Political Environment and Legal Matters for Code Officials: Fire Marshal’s Management Institute Modules- Intl. Fire Marshal Assoc. (IFMA)

Course Description: Leadership training for code enforcement officials, fire inspectors and fire marshals consistent with the provisions and job performance requirements of National Fire Protection Association- (NFPA) 1037: Standard on Fire Marshal Professional Qualifications.

Political Environment Objectives– Political Barriers; How to effectively deal with politicians and the political environment; and Issues that may influence politicians and/or the political environment.

Legal Matters for Code Officials Objectives: The element of liability; Be able to recognize and understand possible defenses to legal actions; and Understand how to be better prepared to manage their office and to work effectively within their organizational structure.