FF Fireground Ops 3 (FF 2019)

This 32-hour course includes instructional content for Building Constructions, Portable Extinguishers, and Fire Behavior. This course will present the candidate with the knowledge, skills, and ability to satisfy the requirements of NFPA 1001: Standard for Firefighter Professional Qualifications (2019 edition). This course should be offered consistent with the most current NC Fire and Rescue Commission guidelines; contact the Office of State Fire Marshal (OSFM) for details. Effective date July 1, 2020/2019 Edition NFPA Standard.

ACCOUNT AND REGISTRATION PROCESS:

To ensure continued access and accurate reporting to regulatory agencies;

• Use your full legal name.  Do not use nicknames or alternate versions of your name.
• Enter your complete 9-digit social security number.  Your number is fully encrypted and secure.
• Use your personal e-mail address.  Using e-mail addresses that are tied to organizations may become inaccessible to you.

COURSE INFORMATION:

The class will be held at SPCC Monroe Braswell 2601 and Monroe Fire Training Grounds.

The first day of class is Tuesday 2 17/2026, from 6:00 PM to 10:00 PM.  Students must attend and register on or before the first day of class.

Class will be held on the following schedule:

2/17 - Tuesday @ OCH - Braswell 2601 6:00PM to 10:00 PM
2/19 - Thursday @ OCH - Braswell 2601 6:00PM to 10:00 PM

2/21 - Saturday @ Monroe Fire Training Grounds 8:00AM to 5:00 PM

2/24 - Tuesday @ OCH - Braswell 2601 6:00pm to 10:00PM

2/25 - Wednesday @ OCH - Braswell 2601 6:00pm to 10:00PM

2/26 - Thursday @ OCH - Braswell 2601 6:00pm to 10:00PM

3/3   - Tuesday @ OCH - Braswell 2601 6:00pm to 10:00PM

OSFM CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

       Age: Students aged 15 to 18 may take the course; however, certification will not be issued until the students’ 18th birthday.

       Certification: Firefighter certification requires successful completion of all Firefighter Fireground OPS courses along with additional classes.

1.       General and Communications

2.       Fireground OPS 1 through Fireground OPS 9

3.       TIMS (FIP 7000)

4.       Emergency Medical Care

5.       Mayday / Safety & Survival

6.       Hazardous Materials Operations / Level 1 Responder

       Education: High School Diploma or transcript indicating successful graduation or GED or another High School equivalency

COURSE ADDITIONAL COSTS:

Due to the firefighting personal protective gear required, it is highly recommended that students be a member of a fire department.  Students are required to furnish their own gear as needed for this particular course.

Students are responsible for acquiring their own textbook. 

Textbook: Fundamentals of Fire Fighter Skills

Fourth Edition  ISBN: 9781284151336

Price: $125.00 (Course Fee) + $0.00 (Credit Card and Convenience Charge)

Date: Feb 17, 2026

Time: From 06:00 pm to 10:00 pm

Building: OCH Campus, Braswell Bldg, 1875 South Piedmont Street, Monroe, NC 28110 ( 0030 )

Room: 2601

Number of seats available: 26

Section: 95659

All Meetings:

* Meetings may be subject to change

This course meets at the following location:

No address available at this time.