2014 – 2015
Florida Department of Education
Curriculum Framework 

Program Title:	Firesafety Inspector
Program Type:	Career Preparatory
Career Cluster:	Law, Public Safety & Security

PSAV	
Program Number	P430204	
CIP Number	0743020102	
Grade Level	30, 31	
Standard Length	360 hours	
Teacher Certification	FIRE FIGHT @7     7G	
CTSO	N/A	
SOC Codes (all applicable) 	33-2021 Fire Inspectors and Investigators	
Facility Code	http://www.fldoe.org/edfacil/sref.asp (State Requirements for Educational Facilities)	
Targeted Occupation List	http://www.labormarketinfo.com/wec/TargetOccupationList.htm 	
Perkins Technical Skill Attainment Inventory	http://www.fldoe.org/workforce/perkins/perkins_resources.asp 	
Industry Certifications	http://www.fldoe.org/workforce/fcpea/default.asp	
Statewide Articulation	http://www.fldoe.org/workforce/dwdframe/artic_frame.asp 	
Basic Skills Level	Contact the Florida Department of Financial Services/State Fire College for information regarding basic skills.	

Purpose

This program offers a sequence of courses that provides coherent and rigorous content aligned with challenging academic standards and relevant technical knowledge and skills needed to prepare for further education and careers in the Law, Public Safety and Security career cluster; provides technical skill proficiency, and includes competency-based applied learning that contributes to the academic knowledge, higher-order reasoning and problem-solving skills, work attitudes, general employability skills, technical skills, and occupation-specific skills, and knowledge of all aspects of the Law, Public Safety and Security career cluster. 

Additional Information relevant to this Career and Technical Education (CTE) program is provided at the end of this document.

Program Structure

This program is a planned sequence of instruction consisting of two occupational completion points.

This program is comprised of courses which have been assigned course numbers in the SCNS (Statewide Course Numbering System) in accordance with Section 1007.24 (1), F.S.  Career and Technical credit shall be awarded to the student on a transcript in accordance with Section 1001.44(3)(b), F.S.

The following table illustrates the post-secondary program structure:

OCP	Course Number	Course Title	Length	SOC Code	
A	FFP0560	Firesafety Inspector I	200 hours	33-2021	
B	FFP0562	Firesafety Inspector II	160 hours	33-2021	

Standards

After successfully completing this program, the student will be able to perform the following:

01.0	Demonstrate understanding of the Life Safety Code as applied to various kinds of occupancies.
02.0	Demonstrate ability to locate proper citations within the Life Safety Code.
03.0	Demonstrate knowledge of the concept of code equivalency.
04.0	Demonstrate knowledge of types of egress and distances required.
05.0	Demonstrate the ability to properly classify types of occupancies.
06.0	Demonstrate the ability to calculate the size, area, and volume of complex building shapes.
07.0	Demonstrate ability to use architectural ruler.
08.0	Demonstrate recognition of various types and methods of construction as denoted in architectural drawings.
09.0	Demonstrate ability to interpret working drawings of residential, light and heavy commercial buildings.
10.0	Demonstrate ability to interpret conventions, symbols, and notes on architectural working drawings.
11.0	Demonstrate knowledge of the relationship between working drawings, “as-built”, and actual construction.
12.0	Demonstrate knowledge of the construction process and materials used.
13.0	Demonstrate knowledge of legal foundations for fire inspections.
14.0	Demonstrate knowledge of the fire inspection process.
15.0	Demonstrate knowledge of fire inspection practices as part of an overall fire prevention program.
16.0	Demonstrate knowledge of fire inspection report writing.
17.0	Demonstrate knowledge of complaint handling and code enforcement procedures.
18.0	Demonstrate knowledge of special occupancies.
19.0	Demonstrate knowledge of unsafe conditions, fire hazards, and fire loads.
20.0	Demonstrate knowledge of fire behavior.
21.0	Demonstrate knowledge of fire cause determination.
22.0	Demonstrate knowledge of proper storage of flammable and combustibles.
23.0	Demonstrate knowledge of proper storage of hazardous materials.
24.0	Demonstrate knowledge of classifications, controls, and applications of automatic sprinkler systems.
25.0	Demonstrate knowledge of inspection practices for fire protection systems.
26.0	Demonstrate knowledge of classifications, controls, and applications of portable fire extinguishers.
27.0	Demonstrate knowledge of water supply for sprinkler and standpipe systems.
28.0	Demonstrate knowledge of acceptance testing for fire protection systems.
29.0	Identify the appropriate certifications for fire extinguishers, hood systems, sprinkler systems, and alarm devices.
30.0	Demonstrate knowledge of various extinguishing agents.
31.0	Define types of building classifications and construction types.
32.0	Define various loads and forces that affect buildings.
33.0	Demonstrate knowledge of various types of building construction and their effect on fire propagation, smoke generation, and control.
34.0	Define the characteristics of various building materials, with particular regard to fire resistance.
35.0	Define the characteristics of various building types and occupancies, with particular regard to fire load and resistance.
36.0	Describe principles of fire resistance, fire growth, and the behavior of fire and smoke in buildings.
37.0	Periodic table of elements.
38.0	Chemical structure.
39.0	Inorganic compounds.
40.0	Organic compounds I:  organic architecture.
41.0	Organic compounds II:  non-polar compounds.
42.0	Organic compounds III:  polar compounds.
43.0	Chemical formulas.
44.0	Identify the chemical and physical properties of matter.
45.0	Physical effects and exposure to hazardous materials.
46.0	Science officer research.
47.0	Identify the common elements by their atomic symbols on the periodic table and demonstrate an understanding of why the table is organized into columns and groups.
48.0	Differentiate between elements, compounds and mixtures, and give examples of each.
49.0	Explain the difference between ionic and covalent bonding and be able to predict when each will occur.
50.0	Identify, name, and understand the basic chemistry involved with common hydrocarbon derivatives.
51.0	Comprehend the basic chemical and physical properties of gases, liquids and solids, and predict the behavior of a substance under adverse conditions.
52.0	Identify, name, and understand the basic chemistry and hazards involved with the nine U.S. Department of Transportation hazard classes and their divisions.
53.0	Analyze facility occupancy, transportation documents, shape and size of containers, and Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) to recognize the physical state and potential hazards of reactivity related to firefighter health and safety.
54.0	Demonstrate the ability to utilize guidebooks to determine an initial course of action for emergency responders.
55.0	Identify and analyze the causes involved in the line of duty firefighter deaths related to structural and wildland firefighting, training and research and the reduction of emergency risks and accidents.
56.0	Name the parts of a pre-engineered system.
57.0	Explain how a pre-engineered system operates.
58.0	Describe the application of a pre-engineered system.
59.0	List the different types of extinguishing agents.
60.0	Define the different extinguishing agents.
61.0	Describe the properties of the various extinguishing agents.
62.0	The student will demonstrate an understanding of alarm systems associated with pre-engineered systems.
63.0	Name the components of a pre-engineered system alarm.
64.0	Describe the activation of the alarm system.
65.0	List the associated compliance codes required for alarm systems.
66.0	The student will demonstrate an understanding of inspection procedures.
67.0	Describe the inspection procedure for a pre-engineered system.
68.0	List the inspection guidelines for pre-engineered systems.
69.0	Explain the need for inspections of pre-engineered systems.
70.0	Identify the problem.
71.0	Detecting incendiary fires.
72.0	Understand the nature and behavior of fire.
73.0	Understand the combustible properties of liquid and gaseous fuels.
74.0	Understand the properties of solid fuels.
75.0	Identify sources of ignition.
76.0	Deal with structure fires.
77.0	Deal with wildland fires.
78.0	Deal with vehicle and ship fires.
79.0	Electrical cause fires.
80.0	Clothing and fabric fires.
81.0	Explosions.
82.0	Chemical fires and hazardous materials.
83.0	Available lab services.
84.0	Fire related deaths and injuries.
85.0	Arson as a crime.
86.0	Other investigative topics.
87.0	Describe an exothermic reaction.
88.0	Explain various terms describing fire behavior.
89.0	Describe hazards associated with fire.
90.0	Describe burn injuries and their care.
91.0	Know and use resources in injury prevention available on a national basis.
92.0	Know and use resources in injury prevention on a statewide basis.
93.0	Know and use resources in injury prevention on a local basis.
94.0	Understand the importance of documentation of activities.
95.0	Given forms and formats, document fire and life safety education programs.
96.0	Given forms and formats, prepare written reports.
97.0	Given a list of events, program requests, etc. maintain a work schedule.
98.0	Demonstrate an understanding of methods used in conducting fire and life safety programs. 
99.0	Select instructional materials that are appropriate to the audience and learning objectives.
100.0	Maintain safety during fire and life safety education activities.
101.0	Present a lesson plan.
102.0	Notify the public of an educational event.
103.0	Distribute educational information.
104.0	Administer an evaluation instrument.
105.0	Score and evaluation instrument.
106.0	To train fire rescue department personnel in the role of Public Information Officer (PIO).
107.0	To give participants an overview of the key functions and responsibilities of the fire rescue department PIO.
108.0	To stress the need for cooperation with the media.
109.0	To show trainees an example of an effective PIO at work at an emergency scene.
110.0	To give trainees an opportunity to practice specific performance based skills required in the PIO function.
111.0	To be familiar with the most current media technology. 
112.0	Understand the need for public information policies. 
113.0	Understand Incident Command System (ICS), Joint Information Center (JIC), and Joint Information Systems (JIS)
114.0	Discuss unified message. 

2014 – 2015
Florida Department of Education
Student Performance Standards

Program Title:	Firesafety Inspector
PSAV Number:	P430204

Course Number:  FFP0560 
Occupational Completion Point:  A
Firesafety Inspector I – 200 Hours – SOC Codes 33-2021	
01.0	Demonstrate understanding of the life safety code as applied to various kinds of occupancies--The student will be able to:	
01.01	Identify the sections of the Life Safety Code.	
01.02	Identify which sections apply to different types of occupancies.	
01.03	Define key terms as used in the Life Safety Code.	
02.0	Demonstrate ability to locate proper citations within the Life Safety Code--The student will be able to:	
02.01	Given a set of inspection circumstances, identify the section of the Life Safety Code that applies.	
02.02	Given a set of inspection circumstances, be able to cite the remedy as found in the Life Safety Code (LSC).	
03.0	Demonstrate knowledge of the concept of code equivalency--The student will be able to:	
03.01	Given a set of similar inspection circumstances, choose between available codes and standards that best apply.	
03.02	Compare and contrast national, regional, state, and local codes and standards.	
04.0	Demonstrate knowledge of types of egress and distances required--The student will be able to:	
04.01	Define types and characteristics of egress in the LSC.	
04.02	Find appropriate minimum distances to egress in the LSC.	
04.03	Define and discuss different methods of closure for means of egress.	
04.04	Describe appropriate markings for means of egress.	
05.0	Demonstrate the ability to properly classify types of occupancies--The student will be able to:	
05.01	Define and describe assembly occupancies.	
05.02	Define and describe educational occupancies.	
05.03	Define and describe health care occupancies.	
05.04	Define and describe detention and correctional occupancies.	
05.05	Define and describe residential occupancies.	
05.06	Define and describe mercantile occupancies.	
05.07	Define and describe business occupancies.	
05.08	Define and describe industrial occupancies.	
05.09	Define and describe storage occupancies.	
06.0	Demonstrate the ability to calculate the size, area, and volume of complex building shapes--The student will be able to:	
06.01	Calculate the size of various buildings.	
06.02	Calculate the area of various buildings.	
06.03	Calculate the volume of various buildings.	
07.0	Demonstrate ability to use architectural ruler--The student will be able to:	
07.01	Measure various building dimensions from working drawings, using the appropriate referenced scale.	
08.0	Demonstrate recognition of various types and methods of construction as denoted in architectural drawings--The student will be able to:	
08.01	Identify markings for different types of doors.	
08.02	Identify markings for different types of windows.	
08.03	Identify markings for load-bearing and non-load-bearing walls.	
08.04	Identify markings for mechanical and air-handling systems.	
08.05	Identify markings for electrical systems.	
08.06	Identify markings for plumbing systems.	
09.0	Demonstrate ability to interpret working drawings of residential, light and heavy commercial buildings--The student will be able to:	
09.01	Identify characteristics of residential construction plans.	
09.02	Identify characteristics of light commercial construction drawings.	
09.03	Identify characteristics of heavy commercial construction drawings.	
10.0	Demonstrate ability to interpret conventions, symbols, and notes on architectural working drawings--The student will be able to:	
10.01	Identify the clearance radius for doors.	
10.02	Identify the width of windows and doors.	
10.03	Identify the movable and immovable partitions.	
11.0	Demonstrate knowledge of the relationship between working drawings, “as-builts”, and actual construction--The student will be able to:	
11.01	Compare and contrast drawings done at each stage of construction.	
11.02	Compare and contrast design drawings and “as-builts”.	
11.03	Discuss the importance of physical inspection during and after construction.	
12.0	Demonstrate knowledge of the construction process and materials used--The student will be able to:	
12.01	List steps in the construction process.	
12.02	Identify the roles of general contractors.	
12.03	Identify the roles of subcontractors.	
12.04	Identify the principal building trades and their functions.	
13.0	Demonstrate knowledge of legal foundations for fire inspections--The student will be able to:	
13.01	Describe applicable chapters and sections of the Florida Statutes that govern fire safety inspections.	
13.02	Describe applicable chapters and sections of the Florida Administrative Code that govern fire safety inspections.	
14.0	Demonstrate knowledge of the fire inspection process--The student will be able to:	
14.01	Discuss fire inspection and its place within the fire department’s organization.	
14.02	Define and discuss inspection and re-inspection.	
14.03	Discuss the scheduling of fire inspections.	
14.04	Compare and contrast the customer service and code enforcement concepts of fire inspection.	
14.05	Discuss the steps of the physical fire inspection.	
15.0	Demonstrate knowledge of fire inspection practices as part of an overall fire prevention program--The student will be able to:	
15.01	List and describe the components of a complete fire prevention program.	
15.02	Discuss the proactive role of the fire inspector.	
15.03	Discuss the educational role of the fire inspection.	
16.0	Demonstrate knowledge of fire inspection report writing--The student will be able to:	
16.01	Define the parts of a complete fire inspection report.	
16.02	Discuss the proper uses of fire inspection reports.	
16.03	Discuss the proper handling, distribution, and retention of fire inspection reports.	
16.04	Prepare a draft fire inspection report to acceptable industry standards.	
17.0	Demonstrate knowledge of complaint handling and code enforcement procedures--The student will be able to:	
17.01	Discuss methods of handling occupant complaints relative to fire inspections.	
17.02	Discuss code enforcement authority of fire inspectors.	
17.03	Discuss code development and adoption processes.	
17.04	Discuss appeal process relative to code violations.	
18.0	Demonstrate knowledge of special occupancies--The student will be able to:	
18.01	Define special occupancies.	
18.02	Discuss LSC applications relative to special occupancies.	
18.03	Discuss fire inspection practices relative to special occupancies.	
19.0	Demonstrate knowledge of unsafe conditions, fire hazards, and fire loads--The student will be able to:	
19.01	Define and discuss unsafe conditions.	
19.02	Define and discuss fire hazards.	
19.03	Define and discuss fire loads.	
20.0	Demonstrate knowledge of fire behavior--The student will be able to:	
20.01	Define and discuss the fire triangle.	
20.02	Define and discuss the fire tetrahedron.	
20.03	Define ignition temperature.	
20.04	Define flammable range.	
20.05	Define combustion.	
21.0	Demonstrate knowledge of fire cause determination--The student will be able to:	
21.01	Discuss how to determine the point of origin of a fire.	
21.02	Define and discuss “V” patterns.	
21.03	Define and discuss char patterns.	
21.04	Define and discuss smoke stains.	
21.05	Compare and contrast accidental and incendiary fire causes.	
22.0	Demonstrate knowledge of proper storage of flammable and combustibles--The student will be able to:	
22.01	Define and discuss flammable materials.	
22.02	Define and discuss combustible materials.	
22.03	Discuss proper storage methods.	
22.04	Identify and discuss proper markings for flammable and combustible material storage areas.	
23.0	Demonstrate knowledge of proper storage of hazardous materials--The student will be able to:	
23.01	Define and discuss hazardous materials.	
23.02	Define and discuss material safety data sheets.	
23.03	Discuss proper storage methods.	
23.04	Identify and discuss proper markings for hazardous materials storage areas.	
24.0	Demonstrate knowledge of classifications, controls, and applications of automatic sprinkler systems--The student will be able to:	
24.01	List and define the classes of automatic sprinkler systems.	
24.02	Identify and describe major controls of automatic sprinkler systems.	
24.03	Discuss proper installation and application of automatic sprinkler systems for different classes of occupancies.	
25.0	Demonstrate knowledge of inspection practices for fire protection systems--The student will be able to:	
25.01	Discuss legal requirements for fire protection system inspections.	
25.02	Discuss testing of fire protection systems.	
26.0	Demonstrate knowledge of classifications, controls, and applications of portable fire extinguishers--The student will be able to:	
26.01	List and define the classes of portable fire extinguishers.	
26.02	Identify and describe major controls of portable fire extinguishers.	
26.03	Discuss proper installation and application of portable fire extinguishers for different classes of occupancies.	
27.0	Demonstrate knowledge of water supply for sprinkler and standpipe systems--The student will be able to:	
27.01	Identify the major parts of sprinkler systems.	
27.02	Identify the major parts of standpipe systems.	
27.03	Discuss the use of sprinkler systems in fire suppression tactics of fire departments.	
27.04	Discuss the use of standpipe systems in fire suppression tactics of fire departments.	
27.05	Discuss the water supply system for sprinklers.	
27.06	Discuss the water supply system for standpipes.	
28.0	Demonstrate knowledge of acceptance testing for fire protection systems--The student will be able to:	
28.01	Define acceptance testing.	
28.02	Define compliance testing.	
28.03	Discuss acceptance-testing procedures for fire protection systems.	
29.0	Identify the appropriate certifications for fire extinguishers, hood systems, sprinkler systems, and alarm devices--The student will be able to:	
29.01	Identify the certification procedures for portable fire extinguishers.	
29.02	Identify the certification procedures for hood systems.	
29.03	Identify the certification procedures for sprinkler systems.	
29.04	Identify the certification procedures for fire alarm systems.	
30.0	Demonstrate knowledge of various extinguishing agents--The student will be able to:	
30.01	Discuss the properties of water as a fire-extinguishing agent.	
30.02	Discuss the properties of dry chemical as a fire-extinguishing agent.	
30.03	Discuss the properties of carbon dioxide as a fire-extinguishing agent.	
30.04	Discuss the properties of foam as a fire-extinguishing agent.	
30.05	Discuss the properties of halon as a fire-extinguishing agent.	
31.0	Define types of building classifications and construction types--The student will be able to:	
31.01	Define and describe the characteristics of single-family residential construction.	
31.02	Define and describe the characteristics of multi-family residential construction.	
31.03	Define and describe the characteristics of light commercial construction.	
31.04	Define and describe the characteristics of heavy commercial construction.	
31.05	Define and describe the characteristics of industrial construction.	
32.0	Define various loads and forces that affect buildings--The student will be able to:	
32.01	Define (a) vertical load, (b) sheer load, (c) tortional load, (d) compressive load, (e) tension load, (f) static load, (g) live load, and (h) fire load.	
32.02	Define wind pressure.	
32.03	Discuss windstorm provisions of building codes.	
33.0	Demonstrate knowledge of various types of building construction and their effect on fire propagation, smoke generation, and control--The student will be able to:	
33.01	Define fire propagation.	
33.02	Define smoke generation.	
33.03	Define fire control.	
33.04	Define balloon construction.	
33.05	Define tilt-slab construction.	
33.06	Define post-and-lintel construction.	
33.07	Given a particular occupancy, discuss the likely development of a fire within that type of construction.	
34.0	Define the characteristics of various building materials, with particular regard to fire resistance--The student will be able to:	
34.01	Discuss the fire resistance characteristics of wood frame construction.	
34.02	Discuss the fire resistance characteristics of metal frame construction.	
34.03	Discuss the fire resistance characteristics of masonry construction.	
35.0	Define the characteristics of various building types and occupancies, with particular regard to fire load and resistance--The student will be able to:	
35.01	Define and describe fire load and resistance in assembly occupancies.	
35.02	Define and describe fire load and resistance in educational occupancies.	
35.03	Define and describe fire load and resistance in health care occupancies.	
35.04	Define and describe fire load and resistance in detention and correctional occupancies.	
35.05	Define and describe fire load and resistance in residential occupancies.	
35.06	Define and describe fire load and resistance in mercantile occupancies.	
35.07	Define and describe fire load and resistance in business occupancies.	
35.08	Define and describe fire load and resistance in industrial occupancies.	
35.09	Define and describe fire load and resistance in storage occupancies.	
36.0	Describe principles of fire resistance, fire growth, and the behavior of fire and smoke in buildings--The student will be able to:	
36.01	Define fire resistance.	
36.02	Define fire growth.	
36.03	Define fire spread.	
36.04	Define smoke propagation.	
	
Course Number:  FFP0562 
Occupational Completion Point:  B
Firesafety Inspector II – 200 Hours – SOC Codes 33-2021	
37.0	Periodic table of elements.	
38.0	Chemical structure.	
39.0	Inorganic compounds.	
40.0	Organic compounds I:  organic architecture.	
41.0	Organic compounds II:  non-polar compounds.	
42.0	Organic compounds III:  polar compounds.	
43.0	Chemical formulas.	
44.0	Identify the chemical and physical properties of matter.	
45.0	Physical effects and exposure to hazardous materials.	
46.0	Science officer research.	
47.0	Identify the common elements by their atomic symbols on the periodic table and demonstrate an understanding of why the table is organized into columns and groups.	
48.0	Differentiate between elements, compounds and mixtures, and give examples of each.	
49.0	Explain the difference between ionic and covalent bonding and be able to predict when each will occur.	
50.0	Identify, name, and understand the basic chemistry involved with common hydrocarbon derivatives.	
51.0	Comprehend the basic chemical and physical properties of gases, liquids and solids, and predict the behavior of a substance under adverse conditions.	
52.0	Identify, name, and understand the basic chemistry and hazards involved with the nine U.S. Department of Transportation hazard classes and their divisions.	
53.0	Analyze facility occupancy, transportation documents, shape and size of containers, and Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) to recognize the physical state and potential hazards of reactivity related to firefighter health and safety.	
54.0	Demonstrate the ability to utilize guidebooks to determine an initial course of action for emergency responders.	
55.0	Identify and analyze the causes involved in the line of duty firefighter deaths related to structural and wildland firefighting, training and research and the reduction of emergency risks and accidents.	
56.0	Name the parts of a pre-engineered system.	
57.0	Explain how a pre-engineered system operates.	
58.0	Describe the application of a pre-engineered system.	
59.0	List the different types of extinguishing agents.	
60.0	Define the different extinguishing agents.	
61.0	Describe the properties of the various extinguishing agents.	
62.0	The student will demonstrate an understanding of alarm systems associated with pre-engineered systems.	
63.0	Name the components of a pre-engineered system alarm.	
64.0	Describe the activation of the alarm system.	
65.0	List the associated compliance codes required for alarm systems.	
66.0	The student will demonstrate an understanding of inspection procedures.	
67.0	Describe the inspection procedure for a pre-engineered system.	
68.0	List the inspection guidelines for pre-engineered systems.	
69.0	Explain the need for inspections of pre-engineered systems.	
70.0	Identify the problem.	
71.0	Detecting incendiary fires.	
72.0	Understand the nature and behavior of fire.	
73.0	Understand the combustible properties of liquid and gaseous fuels.	
74.0	Understand the properties of solid fuels.	
75.0	Identify sources of ignition.	
76.0	Deal with structure fires.	
77.0	Deal with wildland fires.	
78.0	Deal with vehicle and ship fires.	
79.0	Electrical cause fires.	
80.0	Clothing and fabric fires.	
81.0	Explosions.	
82.0	Chemical fires and hazardous materials.	
83.0	Available lab services.	
84.0	Fire related deaths and injuries.	
85.0	Arson as a crime.	
86.0	Other investigative topics.	
	
Elective:  (choose one)	
FFP1793 Fire and Life Safety Educator - Level I	
	
87.0	Describe an exothermic reaction.	
88.0	Explain various terms describing fire behavior.	
89.0	Describe hazards associated with fire.	
90.0	Describe burn injuries and their care.	
91.0	Know and use resources in injury prevention available on a national basis.	
92.0	Know and use resources in injury prevention on a statewide basis.	
93.0	Know and use resources in injury prevention on a local basis.	
94.0	Understand the importance of documentation of activities.	
95.0	Given forms and formats, document fire and life safety education programs.	
96.0	Given forms and formats, prepare written reports.	
97.0	Given a list of events, program requests, etc. maintain a work schedule.	
98.0	Demonstrate an understanding of methods used in conducting fire and life safety programs. 	
99.0	Select instructional materials that are appropriate to the audience and learning objectives.	
100.0	Maintain safety during fire and life safety education activities.	
101.0	Present a lesson plan.	
102.0	Notify the public of an educational event.	
103.0	Distribute educational information.	
104.0	Administer an evaluation instrument.	
105.0	Score and evaluation instrument. 	
	
FSFC 407 FFP2706 Public Information Officer (PIO)	
	
106.0	To train fire rescue department personnel in the role of PIO.	
107.0	To give participants an overview of the key functions and responsibilities of the fire rescue department PIO.	
108.0	To stress the need for cooperation with the media.	
109.0	To show trainees an example of an effective PIO at work at an emergency scene.	
110.0	To give trainees an opportunity to practice specific performance based skills required in the PIO function.	
111.0	To be familiar with the most current media technology. 	
112.0	Understand the need for public information policies. 	
113.0	Understand Incident Command System (ICS), Joint Information Center (JIC), and Joint Information Systems (JIS)	
114.0	Discuss unified message. 	

Additional Information

Laboratory Activities

Laboratory activities are an integral part of this program.  These activities include instruction in the use of safety procedures, tools, equipment, materials, and processes related to these occupations.  Equipment and supplies should be provided to enhance hands-on experiences for students. 

Cooperative Training – OJT

On-the-job training is appropriate but not required for this program.  Whenever offered, the rules, guidelines, and requirements specified in the OJT framework apply. 

Basic Skills (if applicable)

In PSAV programs offered for 450 hours or more, in accordance with Rule 6A-10.040, F.A.C., the minimum basic skills grade levels required for postsecondary adult career and technical students to complete this program are:  Mathematics 10, Language 10, and Reading 10.  These grade level numbers correspond to a grade equivalent score obtained on a state designated basic skills examination.  

Adult students with disabilities, as defined in Section 1004.02(7), Florida Statutes, may be exempted from meeting the Basic Skills requirements (Rule 6A-10.040).  Students served in exceptional student education (except gifted) as defined in s. 1003.01(3)(a), F.S., may also be exempted from meeting the Basic Skills requirement.  Each school district and Florida College must adopt a policy addressing procedures for exempting eligible students with disabilities from the Basic Skills requirement as permitted in Section 1004.91(3), F.S.

Students who possess a college degree at the Associate of Applied Science level or higher; who have completed or are exempt from the college entry-level examination; or who have passed a state, national, or industry licensure exam are exempt from meeting the Basic Skills requirement (Rule 6A-10.040, F.A.C.)  Exemptions from state, national or industry licensure are limited to the certifications listed at http://www.fldoe.org/workforce/dwdframe/rtf/basicskills-License-exempt.rtf.  

Accommodations

Federal and state legislation requires the provision of accommodations for students with disabilities as identified on the secondary student’s Individual Educational Plan (IEP) or 504 plan or postsecondary student’s accommodations’ plan to meet individual needs and ensure equal access.  Postsecondary students with disabilities must self-identify, present documentation, request accommodations if needed, and develop a plan with their counselor and/or instructors.  Accommodations received in postsecondary education may differ from those received in secondary education.  Accommodations change the way the student is instructed.  Students with disabilities may need accommodations in such areas as instructional methods and materials, assignments and assessments, time demands and schedules, learning environment, assistive technology and special communication systems.  Documentation of the accommodations requested and provided should be maintained in a confidential file.

In addition to accommodations, some secondary students with disabilities (students with an IEP served in Exceptional Student Education (ESE)) will need modifications to meet their needs.  Modifications change the outcomes or what the student is expected to learn, e.g., modifying the curriculum of a secondary career and technical education course.  Note: postsecondary curriculum and regulated secondary programs cannot be modified.

Some secondary students with disabilities (ESE) may need additional time (i.e., longer than the regular school year), to master the student performance standards associated with a regular Occupational Completion Point (OCP) or a Modified Occupational Completion Point (MOCP).  If needed, a student may enroll in the same career and technical course more than once.  Documentation should be included in the IEP that clearly indicates that it is anticipated that the student may need an additional year to complete an OCP/MOCP.  The student should work on different competencies and new applications of competencies each year toward completion of the OCP/MOCP.  After achieving the competencies identified for the year, the student earns credit for the course.  It is important to ensure that credits earned by students are reported accurately.  The district’s information system must be designed to accept multiple credits for the same course number for eligible students with disabilities.

Articulation

This program has no statewide articulation agreement approved by the Florida State Board of Education.  However, this does not preclude the awarding of credits by any college through local agreements. 

For details on statewide articulation agreements which correlate to programs and industry certifications, refer to http://www.fldoe.org/workforce/dwdframe/artic_frame.asp.