SCBA / Interior Firefighting Operations course prepares new BEFO
graduates to operate as Interior Structural firefighters or in IDLH areas of
the fire scene. Students participate in learning events covering firefighter
personal protective equipment (PPE), self-contained breathing apparatus
donning, doffing and use, SCBA air management and SCBA emergencies,
basic firefighter survival techniques, modern fire control methods, building
fire search and victim removal techniques, firefighter survival skills, tactical
ventilation techniques and basic power saw operation, forcible entry
techniques, hose line advancement, vehicle and wildland firefighting theory,
vehicle firefighting techniques, coordinated structure fire interior attack and
transitional fire attack, and coordinated initial company operations.
Designed for: BEFO course graduates ready to perform interior structural
and IDLH firefighting operations. Course
Length: 49 hours
Prerequisites: Basic Exterior Firefighting Operations (BEFO)
Course number: 01-05-0045
Start Time: Weeknights 6:30 pm (Ending will be 9:30 OR 10:30)
Start Time: Saturdays 8 am
December 4, 6, 7, 9×3, 11, 13, 14, 16×2, 18, 20, 21
January (2024) 3, 4
Pre-registration is required: LMS- 1-05-0045 (252)
Or by e-mail to: etremblay@saratogacountyny.gov

Basic Exterior Firefighting Operations course prepares new
firefighters to operate in the exterior or non-IDLH areas of the fire scene.
Students participate in learning events covering firefighter personal
protective equipment (PPE), self-contained breathing apparatus inspection
and cylinder changing, fire department communications, building
construction and fire behavior, modern fire control research, portable fire
extinguishers, rope and knot tying, ground ladders, forcible entry, tactical
ventilation theory, water supply, hose and fire streams, loss control,
orientation to fire origin and cause determination, fire prevention and life
safety initiatives, confined space awareness, overview of first aid and buddy
care, and Haz Mat First Responder Operations.
Course Length: 79 hours Course number: 01-05-0084
REQUIRED: “TRAINING AUTHORIZATION LETTER” FROM
YOUR CHIEF.
Location: Wilton Fire Station #1
Instructor: R. Williams
Start Time: Weeknights 6:30 pm (Ending will be 9:30 OR 10:30)
Start Time: Saturdays 8 am
Dates: September 7, 26, 28,

October 1 x2, 3, 5, 8, 10, 12, 15, 17, 19, 22×2, 24, 26, 29×2,

Haz Mat Ops: November 2, 5×2, 7, 9, 2022
Note: For anyone needing Hazardous Materials Operations, This can be taken as a stand- alone class if room allows.
Pre-register by email sent to: etremblay@saratogacountyny.gov

Firefighter 1
September 13th Practical Exam Start Time: 06:30 pm
September 20th Written Exam Start Time: 06:30 pm
Location: Saratoga County Fire Training Center (Ballston Spa, NY)

HazMat Operations
September 27th Practical Exam Start Time: 06:30 pm
September 29th Written Exam Start Time: 06:30 pm
Location: Saratoga County Fire Training Center (Ballston Spa, NY)

Firefighter 2 (Official Announcement Pending)
October 4th Practical Exam Start Time: 06:30 pm
October 6th Written Exam Start Time: 06:30 pm
Location: Saratoga County Fire Training Center (Ballston Spa, NY)

Sign Up: Use the Learning Management System to sign up.  Scan the QR Code or go to https://lmsportal-dhses.ny.gov/ and sign in to your LMS account.

The application can be obtained at:  https://www.dhses.ny.gov/system/files/documents/2022/03/nationalexamapplication.pdf

Email completed National Certification Examination Application to OFPC-standards@dhses.ny.gov

More information available here: https://www.dhses.ny.gov/national-certifications

Location: Saratoga County Fire Training Center
6010 County Farm Road Ballston Spa, NY 12020
Instructor: B. Myers
Time: 6:30 pm

Text: Fire and Emergency Services Company Officer 5th Edition (IFSTA)
A LAPTOP COMPUTER IS NEEDED TO PARTICIPATE IN THIS COURSE, PERSONNEL ARE REQUIRED TO HAVE A “TRAINING AUTHORIZATION LETTER” FROM YOUR CHIEF

To gain credit for Fire Officer 1 through the modular delivery, all five
modules must be completed within a two (2) year period.  This will start
when the student takes their first course of the series

Students that have previously taken Fireground Strategy & Tactics for First
Arriving Companies will receive credit for that module and will not have to
retake it.  If taken previously, the two-year completion time frame will not
include the FSTFAC completion.  The time frame will begin with completion
of another of the modules

Leadership and Supervision- 15 hours- Sept. 12, 14, 19, 21, 28, 2022

Firefighter Health and Safety- 12 hours October 3, 5, 10, 12, 2022

Company Training and Community Risk Reduction- 12 hours- October 17, 19, 24, 26, 2022

Emergency Response and Planning- Nov 2, 14, 16, 2022

Fireground Strategies and Tactics for First Arriving Companies December 5, 7, 12, 14, 19, 2022

Firefighter II is designed as the last step in initial level training for interior structural
firefighters and/or who will serve as team or group leaders under the general
supervision of an officer. It introduces new more advanced areas that will be expanded
in other training programs. This course will include Vehicle Extrication techniques giving
a firefighter the training components equivalent to those found within NFPA Firefighter
II Standard.
Firefighter II is based on objectives from NFPA Standard 1001, Firefighter Level II, and
consists of performance criteria in: incident command implementation, building
materials and collapse, special rescue, hydrant flow and operability, hose tools, foam
operations, flammable liquid/gases, detection, alarm systems, fire department
communications, pre-fire planning, special situations, strategy and tactics.
Course Length: 42 hours
Prerequisites: Firefighter I or equivalent and students must also be physically
capable of wearing SCBA and possess current medical clearance for SCBA use.
Students not possessing this prerequisite will not be allowed to participate for their
own safety. A completed “Training Authorization Letter” will meet this
requirement.
Location: Jonesville Fire Sta. 1
Instructor: P. Champagne
Times: 6:30pm – 930pm:  Sep 29, Oct 4, 6, 18, 24, 31 (classroom) 
6:30pm – 1030pm:  Oct 13, 14, 20, 27 and Nov 7 (skills) 
9am – 1pm:  Nov 5 (live fire) 

Dates: Sept. 29, Oct. 4, 6, 13, 14, 18, 20, 24, 27, 31, Nov 5, 7, 2022
Pre-register by calling Ed Tremblay @ 518-884-4702 and leave name, phone number and
agency affiliation or e mail: etremblay@saratogacountyny.gov

Fire Police course is based on the general Municipal Law 209-c and the rules and regulations of the Officer of Fire Prevention and Control and the Department of Criminal Justices. This course outlines how the Fire Police in New York State have powers and duties, while on duty with their fire departments, to protect the fire service from hazards on the scene of emergencies they may be operating. The Office of Fire Prevention and Control recognizes this vital part of any emergency scene that is performed on our streets every day.

The student attending this course will obtain the following knowledge and skill sets when attending this course:

– Laws, rules, and regulations on Fire Police as Peace Officers

– History of the fire service and fire police

– Personal Protective equipment

– Traffic Management situations as outlined under the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices

– Flagger training as outlined by the National Safety Council and New York State

– Incident management system under today’s guidelines of New York State and Federal Guidelines

– Crowd control and crime scene management practices

– Skills, exercises and written testing to obtain New York State certification as a Fire Police officer.

NOTE: PRIORITY WILL BE GIVEN TO THOSE ASSIGNED FIRE POLICE MEMBERS WHO HAVE NOT YET RECEIVED THIS REQUIRED TRAINING.

Location:         Saratoga County Fire Training Center

Instructors:     DeLong

Dates/ Times: August 9, 11, 16, 18, 25, 27×2, 2022

                        Saturday August 27 is 9:00 am – 3:00 pm +/-

PRE-REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED

mail to: etremblay@saratogacountyny.gov

Apparatus Operator – Emergency Vehicle Operation

provides vehicle operators with a better understanding of the seriousness of emergency vehicle operation. Based on objectives from National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) Standard 1002 Fire Apparatus Driver/Operator, Chapter 2, this course stimulates the thought processes to make students aware of the potential for tragedy and financial loss and of the legal and moral responsibilities encountered when operating an emergency vehicle.

Designed for: Fire service personnel

Course Length: 18 hours

Prerequisites: A valid driver’s license

Course number: 01-05-0004

A SIGNED TRAINING AUTHORIZATION FORM IS REQUIRED

Location: Wilton Fire Station #1

Instructor: SFI Williams       

Dates:        July18, 20, 22, 27, 29, 30×2, 2022

Time:         6:30 pm – 9:30 pm

Sat July 30^th 8:00 am – 2:00 pm +/-

Pre-registration is required by email to: etremblay@saratogacountyny.gov

Provide name, phone number and agency affiliation and NYS Student Training Number.

Truck Company Operations provides instruction for using ladder company equipment including operating ground ladders. Course includes instruction on duties and responsibilities of the ladder company, operating and maintaining specialized tools, ventilation, forcible entry, search, and building construction.

REMINDER: THIS IS NOT A CLASS ONLY FOR LADDER TRUCKS BUT SKILLS OF A TRUCK COMPANY

Prerequisites: Firefighter I or equivalent, and students must have a “Training Authorization Form” signed by the Chief indicating medical clearance for SCBA use and student is physically capable to wear SCBA and participate in the physical activities required in the class.

Location:         Porter Corners Fire

Instructor:       Barss

Time:               Week nights 6:30 pm – 9:30 pm

                        Saturday’s: 8:00 am – 2:00 pm (July 16th)

Dates:              July 13, 16×2, 18, 21, 27, August 1, 2, 2022

Pre-registration is required by email to: etremblay@saratogacountyny.gov

Provide name, phone number and agency affiliation and NYS Student Training Number.

Live Fire Training – NFPA 1403, 2018 Edition The purpose and intent of this course is to provide the student with basic understanding of the requirements of NFPA 1403 Standard on Live Fire Training Evolutions. It is intended that the student be provided with an introduction to 17 REVS 2/01/21 the necessary knowledge and tools to properly prepare and conduct live fire-training evolutions. This program provides an in-depth analysis of NFPA 1403; addressing evolutions at municipal training centers, gas fired training buildings and exterior props, vehicle fires and acquired structures and exterior class B fires. It is also designed to provide an overview of live fire training requirements, especially for responsible individuals such as commissioners and chiefs who may not be directly involved with the conduct or planning of these evolutions, but with whom may rest the ultimate responsibility for training within their jurisdiction.

This class is designed for: Commissioners, chief officers, presidents, members of boards of directors and elected officials who may have legal authority and responsibility for fire department live fire training activities and those who actually conduct live fire evolutions. (EVERYONE!)

Location:         Saratoga County Fire Training Center

Instructor:       P. Champagne

Time:               9:00 am

Dates:              Sat. July 16, 2022

Pre-registration is required by email to: etremblay@saratogacountyny.gov

Provide name, phone number and agency affiliation and NYS Student Training Number.