Description:

*All new risk simulation content added to support professional growth and promotional opportunities.*

The intent of the course is to increase the student’s knowledge of strategies and tactics for emergency incidents and help identify strengths and weaknesses.  This training will be presented through incident simulations utilizing a variety of mediums, including the Fire Studio program and sand table manipulative exercises. This class will continue to be offered twice yearly as the department’s preparatory class for the tactical portion of the Fire Captain and Battalion Chief promotional processes.

Audience:

This course is open to OCFA Career Firefighters and outside agency Career Firefighters, and intended for potential Fire Captain and Battalion Chief promotional candidates.

Prerequisite:

None.

STAFFING:

No backfill, holdover, or overtime authorized.

DRESS CODE:

Station uniform, staff uniform, or business casual. No T-shirts, shorts, or sandals.

Instructors:

BC Chuck Fedak & Cadre

DISCLAIMER:

After submitting your registration, you will be placed on a waiting list while we review all attendees. Once your registration is approved, you will receive a confirmation email with relevant course information.

If a student is accepted into the class but becomes unable to attend, it is expected that they provide prompt advance notice of the cancellation, thereby allowing others the opportunity to participate. Failure to provide appropriate notification will result in the issuance of a "No Call/No Show Report" to the Training Chief of their respective agency. This information will be diligently monitored to assess attendance for future class offerings. 

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Description:

This course provides information on legal considerations for a court proceeding. Topics include coordinating expert resources, formulating an opinion, presenting investigative findings, and testifying during legal proceedings. The NFPA 1033 Standard for Fire Investigator Professional Qualifications is the basis for this course.

PrerequisiteS:

• Fire Investigation 1A- Basic Fire Investigations

• Fire Investigation 1B- Evidence and Documentation

MATERIALS:

Students are required to bring a laptop or tablet for course participation. A smartphone is not an appropriate tool for this course.

Staffing:

No backfill, holdover, or overtime authorized.

DRESS CODE:

Station uniform, staff uniform, or business casual. No T-shirts, shorts, or sandals.

Cost:

• OCFA employee: Free

• Outside agency: $140 - The course fee will be processed on the first day of class via e-check or credit card, with a 2.45% convenience fee applied to credit card payments.

Instructor:

Fire Captain Scott Kuhlman

DISCLAIMER:

After submitting your registration, you will be placed on a waiting list while we review all attendees. Once your registration is approved, you will receive a confirmation email with relevant course information.

If a student is accepted into the class but becomes unable to attend, it is expected that they provide prompt advance notice of the cancellation, thereby allowing others the opportunity to participate. Failure to provide appropriate notification will result in the issuance of a "No Call/No Show Report" to the Training Chief of their respective agency. This information will be diligently monitored to assess attendance for future class offerings.

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Description:

This course provides information on evaluating and reporting incident conditions, analyzing incident needs, developing and implementing a plan of action to deploy incident resources completing all operations to suppress a wildland fire, establishing an incident command post, creating an incident action plan, and completing incident records and reports.

*Required for OCFA FC promotional test*

Satisfies both CSFM & CICCS Requirements

PrerequisiteS:

• This course has received approval from the State Fire Training office, allowing it to be taken out of sequence prior to Company Officer 2D.

• Student meets the educational requirements for Fire Fighter II 

• S-290

Instructor:

BC Nathan Arellano

Staffing:

Backfill, holdover, and overtime are not authorized.

DRESS CODE:

Station uniform or business casual. No shorts, t-shirts, or sandals.

Cost:

• OCFA employee: Free

• Outside agency: $140 plus a 2.45% convenience fee that will be processed on the first day of class using an e-check or credit card.

DISCLAIMER:

After submitting your registration, you will be placed on a waiting list while we review all attendees. Once your registration is approved, you will receive a confirmation email with relevant course information.

If a student is accepted into the class but becomes unable to attend, it is expected that they provide prompt advance notice of the cancellation, thereby allowing others the opportunity to participate. Failure to provide appropriate notification will result in the issuance of a "No Call/No Show Report" to the Training Chief of their respective agency. This information will be diligently monitored to assess attendance for future class offerings. 

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Description:

This course provides the skills and knowledge needed for a Fire Officer 3 to safely, effectively, and competently develop plans for providing employee accommodation and hiring procedures; establish minimum staffing requirements; apply California FBOR requirements; encourage participation in professional development; develop a continuing education and training program, promotion procedures and programs, proposals for improving employee benefits; evaluate toxic exposure and behavioral health policies and procedures; develop a measurable accident and injury prevention program.

Hybrid format:

In person: Jan 04, 06, 08, 11, 13

At-home work: Jan 05, 07, 12

Prerequisite:

Meet one of the following requirements:

• Meet the education requirements of an OSFM Company Officer or Fire Officer 2

• Currently in the position of Chief Fire Officer (acting does not apply)

Staffing:

No backfill, holdover, or overtime is authorized.

Cost:

• OCFA employee: Free

• Outside agency: $140 - The course fee will be processed on the first day of class via e-check or credit card, with a 2.45% convenience fee applied to credit card payments.

DRESS CODE:

Station uniform, staff uniform, or business casual. No T-shirts, shorts, or sandals.

Instructor:

Division Chief Jim Henery

DISCLAIMER:

Upon submitting your registration, you will be placed on a waiting list and are not guaranteed a seat in the class. Seat requests will close 45 days prior to the course start date, at which time OCFA Training will review all applications and determine the final class roster based on training needs and available seats. Applicants selected to attend will receive a confirmation email with relevant course information.

If a student is selected for the class but becomes unable to attend, prompt advance notice of cancellation is expected to allow another applicant the opportunity to participate. Failure to provide appropriate notification may result in a “No Call/No Show Report” being issued to the Training Chief of the student’s respective agency. Attendance records may be considered when evaluating registration requests for future class offerings.

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Description:

This course covers basic aircraft types and capabilities, aviation management, safety for flying in and working with agency aircraft, tactical and logistical uses of aircraft, and requirements for helicopter take-off and landing areas.

*Required for OCFA BC promotional test*

PrerequisiteS:

• All personnel are encouraged to apply.

• Recommended: Qualified or Trainee status as an Engine Boss, ICT Type 4, or
  Support Dispatcher (EDSD) or FEMT/FEMP.

Staffing:

No backfill, holdover, or overtime authorized.

DRESS CODE:

Station uniform, staff uniform, or business casual. No T-shirts, shorts, or sandals.

Instructor:

FAE John Keesee

DISCLAIMER:

Upon submitting your registration, you will be placed on a waiting list and are not guaranteed a seat in the class. Seat requests will close 45 days prior to the course start date, at which time OCFA Training will review all applications and determine the final class roster based on training needs and available seats. Applicants selected to attend will receive a confirmation email with relevant course information.

If a student is selected for the class but becomes unable to attend, prompt advance notice of cancellation is expected to allow another applicant the opportunity to participate. Failure to provide appropriate notification may result in a “No Call/No Show Report” being issued to the Training Chief of the student’s respective agency. Attendance records may be considered when evaluating registration requests for future class offerings.

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Description:

*Required for OCFA FC promotional test*

This course provides the skills and knowledge needed for a Fire Officer 2 to safely, effectively, and competently apply human resource policies and procedures, create a professional development plan, evaluate and maximize employee performance, recommend action for employee support, coordinate routine tasks and responsibilities, direct employees during a training evolution, understand the value of physical and medical fitness, implement safety measures and regulations, and conduct an accident investigation

Hybrid format:

In person: Jan 05, 12 and 13

At-home work: Jan 06, 07 and 08

Fire Officer 2 Taskbook:

Outside Agencies: If you wish to complete your Fire Officer Taskbook, please come to class with an already initiated taskbook.

For OCFA Personnel, taskbook will be initiated for you on the first day of class

Prerequisite:

Meet one of the following requirements:

• OSFM Fire Fighter 2 certification (any version)

• Currently in the position of Company Officer or Fire Officer 2 (acting does not apply)

Staffing:

No backfill, holdover, or overtime is authorized.

Cost:

• OCFA employee: Free

• Outside agency: $140 - The course fee will be processed on the first day of class via e-check or credit card, with a 2.45% convenience fee applied to credit card payments.

DRESS CODE:

Station uniform, staff uniform, or business casual. No T-shirts, shorts, or sandals.

Instructor:

Battalion Chief Brett Buffington

DISCLAIMER:

Upon submitting your registration, you will be placed on a waiting list and are not guaranteed a seat in the class. Seat requests will close 45 days prior to the course start date, at which time OCFA Training will review all applications and determine the final class roster based on training needs and available seats. Applicants selected to attend will receive a confirmation email with relevant course information.

If a student is selected for the class but becomes unable to attend, prompt advance notice of cancellation is expected to allow another applicant the opportunity to participate. Failure to provide appropriate notification may result in a “No Call/No Show Report” being issued to the Training Chief of the student’s respective agency. Attendance records may be considered when evaluating registration requests for future class offerings.

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Description:

*Required for OCFA FC promotional test*

This course provides the tools a person needs to assume control of an emergency response to a hazardous materials incident. It focuses on the legal and practical requirements for safely and competently managing a hazardous materials incident. Instructional methods include class activities, case studies, and tabletop exercises, with an emphasis on hands-on decision-making.

Prerequisite:

• Hazmat First Responder Operations (FRO)

• IS0100, Introduction to the Incident Command System

Staffing:

No backfill, holdover, or overtime is authorized.

DRESS CODE:

Station or Staff Uniform or business casual. No T-shirts, shorts, or sandals

Instructor:

FC Curt Corbin

DISCLAIMER:

Upon submitting your registration, you will be placed on a waiting list and are not guaranteed a seat in the class. Seat requests will close 45 days prior to the course start date, at which time OCFA Training will review all applications and determine the final class roster based on training needs and available seats. Applicants selected to attend will receive a confirmation email with relevant course information.

If a student is selected for the class but becomes unable to attend, prompt advance notice of cancellation is expected to allow another applicant the opportunity to participate. Failure to provide appropriate notification may result in a “No Call/No Show Report” being issued to the Training Chief of the student’s respective agency. Attendance records may be considered when evaluating registration requests for future class offerings.

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Description:

S-200: This course is designed to meet the training needs of the incident commander type 4 (ICT4). It is presented in a discussion/exercise format. The six instructional units include Foundation Skills; Intelligence Gathering and Documentation; Size Up the Incident; Develop a Plan of Action; Post-fire Activities; Evaluating Incident Objectives and Manage the Incident. Evaluation of the student is by unit tests and performance based evaluations.

S-215: Instructional units include firefighter safety in the interface, managing human factors in the interface, pre-incident planning, sizeup and initial strategy, structure triage, structure protection overview, tactics in the interface, tactical operations and resource use in the interface, action assessment, plan update, and after action review.

Prerequisite:

S-200: Qualified as any single resource boss & satisfactory completion of pre-course work.

S-215: Qualified as a Firefighter Type 1 (FFT1)

Staffing:

No backfill, holdover, or overtime is authorized

DRESS CODE:

Station or Staff Uniform or business casual. No T-shirts, shorts, or sandals.

Instructor:

BC Nathan Arellano

DISCLAIMER:

Upon submitting your registration, you will be placed on a waiting list and are not guaranteed a seat in the class. Seat requests will close 45 days prior to the course start date, at which time OCFA Training will review all applications and determine the final class roster based on training needs and available seats. Applicants selected to attend will receive a confirmation email with relevant course information.

If a student is selected for the class but becomes unable to attend, prompt advance notice of cancellation is expected to allow another applicant the opportunity to participate. Failure to provide appropriate notification may result in a “No Call/No Show Report” being issued to the Training Chief of the student’s respective agency. Attendance records may be considered when evaluating registration requests for future class offerings.

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Description:

This course provides the skills and knowledge needed for the entry level professional instructor to perform his or her duties safely, effectively, and competently. The curriculum is based on the 2012 edition of NFPA 1041 Standard for Fire Service Instructor Professional Qualifications. At the end of this course, candidates for Instructor I certification will be able to teach and deliver instruction from a prepared lesson plan utilizing instructional aids and evaluation instruments. The Instructor I will also be able to adapt a lesson plan and complete the reporting requirements to the local jurisdiction

CLASS DATES:

Class is split into two weeks

• Week 1: Jan 21-22

• Week 2: Jan 25-26

Prerequisites

None.

Staffing:

No backfill, holdover, or overtime authorized.

Cost:

• OCFA employee: Free

• Outside agency: $140 - The course fee will be processed on the first day of class via e-check or credit card, with a 2.45% convenience fee applied to credit card payments.

DRESS CODE:

Station uniform, staff uniform, or business casual. No T-shirts, shorts, or sandals.

Instructor:

Fire Captain Brett Pearson + Cadre

DISCLAIMER:

Upon submitting your registration, you will be placed on a waiting list and are not guaranteed a seat in the class. Seat requests will close 45 days prior to the course start date, at which time OCFA Training will review all applications and determine the final class roster based on training needs and available seats. Applicants selected to attend will receive a confirmation email with relevant course information.

If a student is selected for the class but becomes unable to attend, prompt advance notice of cancellation is expected to allow another applicant the opportunity to participate. Failure to provide appropriate notification may result in a “No Call/No Show Report” being issued to the Training Chief of the student’s respective agency. Attendance records may be considered when evaluating registration requests for future class offerings.

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Description:

*Required for OCFA FC/BC promotional test*

This course provides description and detail of the Incident Command System (ICS) organization and operations in supervisory roles on expanding or Type 3 incidents. Topics include: ICS fundamentals review, incident/event assessment and agency guidance in establishing incident objectives, Unified Command, incident resource management, planning process, demobilization, transfer of command, and close out.

PrerequisiteS:

• IS0100, Introduction to the Incident Command System

• IS0200, Basic Incident Command System for Initial Response

• IS0700, National Incident Management System An Introduction

• IS0800, National Response Framework, An Introduction

Staffing:

No backfill, holdover, or overtime authorized.

DRESS CODE:

Station uniform, staff uniform, or business casual. No T-shirts, shorts, or sandals.

Instructor:

Battalion Chief Mike Yeun

DISCLAIMER:

Upon submitting your registration, you will be placed on a waiting list and are not guaranteed a seat in the class. Seat requests will close 45 days prior to the course start date, at which time OCFA Training will review all applications and determine the final class roster based on training needs and available seats. Applicants selected to attend will receive a confirmation email with relevant course information.

If a student is selected for the class but becomes unable to attend, prompt advance notice of cancellation is expected to allow another applicant the opportunity to participate. Failure to provide appropriate notification may result in a “No Call/No Show Report” being issued to the Training Chief of the student’s respective agency. Attendance records may be considered when evaluating registration requests for future class offerings.

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Description:

This course provides the skills and knowledge needed for a Fire Officer 3 to safely, effectively, and competently develop a model plan for continuous organizational improvement, direct a department record management system, analyze and interpret records and data, evaluate an inspection program, develop a community awareness program, develop a budget management system, develop a division or departmental budget, and describe the process for ensuring competitive bidding.

Hybrid format:

In person: Feb 08, 10, 12, 16, 18

At-home work: Feb 09, 11, 15, 17

PrerequisiteS:

• Fire Officer 3A: Human Resource Management

• Meet one of the following requirements:

  • Meet the education requirements of an OSFM Company Officer or Fire Officer 2

  • Currently in the position of Chief Fire Officer (acting does not apply)

Staffing:

No backfill, holdover, or overtime is authorized.

Cost:

• OCFA employee: Free

• Outside agency: $140 - The course fee will be processed on the first day of class via e-check or credit card, with a 2.45% convenience fee applied to credit card payments.

DRESS CODE:

Station uniform, staff uniform, or business casual. No T-shirts, shorts, or sandals.

Instructor:

Division Chief Jim Henery

DISCLAIMER:

Upon submitting your registration, you will be placed on a waiting list and are not guaranteed a seat in the class. Seat requests will close 45 days prior to the course start date, at which time OCFA Training will review all applications and determine the final class roster based on training needs and available seats. Applicants selected to attend will receive a confirmation email with relevant course information.

If a student is selected for the class but becomes unable to attend, prompt advance notice of cancellation is expected to allow another applicant the opportunity to participate. Failure to provide appropriate notification may result in a “No Call/No Show Report” being issued to the Training Chief of the student’s respective agency. Attendance records may be considered when evaluating registration requests for future class offerings.

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Description:

The course will provide local- and state-level emergency responders with a robust understanding of the duties, responsibilities, and capabilities of an effective Division/Group Supervisor on an All-Hazards Incident Management Team (AHIMT). The course walks participants through general information, including an overview of the Operations Section and information on incident mobilization, initial situational awareness, and unit management. It also provides detailed instructions on responding to the incident and the command needs of the incident and emphasizes the importance of risk management and safety considerations.

This course is an instructor-led training that supports learning through discussion, lecture, and active participation in multiple exercises that provide a realistic, scenario-driven approach to mastering the skills required of a Supervisor.

This course teaches the student the management skills necessary to fill the position of Division/Group Supervisor within the framework of ICS & CICCS.  You’ll learn the necessary leadership and management techniques to include: Administrative, Safety, Communication, and Operational responsibilities to include: (S.P.O.R.T.) – Situation – Priorities – Objectives – Resources – Territory

Prerequisite:

• IS-100.b: Introduction to the Incident Command System (ICS).

• IS-200.b: ICS for Single Resources and Initial Action Incidents.

• E/G/L-300: Intermediate ICS for Expanding Incidents (ICS-300).

• IS-700.a: An Introduction to the National Incident Management System (NIMS).

• IS-800.b: An Introduction to the National Response Framework (NRF). 

Instructor:

Elite Command Training

Cost:

The class is free of charge and sponsored by UASI. However, UASI funds do not cover backfill, holdover, or overtime for students.

Registration:

Class enrollment will be limited to the UASI matrix. Enrollment will not be on a first come, first served basis.

Dress Code:

Station or Staff Uniform or business casual. No T-shirts, shorts, or sandals please.

DISCLAIMER:

If a student is accepted into the class but becomes unable to attend, it is expected that they provide prompt advance notice of the cancellation, thereby allowing others the opportunity to participate. Failure to provide appropriate notification will result in the issuance of a "No Call/No Show Report" to the Training Chief of their respective agency. This information will be diligently monitored to assess attendance for future class offerings.

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Description:

This course provides the skills and knowledge needed for a Fire Officer 4 to safely, effectively, and competently command an expanding incident including integrating fire service resources into a community emergency plan; developing or improving a plan to use mutual aid agreements; identifying assistive technology; initiating, assuming, or transferring command; developing and maintaining situational awareness; implementing a risk management process; managing an integrated communication network; establishing effective command and control communications; developing an effective incident organization; developing and using an incident action plan; deploying and managing resources; revising the incident action plan; transitioning, transferring, or terminating command; and developing post-incident analysis and maintaining incident records. This course also fulfills the coursework requirements for Extended Attack Incident Task Commander (NWCG S300).

Hybrid format:

In person: Mar 01-05 & 08-11

PrerequisiteS:

• ICS-300: Intermediate ICS for Expanding Incidents (FEMA)

• Meet one of the following requirements:

  • Meet the education requirements of an OSFM Company Officer or Fire Officer 2

  • Currently in the position of Chief Fire Officer (acting does not apply)

Staffing:

No backfill, holdover, or overtime is authorized.

Cost:

• OCFA employee: Free

• Outside agency: $140 - The course fee will be processed on the first day of class via e-check or credit card, with a 2.45% convenience fee applied to credit card payments.

DRESS CODE:

Station uniform, staff uniform, or business casual. No T-shirts, shorts, or sandals.

Instructor:

Division Chief Jim Henery

DISCLAIMER:

Upon submitting your registration, you will be placed on a waiting list and are not guaranteed a seat in the class. Seat requests will close 45 days prior to the course start date, at which time OCFA Training will review all applications and determine the final class roster based on training needs and available seats. Applicants selected to attend will receive a confirmation email with relevant course information.

If a student is selected for the class but becomes unable to attend, prompt advance notice of cancellation is expected to allow another applicant the opportunity to participate. Failure to provide appropriate notification may result in a “No Call/No Show Report” being issued to the Training Chief of the student’s respective agency. Attendance records may be considered when evaluating registration requests for future class offerings.

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Description:

*Required for OCFA BC promotional test*

This course is designed to provide the skills and knowledge needed to perform in the position of Strike Team/Task Force Leader. Topics include position overview; pre-deployment responsibilities; concept of the position; resource typing standards; pre-dispatch preparation; incident responsibilities; administration; supervision; response; assignment; demobilization; tactics and safety; risk management; entrapment avoidance; WUI; case studies; scenarios; appropriate action vs. freelancing.

This course is designed to be presented in a lecture/discussion format with group exercises.  This course meets the AH-330 training requirements of the California Incident Command Certification System (CICCS) for the position of Strike Team Leader-All Risk. This course does not cover agency specific issues in detail.

Prerequisites:

• ICS-200.B: Incident Command System For Single Resources and Initial Action Incidents;

• CICCS qualified Engine Boss, Heavy Equipment Boss or Crew Boss

STAFFING:

No backfill, holdover, or overtime authorized.

Dress Code:

Station uniform, staff uniform, or business casual. No T-shirts, shorts, or sandals.

Cost:

• OCFA employee: Free

• Outside agency: $75 - The course fee will be processed on the first day of class via e-check or credit card, with a 2.45% convenience fee applied to credit card payments.

Instructor:

Battalion Chief Nathan Arellano

DISCLAIMER:

Upon submitting your registration, you will be placed on a waiting list and are not guaranteed a seat in the class. Seat requests will close 45 days prior to the course start date, at which time OCFA Training will review all applications and determine the final class roster based on training needs and available seats. Applicants selected to attend will receive a confirmation email with relevant course information.

If a student is selected for the class but becomes unable to attend, prompt advance notice of cancellation is expected to allow another applicant the opportunity to participate. Failure to provide appropriate notification may result in a “No Call/No Show Report” being issued to the Training Chief of the student’s respective agency. Attendance records may be considered when evaluating registration requests for future class offerings.

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Description:

This course provides an overview of what a student can expect if dispatched to an incident as a Status/Check-in Recorder (SCKN). This course is intended to provide students with the knowledge and skills necessary to perform the duties of the Status/Check-in Recorder (SCKN) position, as described in the NWCG Incident Position Standards for Status/Check-in Recorder, PMS 350-32.

Prerequisite:

None.

Pre-requisite for a position task book and trainee status: ICS-100, ICS-200, IS-700 (All are online independent study classes) https://training.fema.gov/programs/independent-study/

Staffing:

No backfill, holdover, or overtime is authorized

DRESS CODE:

Station or Staff Uniform or business casual. No T-shirts, shorts, or sandals.

Instructor:

BC Nathan Arellano

DISCLAIMER:

Upon submitting your registration, you will be placed on a waiting list and are not guaranteed a seat in the class. Seat requests will close 45 days prior to the course start date, at which time OCFA Training will review all applications and determine the final class roster based on training needs and available seats. Applicants selected to attend will receive a confirmation email with relevant course information.

If a student is selected for the class but becomes unable to attend, prompt advance notice of cancellation is expected to allow another applicant the opportunity to participate. Failure to provide appropriate notification may result in a “No Call/No Show Report” being issued to the Training Chief of the student’s respective agency. Attendance records may be considered when evaluating registration requests for future class offerings.

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Description:

This is a skill course designed to meet the training needs of a Heavy Equipment Boss, Single Resource (HEQB) on an incident as outlined in the NIMS: Wildland Fire Qualification System Guide, PMS 310-1, and the position task book developed for the position. Primary considerations are tactical use and safety precautions required to establish and maintain an effective dozer operation. A field exercise is required as part of the course.

Prerequisites:

• Qualified as a NWCG Firefighter Type 1 (FFT1)

• Satisfactory completion of pre-course work

STAFFING:

No backfill, holdover, or overtime is authorized.

Dress Code:

Station uniform, staff uniform, or business casual. No T-shirts, shorts, or sandals.

Instructor:

Alan Perrault, Heavy Equipment Operator

DISCLAIMER:

Upon submitting your registration, you will be placed on a waiting list and are not guaranteed a seat in the class. Seat requests will close 45 days prior to the course start date, at which time OCFA Training will review all applications and determine the final class roster based on training needs and available seats. Applicants selected to attend will receive a confirmation email with relevant course information.

If a student is selected for the class but becomes unable to attend, prompt advance notice of cancellation is expected to allow another applicant the opportunity to participate. Failure to provide appropriate notification may result in a “No Call/No Show Report” being issued to the Training Chief of the student’s respective agency. Attendance records may be considered when evaluating registration requests for future class offerings.

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Description:

This course provides the skills and knowledge needed for the intermediate level professional instructor to perform his or her duties safely, effectively, and competently. The curriculum is based on the 2012 edition of NFPA 1041 Standard for Fire Service Instructor Professional Qualifications and the 2012 edition of NFPA 1403 Standard on Live Fire Training Evolutions. At the end of this course, candidates for Instructor II certification will be able to develop lesson plans and evaluation instruments, teach and deliver instruction, and evaluate and coach other instructors. The Instructor II will also be able to analyze resources and formulate a program budget.

CLASS DATES:

Class is split into two weeks

• Week 1: Mar 29-30

• Week 2: Apr 6-7

Prerequisites

1) Instructor I: Instructional Methodology; OR Training Instructor 1A and 1B; OR Fire Instructor 1A and 1B

2) Introduction to the Incident Command System (IS-100.B), FEMA; OR National Incident Management System (IS-700.A), FEMA

Staffing:

No backfill, holdover, or overtime authorized.

Cost:

• OCFA employee: Free

• Outside agency: $140 - The course fee will be processed on the first day of class via e-check or credit card, with a 2.45% convenience fee applied to credit card payments.

DRESS CODE:

Station uniform, staff uniform, or business casual. No T-shirts, shorts, or sandals.

Instructor:

Fire Captain Brett Pearson + Cadre

DISCLAIMER:

Upon submitting your registration, you will be placed on a waiting list and are not guaranteed a seat in the class. Seat requests will close 45 days prior to the course start date, at which time OCFA Training will review all applications and determine the final class roster based on training needs and available seats. Applicants selected to attend will receive a confirmation email with relevant course information.

If a student is selected for the class but becomes unable to attend, prompt advance notice of cancellation is expected to allow another applicant the opportunity to participate. Failure to provide appropriate notification may result in a “No Call/No Show Report” being issued to the Training Chief of the student’s respective agency. Attendance records may be considered when evaluating registration requests for future class offerings.

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Description:

1A (04/05): This course provides awareness-level information on behavioral health and cancer needed for frontline responders to safely, effectively, and competently describe stress and list stressors; identify and describe the impacts of stress; describe factors and demonstrate practices for resilience; describe types, prevalence, and causes of cancer; describe exposure to carcinogenic chemicals; and describe and demonstrate minimizing exposure and risk to cancerous contaminants.

2A (04/06-04/08): This course provides the behavioral-health skills and information needed for aspiring and incumbent fire service leaders to safely, effectively, and competently describe and discuss stressors impacting members and leaders; describe the prevalence of behavioral health issues and the impacts of policies and programs; identify and address barriers to behavioral health and resiliency; describe member engagement, environment, effecting change, and influencing behaviors; identify practices for resilience and describe promotion and implementation, describe types of required documentation, identify laws and legal considerations, and describe how to develop a behavioral health and wellness program.

PrerequisiteS:

1A:

• Completion of PTSD or mood self-assessment

1B

• Behavioral Health and Cancer Awareness 1A (FSTEP)

• Peer-Based Suicide Awareness (FSTEP) or equivalent (as approved by Cal-JAC per AB 1116)

MATERIALS:

Students are required to bring a laptop or tablet for course participation. A smartphone is NOT an appropriate tool for this course.

Staffing:

No backfill, holdover, or overtime authorized.

DRESS CODE:

Station uniform, staff uniform, or business casual. No T-shirts, shorts, or sandals.

Cost:

• OCFA employee: Free

• Outside agency: The course fee will be processed on the first day of class via e-check or credit card, with a 2.45% convenience fee for credit card payments.

• The combined fee for Behavioral Health 1A & 2A is $150, or if registered separately, $75 for each course.

Instructor:

Deputy State Fire Marshal Caryn Petty

DISCLAIMER:

Upon submitting your registration, you will be placed on a waiting list and are not guaranteed a seat in the class. Seat requests will close 45 days prior to the course start date, at which time OCFA Training will review all applications and determine the final class roster based on training needs and available seats. Applicants selected to attend will receive a confirmation email with relevant course information.

If a student is selected for the class but becomes unable to attend, prompt advance notice of cancellation is expected to allow another applicant the opportunity to participate. Failure to provide appropriate notification may result in a “No Call/No Show Report” being issued to the Training Chief of the student’s respective agency. Attendance records may be considered when evaluating registration requests for future class offerings.

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Description:

*Classroom version required for OCFA BC and FC promotional tests and any overhead position*

This is a classroom-based skills course designed to prepare the prospective fireline supervisor to undertake safe and effective fire management operations. It is the second course in a series that collectively develops fire behavior prediction knowledge and skills. Fire environment differences are discussed as necessary; the instructor should stress local conditions. There will be mandatory pre-coursework and a qualifying exam associated with this class.

PrerequisiteS:

• S-190: Introduction to Wildland Fire Behavior

• Successfully complete mandatory pre-coursework

Staffing:

No backfill, holdover, or overtime authorized.

Instructors:

OCFA FC Swanson & Cadre

DRESS CODE:

Station uniform, staff uniform, or business casual. No T-shirts, shorts, or sandals.

DISCLAIMER:

Upon submitting your registration, you will be placed on a waiting list and are not guaranteed a seat in the class. Seat requests will close 45 days prior to the course start date, at which time OCFA Training will review all applications and determine the final class roster based on training needs and available seats. Applicants selected to attend will receive a confirmation email with relevant course information.

If a student is selected for the class but becomes unable to attend, prompt advance notice of cancellation is expected to allow another applicant the opportunity to participate. Failure to provide appropriate notification may result in a “No Call/No Show Report” being issued to the Training Chief of the student’s respective agency. Attendance records may be considered when evaluating registration requests for future class offerings.

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Description:

*Required for OCFA FC promotional test*

This course provides the skills and knowledge needed for a Fire Officer 2 to safely, effectively, and competently execute routine administrative functions, collect incident response data, and prepare concise reports; cooperate with allied organizations, address citizen concerns, and implement a community risk reduction program; describe fire inspection procedures, conduct preincident planning, secure incident scenes, and determine fire origin and cause; and develop and implement a project or program to support organizational change.

Hybrid format:

In person: Apr 12-15 & Apr 26-28

At-home work: Apr 16, 19-23

PrerequisiteS:

• Fire Officer 2A: Human Resource Management (SFT)

• Meet one of the following requirements:

  • OSFM Fire Fighter 2 certification (any version)

  • Currently in the position of Company Officer or Fire Officer 2 (acting does not apply)

Staffing:

No backfill, holdover, or overtime is authorized.

Cost:

• OCFA employee: Free

• Outside agency: $140 - The course fee will be processed on the first day of class via e-check or credit card, with a 2.45% convenience fee applied to credit card payments.

DRESS CODE:

Station uniform, staff uniform, or business casual. No T-shirts, shorts, or sandals.

Instructor:

Battalion Chief Brett Buffington & Battalion Chief Chuck Fedak

DISCLAIMER:

Upon submitting your registration, you will be placed on a waiting list and are not guaranteed a seat in the class. Seat requests will close 45 days prior to the course start date, at which time OCFA Training will review all applications and determine the final class roster based on training needs and available seats. Applicants selected to attend will receive a confirmation email with relevant course information.

If a student is selected for the class but becomes unable to attend, prompt advance notice of cancellation is expected to allow another applicant the opportunity to participate. Failure to provide appropriate notification may result in a “No Call/No Show Report” being issued to the Training Chief of the student’s respective agency. Attendance records may be considered when evaluating registration requests for future class offerings.

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Description:

S-244: This course provides students with the skills necessary to perform as a Field Observer (FOBS) and/or a Fire Effects Monitor (FEMO). Topics include roles and responsibilities of the FOBS and FEMO, how to make observations and document those observations, how to produce hand drawn and GPS field maps, and how to navigate using a compass and GPS.

S-245: This course provides students with the skills necessary to perform as a Display Processor (DPRO). Topics include general roles and responsibilities and how to assist the Situation Unit Leader with producing incident maps, inputs for the Incident Status Summary (ICS-209), and other incident products.

Prerequisite:

S-244:

• Successful completion of S-290, Intermediate Wildland Fire Behavior.

• Successful completion of pre-course work.

• Basic understanding of how to use a GPS receiver.

• FEMO: Qualified as a Firefighter Type 2 (FFT2) OR FOBS: Qualified as any single resource boss

S-245:

• Satisfactory completion of pre-course work..

Staffing:

No backfill, holdover, or overtime is authorized.

DRESS CODE:

Station uniform, staff uniform, or business casual. No T-shirts, shorts, or sandals.

Instructor:

FC Daniel Moore & Cadres

DISCLAIMER:

Upon submitting your registration, you will be placed on a waiting list and are not guaranteed a seat in the class. Seat requests will close 45 days prior to the course start date, at which time OCFA Training will review all applications and determine the final class roster based on training needs and available seats. Applicants selected to attend will receive a confirmation email with relevant course information.

If a student is selected for the class but becomes unable to attend, prompt advance notice of cancellation is expected to allow another applicant the opportunity to participate. Failure to provide appropriate notification may result in a “No Call/No Show Report” being issued to the Training Chief of the student’s respective agency. Attendance records may be considered when evaluating registration requests for future class offerings.

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Description:

*Required for OCFA FC/BC promotional test*

This four-day course is designed to provide students with the knowledge and skills to perform the duties of the Crew Boss and Engine Boss positions. Topics include travel and check-in, briefings, assigning tasks and assessing crew performance, implementing fire line duties, mop-up, firing operations, using aerial resources, medical emergencies, engine and crew capabilities and limitations, information sources, fire size-up considerations, tactics, and wildland/urban interface.

PrerequisiteS:

• Qualified as a Firefighter Type 1 (FFT1)

• S-290: Intermediate Wildland Fire Behavior

Staffing:

Backfill, holdover, and overtime are not authorized

DRESS CODE:

Station or Staff Uniform or business casual. No T-shirts, shorts, or sandals.

Instructor:

FC Albert Morales & Cadre

DISCLAIMER:

Upon submitting your registration, you will be placed on a waiting list and are not guaranteed a seat in the class. Seat requests will close 45 days prior to the course start date, at which time OCFA Training will review all applications and determine the final class roster based on training needs and available seats. Applicants selected to attend will receive a confirmation email with relevant course information.

If a student is selected for the class but becomes unable to attend, prompt advance notice of cancellation is expected to allow another applicant the opportunity to participate. Failure to provide appropriate notification may result in a “No Call/No Show Report” being issued to the Training Chief of the student’s respective agency. Attendance records may be considered when evaluating registration requests for future class offerings.

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 Description:

*Required for OCFA BC promotional test*

This course directs the student towards an operational understanding of large single-agency and complex multi-agency/multi-jurisdictional incident responses. Topics include: Fundamentals review for command and general staff, major and/or complex incident/event management, area command, and multi-agency coordination.

Prerequisite:

• IS0100,Introduction to the Incident Command System

• IS0200, Basic Incident Command System for Initial Response

• ICS 300 (E/L/G0300), Intermediate Incident Command System for Expanding Incidents

• IS0700, National Incident Management System, An Introduction

• IS0800, National Response Framework, An Introduction

Instructor:

Battalion Chief Mike Yeun

Staffing:

Backfill, holdover, and overtime are not authorized

DISCLAIMER:

Upon submitting your registration, you will be placed on a waiting list and are not guaranteed a seat in the class. Seat requests will close 45 days prior to the course start date, at which time OCFA Training will review all applications and determine the final class roster based on training needs and available seats. Applicants selected to attend will receive a confirmation email with relevant course information.

If a student is selected for the class but becomes unable to attend, prompt advance notice of cancellation is expected to allow another applicant the opportunity to participate. Failure to provide appropriate notification may result in a “No Call/No Show Report” being issued to the Training Chief of the student’s respective agency. Attendance records may be considered when evaluating registration requests for future class offerings.

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Description:

This course is aimed at individuals who are involved in planning, managing, and executing wildland fire and prescribed burn operations and who require a thorough understanding of fire behavior calculations to enhance their effectiveness and safety. This includes students who require the knowledge and skill necessary to perform the duties of the Incident Commander Type 3 (ICT3), Division/Group Supervisor (DIVS), or Prescribed Fire Burn Boss Type 2 (RXB2).

Prerequisite:

• S-290: Introduction to Intermediate Wildland Fire Behavior

• Qualified as any single resource boss.

Staffing:

No backfill, holdover, or overtime authorized.

DRESS CODE:

Station uniform or business casual. No sandals.

Instructors:

OCFA FC Swanson & Cadre

DISCLAIMER:

Upon submitting your registration, you will be placed on a waiting list and are not guaranteed a seat in the class. Seat requests will close 45 days prior to the course start date, at which time OCFA Training will review all applications and determine the final class roster based on training needs and available seats. Applicants selected to attend will receive a confirmation email with relevant course information.

If a student is selected for the class but becomes unable to attend, prompt advance notice of cancellation is expected to allow another applicant the opportunity to participate. Failure to provide appropriate notification may result in a “No Call/No Show Report” being issued to the Training Chief of the student’s respective agency. Attendance records may be considered when evaluating registration requests for future class offerings.

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Description:

*Required for OCFA FC promotional test*

This course provides the skills and knowledge needed for a Fire Officer 2 to safely, effectively, and competently acquire foundational skills and carry out initial actions, initial incident action planning, incident operations, and postincident activities at an initial Type 4 incident.

Hybrid format:

In person: Jul 12-15 & Jul 26-28

At-home work: Jul 16, 19-23

PrerequisiteS:

• Fire Officer 2A: Human Resource Management (SFT)

• ICS-200.B: Incident Command System for Single Resources and Initial Action Incidents

• S-290 Intermediate Fire Behavior (SFT-approved delivery model)

• Meet one of the following requirements:

  • OSFM Fire Fighter 2 certification (any version)

  • Currently in the position of Company Officer or Fire Officer 2 (acting does not apply)

Staffing:

No backfill, holdover, or overtime is authorized.

Cost:

• OCFA employee: Free

• Outside agency: $140 - The course fee will be processed on the first day of class via e-check or credit card, with a 2.45% convenience fee applied to credit card payments.

DRESS CODE:

Station uniform, staff uniform, or business casual. No T-shirts, shorts, or sandals.

Instructor:

Battalion Chief Nate Arellano & Battalion Chief Chuck Fedak

DISCLAIMER:

Upon submitting your registration, you will be placed on a waiting list and are not guaranteed a seat in the class. Seat requests will close 45 days prior to the course start date, at which time OCFA Training will review all applications and determine the final class roster based on training needs and available seats. Applicants selected to attend will receive a confirmation email with relevant course information.

If a student is selected for the class but becomes unable to attend, prompt advance notice of cancellation is expected to allow another applicant the opportunity to participate. Failure to provide appropriate notification may result in a “No Call/No Show Report” being issued to the Training Chief of the student’s respective agency. Attendance records may be considered when evaluating registration requests for future class offerings.

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Description:

This command level awareness course provides the student with the incident management terminology and methodology that is employed during a fire fighter emergency. Classroom simulations based upon case studies allow students to participate in simulated incident command positions during a fire fighter emergency.

PREREQUISITES:

• Basic Incident Command System I-200

• Fire Command 1A, or Command 1A, or Company Officer 2D: All-Risk Command Operations

Staffing:

No backfill, holdover, or overtime authorized.

DRESS CODE:

Station uniform, staff uniform, or business casual. No T-shirts, shorts, or sandals.

Cost:

• OCFA employee: Free

• Outside agency: $75 - The course fee will be processed on the first day of class via e-check or credit card, with a 2.45% convenience fee applied to credit card payments.

Instructor:

Battalion Chief Chuck Fedak

DISCLAIMER:

Upon submitting your registration, you will be placed on a waiting list and are not guaranteed a seat in the class. Seat requests will close 45 days prior to the course start date, at which time OCFA Training will review all applications and determine the final class roster based on training needs and available seats. Applicants selected to attend will receive a confirmation email with relevant course information.

If a student is selected for the class but becomes unable to attend, prompt advance notice of cancellation is expected to allow another applicant the opportunity to participate. Failure to provide appropriate notification may result in a “No Call/No Show Report” being issued to the Training Chief of the student’s respective agency. Attendance records may be considered when evaluating registration requests for future class offerings.

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Description:

This course provides information on securing the fire scene and determining the origin and cause of the fire. Topics include responsibilities of a fire investigator, securing the fire ground, conducting an exterior and interior survey, analyzing fire patterns, interpreting individual fire patterns, discriminating the effects of explosions, examining and removing fire debris, reconstructing the area of origin, inspecting the performance of building systems. The 2014 edition of NFPA 1033 Standard Professional Qualifications for Fire Investigator is the basis for this course.

MATERIALS:

• For burn day - Brush coat, hand and eye protection, helmet, protective footwear

• Students are required to bring a laptop or tablet for course participation. A smartphone is not an appropriate tool for this course.

Staffing:

No backfill, holdover, or overtime authorized.

DRESS CODE:

Station uniform, staff uniform, or business casual. No T-shirts, shorts, or sandals.

Cost:

• OCFA employee: Free

• Outside agency: $140 - The course fee will be processed on the first day of class via e-check or credit card, with a 2.45% convenience fee applied to credit card payments.

Instructor:

Fire Captain Scott Kuhlman

DISCLAIMER:

Upon submitting your registration, you will be placed on a waiting list and are not guaranteed a seat in the class. Seat requests will close 45 days prior to the course start date, at which time OCFA Training will review all applications and determine the final class roster based on training needs and available seats. Applicants selected to attend will receive a confirmation email with relevant course information.

If a student is selected for the class but becomes unable to attend, prompt advance notice of cancellation is expected to allow another applicant the opportunity to participate. Failure to provide appropriate notification may result in a “No Call/No Show Report” being issued to the Training Chief of the student’s respective agency. Attendance records may be considered when evaluating registration requests for future class offerings.

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Description:

*All new risk simulation content added to support professional growth and promotional opportunities.*

The intent of the course is to increase the student’s knowledge of strategies and tactics for emergency incidents and help identify strengths and weaknesses.  This training will be presented through incident simulations utilizing a variety of mediums, including the Fire Studio program and sand table manipulative exercises. This class will continue to be offered twice yearly as the department’s preparatory class for the tactical portion of the Fire Captain and Battalion Chief promotional processes.

Audience:

This course is open to OCFA Career Firefighters and outside agency Career Firefighters, and intended for potential Fire Captain and Battalion Chief promotional candidates.

Prerequisite:

None.

STAFFING:

No backfill, holdover, or overtime authorized.

DRESS CODE:

Station uniform, staff uniform, or business casual. No T-shirts, caps, shorts, or sandals.

Instructors:

BC Chuck Fedak & Cadre

DISCLAIMER:

Upon submitting your registration, you will be placed on a waiting list and are not guaranteed a seat in the class. Seat requests will close 45 days prior to the course start date, at which time OCFA Training will review all applications and determine the final class roster based on training needs and available seats. Applicants selected to attend will receive a confirmation email with relevant course information.

If a student is selected for the class but becomes unable to attend, prompt advance notice of cancellation is expected to allow another applicant the opportunity to participate. Failure to provide appropriate notification may result in a “No Call/No Show Report” being issued to the Training Chief of the student’s respective agency. Attendance records may be considered when evaluating registration requests for future class offerings.

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Description:

This course provides information on scene documentation and evidence collection/preservation. Topics include photographing the scene, diagramming the scene, constructing investigative notes, processing evidence and establishing chain of custody, processing victims and fatalities, selecting evidence for analysis, maintaining a chain of custody, preparing a fire investigation report, and disposing of evidence. The 2014 edition of NFPA 1033 Standard for Fire Investigator Professional Qualifications is the basis for this course.

Prerequisite:

Fire Investigation 1A: Basic Fire Investigation

MATERIALS:

• For burn day - Brush coat, hand and eye protection, helmet, protective footwear

• Students are required to bring a laptop or tablet for course participation. A smartphone is not an appropriate tool for this course.

Staffing:

No backfill, holdover, or overtime authorized.

DRESS CODE:

Station uniform, staff uniform, or business casual. No T-shirts, shorts, or sandals.

Cost:

• OCFA employee: Free

• Outside agency: $140 - The course fee will be processed on the first day of class via e-check or credit card, with a 2.45% convenience fee applied to credit card payments.

Instructor:

Fire Captain Scott Kuhlman

DISCLAIMER:

Upon submitting your registration, you will be placed on a waiting list and are not guaranteed a seat in the class. Seat requests will close 45 days prior to the course start date, at which time OCFA Training will review all applications and determine the final class roster based on training needs and available seats. Applicants selected to attend will receive a confirmation email with relevant course information.

If a student is selected for the class but becomes unable to attend, prompt advance notice of cancellation is expected to allow another applicant the opportunity to participate. Failure to provide appropriate notification may result in a “No Call/No Show Report” being issued to the Training Chief of the student’s respective agency. Attendance records may be considered when evaluating registration requests for future class offerings.

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Description:

This course provides information on legal considerations for a court proceeding. Topics include coordinating expert resources, formulating an opinion, presenting investigative findings, and testifying during legal proceedings. The 2014 edition of NFPA 1033 Standard for Fire Investigator Professional Qualifications is the basis for this course.

PrerequisiteS:

• PC 832(a): Arrest

• Fire Investigation 1A: Basic Fire Investigation

• Fire Investigation 1B: Evidence and Documentation

MATERIALS:

Students are required to bring a laptop or tablet for course participation. A smartphone is not an appropriate tool for this course.

Staffing:

No backfill, holdover, or overtime authorized.

DRESS CODE:

Station uniform, staff uniform, or business casual. No T-shirts, shorts, or sandals.

Cost:

• OCFA employee: Free

• Outside agency: $140 - The course fee will be processed on the first day of class via e-check or credit card, with a 2.45% convenience fee applied to credit card payments.

Instructor:

Fire Captain Scott Kuhlman

DISCLAIMER:

Upon submitting your registration, you will be placed on a waiting list and are not guaranteed a seat in the class. Seat requests will close 45 days prior to the course start date, at which time OCFA Training will review all applications and determine the final class roster based on training needs and available seats. Applicants selected to attend will receive a confirmation email with relevant course information.

If a student is selected for the class but becomes unable to attend, prompt advance notice of cancellation is expected to allow another applicant the opportunity to participate. Failure to provide appropriate notification may result in a “No Call/No Show Report” being issued to the Training Chief of the student’s respective agency. Attendance records may be considered when evaluating registration requests for future class offerings.

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