - 12/11/2009
BATAVIA, IL
$0.00 / Student

The Tactics & Strategy II course is designed for the Fire Officer who is responsible for commanding a fire or emergency scene involving multiple companies. Subject areas which will be covered are: strategic concepts in fire fighting, duties and responsibilities of command officers, incident command system (scene, manpower, apparatus and RIT management), multi-company operations, disasters, high-rise operations, critical incident stress, and tactical exercises.

ICS-400 Advanced Incident Command System

Fri, 09 Oct 2009 08:00:00 CST

12/08/2009 - 12/09/2009
YORKVILLE, IL
$0.00 / Student

This course provides training for senior personnel who are expected to perform in a management capacity in an Area Command or Multi-agency Coordination Entity. This course provides training on and resources for personnel who require advanced application of the Incident Command System (ICS). This course expands upon information covered in ICS-100 through ICS-300 courses. This course will include but not be limited to: major and/or complex incident/event management, area command, and multi-agency coordination. This course is designed to provide overall management skills rather than tactical expertise.

Fire Fighting Foam Applications

Sun, 11 Oct 2009 18:30:00 CST

12/10/2009 - 12/10/2009
DECATUR, IL
$0.00 / Student

This class provides the firefighter with a basic understanding of the common types of fire fighting foams (for Class A, Class B, & Polar Solvent fuels), the apparatus and equipment needed to deliver them, and the procedures for setting up and using them effectively.The class also addresses the logistics of large scale foam operations. Both transportation and storage tank incidents, with and without fire, will be discussed.Pre-planning, emergency operations, and post-incident cleaning and other activities will be discussed. Hands-on practice setting up and operating foam lines is included.Adequate foam for the class size and any environmental impact considerations are the sole responsibility of the host department. NOTE: Protective Clothing Required -- Participants must furnish approved helmet, turn out gear, eye protection, gloves, SCBA and boots for this class. This course is delivered at local fire departments

Statewide WMD Response: Hazardous Materials Awareness

Tue, 13 Oct 2009 09:00:00 CST

12/12/2009 - 12/12/2009
BONFIELD, IL
$0.00 / Student

Management II

Thu, 15 Oct 2009 08:00:00 CST

12/14/2009 - 12/18/2009
CHAMPAIGN, IL
$225.00 / Student

The Management II course is designed to provide the Fire Officer, who is in charge of a single fire company or station, with information and skills in personnel management. This course provides coverage in the areas of basics of communications, report writing, interpersonal communication, group dynamics, coaching and counseling skills, and performance appraisal.

Statewide WMD Response: Hazardous Materials Awareness

Tue, 10 Nov 2009 08:00:00 CST

01/09/2010 - 01/09/2010
CHARLESTON, IL
$0.00 / Student

Statewide WMD Response: Hazardous Materials Operations

Tue, 10 Nov 2009 08:00:00 CST

01/09/2010 - 01/17/2010
ROSELLE, IL
$0.00 / Student

The Statewide WMD Response: Hazardous Materials Operations course provides to those who are or will be operating as a member of a fire department, law enforcement agency, EMS agency, emergency management agency, or other first responder agency, the basic skills needed to evaluate and work defensively at an incident involving the release of hazardous materials. The objectives of the course are to teach participants: basic hazards and risk-assessment techniques for Hazmat and CBRNE environments; selecting and using proper personal protective equipment provided to the first responder at the Operations level; performing basic control, containment and/or confinement operations within the capabilities of the resources and personal protective equipment available; an understanding of the types of CBRNE and WMD events that may be presented to the first responder; and an understanding of the relevant standard operating guidelines and termination procedures.

ICS 300 - Intermediate ICS

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 08:00:00 CST

01/16/2010 - 01/17/2010
PITTSFIELD, IL
$0.00 / Student

This course provides training on and resources for personnel who require advanced application of the Incident Command System (ICS). The target audience includes all individuals who may assume a supervisory role in expanding incidents. This course expands upon information covered in ICS 100 and 200 courses. (Both are pre-requisites for ICS 300.) This course is required for those jurisdictions that choose to comply with the National Incident Management System (NIMS) ensuring they continue receiving their federal preparedness funding grants. We are recommending that jurisdictions identify middle management who will be acting in the role of incident commander or section chief during an event and enroll them in this course.

Statewide WMD Response: Hazardous Materials Awareness

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 10:00:00 CST

01/16/2010 - 01/16/2010
SANDWICH, IL
$0.00 / Student

ICS 300 - Intermediate ICS

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 08:00:00 CST

01/19/2010 - 01/20/2010
KEWANEE, IL
$0.00 / Student