Industrial Firefighter Course

Lesson 1 • Industrial Fire Hazard Classification

Teaches classification of fires by fuel type and industrial context. Connects hazard categories to appropriate suppression agents and tactics.

Lesson 2 • Fire Science and Combustion Principles

Covers the fire tetrahedron, heat transfer modes, and combustion chemistry. Provides the physical science base needed for all subsequent firefighting decisions.

Lesson 3 • Roles and Responsibilities of Industrial Firefighters

Defines the industrial firefighter's duties within a site emergency response structure. Clarifies authority levels, accountability, and coordination with public fire services.

Lesson 1 • Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA) Operations

Teaches SCBA donning, air management, and emergency procedures. Proper SCBA use is the primary defence against toxic atmospheres in industrial fires.

Lesson 2 • Emergency Egress and Self-Rescue Techniques

Develops skills for escaping disorientation, entrapment, and low-visibility conditions. Builds the muscle memory required to exit safely when primary egress is blocked.

Lesson 3 • Chemical Protective Clothing for Fire Environments

Addresses vapour-protective and splash-protective suits used when chemical hazards accompany fire. Connects suit selection to chemical compatibility data.

Lesson 1 • Fixed Suppression and Detection Systems

Explains sprinkler, deluge, gaseous, and foam-fixed systems common in industrial facilities. Understanding system activation logic supports manual firefighting coordination.

Lesson 2 • Foam Agents for Hydrocarbon Fires

Covers AFFF, alcohol-resistant foam, and high-expansion foam properties and application rates. Foam selection directly affects suppression speed on flammable liquid fires.

Lesson 3 • Dry Chemical, CO2, and Clean Agents

Teaches the chemistry and deployment of non-water agents for electrical, metal, and enclosed-space fires. Correct agent choice prevents re-ignition and equipment damage.

Lesson 4 • Water-Based Suppression Fundamentals

Explains water's cooling and smothering mechanisms and its limitations on certain fuels. Establishes the baseline agent before introducing specialised alternatives.

Lesson 1 • Nozzle Types and Flow Rate Control

Teaches smooth-bore, combination, and foam nozzle operation and flow-rate selection. Nozzle choice determines stream reach, penetration, and agent application effectiveness.

Lesson 2 • Industrial Hose Types and Coupling Systems

Covers hose construction, pressure ratings, and coupling standards used in industrial settings. Correct hose selection prevents burst failure and maintains flow integrity.

Lesson 3 • Industrial Water Supply and Hydrant Systems

Explains industrial hydrant networks, fire water storage, and pump house operations. Reliable water supply is the foundation of sustained suppression operations.

Lesson 1 • Tank Farm and Bulk Storage Fire Tactics

Applies foam and cooling strategies to fixed-roof, floating-roof, and cone-roof tank fires. Tactical decisions account for tank geometry, product type, and foam application method.

Lesson 2 • Pressurised Gas Fire and Leak Response

Covers jet fire, torch fire, and unignited gas release tactics. Correct response prevents ignition of unburned gas clouds and catastrophic vessel failure.

Lesson 3 • Flammable Liquid Fire Behaviour

Analyses boilover, slopover, frothover, and pool fire dynamics. Understanding liquid fire behaviour drives correct foam application timing and positioning.

Lesson 4 • LPG and Cryogenic Liquid Emergencies

Addresses LPG, LNG, and cryogenic liquid spill and fire response. Cryogenic hazards require specialised PPE and tactics distinct from standard flammable liquid response.

Lesson 1 • Hazmat Identification and Information Resources

Trains use of placards, safety data sheets, and emergency response guides for rapid hazard identification. Accurate identification determines PPE level and suppression agent selection.

Lesson 2 • Radiation and Biological Hazard Awareness

Provides awareness-level knowledge of radiological and biological hazards that may accompany industrial fires. Establishes boundaries for industrial firefighter action versus specialist response.

Lesson 3 • Toxic and Corrosive Material Fire Tactics

Covers suppression and containment strategies for fires releasing toxic gases or corrosive vapours. Runoff control and decontamination prevent secondary casualties and environmental harm.

Lesson 1 • Rapid Intervention Team (RIT) Deployment

Trains the rapid intervention team (RIT) in locating and extracting downed firefighters. RIT activation is triggered by Mayday and requires pre-staged equipment and rehearsed procedures.

Lesson 2 • Confined Space Rescue at Fire Incidents

Addresses entry, retrieval, and atmospheric monitoring for confined space rescues during fire events. Confined space rescue requires permit verification and standby rescue team readiness.

Lesson 3 • Victim Removal and Carry Techniques

Covers one- and two-rescuer carries, drags, and mechanical advantage systems for victim extraction. Technique selection depends on victim condition, distance, and terrain.

Lesson 1 • Accountability and Rehabilitation

Covers personnel accountability systems and firefighter rehabilitation standards during extended operations. Accountability prevents freelancing and rehabilitation reduces heat-related casualties.

Lesson 2 • Post-Incident Analysis and Reporting

Guides structured after-action review, report writing, and corrective action tracking. Systematic analysis converts incident experience into improved procedures and training.

Lesson 3 • Incident Command System (ICS) for Industrial Fires

Applies the incident command system (ICS) structure to industrial fire scenarios with multiple hazards. Unified command and span-of-control principles prevent co-ordination failures.

Lesson 4 • Size-Up and Tactical Decision-Making

Develops systematic size-up methodology for industrial fire scenes with dynamic hazards. Accurate size-up drives mode selection between offensive, defensive, and transitional tactics.