ATTENTION: Changes for Volunteer Firefighter 160
As of June 1, 2008, the Volunteer Firefighter course will undergo several changes. In the past, Block III was First Responder which now has been changed to a pre-requisite to meet 2002 NFPA 1001. Therefore, the 40 hour First Responder course must be successfully completed prior to entry into a Volunteer Firefighter 160 course. More 5/7/08

Clarification of High School Requirements for Volunteer 160
Under the current Code of Alabama, certification for Hazardous Materials Awareness and Operations requires a high school diploma or GED; certification as a Volunteer 160 does not. More 5/13/08

Curriculum Developers Needed at Alabama Fire College
The Alabama Fire College is seeking applicants to serve as curriculum developers for its certification courses. Selection for the positions will be based on experience and subject matter expertise.

Course developers are needed for Hazardous Materials, Rescue Technician (all disciplines including cave, dive, and mine). Developers are also needed for Industrial Fire Brigade, Public Information Officer, Plans Examiner I/II, and Fire Marshal.  

Interested persons should contact Julie Coffman at jcoffman@alabamafirecollege.org, and type “Curriculum Development” in the subject line of the e-mail. Attach a current resume that details training and experience.

Special Fire Department Health & Safety Officer/Incident Safety Officer Course Scheduled—The Alabama Fire College is seeking applicants to fill the role of safety officer in both on-campus and Tier II off-campus courses.  Firefighters chosen for this course will be called upon to fill safety roles in upcoming classes.  Candidates who successfully pass the course will receive both the Fire Department Health & Safety Officer and Incident Safety Officer certificate as well as receive training in completing AFC safety documentation.   The course is scheduled June 2-6, 2008 and will be FEE WAIVED for those selected for entry.  Selection for the program will be based on experience and number of certificates acquired, particularly in the realm of rescue technician and hazardous materials.  To apply for this FEE WAIVED course please send an email to Fire Program Manager Patrick Draper, pdraper@alabamafirecollege.org.  Please type SAFETY in the subject message of your email and detail your training and experience in your response.  Deadline to apply is May 15th.  Those applicants selected will be notified by May 20, 2008. Thank you for your support of the Alabama Fire College.

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