Aircraft accidents pose unique challenges to municipal firefighters who may not have been specifically trained in aircraft rescue and firefighting techniques. Departments near an airport may be called on for aircraft-related incidents and should seek to train for a safe and effective response. In this course, we will discuss regulations, aviation specifics for response, extinguishing aircraft fires, search and rescue operations, hazmat mitigation, and scene preservation.
Aircraft rescue firefighting (ARFF) is a necessary skill for any fire department that is near an airport or along a flight path. This course discusses aircraft forcible entry, firefighting with the high reach extendible turret (HRET), and cargo aircraft firefighting. NFPA Standards: 440, 460, 1900.
Course Type: Full-length Course
Course Duration: 120 min
