In 2011, the International Association of Fire Chiefs released the 2nd Edition of the Officer Development Handbook (ODH). The ODH delineates four levels of career development and describes specific duties at each level. While certification as a Fire Officer shows that a person has met the minimum standard as set by the NFPA, the ODH sets a higher standard that encompasses a larger perspective of the ways a person prepares to become an officer.
The Utah Fire Officer Designation Program (UFODP) uses the ODH as a basis to recognize firefighters' or company officers' personal achievement through the following four areas:
This recognition program for Utah fire professionals provides a guide for attainable career advancement. The idea behind the UFODP is that a person’s ability to perform well as an officer depends on more than just a test—capability is built by years of varied and quantifiable learning and growing experiences.
New firefighters can use the UFODP to map out a path for career advancement. Fire departments can use the FODP to help define promotional qualifications.
Currently, two of the three levels of the Fire Officer Development program are available.
DOWNLOAD application before completing it.
Online application process - no physical portfolio required.
DOWNLOAD application before completing it. Note: Supervising Fire Officer Designation is a prerequisite.
Online application process - no physical portfolio required.
Those receiving the designation will receive a framed certificate and pin. The award is usually presented at a department or city/town event by the fire chief or city official.
If you have questions about the program or the application process, please email Chief Aaron Byington.
