Level I sUAS Public Safety Thermography Certification

Support law enforcement, fire, search and rescue, hazardous materials, and emergency management operations using sUAS technology.

 

  • Select the right equipment for your mission
  • Deploy thermal imaging during public safety operations
  • Improve situational awareness, search efficiency, and operational effectiveness

Level I sUAS Public Safety Objectives

Develop the skills needed to perform successful thermal drone operations in public safety environments.

  1. 1

    Understand Infrared Fundamentals

    Learn the science behind thermal imaging, heat transfer, environmental influences, and how thermal cameras detect heat signatures.

  2. 2

    Select the Right Equipment for the Mission

    Understand camera resolution, lens selection, field of view, and aircraft considerations for different public safety applications.

  3. 3

    Capture Reliable Thermal Imagery

    Develop the skills needed to acquire clear, usable thermal images through proper camera operation, focus, range, and flight planning.

  4. 4

    Analyze, Document, and Support Operations

    Learn how to interpret thermal imagery, communicate findings, and document observations that support operational objectives and reporting requirements.

The Most Important Investment You Can Make

Technology alone doesn't guarantee mission success. Level I sUAS Public Safety Thermography Certification gives first responders the knowledge and practical skills needed to confidently deploy thermal drones in real-world public safety operations.

Why Organizations Choose Level I sUAS Public Safety Training

The business case for investing in specialized thermal drone training.
TACTICAL & SITUATIONAL AWARENESS

Improve Situational Awareness During Critical Incidents

Thermal imaging helps teams quickly identify heat signatures, locate individuals, and gather actionable information that may not be visible through conventional imaging systems.

SEARCH & RESCUE OPERATIONS

Increase Search Efficiency and Mission Success

Learn how to properly acquire and interpret thermal imagery to support search and rescue missions, locate missing persons, and improve response effectiveness in challenging environments.

FIRE & EMERGENCY RESPONSE

Enhance Emergency Response Capabilities

Thermal drones can provide valuable information during fireground operations, disaster assessment, hazardous materials incidents, and emergency management activities when rapid situational awareness is critical.

Unlock More Value From Your Public Safety Drone Program

  • Improve mission readiness and operator confidence
  • Support safer and more effective field operations
  • Increase understanding of thermal imaging capabilities and limitations
  • Develop standardized operational workflows and reporting practices

Who Should Attend Level I Public Safety Training

What’s Included with Training

  • Level I sUAS Public Safety Thermography Certification

        • Complete the assessment and earn your Level I sUAS Public Safety Thermography Certification upon successful completion.

  • Get Everything You Need to Learn

    • Includes your textbook, study guide, and lab workbook for learning, practice, and field reference.

  • Learn from Thermography Experts

    • Build practical, field-ready skills through expert instruction, real-world examples, and hands-on exercises.

  • Keep Learning After Certification

    • Access online resources, technical content, and ongoing learning materials to continue developing your skills.

Trusted by Public Safety Professionals

  • Law Enforcement & Tactical Teams

    Roles: UAS operators, tactical teams, crime scene personnel, search coordinators, and public safety aviation units.

  • Fire & Rescue Organizations

    Roles: Fire investigators, command staff, wildfire response teams, fire service drone operators, and emergency response personnel.

  • Search & Rescue Teams

    Roles: Ground search teams, SAR coordinators, wilderness rescue organizations, disaster response specialists, and volunteer response groups.

  • Emergency Management & Homeland Security

    Roles: Emergency managers, disaster response coordinators, preparedness specialists, infrastructure assessment teams, and public safety agencies.

What Public Safety Professionals Say

Learn why law enforcement agencies, fire departments, search and rescue teams, and emergency management organizations choose Level I sUAS Public Safety Certification to strengthen thermal imaging capabilities and mission readiness.

The best UAS course. I've taken many UAS courses here and this by far is the most informative and real world. Instructors are all awesome. Knowledgeable and articulate.