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Eligible Students: 11, 12

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Fire & Rescue is a 1-year program that prepares students for a career in firefighting. The program includes courses in basic firefighter tactics, fire department management, fire investigations, and hazardous materials response. The program follows national and state guidelines with instruction that includes hands-on exercises and case studies. Fire & Rescue Technology is offered in alternate years with the next course beginning in 2024-2025 school year.

Note: EMT is part of the curriculum for high school students in alternate years to Fire & Rescue Technology and will be offered again in 2025-2026.

Areas of Study:

  • Basic Firefighter
  • CPR & Basic First Aid
  • Firefighter Safety
  • Fire Behavior
  • Personal Protective Equipment
  • Building Construction
  • Portable Fire Extinguishers
  • Forcible Entry & Ventilation
  • Ropes, Knots & Ladders
  • Water Supply, Hoses & Fire Streams
  • Fire Control & Evidence Preservation
  • Rescue & Auto Extrication
  • Hazardous Materials Awareness & Operations
  • NREMT (National Registry of Emergency Medical Technician)

 

Fire and Rescue Technology Course of Study 2022-23

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Program Instructor

  • Mr. Brad Schafer
    Director Fire & Rescue / EMT
    (573) 458-0160 x 16198
    bschafer@rolla31.org
    Classroom: RTC Rm 109
    Office: RTC Rm107A


    Office Hours: M-F 8:00-8:45; 3:00-3:45

  • Degrees Held:

    • Bachelor of Science in Animal Science, Southwest Missouri State University

    Licensure and Certifications: 

    • Continuous Career Education, DESE 2015
    • BLS for Healthcare Provider Instructors Program
    • American Heart Association; 2008
    • Fire Investigator, Missouri Division of Fire Safety: NFPA 1033-1998; 2002
    • Fire Service Fire Officer I., Missouri Division of Fire Safety: NFPA 1021-1997; 2002
    • Fire Service Evaluator, Missouri Division of Fire Safety; 1999
    • Fire Service Inspector, Missouri Division of Fire Safety: NFPA 1031-1996; 1998
    • Hazardous Material Technician, University of Missouri; 1998
    • Fire Service Instructor II. , Missouri Division of Fire Safety: NFPA 1041-1987; 1997
    • Emergency Medical Technician, Missouri Department of Health Bureau of EMS; 1995
    • Firefighter I. and II. , Missouri Division of Fire Safety: NFPA 1001-1992 Standards; 1994
    • Class A CDL, Missouri Drivers License Bureau; 1992
    • Open Water Certification, Scuba Schools International; 1991

  • Fire & Rescue
    Fire & Rescue/EMT

  • OSHA 10


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