The next scheduled FGS Train the Trainer course is scheduled for March 30 - April 2, 2026
Hosted by the BCPFFA, Esquimalt Fire Fighters Loc. 4264 and Co-hosted by CFB Esquimalt FD and IAFF Loc. F0003
Limited spots are available for this course
The FGS program benefits IAFF Fire Fighters through training for life threatening situations while on the fire ground; it will SAVE LIVES! The IAFF provides a cadre of Master Instructors to Train the Trainer in both theory and practical portions of the course. We are thankful to former 6th District Vice-President Michael Hurley for advocating for the Truck and Trailer. currently, Local 323 member, Master Trainer Kris Anderson is our FGS Coordinator.
The purpose of the IAFF Fire Ground Survival program is to ensure that training for Mayday prevention and Mayday operations are consistent between all fire fighters, company officers and chief officers. Fire fighters must be trained to perform potentially life-saving actions if they become lost, disoriented, injured, low on air or trapped
Locals & Departments are to contact the BCPFFA FGS Coordinator at fgs@bcpffa.org to secure required spots in this course. Locals & Departments will then be provided the class registration link from the BCPFFA for distribution to their attending members, each attendee will be required to register individually using this link thru the my-IAFF portal - Locals or Departments will be invoiced directly by the BCPFFA
Day 1 : Theory / Practical portion
Classroom - Practical
Time: 08:00 to 16:00
Days 2, 3, & 4: Practical portion
Training Grounds
Time: 08:00 to 16:00
Fee structure (based on 30 participants)- 2000.00 per student
Local President’s / Secretary’s, please forward the Course details to your applicant / member(s) and Administrator
PPE gear including balaclava hoods and gloves.
SCBA, plus 2 Air Bottles
Knee Pads recommended
Bring own Lunch (unless advised otherwise)
Local presidents and chief administrators are welcome to view the practical portion of the course. If you have any questions, contact BCPFFA FGS Coordinator Kris Anderson fgs@bcpffa.org
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