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:        Public Safety Building

Instructors:    DeLong/ Yetto

Dates/ Times: September 13, 14, 20, 21, 27, October 2×2, 2021

7:00 pm – 10:00 pm

Saturday October 2 is 9:00 am – 3:00 pm +/-

PRE-REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED

BY CALLING ED TREMBLAY @ 884-4702

LEAVE NAME, PHONE NUMBER, AND AGENCY AFFILIATION

Or e- mail to: etremblay@saratogacountyny.gov

Vehicle Rescue: Operations Level (VROL) Provides hands-on training in motor vehicle rescue and extrication techniques while stressing the need for scene safety and vehicle stabilization. It includes rescue theory, rescue life cycle, new technology in automotive design and rescue tools and their uses.

Course Length: 20 hours

Prerequisites: Firefighter I; Basic Firefighter; or Firefighting Essentials, or BEFO (formerly known as Scene Support Operations), or basic level EMS training.

TO PARTICIPATE IN THIS COURSE, PERSONNEL ARE REQUIRED TO HAVE A “TRAINING AUTHORIZATION LETTER” FROM YOUR CHIEF.

Classroom Portion: All attendees

Location:         Clifton Park Fire Station

Instructor:       Yetto/ Barss/ Purcell

Time:               6:30 pm – 9:30 pm

Dates:             October 25, 27, 2021

To receive credit for the course, students MUST attend the October 25^th and 27^th classes and ONE (1) of the following three (3) Skills Sessions:

	Day/ Date	Time	Location
Session #1	Fri 10/29/2021 Sat 10/30/2021	6:30 pm – 10:30 pm 8:00 am – 4:00 pm	Porter Corners Fire
Session #2	Fri 11/05/2021 Sat 11/06/2021	6:30 pm – 10:30 pm 8:00 am – 4:00 pm	Halfmoon Fire Station #2
Session #3	Fri 11/12/2021 Sat 11/13/2021	6:30 pm – 10:30 pm 8:00 am – 4:00 pm	Ballston Spa Fire

Pre-register by e-mailing registration information to etremblay@saratogacountyny.gov  Or call @ (518) 884-4702 and leave name, phone number and agency affiliation.

Firefighter II isdesigned 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:    Fire Training Center

Instructor:   Purcell

Dates:          August 31,

September 2, 7, 9, 14, 16, 18×2, 21, 23, 28, 30, 2021

Times:         Start: 6:30 pm – 9:30 or 10:30 pm

Pre-register by calling Ed Tremblay @ 884-4702 and leave name, phone number and agency affiliation or e mail: etremblay@saratogacountyny.gov

Fireground Strategies and Tactics for First Arriving Companies Course is designed for the first arriving officer at any incident. The primary focus of this course is structural firefighting but the lessons learned are applicable for any emergency scene. Elements of this course include scene size-up, decision making, determining incident strategies, and making tactical assignments. Also included are lessons on building construction, fire behavior and growth as well lessons for operating at common non-fire incidents such as motor vehicle accidents, propane and natural gas emergencies, and other typical non-fire emergencies. In addition to lecture and classroom activities this course utilizes scenarios to allow participants to employ their newly learned skills in real time. Course length: 15 hours.

Prerequisite: Firefighter I, or Basic Firefighter, or Firefighting Essentials Required

Text: Fire and Emergency Services Company Officer 5th Edition (IFSTA)

TO PARTICIPATE IN THIS COURSE, PERSONNEL ARE REQUIRED TO HAVE A “TRAINING AUTHORIZATION LETTER” FROM YOUR CHIEF.

Location:         County Fire Training Center

Instructor:       B. Myers

Time:               7:00 pm

Dates:              December 1, 6, 8, 13, 15, 2021

Pre-register by e-mail registration information to: etremblay@saratogacountyny.gov

Provide name, agency affiliation, and phone contact information.

You can also call: Ed Tremblay @ 884-4702 and leave the same information.

• The modular format and the current offering will contain the same content.  It will make no difference which version a student takes.  Both options will be available to counties
• Students will not be allowed to jump from one format to another.  However, we will develop a system for students to make up missed units across the two formats
• The modular format will consist of five (5) independent courses.  Each course will have a unique course number and will be indicated on a student’s training record
• The longest module is approximately 15 hours long and the shortest will be 9
• Upon completion of the five modules, students will receive credit for completion of Fire Officer 1.  We are working on the administrative system for keeping track of completed modules. 
• This WILL NOT give them national certification.  That will still be offered as a stand-alone exam
• The five modules may be scheduled in any order by the county
• The modules may be taken in any order by the student
• 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
• The testing component will be based on smaller unit exams rather than a large end of course test
• The five modules are currently entitled: Preliminary Schedule
  • Leadership and Supervision- 15 hours- Sept. 8, 13, 15, 20, 22, 2021
  • Firefighter Health and Safety- 12 hours Sept. 29, Oct. 4, 6, 13, 2021
  • Company Training and Community Risk Reduction- 12 hours- October 25, 27, Nov 1, 3, 2021
  • Emergency Response and Planning- Nov 8, 10, 15, 2021
  • Fireground Strategies and Tactics for First Arriving Companies December 1, 6, 8, 13, 15, 2021

The Officer Development – Planning and Emergency Response course provides current and potential fire officers with a basic knowledge of building construction, commonly found fire protection features, conducting a pre-incident plan survey, determining what elements to include in a pre-incident survey, and developing and managing pre-incident plans. Additionally, this course covers the company officer’s responsibilities as they relate to the post-incident analysis process. This course is based upon the requirements found in Chapter 4 of NFPA 1021, Standard for Fire Officer Professional Qualifications. Course length: 9 hours

Prerequisite: Firefighter I, or Basic Firefighter, or Firefighting Essentials Required

Text: Fire and Emergency Services Company Officer 5th Edition (IFSTA)

TO PARTICIPATE IN THIS COURSE, PERSONNEL ARE REQUIRED TO HAVE A “TRAINING AUTHORIZATION LETTER” FROM YOUR CHIEF.

Location:         Saratoga County Public Safety Building

                          6020 County Farm Road Ballston Spa, NY 12020

Instructor:       B. Myers

Time:               7:00 pm

Dates:              November 8, 10, 15, 2021

Pre-register by e-mail registration information to: etremblay@saratogacountyny.gov

Provide name, agency affiliation, and phone contact information.

You can also call: Ed Tremblay @ 884-4702 and leave the same information.

• The modular format and the current offering will contain the same content.  It will make no difference which version a student takes.  Both options will be available to counties
• Students will not be allowed to jump from one format to another.  However, we will develop a system for students to make up missed units across the two formats
• The modular format will consist of five (5) independent courses.  Each course will have a unique course number and will be indicated on a student’s training record
• The longest module is approximately 15 hours long and the shortest will be 9
• Upon completion of the five modules, students will receive credit for completion of Fire Officer 1.  We are working on the administrative system for keeping track of completed modules. 
• This WILL NOT give them national certification.  That will still be offered as a stand-alone exam
• The five modules may be scheduled in any order by the county
• The modules may be taken in any order by the student
• 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
• The testing component will be based on smaller unit exams rather than a large end of course test
• The five modules are currently entitled: Preliminary Schedule
  • Leadership and Supervision- 15 hours- Sept. 8, 13, 15, 20, 22, 2021
  • Firefighter Health and Safety- 12 hours Sept. 29, Oct. 4, 6, 13, 2021
  • Company Training and Community Risk Reduction- 12 hours- October 25, 27, Nov 1, 3, 2021
  • Emergency Response and Planning- Nov 8, 10, 15, 2021
  • Fireground Strategies and Tactics for First Arriving Companies December 1, 6, 8, 13, 15, 2021

The Officer Development – Company Training & Community Risk Reduction course provides current and potential fire officers with a basic knowledge of how to determine company-level training needs, teaching from a lesson plan, documentation of training activities, and different methods to conduct company-level training. Additionally, this course covers the basic responsibilities of the fire officer as they relate to community relations, company-level building inspections, and community risk reduction. This course is based upon the requirements found in Chapter 4 of NFPA 1021, Standard for Fire Officer Professional Qualifications. Course length: 12 hours.

Prerequisite: Firefighter I, or Basic Firefighter, or Firefighting Essentials Required

Text: Fire and Emergency Services Company Officer 5th Edition (IFSTA)

TO PARTICIPATE IN THIS COURSE, PERSONNEL ARE REQUIRED TO HAVE A “TRAINING AUTHORIZATION LETTER” FROM YOUR CHIEF.

Location:         Saratoga County Public Safety Building

                          6012 County Farm Road Ballston Spa, NY 12020

Instructor:       B. Myers

Time:               7:00 pm

Dates:              October 25, 27, November 1, 3, 2021

Pre-register by e-mail registration information to: etremblay@saratogacountyny.gov

Provide name, agency affiliation, and phone contact information.

You can also call: Ed Tremblay @ 884-4702 and leave the same information.

• The modular format and the current offering will contain the same content.  It will make no difference which version a student takes.  Both options will be available to counties
• Students will not be allowed to jump from one format to another.  However, we will develop a system for students to make up missed units across the two formats
• The modular format will consist of five (5) independent courses.  Each course will have a unique course number and will be indicated on a student’s training record
• The longest module is approximately 15 hours long and the shortest will be 9
• Upon completion of the five modules, students will receive credit for completion of Fire Officer 1.  We are working on the administrative system for keeping track of completed modules. 
• This WILL NOT give them national certification.  That will still be offered as a stand-alone exam
• The five modules may be scheduled in any order by the county
• The modules may be taken in any order by the student
• 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
• The testing component will be based on smaller unit exams rather than a large end of course test
• The five modules are currently entitled: Preliminary Schedule
  • Leadership and Supervision- 15 hours- Sept. 8, 13, 15, 20, 22, 2021
  • Firefighter Health and Safety- 12 hours Sept. 29, Oct. 4, 6, 13, 2021
  • Company Training and Community Risk Reduction- 12 hours- October 25, 27, Nov 1, 3, 2021
  • Emergency Response and Planning- Nov 8, 10, 15, 2021
  • Fireground Strategies and Tactics for First Arriving Companies December 1, 6, 8, 13, 15, 2021

The Officer Development – Firefighter Health & Safety course provides current and potential fire officers with a basic knowledge of effective communications for both administrative functions and for emergency incidents. Students are provided activities to apply skills learned for oral and written communications in addition to conducting a size up based on emergency incidents. Additionally, this course provided the Company Officer with the skills needed to identify and prevent common safety hazards and to perform an initial accident investigation. This course is based upon the requirements found in Chapter 4 of NFPA 1021, Standard for Fire Officer Professional Qualifications. Course length: 12 hours.

Prerequisite: Firefighter I, or Basic Firefighter, or Firefighting Essentials Required

Text: Fire and Emergency Services Company Officer 5th Edition (IFSTA)

TO PARTICIPATE IN THIS COURSE, PERSONNEL ARE REQUIRED TO HAVE A “TRAINING AUTHORIZATION LETTER” FROM YOUR CHIEF.

Location:         Saratoga County Public Safety Building

                          6020 County Farm Road Ballston Spa, NY 12020

Instructor:       B. Myers

Time:               7:00 pm

Dates:              September 29, October 4, 6, 13, 2021

Pre-register by e-mail registration information to: etremblay@saratogacountyny.gov

Provide name, agency affiliation, and phone contact information.

You can also call: Ed Tremblay @ 884-4702 and leave the same information.

• The modular format and the current offering will contain the same content.  It will make no difference which version a student takes.  Both options will be available to counties
• Students will not be allowed to jump from one format to another.  However, we will develop a system for students to make up missed units across the two formats
• The modular format will consist of five (5) independent courses.  Each course will have a unique course number and will be indicated on a student’s training record
• The longest module is approximately 15 hours long and the shortest will be 9
• Upon completion of the five modules, students will receive credit for completion of Fire Officer 1.  We are working on the administrative system for keeping track of completed modules. 
• This WILL NOT give them national certification.  That will still be offered as a stand-alone exam
• The five modules may be scheduled in any order by the county
• The modules may be taken in any order by the student
• 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
• The testing component will be based on smaller unit exams rather than a large end of course test
• The five modules are currently entitled: Preliminary Schedule
  • Leadership and Supervision- 15 hours- Sept. 8, 13, 15, 20, 22, 2021
  • Firefighter Health and Safety- 12 hours Sept. 29, Oct. 4, 6, 13, 2021
  • Company Training and Community Risk Reduction- 12 hours- October 25, 27, Nov 1, 3, 2021
  • Emergency Response and Planning- Nov 8, 10, 15, 2021
  • Fireground Strategies and Tactics for First Arriving Companies December 1, 6, 8, 13, 15, 2021

Leadership and Supervision

The Officer Development – Leadership & Supervision course provides current and potential fire officers with a fundamental knowledge of the duties, responsibilities, and leadership required to be successful as a fire officer. Additionally, this course covers the basic responsibilities of the fire officer as they relate to human resources management as well as common administrative functions. This course is based upon the requirements found in Chapter 4 of NFPA 1021, Standard for Fire Officer Professional Qualifications. Course length: 15 hours.

Prerequisite: Firefighter I, or Basic Firefighter, or Firefighting Essentials Required

Text: Fire and Emergency Services Company Officer 5th Edition (IFSTA)

TO PARTICIPATE IN THIS COURSE, PERSONNEL ARE REQUIRED TO HAVE A “TRAINING AUTHORIZATION LETTER” FROM YOUR CHIEF.

Location:         Saratoga County Fire Training Center

                          County Farm Road Ballston Spa, NY 12020

Instructor:       B. Myers

Time:               7:00 pm

Dates:              September 8, 13, 15, 20, 22, 2021

Pre-register by e-mail registration information to: etremblay@saratogacountyny.gov

Provide name, agency affiliation, and phone contact information.

You can also call: Ed Tremblay @ 884-4702 and leave the same information.

• The modular format and the current offering will contain the same content.  It will make no difference which version a student takes.  Both options will be available to counties
• Students will not be allowed to jump from one format to another.  However, we will develop a system for students to make up missed units across the two formats
• The modular format will consist of five (5) independent courses.  Each course will have a unique course number and will be indicated on a student’s training record
• The longest module is approximately 15 hours long and the shortest will be 9
• Upon completion of the five modules, students will receive credit for completion of Fire Officer 1.  We are working on the administrative system for keeping track of completed modules. 
• This WILL NOT give them national certification.  That will still be offered as a stand-alone exam
• The five modules may be scheduled in any order by the county
• The modules may be taken in any order by the student
• 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
• The testing component will be based on smaller unit exams rather than a large end of course test
• The five modules are currently entitled: Preliminary Schedule
  • Leadership and Supervision- 15 hours- Current Announcement
  • Firefighter Health and Safety- 12 hours Sept. 29, Oct. 4, 6, 13, 2021
  • Company Training and Community Risk Reduction- 12 hours- October 25, 27, Nov 1, 3, 2021
  • Emergency Response and Planning- Nov 8, 10, 15, 2021
  • Fireground Strategies and Tactics for First Arriving Companies December 1, 6, 8, 13, 15, 2021

SARATOGA COUNTY FIRE TRAINING

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:     Vischer Ferry Fire Sta. 1

Instructor:    D. Yetto

Times:         6:30 PM – 10:30 PM

                    Sat. June 5th 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM +/-

Dates:          May 27, June 1, 3, 5×2, 9, 11, 15, 17, 22, 24, 29, 2021

Pre-register by calling Ed Tremblay @ 518-884-4702 and leave name, phone number and agency affiliation or e mail: etremblay@saratogacountyny.gov

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 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!)

This is a 1 unit, 4 hours class

Location: Middle Grove Fire Station Instructor: B. Myers Time: 6:30 pm Dates: April 27, 2021	Location: Gansevoort Fire Station Instructor: B. Myers Time: 6:30 pm Dates: May 5, 2021
Location: Charlton Fire Station Instructor: P. Champagne Time: 9:00 am Dates: Sat. May 22, 2021	Location: Clifton Park Fire Station Instructor: P. Champagne Time: 9:00 am Dates: Saturday June 5, 2021

Pre-registration is required by calling Ed Tremblay @ 518-884-4702 or email to: etremblay@saratogacountyny.gov

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