This course provides the skills and knowledge needed for a Fire Officer 3 to safely, effectively, and competently develop plans for providing employee accommodation and hiring procedures; establish minimum staffing requirements; apply California FBOR requirements; encourage participation in professional development; develop a continuing education and training program, promotion procedures and programs, proposals for improving employee benefits; evaluate toxic exposure and behavioral health policies and procedures; develop a measurable accident and injury prevention program.

Designed For: Personnel preparing to pursue Fire Officer 3 certification or anyone who performs the duties of a Fire Officer 3 within their agency.

Lead Instructor: Elite Command Training Instructor
Location: North Net Training Center
Time: 08:00 – 05:00 pm
Date: November 10-13,2026
Fee: $530.00

Prerequisites: Meet one of the following requirements:

• Meet the education requirements of an OSFM Company Officer or Fire Officer 2

• Currently in the position of Chief Fire Officer (acting does not apply)

Certification: Chief Fire Officer
Standard: Complete all activities and formative tests. Complete all summative tests with a minimum score of 80%.
Class Size: 25 max

While you will be in the classroom for four days, you will have to also complete activities related to the Task Book sign-off requirements. These activities are completed at your own pace over the week following the live instruction.  You must complete all task book assignments by the due date of the course which is November 24th -two weeks after the start of class.  You may contact the Instructor directly if you have questions: dpvogelsang@gmail.com.

Upon class completion students will receive a California State Fire Marshal Certificate