Fire Instructor I Lecture Practice Flashcards

Flashcards covering NFPA 1041, instructor roles, safety, and training documentation.

NFPA 1041

The NFPA standard that identifies performance standards for fire instructors.

Verbal accounts

A format not considered proper for developing official records.

Introduction

The portion of a training activity report that contains the purpose of the report and the time period covered.

Staff attendance report

A type of report that a person at the Instructor I level is usually not responsible for or expected to complete.

Vicarious Liability

The type of liability incurred if an instructor could not perform because there was no directive.

Liability

A broad, comprehensive term describing a person's or organization's responsibility under the law.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Programs and policies designed to assure equal access to jobs by individuals of past discrimination.

Regulated system security

The method used by a department to maintain confidentiality of learner test records.

Training records management

The effective and efficient management of these is essential to a successful training program.

Goal

A statement of the educational objective for a topic.

Mastery level

The level at which an instructor should present a skill.

Skill introduction

The instructional method where an instructor introduces a skill in steps.

Lesson plan

The document an instructor should consult to determine what materials are needed for instructional delivery.

Instructional preparation step

The phase where an instructor ensures all handouts are copied, ready, and audio-visual equipment works.

Time frame

The component of a lesson plan defining the pace of presenting the lesson.

Lesson summary

The conclusion of the lesson used to clarify uncertainties.

Prerequisites

Previous requirements that a student must have mastered to enter a course.

Interest

In the ACID acronym used for relevance, the 'I' stands for this.

Logistical support arrangement

One of the most time-consuming parts of preparing for a course.

Logistical time

Prior to class and after class, the Instructor I must consider this for returning material to service.

Instructor I authority

Does not include the authority to create lesson plans or prepare a budget for a new class.

Safety program materials

Resources like the Home Safety Council and American Red Cross that assist in lesson plan development.

Corrective actions

What an instructor determines by analyzing types and frequency of injuries on the training ground.

Fair Use Doctrine

The doctrine instructors follow when appropriate under the Copyright Act.

NFPA 1402 and 1403

The standards an instructor should refer to when assembling facility information and course materials.

Four-step process

The method developed by Charles Arnold including preparation, presentation, application, and evaluation.

Audience evaluation

The action taken during the preparation step of assembling instructional material.

Non-attendance lists

Information usually not kept as part of an agency's training records according to Question 27.

Learning effectiveness

The primary purpose of collecting and analyzing training data is to enhance this.

Permanent facts

Records and reports document these in a legal context.

Training records purpose

To identify areas needing attention, document completed training, and serve in legal cases.

Accident investigation

A process that should be objective and free of personal feelings.

Security measures

Required in training record keeping systems to limit access.

Accident analysis

A process to disclose problems, identify engineering revisions, and operating procedures; not to determine lack of action.

Principal sources of accidents

What an investigator should identify, rather than assigning fault.

Accident investigation documentation

A report that should document facts rather than faults or improper attitudes.

Engineering revisions

Identify the need for these by analyzing unsafe conditions of equipment through accident analysis.

Organization's activities

Includes administrative activities, training sessions, and fire and life safety programs.

Report

The written or verbal accounting of events based on facts.

Executive summary benefit

Ensures essential info is read and aids management in justifying reports to the media.

Executive summary components

Includes a problem statement, benefits of recommendations, and suggested actions.

Report organization

Typically organized into heading, introduction, body, and summary.

Two-page report threshold

Reports exceeding this length should include an executive summary at the beginning.

Five Ws

The number of questions beginning with 'w' that report development depends on.

NFPA 1401

The NFPA Standard that addresses training reports and record keeping.

Report vs. Record

Records document permanent facts; reports summarize facts contained in records.

Learner substantive rights

Expectations including privacy of records, safe environments, and equal access.

Asbestos removal

When noted in a structure, the Instructor must ensure certified personnel remove it.

General report characteristics

Every report shares organization, development, and writing style.

Regular backup

The maintenance requirement for computer records of training reports and test results.

Instructor I responsibility

Tasked with presenting lessons rather than developing or revising them.

Primary role of instructor

To focus on the needs and abilities of the students.

Learning pace

What instructors must adapt to the student's rate of understanding to prevent discouragement.

Test location continuity

Changing circumstances in location can distract students and is not recommended.

Remedial and advanced students

Populations served by involving students in ensuring continuity while meeting lesson objectives.

Whole-part-whole

A sequencing method using overview, individual topic discussion, and main point review.

Practical evolution input

Giving each participant the opportunity to provide input during the evaluation.

Gathering phase

Occurs during the preparation step of the instructional process.

Study sheets

Tools used to arouse learner interest in a subject.

Facilitator

The best description for an instructor providing advanced-level training for experienced responders.

Application step opportunity

Provides learners a chance to demonstrate skills or take a quiz, but not evaluate the instructor.

Sense of taste

The least powerful learning channel to the brain.

Fuels for acquired structures

Should have known burning characteristics and be controllable.

Learning objectives

A typical introductory component found in a lesson plan.

Audiovisual aid selection

Based on learning objectives and lesson content.

Temperature control

A classroom distraction factor often overlooked during preparation.

Motivation to learn

Occurs during the preparation step of the lesson plan outline.

Practice opportunity

Provided during the application step of the instructional model.

LEAST method 'T'

Stands for 'take action when the behavior continues' in progressive discipline.

Outline sequence

The required flow for success during the presentation step.

Individualized instruction

Developed to accommodate learner's needs, learning style, objectives, and competencies.

Live fire exercises

Procedures established by NFPA 1403.

Literacy vs. Educational level

Literacy is reading ability; educational level refers to high school graduation or higher.

Disability categories (ADA)

Speech/language, Academic skills, and Miscellaneous learning disabilities.

Information sheet

A fact sheet to supplement course resources, distinct from a study sheet.

Citing sources

Instructors should do this for all sources when gathering materials to protect against challenges.

Application step

The instructional step where most learning takes place.

Timid student adjustment

Avoid calling on the student until they are comfortable in the class.

Presentation purpose

To present new skills and concepts to the learner.

Measurable, observable performance

The terms in which effective objectives should be stated.

Instructor desire

A requirement for instructors to understand the needs of learners.

Effective instructor traits

A desire to teach, in-depth subject knowledge, and a sense of empathy.

Evaluations section

One part of a lesson plan format, distinct from learner evaluations of the instructor.

Cognitive objectives

Objectives that emphasize reasoning and analyzing.

Affective domain

The learning domain where interests, attitudes, and willingness occur.

Psychomotor domain

The domain of learning emphasizing physical skills.

Distance learning lecture

A method of instruction extending beyond a single classroom to remote locations.

Effective lesson plan use

Includes efficient use of time, personnel, and space.

Lesson plan definition

An outline of material and procedures an instructor plans to follow.

Lesson plan uniformity

One function of a lesson plan is to promote uniformity in all courses taught.

Communicating effectively

A requirement for an instructor along with subject matter knowledge.

Skills sheet

Provides the learner with a step-by-step procedure for a manipulative skill.

Mutual respect and confidence

The foundation of a positive training relationship between learner and instructor.

Session preparation phase

Includes reading objectives, checking equipment, and scheduling facilities; excludes determining skills.

Reference section

Includes resources, page numbers, research sources, and question sources.

Handout timing

Materials should be kept out of the way until used to prevent learner distraction.

Four steps of instruction

Preparation, presentation, application, and evaluation.

Law of Exercise

States no one becomes proficient at a skill without performing the operation.

Enthusiasm

A key factor in the classroom environment for both instructor and student.

NFPA 1521

The NFPA standard addressing duties and responsibilities for the Safety Officer.