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S-262, Incident Contractor Project Inspector (ILT)

Course Title
Incident Contractor Project Inspector (ILT)
Version Date

2016

Previous Certification Dates

None

Course Number
S-262
Other Training Which Supports
ICPI Incident Contract Project Inspector
Course Description

This course is designed to introduce students to tools and techniques used to perform the duties of the Incident Contract Project Inspector (ICPI). The course provides an overview of what students can expect if dispatched to an incident. It also provides general information on basic contract administration, types of equipment that will be inspected, and an opportunity to inspect equipment if the optional field day is completed.

Course Objective

At the successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

Demonstrate the ability to interpret contract specifications.
Demonstrate the ability to perform basic contract administration.
Perform equipment inspections.

Lead Instructor Minimum Qualifications
Lead instructor must be qualified as a Contracting Officer of Virtual Incident Procurement (VIPR) Incident Blanket Purchase Agreements (IBPAs) or national agreements, Regional Program Lead for Contract Operations; or Regional Equipment Specialist with VIPR COR Authorities.
Format
Instructor Led
Special Delivery Considerations

A. Exercises and Other Pertinent Information

a. The material in this course is designed to be presented through a series of facilitated discussions and classroom exercises. The last portion of the course is devoted to a field exercise, where students will perform inspections on equipment.

B. Course Agenda

a. A sample agenda is in Appendix A. Revise the agenda as appropriate. The agenda can be inserted into the Student Workbook before the beginning of class. Consider removing timeframes from the agenda that is given to students.

These materials are needed above and beyond the usual items) pens, paper, flip charts, markers, etc.).

Examples of Contracts and Agreements
ICPIP Position Task Book
Various pieces of equipment and a mechanic on hand (if possible, for field day inspection process.
Computer with network access and projector screen to show presentations.

Business Steward
FBC Finance/Business Management Committee
Unit Instructor Minimum Qualifications
Unit Instructors should be qualified as an Incident Contract Project Inspector (ICPI). Utilize an interagency cadre in geographic areas where applicable.
Alternate Delivery Mode
Not Applicable
Class Size Recommendations

The recommended class size is 25 to 30 students. The recommended student-to-instructor ratio is 5:1. Cadre members should be present for all instructional sessions. A minimum of three instructors should present this course; however, more instructors are required if a field exercise is incorporated. This is to enable strong mentorship by the cadre to the students.

Class Size Recommendations

The recommended class size is 25 to 30 students. The recommended student-to-instructor ratio is 5:1. Cadre members should be present for all instructional sessions. A minimum of three instructors should present this course; however, more instructors are required if a field exercise is incorporated. This is to enable strong mentorship by the cadre to the students.

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