Valhalla Academy
Firefighter Level I
NFPA-aligned foundational firefighting skills, built for real-world operations.
Overview
Course Overview
Firefighter Level I is delivered to NFPA standards where applicable and focuses on safe, repeatable fundamentals: PPE/SCBA discipline, hose and nozzle work, ladders, search, ventilation coordination, and basic incident operations.
Recommended Duration
- Agency-dependent (modular delivery available)
Audience
- Recruit firefighters
- Volunteer and composite departments
- Agencies refreshing foundational skills
Key Topics
- Safety culture, accountability, and operational discipline
- PPE and SCBA procedures
- Hose management, water application, and nozzle mechanics
- Ladders, access/egress, and basic victim removal
- Search fundamentals and communications
- Intro to ventilation coordination and fire behaviour considerations
Delivery, prerequisites, and evaluation are set to your department standards and jurisdictional requirements.