Description

The Feedback Tool for Rescue Force Development Examinations (FIRE-P) is an evaluation instrument designed to collect structured feedback regarding the effectiveness of examinations and assessment procedures implemented within rescue force training and development programs. The tool focuses on important dimensions of educational evaluation, including the clarity of examination questions, the objectivity and fairness of the assessment process, the quality of feedback provided to trainees, and participants’ overall satisfaction with the examination experience.

The systematic evaluation of these aspects contributes to the continuous improvement of assessment procedures and supports the development of more transparent, reliable, and learner-centered evaluation systems within professional rescue training programs.

Purpose

The primary purpose of the FIRE-P is the systematic collection of feedback from participants regarding the effectiveness, reliability, and fairness of examinations conducted within rescue force training programs.

The results obtained through the instrument can be used to improve assessment procedures, enhance the educational experience of trainees, and strengthen the overall quality of professional training programs.

By identifying strengths and potential weaknesses in examination processes, the FIRE-P supports evidence-based decision-making regarding the design, implementation, and improvement of educational evaluation practices.

Structure and Characteristics of the Scale

The FIRE-P includes items designed to evaluate essential aspects of examination procedures and the overall assessment experience of trainees.

The instrument examines dimensions such as the clarity of examination questions, perceived fairness of the evaluation process, quality of feedback provided after assessment, and overall satisfaction with examinations.

According to the available material, responses are collected using a five-point Likert scale, with options ranging from:

1 = Strongly Disagree
5 = Strongly Agree

Higher scores indicate more positive perceptions regarding the quality, fairness, and effectiveness of the examination process.

The available material does not provide information regarding the total number of items included in the instrument or the existence of specific subscales.

Data Analysis and Use of the Data

The analysis of FIRE-P data allows the evaluation of the quality and effectiveness of examination procedures used within rescue force training programs.

The collected information can be used to identify strengths and possible limitations of assessment methods, contributing to the improvement of examination design, educational procedures, and trainees’ overall learning experience.

The results may also support the development of more effective assessment strategies and provide evidence-based information for improving professional training programs and evaluation methodologies.

Through systematic feedback collection, the FIRE-P contributes to ensuring that examination processes remain aligned with educational objectives and the operational requirements of rescue personnel.

Validity and Reliability / Psychometric Characteristics

The available documentation describes the purpose, content, and scoring procedure of the FIRE-P, but it does not provide specific information regarding the psychometric evaluation of the instrument.

No information is reported regarding Cronbach’s α values, factor analysis results, validity indicators, test–retest reliability coefficients, or other psychometric measures related to the reliability and validity of the scale.

Therefore, based on the available material, specific numerical psychometric characteristics of the FIRE-P cannot be presented. Further empirical investigation would be required to establish the reliability, validity, and applicability of the instrument across different rescue training and assessment contexts.

Scoring and Statistical Evaluation

The scoring of the FIRE-P is performed using a five-point Likert scale, where participants indicate their level of agreement ranging from:

1 = Strongly Disagree
5 = Strongly Agree

The individual responses can be used to calculate overall or domain-specific indicators reflecting participants’ perceptions regarding the quality, transparency, and fairness of the examination process.

Higher scores indicate more favorable evaluations of the assessment procedures and examination experience.

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

Applications

The Feedback Tool for Rescue Force Development Examinations (FIRE-P) can be applied in the evaluation and improvement of examination procedures within professional rescue training programs.

The instrument is particularly useful for organizations responsible for preparing rescue personnel, where reliable, fair, and transparent assessment systems are essential for ensuring competence and operational readiness.

Its applications include the evaluation of examination quality, assessment of trainee satisfaction, improvement of feedback mechanisms, refinement of evaluation procedures, and support of quality assurance processes in professional education.

By incorporating participants’ perspectives into the evaluation of assessment practices, the FIRE-P contributes to the development of more effective examination systems and supports continuous improvement in rescue force training.

References

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

Guskey, T. R. (2000). Evaluating Professional Development. Corwin Press.

Brown, S., & Knight, P. (1994). Assessing Learners in Higher Education. Routledge.