Rural Fire Ground Water Movement (RFWM) for Hempfield FD

Course Goal: Lecture/Lab Breakdown: 6/10 Students attending this program will become familiar with basic concepts and techniques utilizing large diameter hose and tank trucks to move water to the rural fire ground. They will demonstrate safe, efficient methods for moving water for fire extinguishment purposes. Description of Course: This course introduces the student to basic methods of water movement in the rural area for firefighting. Tank trucks and large diameter hose are utilized. Safe, efficient and recommended methods are discussed, demonstrated, and practiced. Prerequisites: Minimum age: 18 years old at start of course and ELIS. RECOMMENDED that student brings their TANKER on day of skills. Student Equipment & Supplies: Pen/Pencil, Notebook; and PPE. Course is a PSFA CEU program. Total hours = 16, CEUs = 1.6