Page 1 of 1 Training Division Vision Statement The training division will work diligently to ensure our members remain proficient in all of the services we provide to the community and the visitors while striving to realize new services as they arise due to community needs and technology. Goal #1: The training division will provide opportunities for ongoing training to ensure that our members are able to provide the services needed in a safe and efficient manner. Objective A: The training division will continue to recognize, evaluate, and provide training on knowledge, skills, and abilities that are practiced regularly in our daily work by conducting a needs assessment for all positions in the department. We will work to provide training where improvements are needed within 6 months of recognizing them. Objective B: A comprehensive officer development program will be developed to train incoming officers within 3 months of promotion. This new training program will allow for training for current officers on an ongoing basis. Goal #2: As the budget permits, we will utilize different methods and resources to obtain training and information on future needs of the community. We will then implement them into our current training program or develop new programs to accommodate them. Objective A: The training division will determine future trends and needs by attending informational sessions (seminars, conferences, etc.) and improving our utilization of the resources we currently have that provide this information. Objective B: We will develop methods of implementing those needs into the training program where possible. New training programs will be developed when needed to accommodate for needs that do not fit into our current programs. 12.01 Scope: Training is the foundation of human resource development and ultimately what creates our successful emergency operations. Without adequate training, property will be needlessly lost, people will be injured and you could possibly lose your life. Each individual must have the initiative to continually train and improve their skills! Simply attending drills twice a month is not enough to maintain your skills let alone improve your performance. Our jobs as firefighters and the challenges we face have simply become too complex and technical to rely on basic knowledge alone.
Page 2 of 2 12.02 Safety: SAFETY is the #1 priority during all training sessions. Safety should be the primary goal. At least one safety officer will be appointed at each training session involving physical activity! 12.03 Emergency Response during Training Sessions: It is the responsibility of one of the Emergency Operations Captain to pre-assign, if possible, which units and personnel will respond to emergencies during training sessions. At least one engine shall be kept in a condition to respond, fully equipped, readily available. 12.04 Educational Opportunities: The following opportunities are available to every firefighter to learn new skills and maintain basic abilities. If the training is certification training or if a certificate is given at the conclusion of the training, the certificate must be turned in to the training division before and credit or applicable pay is given. A. Wisconsin Firefighter I Certification - mandatory for TMFD personnel and available through Fox Valley Technical College. Maintain and practice these basic skills regularly on your own or during drills. Example- practice donning SCBA safely and quickly or tying the four basic fire service knots. B. TMFD Drills Twice a Month - Taught by TMFD Officers and coordinated and planned by the TMFD Training Division: 1. Team orientation will be stressed! (Stay together as a team during drills) 2. Training in Context will be utilized - make the drills as realistic as possible (SCBA donned, simulate a "problem", etc.) 3. Firefighters are encouraged to help select training topics to schedule. See your Division Chief of Training or Training Captain and submit recommendations in writing. If your idea is not used do not get discouraged as we have a lot of things to cover in training in a limited time. 4. Company Officers will provide direction and guidance just as they would on the emergency scene. 5. Emphasize safety!! C. Outside Training - these opportunities will be posted on the bulletin boards at both stations and sometimes listed in the Weekly Update. It is highly encouraged that personnel attend other training opportunities outside the normal fire department training drills. A specific number of hours are compensated for every member each year in order to provide an additional perspective and vision of training issues.
Page 3 of 3 1. FVTC - A.S. Degree Program in Fire Technology (highly encouraged for those seeking full-time employment as a firefighter). 2. Specific Certification Courses - (F/F II, Driver/Operator Pumper and Aerial, Fire Inspector, Fire Instructor, Officer I, etc.) 3. Association Meetings - (Winnebago Area Firefighters, Volunteer Firemen's Safety League, etc. both held quarterly). 4. Association Memberships - (Fire Investigation, Winnebago Area Firefighters Association, Fire Department Safety Officer's Association, Wisconsin State Firefighters Association, etc.) 5. Annual Weekend Fire Schools (National Fire Academy, Tomahawk Fire School, etc.) 6. National Fire Academy - Emmitsburg, Maryland - Volunteer Incentive Program, Wisconsin State Weekend, etc. 7. Fire Department Instructors Conference 8. Wisconsin State Firefighters Conference D. Every Emergency Call - Use it as a training opportunity to re-enforce building layouts, hydrant locations, fire department connection locations, etc. Each working incident when a "hose line is pulled" requires the Incident Commander to conduct a "HUDDLE" before anyone leaves the scene. The educational purpose of the huddle is to discuss what took place, compare actions to SOG suggestions, and decide on how to "improve" the next time. E. Mentor Program every new firefighter is "assigned" a firefighter mentor to help provide guidance and individual instruction. The mentor will guide the recruit through the mentor program until all of the objectives in the program are met. At the conclusion of the program, the Mentor/Recruit Check sheet will be turned in to the training division and put into the recruits file. F. Recruit Academy All new firefighters must complete a 40 hour (approximately) recruit academy. This academy involves department specific training (basic skills are included) as well as NIMS IS-700, IS-100 and IS-200. G. Weekly Vehicle Checks - Excellent opportunity to work with another firefighter and learn details about vehicle inventories, equipment operations and pump operations. H. "American Heat" Video Training Tapes - available for checkout at Sta. #40. I. TMFD Library - available for checkout at Station #40.
Page 4 of 4 J. TMFD Audio/Visual Library - Sta. #40 office - (ICS System, Investigations, etc.) K. TMFD Magazine Library - Fire service related magazines can be found on the wall rack at Station #40 with recent publications. They may also be checkedout. L. Pre-Planning - See the Emergency Operations Captains for special assignments needed for pre-planning and site-access work. M. Officer Development - See SOG 6.01on promotional procedures. N. Public Education Events - Get involved with community public education events to promote fire safety. O. Industrial Fire Brigade training - Sign up (see bulletin boards) for scheduled training during various times of the year when we train with local industrial fire brigades/response teams. Every member is highly encouraged to attend at least one of these sessions annually. P. SOG s - Review, study and practice our. Also submit ideas on how to improve them. Q. Individual Learning - Probably one of the most important types of learning! Visit and study the "other" station (their equipment, apparatus, etc.). Exampleeven though you're at Station #41, go to #40 and practice setting up the aerial platform, etc. If you re at Station #40, go to #41 and review R41. Visit community target hazards, etc. 12.05 Accountability: It is the responsibility of the fire department administration to provide a motivational environment for learning but only you, as an individual, can create the initiative to improve your performance. It takes more than just attending drill; you must actively participate. The Division Chief of Training and the Training Captain are here to facilitate your needs but you must help make your needs known. Stupidity only prevails when you fail to ask questions and seek solutions. Don't become a statistic; constantly strive to improve your knowledge, skills and abilities. Your teammates are counting on you, don't let them down!!
Page 5 of 5 12.06 Competency-Based Training /Performance: In 1996, the Training Division began a comprehensive program to insure that all emergency scene personnel could perform a set of basic skill competencies based on their position description. Those guidelines are included in the following pages and should be closely reviewed by all applicable personnel. Personnel may be evaluated, based on assigned position descriptions, on these competencies at any time. The inability to demonstrate competency may lead to additional training and ultimate dismissal if an employee is unable to perform assigned tasks. Firefighter - Skills 1 through 12 Driver/Operator Pumper and/or Aerial Road Test Driver/Operator Pumping Practical Skills Test Driver/Operator Aerial Practical Skills Test All skill sheets are attached below. TOWN OF MENASHA FIRE DEPARTMENT COMPETENCY-BASED TRAINING / PERFORMANCE It is critical for the safe and effective operations that every member of the fire department be thoroughly competent in certain basic skills. Recognizing that redundant training can be boring and in some cases, wasteful, in 1996 TMFD began individualized assessments of certain basic skills. The intent and purpose of the assessment is to assure that everyone has retained operational readiness for these skills. Passing the skills, demonstrates competency and further training on the topic is limited. Inability to adequately pass a skill simply indicates further training and coaching is needed for the firefighter until the skill is accomplished properly. All assessments are "mastery" type evaluations (either you know it well or further training is needed). All of the identified skills will be assessed on all active fire department personnel annually (driver operator skills will be assessed periodically). The basic skills are all essential Firefighter I and Firefighter Survival Skills!!! A step by step process for each skill can be obtained from the training division. The following skills are critical for everyone to master - BASIC SKILLS: Skill #1 - Proper Donning of Protective Equipment (Bunker Gear, SCBA, PASD) The firefighter shall simulate response to a confirmed "working fire"; don full protective clothing, mount the fire apparatus, don SCBA on air and dismount the apparatus. Skill must be accomplished thoroughly and in 3 minutes. The unit must also be placed back in service in a ready response mode. Skill #2 - Hydrant Operations The firefighter, wearing full protective clothing (no SCBA) shall dismount the fire apparatus at a hydrant and make proper connections to a fire hydrant for LDH water supply.
Page 6 of 6 Skill #3 - Tool and Equipment Raises The firefighter shall utilize rope to simulate hoisting various assigned tools or equipment. At a minimum, the following knots shall be used: bowline, clove hitch, figure 8, double figure 8, figure eight on a bight, safety (Half Hitch or overhand) and a handcuff knot. Skill #4 - SCBA Confidence The firefighter shall conduct a search of a downed firefighter. When the downed firefighter is found, the firefighter must rapid fill the SCBA, then hook the RIT pack into the downed firefighter s SCBA T-block, then connect the downed firefighter into theirs and buddy breath. Skill #5 - Controlled Search and Orientation The firefighter, wearing full protective clothing shall conduct a search for a known victim. Upon finding the victim, locate the hoseline and upon finding the coupling, indicate the direction out of the building. Skill #6 - Power Tools The firefighter, wearing all appropriate PPE, will demonstrate the starting and operation of a chain saw, power circular saw, sawzall, and generator. Skill #7 - Air Bags Demonstrate the ability set up and operate the regulator(s); all air lines; Airbags and the telescoping stabilizing jacks. Skill #8 - Extrication Tools Demonstrate the ability to connect, start, and operate the spreaders, ram, and cutter. Skill #9 - Window Hang The firefighter, wearing full protective clothing shall demonstrate the ability to hang from a window and alert others the need for assistance. Skill #10-Emergency Hose Slide Window Escape The firefighter, wearing full protective clothing shall demonstrate the ability to slide on a charged hoseline out of a window for emergency escape. Skill #11-Head First Ladder Slide (Bail) The firefighter, wearing full protective clothing shall demonstrate the ability to exit a structure using the emergency ladder slide (bail) technique. Skill #12-Self-Rescue Rope Escape via Window The firefighter, wearing full protective clothing shall demonstrate using a selfrescue rope and standard fire department hand tools exiting via a window safely to the ground or other safe area below.
Page 7 of 7 Basic Skill 1: BS1 DONNING GEAR SKILL SHEET Name (Print): Demonstrate the ability to don turnout gear, enter the apparatus, and leave the apparatus on air and ready to go into an IDLH. This will be done in less than 3 minutes. MATERIALS: Full turnout gear and SCBA. Any TMFD apparatus. STUDENT INSTRUCTIONS: Starting on the bay floor, you will be asked to begin donning your gear. When your gear is on you will go into the apparatus and don your SCBA and seatbelt. Then you will exit the apparatus IDLH ready. INSTRUCTORS NOTES: Provide the student with instructions and describe the evolution. If student is unsuccessful in doing this within 3 minutes they will be required to receive additional training and perform the task again. Demonstrate donning gear safely on the bay floor. Demonstrate entering the apparatus. Demonstrate donning the SCBA in the seat. Skill PASS FAIL Demonstrate exiting the apparatus backwards with 3 points of contact at all times. When firefighter is IDLH ready they will hold their hands up and time will be recorded on this sheet. COMMENTS: Company Officer Signature Date Firefighter Signature Date
Page 8 of 8 Basic Skill 2: BS2 HYDRANT SKILL SHEET Name (Print): Demonstrate the means of catching the hydrant under 5 minutes with all appliances connected and all tools accounted for. Correctly answer evaluator questions on hydrant work stated in TMFD S.O.G. s (signaling driver to lay hose, what is the sign(s) to charge the supply line, why we use the gate valve, where we attach the gate valve and firefighter s role after charging the line). MATERIALS: Engine or pumper. LDH in hose bed with lanyard attached. Hydrant bag and all appliances. Accessible hydrant for connections. Full turnout gear. STUDENT INSTRUCTIONS: Firefighter will start the evolution in full protective gear while being seated and seat belted in a jump seat (officer may simulate having actual apparatus outside at their discretion). The evolution will begin as soon as the firefighter steps on the ground after exiting the truck. The firefighter shall safely remove equipment needed from the apparatus and wave the driver on. The firefighter shall then correctly hook the hydrant to establish a water supply. INSTRUCTORS NOTES: Firefighter is wearing all gear and seat belted. Firefighter exits cab safely. Firefighter removes LDH and hydrant bag safely. Firefighter wraps hydrant and signals driver to proceed correctly. Firefighter demonstrates flushing the hydrant. Skill PASS FAIL All appliances are installed correctly to the discharge that the instructor decides. Steps 2 through 6 are performed in less than 5 minutes and time recorded at right. Firefighter answers questions from evaluator. COMMENTS: Company Officer Signature Date Firefighter Signature Date
Page 9 of 9 Basic Skill 3: BS3 ROPES AND KNOTS SKILL SHEET Name (Print): Demonstrate the ability to tie the following knots as well as the ability to put them to use; clove hitch, half hitch, bowline, figure eight, figure eight on a bight, and handcuff knot. MATERIALS: Ropes, electric fan, pick-head axe, chain saw, pike pole, roof ladder, extension ladder. STUDENT INSTRUCTIONS: You will be wearing structural firefighting gloves. You will be asked to tie recognized fire service knots to a level of proficiency (the knots are to be tied in your hands without any tools. Then, you will be expected to apply the knots to common tools that could require hoisting. You will be expected to incorporate a tag-line. You may use any combination of knots below to tie the required tools for hoisting. INSTRUCTORS NOTES: Provide the student with instructions and describe the evolution. If student is unsuccessful they will be required to receive additional training and perform the task again. It is allowable to use any recognized fire service knot for the hoisting of equipment. Demonstrate the half hitch. Demonstrate the clove hitch. Demonstrate the figure eight (with follow through). Demonstrate the figure eight on a bight. Demonstrate the bowline. Demonstrate the handcuff knot. Skill PASS FAIL Given a length of rope tie all knots around tools as if to be hoisted (i.e. ladder, pike pole, pick head axe, fan, chain saw, etc.). Halyard tied off. Repack rope bags. COMMENTS: Company Officer Signature Date Firefighter Signature Date
Page 10 of 10 Basic Skill 4: BS4 SCBA CONFIDENCE SKILL SHEET Name (Print): Demonstrate the following self-rescue techniques to show competency and confidence in the use of an SCBA. MATERIALS: Full protective gear and SCBA, Blacked out mask, RIT pack, and simulated victim. STUDENT INSTRUCTIONS: You will be asked to simulate self-rescue techniques. All functions will be simulated in a zero visibility situation. INSTRUCTORS NOTES: Provide the student with instructions and describe the scenario. If student is unsuccessful they will be required to receive additional training and perform the task again. Doff SCBA without breaking face piece. Don SCBA after performing above operation. Demonstrate activation of BYPASS valve on SCBA. Activate PASS device and reset after 10 seconds. Skill PASS FAIL Working in a group of 1 to 2 firefighters, locate a downed firefighter with a RIT pack in hand. Demonstrate the rapid fill system by filling the downed firefighter s SCBA. Demonstrate hooking the RIT tank connection into the T-block of the downed firefighter s SCBA so they are breathing from the RIT tank. Demonstrate buddy breathing with the downed firefighter. Firefighter understands the acronym C.A.R.E. COMMENTS: Company Officer Signature Date Firefighter Signature Date
Page 11 of 11 Basic Skill 5: BS5 ORIENTATION SKILL SHEET Name (Print): The firefighter with a blacked-out SCBA face piece will demonstrate locating a hose line and following the hose line to exit a residential/commercial building in a reasonable time frame. The timeframe should be appropriate for the type of occupancy. MATERIALS: Full turnout gear, SCBA, blacked-out mask, any room simulating a residential/commercial building, hose line configured with a nozzle and joined together to simulate a pre-connected attack line. STUDENT INSTRUCTIONS: The firefighter will communicate MAYDAY, MAYDAY, MAYDAY. The firefighter will search until the hose line is found. The hose line is followed until a coupling is found. Direction of travel is determined by moving from the female to the male coupling. The female coupling bowl has small lugs and a sleeve. The male coupling has long lugs. INSTRUCTORS NOTES: Provide the student with instructions and describe the evolution. If student is unsuccessful they will be required to receive additional training and perform the task again. Skill PASS FAIL Firefighter will communicate MAYDAY, MAYDAY, MAYDAY. (Instructor will quiz them on mayday considerations) Example: Location, Status, Air Supply, Resources Needed, Etc. Firefighter will search a room and locate the hose line. Firefighter will follow hose line and locate coupling. Using his/her hands, firefighter will examine the coupling to determine the male and female coupling and verbally identify each. Firefighter will point silently to the direction out or back to the truck. Firefighter(s) will then follow the line in the direction he/she thought was out or to the truck. Firefighter should end at an open female coupling if correctly done. COMMENTS: Company Officer Signature Date Firefighter Signature Date
Page 12 of 12 Basic Skill 6 BS6 POWER TOOLS SKILL SHEET Name (Print): Demonstrate the ability to start and operate the power tools listed in the MATERIALS section below. MATERIALS: Safety glasses or equivalent eye protection, Structural firefighting gloves, positive pressure fan, chain saw, Stihl circular saw, generator, and electric sawzall. STUDENT INSTRUCTIONS: You will be asked to show proper handling and operation of all power tools listed above. You will start all of the tools listed with structural firefighting gloves on. You will be asked how to fuel and check oil level as well (this may be done without gloves). INSTRUCTORS NOTES: Provide student with instructions and describe the use and safe handling of all equipment. Safety glasses or equivalent shall be worn by all in area of instruction. Horseplay or disregard of safety will not be tolerated. Skill PASS FAIL Positive pressure fan. Chain saw. Stihl circular saw. Generator (skip this if not driver authorized or qualified). Electric sawzall (including blade change). COMMENTS: Company Officer Signature Date Firefighter Signature Date
Page 13 of 13 Basic Skill 7 BS7 AIR BAGS SKILL SHEET Name (Print): Demonstrate the ability to set up and operate the regulator, all air lines, airbags and the stabilizing jacks. MATERIALS: Safety glasses or equivalent eye protection. Rescue 41, pressurized air bottle, air bag regulator and controller, air lines, air bags and stabilizing jacks (struts). STUDENT INSTRUCTIONS: You will be asked to show proper handling and operation of all tools listed above. You will be asked how to set up, operate and to properly put each piece of equipment back into service including cleaning and maintaining. INSTRUCTORS NOTES: Provide the student with instructions and have them describe the use and safe handling of all equipment. Safety glasses or equivalent shall be worn by all in area of instruction. Horseplay or disregard of safety will not be tolerated. Set up the regulators with the air bottle. Correctly connect all lines (including blue valved lines). Operate controller with air bags. Skill PASS FAIL Describe safe use of air bags (cribbing technique, stacking bags, inflation sequence). Show/describe proper use of stabilizing jacks (either pair). COMMENTS: Company Officer Signature Date Firefighter Signature Date
Page 14 of 14 Basic Skill 8 BS8 EXTRICATION TOOLS SKILL SHEET Name (Print): Demonstrate the ability to operate the TNT extrication tools listed in the MATERIALS section below. MATERIALS: Safety glasses or equivalent eye protection. Rescue 41 and Engine 40, single TNT power unit, dual TNT power unit, PTO-driven power unit, hydraulic lines, combi-tool, spreader and ram. STUDENT INSTRUCTIONS: You will be asked to show proper handling and operation of all TNT power tools listed above. You will be asked how to fuel, check oil, operate and to properly put each back into service including cleaning and maintaining. INSTRUCTORS NOTES: Provide the student with instructions and have them demonstrate the use and safe handling of all equipment. Safety glasses or equivalent shall be worn by all in area of instruction. Horseplay or disregard of safety will not be tolerated. Skill PASS FAIL Portable power units. (at respective stations). All hydraulic connections. A ram and extension. A spreaders or combi-tool. COMMENTS: Company Officer Signature Date Firefighter Signature Date
Page 15 of 15 Basic Skills 9 to 12 BS9 thru BS12 TOWER SKILL SHEET Name (Print): Perform all the TMFD tower skills outlined as our basic skills. Identify and demonstrate the ability to perform all lifesaving functions on the training tower in a controlled environment. With safety and technique being critical. MATERIALS: Personal safety ropes, haligan (anchor), pick head axe, ladder belts, 100 of 1 ¾ hose w/nozzle, bele rope w/anchor point, pulley, figure eight brake device, 16 roof ladder, training tower or similar prop with all safety devices in place. STUDENT INSTRUCTIONS: Wearing turnout gear including structural firefighting gloves and helmets, you will be asked to simulate self-rescue techniques. All functions will be simulated in close supervision of trainers. Helmets shall be strapped, gloves shall be worn and expect to pay close attention to instructor/evaluator. Professionalism at all times; no horseplay. INSTRUCTORS NOTES: Provide the student with instructions and describe the evolution. If student is unsuccessful they will be required to receive additional training and perform the task again. All skills are outlined in TMFD S.O.G. s. Skill PASS FAIL Demonstrate the window hang. Demonstrate the hose bale with window hang incorporated. Demonstrate the rope bale with the window hang incorporated. Search upper tower and locate window and demonstrate the ladder bale. COMMENTS: Company Officer Signature Date Firefighter Signature Date
Page 16 of 16 TMFD Apparatus Road Test Candidate's Name Date Evaluator's Name 1. Did candidate thoroughly check the truck before beginning the test (compartment doors, gauges, scratches, dents etc.)? yes no 2. Did the candidate complete the following exercises (cone course) successfully? (See: TMFD SOG; NFPA 1002; 1500; IFSTA pumping apparatus) a. serpentine (cones at 34 feet for engine and 40 feet for aerial) b. alley dock (20 feet deep 12 feet wide, with a cone at back of bumper) c. diminishing clearance (75 feet long, narrowing from 9 6 to 8 2 ) d. 3 point turn around (100 feet long and 50 feet wide) e. Opposite alley dock yes no 3. Did candidate complete a thorough road test? a. residential streets b. multi-family complex c. commercial areas d. adequate backing yes no Note: The following road test is a sampling of driving situations that the candidate should encounter if deviating from the course. 4. Did the candidate safely drive the cul-de-sac at the end of Westfield Lane and maneuver the truck around the outside edge of the cul-de-sac without backing the unit up? yes no 5. Did the candidate safely drive to The Park High-Rise and maneuver the vehicle around the complex (building) in a clock-wise direction? BE EXTREMELY CAREFUL THE OVERHANG (mansards) AT THE BUILDING CORNERS ARE NOT HIT!!! yes no
Page 17 of 17 6. Did the candidate drive to Royal Court Avenue, entering the apartment complex parking lot and drive once around the entire parking lot without backing the unit up. (Consult map book) yes no 7. Did the candidate safely drive to the Palisades Subdivision and drive down the following Streets without any problems. (Consult map book) Drive N. on Beck Street Turn left onto Annex Lane; follow Annex Lane around to W. Palisades Follow W. Palisades Drive to Riverview Court Make turn around on Riverview Court Back to W. Palisades Drive to Palisades Lane Return to Palisades then down River Oak Ct., Make turn around and then back to Palisades Follow Palisades down to the river Turn around in the cul-de-sac (a spotter is permitted here) Return to Valley road using any side streets you wish. yes no Note: The evaluator is not limited to the above course and shall exercise his/her ability to train the candidate on various other encounters such as: hydrants, dry hydrants, FDC s and vehicle staging/spotting requirements. Please note any problems the candidate had: In your opinion, did the candidate drive the apparatus safely, courteously and confidently, with the proper use of mirrors, signals, lane changes, etc? yes no needs more practice at this time passed this driving test Candidate Signature Officer Signature Division Chief of Training Signature
Page 18 of 18 TMFD Driver Operator Pumper Practical Skills Test Candidate's Name Date Evaluator's Name Test candidate s ability to set apparatus into pump gear. Pass Fail 1.) Parking brake 2.) Road to pump 3.) Tank to pump re-circulation (tank to pump and tank fill opened and idle up the truck) Test candidate s ability to use tank water for single lines. Pass Fail 1.) Evaluator requests line (s) 2.) Correct pressure governor setting 3.) Correct pump discharge pressure at nozzle. 4.) Understanding of pump chart 5.) Watch tank water supply Test candidate s ability to employ multiple lines. Pass Fail 1.) Correct pressure governor setting (highest pressure of multiple lines) 2.) Watch tank water supply Test candidate s ability to switch from tank to hydrant water. Pass Fail 1.) Correct hook up of supply line 2.) Bleeds off air 3.) Smooth transition from tank to hydrant 4.) Fills tank as reserve 5.) Monitors line pressures while changing 6.) Understands residual pressure vs. PDP (pump discharge pressure) 7.) Understands volume vs. pressure mode (1/2 capacity of pump) 8.) Can calculate GPM at any time the evaluator asks Test candidate s ability to shut down operations Pass Fail 1.) Shuts down lines effectively after evaluator asks 2.) Adjusts pressure governor accordingly (where necessary) 3.) Shuts down entire pump operation effectively 4.) Put truck back to road status
Page 19 of 19 Evaluator Signature: Candidate Signature: Division Chief of Training Signature:
Page 20 of 20 TMFD Driver Operator Aerial Practical Skills Test Candidate's Name Date Evaluator's Name Safely drive to Station #41. Note - The candidate should set the unit up entirely by themselves and no platform operations (operating from inside the platform) are necessary for this evaluation. Note- The candidate cannot use or see any checklist or cheat sheet! The evaluator should obtain the checklist sheet on the engine housing and make sure the operator follows those steps! Spot the vehicle with the need to access Side 2 & Side 3 corner. Set 4 traffic cones up on the parking lot to the rear of the platform, approximately 50-60 feet behind the truck. The driver/operator must guide the platform inside the 4 cones without touching the ground or the cones. 1) Spot the vehicle properly (reach, etc.)? Pass Fail 2) Set the vehicle up safely and properly? Pass Fail (document time below) 3) Raise the platform to the roof in a position that the fire fighters could easily access the roof? Pass Fail 4) Lower the platform and place it inside the cones efficiently? Pass Fail 5) Return the unit to service (watch the Safety Pins!!) Pass Fail Evaluator Signature: Candidate Signature: Division Chief of Training Signature: