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2021 - 2022 Cowley College Academic Catalog 
    
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FIR5500 - Hazardous Materials for First Responders


3 hour(s)
Elective Type: Elective
Special Funding Identifier: KS Excel in CTE Initiative
Schedule Note: Fall Only
Description This course is designed to meet the learning objectives/performance objectives specified by the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) standard 472. The course is also designed to prepare the student for the Hazardous Materials Operations-Level certification process. Upon completion of the course, the student will develop competencies to increase understanding and skills in managing hazardous material releases, hazardous material decontamination, and personal protective equipment used during hazardous material incidents.

Prerequisite(s):  Age Restriction: Students must be 18 years of age to take the state certification test.  Co-enrollment in FIR5501- Firefighter I.
 

 

Course Outcomes/Procedures: FIR5500 Hazardous Materials for First Responders Course Procedure  
Co-requisite(s): FIR5501 - Firefighter I  



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