This course is designed for students who are or may be responsible for driving emergency vehicles. Students will receive a brief instructional presentation, then participate in driving simulator exercises that will enhance the lessons learned. Students will develop their skills through repeated practice of techniques. Emergency response scenarios will reinforce the use of these techniques and real-time decision making to avoid crashes.
One module is covered per DRIVE session. Students will be placed into the appropriate module during their first session in the DRIVE simulator. Students are encouraged to follow the progression of the modules and track their progress using the DRIVE Progress Card.
This course is designed to provide entry level wildland firefighter skills; including but not limited to basic incident command terminology relative to wildland firefighting positions, basic crew and resource configurations, tools, equipment and fundamental water handling concepts commonly used in wildland suppression operations. An integral part of the training covers safety issues and the mitigation concepts utilized to protect the firefighter in this dangerous environment. The student learns and hones these skills during realistic live fire exercises. Upon successful completion of this class, the student will walk away with an increased level of basic wildland firefighter competencies.
The class fees for this class are being covered by a grant if your department serves a population under 10,000. If you fail to attend the class or cancel after 4 weeks from the start of the class, you or your sponsoring department may be billed the full tuition of the class.