NFPA 1561 / Pro Board Certified
Incident Safety Officer (ISO) Course
Overview
With the incident safety officer (ISO) course, Probie Fire Training instructors prepare company-grade and senior firefighters to fulfill the duties of an incident scene safety officer.
As outlined in NFPA 1561 and DoDI 6055.06. Participants will learn how to analyze incident operations, identify unsafe conditions, and mitigate risks during emergency response activities.
2 days of instruction*
DURATION
On-site
METHOD
12
Max CLASS SIZE
16 hours
TOTAL HOURS
*Plus 1/2 day of JPR evaluation + proctored Pro Board exam
Certification Outcome
Successful graduates earn Pro Board certification through FDSOA. Probie provides a Reciprocity Packet for submission to AFCEC for DoD record update. Recognition is subject to AFCEC approval and local policy.
Learning Objectives
Upon completion, participants will be able to:
Identify and mitigate hazards during emergency operations
Apply risk management and safety principles at incident scenes
Monitor and evaluate changing incident conditions
Assist incident command with safety-related tactical decisions
Conduct post-incident safety analysis and documentation
Meet all job performance requirements (JPRs) for ISO
*Candidates must be certified to the Fire Officer I level or equivalent. This requirement aligns with the professional qualification standards outlined in NFPA 1561 for the Incident Safety Officer position.
Empower Your Officers
to Lead Safely
Who Is the Course For?
The Incident Safety Officer course is designed for company-grade officers, experienced firefighters, and fire service personnel who serve, or are preparing to serve, as the safety officer at emergency incidents.
Accreditation & Reciprocity
Accredited by the Pro Board through FDSOA. DoD recognition may be obtained via reciprocity submission to AFCEC Certification Authority per DoDI 6055.06 Appendix A. Recognition is subject to AFCEC approval and local policy.
Frequently Asked Questions
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The Incident Safety Officer course prepares fire service personnel to identify hazards, evaluate changing conditions, and support safe tactical decision-making during emergency incidents. Participants learn how to monitor incident operations, communicate safety concerns to Incident Command, and recommend actions that reduce risk to responders.
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The course is intended for company-grade officers, senior firefighters, current or prospective Incident Safety Officers, and other personnel responsible for emergency-scene safety. It is appropriate for Department of War, municipal, industrial, and other Fire & Emergency Services organizations.
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Candidates should be certified to the Fire Officer I level or possess an equivalent qualification. Participants should also have sufficient operational experience to understand incident command, emergency-scene hazards, tactical operations, and fireground accountability.
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The course includes two days of instruction, one-half day for Job Performance Requirement completion, and one-half day for the Pro Board examination. Departments should plan for three full training days.
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Probie delivers the Incident Safety Officer course on-site at your installation or department. On-site delivery allows personnel to train together while reducing outside travel and scheduling requirements.
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The Incident Safety Officer course can accommodate a maximum of 20 students. This class size supports interactive instruction, practical evaluation, and completion of the required Job Performance Requirements.
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The department agency package includes on-site instruction, course materials, Job Performance Requirement evaluation, a proctored certification examination, and applicable instructor travel.
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Participants learn to identify and mitigate hazards during emergency operations, apply risk-management principles, monitor changing incident conditions, assist Incident Command with safety-related tactical decisions, and complete post-incident safety analysis and documentation.
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Students who successfully complete the course objectives, required JPRs, and proctored examination can earn Pro Board certification through the Fire Department Safety Officers Association. Certification is dependent on satisfying all applicable course and evaluation requirements.
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Eligible Department of War Fire & Emergency Services personnel receive a reciprocity packet containing supporting course and certification documentation. The student or Training Manager can submit that packet through the established process for AFCEC review. Recognition is subject to AFCEC approval and applicable local policy.
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The course addresses the incident-safety responsibilities currently associated with NFPA 1561. Participants learn how those requirements apply to hazard identification, risk management, accountability, and incident-scene safety.
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No. The course is designed to support DoW Fire & Emergency Services requirements, but municipal, industrial, and other fire departments can also schedule the training for personnel responsible for incident-scene safety.
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An Incident Safety Officer focuses on hazards, risk, and responder safety during emergency incidents. A Health and Safety Officer manages the department’s broader occupational safety, health, and wellness program. The two roles are related but have different operational responsibilities.
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Contact Probie Fire Training with your preferred dates, training location, estimated class size, and procurement requirements. Eligible agencies may be able to purchase the course through a Government Purchase Card micro-purchase or another approved procurement method.