FSA 419 - Advanced Legal Aspects of Fire Protection (Capstone)

Credits: 3

Overview of the U.S. Constitution and its relation to state laws; the nature of torts against fire services agencies and individuals; a fire department’s responsibilities based upon state laws; court cases which have impacted department operations and their effects upon such operations; fire department compliance with hazardous materials right-to-know legislation; and identification of five current legal issues which could impact fire department operations (such as sexual discrimination and privacy issues). Students must have at least junior standing to register for this course.

Course Attributes: C,UWR