S-241
Fire Assessment

Course Description

S-241 Fire Assessment is delivered as a classroom training session.  This course covers initial scene size up, predicting fire behavior, requesting resources and documentation.  It is a required course for Single Resource Leaders.

Course Content

  • ICS structure

  • Crew supervision and leading through example

  • How to maintain the safety and welfare of the crew  

  • Driving crew efficiency and productivity

  • Maintain a motivated and disciplined crew 

  • Communications with supervisory personnel

  • Disseminating information through the chain of command

  • Appropriately managing span of control