Aircraft Rescue & Firefighting (ARFF) IC Certification Program

Firefighters operating a large airport fire truck.

Blue Card's ARFF Incident Command Certification Program Launches in Canada in 2026

Created in collaboration with experienced ARFF incident commanders, this program delivers real-world scenarios based on standards and processes developed by Alan Brunacini in Fire Command. This includes the standard 8 Functions of Command and Strategic Decision-Making.

Why It Matters

Aircraft emergencies pose serious threats to lives within a very short period of time. The ARFF Program enhances incident management by unifying ARFF resources and off-airport fire crews into a standard command system—ensuring stronger coordination, faster deployment, and better outcomes. Strong coordination, fast deployment, and more effective outcomes also improve the return of airport operations after an incident.

The Blue Card ARFF module complements existing Blue Card training but can also function as a stand-alone program, addressing the specialized needs of airport rescue teams.

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Firefighting foam spraying on airport runway fire.

Who Should Enrol?

  • Initial- and strategic-level incident commanders at metro, municipal, or regional airports
  • Off-airport company and command officers responding to airports
  • ARFF personnel and departments seeking a certification of incident commanders that is connected to a continuing education and recertification system

Key Features of the ARFF Program

Custom-Designed Scenarios

Tailored to address critical aspects of ARFF operations, including aircraft fire suppression, evacuation, hazardous material management, and large-scale incident coordination.

State-of-the-Art Training Tools

IC-Centric Curriculum

Accessibility

Comprehensive Resources

Blue Card ARFF Licensing

Online Training Program

The ARFF program utilizes immersive training techniques and comprehensive strategies that align with Blue Card’s established methodology and the Eight Functions of Command.

New Blue Card Customers — $385 USD

Subscription Renewal Pricing — $125 USD

Yearly access renewal to reinforce Fire Command's 8 Functions of Command, building upon previous lessons through various exercises specific to ARFF operations.

Firefighters spraying water on aircraft.
Airplane engulfed in flames at night.

ARFF Train-the-Trainer Instructor Program

The ARFF Train-the-Trainer sessions include three consecutive eight-hour days. TtT participants receive much more detailed lesson plans and instruction on how to deliver ARFF certification within their agency.

New Blue Card Instructors — $3000 USD