CEF009 – 4.00 Hours
Schedule
Address
TEEX-Internet Moodle Campus
Texas A&M University Systems Building
College Station, TX 77845
Instructor
TBA
Start Time
12:01 AM Thursday, April 01, 2021
This schedule is subject to change without notice. If you have not received confirmation of the class prior to the class start, please contact the division at (866) 878-8900 or esti@teex.tamu.edu to get the latest schedule.
Course Description
Whether through a window, door or wall; using a cutting, prying, or striking tool; forcible entry is more than just kicking in a door. Sometimes we conduct forcible while inflicting the least amount of damage possible, other times forcible entry involves creating large openings in the entire structure. To achieve the best outcome based on the situation the firefighter must have a working knowledge of tool selection, forcible entry techniques, and an understanding of property features. Failure to understand the principles of forcible entry can cause unnecessary damage to facilities resulting in loss of public trust all the way to firefighters being injured by inappropriate techniques. Forcible entry is accomplished to not only gain access to a property, but also ensures firefighters can egress a property if conditions or tactics change. This course offers an interactive practice session and a module quiz based off IFSTA Essentials of Firefighting 7th edition. This course satisfies: NFPA 1001 4.3.4, 4.3.9, 4.3.11, 4.5.1
Prerequisites
There are no prerequisites for this course.
Course Completion Requirements
Technical Requirements
In order to successfully complete this course, you should have access to computer equipment meeting the following system requirements:
- Recommended screen resolution: 1280 x 1024
- Minimum screen resolution: 1024 x 768
- Broadband or high speed internet
- Latest version of Chrome, Firefox, Internet Explorer or Safari web browsers
- Latest version of Flash
- Latest version of Adobe Reader
Text Book
Students are expected to use the Essentials of Firefighting, 7th Edition Manual
Attendance Requirements
To meet attendance requirements, participants must review each training module and complete all required course assignments, activities, quizzes, and/or end of course exam.
Topics
- Forcible Entry Locksets and Tools.
- Forcing Entry Through Doors, Windows, Walls, Floors, Fences and Gates
Suggested Audience
Individuals seeking continuing education in the fire service.
Continuing Education And Professional Credits
- 4.00 hours – Texas Commission of Fire Protection (TCFP)
- State Firefighters’ and Fire Marshals’ Association of Texas (SFFMA)