FIRETEC 420 - Fire Inspector 1A: Duties and Administration

    Recent Professors
    P. Overstreet-Murphy
    Recent Semesters
    Spring 2027
    Class Size
    30 students
    Difficulty
    4.1Lightout of 10
    Credits
    2
    Spring 2027 Sections
    View Spring 2027 sections of FIRETEC 420
    Transfers To
    Not transferable
    Description
    Provides fundamental information regarding the responsibility and authority for fire inspections, principles and procedures used to correct fire hazards, and occupancy classifications. Course assumes familiarity with firefighting procedures and protocols, as it is designed for certified fire personnel. Non-firefighters are permitted to take the course, however they are ineligible to apply for the State Fire Marshall CFSTES certificate upon successful completion of the course. The Fire Prevention Inspector courses are designed for (1) Students who are seeking a career as a Fire Inspector working within a fire department fire prevention bureau, (2) Fire Professionals preparing for the California State Board of Fire Service for Fire Inspector Certification, and (3) Individuals seeking employment as an inspector within Corporate Industry. Upon successful completion of Fire 420-423 with a score of 80% or higher on the final examination, the student and fire professional will receive a Certificate of Completion from The California Fire Service Training and Education System (CFSTES). To become certified as a Fire Inspector I the applicant must meet all requirements as set forth by the Office of the State Fire Marshall, State Fire Training.
    Usually Held
    Sat 9:00am–4:50pm