Based on NFPA 1001: Standard for Fire Fighter Professional Qualifications, 2013 Edition.

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1 Based on NFPA 1001: Standard for Fire Fighter Professional Qualifications, 2013 Edition. December 2013 Revised 08/17/2017

2 Chapter Alabama Fire College and Personnel Standards & Education Commission Fire Fighter I/II Certification Progress Report & Instructional JPR Verification Sheet Meets all the requirements of NFPA 1001, Standard for Fire Fighter Professional Qualifications, 2013 edition & Alabama Administrative Code, Chapter 360-X-2-.02: Requirements for Certified Fire Fighter (Revised 08/17/17) Candidate Name (PRINTED) (First, Middle, Last, Complete Name) Course Dates Training Location Candidate Signature Lead Instructor Name (PRINTED) Lead Instructor Signature Date of Course Completion The subjects listed must meet ALL requirements set by the Alabama Fire College and Personnel & Education Commission. This official form (all signatures completed) verifies that the candidate successfully completed all components of the required coursework and certification requirements. This completed form must be submitted for Certification. Each Subject must be taught and assessed, minimum 70% recorded below in the Chapter Test Grades column (gray boxes). Each Skill must be taught and assessed during the course. JPR Testing will be conducted by AFC Certification Proctor/Evaluators at the end of the course. Each signature signifies the understanding of the course pre-requisites, co-requisites and certification requirements (See Certification Criteria Sheet). (M) - Indicates Mandatory Skills that must be completed during the Course by a qualified/approved skills evaluator and submitted to Certification. (Skill Sheets: 1-2; 3-1, 6-1; 6-2; 8-1; 9-1; 9-6; 9-7; 12-1; 12-2; 13-1; 15-2; 15-12; 17-5; 17-7; 18-2; 21-1) Subject Required Chapter Test Grades Required Hours Fire Department (if applicable) Skill Sheet # JPR Reference 1 Orientation & Fire Service History 7 1-1; 1-2(M) 6.1.1, FD Communications; NIMS 7 3-1(M); 3-2; 3-3; , 5.2.2, 5.2.3, 6.2.1, FF Safety & Health , FF PPE & SCBA (M); 6-2(M); , 5.3.1, 5.3.2, 5.3.3, Fire Behavior 7 7 Portable Fire Extinguishers 7 7-1; Water Supply (M) Ropes, Webbing & Knots 7 8-1(M); , , Building Construction 7 11 Forcible Entry ; ; Haz Mat Awareness & Certification 24 Operations Exam 40 Separate Certification Course NFPA 472; Chp's 4, 5, 6.2 & Structural Search 8 9-1(M); 9-2; 9-3; 9-4; 9-5; 9-6(M); 9-7(M); 9-8; 9-9; , 5.3.1, 5.3.5, Consumption Course; SCBA Drills Skill Training (M); 9-2; 9-3; 9-4; 9-5; 9-6(M); 9-7(M); 9-8; 9-9; , 5.3.1, 5.3.5, Ground Ladders (24); Ladder Drills (4) (M); 12-2(M); 12-3; 12-4; 12-5; , 5.3.9, , , Tactical Ventilation (8); Drills (M); ,

3 15 Fire Hose (4); Hose Drills (16) ; 15-2(M); 15-3; 15-4; 15-5; 15-6; 15-7; 15-8; 15-9; 15-10; 15-11; 15-12(M); 15-13; 15-14; , , 5.5.2, Fire Streams (4); Drills (4) 8 16 Foam Operations Skill Training Company Operations Skill Training ; 15-2(M); 15-3; 15-4; 15-5; 15-6; 15-7; 15-8; 15-9; 15-10; 15-11; 15-12(M); 15-13; 15-14; , , 5.5.2, Vehicle Extrication; Drills ; 10-2; ; 6.4.2; Rapid Intervention Crews, FF Survival Certification Exam ; ; 5.3.1; Loss Control ;18-2(M);18-3;18-4; ; Fire Origin & Cause Protective Systems ; Fire & Life Safety Initiatives (M); 21-2; ; 6.5.2; Fire Control (8); Live Fire Training (16) 24 Clean Up/Physical Training 9 Test Review/Testing 8 24-hr Shift Day; Skill Review 24 JPR Testing 4 Certification Written Exam ; 17-2; 17-3; 17-4; 17-5(M); 17-6; 17-7(M); ; 5.3.7; 5.3.8; 5.3.9; ; ; ; ; ; 6.3.2; TOTAL FFI/II HOURS 360

4 Responding on Apparatus Respond on apparatus to an emergency scene NFPA 1001, Standard for Fire Fighter Professional Qualifications, 5.3.2, 5.3.3, 2013 Edition. Skill Sheet-FFI-2-1 The candidate, wearing personal protective clothing, shall properly use all safety devices and equipment while responding on an apparatus to an emergency. Expected time to complete skill(s) is 2 minutes Criteria: Test Retest 1. Properly dresses in all personal protective clothing & equipment CRITICAL POINT 2. Mounts and dismounts apparatus using proper foot and hand holds 3. Sits in a proper location and fastens seatbelt and other safety devices-critical POINT 4. Indicates to driver that they are seated and secured 5. Completes movements which do not require removal of safety devices 6. Remains seated until driver indicates that dismount is safe CRITICAL POINT Candidate must successfully perform 5/6 steps including CRITICAL POINTS Score: /6 Score: /6 Evaluator: Print Name & Signature: Date Overall Skill Sheet Score Re-Test Evaluator: Print Name & Signature: Candidate: Print Name & Signature: Candidate: Print Name or Candidate # Alabama Fire College Revised- 08/12/13

5 Communications-Radio The ability to operate radio equipment NFPA 1001, Standard for Fire Fighter Professional Qualifications, 5.2.1, 5.2.3, 2013 Edition. Skill Sheet-FFI-3-1 The candidate will properly demonstrate transmitting and receiving radio messages using a two-way portable radio. Expected time to complete skill(s) is 1 minute. 1. Checks equipment and ensures that radio is on right frequency, battery is charged, and radio is ready to be used - CRITICAL POINT 2. Waits for open channel prior to transmitting ensuring that they are not interrupting other transmissions 3. Begins with call sign of station being called 4. Uses radio phonetics correctly 5. Transmits message clearly, concisely, and using clear speech (no codes) Candidate must successfully perform 4/5 steps including CRITICAL POINTS Score: /5 Score: /5 Alabama Fire College Revised- 8/13/13

6 Communications-Telephone Calls Answer emergency and non-emergency calls NFPA 1001, Standard for Fire Fighter Professional Qualifications, 5.2.1, 5.2.2, 2013 Edition Skill Sheet-FFI-3-2 The candidate, given a specific situation, shall demonstrate the procedures for answering emergency and nonemergency calls using department communications equipment and ensuring that all information is received and relayed appropriately. Expected time to complete skill(s) is 3 minutes NON-EMERGENCY CALL 1. Identifies self and department in a timely fashion 2. Records all pertinent information received by caller (date, time, caller s name, callback number, and their own name) 3. Hangs up last Candidate must successfully perform ALL steps including CRITICAL POINTS Score: /3 Score: /3 EMERGENCY CALL 1. Identifies self and department in a timely fashion 2. Obtains location of emergency, nature of emergency, callback number, caller s location and situation, and caller s name 3. Records all information 4. Hangs up last Candidate must successfully perform 3/4 steps including CRITICAL POINTS Score: /4 Score: /4 Evaluator: Print Name & Signature: Date Overall Skill Sheet Score Re-Test Evaluator: Print Name & Signature: Candidate: Print Name & Signature: Candidate: Print Name or Candidate # Alabama Fire College Revised- 8/13/13

7 Donning Personal Protective Equipment The ability to don personal protective clothing NFPA 1001, Standard for Fire Fighter Professional Qualifications 5.1.2, 5.3.1, 5.3.2, 5.3.3, 2013 Edition. Skill Sheet-FFI-6-1 The candidate, given a complete set of PPE, will don full personal protective equipment, according to manufacturer s recommendations. Expected time to complete skill(s) is 1 minute 1. Dons boots, pants, protective hood, coat, helmet, and gloves 2. All personal protective equipment donned properly (no exposed skin except for facial area, helmet strap is tightened, coat collar is up, and all fasteners are secured) CRITICAL POINT 3. Completed within 1 minute 4. Doff personal protective clothing and prepare for reuse Candidate must successfully perform 3/4 steps including CRITICAL POINTS Score: /4 Score: /4 Alabama Fire College Revised- 8/13/13

8 Donning Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus The ability to don self-contained breathing apparatus NFPA 1001, Standard for Fire Fighter Professional Qualifications 5.3.1, 5.3.2, 5.3.3, 2013 Edition. Skill Sheet-FFI-6-2 The candidate, wearing personal protective equipment, shall properly don a self-contained breathing apparatus, and activate the PASS alarm. The candidate may use ONE of the following: Over-the-head method, Coat method, or Seat Mount method. Expected time to complete skill(s) is 3 minutes 1. Dons SCBA using one of the listed methods and ensures unit is secured and adjusted properly 2. Dons face piece, attaches regulator (if using waist mount regulator, attaches breathing tube to regulator) inhales activating regulator, holds breath for 5 seconds to ensure there are no leaks CRITICAL POINT 3. Exhales forcefully to ensure exhalation valve is working properly-critical POINT 4. Dons hood, helmet, and gloves and ensures there is no exposed skin CRITICAL POINT 5. Activate PASS alarm-critical POINT Candidate must successfully perform 4/5 steps including CRITICAL POINTS Score: /5 Score: /5 Alabama Fire College Revised- 08/12/13

9 Inspecting SCBA SCBA is cleaned and maintained NFPA 1001, Standard for Fire Fighter Professional Qualifications, 5.3.1*, 5.5.1, 2013 Edition. Skill Sheet-FFI-6-3 The candidate, given a self-contained breathing apparatus, shall demonstrate how to inspect and maintain this unit according to manufacturer s recommendations to ensure the SCBA is ready to use Expected time to complete skill(s) is 3 minutes 1. Checks that cylinder is at least 90% full 2. Checks that all gauges work. Cylinder & regulator gauge should read within 10% of each other 3. Checks to see that low pressure alarm is in working condition CRITICAL POINT 4. Checks to ensure that all hose connections are tight & free of leaks 5. Checks to ensure that the face piece is in good condition & the straps are in the fully extended position 6. Checks to ensure that the harness system is in good condition & that all straps are in the fully extended position 7. Checks to ensure that all valves (e.g. bypass, mainline, exhalation) are operational. Bypass valve should be fully closed. CRITICAL POINT 8. Checks cleanliness of unit Candidate must successfully perform 6/8 steps including CRITICAL POINTS Score: /8 Score: /8 Alabama Fire College Revised- 08/12/13

10 Changing an Air Cylinder The ability to replace SCBA air cylinders NFPA 1001, Standard for Fire Fighter Professional Qualifications, 5.3.1, 2013 Edition, Skill Sheet-FFI-6-6 The candidate, wearing full personal protective equipment, shall demonstrate the proper procedure for changing a SCBA air cylinder using the one person method. The candidate may use any SCBA unit available to his/her department. Expected time to complete skill(s) is 2 minutes 1. Doffs unit using proper procedures 2. Closes cylinder valve on the used bottle and bleeds off pressure - CRITICAL POINT 3. Disconnects the high-pressure coupling from the cylinder and puts the hose coupling on the ground directly in line with the cylinder outlet (ensures grit & liquids can not enter the end of the unprotected high-pressure hose prior to attaching it to the cylinder outlet valve) 4. Releases the cylinder clamp & removes the empty cylinder and places a new cylinder into the backpack 5. Checks cylinder valve opening & the high-pressure hose fitting for debris and checks condition of O-ring CRITICAL POINT 6. Connects high-pressure hose to cylinder valve opening and opens cylinder valve 7. Checks gauges on cylinder & regulator (ensures they are within 10% of each other) Candidate must successfully perform 5/7 steps including CRITICAL POINTS Score: /7 Score: /7 Evaluator: Print Name & Signature: Date Overall Skill Sheet Score Alabama Fire College Revised- 08/12/13

11 Operating Portable Fire Extinguishers Extinguish incipient Class A, B, and C fires with portable fire extinguishers NFPA 1001 Standard for Fire Fighter Professional Qualifications, , 2013 Edition. Skill Sheet-FFI-7-1 The candidate, wearing full protective equipment and given a selection of portable fire extinguishers, shall extinguish a small Class A, B, OR C fire so that the correct extinguisher is chosen, the fire is completely extinguished, and proper extinguisher handling techniques are followed. Expected time to complete skill(s) is 3 minutes 1. Wears complete personal protective clothing 2. Identifies Class of fire (A,B,C) 3. Selects the correct fire extinguisher/agent (verbalizes disrupting electrical current prior to extinguishing if it is a Class C fire) 4. Assures operation prior to using (fully charged and test fire extinguisher) 5. Uses P-A-S-S method 6. Extinguishes fire completely and backs away when retreating CRITICAL POINT Candidate must successfully perform 5/6 steps including CRITICAL POINTS Score: /6 Score: /6 Alabama Fire College Revised- 08/12/13

12 Knots and Hoisting The ability to tie correct knots for hoisting equipment NFPA 1001, Standard for Fire Fighter Professional Qualifications, 5.1.2, , 2013 Edition. Skill Sheet-FFI-8-1 The candidate, given a fire service rope(s), shall tie the appropriate knot and hoist ONE of the following pieces of equipment chosen by the Evaluator. Equipment: Pick Head Axe, Exhaust Fan, Uncharged Section of 1 ½ or 1 ¾, Charged Section of 1 ½ or 1 ¾, Roof Ladder, Pike Pole Expected time to complete skill(s) is 7 minutes NOTE TO EVALUATOR: Pick Head Axe: figure eight on a bight & half hitch; Exhaust Fan: figure eight follow through; Uncharged Section of 1 ½ or 1 ¾ : clove hitch & half hitch; Charged Section of 1 ½ or 1 ¾ : clove hitch & half hitch through the bale; Roof Ladder: figure eight on a bight; Pike Pole: clove hitch & 2 half hitches. 1. Correctly identifies the appropriate knot for the chosen piece of equipment. 2. Correctly ties the appropriate knot (including overhand safety) to the chosen piece of equipment. 3. Hoists tools and equipment without complications Candidate must successfully perform ALL steps including CRITICAL POINTS Score: /3 Score: /3 Alabama Fire College Revised- 8/13/13

13 Cleaning and Inspecting Rope Clean and maintain ropes according to manufacturer s recommendations or department guidelines.- NFPA 1001, Standard for Fire Fighter Professional Qualifications, 5.1.2, 5.5.1, 2013 Edition. Skill Sheet-FFI-8-2 The candidate, given a fire service rope shall demonstrate the technique for inspecting, cleaning and storing the rope according to manufacturer s recommendations or department guidelines Expected time to complete skill(s) is 4 minutes 1. Inspects entire length of rope for chafing, abrasion, melting and exposure to h i l 2. Inspects rope by running through hands and checks for soft spots, voids, and any damage in center fibers or on outer sheath 3. Selects correct tool to clean rope (rope washer, front loading washing machine, hand wash) according to manufacturer s guidelines 4. Cleans rope, according to manufacturer s guidelines and air dries completely before storage 5. Removes any damaged rope from service and records in log 6. Properly stores fire service rope Candidate must successfully perform 5/6 steps including CRITICAL POINTS Score: /6 Score: /6 Alabama Fire College Revised- 8/13/13

14 Search and Rescue Conduct search and rescue operations as a member of a team NFPA 1001, Standard for Fire Fighter Professional Qualifications, 5.3.5, 5.3.9, 2013 Edition. Skill Sheet-FFI-9-1 The candidate, wearing PPE including SCBA, shall demonstrate entering a simulated burning and smoke filled environment, conduct search operations and locate and remove victims if found. The room(s) should be large enough to conduct proper search techniques. Expected time to complete skill(s) is 5 minutes Criteria: Test Retest 1. Sizes up building for hazards, possible egress routes, and safe havens 2. Assess areas to determine tenability of victims 3. Collects all equipment required for searching (working radio, forcible entry tool, flashlight as a minimum) CRITICAL POINT 4. Checks door for heat before entering 5. Uses proper search techniques and stays low during search CRITICAL POINT 6. Searches under and around furniture, behind closed doors, and all closets 7. Ensures all rooms and areas of structure have been searched CRITICAL POINT 8. Evaluates conditions and identifies possible safe havens throughout search 9. Maintains team integrity and exits building safely Candidate must successfully perform 7/9 steps including CRITICAL POINTS Score: /9 Score: /9 Alabama Fire College Revised- 08/12/13

15 Victim Carries Conduct victim removal methods NFPA 1001, Standard for Fire Fighter Professional Qualifications, 5.3.9, 2013 Edition. Skill Sheet-FFI-9-2 The candidate, wearing PPE, shall demonstrate proper victim removal techniques using ONE of the following techniques: extremity carry, seat carry, or blanket drag method. Other assistants will be made available if applicable. The candidate shall give orders and directions when moving the victim. Expected time to complete skill(s) is 10 minutes EXTREMITY CARRY 1. Kneels at the victim s head & directs other rescuer to victim s feet 2. Directs other rescuer to grasp victim s wrists & pull victim into a sitting position while candidate supports victim s head & neck 3. Slips his/her arms under the victim s arms & around the chest, grasping the wrists when other rescuer releases them 4. Directs other rescuer to face away from the victim & grasp under the victim s knees 5. Stands with other rescuer using proper lifting techniques & carries patient to safety. Candidate must successfully perform 4/5 steps Score: /5 Score: /5 SEAT CARRY 1. Rescuers face each other and grasp own right forearm just above wrist 2. Rescuers then grasp each other s left forearm and kneel onto ground with one knee 3. Victim is instructed to sit on rescuers joined arms and rescuers communicate to lift victim 4. Stands with other rescuer using proper lifting techniques & carries patient to safety. Candidate must successfully perform 3/4 steps Evaluator Comments Score: /4 Score: /4 Alabama Fire College Pg 1 of 2 Revised- 8/13/13

16 Victim Carries Conduct victim removal methods 2013 Edition, NFPA 1001, Standard for Fire Fighter Professional Qualifications, 5.3.9* Skill Sheet-FFI-9-2 The candidate, wearing PPE shall demonstrate proper victim removal techniques using ONE of the following techniques: extremity carry, seat carry, or blanket drag method. Other assistants will be made available if applicable. The candidate shall give orders and directions when moving the victim. Expected time to complete skill(s) is 10 minutes BLANKET DRAG 1. Positions blanket next to victim ensuring it extends above victim s head 2. Kneels on victim s side opposite the blanket & rolls victim against knees 3. Pulls blanket against victim & allows victim to roll back onto blanket 4. Wraps blanket around victim 5. Drags victim to safety by pulling the end of the blanket at the victim s head. CRITICAL POINT Candidate must successfully perform 4/5 steps including CRITICAL POINTS Score: /5 Score: /5 Alabama Fire College Pg 2 of 2 Revised- 8/13/13

17 Victim Drags Rescue downed firefighter and victims NFPA 1001, Standard for Fire Fighter Professional Qualifications, 5.3.9, 2013 Edition. Skill Sheet-FFI-9-3 The candidate, wearing PPE, shall demonstrate proper victim removal techniques using the lift and drag, OR the push and pull drag methods. Other assistants will be made available if applicable. The candidate shall give orders and directions when moving the victim. Expected time to complete skill(s) is 10 minutes Criteria/ Performance Steps: Test Retest LIFT AND DRAG METHOD 1. Locate and assess victim s condition 2. Takes position at the head of victim 3. Rescuer wraps both arms around victim s torso and locks hands together (or uses webbing or other method to drag victim if unable to stand based on conditions) 4. Using proper lifting technique lifts victim (if conditions allow) and drags to safety. CRITICAL POINT Candidate must successfully perform 3/4 steps including CRITICAL POINTS PUSH AND PULL DRAG METHOD (For downed firefighter) AS RESCUER #1 OR RESCUER #2 1. Locate and assess victim s condition and place on back 2. Unfasten waist strap of victim s SCBA and pass one strap through crotch area and refastened CRITICAL POINT 3. For Rescuer 1, locates themselves at victim s head and takes hold of SCBA shoulder strap; Rescuer 2 locates themselves inside the legs of the downed firefighter, lifting victim s one leg over shoulder; Rescuer 2 head should be high in victim s groin area and shoulder being used to push buttocks of downed fire fighter 4. On command, Rescuer 1 pulls firefighter, while Rescuer 2 uses legs to push at the same time Score: /4 Score: /4 Candidate must successfully perform 3/4 steps including CRITICAL POINTS Score: /4 Score: /4 Alabama Fire College Revised- 8/13/13

18 Rescue Bringing Victim(s) Down Ladder The ability to use ladder operations for rescue NFPA 1001, Standard for Fire Fighter Professional Qualifications, 5.3.9, 2013 Edition. Skill Sheet-FFI-9-4 The candidate, wearing PPE and provided with an appropriate ladder and a victim, shall bring a simulated unconscious person down the ladder from a safe height. Additional fire fighters should be provided to assist victim out of the window and to secure the ladder. Expected time to complete skill(s) is 4 minutes CRADLE CARRY WHEN VICTIM PRESENTED HEAD FIRST 1. Exterior rescuer on ladder at or below windowsill 2. Victim s head is off to one side allowing victim s torso and legs to come across the ladder horizontally with back of victim facing rescuer 3. Places one forearm and hand under victim s armpit and grasps ladder 4. Other arm is placed one rung below under the top leg into groin area of victim 5. Descends ladder while grasping the rails leaning inward to control victim 6. Descends ladder safely with victim CRITICAL POINT Candidate must successfully perform 5/6 steps including CRITICAL POINTS CRADLE CARRY WHEN VICTIM PRESENTED FEET FIRST 1. Exterior rescuer on ladder at or below windowsill 2. Places victim s legs to the outside of ladder beams and hooks one arm into groin area of victim 3. Both hands grasp ladder and the upper body of victim is placed on opposite arm one rung above 4. Descends ladder while grasping the rails leaning inward to control victim 5. Descends ladder safely with victim CRITICAL POINT Candidate must successfully perform 4/5 steps including CRITICAL POINTS Score: /6 Score: /6 Score: /5 Score: /5 Alabama Fire College Revised- 08/12/13

19 Rapid Intervention The ability to initiate and complete emergency procedures NFPA 1001, Standard for Fire Fighter Professional Qualifications, 5.2.4, 5.3.9* Skill Sheet FFI-9-5 The candidate wearing PPE including SCBA, being part of a rapid intervention team, and given a scenario shall demonstrate procedures to successfully rescue a firefighter that is down or trapped. Expected time to complete skill(s) is 5 minutes RAPID INTERVENTION 1. Locates the firefighter in trouble 2. Assesses firefighters condition and the environment they are in 3. Provides an emergency air supply to the trapped or downed firefighter (if necessary) 4. Calls for additional teams and resources 5. Successfully removes firefighter to safety CRITICAL POINT Candidate must successfully perform 4/5 steps including CRITICAL POINTS Score: /5 Score: /5 Evaluator: Print Name & Signature: Date Overall Skill Sheet Score Re-Test Evaluator: Print Name & Signature: Candidate: Print Name & Signature: Candidate: Print Name or Candidate # Alabama Fire College Revised- 08/12/13

20 Exiting a Hazardous Area The ability to initiate and complete emergency procedures NFPA 1001, Standard for Fire Fighter Professional Qualifications, 5.3.5, 2013 Edition. Skill Sheet-FFI-9-6 The candidate wearing PPE including SCBA, will properly exit a hazardous area given vision-obscured conditions and a hose line located at a remote location to use as a guide line. Expected time to complete skill(s) is 5 minutes 1. Enters structure and immediately grasps hose line 2. Candidate will follow the hose line until the first coupling is found 3. Candidate will tactilely inspect coupling to determine proper direction of travel 4. Once direction is determined the candidate will maintain positive control of the appropriate hose line at all times 5. The candidate will follow the hose line until exiting the hazardous area through the designated point of egress Candidate must successfully perform 4/5 steps including CRITICAL POINTS Score: /5 Score: /5 Alabama Fire College Revised- 08/12/13

21 Declaring a Mayday The ability to initiate and complete emergency procedures NFPA 1001, Standard for Fire Fighter Professional Qualifications, 5.2.4*, 5.3.1*, 5.3.9*, 2013 Edition. Skill Sheet-FFI-9-7 The candidate, wearing personal protective equipment including SCBA, shall demonstrate procedures for declaring a mayday. Expected time to complete skill(s) is 1 minute 1. Transmits on radio that they are declaring a Mayday (repeats three times) CRITICAL POINT 2. Waits for acknowledgement of Mayday 3. Gives LUNAR report (Location, Unit, Name, Assignment, Resources) CRITICAL POINT 4. Manually activates PASS device CRITICAL POINT Candidate must successfully perform 3/4 steps including all critical criteria Score: /4 Score: /4 Evaluator Print Name & Signature: Date Overall Skill Sheet Score Alabama Fire College Revised- 8/13/13

22 Rapid Escape Procedure The ability to initiate and complete emergency procedures NFPA 1001, Standard for Fire Fighter Professional Qualifications, 5.3.1, 5.3.9, 2013 Edition. Skill Sheet-FFI-9-8 The candidate, wearing personal protective equipment including SCBA and given a scenario, shall demonstrate procedures for identifying conditions that require a rapid escape from the structure and to implement the steps required to safely exit the building. Expected time to complete skill(s) is 2 minutes Criteria: Test Retest 1. Preplans escape routes during search and identifies safe havens 2. Identifies the need for rapid evacuation and reports to Command (or sector officer) 3. Acknowledges rapid evacuation or escape signals CRITICAL POINT 4. Immediately leaves area and finds closest egress point 5. Reports successful escape and initiates a PAR CRITICAL POINT Candidate must successfully perform 4/5 steps including CRITICAL POINTS Score: /5 Score: /5 Evaluator Print Name & Signature: Date Overall Skill Sheet Score Alabama Fire College Revised- 08/12/13

23 SCBA Emergency Procedures The ability to control breathing and initiate emergency procedures in the event of an SCBA failure. NFPA 1001, Standard for Fire Fighter Professional Qualifications, 5.2.4*, 5.3.1*, 2013 Edition. (Previously labeled as SS FFI 6-4) Skill Sheet-FFI-9-9 The candidate, wearing full personal protective equipment and SCBA shall demonstrate controlled breathing techniques and be able to demonstrate the ability to perform an emergency procedure check on their self contained breathing apparatus. Warning: No emergency breathing procedure is endorsed by manufacturers, NFPA, ANSI, or any other regulating agency. These procedures should be used only as a last resort in life threatening situations. Expected time to complete skill(s) is 3 minutes CONSERVATION OF AIR (CONTROLLED BREATHING) 1. Calls a Mayday - CRITICAL POINT 2. Inhales normally through nose and exhales normally through mouth. 3. Inhales and exhales slowly. 4. Proceeds to exit as quickly as possible. 5. Repeats steps for three minutes - CRITICAL POINT Candidate must successfully perform 4/5 steps including CRITICAL POINTS EMERGENCY PROCEDURE CHECK 1. Calls a Mayday - CRITICAL POINT 2. Manually activates PASS device 3. Does NOT remove face piece - CRITICAL POINT 4. Places hand to face piece and regulator and checks bypass valve. 5. Uses bypass or cylinder valve to control air flow (depending on free flow or no flow). 6. Corrects problem if possible. 7. Proceeds to exit as quickly as possible. Score: /5 Score: /5 Candidate must successfully perform 6/7 steps including all CRITICAL POINTS Score: /7 Score: /7 Alabama Fire College Revised- 04/12/17

24 Restricted Openings The ability to use SCBA to exit through restricted passages NFPA 1001, Standard for Fire Fighter Professional Qualifications, 5.3.1, 5.3.9, 2013 Edition. (Previously labeled as SS FFI 6-5) Skill Sheet-FFI-9-10 The candidate, wearing full protective equipment including SCBA of his/her choice, shall safely exit an area with a restricted opening using ONE of the listed techniques (vertical or horizontal opening that is too small to accommodate both the firefighter and the SCBA). Expected time to complete skill(s) is 20 minutes Criteria: Test Retest RESTRICTED OPENINGS- SHIFTING THE SCBA 1. Maintains contact with SCBA CRITICAL POINT 2. Maintains physical, visual, or verbal contact with partner CRITICAL POINT 3. Keeps all PPE intact CRITICAL POINT 4. Checks conditions on other side of passage before entry CRITICAL POINT 5. Loosen shoulder strap and then waist strap 6. Shift SCBA to one side (depending on which side regulator is on) 7. After obstruction is cleared, SCBA is repositioned and straps are tightened Candidate must successfully perform 5/7 steps including CRITICAL POINTS Score: /7 Score: /7 RESTRICTED OPENINGS- BACKWARDS SWIM TECHNIQUE 1. Maintains contact with SCBA CRITICAL POINT 2. Maintains physical, visual, or verbal contact with partner CRITICAL POINT 3. Keeps all PPE intact CRITICAL POINT 4. Checks conditions on other side of passage before entry CRITICAL POINT 5. Sits with back against wall and centered between two obstacles 6. Feet positioned in front of body as far as possible and buttocks raised off of ground to proceed through opening 7. Pulls shoulders and elbows into center of body while pushing backwards through the space 8. Once SCBA is clear the firefighter rotates the body, dipping the shoulder to bring the rest of the body through the obstacle Candidate must successfully perform 6/8 steps including CRITICAL POINTS Score: /8 Score: /8 Alabama Fire College Revised- 04/12/17 Page 1 of 3

25 Restricted Openings The ability to use SCBA to exit through restricted passages 2013 Edition, NFPA 1001, Standard for Fire Fighter Professional Qualifications, 5.3.1*, 5.3.9* Skill Sheet-FFI-9-10 The candidate, wearing full protective equipment including SCBA of his/her choice, shall safely exit an area with a restricted opening using ONE of the listed techniques (vertical or horizontal opening that is too small to accommodate both the firefighter and the SCBA). Expected time to complete skill(s) is 20 minutes Criteria: Test Retest RESTRICTED OPENINGS-FORWARD DIVE TECHNIQUE P F P F 1. Maintains contact with SCBA CRITICAL POINT 2. Maintains physical, visual, or verbal contact with partner CRITICAL POINT 3. Keeps all PPE intact CRITICAL POINT 4. Checks conditions on other side of passage before entry CRITICAL POINT 5. Centers body between two wall studs and places both arms in front through obstacle, attempting to get elbows past opening 6. Exhales and arms are pulled inward to center of body, allowing firefighter to fall through opening 7. Clears obstacle and uses arms to pull rest of body through opening Candidate must successfully perform 5/7 steps including CRITICAL POINTS Score: /7 Score: /7 RESTRICTED OPENINGS-FULL ESCAPE PROCEDURE 1. Maintains contact with SCBA CRITICAL POINT 2. Maintains physical, visual, or verbal contact with partner CRITICAL POINT 3. Keeps all PPE intact CRITICAL POINT 4. Checks conditions on other side of passage before entry CRITICAL POINT 5. While lying to one side, loosens the shoulder straps and removes waist strap 6. Rolls out of the backpack to the side of the regulator and does not lose contact with strap CRITICAL POINT 7. SCBA is rotated with cylinder valve facing away from firefighter and straps are neat and organized to facilitate easy redonning 8. Moves forward keeping SCBA in front and close to body CRITICAL POINT 9. When clear of obstacle, redonn the SCBA by laying out straps and rolling into backpack assembly Candidate must successfully perform 7/9 steps including CRITICAL POINTS Score: /9 Score: /9 Alabama Fire College Page 2 of 3 Revised- 4/12/17

26 Restricted Openings The ability to use SCBA to exit through restricted passages 2013 Edition, NFPA 1001, Standard for Fire Fighter Professional Qualifications, 5.3.1*, 5.3.9* Skill Sheet-FFI-9-10 The candidate, wearing full protective equipment including SCBA of his/her choice, shall safely exit an area with a restricted opening using ONE of the listed techniques (vertical or horizontal opening that is too small to accommodate both the firefighter and the SCBA). Expected time to complete skill(s) is 20 minutes Evaluator: Print Name & Signature: Date Overall Skill Sheet Score Re-Test Evaluator: Print Name & Signature: Candidate: Print Name & Signature: Candidate: Print Name or Candidate # Alabama Fire College Page 3 of 3 Revised- 04/12/17

27 Forcible Entry The ability to force entry through doors, windows, and walls NFPA 1001, Standard for Fire Fighter Professional Qualifications, 5.3.4, 2013 Edition. Skill Sheet-FFI-11-1 The candidate wearing full protective equipment and given a selection of forcible entry tools shall demonstrate procedures for forcing their way into ONE OR A COMBINATION of the following: doors, windows, or through walls. Expected time to complete skill(s) is 2 minutes 1. Selects proper forcible entry tool for task and identifies locking mechanism or obstruction 2. Identifies potential hazards 3. Opens doors, windows, or walls using approved methods 4. Props open doors or windows to prevent closure OR ensures it is safe to force their way through a wall Candidate must successfully perform 3/4 steps Score: /4 Score: /4 Alabama Fire College Revised- 8/13/13

28 Single Firefighter Ladder Raise and Carry The ability to carry, raise, and extend ground ladders NFPA 1001, Standard for Fire Fighter Professional Qualifications, 5.3.6, 5.3.9, , 2013 Edition. Skill Sheet-FFI-12-1 The candidate, wearing protective clothing and given a single fire service ladder, shall carry the ladder using an approved technique. The candidate shall raise ladder, set proper climbing angle, climb the ladder to a designated point, and safely lower ladder to ground. The student shall be provided an assistant to heel ladder. Expected time to complete skill(s) is 3 minutes 1. Carries ladder to the building using single-firefighter technique 2. Determine that the wall/roof will support the ladder 3. Checks for overhead obstructions before raising and places butt of ladder against building CRITICAL POINT 4. Raises ladder to vertical position and pulls butt end out for proper climbing angle 5. Ladder is stable and under control CRITICAL POINT 6. Safely climbs to assigned point maintaining three points of contact on ladder (assistant heeling ladder) 7. Safely descends ladder and lowers ladder to ground Candidate must successfully perform 5/7 steps including CRITICAL POINTS Score: /7 Score: /7 Alabama Fire College Revised- 08/12/13

29 Two Firefighter Ladder Raise and Carry The ability to carry, raise, and extend ground ladders NFPA 1001, Standard for Fire Fighter Professional Qualifications 5.3.6, 5.3.9, , 2013 Edition. Skill Sheet-FFI-12-2 The candidate, wearing protective clothing, provided with an assistant and given a fire service extension ladder, shall correctly carry the ladder using an approved carry technique The candidate shall raise ladder, set proper climbing angle, climb the ladder to a designated point, and safely lower ladder to ground. The candidate shall be giving all placement and movement commands. Expected time to complete skill(s) is 5 minutes Criteria: Test Retest 1. Carries ladder to the building using approved carrying technique (suitcase, shoulder, flat) 2. Determine that the wall/roof will support the ladder 3. Checks for overhead obstructions before raising and places butt of ladder on ground at a point determined for proper climbing angle CRITICAL POINT 4. Raises ladder to vertical position using a rung or beam raise 5. Fly section is extended to necessary height depending on task 6. Ladder is stable and under control at all times CRITICAL POINT 7. Halyard is secured and locks are visually checked 8. Ensures ladder is heeled at all times while on ladder 9. Safely climbs to assigned point maintaining three points of contact on ladder 10. Safely descends ladder and lowers ladder to ground Candidate must successfully perform 7/10 steps including CRITICAL POINTS Score: /10 Score: /10 Alabama Fire College Revised- 8/13/13

30 Roof Ladder Deployment The ability to carry, raise, and extend ground ladders and deploy roof ladders NFPA 1001, Standard for Fire Fighter Professional Qualifications, 5.3.6*, , 2013 Edition. Skill Sheet-FFI-12-3 The candidate, wearing protective clothing, provided with an assistant, and given necessary ladders, shall carry the ladders using approved carrying techniques. The candidate shall raise ladder to roof, set proper climbing angle, climb ladder, deploy roof ladder, and safely lower ladders to ground. The candidate shall be giving all placement and movement commands. Expected time to complete skill(s) is 7 minutes Criteria: Test Retest 1. Carries, raises and secures extension ladder using approved methods 2. Determine that the wall/roof will support the ladder CRITICAL POINT 3. Checks for overhead obstructions before raising CRITICAL POINT 4. Extension ladder is raised a minimum of 5 rungs above roof edge 5. Ensures ladder is heeled or secured at all times while on ladder 6. Extends roof hooks and places roof ladder on shoulder and climbs to roof edge 7. Uses leg lock to secure to ladder, takes roof ladder off shoulder and slides ladder on roof until roof hooks go over ridge and are secure 8. Ladder is stable and under control at all times 9. Safely climbs and descends ladder maintaining three points of contact on ladder 10. Safely lowers ladder to ground Candidate must successfully perform 7/10 steps including CRITICAL POINTS Score: /10 Score: /10 Note: If hooks on roof ladder are opened during carrying, they are to be turned outward Alabama Fire College Revised- 8/13/13

31 Roof Ladder Deployment The ability to carry, raise, and extend ground ladders and deploy roof ladders NFPA 1001, Standard for Fire Fighter Professional Qualifications, 5.3.6*, , 2013 Edition. Skill Sheet-FFI-12-3 The candidate, wearing protective clothing, provided with an assistant, and given necessary ladders, shall carry the ladders using approved carrying techniques. The candidate shall raise ladder to roof, set proper climbing angle, climb ladder, deploy roof ladder, and safely lower ladders to ground. The candidate shall be giving all placement and movement commands. Expected time to complete skill(s) is 7 minutes Criteria: Test Retest 1. Carries, raises and secures extension ladder using approved methods 2. Determine that the wall/roof will support the ladder CRITICAL POINT 3. Checks for overhead obstructions before raising CRITICAL POINT 4. Extension ladder is raised a minimum of 5 rungs above roof edge 5. Ensures ladder is heeled or secured at all times while on ladder 6. Extends roof hooks and raises roof ladder to rest against extension ladder 7. Places roof ladder on shoulder and climbs to roof edge 7. Uses leg lock to secure to ladder, takes roof ladder off shoulder and slides ladder on roof until roof hooks go over ridge and are secure 8. Ladder is stable and under control at all times 9. Safely climbs and descends ladder maintaining three points of contact on ladder 10. Safely lowers ladder to ground Candidate must successfully perform 8/11 steps including CRITICAL POINTS Score: /11 Score: /11 Note: If hooks on roof ladder are opened during carrying, they are to be turned outward Alabama Fire College Revised- 10/22/14

32 Cleaning and Inspecting Ladders Clean and maintain ladders according to manufacturer and department guidelines NFPA 1001, Standard for Fire Fighter Professional Qualifications, 5.5.1, 2013 Edition. Skill Sheet-FFI-12-4 The candidate, given an appropriate ladder and cleaning supplies (brush, water, lubricating material), shall demonstrate and verbally explain how to clean, maintain, and inspect a fire service ladder according to manufacturer and department guidelines. Expected time to complete skill(s) is 5 minutes Criteria: Test Retest 1. Uses water & a soft-bristle brush to remove dirt; solvents may be used for tar, oil, or grease; wipes dry 2. Checks lubrication of moveable parts 3. Checks heat sensor label (heat exposure signs) 4. Checks rungs (tightness, deformations) 5. Checks welds, bolts & rivets (tightness, defects) 6. Checks beams (deformations) 7. Checks pawl assemblies (moves freely) 8. Checks halyard (fraying, kinking, snugness, free movement) 9. Checks pulleys (turn freely) 10. Checks ladder guides (free movement of fly section) Candidate must successfully perform 7/10 steps including CRITICAL POINTS Score: /10 Score: /10 Alabama Fire College Revised- 08/12/13

33 Ladders - Using a Leg Lock The ability to work off of a ladder and complete an assignment NFPA 1001, Standard for Fire Fighter Professional Qualifications, 5.3.6, , 2013 Edition. Skill Sheet-FFI-12-5 The candidate, wearing personal protective equipment and provided with a fire axe and a person to secure the ladder, shall climb to a height of at least 15 ft. with the fire axe. The candidate shall then secure him/herself using the leg lock technique to the ladder and demonstrate using a fire axe. Expected time to complete skill(s) is 2 minutes Criteria: Test Retest 1. Climbs ladder with axe in one hand & slides the other hand underneath the beam (maintains three points of contact) CRITICAL POINT 2. Climbs smoothly & rhythmically 3. Raises leg up & over two consecutive rungs 4. Places foot through the rung underneath knee 5. Hooks tip of boot over beam or rung 6. Places opposite leg/foot against beam 7. Appears stable to perform work with axe CRITICAL POINT Candidate must successfully perform 5/7 steps including CRITICAL POINTS Score: /7 Score: /7 Alabama Fire College Revised- 8/13/13

34 Ladders Operating a Hose Line The ability to work off of a ladder and complete an assignment NFPA 1001, Standard for Fire Fighter Professional Qualifications, , 2013 Edition. Skill Sheet-FFI-12-6 The candidate, wearing personal protective equipment and SCBA, will operate a charged hose line (1 ½ diameter or larger) while secured to a ground ladder. Expected time to complete skill(s) is 2 minutes Criteria: Test Retest 1. Verifies that ladders is securely tied off and properly heeled 2. Climbs ladder, maintaining 3 points of attachment, carrying a hose rope tool or webbing to secure hose to the ladder. 3. Climbs to proper position and performs a leg lock or secures to ladder with ladder belt CRITICAL POINT 4. Charged hose line is brought up using the hand over hand method 5. Places nozzle over the rung approx. 12 and secures hose to the ladder using hose rope tool or webbing 6. Directs hose line to be secured to the ladder every 20 ft 7. Operates then closes nozzle slowly to prevent water hammer Candidate must successfully perform 5/7 steps including CRITICAL POINTS Score: /7 Score: /7 Alabama Fire College Revised- 8/13/13

35 Forced Horizontal Ventilation The ability to perform horizontal ventilation NFPA 1001, Standard for Fire Fighter Professional Qualifications, , 2013 Edition. Skill Sheet-FFI-13-1 The candidate wearing full protective equipment, given an assistant and the necessary tools and equipment shall demonstrate ventilating a structure using ONE OR A COMBINATION of the following methods. Expected time to complete skill(s) is 15 minutes MECHANICAL VENTILATION (POSITIVE or NEGATIVE PRESSURE) 1. Organizes and collects necessary equipment 2. Uses safe procedures for breaking window /door glass and removing obstructions 3. Positions and starts fan 4. Ensures exit opening is proportioned to entry opening and establishes a draft path 5. Ensures smoke is cleared before shutting down fan CRITICAL POINT Candidate must successfully perform 4/5 steps including CRITICAL POINTS Score: /5 Score: /5 HYDRAULIC VENTILATION 1. Uses safe procedures for breaking window / door glass and removing obstructions 2. Sets fog nozzle position covering approximately 90% of opening 3. Positions at opening ensuring water is directed outside 4. Stream being used is effective CRITICAL POINT 5. Shuts down nozzle when ventilation is achieved minimizing water damage Candidate must successfully perform 4/5 steps including CRITICAL POINTS Score: /5 Score: /5 Alabama Fire College Revised- 8/13/13

36 Vertical Ventilation The ability to perform vertical ventilation NFPA 1001, Standard for Fire Fighter Professional Qualifications, , 2013 Edition. Skill Sheet-FFI-13-2 The candidate, wearing full protective equipment, given the necessary tools and equipment shall demonstrate making an adequate opening in the roof for ventilation purposes and ensuring all safety practices are adhered to. Expected time to complete skill(s) is 10 minutes 1. Organizes and collects necessary equipment ensuring all tools are started and checked at ground level 2. Checks for unsafe conditions and provides two means of escape 3. Selects suitable location to ventilate and ensures charged hoseline is in place 4. Sounds roof with tool before climbing on roof and works safely from roof ladder CRITICAL POINT 5. Marks location for opening and starts cutting farthest from roof ladder 6. Creates an opening (minimum 4 x 4 ) and removes all interior barriers including ceiling materials 7. Avoids cutting structural members 8. Leaves roof when task complete Candidate must successfully perform 6/8 steps including CRITICAL POINTS Score: /8 Score: /8 Evaluator Print Name & Signature: Date Overall Skill Sheet Score Alabama Fire College Revised- 8/13/13

37 Cleaning/Inspecting Fire Hose The ability to clean and inspect fire hose NFPA 1001, Standard for Fire Fighter Professional Qualifications, 5.5.2, 2013 Edition. Skill Sheet-FFI-15-1 The candidate, given washing equipment, water, detergent, tools, and replacement hose gaskets shall wash and inspect fire hose according to the manufacture s recommendations for any damage and to ensure hose is in a ready state for service. Expected time to complete skill(s) is 4 minutes Criteria: Test Retest 1. Cleans couplings using water and brush (soapy water if necessary) 2. Inspects couplings on hose ensuring that swivels operate and threads are not damaged 3. Demonstrates replacing hose coupling gasket 4. Cleans hose jacket using brooms, brushes, clear water, and soap for areas of heavy contamination 5. Inspects hose jacket ensuring there are no defects or damage (holes, tears, or chemicals/fuel) 6. If hose is found to be defective, marks out of service and records 7. Dries hose using hose tower, drying rack, or other means (keeps out of direct sunlight and high heat devices for drying) Candidate must successfully perform 5/7 steps including CRITICAL POINTS Score: /7 Score: /7 Alabama Fire College Revised- 08/12/13

38 Couple and Uncouple Hose The ability to couple and uncouple various hand line connections NFPA 1001, Standard for Fire Fighter Professional Qualifications, , , 2013 Edition. Skill Sheet-FFI-15-2 The candidate, wearing personal protective equipment and given two lengths of fire hose, shall couple and uncouple the hose using ONE of the listed methods. Expected time to complete skill(s) is 10 minutes ONE PERSON FOOT-TILT METHOD 1. Inspects all components, including gasket, for physical damage 2. Tilts male coupling upward with foot 3. Connects couplings by turning the swivel completely onto the male end, aligning flat sides of hose Candidate must successfully perform ALL steps Score: /3 Score: /3 ONE PERSON OVER-THE-HIP METHOD P F P F 1. Inspects all components, including gasket, for physical damage 2. Brings female coupling over the hip 3. Connects couplings by turning the swivel completely onto the male end, aligning flat sides of hose Candidate must successfully perform ALL steps Score: /3 Score: /3 TWO PERSON OVER-THE-HIP METHOD P F P F 1. Inspects all components, including gasket, for physical damage 2. Has assistant hold male coupling and look away 3. Connects couplings by turning the swivel completely onto the male end, aligning flat sides of hose Candidate must successfully perform ALL steps Score: /3 Score: /3 ONE PERSON KNEE-PRESS METHOD P F P F 1. Folds hose on itself on the ground and presses knee down on female coupling 2. Turns female coupling to the left to break connection Candidate must successfully perform ALL steps Score: /2 Score: /2 Alabama Fire College Pg 1 of 2 Revised- 08/12/13

39 Hose Coupling and Uncoupling The ability to couple and uncouple various hand line connections 2013 Edition, NFPA 1001, Standard for Fire Fighter Professional Qualifications, * Skill Sheet-FFI-15-2 The candidate, wearing personal protective equipment and given two lengths of fire hose, shall couple and uncouple the hose using the following methods. Expected time to complete skill(s) is 10 minutes Criteria: Test Retest TWO PERSON STIFF-ARM METHOD P F P F 1. Positions self & partner for grasping couplings (facing each other with coupling in between; feet apart: grasps using both hands; arms stiff & straight) 2. Using body weight, compresses gaskets in couplings (presses coupling toward each other) 3. Disconnect the coupling (turns coupling counter clockwise) Candidate must successfully perform ALL steps including all critical criteria Score: /3 Score: /3 Alabama Fire College Pg 2 of 2 Revised-8/12/13

40 Hose Section Drain and Carry The ability to return fire hose into service NFPA 1001, Standard for Fire Fighter Professional Qualifications, , 5.5.2, 2013 Edition. Skill Sheet-FFI-15-3 The candidate, given a 50 section of 2½ hose, shall demonstrate a drain and carry of that hose. Expected time to complete skill(s) is 2 minutes Criteria: Test Retest 1. Starts at one end of hose with coupling at waist and feeds hose over shoulder and back down to waist 2. Fold is created and the hose is laid on itself back to the front 3. Continues to walk forward folding and re-folding the hose over the shoulder until finished 4. Hose is carried to desired location Candidate must successfully perform 3/4 steps including CRITICAL POINTS Score: /4 Score: /4 Alabama Fire College Revised- 08/12/13

41 Rolling Hose The ability to roll hose and put back in service NFPA 1001, Standard for Fire Fighter Professional Qualifications, 5.5.2, 2013 Edition. Skill Sheet-FFI-15-4 The candidate, given sections of 1 ¾ to 2 ½ fire service hose, shall demonstrate rolling hose using ONE of the following methods. Expected time to complete all skill(s) is 20 minutes Criteria: Test Retest STRAIGHT ROLL 1. Lays hose in a straight line 2. Begins rolling at male end for attack hose and female end for supply hose 3. Completes the roll ensuring edges are aligned for storage Candidate must successfully perform ALL steps Score: /3 Score: /3 SINGLE DONUT (METHOD #1) 1. Lay hose flat folding the hose on top of itself with the male coupling on top about 3 feet short of female coupling 2. Starting at the fold, roll hose toward the coupling 3. Completes the roll bringing the female coupling over the male coupling end Candidate must successfully perform ALL steps Score: /3 Score: /3 SINGLE DONUT (METHOD #2) 1. Lays hose flat 2. Starting at a point off center about 6 feet toward the male coupling roll the hose toward the female coupling 3. Completes the roll bringing the female coupling over the male coupling end Candidate must successfully perform ALL steps Score: /3 Score: /3 Alabama Fire College Pg 1 of 2 Revised- 08/12/13

42 Rolling Hose The ability to roll hose and put back in service 2013 Edition, NFPA 1001, Standard for Fire Fighter Professional Qualifications, Skill Sheet-FFI-15-4 The candidate, given sections of 1 ½ to 2 ½ fire service hose, shall demonstrate rolling hose using ONE of the following methods. Expected time to complete all skill(s) is 20 minutes Criteria: Test Retest TWIN DONUT ROLL P F P F 1. Lays hose flat with couplings together at one end lying parallel to each other 2. At the center, starts rolling with loop folded over both halves and both halves are rolled toward coupling end at the same time 3. Completes the roll and secures with strap, rope, or creates a self-locking roll Candidate must successfully perform ALL steps Score: /3 Score: /3 Alabama Fire College Pg 2 of 2 Revised- 8/12/13

43 Loading/Advancing Hose - Accordion Load The ability to load and advance fire hose NFPA 1001, Standard for Fire Fighter Professional Qualifications, , 5.5.2, 2013 Edition. Skill Sheet-FFI-15-5 The candidate, given three (3) 50 sections of 1 ½ or larger hose, shall demonstrate the procedures for loading and advancing an accordion hose load for a reverse lay. The student shall load all three (3) sections of 1 ½ or larger hose. The student may use an assistant to load the hose; however, the student must instruct the assistant as if he/she had no prior hose loading knowledge. Expected time to complete skill(s) is 10 minutes LOADING AN ACCORDION LOAD 1. Lays first length against partition on edge with female coupling at front of bed (the female may be attached to pumper outlet for a pre-connect) 2. Continues loading hose parallel and on edge from the back of the bed to the front 3. First bend of hose is even with back edge of hose bed 4. Folds at back edge of bed are staggered approximately 2 from adjacent bend 5. Uses a Dutchman where appropriate 6. Hose is loaded neatly and evenly 7. Secures end of hose (for pre-connect, nozzle may be attached) Candidate must successfully perform 5/7 steps including CRITICAL POINTS ADVANCING AN ACCORDION LOAD 1. Proper appliance or nozzle is attached at end of hose 2. Selects the proper amount of hose to be deployed and pulls hose halfway out of bed and places on shoulder with nozzle or appliance at bottom CRITICAL POINT 3. Steps away from bed pulling additional folds and dropping them to ground (another fire fighter can be used at this point to shoulder load instead of dropping to ground) 4. Hose is flaked off shoulder one fold at a time while moving forward Candidate must successfully perform 3/4 steps including CRITICAL POINTS Score: /7 Score: /7 Score: /4 Score: /4 Alabama Fire College Revised- 08/12/13

44 Loading/Advancing Hose - Flat Load The ability to load and advance fire hose NFPA 1001, Standard for Fire Fighter Professional Qualifications, , 5.5.2, 2013 Edition. Skill Sheet-FFI-15-6 The candidate, given three (3) 50 sections of 1 ½ or larger hose, shall demonstrate the procedures for loading and advancing a flat hose load for a forward lay. The student shall load all three (3) sections of 1 ½ or larger hose. The student may use an assistant to load the hose; however, the student must instruct the assistant as if he/she had no prior hose loading knowledge. Expected time to complete skill(s) is 10 minutes LOADING A FLAT LOAD 1. Lays first length in bed against partition, flat with male coupling on the right of the bed 2. Folds hose upon itself, on top of first length and even with rear of edge of bed 3. Continues toward front of bed, angling slightly to place this length adjacent to the first 4. Continues this pattern across bed and staggers folds at rear edge 5. Lays hose on top of previous length angling off to side so that next bend is adjacent to previous bend at rear of hose bed 6. Lays succeeding lengths progressively inward toward the center, until hose bed is filled 7. Uses a Dutchman where appropriate 8. Hose is loaded neatly and evenly 9. Secures end of hose (for pre-connect, nozzle may be attached) Candidate must successfully perform 7/9 steps Score: /9 Score: /9 ADVANCING A FLAT LOAD P F P F 1. Proper appliance or nozzle is attached at end of hose 2. Selects the proper amount of hose to be deployed and pulls hose halfway out of bed and places on shoulder with nozzle or appliance at bottom CRITICAL POINT 3. Steps away from bed pulling additional folds and dropping them to ground (another fire fighter can be used at this point to shoulder load instead of dropping to ground) 4.Hose is flaked off shoulder one fold at a time while moving forward Candidate must successfully perform 3/4 steps including CRITICAL POINTS Score: /4 Score: /4 Alabama Fire College Page 1 of 2 Revised- 08/12/13

45 Loading/Advancing a Flat Load The ability to load and advance fire hose 2013 Edition, NFPA 1001, Standard for Fire Fighter Professional Qualifications, *, Skill Sheet-FFI-15-6 The candidate, given three (3) 50 sections of 1 ½ or larger hose, shall demonstrate the procedures for loading and advancing a flat hose load for a forward lay. The student shall load all three (3) sections of 1 ½ or larger hose. The student may use an assistant to load the hose; however, the student must instruct the assistant as if he/she had no prior hose loading knowledge. Expected time to complete skill(s) is 10 minutes Alabama Fire College Page 2 of 2 Revised- 8/12/13

46 Loading/Advancing Hose - Pre-Connected Flat Load The ability to load and advance fire hose NFPA 1001, Standard for Fire Fighter Professional Qualifications, *, 5.5.2, 2013 Edition Skill Sheet-FFI-15-7 The candidate, given an engine with 150 of 1-1/2 or 1-3/4 attack line, shall demonstrate the correct procedure for loading and advancing a flat load attack line. The student may use an assistant; however, the student must instruct the assistant as if he/she had no prior knowledge. Expected time to complete skill(s) is 10 minutes LOADING A PRE-CONNECTED FLAT LOAD 1. Attach the female coupling to the discharge outlet 2. Lay the first fold length of hose flat in the bed against the side wall 3. Angle the hose to lay the next fold length adjacent to the first fold length (number of adjacent folds to be determined by width of hose bed) 4. Extends loops on hose where appropriate for easy hose deployment (loops can be placed at 1/3 and 2/3 and large enough for arm to reach through 5. Completes loading and attaches nozzle or appliance Candidate must successfully perform 4/5 steps including CRITICAL POINTS Score: /5 Score: /5 ADVANCING A PRE-CONNECTED FLAT LOAD 1. Proper appliance or nozzle is attached at end of hose 2. Places nozzle or appliances over shoulder and arm through the loops 3. Pulls hose out of hosebed by the loops 4. Walks away from apparatus until first loop pulls tight, then release loop 5. Continue walking away until second loop pulls tight, then release loop 6. Hose is deployed with no kink or tangles and ensures entire hose lay is deployed Candidate must successfully perform 5/6 steps including CRITICAL POINTS Score: /6 Score: /6 Alabama Fire College Page 1 of 2 Revised- 8/13/13

47 Loading/Advancing Pre-Connected Flat Load The ability to load and advance fire hose 2013 Edition, NFPA 1001, Standard for Fire Fighter Professional Qualifications, *, Skill Sheet-FFI-15-7 The candidate, given an engine with 150 of 1-1/2 or 1-3/4 attack line, shall demonstrate the correct procedure for loading and advancing a flat load attack line. The student may use an assistant; however, the student must instruct the assistant as if he/she had no prior knowledge. Expected time to complete skill(s) is 10 minutes Alabama Fire College Page 2 of 2 Revised- 8/13/13

48 Loading/Advancing Hose - Pre-Connected Minuteman Load The ability to load and advance fire hose NFPA 1001, Standard for Fire Fighter Professional Qualifications, , 5.5.2, 2013 Edition. Skill Sheet-FFI-15-8 The candidate, given an engine with 150 of 1-1/2 or 1-3/4 attack line, shall demonstrate the correct procedure for loading and advancing a minuteman load attack line. The student may use an assistant; however, the student must instruct the assistant as if he/she had no prior knowledge. Expected time to complete skill(s) is 10 minutes LOADING A PRE-CONNECTED MINUTEMAN LOAD 1. Attach the female coupling to the discharge outlet 2. Lay the first length of hose flat in the bed against the side wall leaving a loop at the bottom for pulling later 3. Leaves about 3 outside of bed and places to side for attachment later (number of adjacent folds to be determined by width of hose bed) 4. Attaches nozzle to next length and loads the rest of hose using a flat load until female end is reached 5. Connects hose that was laid to the side with hose that has nozzle to complete the loading 6. Connected sections laid on top of load Candidate must successfully perform 5/6 steps including CRITICAL POINTS Score: /6 Score: /6 Alabama Fire College Pg 1 of 2 Revised- 8/13/13

49 Loading/Advancing Pre-Connected Minuteman Load The ability to load and advance fire hose 2013 Edition, NFPA 1001, Standard for Fire Fighter Professional Qualifications *, Skill Sheet-FFI-15-8 The candidate, given an engine with 150 of 1-1/2 or 1-3/4 attack line, shall demonstrate the correct procedure for loading and advancing a minuteman load attack line. The student may use an assistant; however, the student must instruct the assistant as if he/she had no prior knowledge. Expected time to complete skill(s) is 10 minutes ADVANCING A PRE-CONNECTED MINUTEMAN LOAD P F P F 1. Nozzle and hose layers on top are pulled out about 1/3 of the hosebed and placed on shoulder (a loop can be placed at the bottom of nozzle for ease of deployment) 2. Pulls bottom loop of hose load to ensure full deployment of hose from apparatus 3. Walks away from apparatus allowing hose to pay off or drop to side as advancing 4. Hose is deployed with no kinks or tangles and ensures entire hose lay is deployed from apparatus Candidate must successfully perform 3/4 steps including CRITICAL POINTS Score: /4 Score: /4 Alabama Fire College Pg 2 of 2 Revised- 8/13/13

50 Loading/Advancing Hose - Triple Layer Load The ability to load and advance fire hose NFPA 1001, Standard for Fire Fighter Professional Qualifications, *, 5.5.2, 2013 Edition. Skill Sheet-FFI-15-9 The candidate, given three (3) 50 sections of 1 ½ or larger hose, shall demonstrate the procedures for loading and advancing a triple layer hose load. The student shall load all three (3) sections of 1 ½ or larger hose. The student may use an assistant to load the hose; however, the student must instruct the assistant as if he/she had no prior hose loading knowledge. Expected time to complete skill(s) is 10 minutes LOADING A TRIPLE LAYER LOAD 1. Couples all sections of hose together to make one length of Attaches female coupling to discharge and attaches nozzle at opposite end 3. Lays hose in straight line from apparatus 4. Picks up hose at a point 2/3 of distance to nozzle end and carries fold toward apparatus and lays carried hose on top of first part of hose 5. Forms three layers of hose that are stacked on one another 6. Uses assistants to help simultaneously load all three layers into engine hose bed 7. Three layers stay together throughout loading and staggers folds 8. Continues laying hose into the bed until the entire length is loaded and if possible, slips fold thru bale of nozzle Candidate must successfully perform 6/8 steps including CRITICAL POINTS Score: /8 Score: /8 ADVANCING A TRIPLE LAYER LOAD 1. Places first fold with nozzle over the shoulder while facing in the direction of travel 2. Advances hose until entire load has cleared the bed CRITICAL POINT 3. Drops fold and advances nozzle to objective Candidate must successfully perform ALL steps including CRITICAL POINTS Score: /3 Score: /3 Alabama Fire College Page 1 of 2 Revised- 8/13/13

51 Loading/Advancing a Triple Layer Load The ability to load and advance fire hose 2013 Edition, NFPA 1001, Standard for Fire Fighter Professional Qualifications, *, Skill Sheet-FFI-15-9 The candidate, given three (3) 50 sections of 1 ½ or larger hose, shall demonstrate the procedures for loading and advancing a triple layer hose load. The student shall load all three (3) sections of 1 ½ or larger hose. The student may use an assistant to load the hose; however, the student must instruct the assistant as if he/she had no prior hose loading knowledge. Expected time to complete skill(s) is 10 minutes Alabama Fire College Page 2 of 2 Revised- 8/13/13

52 Loading/Advancing Hose - Horseshoe Load The ability to load and advance fire hose NFPA 1001, Standard for Fire Fighter Professional Qualifications, *, 5.5.2, 2013 Edition. Skill Sheet-FFI The candidate, given three (3) 50 sections of 1 ½ or larger hose, shall demonstrate the procedures for loading and advancing a horseshoe hose load. The student shall load all three (3) sections of 1 ½ or larger hose. The student may use an assistant to load the hose; however, the student must instruct the assistant as if he/she had no prior hose loading knowledge. Expected time to complete skill(s) is 10 minutes Criteria: Test Retest LOADING A HORSESHOE LOAD 1. Lays first length against partition on edge with coupling at back of bed (the female may be attached to pumper outlet for a pre-connect) 2. Lays hose around perimeter of bed, so that it comes back to rear of hose bed, on opposite side of first bend 3. Makes bend in hose and lays hose around perimeter, inside first length of hose 4. Lays succeeding lengths progressively inward toward the center, until hose bed is fill d 5. Uses a Dutchman where appropriate 6. Hose is loaded neatly and evenly 7. Secures end of hose (for pre-connect, nozzle may be attached) Candidate must successfully perform 5/7 steps Score: /7 Score: /7 ADVANCING A HORSESHOE LOAD 1. Proper appliance or nozzle is attached at end of hose 2. Selects the proper amount of hose to be deployed and pulls hose halfway out of bed and places on shoulder with nozzle or appliance at bottom CRITICAL POINT 3. Steps away from bed pulling additional folds and dropping them to ground (another fire fighter can be used at this point to shoulder load instead of dropping to ground) 4. Hose is flaked off shoulder one fold at a time while moving forward Candidate must successfully perform 3/4 steps including CRITICAL POINTS Score: /4 Score: /4 Alabama Fire College Page 1 of 2 Revised- 8/13/13

53 Loading/Advancing a Horseshoe Load The ability to load and advance fire hose 2013 Edition, NFPA 1001, Standard for Fire Fighter Professional Qualifications, *, Skill Sheet-FFI The candidate, given three (3) 50 sections of 1 ½ or larger hose, shall demonstrate the procedures for loading and advancing a horseshoe hose load. The student shall load all three (3) sections of 1 ½ or larger hose. The student may use an assistant to load the hose; however, the student must instruct the assistant as if he/she had no prior hose loading knowledge. Expected time to complete skill(s) is 10 minutes Alabama Fire College Page 2 of 2 Revised- 8/13/13

54 Advancing Fire Hose The ability to advance fire hose NFPA 1001, Standard for Fire Fighter Professional Qualifications, , 5.5.2, 2013 Edition. Skill Sheet-FFI The candidate, wearing a complete set of PPE and SCBA, given the necessary equipment and assistance, shall advance a 1 ½ or 1 ¾ or larger hoseline using ONE of the situations listed. Expected time to complete each skill(s) is 10 minutes ADVANCING A CHARGED LINE INTO STRUCTURE 1. Advances hose line to door with partner and both firefighters are on the same side of hose 2. Evaluates fire and building conditions before entry 3. Checks door for heat and sets nozzle pattern 4. Bleeds air out of hoseline before entering doorway CRITICAL POINT 5. Opens door, looks up to ceiling and stays low when entering doorway 6. Operates, then closes nozzle slowly to prevent water hammer Candidate must successfully perform 5/6 steps including CRITICAL POINTS Score: /6 Score: /6 ADVANCING AND UNCHARGED LINE UP A STAIRWELL 1. Correct length and size of hose is chosen 2. Advances hose up stairs and places on outside of wall 3. Advances extra hose to next floor above fire and returns to fire floor with nozzle 4. Operates, then closes nozzle slowly to prevent water hammer Candidate must successfully perform 3/4 steps including CRITICAL POINTS Score: /4 Score: /4 ADVANCING HOSE FROM A STANDPIPE 1. Obtains high rise or standpipe pack and ensures all equipment necessary is ready to advance (gated wye, attack lines, nozzle, wrenches and adapters) 2. Proceeds to floor below fire floor and attaches necessary equipment to standpipe for advancement 3. Advances extra hose to next floor above fire and returns to fire floor with nozzle 4. Operates, then closes nozzle slowly to prevent water hammer Candidate must successfully perform 3/4 steps including CRITICAL POINTS Score: /4 Score: /4 Criteria/Performance Steps Continued on Page 2: Alabama Fire College Pg 1 of 2 Revised- 8/13/13

55 Advancing Fire Hose The ability to advance fire hose 2013 Edition, NFPA 1001, Standard for Fire Fighter Professional Qualifications, *, Skill Sheet-FFI The candidate, wearing a complete set of PPE and SCBA, given the necessary equipment, and assistance, shall advance a 1 ½ or 1 ¾ or larger hoseline using ONE of the situations listed. Expected time to complete each skill(s) is 10 minutes Criteria/Performance Steps Continued: Test Retest Safely performs the following steps: ADVANCING AN UNCHARGED LINE FROM LADDER P F P F 1. Hose load is off to the side of the ladder and firefighter takes nozzle and pulls it under the armpit, across the chest and over the opposite shoulder 2. Nozzle resting in small of back, climbs the ladder with both hands 3. Firefighter climbs approximately 20 and stops to allow next assisting firefighter to keep advancing hose 4. Waits for assisting firefighter to place hose over shoulder on the same side at the coupling and then climbs the ladder (maintaining their appropriate distance) 5. At the point of entry, places nozzle over tip of ladder into building and before climbing in, sounds the floor with tool to ensure floor integrity CRITICAL POINT 6. Pulls remainder of hose into building and calls for line to be charged and advances to fire with charged line 7. Operates, then closes nozzle slowly to prevent water hammer Candidate must successfully perform 6/7 steps including CRITICAL POINTS Score: /7 Score: /7 Alabama Fire College Pg 2 of 2 Revised- 8/13/13

56 Hydrant-Supply Lay Connections The ability to make hydrant to pumper hose connections for forward and reverse lays NFPA 1001, Standard for Fire Fighter Professional Qualifications, *, 2013 Edition. Skill Sheet-FFI The candidate, wearing personal protective equipment and given supply or intake hose, hose tools, and a fire hydrant or static water source shall connect a fire department pumper to a water supply with a forward OR reverse lay and ensure connections are tight and water flow is not obstructed. Expected time to complete skill(s) is 5 minutes Criteria: Test Retest HYDRANT (FORWARD LAY CONNECTION) 1. Grasps needed equipment & sufficient hose (spanner & hydrant wrench, necessary appliance & adapter) 2. Wraps hydrant, steps on hose ensuring they are not between hose and hydrant and signals pump operator to start lay CRITICAL POINT 3. Removes cap from appropriate outlet(s) and ensures other outlet caps are tightened (uses appropriate outlet nearest fire) 4. Places hydrant wrench on the valve stem operating nut and removes hose loop from hydrant and connects hose to hydrant outlet 5. Installs hydrant gate(s) on extra outlet(s) as required by department guidelines 6. Flushes hydrant 7. Hose clamp is used and placed properly 8. Opens hydrant slowly and fully and ensures water flow is not restricted 9. Uncouples hose from bed (if hose clamp was used) and connects to pumper intake and releases hose clamp safely Candidate must successfully perform 7/9 steps including CRITICAL POINTS Score: /9 Score: /9 Evaluator Comments Alabama Fire College Pg 1 of 2 Revised- 8/13/13

57 Hydrant-Supply Lay Connections The ability to make hydrant to pumper hose connections for forward and reverse lays 2013 Edition, NFPA 1001, Standard for Fire Fighter Professional Qualifications, * Skill Sheet-FFI The candidate, wearing personal protective equipment and given supply or intake hose, hose tools, and a fire hydrant or static water source shall connect a fire department pumper to a water supply with a forward OR reverse lay and ensure connections are tight and water flow is not obstructed. Expected time to complete skill(s) is 5 minutes REVERSE LAY CONNECTION P F P F 1. Grasps needed equipment & sufficient hose (spanner & hydrant wrench, necessary appliance & adapter) to reach attack pumper intake 2. Anchors hose to stationary object and signals driver to start reverse lay 3. Supply line is attached to attack pumper OR hose clamp is used and placed properly 4. Intake hose is connected from supply pumper to hydrant and opens hydrant properly and ensures water flow is not restricted 5. Prepares supply hose for connection and connects to discharge outlet of supply pumper and charges line once attack pumper is ready (releases hose clamp if used) 6. Ensures all connections are tight Candidate must successfully perform 5/6 steps including CRITICAL CRITERIA Score: /6 Score: /6 Alabama Fire College Pg 2 of 2 Revised- 8/13/13

58 Water Supply - Drafting The ability to connect and place hard suction hose for drafting operations NFPA 1001, Standard for Fire Fighter Professional Qualifications, , 2013 Edition. Skill Sheet-FFI The candidate, wearing personal protective equipment and given the assistance of another fire fighter, required equipment (barrel type hose strainer, 10 ft sections of hard suction hose, rubber mallet, utility rope) shall assemble and connect the equipment necessary for drafting from a static water source. Expected time to complete skill(s) is 5 minutes 1. Checks hard-suction couplings (removes debris; replacing gaskets if necessary) 2. Connects the sections of hard-suction hose (uses mallet if necessary to tighten for an airtight connection) 3. Connects strainer to one end of the hard-suction hose (uses mallet if necessary to tighten for an airtight connection; fastens rope to strainer) 4. Connects the hard-suction hose to the pump intake (uses mallet if necessary to tighten for an airtight connection) At this point the evaluator should have a driver/operator pull the pumper into draft position. 5. Puts strainer into the water (uses rope to move hose & keep strainer off bottom) 6. Ties up strainer rope (ties to stationary object or pumper) Candidate must successfully perform 5/6 steps including CRITICAL POINTS Score: /6 Score: /6 Alabama Fire College Revised- 8/13/13

59 Extending or Replacing Hose Sections The ability to extend or replace sections of fire hose NFPA 1001, Standard for Fire Fighter Professional Qualifications, *, 2013 Edition. Skill Sheet-FFI The candidate, wearing protective clothing and given a charged 1 ½, 1 ¾, or 2 ½ hose line with nozzle and the necessary equipment shall demonstrate extending OR replacing a sections or sections of fire hose. Expected time to complete skill(s) is 7 minutes EXTENDING SECTIONS OF HOSE 1. Additional hose length and hose clamp are brought to nozzle end of hose 2. Hose clamp is placed 5 behind the coupling with minimum distance of 20 from i 3. Firefighter is positioned to side of hose clamp where it is safely operated and is fully locked CRITICAL POINT 4. Nozzle is removed and additional length of hose is attached with nozzle 5. When ready for water, clamp is safely removed Candidate must successfully perform 4/5 steps including CRITICAL POINTS Score: /5 Score: /5 REPLACING SECTIONS OF HOSE 1. Additional hose lengths (two hose lengths should be brought) and hose clamp are brought to coupling of damaged hose 2. Hose clamp is placed 5 behind the coupling with minimum distance of 20 from 3. Firefighter is positioned to side of hose clamp where it is safely operated and is fully locked CRITICAL POINT 4. Damaged hose is removed and the two lengths are added to this section 5. When ready for water, clamp is safely removed Candidate must successfully perform 4/5 steps including CRITICAL POINTS Score: /5 Score: /5 Alabama Fire College Page 1 of 2 Revised- 8/13/13

60 Extending or Replacing Hose Sections The ability to extend or replace sections of fire hose 2013 Edition, NFPA 1001, Standard for Fire Fighter Professional Qualifications, * Skill Sheet-FFI The candidate, wearing protective clothing and given a charged 1 ½, 1 ¾, or 2 ½ hose line with nozzle and the necessary equipment shall demonstrate extending OR replacing a sections or sections of fire hose. Expected time to complete skill(s) is 7 minutes Alabama Fire College Page 2 of 2 Revised- 8/13/13

61 Interior Structure Fire Attack an interior structure fire operating as a team member NFPA 1001, Standard for Fire Fighter Professional Qualifications, , 2013 Edition. Skill Sheet-FFI-17-1 The candidate wearing full protective clothing including SCBA and given an attack line, necessary tools and equipment and operating as a member of a team, shall correctly and safely extinguish an interior structure fire, at ONE of the following: grade level, above grade level or below grade level including overhaul. The attack line shall be 1 ½ or larger. Expected time to complete skill(s) is 7 minutes Criteria: Test Retest 1. Deploys appropriate attack line, charges line, sets nozzle pattern, and bleeds air from hose line before entry 2. Collects all tools and equipment necessary prior to entry 3. Ensures team accountability and hazards have been identified and controlled 4. Advances hose into structure properly and in a safe manner 5. Identifies, controls and avoids hazards as conditions change (flashover, back draft, structural integrity 6. Uses appropriate method of attack and fire stream for fire conditions encountered (direct, indirect, combination) and extinguishes fire CRITICAL POINT 7. Locates and suppresses any interior wall or subfloor fires 8. Overhauls fire with concern for evidence preservation and structural integrity Candidate must successfully perform 6/8 steps including CRITICAL POINTS Score: /8 Score: /8 Evaluator Comments Alabama Fire College Revised- 8/13/13

62 Securing Building Utilities Safely turn off building utilities NFPA 1001, Standard for Fire Fighter Professional Qualifications, , 2013 Edition. Skill Sheet-FFI-17-2 The candidate wearing full protective clothing, employing all safety precautions, and given tools, shall demonstrate the ability to secure ONE of the following: Gas, Electrical, Water. Expected time to complete skill(s) is 3 minutes 1. Identifies utility control device and selects proper tool to shut off supply 2. Identifies hazards present and controls/avoids 3. Uses proper methods to safely disconnect utility 4. Ensures utility company has been called Candidate must successfully perform 3/4 steps including CRITICAL POINTS Score: /4 Score: /4 Evaluator Print Name & Signature: Date Overall Skill Sheet Score Alabama Fire College Revised- 08/12/13

63 Emergency Scene Illumination The ability to operate power supply and lighting equipment NFPA 1001, Standard for Fire Fighter Professional Qualifications, , 2013 Edition. Skill Sheet-FFI-17-3 The candidate, employing all safety precautions, and given fire service electrical generators and portable lighting shall set up and operate the equipment so designated areas are illuminated. All equipment must be operated safely. Expected time to complete skill(s) is 3 minutes 1. Lifts and operates equipment safely CRITICAL POINT 2. Locates power plant in a remote & well-ventilated area 3. All power cords connected to a ground-fault interrupter device which will be tested and reset 4. Arranges power cords neatly to minimize accidental tripping 5. Organizes lights in a useful position & illuminates area sufficiently 6. Starts power plant without difficulty 7. Shuts equipment off properly 8. Resets ground fault interrupter device 9. Allows equipment to cool before returning to service OR verbally explains need to do so 10. Cleans & refuels equipment as necessary Candidate must successfully perform 7/10 steps including CRITICAL POINTS Score: /10 Score: /10 Alabama Fire College Revised- 8/13/13

64 Ground Cover Fire Establish safe work areas and combat a ground cover fire operating as a member of a team NFPA 1001, Standard for Fire Fighter Professional Qualifications, 5.3.3*, *, 2013 Edition. Skill Sheet-FFI-17-4 The candidate, working as a member of a team, given personal protective equipment, fire fighting equipment, an assignment, and traffic control devices shall establish safe work areas and combat a ground cover fire. The team will protect exposures and extinguish the fire safely using hoselines, extinguishers or hand tools. Expected time to complete skill(s) is 5 minutes Criteria: Test Retest 1. Wears complete personal protective clothing (SCBA if needed) CRITICAL POINT 2. Identifies fire direction, exposures and hazards 3. Deploys hand tools, hoselines and extinguishers as required for either a direct or indirect attack 4. Protects exposures, constructing a fire line 5. Extinguishes fire using water or hand tools 6. Safety threats to the team recognized and retreat/redeployment occurs if warranted 7. Maintains team accountability CRITICAL POINT Candidate must successfully perform 5/7 steps including CRITICAL POINTS Score: /7 Score: /7 Evaluator Print Name & Signature: Date Overall Skill Sheet Score Alabama Fire College Revised- 8/13/13

65 Passenger Vehicle Fire Attack a passenger vehicle fire operating as a member of a team and establish safe work areas on scene NFPA 1001, Standard for Fire Fighter Professional Qualifications, 5.3.3, 5.3.7, 2013 Edition. Skill Sheet-FFI-17-5 The candidate, working as a member of a team, given personal protective equipment including SCBA, firefighting tools and equipment, and traffic control devices, shall establish safe work areas and safely extinguish a passenger vehicle fire. The attack line should be 1 ½ or larger. Expected time to complete skill(s) is 5 minutes 1. Wears complete personal protective clothing including SCBA CRITICAL POINT 2. Deploys traffic and scene control devices and establishes safe work areas 3. Selects proper hoseline, expels air and tests nozzle pattern 4. Identifies automobile fuel type 5. Assesses and controls leaks 6. Approaches fire safely/properly (uphill, upwind, and from safe distance) starting with a direct attack and widening stream pattern while advancing to vehicle CRITICAL POINT 7. Extinguishes any fire under vehicle while advancing 8. Extinguishes fire properly and completes overhaul ensuring all compartments have been checked (under hood, trunk, and passenger compartment) 9. Identifies automobile fuel type (Hybrid, CNG, LP, etc.) 10. Assess for and controls any leaks. Candidate must successfully perform 7/10 steps including CRITICAL POINTS Score: /10 Score: /10 Candidate Print Name & Signature: Candidate: Print Name or Candidate # Alabama Fire College Revised- 8/13/13

66 Passenger Vehicle Fire Attack a passenger vehicle fire operating as a member of a team and establish safe work areas on scene NFPA 1001, Standard for Fire Fighter Professional Qualifications, 5.3.3, 5.3.7, 2013 Edition. Skill Sheet-FFI-17-5 The candidate, working as a member of a team, given personal protective equipment including SCBA, firefighting tools and equipment, and traffic control devices, shall establish safe work areas and safely extinguish a passenger vehicle fire. The attack line should be 1 ½ or larger. Expected time to complete skill(s) is 5 minutes 1. Wears complete personal protective clothing including SCBA CRITICAL POINT 2. Deploys traffic and scene control devices and establishes safe work areas 3. Selects proper hoseline, expels air and tests nozzle pattern 4. Identifies automobile fuel type (Hybrid, CNG, LP, etc.) 5. Assesses and controls leaks 6. Approaches fire safely/properly (uphill, upwind, and from safe distance) starting with a direct attack and widening stream pattern while advancing to vehicle CRITICAL POINT 7. Extinguishes any fire under vehicle while advancing 8. Extinguishes fire properly and completes overhaul ensuring all compartments have been checked (under hood, trunk, and passenger compartment) Candidate must successfully perform 6/8 steps including CRITICAL POINTS Score: /8 Score: /8 Candidate Print Name & Signature: Candidate: Print Name or Candidate # Alabama Fire College Revised -10/22/14

67 Exterior Class A Fire Extinguish exterior class A fires while operating as a member of a team and establish safe work areas on scene NFPA 1001, Standard for Fire Fighter Professional Qualifications, 5.3.3, , 2013 Edition. Skill Sheet-FFI-17-6 The candidate, working as a member of a team, given personal protective equipment including SCBA, firefighting tools and equipment, handlines or master streams, and traffic control devices, shall establish safe work areas and safely extinguish an exterior Class A fire. The attack line should be 1 ½ or larger. Expected time to complete skill(s) is 5 minutes 1. Wears complete personal protective clothing including SCBA CRITICAL POINT 2. Deploys traffic and/or scene control devices and establishes safe work areas 3. Recognizes any collapse hazards related to the material s configuration 4. Deploys handlines or master stream devices with adequate water supply lines 5. Positions fire streams to protect exposures and control fire 6. Uses necessary tools and penetrating streams to completely extinguish fire and completes overhaul 7. Overhauls fire with concern for evidence preservation Candidate must successfully perform 6/7 steps including CRITICAL POINTS Score: /7 Score: /7 Evaluator Print Name & Signature: Date Overall Skill Sheet Score Alabama Fire College Revised- 08/12/13

68 Salvage Rolls and Folds The ability to cluster furniture and roll and fold salvage covers for reuse NFPA 1001, Standard for Fire Fighter Professional Qualifications, , 2013 Edition. Skill Sheet-FFI-18-1 The candidate, given a salvage cover and an assistant shall demonstrate ONE of the following rolls or folds. The candidate shall also demonstrate deploying the rolled or folded salvage cover by one of the following: Balloon toss, shoulder toss. Expected time to complete skill(s) is 10 minutes SALVAGE COVER ROLL 1. Creates necessary folds with an assistant 2. Folds one end about 1 and starts rolling from other end to complete roll Candidate must successfully perform ALL steps Score: /2 Score: /2 SALVAGE COVER FOLD 1. Creates necessary folds with an assistant 2. Folds one end just short of center and repeats for other side and completes folds Candidate must successfully perform ALL steps Score: /2 Score: /2 SHOULDER TOSS P F P F 1. Arranges furnishings in orderly fashion 2. Places folded salvage cover over arm 3. Uses straight arm movement and tosses cover over furniture 4. Cover is deployed correctly with edges tucked under furniture Candidate must successfully perform 3/4 steps Score: /4 Score: /4 BALLOON TOSS 1. Arranges furnishings in orderly fashion 2. Unfolds cover next to furniture with assistant 3. Deploys salvage cover over furniture using ballooning method correctly 4. Edges of cover are tucked under furniture Candidate must successfully perform 3/4 steps Score: /4 Score: /4 Alabama Fire College Page 1 of 2 Revised- 8/13/13

69 Salvage Rolls and Folds The ability to cluster furniture and roll and fold salvage covers for reuse 2008 Edition, NFPA 1001, Standard for Fire Fighter Professional Qualifications, Chapter Skill Sheet-FFI-18-1 The candidate, given a salvage cover and an assistant shall demonstrate ONE of the following rolls or folds. The candidate shall also demonstrate deploying the rolled or folded salvage cover by one of the following: Balloon toss, shoulder toss. Evaluator Print Name & Signature: Date Overall Skill Sheet Score Alabama Fire College Page 2 of 2 Revised- 8/13/13

70 Two Firefighter Salvage Roll Deployment The ability to cluster furniture and roll and fold salvage covers for reuse NFPA 1001, Standard for Fire Fighter Professional Qualifications, , 2013 Edition. Skill Sheet-FFI-18-2 The candidate, wearing protective equipment, given a salvage cover and an assistant, shall demonstrate ONE of the following rolls or folds. The candidate shall also demonstrate deploying the rolled or folded salvage cover by arranging furnishings. Expected time to complete skill(s) is 15 minutes SHOULDER TOSS 1. Arranges furnishings in orderly fashion 2. Places folded salvage cover over arm 3. Uses straight arm movement and tosses cover over furniture 4. Cover is deployed correctly with edges tucked under furniture Candidate must successfully perform 3/4 steps Score: /4 Score: /4 BALLOON TOSS 1. Unfolds cover next to furniture with assistant 2. Deploys salvage cover over furniture using ballooning method correctly 3. Edges of cover are tucked under furniture Candidate must successfully perform 3/3 steps Score: /3 Score: /3 Evaluator Print Name & Signature: Date Overall Skill Sheet Score Alabama Fire College Revised-08/13/13

71 Constructing Water Chutes and Catchalls The ability to construct water chutes and catchalls NFPA 1001, Standard for Fire Fighter Professional Qualifications, , 2013 Edition. Skill Sheet-FFI-18-3 The candidate, given the necessary equipment and an assistant, shall demonstrate the construction of a water chute and a catchall to control water. Expected time to complete skill(s) is 10 minutes WATER CHUTES 1. Positions salvage cover flat and open with finished side down 2. Rolls edges equally from both sides until the width needed is determined (if pike poles are being used, the pike/hook ends are on same end of the cover) 3. Flips cover over keeping folds in place, ensuring rolls do not come apart 4. Places chute in area where needed to direct water effectively Candidate must successfully perform 3/4 steps CATCHALLS 1. Positions salvage cover flat and open with finished side up at location needed 2. Rolls the sides of cover to the desired size of catchall (at least 3 ) 3. Lays the ends of the side rolls over at a 90 degree angle to form the corners of the basin 4. Rolls each end inward and tucks them in tightly so they do not unroll 5. Flips catchall over to prevent corners from unrolling Candidate must successfully perform 4/5 steps Score: /4 Score: /4 Score: /5 Score: /5 Alabama Fire College Revised- 08/12/13

72 Overhaul Operations The ability to separate, remove, and relocate charred material NFPA 1001, Standard for Fire Fighter Professional Qualifications, , 2013 Edition. Skill Sheet-FFI-18-4 The candidate, wearing PPE and SCBA, and given the necessary tools and equipment shall overhaul a fire scene ensuring fire cause evidence is preserved and the fire is extinguished. Expected time to complete skill(s) is 10 minutes 1. Wears complete personal protective clothing including SCBA CRITICAL POINT 2. Ensures charged hoseline is readily available 3. Evaluates if structural integrity is safe for overhaul operations 4. Detects hidden fires using; sight, touch, sound, sensors, thermal imagers 5. Protects the area of origin for cause determination 6. Systematically overhauls fire scene by opening walls, floors, ceilings, and removing insulation, window and door casings as required 7.Completely extinguishes fire Candidate must successfully perform 6/7 steps including CRITICAL POINTS Score: /7 Score: /7 Alabama Fire College Revised- 08/12/13

73 Covering Openings The ability to cover building openings NFPA 1001, Standard for Fire Fighter Professional Qualifications, , 2013 Edition. Skill Sheet-FFI-18-5 The candidate, given the necessary tools and equipment, shall use appropriate materials to cover openings to secure the structure. Expected time to complete skill(s) is 5 minutes 1. Selects plywood, heavy plastic, or similar material 2. Uses sufficient amount of material to cover the opening 3. Tacks the edges down to close the opening completely Candidate must successfully perform ALL steps including CRITICAL CRITERIA Score: /3 Score: /3 Alabama Fire College Revised- 08/12/13

74 Manually Stopping the Flow of Water From Sprinkler Stop the flow of water from a sprinkler with sprinkler wedges or stoppers NFPA 1001, Standard for Fire Fighter Professional Qualifications, , 2013 Edition. Skill Sheet-FFI-20-1 The candidate, given a complete set of PPE, wedges or commercial sprinkler stops and a sprinkler system simulator, shall demonstrate the correct procedure for stemming the flow of an activated sprinkler head. Expected time to complete skill(s) is 5 minutes 1. Uses ladder or other stable platform to reach sprinkler head 2. Inserts the wedge or tongs into the sprinkler head 3. Drives the wedge into the sprinkler or locks the tongs so that water flow is adequately stemmed Candidate must successfully perform ALL steps including CRITICAL POINTS Score: /3 Score: /3 Alabama Fire College Revised- 8/13/13

75 Using a Main Control Valve to Stop the Flow of Water From Sprinkler Stop the flow of water by operating a main control valve on an automatic sprinkler system NFPA 1001, Standard for Fire Fighter Professional Qualifications, , 2013 Edition. Skill Sheet-FFI-20-2 The candidate will operate a main control valve on an automatic sprinkler system simulator to stop the flow of water from the system. Expected time to complete skill(s) is 5 minutes 1. Identifies type of valve (OS&Y, Post Indicating, Butterfly) and indicates open or closed 2. Removes any locking devices and fully closes valve Candidate must successfully perform ALL steps Score: /2 Score: /2 Alabama Fire College Revised- 8/13/13

76 Assuming Command The ability to determine the need for command and be able to organize and coordinate an incident until command is transferred - NFPA 1001, Standard For Fire Fighter Professional Qualifications, 6.1.2, 2013 Edition. I Skill Sheet- FFII The candidate, given a scenario and communication equipment, shall demonstrate assuming command of the scene. Expected time to complete skill(s) is 3 minutes 1. Evaluates the need to assume command 2. Gathers all necessary information and performs a situational status report 3. Announces that they are assuming command to all members on scene Candidate must successfully perform ALL steps including CRITICAL POINTS Score: /3 Score: /3 Evaluator Print Name & Signature: Date Overall Skill Sheet Score Alabama Fire College Revised- 8/13/13

77 Transferring Command I The ability to determine the need for command and be able to organize and coordinate an incident until command is transferred NFPA 1001, Standard For Fire Fighter Professional Qualifications 6.1.2, 2013 Edition. Skill Sheet - FFII-1-2 The candidate, given a scenario and communication equipment, shall demonstrate transfer of command. Expected time to complete skill(s) is 1 minute 1. Evaluates the need for the transfer of command 2. All necessary information is relayed from outgoing officer to incoming commander (situational status report) (face to face exchange of information) 3. Acknowledges status report and announces transfer of command to all members on scene via radio Candidate must successfully perform ALL steps including CRITICAL POINTS Score: /3 Score: /3 Alabama Fire College Revised- 8/13/13

78 Fire Ground Communications The ability to operate fire department communications equipment NFPA 1001, Standard For Fire Fighter Professional Qualifications, 6.2.2, 2013 Edition. I Skill Sheet FFII -3-3 The candidate, given a scenario and communication equipment, shall communicate the need for team assistance so that the supervisor (evaluator) is consistently informed of the teams needs. Expected time to complete skill(s) is 1 minute 1. Ensures radio is working and is used correctly CRITICAL POINT 2. Waits for open channel prior to transmitting and begins with call sign being called 3. Transmits necessary information (team needs, changing conditions) clearly, concisely, and with no codes 4. Acknowledges incoming messages by briefly repeating message back to sender 5. Uses radio phonetics correctly Candidate must successfully perform 4/5 steps including all CRITICAL POINTS Score: /5 Score: /5 Evaluator Print Name & Signature: Date Overall Skill Sheet Score Alabama Fire College Revised- 8/13/13

79 Incident Report The ability to complete a basic incident report NFPA 1001, Standard For Fire Fighter Professional Qualifications, 6.2.1, 2013 Edition. I Skill Sheet FFII -3-4 The candidate, given a scenario and incident report forms and using operating guidelines, shall complete a basic incident report so all pertinent information is recorded, the information is accurate, and the form is complete. Expected time to complete skill(s) is 5 minutes 1. Completes a basic incident report 2. Enters all information in correct locations 3. Writes or types legibly and grammatically correct. 4. Uses codes correctly 5. Ensures report comments are factual and written objectively Candidate must successfully perform 4/5 steps including CRITICAL POINTS Score: /5 Score: /5 Alabama Fire College Revised- 8/13/13

80 Vehicle Extrication The ability to operate necessary extrication tools, use cribbing and shoring materials to safely extricate victim from motor vehicle NFPA 1001, Standard For Fire Fighter Professional Qualifications, 6.4.1, 2013 Edition. I Skill Sheet FFII The candidate, wearing PPE, given a rescue scenario and working as part of a team shall demonstrate correct procedures for victim removal from a motor vehicle without causing additional injuries to victim and hazards are managed. Expected time to complete skill(s) is 10 minutes 1. Wears appropriate personal protective equipment CRITICAL POINT 2. Conducts scene size up and determines hazards 3. Establishes safe work areas by deploying traffic control devices and hand line 4. Performs vehicle stabilization correctly and maintains stabilization throughout 5. Gains patient access properly and stabilizes victim 6. Protects patient and removes glass as necessary 7. Demonstrates acceptable techniques of disentanglement 8. Extricates victim without causing additional injuries CRITICAL POINT 9. Restores all equipment to a ready state Candidate must successfully perform 7/9 steps including CRITICAL POINTS Score: /9 Score: /9 Evaluator Print Name & Signature: Date Overall Skill Sheet Score Alabama Fire College Revised- 8/13/13

81 Assisting Rescue Team The ability to assist rescue operation teams as part of a team NFPA 1001, Standard For Fire Fighter Professional Qualifications, 6.4.2, 2013 Edition. I Skill Sheet FFII The candidate shall assist a rescue operation team by following proper procedures, selecting appropriate hand and power tools, and demonstrating the correct operation of the tools and the proper steps for the care and maintenance of these tools. Expected time to complete skill(s) is 10 minutes 1. Wears appropriate personal protective equipment CRITICAL POINT 2. Chooses the correct tool for the rescue situation 3. Performs assigned team duties as per operating guidelines 4. Works as a member of the team 5. Ensures that all nonessential people are out of the work area by establishing barriers 6. Identifies and retrieves all rescue tools 7. Returns tools to a ready state Candidate must successfully perform 5/7 steps including CRITICAL POINTS Score: /7 Score: /7 Evaluator Print Name & Signature: Date Overall Skill Sheet Score Alabama Fire College Revised- 8/13/13

82 Power Tool Maintenance The ability to operate power plants, power tools, and lighting equipment and use manufacturers guidelines for maintaining NFPA 1001, Standard For Fire Fighter Professional Qualifications, 6.5.4, 2013 Edition. I Skill Sheet FFII The candidate given a power tool shall demonstrate the correct care, servicing and maintenance of the equipment. Expected time to complete skill(s) is 7 minutes 1. Checks all fluid levels in tool 2. Inspects all electrical equipment for damage or worn components 3. Operates all equipment according to manufacturer s guidelines ensuring all equipment is working properly 4. Cleans equipment after use and refuels if necessary 5. Identifies procedures for reporting defective equipment Candidate must successfully perform 4/5 steps including CRITICAL POINTS Score: /5 Score: /5 Evaluator Print Name & Signature: Date Overall Skill Sheet Score. Alabama Fire College Revised- 8/13/13

83 Ignitable Liquid Fire The ability to assemble foam stream components and safely extinguish an ignitable liquid fire NFPA 1001, Standard For Fire Fighter Professional Qualifications, 6.3.1, 2013 Edition, I Skill Sheet FFII The candidate, wearing PPE and SCBA, given foam and equipment and an assignment shall extinguish an ignitable liquid fire operating as a member of a team. The team will properly proportion, apply and maintain a foam stream and blanket to safely control the hazard. Expected time to complete skill(s) is 10 minutes 1. Dons full personal protective equipment including SCBA and maintains team accountability CRITICAL POINT 2. Identifies and provides means of retreat and safe haven 3. Selects appropriate foam for the application 4. Correctly sets up equipment 5. Proportions foam in correct ratio 6. Handles hose line correctly advancing hose line as a team 7. Uses appropriate application techniques for foam/fuel type 8. Extinguishes fire safely and efficiently CRITICAL POINT 9. Retreats as a team never turning away from the hazard Candidate must successfully perform 7/9 steps including CRITICAL POINTS Score: /9 Score: /9 Evaluator Print Name & Signature: Date Overall Skill Sheet Score Alabama Fire College Revised- 8/13/13

84 Service Testing Fire Hose The ability to operate hose testing equipment and record results NFPA 1001, Standard For Fire Fighter Professional Qualifications, 6.5.5, 2013 Edition. I Skill Sheet FFII The candidate, wearing personal protective clothing, given a pump, a marking device, pressure gauges, a timer, record sheets, and related equipment, shall perform a service test on fire hose so that procedures are followed, the condition of the hose is evaluated, any damaged hose is removed from service and the results are recorded. Expected time to complete skill(s) is 15 minutes 1. Evaluates condition of hose before testing including coupling gaskets 2. Wears personal protective equipment CRITICAL POINT 3. Marks all couplings prior to testing 4. Performs testing properly and according to manufacturer s guidelines CRITICAL POINT 5. Marks defective hoses and records results Candidate must successfully perform 4/5 steps including CRITICAL POINTS Score: /5 Score: /5 Evaluator Print Name & Signature: Date Overall Skill Sheet Score Alabama Fire College Revised- 8/13/13

85 Coordinated Fire Attack Coordinate an interior attack and crew integrity is established NFPA 1001, Standard For Fire Fighter Professional Qualifications, 6.3.2, 2013 Edition. I Skill Sheet FFII The candidate, wearing full personal protective equipment including SCBA, given an interior attack line team and an assignment shall coordinate attacking an interior structure fire so that hazards are managed and the fire is brought under control. The attack line shall be 1 ½ or larger. Expected time to complete skill(s) is 20 minutes 1. Selects proper hose and collects all tools necessary for entry 2. Ensures team accountability and hazards have been identified and controlled 3. Bases method of attack on known or suspected fire location 4. Monitors and communicates changing conditions 5. Identifies, communicates, and coordinates the need for search, rescue, ventilation 6. Accounts for all personnel and equipment at end of assignment CRITICAL POINT Candidate must successfully perform 5/6 steps including CRITICAL POINTS Score: /6 Score: /6 Evaluator Print Name & Signature: Date Overall Skill Sheet Score Alabama Fire College Revised- 8/13/13

86 Flammable Gas Fire Control a flammable gas cylinder fire operating as a member of a team NFPA 1001, Standard For Fire Fighter Professional Qualifications, 6.3.3, 2013 Edition. I Skill Sheet FFII The candidate, wearing personal protective equipment including SCBA, given a fire apparatus, and working as part of a team shall successfully control and extinguish a flammable gas fire. Expected time to complete skill(s) is 7 minutes Criteria: Test Retest 1. Wears personal protective equipment including SCBA CRITICAL POINT 2. Identifies hazards then controls or avoids them (vapor density of product, ignition sources, approaches from the side of any tank involved) 3. Selects and advances fire hose correctly using a minimum of two 1 ½ hose lines capable of a fog stream 4. Safe havens and accountability in place before advancing CRITICAL POINT 5. Uses streams effectively to protect and cool where necessary (fog for protection, straight stream for cooling) 6. Shuts off fuel supply and retreats never turning away from fire Candidate must successfully perform 5/6 steps including CRITICAL POINTS Score: /6 Score: /6 Evaluator Print Name & Signature: Date Overall Skill Sheet Score Alabama Fire College Revised- 8/13/13

87 Protecting Evidence Protecting evidence of fire cause and origin NFPA 1001, Standard For Fire Fighter Professional Qualifications, 6.3.4*, 2013 Edition. I Skill Sheet-FFII-19-1 The candidate, wearing personal protective equipment and given a scenario, shall identify evidence and take appropriate measures to note and protect it from further disturbance until fire investigators can arrive on the scene. Expected time to complete skill(s) is 5 minutes Criteria: Test Retest PROTECTING EVIDENCE P F P F 1. Secures the scene and identifies area of origin 2. Preserves evidence properly and avoids handling unless necessary to extinguish the fire or prevent destruction of the evidence 3. Notifies fire investigator 4. Records information about evidence in regards to location and appearance Candidate must successfully perform 3/4 steps Score: /4 Score: /4 Evaluator Print Name & Signature: Date Overall Skill Sheet Score Alabama Fire College Revised- 8/13/13

88 Pre-Incident Survey Preparing a pre-incident survey NFPA 1001, Standard For Fire Fighter Professional Qualifications, 6.5.3, 2013 Edition. I Skill Sheet FFII The candidate, given access to a building and given the necessary supplies such as note paper, pencils, rulers, and graph paper, shall prepare a pre-incident survey. Expected time to complete skill(s) is 20 minutes 1. Records all ownership data that is pertinent to building 2. Notes all utilities, hydrants, fire detection and suppression systems 3. Notes any hazards that are present (hazardous materials, obstructions to property, obstructions for egress for occupants) 4. Completes accurate sketch of building using common symbols and indicating all necessary information 5. Informs building occupant/owner of findings 6. Completes all related departmental forms Candidate must successfully perform 5/6 steps including CRITICAL POINTS Score: /6 Score: /6 Evaluator Print Name & Signature: Date Overall Skill Sheet Score Alabama Fire College Revised- 8/13/13

89 Home Fire Safety Survey Perform a fire safety survey in a private dwelling NFPA 1001, Standard For Fire Fighter Professional Qualifications, 6.5.1, 2013 Edition. I Skill Sheet FFII The candidate, given an inspection scenario and appropriate forms, shall perform a fire safety survey of a private dwelling so that fire and life safety hazards are identified and that recommendations for corrections are made. Expected time to complete skill(s) is 20 minutes 1. Identifies themselves, the purpose of their visit, and requests permission to conduct survey CRITICAL POINT 2. Inspects ALL areas inside of dwelling for life safety hazards 3. Makes note of smoke and carbon monoxide detectors (recommends to occupant to install if there are none) 4. Inspects exterior of dwelling 5. Informs dwelling occupant/owner of findings and proper methods of correction 6. Documents findings and completes all department forms Candidate must successfully perform 5/6 steps including CRITICAL POINTS Score: /6 Score: /6 Evaluator Print Name & Signature: Date Overall Skill Sheet Score Alabama Fire College Revised- 8/13/13

90 Fire and Life Safety Education The ability to document and present prepared materials for the purpose of fire and life safety education NFPA 1001, Standard For Fire Fighter Professional Qualifications, 6.5.2, 2013 Edition. I Skill Sheet FFII The candidate, given prepared fire and life safety education materials, shall make a presentation to a small group of people. Expected time to complete skill(s) is 20 minutes 1. Identifies themselves and the purpose of the presentation 2. Presents topic and demonstrates skills (stop drop roll, crawl low in smoke, exit drills etc) 3. Participants practice under supervision 4. All information is presented accurately and all questions are answered or referred 5. Documents presentations Candidate must successfully perform 4/5 steps including CRITICAL POINTS Score: /5 Score: /5 Evaluator Print Name & Signature: Date Overall Skill Sheet Score Alabama Fire College Revised- 8/13/13