Drill and Class Requirements

Each participating youth and fire service advisor must supply their Own firefighter protective gear that fits and breathing apparatus that meets the appropriate NFPA standard and a properly fitted mask.

Additional clothing for multiple drills in a very dirty environment and knee-pads for staying low on a hard, rough floor are a MUST. Shorts and sleeveless shirts will not be permitted for any drills.

Explorers and Cadets must be between the ages of 15 and 21. Advisors and Chaperones must be at least age 21 or older

Off-Site Requirements

Class participants will need the typical toiletry items, personal medications, and extra towels for dormitory and training site showers. Beach footwear for the showers is encouraged.

Explorer-Cadets will need plenty of rest on ALL THREE evenings, and because of the rigorous exercises, a good breakfast is recommended for each morning.

Requirements at all Times

Remember, you are representing your family, your community and your fire department. A Code of Conduct must be read and signed by all participants. Compliance will be expected.

Any use of illegal drugs or alcohol will mean immediate expulsion -- THERE WILL BE NO APPEALS.

Additional Requirements

Each youth and adult participating in the training shall have on record at their local fire department:

• An up-to-date Fitness Physical as mandated by OSHA OR IDOL and AHJ (www.osha.gov search 1910 Subpart I Personal Protective Equipment 1910.134 Appendix C Respirator Medical Evaluation Question (Mandatory))
• An up-to-date Respiratory Protection Fit Test as mandated by OSHA OR IDOL and AHJ (www.osha.gov search 1910 Subpart I Personal Protective Equipment 1910.134 Appendix A)

Each organization shall supply an adult supervisor and / or chaperone for every FOUR students involved in the "Hands On Training" and female chaperones must accompany co-ed groups for travel and lodging.

Each organization's chaperones will supervise their group on and off campus and are expected to abide by and enforce the Code of Conduct provided. Advisors should be trained fire service emergency responders and will be expected to be actively involved in the "Hands On Training" scenarios. Advisor participation helps supervisors monitor the physical condition of their youth, enhances accountability, promotes total team work and maintains a reasonable cost for the school.

Questions?
Greg Fisher
IFSI
11 Gerty DR
Champaign, IL 61820
(217) 244-1220
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