In this 6-day course, fire officers are introduced to the Incident Command System (ICS), and they study proper command techniques for control and extinguishment of fires ranging from small, residential structures to multi-occupancy, commercial complexes. Topics covered include: Problem-solving and fire command. Interagency and mutual aid. The ICS and incident management. Size-up and strategy, tactics and action plans. Truck company operations and engine company operations. Building construction and fire behavior. Pre-incident preparation, incident organization and strategic command. Special emphasis is placed on firefighter safety. Standard Prerequisites: ICS 100/200 Course dates are Wednesday through Friday (June 12-14) AND Monday through Wednesday (June 17-19)

This 2-day course is designed to assist first and second level supervisors and Company Officers (COs) in developing knowledge and skills in contemporary approaches to organizational problem-solving. Topics include: Use of creative approaches to identifying trends within their organizations. Applying problem-solving methodologies. The importance and application of continuous improvement within organizations. How to quantify problems and solutions. Factors in organizational and individual resistance to change. Strategies for implementing change. The course incorporates facilitated, student-centered methodologies, including lecture, small and large group activities, and individual assessments. Pre-requisites: ICS 100 and ICS 200 Instructor: Chief Darryl Jones, Pittsburgh Bureau of Fire

This 2-day course examines the Safety Officer's role at emergency responses.  This course focuses on operations within an Incident Command System (ICS) as a Safety Officer and emphasizes response to all-hazards types of situations. Standard Prerequisites: ICS 100/200 National Fire Academy Course-Instructor Chief Leonard Carmichael (Ret.)