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Recruit Training Initiative (RTI)
The best time to provide this key HazMat/WMD
information to new fire/rescue members is during their initial training
sessions. Reaching fire/rescue workers during the initial phase of their
training means that they will learn safer work practices early in their careers. This early
learning can directly translate into safer, more effective members who
reduce their risk of serious illness and occupational disease.
First Responder Operations training specifically for recruit fire
fighters is now available through the IAFF Recruit Training Initiative (RTI). The training provides an NFPA
472-compliant course during an expanded (24-32 contact hours) delivery
format.
Direct Delivery Training
The IAFF approach to training involves taking the training to the trainees. The IAFF provides two IAFF master instructors, as well as all course materials, to the host fire department at no cost.
Instructor Training (Train-the-Trainer/TtT)
The IAFF recognizes that many jurisdictions already have qualified instructors on staff. Furthermore, personnel who are seeking to enhance their ability to facilitate team-based training are ideally suited for the IAFF instructor training. The IAFF TtT format provides eight hours of educational methodology/adult learning technique training focused on the educational needs of fire fighters. The remaining portion of the TtT course (16 to 32 hours) reviews one or more IAFF HazMat/WMD courses, from an instructor's perspective, with numerous opportunities for each instructor candidate to practice with the course materials. Click here to see the Course Prerequisites.
Supportive Teaching Sessions
After successfully completing an IAFF Train-the-Trainer (TtT), the IAFF will provide two supportive teaching
sessions for local instructors. Local instructors will be assigned an IAFF master instructor who will act
as a mentor to the local instructor. The mentor will team
teach with the local instructor up to two times at his/her designated location. The
first delivery will be led by the IAFF master instructor and
the second by the local instructor. Each time, the master instructor will evaluate the
didactic and practical skills of the local instructor and
provide any necessary feedback. This will ensure competency of the local instructors, as well as
transfer of knowledge to the students through their teaching
Indirect Delivery Training
Training conducted by local instructors who have completed IAFF TtT courses is indirect training.
Course materials, registration and survey forms are provided to these local instructors, to deliver training within their departments
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