Cluster: Law, Public Safety, Corrections and Security
State Qualifying Event: Required
Participation: Individual
Level: National Competition
Competition Type: Occupational Related
Competition Details
This competition evaluates students' preparation for firefighting careers through hands-on skill demonstrations and both written and oral presentations. Areas tested include safety; breathing apparatus; fire streams; ladders, ropes, knots, and hoses; fire control; ventilation; emergency medical care and rescue; and protecting fire-cause evidence. Competitors are evaluated using standards established by the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA).
Technical Standards
The career competitions of the SkillsUSA Washington Championships follow the current edition of the SkillsUSA Technical Standards. These are available to professional members (advisors and teachers) as a membership benefit following their submission of membership.
Membership Dues
- Mandatory for student and advisor. Deadline December 20 or before competitions.
- $ 20.00 Per Student & $ 30.00 Per Adviser. One Time payment Per School Year Membership.
14001 SkillsUSA Way, Leesburg, VA 20176
Register Here
- Register at www.skillsusa.org.
- Payable To: SkillsUSA
- Mail To: SkillsUSA Inc.
- Membership Dues Deadline: December 20
- Regional Competitions: You must compete in a regional competition to attend SkillsUSA Washington State Leadership and Skills Conference.