Fire brigades

Basic fire brigade course: professional training for volunteer fire brigade members

Basic training of fire brigade members in the scope of 40 hours under Decree of the Ministry of the Interior No. 611/2006 Coll. For municipal volunteer fire brigades and company fire brigades: theory, practical training with equipment and exam preparation. The course is led by trainers and members of the Fire and Rescue Service with many years of experience.

What the basic fire brigade course covers

AreaWhat you will learn
Legislationthe Fire Protection Act, the decree on fire brigades, the rights and duties of members
Organisation of serviceorganisation of service in a fire brigade and command at the scene of an incident
Technical trainingworking with fire-fighting equipment and resources: pumps, hoses, fittings, ladders
Combustion and extinguishing agentsbasic combustion processes, water, foam, powder and CO2, and when to use which agent
Fire-fightingmethods of fighting fires and carrying out rescue work
First aidbasics of pre-hospital first aid
OSHoccupational safety and health at the workplace and during operations
Physical preparationthe fitness needed for operations

Content under Section 16(5) of Decree of the Ministry of the Interior No. 611/2006 Coll. on fire brigades.

Who the course is for

  • new members of municipal volunteer fire brigades (DHZ, DHZO)
  • members of company fire brigades
  • municipalities and companies that are completing or renewing an operational fire brigade

The aim of the training is for a brigade member to be able to handle a fire response, rescue work during natural disasters and other emergencies, and to protect themselves and others while doing so.

How the course works

  1. Registration. Fill in the form or write to us. We will add you to the list of applicants and send you the date of the next course.
  2. Theory. Regulations, organisation of service, combustion and extinguishing agents, tactics and first aid.
  3. Practical training. Practice with fire-fighting equipment and resources under the guidance of experienced instructors.
  4. Exam. A theoretical and practical exam before a committee appointed by the brigade's founding body.

Price

249 €

per person for basic professional training in the scope of 40 hours. For a whole fire brigade or a larger group, we will prepare a tailored quote.

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Frequently asked questions about the basic fire brigade course

How many hours does the basic fire brigade course have?

Basic training of fire brigade members has a scope of 40 hours (Section 16(4) of Decree of the Ministry of the Interior No. 611/2006 Coll. on fire brigades).

Who can provide basic training for volunteer fire brigade members?

Only a legal entity or self-employed person holding an authorisation for this activity issued by the Ministry of the Interior (Section 16(4) of Decree No. 611/2006 Coll.).

How does basic training end?

With a theoretical and practical exam before a committee appointed by the brigade's founding body, i.e. the municipality or company (Section 16(6) of Decree No. 611/2006 Coll.).

What is the difference between training for members and for employees of fire brigades?

Basic training for members, such as municipal volunteer firefighters, has 40 hours. Basic training for employees of fire brigades has 400 hours, of which 90 hours are theory (Section 16(1) of Decree No. 611/2006 Coll.).

Must volunteer brigade commanders undergo further training?

Yes. Commanders and squad leaders of municipal volunteer and company fire brigades complete cyclical training of 24 hours once every 5 years at the district directorate of the Fire and Rescue Service.

How much does the course cost and how do I register?

Basic professional training costs €249 per person. Fill in the form or send us an e-mail. We will add you to the list of applicants and let you know about the next date.

Register for the basic fire brigade course

Write to us and we will inform you about the next date by e-mail.

Tailored quote

     We will prepare a quote promptly

        INFO LINE

    Michal

    Sales manager

    Phone
    +421 918 505 584

    Tailored quote

         We will prepare a quote promptly

          INFO LINE

      Michal

      Sales manager

      Phone
      +421 918 505 584

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