Advanced Fire Incident Command and Control for Fire Officers

Advanced Fire Incident Command and Control for Fire Officers

Course Overview

This 5-day intensive course equips fire officers with advanced skills and strategies to manage complex fire incidents effectively. It covers incident command systems, decision-making under pressure, resource management, and inter-agency coordination to enhance operational efficiency and safety during emergencies.

Target Audience

• Senior fire officers and incident commanders.
• Fire service professionals aspiring to leadership roles.
• Emergency response coordinators and managers.
• Personnel involved in inter-agency fire and rescue operations.

Course Objectives

• To enhance understanding of advanced fire incident command principles.
• To develop critical decision-making skills under high-pressure scenarios.
• To learn effective resource allocation and personnel management techniques.
• To strengthen inter-agency coordination and communication.
• To refine post-incident analysis and improvement strategies.

Day-by-Day Course Outline

Day 1: Principles of Advanced Incident Command

• Review of incident command systems (ICS).
• Command roles and responsibilities.
• Situational awareness and dynamic risk assessment.
• Establishing and maintaining control at the scene.

Learning Outcome:

Participants will understand the foundational elements of advanced incident command and the importance of maintaining control during emergencies.

Day 2: Decision-Making Under Pressure

• The psychology of decision-making in crisis.
• Prioritising actions and managing resources.
• Scenario-based decision-making exercises.
• Handling stress and fatigue in command roles

Learning Outcome:

Participants will acquire skills to make effective decisions under challenging conditions.

Day 3: Resource Management and Allocation

• Principles of resource management in fire incidents.
• Deployment of personnel and equipment.
• Monitoring and adapting resource use during operations.
• Case studies of effective and ineffective resource management.

Learning Outcome:

Participants will develop strategies for optimal resource utilisation in complex incidents.

Day 4: Inter-Agency Coordination

• Communication protocols between agencies.
• Building effective multi-agency response frameworks.
• Resolving conflicts and ensuring unified command.
• Role of technology in coordination and communication.

Learning Outcome:

Participants will gain insights into fostering seamless inter-agency collaboration during fire emergencies.

Day 5: Post-Incident Analysis and Improvement

• Conducting after-action reviews (AARs).
• Identifying lessons learned and implementing improvements.
• Developing actionable recommendations.
• Building resilience and preparedness for future incidents.

Learning Outcome:

Participants will understand how to evaluate incidents and implement continuous improvement strategies.

By the End of the Course, Participants Will Learn:

• Advanced incident command principles and their application in fire emergencies.
• Effective decision-making strategies in high-stakes environments.
• Resource management and personnel deployment for optimal outcomes.
• Coordination techniques for multi-agency operations.
• Skills for post-incident evaluation and future preparedness.

Course Delivery Methods

• Expert-led lectures and multimedia presentations.
• Scenario-based simulations and role-playing exercises.
• Group discussions and collaborative problem-solving.
• Case study analysis of real-world fire incidents.
• Practical workshops with hands-on command simulations.

Course Dates and Venue locations:

Munich

20-24 Jan or 27-31 Jan 2025

The Certificate:

After attending and completing the entire ARUK training course, delegates will be
issued a Certificate of Completion

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4500 £ (Inc. VAT)