FI-110: Wildland Fire Observations & Origin Scene Protection

DESCRIPTION:

The primary emphasis of this course is to teach sound wildland fire observations and origin scene protection practices that enable first responders to a wildland fire scene to perform proper origin scene protection procedures. The course is presented by short lectures, electronic presentations, exercises, and class discussion.

OBJECTIVES:

• List various causes of wildland fires and their cause indicators.
• Perform the basic procedures and techniques needed to provide witness/observer information to fire investigators.
• Identify and protect wildland fire origin areas.