Wildland Firefighter Type I Firetack

Program Details

Program Phone Number

780-623-4573

Program Description

Wildland Firefighters combat forest fires using the most modern initial attack and sustained action fire fighting techniques, fighting fire safely and aggressively. Wildland Firefighter Type 1 Firetack is an 18-day training program designed to prepare personnel in the practical and technical skills required to work as a highly trained, dedicated Wildland Firefighter member. Type 1 Firetack member’s main duties are sustained action fire containment and initial attack fire suppression. Their training in modern fire suppression techniques and safety increases their demand during peak or emergency fire situations. Wildland Firefighters have opportunities to be exported provincially and nationally. This program consists of lectures and field training using the techniques and standards set by Alberta Sustainable Resource Development-Forest Protection Division.

Credential

N/A

Admission Requirements

• Grade 9 academic level.
• Completion of medical packages and must be in excellent physical health.
• Prior firefighting experience is an asset.

Please refer to the following link for minimum technical requirements at our Moodle Site.

Practicum

N/A

Career Potential

Certified Wildland Firefighters can contract and/or work directly with the Alberta Sustainable Resource Development-Forest Protection Division in a variety of fire suppression activities.

Transferability

Forest Technician Program - Portage College; Forest Technology Program – Northern Alberta Institution of Technology (NAIT)

Program Schedule, Fees & Locations:

Please refer to the link below for current schedule and fees.

Program Schedule & Fees 2011 - 2012

Program Schedule & Fees 2012 - 2013

Course List

• FTEC017 - FOREST SAFETY

  Course ID: FTEC017

  Name: FOREST SAFETY

  Hours: 48

  Credits: 2.5

  Students will be made aware of the various hazard and risks associated with the forest industry. Students will acquire certification in Standard First Aid, Chainsaw Safety, Bear Awareness, TDG (Transportation of Dangerous Goods Ground and Air) and H2S Awareness to minimize work related accidents.

  
  
• FTEC018 - FIRE SUPRESSION

  Course ID: FTEC018

  Name: FIRE SUPRESSION

  Hours: 96

  Credits: 3.5

  Students explore and develop skills in wildfire suppression techniques. Training as a Wildland Firefighter is the major focus of this course. Students will be able to acquire certification as a Helitack or Firetack member.