A presentation of modern management and planning techniques that apply to organizing a fire department. The objective is to apply management concepts to fire service administration and analyze the community approach to risk reduction. Discussion covers procedures for evaluation and control of budgeting, personnel, communications, and planning. Topics also include the traditional and evolving roles of the fire department in protection, prevention, and community service.¿ |
Prerequisites: FSCN 304 and FSCN 305. An examination of the management and administration of training and education in fire and emergency services. The objective is to manage and administer development programs, integrate concepts in training programs, and analyze and assess programs Discussion explores how higher education/training contributes to the professional development of fire- service personnel. Topics include the many systems of training and education available and professional development on both individual and organizational levels. Focus is on safety, especially understanding and preventing training deaths and injuries. |
