Designing Fire & EMS Stations: A Comprehensive Guide
Author: Roman Titov
Fire and Emergency Medical Services (EMS) stations are the heart of community safety, yet they face unique design challenges to ensure the safety and health of responders and the public. This course dives into the critical aspects of designing fire and EMS stations that prioritize safety, health, and operational efficiency. From station layout and site selection to ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. This course offers actionable insights rooted in industry best practices.
Learning Objectives
This course is intended to provide you with the following specific knowledge and skills:
- Understand the critical safety and health challenges in fire and EMS stations.
- Learn how to conduct effective needs and risk assessments for station design.
- Master the principles of site selection to optimize response times and community acceptance.
- Explore zoning strategies for separating contaminated and clean areas in station layouts.
- Evaluate the latest standards for HVAC systems, decontamination facilities, and PPE storage.
- Gain insights into designing training and fitness facilities to enhance readiness.
- Identify strategies to mitigate common hazards like diesel exhaust and slips.
- Analyze real-world case studies for practical applications.
Download the Course to review and begin earning your PDH credits.
Certificate of Completion
Upon passing a 50-question multiple-choice quiz, your certificate of completion will be available for immediate download. PDH credits are awarded once all course requirements, including the quiz, are successfully met.
Board Acceptance
We provide technical courses for PDH credits that meet Board requirements for Professional Engineers, Geologists and Land Surveyors. This course is guaranteed to be accepted for professional engineers in AK, AL, AR, DE, FL, GA, IA, IL, ID, IN, KS, KY, LA, MD, ME, MI, MN, MO, MS, MT, NC, ND, NE, NH, NJ, NM, NV, NY, OH, OK, OR, PA, SC, SD, TN, TX, UT, VA, VT, WI, WV, and WY. Before purchasing this course, please confirm that your state Board is listed above.
