( NPFVOA Core Safety Training Class Series )

Basic Fire Prevention & Control (16 hrs)

Satisfies the STCW Basic Safety Training Firefighting requirement

(2 days) $400 members | $450 non-members | Class Schedule

The first day of class is spent at NPFVOA learning fire prevention, detection, equipment and firefighting strategies. Participants learn fire control theory and gain experience at using portable fire extinguishers, SCBAs, fixed fire suppression systems and water hoses.

The second day of class is hands-on practice at fighting fires under very realistic circumstances at the Washington Fire Training Academy using a 147-foot vessel simulator and a variety of other props.

In this slideshow, a class at the Washington Fire Training Academy practices what they've learned about fighting fires safely and effectively.