This course was designed by the SFM Fire Prevention Bureau and introduces the
concepts of NFPA 1035 Juvenile Firesetter Intervention Specialist I. The class is
designed for those assigned to fire and life safety education duties and other professionals
having youth firesetter responsibilities. Through group activities, students will learn if the
child’s fire setting behavior can be treated through fire safety education, or if it is a
symptom of problems requiring a referral program. Characteristics of fire-setting
behavior for age groups 4-7, 8-11, and 12-14 are covered in this course. Interviewing
techniques to classify fire-setting behavior and methods of establishing a community
firesetter’s referral program are also discussed.
All students must register with the Ohio Fire Academy, prior to attending the NOVFA School.
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