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DATE& LOCATION
Class: March 11 thru April 11 2026- SYLLABUS IS POSTED IN ACADIS
All weeknight classes are 5p-10p and weekends 8a-4p
Location: MAAC
CLASS DESCRIPTION & INFORMATION
This course provides individuals with the knowledge and skills to meet the minimum job performance requirements outlined in NFPA 1031: Standard for Professional Qualifications for Fire Inspector and Plan Examiner. It is a beginning level course for fire fighters and other interested parties wishing to become more involved in the aspect of fire prevention and inspections. This course is primarily designed for those entering into fire service inspections and would be extremely useful to city inspectors and company level officers. Some of the topics covered in this course include Building Construction, Decorative Materials and Furnishings, Fire Drills, Inspection Procedure, Code Enforcement, and Fire Alarm and Communications. It will prepare you to conduct foundational fire and life safety inspections.
Upcoming Fire Classes
Fire Officer Strategy & Tactics
DATE& LOCATIONDate: 9/14 to 10/3 Monday/Weds 6p-10p Sat 8a-4p Format Location: MAAC Foundation First Responder Training Campus CLASS DESCRIPTION & INFORMATIONThe purpose of the Fire Officer Strategy and Tactics course is to provide senior firefighters and entry level Fire Officers with the knowledge and skills to meet the minimum job performance requirements as outlined in NFPA 1021 sections 4.6.1 and 4.6.2. Candidates must demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to function safely and effectively as the initial incident commander. This…
WATER MAPPING/HOSE HANDLING/FIRE STREAMS SKILLS DAY-DISTRICT1
DATE & LOCATION • Sept 27, 2026 • 8a-4p • Location: MAAC- Valparaiso CLASS DESCRIPTION & INFORMATION Hoses and streams skills day will focus on hose line selection, deployment/advancement techniques, effective grip options, and stream application. This course will have a heavy focus on science-based water mapping principles and utilize a brand new water mapping prop to demonstrate the effects of appropriate stream selection and application best suited for a rapidly changing fire environment. Full PPE Required for skills day…
The ISO Grading Schedule A Guide to Improving Your Community’s Fire Protection Class
Date: November 4, 2026 5:30PM – 9:30PM Location: MAAC Foundation 4203 Montdale Park Drive, Valparaiso, IN 46383 Registration: To ensure we have sufficient space for what we expect will be a large turnout, please register by October 30th, 2026. Recommended For: Fire Department Personnel You have had your ISO evaluation completed and have the results. Now what? This course will take an in depth look at the grading schedule. If you are looking to improve your PPC score or prepare…
The ISO Grading Schedule A Guide to Improving Your Community’s Fire Protection Class
Date: November 5, 2026 8:30AM – 4:30PM Location: MAAC Foundation 4203 Montdale Park Drive, Valparaiso, IN 46383 Registration: To ensure we have sufficient space for what we expect will be a large turnout, please register by October 30th, 2026. Recommended For: Fire Department Personnel, City Officials, Communication Center Officials, and Water Utility Officials You have had your ISO evaluation completed and have the results. Now what? This course will take an in depth look at the grading schedule. If you…