South Carolina Fire Academy Current Programs

South Carolina Fire Academy Current Programs As of April 1, 2021. For real-time availability, please log on to the Fire Portal. *Costs referenced are for in-state local fire department members only. Course Code: 1123 Building Construction Awareness Hours: 16. *Cost: $5 Prereqs: n/a Description: Building construction methods and materials have an enormous impact on fire behavior and firefighter safety. To extinguish a fire in a building effectively and safely, one must have a fundamental working knowledge in these areas. In this awareness level course, you will learn about various types of building construction, the importance of the fire resistance for structural support elements, and the risks associated with performing fire-suppression activities inside and around buildings involved in fire. This course is meant to try and bridge between what the Firefighter and Fire Officer learns in his or her entry level training to make them more aware and educated decision-makers in their organization both on and off the fireground.

pressurized, relay pumping and static water sources. Students will participate in classroom and practical skill activities consisting of pump or ientation and pump operations, to include single and multiple hose line evolutions at both pressurized and static water sources. Students are encouraged to bring a calculator. Successful students

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