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FIREFIGHTER SURVIVAL PROGRAM
Program Overview

This program provides the firefighter with the knowledge and basic skills needed to reach a
proficient level of training in the use of SCBA and their ability to survive emergency hazardous
situations.  Firefighter’s confidence in the use of their equipment and how to perform in emergency
situations will lead to more proficient operations.

Program Topics

This program covers the following topics

    •   Inherent dangers of firefighting
    •   Importance of being proactive
    •   Implementation of a risk management plan
    •   Responsibilities for safe fire ground operations
    •   Rules for survival
    •   Calling of a “May Day”
    •   Different emergency escape procedures

Behavioral Objective of this Training Program

At the conclusion of this training program, the attendees will be able to demonstrate that they are
able to use the information taught in this training program by successfully navigating an obstacle
course that requires the firefighter to demonstrate all of the emergency escape maneuvers in a
safe, effective, and efficient manner.

Program Length and Structure

This program is 9 hours in duration; a three hour PowerPoint presentation and two three hour
practical training evolutions.  

Student Handouts

Each firefighter who attends the entire training program will receive a Certificate of Attendance and
a student handbook.

Program Costs

Contact Emergency Training Associates, LLC for current pricing to conduct on-site training for Fire
Departments and Fire Academies in the New Jersey and New York Metropolitan area.  

View Sample

View a sample of this training program.  Click the VIEW DEMO button below to view a sample of
this training program.  Actual slides used in the training program are shown in a new pop-up
browser in Adobe Acrobat .pdf format.