Resource ID:
13498
Grade Range:
10, 11, 12
In this lesson, students will discuss firefighter training programs, expectations, and requirements. Additionally, students will research local fire department hiring requirements and Texas Firefighter Specialty Certifications that are of personal…
Resource ID:
13500
Grade Range:
10, 11, 12
In this lesson, students will review the requirements to become a certified firefighter instructor, and they will prepare and deliver a 20-minute lesson from the Firefighter I curriculum.
Resource ID:
13488
Grade Range:
10, 11, 12
In this lesson, students will explore the components of a Members Assistance Program (MAP), and have the opportunity to discover how these programs resolve some of the issues faced by firefighters.
Resource ID:
13514
Grade Range:
10, 11, 12
In this lesson , students will discuss the operation and testing of fire safety devices, accountability systems, potential hazards, and safe operation at emergency scenes.
Resource ID:
13529
Grade Range:
11, 12
In this lesson, students will understand the principles of fire extinguishment, determine fire stream and line selection, practice using nozzles, hose appliances, and hose tools, and practice cleaning hoses.
Resource ID:
13525
Grade Range:
11, 12
In this lesson, students will be expected to identify various rescue equipment as well as conduct a mock search and rescue drill.
Resource ID:
13745
Grade Range:
9, 10, 11, 12
Many LPSCS professionals are first responders. In order to sustain life until medical personnel arrive on the scene, first responders must know emergency medical procedures in first aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR). In this lesson, students…
Resource ID:
13520
Grade Range:
10, 11, 12
In this lesson, students will understand how to effectively perform forcible entry techniques used by fire personnel to gain entry into buildings, vehicles, aircraft, and other areas of confinement when normal means of entry are locked or blocked.
Resource ID:
13739
Grade Range:
9, 10, 11, 12
In this lesson, students will discuss collaboration between agencies in the criminal justice system. Students will also complete a scenario-based activity, in which they will work together to form a collaborative solution to a problem.
Resource ID:
13510
Grade Range:
10, 11, 12
In this lesson, students will discuss hazmat operations and placards, and respond appropriately to hazmat incidents in a scenario based activity. Students will identify the presence of hazardous materials (hazmat) or weapons of mass destruction (WMD),…
Resource ID:
13523
Grade Range:
11, 12
In this lesson, students will be expected to roll a salvage cover and spread a salvage cover using the one-firefighter method. If loss control at a fire scene is not properly conducted there is a danger of rekindles, lost evidence, and greater damage to…
Resource ID:
13749
Grade Range:
9, 10, 11, 12
In this lesson, students will discuss and apply mathematics and science applications in LPSCS. Additionally, students will research requirements for a career in LPSCS and describe how math and science apply to hiring and educational requirements.
Resource ID:
13502
Grade Range:
10, 11, 12
National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 1500: Standard on Fire Department Occupational Safety and Health Program specifies the minimum safety requirements for the fire departments that provide rescue, fire suppression, emergency medical services,…
Resource ID:
13506
Grade Range:
10, 11, 12
In this lesson, students will analyze the physical states of matter of fuels, and complete a situational awareness exercise in which they will demonstrate and discuss the methods of fire control/attack.
Resource ID:
13547
Grade Range:
11, 12
In this lesson, students will have the opportunity to participate in a fire extinguisher training, as well as map out fire extinguishers at their school and check their inspection tags, size, types, etc.
Resource ID:
13516
Grade Range:
10, 11, 12
In this lesson, students will discuss and demonstrate skills associated with emergency power supplies and lighting for overall scene safety.
Resource ID:
13743
Grade Range:
9, 10, 11, 12
In this lessons, students will explore safety and handling of hazardous materials. Students will research common health and safety concerns in an LPSCS workplace and develop solutions for these concerns.
Resource ID:
13473
Grade Range:
10, 11, 12
In this lesson, students will learn about the Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA), that allows firefighters to perform their duties in toxic environments. Students will also learn limitations of the SCBA, conduct an SCBA inspection, and replace a…
Resource ID:
13476
Grade Range:
10, 11, 12
In this lesson, students will learn the about the Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA) used by firefighters. Students will also demonstrate and describe the "operational check" of a SCBA and a PASS device.
Resource ID:
13468
Grade Range:
10, 11, 12
Fire department communications and their effectiveness are vital factors in the success or failure of fire service operations. Employees of a communications center need to have proper speech and radio etiquette, understand the importance of concise…