Orr Area Firefighter I/II & HazMat Operator Initial

Orr Firefighter I/II & HazMat Operations Training

Firefighter 1, Firefighter 2, and HazMat Operator Skills Program

Start Your Fire Service Journey in Orr, Minnesota

Orr Fire Department is hosting a comprehensive Firefighter I/II & HazMat Operations hybrid course, ideal for new firefighters preparing to enter the fire service with confidence and skill. This program features flexible online coursework paired with two intensive skills weekends focused on real-world fireground operations.

Online learning begins mid January and must be completed prior to the in-person weekends.

🔥 Skills Weekend Dates

Weekend 1: March 13–15, 2026

Weekend 2: March 27–29, 2026

Training Schedule:
• Friday: 6:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.
• Saturday: 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.
• Sunday: 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.

Location: Orr Fire Department

Attendance at both weekends is required for completion.

🔥 What This Course Covers

Firefighter I & II Skills

• Interior fire attack and nozzle control
• SCBA use, confidence, and survival drills
• Search and rescue fundamentals
• Forcible entry using halligans, axes, and K-tools
• Ladder operations and ventilation
• Hose deployment and advancement
• Fire behavior and tactical considerations
• Fireground communication, teamwork, and accountability

HazMat Operations Skills

• Recognizing hazardous materials
• Identifying risks
• Establishing operational perimeters
• Defensive actions to protect responders and the public

🔥 Why Choose This Program?

• Meets practical skills requirements for Firefighter I, Firefighter II, and HazMat Operations
• Heavy focus on realistic, hands-on fireground skill building
• Ideal for new recruits and departments preparing members for operational readiness
• Fully MBFTE reimbursable
• Taught by experienced instructors with real-world fireground backgrounds

Take Your First Step Into the Fire Service With Confidence

Registration is open now — early sign-up encouraged