FT 305 - Firefighter Safety and Survival

    Recent Professors
    Zeff B. Nathaniel, Michael S. Lilienthal
    Recent Semesters
    Spring 2026, Spring 2025
    Class Size
    Not published
    Credits
    3
    Prerequisite
    None.
    Spring 2026 Sections
    View Spring 2026 sections of FT 305
    Transfers To
    CSU
    Description
    The course introduces the principles and history related to the national firefighter life safety initiatives, focusing on the need for cultural and behavioral changes throughout the emergency services profession. Emphasis is placed on occupational health and safety of firefighters as well as their personal and organizational accountability. Topics include safety, risk management, medical and fitness standards, industry standards relating to vehicle operation and road scene safety as well as firefighter fatality case studies and analysis. The course emphasizes best safety practices before, during, and after the emergency incident. This course meets Emergency Services 263 the National Fire Academy, Fire and Emergency Services Higher Education (FESHE) curriculum model for Principles of Fire and Emergency Services Safety and Survival.