Resource ID:
13512
Grade Range:
10, 11, 12
Understanding the extinguishing characteristics of water, and the efficiency in which it extinguishers fire, is important for understanding strategies in which it will be applied. The primary way in which water extinguishes fire is by cooling (absorbing…
Resource ID:
13764
Grade Range:
10, 11, 12
In this lesson, students will discuss the different sources of law, the impact of legal issues on security services, and the regulations and requirements that affect security operations.
Resource ID:
13653
Grade Range:
10, 11, 12
This lesson teaches the students to analyze law related to victims and witnesses. Also encourages the students, to apply techniques used to assess risk in vehicle stops, to understand and analyze traffic laws contained in the Texas Transportation Code and…
Resource ID:
13508
Grade Range:
10, 11, 12
In this lesson, students will have the opportunity to properly demonstrate how to check a door for heat and how to check the heat level in a room. Additionally, students will have the opportunity to assess characteristics of fires and determine potential…
Resource ID:
13737
Grade Range:
9, 10, 11, 12
In this lesson, students will discuss fire department communications, fill out incident reports, simulate E-9-1-1 calls, practice using portable radios, and simulate radio traffic.
Resource ID:
13735
Grade Range:
10, 11, 12
In this lesson, students will explore the career opportunities associated with Fire Protection, and research the job responsibilities in the public and private sectors, such as the military, state, and federal governments.
Resource ID:
13484
Grade Range:
10, 11, 12
In this lesson, students will explore the regulations and mission of the fire service. Students will develop their own mission statement for a fire department, and they will interview firefighters to gain perspectives from individuals in the service.
Resource ID:
13470
Grade Range:
10, 11, 12
In this lesson, students will have the opportunity to explore the process of preparing for a fire service career by going through a mock hiring process and researching requirements.
Resource ID:
13486
Grade Range:
10, 11, 12
In this lesson, students will recognize when, how, and why accidents and injuries occur. Through scenario-based activities and individual and group exercises, students will have the opportunity to identify potential accidents and determine appropriate…
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:
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:
13394
Grade Range:
10, 11, 12
Correctional administrators face challenges involving staff, use of technology, and health care costs. These challenges have implications for the future of corrections. It is essential that correctional officers understand these issues and the…
Resource ID:
13678
Grade Range:
10, 11, 12
In this lesson, students will learn about different types of hate crimes. In addition, they will learn about why hate crimes occur, and the legislation surrounding hate crimes.
Resource ID:
13348
Grade Range:
10, 11, 12
This lesson, provides students the opportunity to learn about the special requirements for handling hazardous materials to maintain a safe working environment.
Resource ID:
13699
Grade Range:
10, 11, 12
This lesson is an introduction to the proper procedures for handling and managing explosives and other hazardous materials. A mock bomb threat and response activity is included.
Resource ID:
13741
Grade Range:
9, 10, 11, 12
In this lesson, students will discuss dangers for individuals employed in LPSCS, and how to manage wellness and stress levels.
