Introduction to Emergency ServicesExplores the philosophy and history of emergency services. Presents the history of loss of life and property in fire, major medical emergencies, and natural disasters. Covers the responsibility of emergency services in a community, the roles and responsibilities of a paramedic and firefighter, an overview of the ICS system, and the organization and function of emergency services agencies and allied organizations, education and certification. Includes sources of professional literature, awareness and identification of hazardous materials, emergency services apparatus, fire behavior, detection and protection systems, cultural diversity, and harassment in the workplace, survey of professional career opportunities and requirements, and development of a resume.
Course ObjectivesUpon successful completion of this course, the student should be able to:+
1. List major events in human’s association with fire, mass casualty incidents, and natural disasters. 2. Describe the historical evolution of emergency services. 3. Explain the organizational structure and purposes of emergency services agencies and the different career opportunities available. 4. Discuss the legal considerations of emergency services and the function of standard operating procedures (SOPS) and rules and regulations. 5. Identify the purpose of the various divisions as they relate to emergency services. 6. Explain the fire tetrahedron. 7. With relation to fire, describe the phases of burning, explain how fire spreads, list the products of combustion. 8. Identify the purpose and explain functioning of detection and protection systems. 9. Define and identify hazardous materials. 10. Describe the role of national agencies and organizations with regard to emergency response\prevention. 11. Explain how various regional and state organizations impact the emergency services. 12. Define blood-borne pathogens and discuss national and local policies regarding body-substance-isolation (BSI) precautions. 13. Define stress management techniques, discuss crisis intervention, and describe a CISD. 14. Identify goals relating to emergency services and discuss time management techniques. 15. Describe cultural diversity and harassment in the workplace. |
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