Fall 2022-Spring/Summer 2023 Course Catalog

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The Maryland Fire and Rescue Institute (MFRI) is the state’s comprehensive emergency services training agency. We have more than 90 years of experience providing state of the art emergency medical, fire, rescue, code enforcement, and disaster training programs to our emergency services providers in the state of Maryland. Through the dedication of more than 65 full time faculty and staff members, as well as the support of more than 700 state certified field instructors, MFRI provides training to more than 36,000 students a year. MFRI prides itself on its ability to present programs that meet our customers’ needs through site specific mobile training or at any one of our regional training centers.

MFRI is an entity of the University of Maryland, College Park with its headquarters and academy located on the College Park campus as well as six regional training centers located in Edgewood, Cresaptown, Mount Airy, Centreville, Princess Anne, and La Plata. MFRI’s courses are developed to be in full compliance with national fire service training standards. Our written and practical examination process has been accredited by the National Board on Fire Service Professional Qualifications and the International Fire Service Accreditation Congress with respect to meeting the certification requirements of the National Fire Protection Association Fire Service Professional Qualifications Standards.

This MFRI course catalog identifies the specifications and prerequisites for each course. Please review the catalog carefully for the manner in which classes are conducted. For the responsibilities of the students who attend these classes, policies and procedures can be found on MFRI’s instructor zone and student zone.

It is the goal of MFRI to provide outstanding service to EMS, fire, and rescue departments and to the students who take our courses. We work to constantly improve the emergency services training and education environment within Maryland.

Thank you for your participation as a student, and good luck to you in all your future endeavors.

Sincerely, Michael E. Cox Jr.

Michael E. Cox Jr., MS, CFO, EFO, NRP Executive Director

MISSION, VISION, AND VALUE STATEMENTS

Mission Statement

The Maryland Fire and Rescue Institute (MFRI) of the University of Maryland is the state's training and education system for all hazard responses. The Institute plans, researches, develops, and delivers quality programs to prepare agencies and individuals to protect life, property, and the environment.

Vision Statement

The Maryland Fire and Rescue Institute is and will continue to be a premier emergency services training and education organization by developing and delivering high quality training. MFRI will constantly evolve to address developing trends and needs in emergency services training.

Value Statement

Core values support the mission, shape the culture, and reflect that which is important to the Institute.

o Safety Maintain strict safety standards to ensure the well being of our students and instructors.

o Customer Success Ensure student success by actively motivating and supporting students through a quality education experience.

o Academic Excellence Ensure all training courses are of the highest possible quality.

o Integrity Operate according to the highest ethical principles.

o Professionalism Ensure that all faculty, staff, and instructors conduct themselves professionally.

o Diversity and Equity - Ensure that services are equally available to all and that the diverse group of faculty, staff, instructors, and students are treated with respect and fairness.

o Responsibility Be accountable to customers, both internal and external, for the services provided.

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Organization

As part of MFRI’s 2020 2025 Strategic Plan, the steering committee recommended a goal to ensure an effective organizational structure to meet the needs of its customers as well as maintain efficiency in its day to day operations. As a result, the work group assigned to this project restructured the current management teams and functional units, resembling the National Incident Management S ystem. The Institute is now organized into four separate sections: Finance and Administration, Operations, Logistics, and Planning. Each division is overseen by a Section Chief who reports to the Institute’s deputy director. Each section houses several units whose responsibilities are outlined in detail below.

Finance & Administration

The Finance and Administration Section (formerly Administrative Services Section) is responsible for the administrative support, including time and compensation, purchasing, travel, and budget, of all MFRI sections.

Operations

The Operations Section (formerly Field Operations Section) is now split in two as State Programs and Special Programs and will continue to be responsible for implementing and delivering programs in the field as well as providing technical support to all MFRI sections. State Programs oversees the regional offices that deliver MFRI programs to meet the needs of the in state fire/emergency services departments and personnel of the counties they serve. Special Programs promotes and delivers MFRI programs to out of state fire/emergency service departments as well as business, industrial, and government clients.

Logistics

The Logistics Section is responsible for managing logistical support; overseeing risk management; administering all MFRI networks and computers; and developing and maintaining preregistration, registration, and transcript systems. The printing services unit formerly housed within Administrative Services, is now a part of this section.

Planning

The Planning Section (formerly Institute Development Section) is responsible for the creation and revision of all MFRI programs. All professional development opportunities for full and part time personnel are handled by this section as well. This section now includes two new units analytics and graphics. Both units existed in other areas before being moved to the section.

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COLLEGE CREDIT

The Maryland Fire and Rescue Institute (MFRI) has established Articulation Agreements with numerous colleges across the state whereby students may be eligible to receive college credit for some MFRI classes. Students who are interested in this opportunity are encouraged to contact their home institutions for additional information or assistance with this process.

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INCIDENT COMMAND SIMULATION CENTER

The University of Maryland, Maryland Fire and Rescue Institute (MFRI) Incident Command Simulation Center (ICSC) at College Park offers state of the art training opportunities to fire departments, EMS, law enforcement agencies, and other emergency responders. Students are presented with a variety of very realistic simulated incidents involving fires, hazardous materials incidents, mass casualty incidents, and other scenarios that afford them the opportunity to learn in a safe and supportive environment.

The training is tailored to meet the needs of the students. The simulations can enhance existing skills and develop new ones. From the newest members to more experienced incident commanders, situations are customized to allow all to benefit from the opportunity to practice and learn.

In addition to the large screen pictures of various parts of the incidents that are displayed in multiple training rooms, the students use portable radios, maps, floor plans, tactical worksheets, and other supporting aids to practice size up, communications skills, incident management, and safety, etc.

The ICSC instructors are experienced, seasoned emergency personnel with real world skills in handling such incidents. They will provide students with challenging, rewarding, and enjoyable training.

The ICSC is utilized in support of Fire Officer I, II, and III, Hazardous Materials Incident Commander, and Fire Department Incident Safety Officer classes and can also be used to complement and enhance EMS Officer, Hazardous Materials Technician, and other courses. In addition, company drills can be formulated to meet the needs of departments and their members.

For those who find it impossible or impractical to attend training in College Park, MFRI has assembled a Mobile Simulation Lab (MSL). The kit contains many of the same resources used at the ICSC, including portable radios, maps, charts, vests, and other aids. The use of portable laptops and projectors enables us to offer a similar experience in areas remote from College Park. The mobile application enables us to take the training to many other audiences. Classes can be conducted at our MFRI regional offices or, in some cases, at individual fire stations or other suitable locations.

Schedules are flexible and can include evening and/or weekend classes to accommodate everyone’s needs. If your department is interested in training or obtaining further information, please contact: mfri simcenter@umd.edu

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SPECIAL PROGRAMS

Special Programs is a part of the Operations Section located at MFRI Headquarters College Park, MD

Serving: Worldwide Commercial DoD US Government customers on a contractual basis

Special Programs (SPS) offers training programs and consulting services, both nationally and internationally, to business, industry, and government in safety and health, regulatory compliance (OSHA CFR 1910 and 1926) training in HAZWOPER, Trench, Confined Space, Fall Protection plus a series of Annual Refresher Training, Loss Prevention and Control and a variety of other subjects.

Special Programs can deliver MFRI State Program Curriculum offerings (EMS, FIRE, Hazardous Materials, Management, National Fire Academy Outreach and Rescue) listed in the catalog to organizations worldwide; and NFPA based curriculum classes with application processing leading to National Pro Board and IFSAC certification.

MFRI prides itself in its ability to provide training and consulting services that meet the needs of private industry customers and government customers alike, whether it is accomplished through site specific, mobile training at a customer’s facility, or at any one of MFRI’s regional training centers located throughout the State of Maryland.

If your organization is interested in training offered by the Maryland Fire and Rescue Institute at your facility, please contact: Email: specialprog@mfri.org Office: 301 226 9940 Fax: 301 226 9940 MFRI: 301 996 990

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EQUIVALENCY CHALLENGE PROGRAM

Established July 1, 1987, the Equivalency Challenge Program is intended for emergency services personnel who desire to obtain credit for MFRI courses based on successful completion of similar courses through other training agencies or previous versions of similar MFRI courses.

Please note, not all classes qualify for equivalency.

The steps for equivalency testing, if applicable, are as follows:

1. Address a letter to the Certification Office of the Institute requesting equivalency challenge for a particular course. Include in the letter:

Full name

Social Security number (last four digits only)

Home address

Daytime telephone number(s)

Department affiliation

2. Attach source documentation. This includes certificates or transcripts that attest to successful completion of the course and document course length. Source documentation is required to be the original version or certified copies. Source documentation must include the objectives of the course completed. The course in question must be equivalent to the objectives of the course for which equivalency is requested. It is the responsibility of the student to develop this comparison.

If approval is granted, the applicant will be contacted and a determination will be made as to where testing will take place. Scheduling of testing will be accomplished between the applicant and the regional office. Regional offices will only schedule testing for approved courses. All required test instruments for the course will be administered, including midterm and final written and practical exams as applicable to the particular course. Test instruments will be those used in the current MFRI course. A retest option is available by request following the MFRI guidelines for retesting examinations. Upon successful completion of the MFRI examination(s), the applicant will receive full credit for the MFRI course, and equivalent credit will be recorded on the applicant’s transcript. An individual who applies for equivalency testing for a course with a prerequisite(s) must complete any prerequisite(s) either by successfully completing the course or through equivalency testing. Individuals applying for equivalency testing are required to meet Institute program admission requirements.

The following will be considered for the equivalency process: 

Any previous edition of a MFRI course to the current edition of the course.

Any corresponding level of certification to the current edition of the same MFRI course.

Any corresponding level of training that previously qualified for certification for which the student failed to apply for certification correlated to the current edition of the same MFRI course.

Any previous successful course completion through another training agency determined to be similar in content and length to a corresponding MFRI course.

INSTRUCTOR CHALLENGE CRITERIA

Individuals who meet certain criteria may be eligible to challenge MFRI’s Instructor Training Courses. These individuals must have completed instructor methodology courses based on NFPA 1041 Standard for Fire Service Instructor Professional Qualifications, or equivalent, and/or must have a degree in education.

All challenge exams and assignments for grade must be completed at a MFRI Regional Office or MFRI Headquarters.

If you are pursuing Instructor Equivalency for MICRB Instructor certification, please note that under Instructor Application for Certification, section 2, item b, it states:

A candidate shall complete the application process within 5 years of completion of an MICRB approved instructor training course. (c) If a candidate has completed the instructor training course between 5 and 10 years before beginning the application process, the candidate shall, in addition to the prescribed initial certification requirements, complete within 3 years of submitting their application 12 hours of approved instructor methodology as a co requisite to the initial completion process. (d) If a candidate has completed the instructor training course more than 10 years before beginning the application process, the candidate shall be required to successfully complete: (i) A current, MICRB approved instructor training program; or (ii) The Instructor Training Course Challenge process, as outlined in MICRB’s policy on Instructor Training Course Challenge Criteria.

Instructor Equivalency Challenge Checklists are provided to assist you in navigating the process.

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Instructor I Equivalency Challenge

To challenge Instructor I, the candidate must have successfully completed a MFRI or non MFRI instructor methodology course. Candidates must provide a copy of the course syllabus, course description, and a certificate of completion or transcript that shows successful completion of the instructor methodology course work.

The documentation will be reviewed to determine if the candidate meets the educational equivalency challenge. If the course work is approved, the student must successfully complete each of the following components based on current NFPA 1041 Instructor I standards within 45 days 

Performance Test Items as outlined in the current course requirements 

Written Exam minimum score of 70% 

Oral presentation as outlined in current student manual

Checklist for MFRI Instructor I Equivalency Challenge

☐ Send a request via email to the MFRI Planning Section Chief to begin an equivalency challenge for Instructor I. In the email, provide the required documentation as outlined in the Instructor Challenge Procedure, e.g. certificates, transcripts, syllabus, etc.

Note: Once the documentation is deemed as meeting the equivalency requirements, the MFRI Planning Section Chief will notify the MFRI Regional Office. The MFRI Regional Office will establish a course number for the candidate.

All components below must be completed through the MFRI Regional Office or MFRI Headquarters. Assignments and the passing criteria will be in accordance with the current Instructor I course requirements.

☐ Successfully complete all Performance Test Items required in current Instructor I course

☐ Successfully complete the final oral presentation.

☐ Successfully complete the written exam (70% minimum or Pass)

☐ Allow two weeks for the class to be added to your transcript.

☐ Once the equivalency is on your transcript, you are eligible to apply for Pro Board certification through MFSPQB. An application with the appropriate payment and documentation must be sent to the MFSPQB representative.

Instructor II Equivalency Challenge

To challenge Instructor II, the candidate must submit documentation electronically tomfri planning@umd.edu that meets one of the following options:

Option One

Successful completion of a MFRI or non MFRI instructor methodology course: 

Provide a copy of a course certificate of completion or a transcript that verifies successful completion of the course.

Provide a copy of the course syllabus and a course description.

Option Two

A degree in education: 

The candidate must provide copies of transcripts. Unofficial transcripts may be submitted but MFRI reserves the right to require additional documentation including an official transcript.

Option Three

MFSPQB, NPQS, or IFSAC Instructor III certification: 

Provide a copy of a MFSPQB, NPQS, or IFSAC certification card or certificate.

The documentation will be reviewed to determine if the candidate meets the educational equivalency challenge. If the course work is approved, the student must successfully complete each of the following components based on current NFPA 1041 Instructor II standards: 

Successfully complete all Performance Test Items as outlined in the current Instructor II course.

Written exam minimum score 70%

Final presentation as outlined in the current Instructor II course

See the following page for the Checklist.

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Checklist for MFRI Instructor II Equivalency Challenge

☐ Send a request via email to the MFRI Planning Section Chief to begin an equivalency challenge for Instructor II. In the email, provide the required documentation as outlined in the Instructor Challenge Procedure, e.g. certificates, transcripts, syllabus, etc.

Note: Once the documentation is deemed as meeting the equivalency requirements, the MFRI Planning Section Chief will notify the MFRI Regional Office. The MFRI Regional Office will establish a course number for the candidate.

All components below must be completed through the MFRI Regional Office or MFRI Headquarters. Assignments and the passing criteria will be in accordance with the current Instructor II Student Manual. All components must be completed within 45 days.

☐ The MFRI Regional office will establish a course number for the candidate.

☐ Successfully complete the Performance Test Items (PTIs). PTIs cannot be Emergency Services based unless otherwise indicated in the PTI document. All components must be the original work of the candidate.

☐ Successfully complete the final oral presentation. Final presentations must be based on the PTIs and cannot be Emergency Services related.

☐ Successfully complete the written exam (70% minimum).

☐ Allow two weeks for the class to be added to your transcript.

☐ Once the equivalency is on your transcript, you are eligible to apply for Pro Board certification through MFSPQB. An application with the appropriate payment and documentation must be sent to the MFSPQB representative.

FOR MICRB

The Instructor II certification or equivalency challenge must be within 5 years of the application date for MICRB certification. If it is between 5 10 years old, it can be used but the candidate must also take 12 hours of Professional Development for Instructors (PDI). If it is over 10 years old, the candidate must follow the process for equivalency or retake and successfully complete the Instructor II course.

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Instructor III Equivalency Challenge

To challenge Instructor II I, the candidate must submit documentation electronically to ids@mfri.org that meets one of the following options:

Option One

A degree in education:  The candidate must provide copies of transcripts.

Option Two

MFSPQB, NPQS, or IFSAC Instructor III certification:  Provide a copy of a MFSPQB, NPQS, or IFSAC certification card or certificate.

The documentation will be reviewed to determine if the candidate meets the educational equivalency challenge. If the course work is approved, the student must successfully complete each of the following components based on current NFPA 1041 Instructor III standards:  All Performance Test Items (PTIs) required in the current Instructor III program 

Written exam(s) minimum score 70%

See the following page for the Checklist.

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Checklist for MFRI Instructor III Equivalency Challenge

☐ Send a request via email to the MFRI Planning Section Chief to begin an equivalency challenge for Instructor III. In the email, provide the required documentation as outlined in the Instructor Challenge Procedure, e.g. certificates, transcripts, syllabus, etc.

Note: Once the documentation is deemed as meeting the equivalency requirements, the MFRI Planning Section Chief will notify the MFRI Regional Office. The MFRI Regional Office will establish a course number for the candidate.

All components below must be completed through the MFRI Regional Office or MFRI Headquarters. Assignments and the passing criteria will be in accordance with the current Instructor III Course Requirements. All components must be completed within 45 days.

☐ The MFRI Regional office will establish a course number for the candidate.

☐ Successfully complete all Performance Test Items (PTIs) required in the current course. PTIs cannot be Emergency Services based unless otherwise indicated in the PTI document. All components must be the original work of the candidate.

☐ Successfully complete the written exam (70% minimum).

☐ Allow two weeks for the class to be added to your transcript.

☐ Once the equivalency is on your transcript, you are eligible to apply for Pro Board certification through MFSPQB. An application with the appropriate payment and documentation must be sent to the MFSPQB representative.

FOR MICRB

The Instructor III certification or equivalency challenge must be within 5 years of the application date for MICRB certification. If it is between 5 10 years old, it can be used but the candidate must also take 12 hours of PDI. If it is over 10 years old, the candidate must follow the process for equivalency or retake and successfully complete the Instructor III course

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POLICIES AND PROCEDURES

Policies and procedures can be found on MFRI’s Instructor Zone and Student Zone. https://zone.mfri.org/izone/ http://mfri.org/students/

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Course Index

EMS 105 Emergency Medical Responder……………………………………………………...... 32

EMS 106 Emergency Medical Technician………………………………………………………. 32

EMS 202 Emergency Medical Technician Skills Refresher……………………………………... 33

EMS 203 Emergency Medical Technician Refresher 33

EMS 204 Emergency Medical Technician Continuing Education Online 33

EMS 207 Emergency Medical Responder Refresher……………………………………………. 32

EMS 226 Basic Disaster Life Support Version 3.x BDLS (NDLS)……………………………. 31

EMS 243 Advanced Life Support Skills for Instructors…………………………………………. 30

EMS 307 ALS National Continued Competency Requirements Refresher (NCCR)……………. 31

EMS 308 Tactical Emergency Casualty Care 2nd Edition TECC (NAEMT) 36

EMS 313 Advanced Medical Life Support 3rd Edition AMLS (NAEMT) 30

EMS 316 Geriatric Education for Emergency Medical Services (NAEMT)……………………. 34

EMS 319 Prehospital Trauma Life Support 9th Edition PHTLS (NAEMT)…………………... 36

EMS 321 Advanced Disaster Life Support Version 3.0 ADLS (NDLS)………………………. 29

EMS 325 Advanced Cardiac Life Support (2020) Provider Course ACLS (PALS) 29

EMS 333 Emergency Pediatric Care EPC (NAEMT) 34

EMS 334 Pediatric Advanced Life Support (2020) Provider Course PALS (AHA)…………... 35

EMS 335 Maryland Rescue Task Force for EMS……………………………………………….. 35

FIRE 098 Personal Protective Equipment and SCBA…………………………………………… 44

FIRE 101 Firefighter I…………………………………………………………………………… 42

FIRE 111 Public Fire and Life Safety Educator 44

FIRE 112 Fire Police Orientation 42

FIRE 113 Pumping Apparatus Driver/Operator…………………………………………………. 44

FIRE 114 Aerial Apparatus Driver/Operator…………………………………………………….. 39

FIRE 122 Arson Detection for First Responders (NFA)………………………………………… 69

FIRE 124 Strategy and Tactics for Initial Company Operations (NFA) 70

FIRE 130 Emergency Vehicle Operator 41

FIRE 131 Emergency Vehicle Operator Refresher……………………………………………… 41

FIRE 132 Traffic Incident Management Abridged Version (NFA)……………………………. 70

FIRE 133 Preparation for Initial Company Operations (NFA)………………………………….. 69

FIRE 134 Fire Investigator………………………………………………………………………. 42

FIRE 137 Decision Making for Initial Company Operations (NFA) 69

FIRE 138 Youth Firesetter Intervention Specialist (NFA) 70

FIRE 139 Courage To Be Safe (NFFF)………………………………………………………….. 40

FIRE 149 Courage To Be Safe Online Version (NFFF)……………………………………….. 40

FIRE 201 Firefighter II…………………………………………………………………………... 43

FIRE 202 Truck Company Fireground Operations 45

FIRE 203 Marine Firefighting for Land Based Firefighters 43

FIRE 206 Firefighter Survival and Rescue………………………………………………………. 43

FIRE 207 Engine Company Fireground Operations……………………………………………... 41

FIRE 209 Youth Firesetter Program Manager (NFA)…………………………………………… 71

FIRE 230 Aircraft Rescue Firefighter…………………………………………………………… 39

FIRE 232 Aircraft Rescue Firefighting Driver/Operator 39

FIRS 160 Introduction to National Fire Incident Reporting System 5.0 (NFA) 71

FIRS 239 Emerging Uses for GIS in the Fire Service…………………………………………… 71

HM 102 Hazardous Materials Operations……………………………………………………… 48

HM 103 Hazardous Materials Awareness……………………………………………………… 48

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HM 112 Hazardous Materials Operations Extended Version…………………………………... 49

HM 201 Hazardous Materials Technician……………………………………………………… 49

HM 221 Hazardous Materials Incident Commander…………………………………………… 48

MGMT 110 Instructor I 58

MGMT 121 Introduction to Unified Command for All Hazard Incidents (NFA) 78

MGMT 125 Health and Safety Officer (NFA)……………………………………………………... 77

MGMT 129 Incident Safety Officer (NFA)………………………………………………………... 78

MGMT 138 Shaping the Future (NFA)…………………………………………………………….. 82

MGMT 140 Incident Command for High Rise Operations (NFA) 77

MGMT 141 Incident Command for Structural Collapse Incidents (NFA) 78

MGMT 150 Emergency Response to Terrorism for Supervisors (NFA)…………………………... 74

MGMT 152 Department Wellness Program (NFA)………………………………………………... 73

MGMT 153 Fire Service Safety Culture: Who Protects Firefighters from Firefighters (NFA)……. 76

MGMT 154 Emergency Medical Services: Functions in the Incident Command System (NFA)…. 74

MGMT 156 Incident Command System and Resource Management for the Fire Service (NFA) 78

MGMT 157 Emergency Medical Services Quality Management (NFA) 74

MGMT 158 Stress First Aid (SFA) for Fire and Emergency Services Personnel (NFFF)……………….................................................................................................... 60

MGMT 159 Stress First Aid (SFA) for Fire and Emergency Services Personnel Online Version (NFFF) 59

MGMT 160 Curbside Manner: Stress First Aid for the Street Online Version (NFFF) 53

MGMT 162 Station Based Risk Reduction (NFA)………………………………………………… 82

MGMT 163 Demonstrating Your Fire Prevention Program's Worth (NFA)………………………. 73

MGMT 164 Managing Effective Fire Prevention Programs (NFA)……………………………….. 80

MGMT 201 Fire Officer I…………………………………………………………………………... 56

MGMT 202 Fire Officer II 57

MGMT 203 Emergency Medical Services Officer I 54

MGMT 204 Fire Inspector I………………………………………………………………………... 55

MGMT 205 Fire Inspector II……………………………………………………………………….. 56

MGMT 206 Fire Department Equal Opportunity Officer I………………………………………… 54

MGMT 207 Fire Department Equal Opportunity Officer II 55

MGMT 208 Fire Inspection Principles I (NFA) 76

MGMT 209 After Action Review Online Version (NFFF)………………………………………. 52

MGMT 215 Conducting Safe Live Fire Training Exercise………………………………………… 53

MGMT 216 Fire Department Health and Safety Officer…………………………………………... 55

MGMT 217 Fire Department Incident Safety Officer……………………………………………… 55

MGMT 218 Emergency Medical Services Officer II 54

MGMT 219 Creating Change in the Fire Service Online Version (NFFF) 53

MGMT 220 Instructor II……………………………………………………………………………. 58

MGMT 225 Volunteer Company Leadership and Administration…………………………………. 61

MGMT 230 Executive Skills Series: Exercising Leadership to Facilitate Adaptive Change (NFA) 75

MGMT 231 Company Officer’s Health and Safety Responsibilities Online Version (NFFF) 52

MGMT 232 Communication and Mentoring for Company Officers Online Version (NFFF) 52

MGMT 233 Emergency Medical Services Quality Management (NFA)………………………….. 73

MGMT 235 Conducting Local Risk Reduction by Company Officers (NFA)…………………….. 72

MGMT 236 Executive Skills Series: Exercising Leadership Through Difficult Conversations (NFA)…………………………………………………………………………………. 75

MGMT 241 Leadership in Supervision: Creating Environments for Professional Growth (NFA)... 79

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MGMT 242 Leadership in Supervision: Perspectives in Thinking (NFA)………………………… 79

MGMT 243 Leadership in Supervision: Frameworks to Success (NFA)………………………….. 79

MGMT 257 New Fire Chief I: Challenging Issues (NFA)………………………………………… 80

MGMT 258 New Fire Chief II: Administrative Issues (NFA) 80

MGMT 259 New Fire Chief III: Contemporary Issues (NFA) 80

MGMT 263 NIMS ICS 300: Intermediate ICS for Expanding Incidents for Operational First Responders (NFA)……………………………………………………………………. 81

MGMT 264 NIMS ICS 400: Advanced ICS for Command and General Staff, Complex Incident and MACs for Operations First Responders (NFA) 81

MGMT 266 Plans Examiner I/II 59

MGMT 267 Residential Sprinkler Plan Review (NFA)……………………………………………. 82

MGMT 296 Executive Skills Series: Exercising Leadership Within Communities (NFA)………... 76

MGMT 297 Politics and the White Helmet (NFA)………………………………………………… 81

MGMT 298 Executive Skills Series: Exercising Leadership Ethically (NFA)…………………….. 75

MGMT 299 Health and Safety Program Manager (NFA) 77

MGMT 301 Fire Officer III 57

MGMT 302 Fire Inspector III………………………………………………………………………. 56

MGMT 303 Command and Control of Wildland Urban Interface Fire Operations for the Structural Chief Officer (NFA)……………………………………………………….. 72

MGMT 304 Instructor III………………………………………………………………………….... 58

MGMT 305 Leadership So Everyone Goes Home (NFFF)………………………………………………………………………………… 59

MGMT 306 Taking Care of Our Own (NFFF)…………………………………………………….. 60

MGMT 307 Taking Care of Our Own Online Version (NFFF)………………………………….. 60

MGMT 308 Leadership Strategies for Community Risk Reduction (NFA)……………………….. 79

MGMT 401 Fire Officer IV 57

MGMT 402 Command and General Staff Functions for Local Incident Management Teams (NFA)…………………………………………………………………………………. 72

MGTS 151 Training Operations in Small Departments (NFA)…………………………………… 86

MGTS 171 Methods of Enhancing Safety Education (NFA)……………………………………... 85

MGTS 172 Campus Fire and Life Safety I: Risk Assessment (NFA) 83

MGTS 173 Campus Fire and Life Safety II: Public Education (NFA) 83

MGTS 174 Campus Fire and Life Safety III: Codes and Systems (NFA)………………………… 84

MGTS 179 Best Practices in Community Risk Reduction (NFA)………………………………… 83

MGTS 180 Initial Fire Investigator for Fire Responders (NFA)………………………………….. 84

MGTS 181 Building Organizational Support for Community Risk Reduction (NFA)………….. 83

MGTS 233 Community Risk Issues and Prevention Strategies (NFA) 84

MGTS 260 National Incident Reporting System Program Management (NFA) 85

MGTS 264 Strategic and Tactical Concerns for Fire Protection Systems (NFA)………………… 85

MGTS 295 Wildlife Urban Interface Firefighting for the Structural Company Officer (NFA)….. 86

MGTS 308 Emergency Resource Deployment Planning SOC (NFA)…………………………... 84

RES 101 Rescue Technician: Site Operations 64

RES 202 Rescue Technician: Confined Space Rescue 64

RES 205 Rescue Technician: Rope Rescue…………………………………………………….. 65

RES 206 Rescue Technician: Trench Rescue Operations………………………………………. 65

RES 209 Rescue Technician: Structural Collapse………………………………………………. 64

RES 210 Rescue Technician: Vehicle and Machinery Extrication……………………………... 66

RES 213 Rescue Technician: Swiftwater Rescue 65

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Course Revisions

The following courses are under revision or will be undergoing revision prior to the next printed catalog. As a result of the revision process, prerequisites, course requirements and/or hours may change. In addition, new programs may be added. Please refer to the website for the most up to date information.

Emergency Medical Services

Emergency Medical Officer II

Emergency Medical Technical Skills Refresher

Fire

Conducting Save Life Fire Training

*Fire Department Health and Safety Officer

*Fire Department Incident Safety Officer

Hazardous Materials

Hazardous Materials Awareness

Hazardous Materials Operations

Hazardous Materials Operations Extended

Hazardous Materials Technician

Hazardous Materials Incident Commander

Rescue

* Rescue Technician: Confined Space Rescue

* Rescue Technician: Structural Collapse

* Rescue Technician: Swiftwater Rescue

* Rescue Technician: Technical Rope Rescue

* Rescue Technician: Trench Rescue

* Rescue Technician: Vehicle Extrication, Common Passenger Vehicle (formerly Vehicle and Machinery Extrication)

*Currently in the revision process

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2022 2023 COURSE OFFERINGS

EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICES

The following list of course offerings is accurate as of July 1, 2022. Existing courses are revised and new courses are developed throughout the academic year, so please reference the MFRI website, mfri.org, for the most current list of available classes, course lengths, and prerequisites.

ADVANCED CARDIAC LIFE SUPPORT (2020) PROVIDER COURSE ACLS (PALS)

Course Code: EMS 325

Course Length: 12 Hours

Prerequisite(s): Students must be a current, licensed Maryland advanced life support provider.

Course Description: This course is designed for healthcare professionals who either direct or participate in the management of cardiopulmonary arrest and other cardiovascular emergencies, including personnel in emergency response, emergency medicine, intensive care, and critical care units. This is an instructorled classroom course that highlights the importance of team dynamics and communication, systems of care, and immediate post cardiac arrest care. It also covers airway management and related pharmacology. In this course, skills are taught in large group sessions and in small group testing and learning stations where case based scenarios are presented.

Continuing Education: The continuing education hours are approved by the Maryland Institute for Emergency Medical Services Systems (MIEMSS) and are recognized by the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians (NREMT).

ADVANCED DISASTER LIFE SUPPORT VERSION 3.0 ADLS (NDLS)

Course Code: EMS 321

Course Length: 15 Hours

Prerequisite(s): EMS 226: Basic Disaster Life Support

Course Description: Core elements of the course include disasters and public health emergencies; triage in disasters and public health emergencies; health system surge capacity for disasters and public health emergencies; community health emergency operations and response; and legal and ethical issues in disasters. Essential training components include population scenarios discussion; mass casualty triage tabletop and situational training exercises; surge tabletop scenario for a health care facility; personal protective equipment skills performance and decontamination video review; casualty management in small groups with simulated scenarios; and emergency operations center situational training exercise.

Continuing Education: The continuing education hours are approved by the Maryland Institute for Emergency Medical Services Systems (MIEMSS) and the Continuing Education Coordinating Board for Emergency Medical Services (CECBEMS) and are recognized by the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians (NREMT).

MIEMMS Website https://www.miemss.org/home/ CECBEMS/ CAPCE Website https://www.cecbems.org/ NREMT https://www.nremt.org/

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ADVANCED LIFE SUPPORT SKILLS FOR INSTRUCTORS

Course Code: EMS 243

Course Length: 12 Hours

Prerequisite(s): Students must be a current, licensed Maryland advanced life support clinician who has successfully completed MFRI Instructor I and Instructor II courses. Preference is given to students who already are EMS instructors for MFRI. To register, students must first contact the ALS Coordinator for approval at als@mfri.org

Course Description: This course, facilitated by the ALS Coordinator, MFRI Medical Director, and senior ALS instructors, evaluates ALS instructor candidates’ didactic, practical, and pedagogical knowledge related to their ability to teach ALS students. The course includes demonstration of small group facilitation methods for ALS courses taught by MFRI. Students will be evaluated on their ability to teach two random ALS skills (unannounced before the class) as well as present a lecture based lesson on an ALS topic of their choice. Methods of instruction include lecture, discussion, hands on skill demonstrations, and team focused practical exercises.

Continuing Education: This course is not eligible for continuing education credit.

ADVANCED MEDICAL LIFE SUPPORT 3rd EDITION - AMLS (NAEMT)

Course Code: EMS 313

Course Length: 16 Hours

Prerequisite(s): Students must be a current, licensed Maryland advanced life support provider.

Course Description: This course addresses the most common medical complaints and offers a pragmatic method of patient assessment and management utilizing scene size-up, history, and physical examination to systematically rule out or support possibilities and probabilities in the medical patient. Major topics covered in the course are assessment of the medical patient; airway management, ventilation and oxygen therapy; hypoperfusion; dyspnea; chest pain; altered mental status; seizure and seizure disorders; acute abdominal pain; and gastrointestinal bleeding. Methods of instruction include lecture, discussion, and team focused practical exercises.

Continuing Education: The continuing education hours are approved by the Maryland Institute for Emergency Medical Services Systems (MIEMSS), and the Continuing Education Coordinating Board for Emergency Medical Services (CECBEMS), and are recognized by the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians (NREMT).

MIEMMS Website https://www.miemss.org/home/ CECBEMS/ CAPCE Website https://www.cecbems.org/ NREMT https://www.nremt.org/

ALS NATIONAL CONTINUED COMPETENCY REQUIREMENTS REFRESHER (NCCR)

Course Code: EMS 307

Course Length: 30 Hours

Prerequisite(s): Students must be a current, licensed Maryland advanced life support clinician.

Course Description: Major topics covered in this course include airway management, cardiovascular emergencies, medical emergencies, trauma emergencies, special patient populations, and operations. Methods of instruction include facilitated lecture, interactive learning cases, and interactive learning sessions.

Continuing Education: In July 2017, the state of Maryland adopted the National Continued Competency Program (NCCP). The NCCP model divides training requirements into three areas: the National Continued Competency Requirements (NCCR), the Local Continued Competency Requirements (LCCR), and the Individual Continued Competency Requirements (ICCR). Each applicant recertifying his or her National Registry Paramedic certification will need the following:

• NCCR 30 hours (fully provided by this course)

• LCCR 15 hours (content as directed by MIEMSS clinician does on their own)

• ICCR 15 hours (per NR guidelines clinician does on their own)

The continuing education hours are approved by the Maryland Institute for Emergency Medical Services Systems (MIEMSS) and are recognized by the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians (NREMT).

BASIC DISASTER LIFE SUPPORT VERSION 3.X BDLS (NDLS)

Course Code: EMS 226

Course Length: 7.5 Hours

Prerequisite(s): Students must be a current, certified or licensed emergency medical services clinician, health care professional, public health professional or law enforcement officer.

Course Description: This course introduces concepts and principles to prepare health professionals for the management of injuries and illnesses caused by disasters and public health emergencies. The primary focus of the BDLS course is incorporation of an “all hazards” approach to mass casualty management and population based care across a broad range of disasters. The course is designed to engage participants through interactive scenarios and group discussion. The overarching aim of the BDLS course is to teach a common lexicon, vocabulary, and knowledge base for the clinical and public health management of all ages and populations affected by disasters and public health emergencies, through a standardized curriculum that is practical and relevant for all health professionals.

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MIEMMS Website https://www.miemss.org/home/ CECBEMS/ CAPCE Website https://www.cecbems.org/ NREMT https://www.nremt.org/

Continuing Education: The continuing education hours are approved by the Maryland Institute for Emergency Medical Services Systems (MIEMSS) and the Continuing Education Coordinating Board for Emergency Medical Services (CECBEMS) and are recognized by the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians (NREMT).

EMERGENCY MEDICAL RESPONDER

Course Code: EMS 105

Course Length: 72 Hours

Prerequisite(s): There are no prerequisites for this course.

Course Description: Major topics covered in this course are an introduction to the EMS system; legal aspects of care, equipment, tools, and supplies; general anatomy and patient assessment; respiratory system, resuscitation, and CPR; aids to resuscitation and oxygen administration; management of bleeding, shock, and soft tissue injuries; management of fractures and spinal injuries; environmental emergencies and care of burns; care of special patients, including obstetric, pediatric, and elderly; and special incidents including triage, water accidents, and gaining access to and moving patients. Methods of instruction include lecture, online activities, discussion, and team-focused practical exercises.

EMERGENCY MEDICAL RESPONDER REFRESHER

Course Code: EMS 207

Course Length: 15 Hours

Prerequisite(s): Students must be a current, licensed Maryland Emergency Medical Responder.

Course Description: Major topics covered in this course include review of legal aspects of care, patient assessment, and vital signs; respiratory and circulatory systems; CPR and airway obstruction techniques; oxygen delivery and adjuncts; suctioning wounds; bleeding control and shock; fractures; spinal injuries; medical and environmental emergencies; childbirth; special patients; crisis intervention; triage; and gaining access to and moving patients. Methods of instruction include lecture, discussion, and team focused practical exercises.

Continuing Education: This course provides the 15 hours of continuing education required for Emergency Medical Responder recertification.

EMERGENCY MEDICAL TECHNICIAN

Course Code: EMS 106

Course Length: 207 Hours

Prerequisite(s): There are no prerequisites for this course.

Course Description: Major topics covered in this course include legal aspects of emergency care; infection control; patient assessment; the respiratory system; oxygen adjuncts and delivery; CPR; AED;

Course Offerings Emergency Medical Services

bleeding control and management of soft tissue injuries; musculoskeletal injuries and management; spinal immobilization; pediatric and obstetric emergencies; crisis intervention; multiple casualty and triage management; ambulance operations; and EMS systems. Methods of instruction include lecture, classroom and online activities, discussion, and team focused practical scenarios.

EMERGENCY MEDICAL TECHNICIAN CONTINUING EDUCATION ONLINE

Course Code: EMS 204

Course Length: 12 Hours

Prerequisite(s): Students must be a current, licensed Maryland Emergency Medical Technician.

Course Description: Major topics covered in the course are derived from the Maryland Medical Protocols for EMS providers. This online, self paced course provides 12 hours of continuing education in medical assessment and trauma care.

Continuing Education: In order to complete the Maryland requirements for recertification as an EMT, the student must also register for and successfully complete a 12 hour practical skills program (EMS 202) in addition to this online course. This course cannot be used for reciprocity.

EMERGENCY MEDICAL TECHNICIAN REFRESHER

Course Code: EMS 203

Course Length: 24 Hours

Prerequisite(s): Students must be a current, licensed Maryland Emergency Medical Technician.

Course Description: Major topics covered in the course are Maryland Medical Protocols for EMS providers; preparatory, airway, patient assessment, medical and behavioral situations; trauma situations; and emergency obstetrics, childbirth, infants, and children. Methods of instruction include lecture, discussion, and team focused practical exercises.

Continuing Education: This course provides the 24 hours of continuing education requirement for Emergency Medical Technician certification.

EMERGENCY MEDICAL TECHNICIAN SKILLS REFRESHER

Course Code: EMS 202

Course Length: 12 Hours

MIEMMS Website https://www.miemss.org/home/ CECBEMS/ CAPCE Website https://www.cecbems.org/ NREMT https://www.nremt.org/

Prerequisite(s): Students must be a current, licensed Maryland Emergency Medical Technician.

Course Description: Major topics covered in this course include infection control; patient assessment; oxygen adjuncts and delivery; CPR; AED; bleeding control and management of soft tissue injuries, musculoskeletal injuries, and spinal immobilization. Methods of instruction include discussion and team focused practical exercises.

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Continuing Education: In order to complete the requirements for recertification as an EMT, students must complete an additional 12 hours of continuing education. This may be acquired through completion of EMS 204, seminars, or other methods approved by MIEMSS.

EMERGENCY PEDIATRIC CARE EPC (NAEMT)

Course Code: EMS 333

Course Length: 16 Hours

Prerequisite(s): Students must be a current, licensed Maryland basic or advanced life support provider.

Course Description: This course provides an in depth understanding of the pathophysiology of the most common pediatric emergency issues, and stresses critical thinking skills to help practitioners make the best decisions for their patients. Major topics covered in this course include understanding kids; airway, breathing and oxygenation; cardiac emergencies; child abuse and neglect; common medical emergencies; the importance of family; hypoperfusion and shock; newborn resuscitation; pediatric trauma; and special health care needs. Methods of instruction include lecture, discussion, and team focused practical exercises.

Continuing Education: The continuing education hours are approved by the Maryland Institute for Emergency Medical Services Systems (MIEMSS), and are recognized by the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians (NREMT).

GERIATRIC EDUCATION FOR EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICES (NAEMT)

Course Code: EMS 316

Course Length: 8 Hours

Prerequisite(s): Students must be a current, licensed Maryland basic or advanced life support provider.

MIEMMS Website https://www.miemss.org/home/ CECBEMS/ CAPCE Website https://www.cecbems.org/ NREMT https://www.nremt.org/

Course Description: Major topics covered in the course include aging; changes with age; communicating with older people and their caregivers; assessment of the older patient; end of life care issues; trauma, musculoskeletal disorders and falls; immobilization; neurological emergencies and altered mental status; respiratory and cardiovascular emergencies; elder abuse and neglect; pharmacology and medication toxicity; psychiatric emergencies; and intravenous therapy. Methods of instruction include lecture, discussion, and team based practical exercises.

Continuing Education: The continuing education hours are approved by the Maryland Institute for Emergency Medical Services Systems (MIEMSS), and the Continuing Education Coordinating Board for Emergency Medical Services (CECBEMS), and are recognized by the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians (NREMT).

MARYLAND RESCUE TASK FORCE FOR EMS

Course Code: EMS 335

Course Length: 8 Hours

Prerequisite(s): Students must be a current, licensed Maryland basic or advanced life support clinician.

Course Description: This course covers material specific to EMS in Maryland in a rescue task force situation, including both the protocols and resources available in the state. This course covers topics designed to decrease preventable death in the rescue task force situations. Major topics covered include hemorrhage control; strategies for treating wounded responders in threatening environments; lifesaving BLS and ALS skills; and techniques for dragging and carrying victims to safety. Methods of instruction include lecture, discussion, hands-on skill demonstrations, and team-focused practical exercises.

Continuing Education: The continuing education hours are approved by the Maryland Institute for Emergency Medical Services Systems (MIEMSS) and are recognized by the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians (NREMT).

PEDIATRIC ADVANCED LIFE SUPPORT (2020) PROVIDER COURSE PALS (AHA)

Course Code: EMS 334

Course Length: 12 Hours

Prerequisite(s): Students must be a current, licensed Maryland advanced life support clinician.

Course Description: The primary goal of PALS is to recognize life threatening pediatric emergencies and provide prompt assessment and treatment during the initial minutes of the emergency. Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) provides a systematic method for recognition, assessment and treatment of pediatric emergencies. The PALS course includes a review of basic and advanced treatment for cardiac, respiratory, and shock emergencies. In this course, skills are taught in large group sessions and in small group testing and learning stations where case based scenarios are presented.

MIEMMS Website https://www.miemss.org/home/ CECBEMS/ CAPCE Website https://www.cecbems.org/ NREMT https://www.nremt.org/

Continuing Education: The continuing education hours are approved by the Maryland Institute for Emergency Medical Services Systems (MIEMSS) and are recognized by the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians (NREMT).

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PREHOSPITAL TRAUMA LIFE SUPPORT 9th EDITION PHTLS (NAEMT)

Course Code: EMS 319

Course Length: 16 Hours

Prerequisite(s): Students must be a current, licensed Maryland basic or advanced life support provider.

Course Description: This course provides a prehospital trauma care philosophy, stressing the need to treat the multi-system trauma patient as a unique entity with specific needs that requires an approach to treatment that varies from traditional treatment modalities. Methods of instruction include lecture, discussion, and team focused practical exercises.

Continuing Education: The continuing education hours are approved by the Maryland Institute for Emergency Medical Services Systems (MIEMSS), and the Continuing Education Coordinating Board for Emergency Medical Services (CECBEMS), and are recognized by the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians (NREMT).

TACTICAL EMERGENCY CASUALTY CARE 2ND EDITION - TECC (NAEMT)

Course Code: EMS 308

Course Length: 16 Hours

Prerequisite(s): Students must be a current, licensed Maryland basic or advanced life support provider.

Course Description: This course covers topics designed to decrease preventable death in the tactical situation. Major topics covered include hemorrhage control; surgical airway control and needle decompression; strategies for treating wounded responders in threatening environments; caring for pediatric patients; and techniques for dragging and carrying victims to safety. Methods of instruction include lecture, discussion, and team focused practical exercises.

Continuing Education: The continuing education hours are approved by the Maryland Institute for Emergency Medical Services Systems (MIEMSS), and the Continuing Education Coordinating Board for Emergency Medical Services (CECBEMS), and are recognized by the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians (NREMT).

2022 – 2023 COURSE OFFERINGS

FIRE

The following list of course offerings is accurate as of July 1, 2022. Existing courses are revised and new courses are developed throughout the academic year, so please reference the MFRI website, mfri.org, for the most current list of available classes, course lengths, and prerequisites.

Fire

AERIAL APPARATUS DRIVER/OPERATOR

Course Code: FIRE 114

Course Length: 27 Hours

Prerequisite(s): MFRI Firefighter I (FIRE 101) or MFSPQB, NBFSPQ, or IFSAC Firefighter I certification

Course Description: Major topics covered in this course are truck company operations; tool requirements; terminology; techniques of spotting; stabilizing; working angles; loading; extreme operating conditions; raising and lowering; controls and valves; hydraulic systems; water tower operations; standpipe operations; ladders; safety rules; maintenance; and testing. Methods of instruction include lecture, discussion, and team focused practical exercises.

AIRCRAFT RESCUE FIREFIGHTER REQUIRES MEDICAL CLEARANCE

Course Code: FIRE 230

Course Length: 51 Hours

Prerequisite(s): MFRI Firefighter II or MFSPQB, NBFSPQ, or IFSAC certification as a Firefighter II

Course Description: Major topics covered in this course are airport familiarization; aircraft familiarization; military aircraft; ARFF tactics and strategies; ARFF communications; ARFF agents and application methods; ARFF ladders; forcible entry; ventilation; salvage and overhaul; aircraft dangers; hazmat and PPE; ARFF IMS; planning; and mass casualty. Methods of instruction include lecture, discussion, and team focused practical exercises.

AIRCRAFT RESCUE FIREFIGHTING DRIVER/OPERATOR

Course Code: FIRE 232

Course Length: 30 Hours

Prerequisite(s): MFRI Aircraft Rescue Firefighter (FIRE 230) or MFSPQB, NBFSPQ, or IFSAC certification as an Aircraft Rescue Firefighter

Course Description: Major topics covered in the course are ARFF apparatus; fluid movement; fire pump operations; duties and responsibilities of the pump operator; response routes; vehicle safety; daily operator checks; airport signage; safe driving procedures; vehicle safety inspections; vehicle systems; and daytime and nighttime operations. Methods of instruction include lecture, discussion, and team focused practical exercises.

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COURAGE TO BE SAFE ONLINE VERSION (NFFF)

Course Code: FIRE 149

Course Length: 1 Hour

Prerequisite(s): There are no prerequisites for this course.

Course Description: This course is a provocative and moving presentation by the National Fallen Firefighters Foundation, through the Everyone Goes Home® Program, that is designed to change the culture of accepting the loss of firefighters as a normal occurrence.

Building on the untold story of line of duty death survivors, it reveals how family members must live with the consequences of a firefighter death. This presentation focuses on the need for firefighters and officers to change fundamental attitudes and behaviors in order to prevent line of duty deaths. The central theme promotes having the courage to do the right thing in order to protect oneself and other firefighters and ensure that "everyone goes home" at the end of the day.

Firefighters must have the courage to face a multitude of risks in order to save lives and protect their communities. Their courage allows them to willingly risk their own lives so that others can be saved. A different type of courage is required to stay safe in potentially dangerous situations, avoiding needless risks and tragic consequences.

COURAGE TO BE SAFE (NFFF)

Course Code: FIRE 139

Course Length: 4 Hours

Prerequisite(s): There are no prerequisites for this course.

Course Description: This course is a provocative and moving presentation by the National Fallen Firefighters Foundation, through the Everyone Goes Home® Program, that is designed to change the culture of accepting the loss of firefighters as a normal occurrence.

Building on the untold story of line of duty death survivors, it reveals how family members must live with the consequences of a firefighter death. This presentation focuses on the need for firefighters and officers to change fundamental attitudes and behaviors in order to prevent line of duty deaths. The central theme promotes having the courage to do the right thing in order to protect oneself and other firefighters and ensure that "everyone goes home" at the end of the day.

Firefighters must have the courage to face a multitude of risks in order to save lives and protect their communities. Their courage allows them to willingly risk their own lives so that others can be saved. A different type of courage is required to stay safe in potentially dangerous situations, avoiding needless risks and tragic consequences.

EMERGENCY VEHICLE OPERATOR

Course Code: FIRE 130

Course Length: 21 Hours

Prerequisite(s): Students must have a valid Maryland driver’s license or equivalent and a letter from the chief of the department giving the student permission to drive the department’s apparatus.

Course Description: Major topics covered in this course are safe driving and collision avoidance; Maryland motor vehicle statutes; route selection and communications; vehicle inspection and driving preparation; physical forces affecting driving; lights and sirens; basic control tasks; urban driving; negotiating intersections and turnarounds; following and passing vehicles; high-speed driving; dealing with adverse conditions and contingencies; and emergency parking. Methods of instruction include lecture, discussion, and practical skills exercises.

EMERGENCY VEHICLE OPERATOR REFRESHER

Course Code: FIRE 131

Course Length: 12 Hours

Prerequisite(s): MFRI Emergency Vehicle Operator (FIRE 130), a valid Maryland driver’s license or equivalent, and a letter from the chief of the department giving the student permission to drive the department’s apparatus.

Course Description: Major topics covered in this course are safe driving and collision avoidance; Maryland motor vehicle statutes; route selection and communications; vehicle inspection and driving preparation; physical forces affecting driving; lights and sirens; basic control tasks; urban driving; negotiating intersections and turnarounds; following and passing vehicles; high speed driving; dealing with adverse conditions and contingencies; and emergency parking. Methods of instruction include lecture, discussion, and practical skills exercises.

ENGINE COMPANY FIREGROUND OPERATIONS

Course Code: FIRE 207

Course Length: 24 Hours

Prerequisite(s): MFRI Basic Fire, Essentials of Firefighting IV, Firefighter I (FIRE 101), or equivalent

Course Description: Major topics covered in this course are functions and responsibilities of the engine company; construction and operation of nozzles; positioning and utilizing the engine; utilizing hydrants; the pitot gauge and foam; size up; emergency response considerations; initial fireground operation; and selecting and placing attack and supply lines. Methods of instruction include lecture, discussion, and team focused practical exercises.

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FIRE INVESTIGATOR

Course Code: FIRE 134

Course Length: 60 Hours

Prerequisite(s): There are no prerequisites for this course. It is recommended that students be active members of a fire investigation unit.

Course Description: Major topics covered in this course include determining the point of origin; burn patterns; evidence collection and analysis; interviewing techniques; and court procedure and testifying. Methods of instruction include lecture, discussion, team based practical exercises, and a mock trial exercise.

FIRE POLICE ORIENTATION

Course Code: FIRE 112

Course Length: 9 Hours

Prerequisite(s): There are no prerequisites for this course.

Course Description: Major topics covered in this course include personal conduct and professional duties; traffic control; road flare and traffic cone placement; crowd control; hazardous materials laws, regulation, and standards; use of the Emergency Response Guidebook; and helicopter operations. Methods of instruction include lecture, discussion and team focused practical exercises.

FIREFIGHTER I REQUIRES MEDICAL CLEARANCE

Course Code: FIRE 101

Course Length: 135 Hours

Prerequisite(s): There are no prerequisites for this course.

Course Description: Major topics covered in this course are the fire department organization: communications: the incident command system; ropes and knots; fire behavior; safety; fire prevention; personal protective equipment; fire extinguishers; respiratory protection; ventilation; hoselines; forcible entry; search and rescue procedures; and ladder and sprinkler systems. Methods of instruction include lecture, discussion, and team focused practical exercises.

FIREFIGHTER II REQUIRES MEDICAL CLEARANCE

Course Code: FIRE 201

Course Length: 66 Hours

Prerequisite(s): MFRI Firefighter I (FIRE 101) or MFSPQB, NBFSPQ, or IFSAC Firefighter I certification. A minimum of one year of experience as a Firefighter I is suggested before enrolling.

Course Description: Major topics covered in this course are incident command; building construction; ventilation; water distribution; hose streams; fixed fire protection systems; fire prevention; inspection preplanning; ladders; and rescue procedures.

FIREFIGHTER SURVIVAL AND RESCUE REQUIRES MEDICAL CLEARANCE

Course Code: FIRE 206

Course Length: 18 Hours

Prerequisite(s): MFRI Firefighter I (FIRE 101) or MFSPQB, NBFSPQ, or IFSAC Firefighter I certification

Course Description: Major topics covered in this course include firefighter safety, regulations and standards; survival and rescue mindset; rapid intervention teams; 2 in/2 out; drags and carries; ladder usage; self rescue; wall breach; disentanglement; and large area search. Methods of instruction include lecture, discussion, and team focused practical exercises.

MARINE FIREFIGHTING FOR LAND BASED FIREFIGHTERS REQUIRES MEDICAL CLEARANCE

Course Code: FIRE 203

Course Length: 60 Hours

Prerequisite(s): MFRI Firefighter II (FIRE 201) or MFSPQB, NBFSPQ, or IFSAC Firefighter II certification. Recommended prerequisites: HazMat and Confined Spaces education and/or experience.

Course Description: Major topics covered in the course are case studies and histories to introduce shipboard firefighting and characteristics of shipboard incidents; shipboard firefighting environment, port environment, terminal facility environment and actions to protect the environment; fire department role, firefighter safety and survival; vessel types and crews; vessel construction and systems; access and egress to ship structures and compartments; vessel fire control plan; size up; tactics; water survival; communications; incident command system; hazardous materials; ship tours; live fire practical drills; organizational resources; pre incident survey; ship stability; strategy for the marine environment; and the role of the U. S. Coast Guard.

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PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT AND SCBA REQUIRES MEDICAL CLEARANCE

Course Code: FIRE 098

Course Length: 12 Hours

Prerequisite(s): There are no prerequisites for this course.

Course Description: Major topics covered in this course include personal protective equipment, respiratory protection, and self contained breathing apparatus. Methods of instruction include lecture, discussion, and practical exercises.

PUBLIC FIRE AND LIFE SAFETY EDUCATOR

Course Code: FIRE 111

Course Length: 24 Hours

Prerequisite(s): There are no prerequisites for this course.

Course Description: Major topics covered in this course include evaluation and certification requirements; terms and concepts of learning; motivation and learning; introduction to fire dynamics; fire protection systems; instructional methods; matching instructional methods and educational objectives; presentation methods and preparation; categories of instructional materials, educational materials and learning styles; media and communications; and preparation and delivery. Methods of instruction include lecture, discussion, learner presentations, and small group learning activities.

PUMPING APPARATUS DRIVER/OPERATOR

Course Code: FIRE 113

Course Length: 39 Hours

Prerequisite(s): There are no prerequisites for this course. MFRI Firefighter I (FIRE 101) or MFSPQB, NBFSPQ, or IFSAC Firefighter I certification is strongly encouraged.

Course Description: Major topics covered in this course are basic terminology; water supply; water pressure and gauges; hydraulics; positive displacement props; centrifugal pumps; pump power supply systems; relief valves; pressure governors; primers; water sources; and maintenance. Methods of instruction include lecture, discussion, and team focused practical exercises.

TRUCK COMPANY FIREGROUND OPERATIONS

Course Code: FIRE 202

Course Length: 24 Hours

Prerequisite(s): MFRI Basic Fire, Essentials of Firefighting IV, Firefighter I (FIRE 101), or equivalent

Course Description: Major topics covered in this course are the function and responsibilities of the truck company; forced entry; ground ladder use; techniques and procedures for locating victims; techniques for removal of smoke and gases; salvage operations; checking for fire extension; procedures for overhauling; building construction; utility control; and electrical and lighting the fireground. Methods of instruction include lecture, discussion, and team focused practical exercises.

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2022 2023 COURSE OFFERINGS

HAZARDOUS MATERIALS

The following list of course offerings is accurate as of July 1, 2022. Existing courses are revised and new courses are developed throughout the academic year, so please reference the MFRI website, mfri.org, for the most current list of available classes, course lengths, and prerequisites.

Hazardous Materials HAZARDOUS MATERIALS AWARENESS

Course Code: HM 103

Course Length: 6 Hours

Prerequisite(s): There are no prerequisites for this course.

Course Description: Major topics covered in this course include regulations, standards, and laws, as well as how to recognize and identify hazards. Methods of instruction include lecture and discussion.

HAZARDOUS MATERIALS INCIDENT COMMANDER

Course Code: HM 221

Course Length: 18 Hours

Prerequisite(s): MFRI Hazardous Materials Operations (HM 102 or HM 112) or MFSPQB, NBFSPQ, or IFSAC Hazardous Materials Operations certification

Course Description: Major topics covered in this course include hazardous materials management system; health and safety; incident management system; action plans, site management and control; problem identification; hazard and risk evaluation; personal protective equipment, information management, and resource coordination; response objectives; decontamination management; and incident termination. Methods of instruction include lecture, discussion, and team focused practical exercises.

HAZARDOUS MATERIALS OPERATIONS REQUIRES MEDICAL CLEARANCE

Course Code: HM 102

Course Length: 36 Hours

Prerequisite(s): MFRI Personal Protective Equipment and SCBA (FIRE 098), Firefighter I (FIRE 101), or equivalent

Course Description: Major topics covered in this course include firefighter safety; hazard recognition, regulations and standards; chemistry; recognition and identifications; DOT guidebook; site management; container behavior; defensive control measures; personal protective equipment; detection, monitoring and sampling equipment; victim rescue and recovery; decontamination; and terrorist and other criminal activity. Methods of instruction include lecture, discussion, and team focused practical exercises.

HAZARDOUS MATERIALS OPERATIONS EXTENDED VERSION REQUIRES MEDICAL CLEARANCE

Course Code: HM 112

Course Length: 42 Hours

Prerequisite(s): MFRI Personal Protective Equipment and SCBA (FIRE 098), Firefighter I (FIRE 101), or equivalent

Course Description: Major topics covered in this course include firefighter safety, regulations and standards; chemistry; recognition and identification; DOT guidebook; site management; container behavior; defensive control measures; personal protective equipment; decontamination; and terrorist and other criminal activity. This extended course also includes evidence preservation and sampling as well as response to illicit laboratories. Methods of instruction include lecture, discussion, and team focused practical exercises.

HAZARDOUS MATERIALS TECHNICIAN REQUIRES MEDICAL CLEARANCE

Course Code: HM 201

Course Length: 60 Hours

Prerequisite(s): MFRI Hazardous Materials Operations (HM 102 or HM 112) or MFSPQB, NBFSPQ, or IFSAC Hazardous Materials Operations certification

Course Description: Major topics covered in the course are chemical and physical properties; recognition and identification of hazardous materials; laws, regulations, standards and information resources; personal protective equipment; detection devices, hazard and risk assessment, and decontamination; drum handling, damage assessment, tactical considerations, and leak control; handling cylinder emergencies, drum sampling, and terminating the incident; and required documentation. Methods of instruction include lecture, discussion, and team focused practical exercises.

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2022 – 2023 COURSE OFFERINGS

MANAGEMENT

The following list of course offerings is accurate as of July 1, 2022. Existing courses are revised and new courses are developed throughout the academic year, so please reference the MFRI website, mfri.org, for the most current list of available classes, course lengths, and prerequisites.

AFTER ACTION REVIEW ONLINE VERSION (NFFF)

Course Code: MGMT 209

Course Length: 1 Hour

Prerequisite(s): There are no prerequisites for this course.

Course Description: After action review (AAR) offers the fire service the opportunity to formalize the tradition of informal post incident conversations into a simple yet systematic, guided process of analyzing, refining, and improving incident response. This fire service training module explains the origins of AAR, its application to the fire service, how to implement it, and the important role it plays in culture change. This is a self paced online course.

COMMUNICATION AND MENTORING FOR COMPANY OFFICERS ONLINE VERSION (NFFF)

Course Code: MGMT 232

Course Length: 1 Hour

Prerequisite(s): There are no prerequisites for this course. It is strongly suggested that this module be taken in conjunction with MGMT 231: Company Officer’s Health and Safety Responsibilities. MFRI Fire Officer I (MGMT 201) is recommended.

Course Description: Major topics covered in this course include interpersonal communication, understanding and responding to problems, handling difficult and awkward situations, and informal and formal mentoring. This is a self paced online course.

COMPANY OFFICER’S HEALTH AND SAFETY RESPONSIBILITIES ONLINE VERSION (NFFF)

Course Code: MGMT 231

Course Length: 1 Hour

Prerequisite(s): There are no prerequisites for this course. It is strongly suggested that this module be taken in conjunction with MGMT 232: Communication and Mentoring for Company Officers. MFRI Fire Officer I (MGMT 201) is recommended.

Course Description: Major topics covered in this course include personal commitment to health and safety; peer to leader transition; SOP enforcement; crew resource management; Everyone Goes Home® and the 16 Firefighter Life Safety Initiatives; Courage to Be Safe®, LACK, mental health and Stress First Aid (SFA); health and safety aspects of operational decisions; and after action review. This program is a "survey course," meaning it discusses a wide range of topics at only the awareness level of depth. For many topics, further training and resources are recommended. For new company officers, this training is part of navigating the transition from firefighter to company officer. This is a self paced online course.

CONDUCTING SAFE LIVE FIRE TRAINING EXERCISE

Course Code: MGMT 215

Course Length: 12 Hours

Prerequisite(s): There are no prerequisites for this course.

Course Description: Major topics covered in this course are the history of live fire training, legal considerations, and the impact of training related and line of duty deaths and serious injuries. In addition, there is discussion of various risk reduction strategies, including preventing heat stress, ensuring hydration, performing rehabilitation, and ensuring an effective rotation of instructors. Major focus is placed upon safe strategies for conducting training in gas fired and non gas fired structures, the use of non structural fire training props, and acquired structures. Methods of instruction include lecture, discussion, and team focused practical exercises.

CREATING CHANGE IN THE FIRE SERVICE ONLINE VERSION (NFFF)

Course Code: MGMT 219

Course Length: 1 Hour

Prerequisite(s): There are no prerequisites for this course. It is strongly suggested that this module be taken in conjunction with PDI 260, the Leadership, Accountability, Culture, and Knowledge (LACK) online module, or PDI 160, the traditional delivery of Leadership, Accountability, Culture, and Knowledge (LACK).

Course Description: The roundtable discusses how to lead an organization where safety in fire service is a primary focus, including making safety a priority, handling resistance, extending responsible behavior modeling to "informal leaders" in the ranks, crew resource management, fostering an environment of trust, and risk mitigation. This is a self paced online course.

CURBSIDE MANNER: STRESS FIRST AID FOR THE STREET ONLINE VERSION (NFFF)

Course Code: MGMT 160

Course Length: 1 Hour

Prerequisite(s): There are no prerequisites for this course.

Course Description: This course teaches "curbside manner," a set of proven principles and actions that help first responders assist civilians in crisis by ensuring their safety, understanding their individual needs, meeting those needs, and promoting the connectedness and self efficacy necessary for recovery. Each principle cover, calm, connect, competence, and confidence is first shown in action and then explained in detailed, practical language in this first responder training module. This is a self paced online course.

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EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICES OFFICER I

Course Code: MGMT 203

Course Length: 36 Hours

Prerequisite(s): ICS 100, 200, 700, and 800 level training. MFRI Instructor I (MGMT 110) is strongly encouraged. Students must be a current, licensed basic or advanced life support provider.

Course Description: Major topics covered in this course are the dynamics of EMS leadership and organizational structure, managerial leadership, team building, communications, creating a culture of quality, customer service, strategic planning, crisis management, and budgeting. Methods of instruction include lecture, discussion, team based activities and practical exercises.

EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICES OFFICER II

Course Code: MGMT 218

Course Length: 49 Hours

Prerequisite(s): MFRI Emergency Medical Services Officer I (MGMT 203)

Course Description: Major topics covered in this course are communications; stress management; clinical performance; education and training; human resources management; and pre incident planning. Methods of instruction include facilitated lecture, interactive learning cases, interactive learning sessions, and team-focused practical exercises.

FIRE DEPARTMENT EQUAL OPPORTUNITY OFFICER I

Course Code: MGMT 206

Course Length: 15 Hours

Prerequisite(s): There are no prerequisites for this course.

Course Description: Major topics covered in the course include identifying and listing the key elements of equal opportunity compliance planning; specific steps in preparing, implementing, evaluating, and modifying equal opportunity compliance planning; integrating equal opportunity compliance planning with other business plans; defining a legal description of the term discrimination; describing unlawful discrimination; identifying federal laws and regulations prohibiting discrimination; identifying state and local laws and regulations; describing legally the term sexual harassment; identifying federal, state, and local government laws and regulations that prohibit sexual harassment; identifying an effective sexual harassment policy; dissemination of the sexual harassment policy; investigations; and managing managers. Methods of instruction include lecture and discussion.

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FIRE DEPARTMENT EQUAL OPPORTUNITY OFFICER II

Course Code: MGMT 207

Course Length: 15 Hours

Prerequisite(s): MFRI Fire Department Equal Opportunity Officer I (MGMT 206)

Course Description: Major topics covered in the course include compliance planning, conducting an employer’s self analysis, and using the compliance plan.

FIRE DEPARTMENT HEALTH AND SAFETY OFFICER

Course Code: MGMT 216

Course Length: 39 Hours

Prerequisite(s): There are no prerequisites for this course.

Course Description: Major topics covered include the responsibilities of the health and safety officer; safety and health laws; codes, regulations, and standards; record keeping and data analysis; standard operating procedures; organizational and operational risk management; safety and health programs; training functions; accident investigation and post incident analysis; facilities inspection; apparatus, equipment, and protective clothing; and reports and recommendations.

FIRE DEPARTMENT INCIDENT SAFETY OFFICER

Course Code: MGMT 217

Course Length: 24 Hours

Prerequisite(s): MFRI Fire Officer I (MGMT 201) or MFSPQB, NBFSPQ, or IFSAC Fire Officer I certification.

Course Description: Major topics covered include risk management principles; environmental and physiological hazards; building construction and utility hazards; recognizing critical incident stress; reading smoke; fire development hazards; incident communications; conducting a scene survey; vehicle incident management; incident operations; helicopter landing zones; accident investigation; commercial fire hazards; hazardous materials; technical rescue incidents; and mass casualty incidents.

FIRE INSPECTOR I

Course Code: MGMT 204

Course Length: 39 Hours

Prerequisite(s): There are no prerequisites for this course.

Course Description: Major topics covered in this course include an introduction to fire prevention; the code process; the inspection process; life safety codes; fire protection systems; interior finish, trim, and decorations; computing the occupant load of a multi-use building; identifying the occupancy classification

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Course Offerings Management

of mixed use buildings; analyzing the egress elements of a building or portion of a building; evaluating hazardous conditions; and verifying code compliance. Methods of instruction include lecture, discussion, and team focused practical exercises.

FIRE INSPECTOR II

Course Code: MGMT 205

Course Length: 30 Hours

Prerequisite(s): MFRI Fire Inspector I (MGMT 204) or MFSPQB, NBFSPQ, or IFSAC Fire Inspector I certification

Course Description: Major topics covered in this course include residential code violations and strategies for correction; identification of construction types and performance features; use of group classifications and building characteristics by classification; mixed use buildings; composition of the International Building Code and Life Safety Code; allowable height and area; fire flow, conducting flow tests, and calculating fire flow; Life Safety Code and requirements for means of egress; evacuation requirements, evacuation plan provisions and strategies for evacuation; plans review and permit process; characteristics of portable LPG cylinders; characteristics of hazardous materials; high hazard classification; NFPA 704 system and “H” use group buildings; plans review requirements; and plans review hearings.

FIRE INSPECTOR III

Course Code: MGMT 302

Course Length: 30 Hours

Prerequisite(s): MFRI Fire Inspector II (MGMT 205) or MFSPQB, NBFSPQ, or IFSAC Fire Inspector II certification

Course Description: Major topics covered in this course are policies and procedures development; vision and mission statements; core values; code adoption and modification; budget format, function, and process; the building code modification process; plans review organizations, process, and purpose; components of effective fire prevention and the fire inspector’s role; and alternative design processes.

FIRE OFFICER I

Course Code: MGMT 201

Course Length: 60 Hours

Prerequisite(s): MFRI Firefighter II (FIRE 201) or MFSPQB, NBFSPQ, or IFSAC Firefighter II certification. It is suggested a minimum of one year of experience as a Firefighter II be completed before enrolling in this program.

Course Description: Major topics covered in this course are the role of the fire officer; the fire officer’s responsibility in facing compliance and accountability; managing cultural diversity; safety and wellness; quality management within the organizational structure; community awareness; public relations; fire safety education; functional leadership; problem solving; performance appraisal; building construction;

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fire cause determination; effective communication skills; and the incident command system with strategy and tactics. Methods of instruction include lecture, discussion, online learning activities, and team focused practical exercises.

FIRE OFFICER II

Course Code: MGMT 202

Course Length: 33 Hours

Prerequisite(s): MFRI Fire Officer I (MGMT 201) or MFSPQB, NBFSPQ, or IFSAC Fire Officer I certification. It is suggested that a minimum of one year of experience at the Fire Officer I level be completed before enrolling in this program.

Course Description: Major topics covered in this course are human resource management; managing affirmative action; government agencies; supervisor and subordinate interaction; the budgetary process; information management systems; health and safety; fire safety inspection; public fire education; specialized fire protection equipment; organizational communications; strategic planning; and tactics.

FIRE OFFICER III

Course Code: MGMT 301

Course Length: 51 Hours

Prerequisite(s): MFRI Fire Officer II (MGMT 201) or MFSPQB, NBFSPQ or IFSAC Fire Officer II certification

Course Description: Major topics covered in this course are program orientation; measuring service delivery; hazard analysis; variables affecting response; budgeting and fiscal planning; the competitive bidding process; commodity types; purchasing methods; bid specifications; legal requirements and cost reduction opportunities; human resources planning and scheduling; departmental administration; risk management; elements of and implementation of a safet y and health program and safety audits; inspections and pre incident planning; establishing a community and public partnership; incident planning and multi agency involvement; and post incident analysis.

FIRE OFFICER IV

Course Code: MGMT 401

Course Length: 42 Hours

Prerequisite(s): MFRI Fire Officer III (MGMT 301) or MFSPQB, NBFSPQ, or IFSAC Fire Officer III

Certification

Course Description: Major topics covered in this course include effective use of teams and communications; leadership; personal awareness tools; leadership theories; managing change; community relations; demographics; cultural awareness; customer service; research papers; government relations and participation; the political decision making process; monitoring legislative regulation and accreditation; human resources management, laws, regulations, and court decisions; managing diversity; the recruitment

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Course Offerings Management

process/employee hiring; employee/management issues; collective bargaining; effective negotiations; incentive programs; long range planning; organizational values and mission; risk, hazard, and value analysis; standards of coverage; capital resource procurement; education and in service training goals, delivery, and evaluation; disaster planning and prevention and mitigation strategies; response and recovery efforts; health and safety programs; firefighter safety; critical incident stress management; and monitoring risk management programs.

INSTRUCTOR I

Course Code: MGMT 110

Course Length: 33 Hours

Prerequisite(s): There are no prerequisites for this course.

Course Description: Major topics covered in this course are the challenges of emergency services instruction; speaking before a group; safety: the instructor’s role; legal considerations; the psychology of learning; instructional delivery; practical training evolutions; and instructional media, testing, and evaluation. Methods of instruction include lecture, discussion, learner presentations, and small group learning activities.

INSTRUCTOR II

Course Code: MGMT 220

Course Length: 30 Hours

Prerequisite(s): MFRI Instructor I (MGMT 110 or MFSPQB, NBFSPQ, or IFSAC Fire Service Instructor I certification)

Course Description: Major topics covered in this course include: lesson plans, student centered learning, instructor and course evaluation techniques, creating tests, scheduling of training and instructors, and budgeting.

MGMT 220 and MGMT 304 are required for MICRB Instructor Certification.

INSTRUCTOR III

Course Code: MGMT 304

Course Length: 18 Hours

Prerequisite(s): MFRI Instructor II (MGMT 220 or MFSPQB, NBFSPQ, or IFSAC Fire Service Instructor II certification)

Course Description: This course provides students with the knowledge, skills and abilities to meet the requirements of NFPA 1041, 2019 edition Chapter 6. Major topics covered in this course include course and program development; program evaluation; item analysis; resource analysis; hiring instructors; writing purchasing specifications; instructor performance evaluations; training policies; and statistical analysis.

This course is required in conjunction with MGMT 220 for those who are seeking MICRB certification.

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LEADERSHIP SO EVERYONE GOES HOME (NFFF)

Course Code: MGMT 305

Course Length: 4 Hours

Prerequisite(s): MFRI Fire Officer III (MGMT 301) is recommended.

Course Description: This course is designed for chiefs or senior level officers who have commanded firefighters on a wide variety of emergency incidents, including fires and hazardous materials responses. Using a series of case studies, the course examines issues that lead to a fatality or injury; what could have been done to prevent the incident; steps any department can implement to reduce the risk of line of duty injuries and deaths; and the adaptive challenges facing today's emergency services to create safer environments. Methods of instruction include lecture, discussion, and classroom activities.

PLANS EXAMINER I/II

Course Code: MGMT 266

Course Length: 33 Hours

Course Description: Major topics covered in this course include review of plans; preparation of correspondence and plan review reports; communications with fire inspectors and emergency response personnel; handling of complaints; maintenance of records; participation in the legal proceedings; identification of when additional expertise is required; procedures used by the jurisdiction; research; interpretation of codes; implementation of policy; and creation of forms and job aids for job performance requirements. Methods of instruction include lecture, discussion and team focused practical exercises.

This course partially satisfies the professional certification requirements for Plans Examiner I/II.

STRESS FIRST AID (SFA) FOR FIRE AND EMERGENCY SERVICES PERSONNEL ONLINE VERSION (NFFF)

Course Code: MGMT 159

Course Length: 1 Hour

Prerequisite(s): There are no prerequisites for this course.

Course Description: This course teaches a flexible set of tools used to care for stress reactions in firefighters and rescue personnel. The toolkit emphasizes the importance of continuously monitoring the stress of fire and rescue personnel and to quickly recognize and appropriately help individuals who are reacting to stress and are in need of interventions to promote healing. SFA monitors the progress of recovery to ensure a return to full-function. SFA fosters strong leadership and unit cohesion and is individualized to meet the needs of each person in each context. This is a self paced online course.

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STRESS FIRST AID (SFA) FOR FIREFIGHTERS AND EMERGENCY PERSONNEL (NFFF)

Course Code: MGMT 158

Course Length: 4 Hours

Prerequisite(s): There are no prerequisites for this course.

Course Description: This course teaches a flexible set of tools used to care for stress reactions in firefighters and rescue personnel. The toolkit emphasizes the importance of continuously monitoring the stress of fire and rescue personnel and to quickly recognize and appropriately help individuals who are reacting to stress and are in need of interventions to promote healing. SFA monitors the progress of recovery to ensure a return to full-function. SFA fosters strong leadership and unit cohesion and is individualized to meet the needs of each person in each context.

TAKING CARE OF OUR OWN ONLINE VERSION (NFFF)

Course Code: MGMT 307

Course Length: 1 Hour

Prerequisite(s): MFRI Fire Officer III (MGMT 301) is recommended.

Course Description: This course is designed to provide senior fire officers specific information and valuable insights. Major topics covered in this course include pre incident planning, making notification, grief and mourning, and providing support to members of the department after sudden loss. This is a self paced online course.

TAKING CARE OF OUR OWN (NFFF)

Course Code: MGMT 306

Course Length: 8 Hours

Prerequisite(s): MFRI Fire Officer III (MGMT 301) is recommended.

Course Description: This course is designed to provide senior fire officers specific information and valuable insights. Major topics covered in this course include pre incident planning, making notification, grief and mourning, and providing support to members of the department after sudden loss. Methods of instruction include lecture, discussion, and classroom activities.

VOLUNTEER COMPANY LEADERSHIP AND ADMINISTRATION

Course Code: MGMT 225

Course Length: 12 Hours

Prerequisite(s): There are no prerequisites for this course.

Course Description: Major topics covered in the course are leadership in a volunteer organization; organizational requirements for volunteer organizations; working with outside organizations to maximize resources; financial responsibilities for volunteer companies; and recruitment and retention of volunteers. Methods of instruction include lecture and discussion.

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2022 2023 COURSE OFFERINGS

RESCUE

The following list of course offerings is accurate as of July 1, 2022. Existing courses are revised and new courses are developed throughout the academic year, so please reference the MFRI website, mfri.org, for the most current list of available classes, course lengths, and prerequisites.

RESCUE TECHNICIAN: CONFINED SPACE RESCUE REQUIRES MEDICAL CLEARANCE

Course Code: RES 202

Course Length: 33 Hours

Prerequisite(s): MFRI Personal Protective Equipment and SCBA (FIRE 098), Firefighter I (FIRE 101) or equivalent, or certification, and Rescue Technician: Site Operations (RES 101) or Rescue Technician: Site Operations and Vehicle and Machinery Rescue (RES 201) or equivalent, or certification.

Course Description: Major topics covered in this course include safety; IDLH and OSHA regulations; extrication techniques in vertical and horizontal environments; and non entry rescues.

RESCUE TECHNICIAN: SITE OPERATIONS

Course Code: RES 101

Course Length: 27 Hours

Prerequisite(s): MFRI Personal Protective Equipment and SCBA (FIRE 098), Firefighter I (FIRE 101) or equivalent

Course Description: Major topics covered in the course include identification of support resources required for specific rescue incidents; size up of a rescue incident; management of rescue incident hazards; management of resources in a rescue incident; conducting searches; performance of ground support for helicopter activities; termination of a technical rescue operation; triage of victims; movement of a victim in a low angle environment; transfer of a victim to emergency medical services; tying knots, bends, and hitches; constructing a single point anchor system; constructing a simple rope mechanical advantage system; constructing a lowering system; directing a lowering operation in a low and high angle environment; constructing and operating a belay system during a lowering or raising operation in a high angle environment; and conducting a system safety check.

RESCUE TECHNICIAN: STRUCTURAL COLLAPSE REQUIRES MEDICAL CLEARANCE

Course Code: RES 209

Course Length: 84 Hours

Prerequisite(s): Personal Protective Equipment and SCBA (FIRE 098), Firefighter I (FIRE 101) or equivalent, and Rescue Technician: Site Operations (RES 101) or Rescue Technician: Site Operations and Vehicle and Machinery Rescue (RES 201)

Course Description: Major topics covered in this course include safety and security; building materials and structural collapse; collapse patterns; hazard identification and building monitoring; US&R strategy and structure size up; tools; shoring basics; shoring construction; breaching; breaking; cutting and burning operations; lifting and rigging; and victim considerations.

RESCUE TECHNICIAN: SWIFTWATER RESCUE REQUIRES MEDICAL CLEARANCE

Course Code: RES 213

Course Length: 51 Hours

Prerequisite(s): MFRI Personal Protective Equipment and SCBA (FIRE 098), Firefighter I (FIRE 101) or equivalent, and Rescue Technician: Site Operations (RES 101) or Rescue Technician: Site Operations and Vehicle and Machinery Rescue (RES 201). Participants must be able to swim 100 yards without stopping or using a flotation device and be able to tread water for five minutes without using a flotation device.

Course Description: Major topics covered in this course are water hydrology; pre incident planning; incident size up; incident management; safety; communications; victim rescue; surface watercraft; various in water drills; par buckling; low head dam phenomenon; swiftwater operations; pre incident planning; incident management; hazard mitigation; mechanical advantage rope rescue systems; highline rescue systems; mock night search; and other advanced rope rescue skills.

RESCUE TECHNICIAN: TECHNICAL ROPE RESCUE

Course Code: RES 205

Course Length: 54 Hours

Prerequisite(s): MFRI Personal Protective Equipment and SCBA (FIRE 098), Firefighter I (FIRE 101) or equivalent, and Rescue Technician: Site Operations (RES 101) or Rescue Technician: Site Operations and Vehicle and Machinery Rescue (RES 201)

Course Description: Major topics covered in the course include anchoring; mechanical advantage systems; rappelling in the vertical environment; and constructing high line rescue systems.

RESCUE TECHNICIAN: TRENCH RESCUE OPERATIONS REQUIRES MEDICAL CLEARANCE

Course Code: RES 206

Course Length: 30 Hours

Prerequisite(s): MFRI Personal Protective Equipment and SCBA (FIRE 098), Firefighter I (FIRE 101) or equivalent, and Rescue Technician: Site Operations (RES 101) or Rescue Technician: Site Operations and Vehicle and Machinery Rescue (RES 201)

Course Description: Major topics covered in this course include preparation and response; support operations and trench access; disentanglement; trench rescue equipment; and intersecting and non intersecting trenches.

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RESCUE TECHNICIAN: VEHICLE AND MACHINERY EXTRICATION

Course Code: RES 210

Course Length: 27 Hours

Prerequisite(s): MFRI Personal Protective Equipment and SCBA (FIRE 098), Firefighter I (FIRE 101) or equivalent

Course Description: Major topics covered in this course include planning for a vehicle or machinery rescue incident; performing ongoing incident size up; establishing scene safety zones; establishing fire protection; stabilizing vehicles or machines; isolating potentially harmful energy sources; determining access and egress points; creating access and egress opening; disentangling victims; removing packaged victims; and terminating vehicle or machinery rescue incidents.

2022 2023 COURSE OFFERINGS

NATIONAL FIRE ACADEMY

The following list of course offerings is accurate as of July 1, 2022. Existing courses are revised and new courses are developed throughout the academic year, so please reference the MFRI website, mfri.org, for the most current list of available classes, course lengths, and prerequisites.

National Fire Academy (NFA)/FIRE

ARSON DETECTION FOR FIRST RESPONDERS (NFA)

Course Code: FIRE 122

Course Length: 16 Hours

Prerequisite(s): There are no prerequisites for this course.

Course Description: Major topics covered in this course are fire behavior; critical observations of the first responder; fire cause, scene security and evidence preservation; legal considerations; and reporting of findings. Methods of instruction include lecture, discussion, classroom exercises, and case studies.

DECISION MAKING FOR INITIAL COMPANY OPERATIONS (NFA)

Course Code: FIRE 137

Course Length: 16 Hours

Prerequisite(s): There are no prerequisites for this course.

Course Description: Major topics covered in the course are NIMS; fireground management; fireground decision making; size up; building construction types; and burn time considerations. Methods of instruction include lecture, discussion, individual activities, small group activities, demonstration, and simulations.

PREPARATION FOR INITIAL COMPANY OPERATIONS (NFA)

Course Code: FIRE 133

Course Length: 16 Hours

Prerequisite(s): There are no prerequisites for this course.

Course Description: This course is designed for company officers, acting company officers, or senior firefighters responsible for the management of a single fire company at an emergency incident and those officers who are responsible for company readiness, personnel safety, and leadership as it relates to company operations. Major topics covered in the course are roles and responsibilities of company officers; readiness; communication; building construction and fire behavior; pre incident preparation; and the recognition primed decision (RPD) model of decision making. Methods of instruction include lecture, discussion, and individual and group classroom exercises.

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STRATEGY AND TACTICS FOR INITIAL COMPANY OPERATIONS (NFA)

Course Code: FIRE 124

Course Length: 16 Hours

Prerequisite(s): There are no prerequisites for this course.

Course Description: Major topics covered in this course are the analytical size up process, the scientific method, variables, making decisions, establishing objectives, evaluating primary factors, and the command sequence action planning cycle; fire confinement, exposure protection, and fire extinguishment; rescue operations, ventilation practices, incident support operations, and overhauling tactics; and water supply, fixed suppression systems, and salvage operations. Methods of instruction include lecture, discussion, individual activities, small group activities, demonstrations, and simulations.

TRAFFIC INCIDENT MANAGEMENT - ABRIDGED VERSION (NFA)

Course Code: FIRE 132

Course Length: 4 Hours

Prerequisite(s): There are no prerequisites for this course.

Course Description: Major emphasis of the course will be to combine the knowledge, abilities, and resources of all responders, making full use of available technology and addressing responsibilities of the wide variety of agencies that may be encountered on a roadway emergency, including police, fire, EMS, HAZMAT, DOT, DOE, FEMA, media, and tow operators. Methods of instruction include lecture, discussion, group activities, and case studies.

YOUTH FIRESETTER INTERVENTION SPECIALIST (NFA)

Course Code: FIRE 138

Course Length: 16 Hours

Prerequisite(s): There are no prerequisites for this course.

Course Description: Major topics covered in the course are the extent of the youth firesetting problem, justification for local youth firesetting prevention and intervention programs; examination of the typologies of firesetting; the motivation behind firesetting behaviors; identification, intake, screening, disposition, and follow up; and youth firesetting educational interventions. Methods of instruction include lecture, discussion, and classroom exercises.

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YOUTH FIRESETTER PROGRAM MANAGER (NFA)

Course Code: FIRE 209

Course Length: 16 Hours

Prerequisite(s): Youth Firesetter Intervention Specialist (FIRE 138)

Course Description: Major topics covered in the course are leading youth firesetting prevention and intervention programs; program development; and program evaluation. Methods of instruction include lecture, discussion, and classroom exercises.

National Fire Academy (NFA)/FIRE Seminar

EMERGING USES FOR GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION SYSTEM IN THE FIRE SERVICE (NFA)

Course Code: FIRS 239

Course Length: 16 Hours

Prerequisite(s): There are no prerequisites for this course.

Course Description: The purpose of this course is to explain the application of (GIS) to the fire service within the context of planning, mitigation, response, and recovery. GIS can be applied to each of the phases of crisis management and whole community planning. The value, application, and use of geospatial technologies in emergency services and the fundamental skills requiredfor basic implementation will be addressed. Methods of instruction include lecture and discussion.

INTRODUCTION TO NATIONAL FIRE INCIDENT REPORTING SYSTEM 5.0 (NFA)

Course Code: FIRS 160

Course Length: 16 Hours

Prerequisite(s): There are no prerequisites for this course.

Course Description: This training program is designed specifically to support local fire service organizations and will assist them in providing data both to their management and to decision makers as well as to their state uniform fire reporting system. Methods of instruction include lecture and discussion.

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National Fire Academy (NFA)/Management

COMMAND AND CONTROL OF WILDLAND URBAN INTERFACE FIRE OPERATIONS FOR THE STRUCTURAL CHIEF OFFICER (NFA)

Course Code: MGMT 303

Course Length: 16 Hours

Prerequisite(s): ICS 100 level and ICS 200 level training. MFRI Fire Officer III (MGMT 301) is recommended.

Course Description: Major topics covered in this course include evaluating fire behavior, developing a strategic plan, establishing command structure, and implementing strategies and tactics. Methods of instruction include lecture, discussion, and classroom activities.

COMMAND AND GENERAL STAFF FUNCTIONS FOR LOCAL INCIDENT MANAGEMENT TEAMS (NFA)

Course Code: MGMT 402

Course Length: 40 Hours

Prerequisite(s): ICS 100, 200, 700, and 800 level training

Course Description: Major topics covered in this course include the command staff; operations, planning, logistics, and finance sections; unified command; major incident management; resource management; and the planning process. Methods of instruction include lecture, discussion, and classroom activities.

CONDUCTING LOCAL RISK REDUCTION BY COMPANY OFFICERS (NFA)

Course Code: MGMT 235

Course Length: 45 Hours

Prerequisite(s): ICS 100 level and ICS 200 level training. MFRI Fire Officer I (MGMT 201) is recommended.

Course Description: This course focuses on how a local fire station can plan, implement, and evaluate risk reduction activities to benefit the citizens it serves. The course features the role of the CO as an inspirational leader both within the fire station and in the service area of the station/community. Students learn that a broader approach to fire protection involves multiple interventions, and when all are applied to a specific community risk issue, a difference is likely to occur, reducing risk for the citizens. Students also learn that by reducing the community’s risk, the risk for firefighting forces is also reduced. The course emphasizes risk reduction activities, which enable station personnel through development and implementation of a plan, to reduce risks within their station service area. Students will have the opportunity to develop/simulate a plan to lead station personnel to reduce risks in their own service area.

DEMONSTRATING YOUR FIRE PREVENTION PROGRAM’S WORTH (NFA)

Course Code: MGMT 163

Course Length: 42 Hours

Prerequisite(s): ICS 100 level and ICS 200 level training

Course Description: This course provides a systematic way to improve and account for evaluation actions by involving procedures that are useful, feasible, ethical, and accurate. Course framework guides fire prevention professionals in their use of prevention program evaluation. It is a practical, nonprescriptive tool designed to summarize and organize essential elements of prevention program evaluation. The emphasis is on the practical, ongoing evaluation strategies that involve all prevention stakeholders, not just evaluation experts. Major topics covered in this course include misconceptions regarding the purposes and methods of prevention evaluation, the essential elements of prevention program evaluation, the steps for conducting effective prevention program evaluation, and the standards for effective program evaluation. Methods of instruction include lecture, discussion, and classroom activities.

DEPARTMENT WELLNESS PROGRAM (NFA)

Course Code: MGMT 152

Course Length: 16 Hours

Prerequisite(s): There are no prerequisites for this course.

Course Description: Major topics covered in this course are medical and wellness screenings; nutrition; physical fitness; behavioral health; and resources available. Methods of instruction include lecture, discussion, and classroom activities.

EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICES QUALITY MANAGEMENT (NFA)

Course Code: MGMT 233

Course Length: 36 Hours

Prerequisite(s): ICS 100 level and ICS 200 level training

Course Description: This course will provide the critical components, background and principles associated with the implementation, or enhancement, of a department’s quality management program. The course teaches students how to create, implement, and maintain a quality management program, including historical examples, current models and best practices of quality assurance and improvement, process improvement, and data collection and analysis. Methods of instruction include lecture, discussion, and classroom activities.

Offerings National Fire Academy

EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICES QUALITY MANAGEMENT (NFA)

Course Code: MGMT 157

Course Length: 36 Hours

Prerequisite(s): There are no prerequisites for this course.

Course Description: This course will provide the critical components, background, and principles associated with the implementation, or enhancement, of a department’s quality management program. Throughout the course, students work on culminating activities relating to the development of a quality management program. Students present the culminating activity with classmates and instructors at the end of the course, allowing all students to take examples of quality management programs to their departments. Methods of instruction include lecture, discussion, and classroom activities.

EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICES: FUNCTIONS IN THE INCIDENT COMMAND SYSTEM (NFA)

Course Code: MGMT 154

Course Length: 16 Hours

Prerequisite(s): There are no prerequisites for this course.

Course Description: Major topics covered in this course include the incident command system, preplanning, special considerations for structure fires, wildland fires, mass gatherings, tactical emergency medical support, hazardous materials incidents, and evacuations. Methods of instruction include lecture, discussion, role playing, and simulation activities.

EMERGENCY RESPONSE TO TERRORISM FOR SUPERVISORS (NFA)

Course Code: MGMT 150

Course Length: 16 Hours

Prerequisite(s): There are no prerequisites for this course. MFRI Fire Officer I (MGMT 201) or Emergency Medical Services Officer I (MGMT 203) is recommended.

Course Description: Major topics covered in this course are characteristics of terrorist incidents, planning and intelligence gathering, strategic and tactical decision making, integrated response to terrorist events, incident documentation, and evidence preservation and the National Response Framework. Methods of instruction include lecture, discussion, and classroom exercises.

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EXECUTIVE SKILLS SERIES: EXERCISING LEADERSHIP ETHICALLY (NFA)

Course Code: MGMT 298

Course Length: 16 Hours

Prerequisite(s): ICS 100 level and ICS 200 level training. MFRI Fire Officer I (MGMT 201) or Emergency Medical Services Officer I (MGMT 203) is recommended.

Course Description: Major topics covered in this course include the adaptive leadership model, ethics, applied ethics, and defending under scrutiny. Methods of instruction include lecture, discussion, and classroom activities.

EXECUTIVE SKILLS SERIES: EXERCISING LEADERSHIP THROUGH DIFFICULT CONVERSATIONS (NFA)

Course Code: MGMT 236

Course Length: 16 Hours

Prerequisite(s): ICS 100 level and ICS 200 level training. MFRI Fire Officer I (MGMT 201) or Emergency Medical Services Officer I (MGMT 203) is recommended.

Course Description: Major topics covered in this course include the adaptive leadership model; authority and power; creating a plan for difficult conversations; tools for difficult conversations; and conducting a difficult conversation. Methods of instruction include lecture, discussion, and classroom activities.

EXECUTIVE SKILLS SERIES: EXERCISING LEADERSHIP TO FACILITATE ADAPTIVE CHANGE (NFA)

Course Code: MGMT 230

Course Length: 16 Hours

Prerequisite(s): ICS 100 level and ICS 200 level training and MFRI Fire Officer I (MGMT 201) or MFSPQB, NBFSPQ, or IFSAC Fire Officer I certification

Course Description: Major topics covered in this course include the adaptive leadership model, understanding yourself in the authority role, and change models. Methods of instruction include lecture, discussion, and classroom activities.

Maryland Fire and Rescue Institute University of Maryland

Course Offerings National Fire Academy

EXECUTIVE SKILLS SERIES: EXERCISING LEADERSHIP WITHIN COMMUNITIES (NFA)

Course Code: MGMT 296

Course Length: 16 Hours

Prerequisite(s): ICS 100 level and ICS 200 level training. MFRI Fire Officer I (MGMT 201) or Emergency Medical Services Officer I (MGMT 203) is recommended.

Course Description: Major topics covered in this course include the adaptive leadership model; identifying diverse communities; influence in your community; closing the gap in diverse communities; and implementing solutions and measuring success. Methods of instruction include lecture, discussion, and classroom activities.

FIRE INSPECTION PRINCIPLES I (NFA)

Course Code: MGMT 208

Course Length: 36 Hours

Prerequisite(s): ICS 100 level and ICS 200 level training

Course Description: Major topics covered in this course include special hazards; the relationship between fire and codes; general fire safety; and life safety. It is not the intent of this course to present specific coderequirements; however, this course focuses more on the methodology of the use of these requirements.

This is NOT a certification course. Students interested in certification as a Fire Inspector I should complete MGMT 204 Fire Inspector I.

FIRE SERVICE SAFETY CULTURE: WHO PROTECTS FIREFIGHTERS FROM FIREFIGHTERS (NFA)

Course Code: MGMT 153

Course Length: 16 Hours

Prerequisite(s): There are no prerequisites for this course.

Course Description: This course defines and advocates the need for organizational change within the fire service relating to safety, incorporating leadership (management and supervision), accountability, and personal responsibility. The course will help both the fire service and municipalities address identified needs or problems, decide what can be done about them, and identify financial incentives as well as identify the role each can perform to ensure the success of any proposed solution.

HEALTH AND SAFETY OFFICER (NFA)

Course Code: MGMT 125

Course Length: 16 Hours

Prerequisite(s): There are no prerequisites for this course.

Course Description: Major topics covered in this course include the role of the health and safety officer; the laws, standards, and regulations; health maintenance; accident investigation; and post incident examination.

HEALTH AND SAFETY PROGRAM MANAGER (NFA)

Course Code: MGMT 299

Course Length: 13 Hours

Prerequisite: There are no prerequisites for this course.

Course Description: Major emphasis of the course will be to enable participants to (1) Adapt the HSPM roles and responsibilities while applying risk management health and safety concepts within their organization to determine system wide needs and to develop support to institutionalize opportunities to meet the needs assessment, (2) Evaluate and prioritize health and safety related strengths and weaknesses within their organizations, (3) Evaluate the environmental barriers affecting the implementation and impact of the organization's safety and health programs, and (4) Evaluate and integrate the organization's and individual's responsibility to impact health and wellness positively.

INCIDENT COMMAND FOR HIGH RISE OPERATIONS (NFA)

Course Code: MGMT 140

Course Length: 16 Hours

Prerequisite(s): There are no prerequisites for this course. MFRI Fire Officer I (MGMT 201) is recommended.

Course Description: Major topics covered in this course include building construction and system features; fire behavior; high rise fire strategic operating guidelines; primary assignments for engine and truck company operations; life safety considerations involving evacuation procedures, rapid intervention, responder rehabilitation, and personnel accountability; operation and impact of a heating, ventilating, and air conditioning (HVAC) system and fire department ventilation techniques at a high rise incident; and roles and responsibilities for command and control procedures for major high rise operations. Methods of instruction include lecture, discussion, classroom exercises, and learner presentations/reports.

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Course Offerings National Fire Academy

INCIDENT COMMAND FOR STRUCTURAL COLLAPSE INCIDENTS (NFA)

Course Code: MGMT 141

Course Length: 16 Hours

Prerequisite(s): There are no prerequisites for this course. MFRI Fire Officer I (MGMT 201) is recommended.

Course Description: Major topics covered in this course are incident command systems’ collapse, incident response capabilities, scene management, response factors, structural collapse, and operational phases. Methods of instruction include lecture, discussion, and classroom exercises.

INCIDENT COMMAND SYSTEM AND RESOURCE MANAGEMENT FOR THE FIRE SERVICE (NFA)

Course Code: MGMT 156

Course Length: 16 Hours

Prerequisite(s): There are no prerequisites for this course.

Course Description: Major topics covered in this course include the components of the incident command system; structure and flexibility of ICS; command responsibilities; and resource management.

INCIDENT SAFETY OFFICER (NFA)

Course Code: MGMT 129

Course Length: 16 Hours

Prerequisite(s): There are no prerequisites for this course.

Course Description: Major topics covered in this course are the role of the safety officer; regulations, standards, and policies; record keeping and documentation; and risk management and communications.

INTRODUCTION TO UNIFIED COMMAND FOR ALL HAZARD INCIDENTS (NFA)

Course Code: MGMT 121

Course Length: 16 Hours

Prerequisite(s): There are no prerequisites for this course.

Course Description: Major topics covered in this course include the incident command system and incident management teams; preplanning; unified command and area command; the planning process and Incident Action Plan development; multiagency coordination systems; and the federal response to all hazard unified command incidents.

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LEADERSHIP IN SUPERVISION: CREATING ENVIRONMENTS FOR PROFESSIONAL GROWTH (NFA)

Course Code: MGMT 241

Course Length: 12 Hours

Prerequisite(s): ICS 100 level and ICS 200 level training. MFRI Fire Officer I (MGMT 201) or Emergency Medical Services Officer I (MGMT 203) is recommended.

Course Description: Major topics covered in this course include successful transition to supervisory and leadership roles; adaptive leadership; change management; active fellowship; effective communication; ethics; and decision making. Methods of instruction include lecture, discussion, and classroom activities.

LEADERSHIP IN SUPERVISION: FRAMEWORKS TO SUCCESS (NFA)

Course Code: MGMT 243

Course Length: 12 Hours

Prerequisite(s): ICS 100 level and ICS 200 level training. MFRI Fire Officer I (MGMT 201) or Emergency Medical Services Officer I (MGMT 203) is recommended.

Course Description: Major topics covered in this course include professionalism, resilience, emotional intelligence, and situational awareness, as well as managing conflict, delegating, mentoring, coaching, empowering, and building collaboration and synergy for professional growth.

LEADERSHIP IN SUPERVISION: PERSPECTIVES IN THINKING (NFA)

Course Code: MGMT 242

Course Length: 12 Hours

Prerequisite(s): ICS 100 level and ICS 200 level training. MFRI Fire Officer I (MGMT 201) or Emergency Medical Services Officer I (MGMT 203) is recommended.

Course Description: Major topics covered in this course include creative, analytical, political, and critical thinking perspectives, assessing situations from multiple perspectives, making critical decisions, fostering creativity and innovation, and using persuasion.

LEADERSHIP STRATEGIES FOR COMMUNITY RISK REDUCTION (NFA)

Course Code: MGMT 308

Course Length: 42 Hours

Prerequisite(s): ICS 100 level and ICS 200 level training. MFRI Fire Officer III (MGMT 301) is recommended.

Maryland Fire and Rescue Institute University of Maryland

Course Offerings National Fire Academy

Course Description: Major topics covered in this course include assessment, planning, implementation, and results; leading organizational and community change; and building organizational and community equity. Methods of instruction include lecture, discussion, and classroom activities.

MANAGING EFFECTIVE FIRE PREVENTION PROGRAMS (NFA)

Course Code: MGMT 164

Course Length: 42 Hours

Prerequisite(s): ICS 100 level and ICS 200 level training

Course Description: Major topics covered in this course include the roles and responsibilities; fostering cultural change; building fire prevention and risk reduction bureau strength; power, politics and influence; establishing bureau priorities and strategies; and organizational finances.

NEW FIRE CHIEF I: CHALLENGING ISSUES (NFA)

Course Code: MGMT 257

Course Length: 16 Hours

Prerequisite(s): There are no prerequisites for this course. MFRI Fire Officer III (MGMT 301) is recommended.

Course Description: Major topics covered in this course are local politics and the role of the chief officer, liability and risk management; and resources and items of knowledge needed to become a first time leader in anew position in their agency.

NEW FIRE CHIEF II: ADMINISTRATIVE ISSUES (NFA)

Course Code: MGMT 258

Course Length: 16 Hours

Prerequisite(s): Successful completion of New Fire Chief I: Challenging Issues (MGMT 257)

Course Description: Major topics covered in this course are local politics and the role of the chief officer, liability and risk management; and resources and items of knowledge needed to become a first-time leader in a new position in their agency.

NEW FIRE CHIEF III: CONTEMPORARY ISSUES (NFA)

Course Code: MGMT 259

Course Length: 16 Hours

Prerequisite(s): Successful completion of New Fire Chief II: Administrative Issues (MGMT 258)

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Course Description: Major topics covered in this course are local politics and the role of the chief officer, liability and risk management; and resources and items of knowledge needed to become a first time leader in a new position in their agency.

NIMS ICS-300: INTERMEDIATE ICS FOR EXPANDING INCIDENTS FOR OPERATIONAL FIRST RESPONDERS (NFA)

Course Code: MGMT 263

Course Length: 18 Hours

Prerequisite(s): The prerequisites for this course are ICS 700, ICS 100, and ICS 200.

Course Description: This course describes how the NIMS Command and Management component supports the management of expanding incidents and describes the incident/event management process for expanding incidents and supervisors as prescribed by the incident command system.

NIMS ICS-400: ADVANCED ICS FOR COMMAND AND GENERAL STAFF, COMPLEX INCIDENTS AND MACS FOR OPERATIONS FIRST RESPONDERS (NFA)

Course Code: MGMT 264

Course Length: 16 Hours

Prerequisite(s): The prerequisites for this course are ICS 700, ICS 100, ICS 200, and ICS 300.

Course Description: This course is designed for department heads with multi agency coordination system responsibilities, area commanders, emergency managers, and multi agency coordination system/emergency operations center managers. This program describes how major incidents pose special management challenges, the circumstances in which an area command is established, and the circumstances in which multi agency coordination systems are established.

POLITICS AND THE WHITE HELMET (NFA)

Course Code: MGMT 297

Course Length: 16 Hours

Prerequisite(s): ICS 100 level and ICS 200 level training. MFRI Fire Officer I (MGMT 201) or Emergency Medical Services Officer I (MGMT 203) is recommended.

Course Description: This course provides the officer an improved insight into better ways to relate and speak to citizens and others to gain support and understanding of their needs for bond issues, tax votes, and general elections. Participants learn about successful approaches appropriate for government employees and volunteers. The course identifies successful tools needed to address the challenge necessary to bring about change and how a department's culture of power, influence, negotiation, and coalition building is important to success.

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RESIDENTIAL SPRINKLER PLAN REVIEW (NFA)

Course Code: MGMT 267

Course Length: 16 Hours

Prerequisite(s): MFRI Fire Inspector I (MGMT 204) or MFSPQB, NBFSPQ, or IFSAC Fire Inspector I certification or Plans Examiner I/II (MGMT 266) is recommended.

Course Description: Major topics covered in this course include design and installation standards, water supplies, pipe, valve and trim, overhead pipe and sprinklers, and verifying sprinkler coverage and hydraulic design. Methods of instruction include lecture, discussion, and classroom activities.

SHAPING THE FUTURE (NFA)

Course Code: MGMT 138

Course Length: 16 Hours

Prerequisite(s): There are no prerequisites for this course. MFRI Fire Officer I (MGMT 201) or Emergency Medical Services Officer I (MGMT 203) is recommended.

Course Description: Major topics covered in this course include using creative approaches to identify trends within their organizations; applying problem solving methodologies; the importance and application of continuous improvement within organizations; how to quantify problems and solutions; factors in organizational and individual resistance to change; and strategies for implementing change. Methods of instruction include facilitated lecture, discussion, and individual and group activities.

STATION BASED RISK REDUCTION (NFA)

Course Code: MGMT 162

Course Length: 36 Hours

Prerequisite(s): ICS 100 level and ICS 200 level training

Course Description: This course will lead you to develop an action plan with effective intervention strategies and activities targeting a specific risk. You will learn the steps to follow to do risk reduction in an organized and planned process to keep you on track at the station level. This course is open not only to company officers but firefighters, paramedics, fire and life educators, and administrative personnel as well as fire officers who want to learn about community risk reduction and how they can support the company officer in station based risk reduction. Methods of instruction include lecture, discussion, and classroom activities.

Course Offerings National Fire Academy

National Fire Academy (NFA)/Management Seminar

BEST PRACTICES IN COMMUNITY RISK REDUCTION (NFA)

Course Code: MGTS 179

Course Length: 16 Hours

Prerequisite(s): There are no prerequisites for this course.

Course Description: Major topics covered in this course include strategic community risk reduction, assessing community risk, and developing intervention strategies. Methods of instruction include lecture, discussion, and classroom activities.

BUILDING ORGANIZATIONAL SUPPORT FOR COMMUNITY RISK REDUCTION (NFA)

Course Code: MGTS 181

Course Length: 16 Hours

Prerequisite(s): There are no prerequisites for this course.

Course Description: Major topics covered in this course include components of strategic community risk reduction, building support for community risk reduction, and community risk reduction as a service priority. Methods of instruction include lecture, discussion, and classroom activities.

CAMPUS FIRE & LIFE SAFETY I: RISK ASSESSMENT (NFA)

Course Code: MGTS 172

Course Length: 16 Hours

Prerequisite(s): There are no prerequisites for this course.

Course Description: Major topics covered in this course include risk assessment, developing and evaluating an emergency plan, and building partnerships to sustain emergency programs and plans.

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LIFE SAFETY II: PUBLIC EDUCATION (NFA)

Course Code: MGTS 173

Course Length: 16 Hours

Prerequisite(s): MGTS 172 Campus Fire & Life Safety I: Risk Assessment is recommended.

Course Description: Major topics covered in this course include public education program fundamentals, communication, and delivering procedural information, changing unsafe behaviors and evaluating your program.

Maryland Fire and Rescue Institute University of Maryland

Course Offerings National Fire Academy

CAMPUS FIRE & LIFE SAFETY III: CODES AND SYSTEMS (NFA)

Course Code: MGTS 174

Course Length: 16 Hours

Prerequisite(s): MGTS 172 Campus Fire & Life Safety I: Risk Assessment and MGTS 173 Campus Fire & Life Safety II: Public Education is recommended.

Course Description: Major topics covered in this course include codes and systems, building fire protection and life safety, facilities, and evaluating a campus fire and life safety inspection and prevention program. Methods of instruction include lecture, discussion, and classroom activities.

COMMUNITY RISK ISSUES AND PREVENTION STRATEGIES (NFA)

Course Code: MGTS 233

Course Length: 16 Hours

Prerequisite(s): ICS 100 level and ICS 200 level training

Course Description: Major topics covered in this course include evaluation of the types and levels of community risks, strategies, and countermeasures to help people understand how injury, fire, and burns can be prevented and prevention approaches to change behavior, legislation, enforcement, and engineering.

EMERGENCY RESOURCE DEPLOYMENT PLANNING - SOC (NFA)

Course Code: MGTS 308

Course Length: 36 Hours

Prerequisite(s): ICS 100 level and ICS 200 level training and FIRS 160 Introduction to NFIRS 5.0. A minimum of three years of experience using National Fire Incident Reporting System (NFIRS) or other data collection/analysis tools is recommended.

Course Description: Major topics covered in this course include expectations; standards of cover; performance measures and risk; data analysis; working with statistics; and GIS. Methods of instruction include lecture, discussion, and classroom activities.

INITIAL FIRE INVESTIGATION FOR FIRST RESPONDERS (NFA)

Course Code: MGTS 180

Course Length: 16 Hours

Prerequisite(s): MFRI Firefighter I (FIRE 101) or MFSPQB, NBFSPQ, or IFSAC Firefighter I certification is recommended.

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Course Description: Major topics covered in this course include first responder observations; securing the fire scene and preserving evidence; motives; legal aspects; documentation; fire behavior; fire scene examination; fire causes; vehicle fires; and fire cause determination. Methods of instruction include lecture, discussion, and classroom activities.

METHODS OF ENHANCING SAFETY EDUCATION (NFA)

Course Code: MGTS 171

Course Length: 16 Hours

Prerequisite(s): There are no prerequisites for this course.

Course Description: Major topics covered in this course include establishing roots in public fire and life safety education; personal commitment to public education; determining and improving the organization’s role in public education; and enhancing programs through greater community support. Methods of instruction include lecture, discussion, and classroom activities.

NATIONAL FIRE INCIDENT REPORTING SYSTEM PROGRAM MANAGEMENT (NFA)

Course Code: MGTS 260

Course Length: 36 Hours

Prerequisite(s): ICS 100 level and ICS 200 level training and FIRS 160 Introduction to NFIRS 5.0

Course Description: Major topics covered in this course include NFIRS system overview, incident reporting, system modules, data analysis and decision making, and managing the NFIRS. Methods of instruction include lecture, discussion, and classroom activities.

STRATEGIC AND TACTICAL CONCERNS FOR FIRE PROTECTION SYSTEMS (NFA)

Course Code: MGTS 264

Course Length: 36 Hours

Prerequisite(s): ICS 100 level and ICS 200 level training and not less than three years’ experience in fire suppression emergency operations and/or fire prevention related activities

Course Description: Major topics covered in this course include the fundamental procedures for gathering and using information related to the fire protection systems that an IC may need during a fire or related emergency. It includes the basic concepts of pre-incident planning and the strategies an officer might use to share this information with other responders. The course describes the components of sprinkler systems, stationary fire pumps, standpipe systems, fire alarm systems, smoke management systems, and specialty fire protection systems (e.g., Halon™ suppression systems, hood range systems, water mist systems, etc.). Methods of instruction include lecture, discussion, and classroom activities.

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TRAINING OPERATIONS IN SMALL DEPARTMENTS (NFA)

Course Code: MGTS 151

Course Length: 16 Hours

Prerequisite(s): There are no prerequisites for this course.

Course Description: Major topics covered in this course include leadership issues in fire service training, identifying the legal issues affecting the training function; safety considerations in training; marketing training internally; identifying ways to justify training needs; selecting and evaluating training curriculum and materials from outside sources; and effective delivery and evaluation of training. Methods of instruction include lecture, discussion, and classroom activities.

WILDLAND URBAN INTERFACE FIREFIGHTING FOR THE STRUCTURAL COMPANY OFFICER (NFA)

Course Code: MGTS 295

Course Length: 16 Hours

Prerequisite(s): ICS 100 level and ICS 200 level training and MFRI Fire Officer I (MGMT 201) or MFSPQB, NBFSPQ, or IFSAC Fire Officer I certification.

Course Description: Major topics covered in this course include an introduction to wildland/WUI firefighting; interface environment; wildland fire behavior; command and control issues of wildland/WUI firefighting; and tactics. Methods of instruction include lecture, discussion, and classroom activities.

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COMPANY DRILLS

In addition to full-length courses and seminars, MFRI also offers additional training opportunities for departments. Company drills are three hour training opportunities on specific fire, EMS, hazmat, or rescue topics and are offered to all Maryland emergency services organizations. Departments are offered two company drills per year at no charge.

Company drills must be scheduled through a regional office at least 30 days prior to the date the department wants to hold the drill. Some company drills may require medical clearance. For additional information, please contact your home regional office.

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HEADQUARTERS AND REGIONAL OFFICES

MFRI HEADQUARTERS

University of Maryland 4500 Campus Drive College Park, MD 20742 301 226 9900 FAX 301 314 0686 1 800 ASK MFRI

REGION 1 WESTERN MARYLAND

Allegany, Garrett, and Washington Counties

P.O. Box 5153, Cresaptown, MD 21502 5153 301 729 0431 1 888 691 6143 FAX 301 729 6146

Coordinator Todd Dyche Technicians Jim Schell, Sam Wilson Program Administrative Specialist Debbie Sklodowski

REGION 4 UPPER EASTERN SHORE

Kent, Queen Anne's, Caroline, Talbot, and Anne Arundel Counties and the city of Annapolis

601 Safety Drive, Centreville, MD 21617 410 758 2112 1 888 692 0055 FAX 410 758 3573

Coordinator Jack Beall Jr Technician Fran Jester Program Administrative Specialist Betty Jane Gannon

REGION 2 NORTH CENTRAL

Carroll, Frederick, Howard, and Montgomery Counties

P.O. Box 196 Mount Airy, MD 21771 0196 301 829 2020 800 287 6374 FAX 301 829 2021

Coordinator Andrew I. Levy Technicians Douglas Brown and Judith White Program Administrative Specialist Karen Snyder Administrative Assistant

REGION 3 NORTH EAST Harford, Cecil, Baltimore Counties, and Baltimore City

P.O. Box 789, Edgewood, MD 21040 410 676 5409 410 676 5362

1 888 317 2218 FAX 410 676 5413

Coordinator Technicians Gary Kadolph and Richard White Program Administrative Specialist Tracy Bennett Administrative Assistant Catherine Sobey

REGION 5 LOWER EASTERN SHORE

Wicomico, Worcester, Dorchester, and Somerset Counties

12148 John Wilson Lane Princess Anne, MD 21853 3648 410 749 0313 410 651 3331 1 888 691 8880 FAX 410 651 3356

Coordinator Joseph Ward Technicians Jim Hearn, James Jester Program Administrative Specialist Phyllis Lowe

REGION 6 SOUTHERN MARYLAND Calvert, Charles, St. Mary's, and Prince George's Counties

10375 Audie Lane, La Plata, MD 20646 0813 301 934 2600 Metro 301 870 2095

1 888 691 4628 FAX 301 934 4333

Coordinator James Key Technician Jeff Williams Program Administrative Specialist Mary Ann Ahar Administrative Assistant Linda Carrillo

MFRI HEADQUARTERS

4500 Campus Drive, College Park, MD 20742

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MFRI REGION 1 WMRTC

13928 Haz Mat Drive SW, Cumberland, MD 21502

MFRI REGION 2 NCRO

1008 Twin Arch Rd, Mount Airy, MD 21771 0196

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MFRI REGION 3 NERTC

9258 Lauderick Creek Road, Aberdeen Proving Ground/Edgewood Area, Gunpowder, MD 21010

MFRI REGION 4 UESRTC

601 Safety Drive, Centreville, MD 21617

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MFRI REGION 5 LESRTC

12148 John Wilson Lane, Princess Anne, MD 21853 3648

MFRI REGION 6 SMRTC

10375 Audie Lane, LaPlata, MD 20646

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Request for Official Transcript

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For more information, questions or concerns, contact (301) 226 9960 or e mail mfri transcripts@umd.edu

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Unofficial transcripts and course completion certificates are available at https://www.mfri.org/students/transcripts/

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Official Name Change Request Form

Please Note: All forms must be submitted in person at any MFRI regional office or at the College Park headquarters. You must also produce a government-issued photo ID to verify your identity.

Instructions: Please complete the form legibly. All supporting documentation must be original. Photocopies or facsimiles will not be accepted. Failure to provide the required information will result in a processing delay or a rejection of the request.

Any one of the following original documents may be used to support the name change request.

Government issued Driver’s License

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Marriage License

Previous Name: Last Name First Name Middle Name/Initial

New Name: Last Name First Name Middle Name/Initial

By signing this form, I affirm that I intend to use the new name indicated above consistently, and I have not adopted this name for any fraudulent purpose or to interfere with the rights of others.

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