Mission Statement
These modules, in keeping with the International's overarching goals, are intended to assist the IAFF's membership to stay safe in their work and secure in their employment. IAFF online learning modules do not attempt to offer general tactical training outside of these goals.

Before You Begin
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Current Topics

• Reporting Exposure: How a Sheet of Paper Can Help Guard Your Health
  No one likes talking about potential health problems, but you should think of exposure reports like automotive insurance: you don't want to get in a wreck, you try to avoid a wreck, but you still have insurance, just in case. This module describes why, when and how first responders should file exposure reports to insure their health.
  
  
• First Responder Operations: Every Call Is a Potential HazMat Incident
  This introductory module is first in a series designed to teach you an approach to handling emergency incidents that will reduce your risk to the lowest possible level when dealing with hazardous materials.
  
  
• Bunkers and Bottles: Getting the Most From Your Gear
  This second module in the FRO series covers the proper use and limitations of Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus(SCBA) and Structural Fire Fighter Protective Clothing(SFPC).
  
  
• How Toxins Attack: You, Your Crew and Your Family
  In order to understand how to avoid toxic exposure, you need to know how and where it occurs. This module shows you how to help prevent secondary contamination at work and at home.
  
  
• Routine Personal Decontamination: Getting Clean and Staying Healthy
  This module explains when and how first responders should decontaminate after routine calls.
  
  

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Related:

• IAFF First Responder Operations Course Case Studies
  
• International Association Of Firefighters HazMat Training