Description

The Feedback Instrument for Rescue Force Development – Trainer (FIRE-DO-7) is an evaluation tool designed to collect structured feedback regarding the effectiveness of rescue force training and development programs from the perspective of trainers. The instrument focuses on important aspects of the educational process, including teaching effectiveness, adequacy of available training resources, responsiveness and engagement of trainees, and overall trainer satisfaction with the training program.

The evaluation of these dimensions provides valuable information for the continuous improvement of training quality and supports the optimization of professional development processes within rescue and emergency response organizations. By incorporating the perspective of trainers, the FIRE-DO-7 contributes to identifying strengths and weaknesses in instructional practices and educational procedures.

Purpose

The primary purpose of the FIRE-DO-7 is to collect feedback from trainers regarding the effectiveness of rescue force training programs.

Through the systematic evaluation of the educational process, the instrument aims to identify effective practices, recognize areas requiring improvement, and support the enhancement of training quality and program effectiveness.

The results obtained from the FIRE-DO-7 can be used by training organizations and emergency response institutions to improve teaching methodologies, optimize the use of educational resources, and develop more effective training strategies for rescue personnel.

Structure and Characteristics of the Scale

The FIRE-DO-7 consists of 7 items that evaluate the training process from the perspective of instructors.

The statements focus on key aspects of training effectiveness, including teaching quality, adequacy of available resources, trainees’ participation and responsiveness, and the overall evaluation of the educational program.

Participants respond to each statement using a five-point Likert scale, with response options ranging from:

1 = Strongly Disagree
5 = Strongly Agree

Higher scores indicate more positive evaluations of the training program and greater perceived effectiveness of the instructional process.

The available material does not provide information regarding the existence of specific subscales or the detailed organization of items across different dimensions.

Data Analysis and Use of the Data

The analysis of FIRE-DO-7 data focuses on evaluating the effectiveness of rescue force training programs from the trainers’ perspective.

The results can be used to identify strengths and limitations of the educational process, improve teaching approaches, enhance the utilization of training resources, and increase the overall quality of professional training programs for rescue personnel.

The collected feedback provides useful information for decision-making regarding the design, implementation, and continuous improvement of training activities. It can also support organizational evaluation by highlighting aspects of the educational process that contribute to effective learning outcomes.

Validity and Reliability / Psychometric Characteristics

The available documentation describes the purpose, structure, and scoring procedure of the FIRE-DO-7, but it does not provide specific psychometric characteristics of the instrument.

No information is reported regarding Cronbach’s α values, exploratory or confirmatory factor analysis results, test–retest reliability indicators, or specific validity measures.

Therefore, based on the available material, specific numerical psychometric characteristics of the FIRE-DO-7 cannot be presented. Additional empirical evaluation would be required to determine the reliability, validity, and applicability of the instrument across different rescue force training contexts.

Scoring and Statistical Evaluation

The scoring of the FIRE-DO-7 is performed using a five-point Likert scale, where responses range from:

1 = Strongly Disagree
5 = Strongly Agree

The individual item scores can be combined to provide an overall evaluation of the effectiveness of the training program from the trainers’ perspective.

Higher scores indicate more positive perceptions regarding teaching effectiveness, adequacy of training resources, trainee engagement, and overall program quality.

The available material does not provide information regarding the calculation method of the total score, cut-off values, or predefined categories for interpretation of results. Therefore, the evaluation of scores depends on the objectives and methodology of each individual assessment study.

Applications

The Feedback Instrument for Rescue Force Development – Trainer (FIRE-DO-7) can be used for the evaluation and improvement of professional training programs in rescue and emergency response organizations.

The instrument is particularly useful for assessing instructors’ perceptions of training effectiveness, identifying educational needs, improving instructional practices, and supporting quality assurance processes in professional training environments.

Its applications include the evaluation of rescue personnel training programs, assessment of instructional effectiveness, improvement of educational resources, and development of evidence-based strategies for enhancing professional preparedness.

By incorporating trainers’ experiences and perspectives, the FIRE-DO-7 contributes to the continuous improvement of rescue force education and the development of more efficient and effective training systems.

References

Kirkpatrick, D. L. (1996). Evaluating Training Programs: The Four Levels. Berrett-Koehler Publishers.

Salas, E., Tannenbaum, S. I., Kraiger, K., & Smith-Jentsch, K. A. (2012). The Science of Training and Development in Organizations: What Matters in Practice. Psychological Science in the Public Interest, 13(2), 74–101.

Noe, R. A. (2010). Employee Training and Development. McGraw-Hill Education.