FS 163 — HAZMAT EMERGENCY RESPONSE FIRST RESPONDER OPERATIONAL
Provides students with a fundamental knowledge of the factors affecting operating procedures at a hazardous materials (hazmat) incident. Improves the capabilities of the First Responder to respond to a hazmat event in a safe and competent manner, within the typical resource and capability limits at the "operational" level. Emphasizes the requirements of the California State Board of Fire Services Certified Firefighter I training (Hazmat Operations), International Fire Service Accreditation Congress (IFSAC) standards, and Professional Qualifications (ProBoard) requirements. Meets the First Responder Operational Hazmat Emergency Response certified course requirements of California Code of Regulations (CCR) Title 19, Division 2, Chapter 1, Subchapter 2, Sections 2510-2560. This course is intended for current or future public safety personnel. [D; CSU]