South Carolina Fire Academy

Performance Task Manual South Carolina Fire Academy 1153 NFPA Firefighter Level I Revision 6 01/2009 Department of Labor, Licensing and Regulation Division of Fire and Life Safety Fire Academy 2009

South Carolina Fire Academy 1153 NFPA Firefighter I Course Schedule Class Date Chap # Chapter Hours Class Times Instructors Orientation 0.5 7 Ropes and Knots 3.0 Ropes & Knots Skills Development 4.0 9 Forcible Entry 5.0 Forcible Entry Skills Development 8.0 11 Ventilation 4.0 Ventilation Skills Development 4.0 12 Water Supply 2.5 Water Supply Skills Development 3.0 16 Detection / Alarms / Sprinklers 2.0 Sprinklers Skills Development 2.0 17 Loss Control 2.0 Loss Control 4.0 Skills Development 18 Protecting Scene Evidence 2.0 19 Communications 3.0 Communications Skill Development 2.0 Skills Review 4.0 1. 2. 1. 2. 1. 2. 1. 2. 1. 2. 1. 2. 1. 2. 1. 2. 1) Written Testing Evaluation 2) Skills Performance Testing 8.0 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. South Carolina Fire Academy Rev 5 01-2009

and Information about this Performance Task Manual The following information is provided to the student to assist them with this program and with the policies and procedures of the South Carolina Fire Academy. As a student in this program, it is your responsibility to familiarize and be able to perform all skills as outlined in this manual, please address any concerns to your Lead Instructor prior to the assigned evaluation date. The following is the retest policy of the South Carolina Fire Academy: Students not earning a PASS rating on the first attempt can make an immediate second attempt (no coaching is allowed). Should the student not earn a PASS rating on the second attempt, a retest of the unsuccessful skill must be scheduled no sooner than thirty (30) days but no later than 180 days from the original test date. This must be set-up through the Regional Coordinator. The student will be allowed to continue with the evaluation. Task steps which are in BOLD print are classified as CRITICAL SKILL STEPS these steps must be addressed by the student, if it is not addressed by the student, the Evaluator shall stop the student and a failure for the attempt will be recorded. An overall passing score requires successful completion of all Critical Skills in any skill set in addition, to achieve an overall passing score no more than two(2) non-critical skills failures in any skill set shall be recorded. Scoring explanation: PASS Task was performed correctly FAIL Task was performed in an unsafe manner or to the point of ineffective Students desiring to appeal any decisions during the skills evaluation are required to submit the appeal in writing to the Assistant Superintendent of the Fire Academy for final disposition.

Competency Profile (Evaluation Use Only) Student Name Signature Organization Code /Section Course Name: Instructor Date of Completion / / Lead Evaluator Signature Skill Attempt 1152 Program Mandatory PPE / SCBA Skill 1 st 2 nd Skill Station 1 1 st 2 nd Skill: Skill: Skill Station 2 Skill: Skill: Skill Station 3 Skill: Skill: Skill Station 4 Skill: Skill: * Justify any failures in writing on the back of evaluator form. Final Outcome: ** Mandatory PPE / SCBA Skill is for 1152 Program Only ** **White form must be completed and turned in with the course package, yellow copy is returned to the student at end of evaluation. South Carolina Fire Academy Rev 5 January 2009

1153- NFPA Firefighter 1 Performance Task Evaluation Sheet 1-1 Objective 1: Locate Information in departmental documents and standard or code materials. (NFPA 1001, 5.1.1.2) For this skills evaluation checklist, students will correctly identify information requested from sample SOPs. Rapid Intervention Crew SOP Mayday SOP Test Form Writing Instrument Evaluator must initial outcome 1. Indentify requested procedures with 100% accuracy. Task Steps 1 st 2 nd South Carolina Fire Academy Performance Skill 1-1

1153 - Firefighter I Performance Task Evaluation Sheet 7-1 Objective : Inspect, clean, and store rope. (NFPA 1001, 5.5.1) For this skills evaluation checklist, students will clean, inspect, and store rope. The procedures are the general steps for cleaning rope. Methods of washing vary with each rope manufacturer, so it is always advisable to contact them for specific cleaning and drying instructions for the type of rope being cleaned. Rope to be inspected and rope to be cleaned Cleaning agent recommended by rope manufacturer Rope logbook and pen Cleaning supplies per manufacturer s guidelines South Carolina Fire Academy Performance Skill 7-1

1153 - Firefighter I Performance Task Objective : Skills Evaluation Checklist Inspect, clean, and store rope. Task Steps 1st 2nd Clean Rope 1. Clean the rope according to manufacturer s guidelines. 2. Thoroughly rinse the rope. 3. Dry the rope according to manufacturer s recommendations. Inspect and Store Rope 1. Using hands, inspect the entire length of the rope for soft, crusty, stiff, or brittle sports; areas of excessive stretching; cuts, nicks and abrasions. 2. Visually inspect the entire length of the rope for exterior nicks, cuts, dirt, embedded objects, and other obvious flaws, as well as cleanliness. 3. Determine if rope has been impact loaded, overloaded, chemically contaminated, or does not meet life-safety reuse requirements. 4. Remove any flawed rope from service, disposing of it or labeling it as utility rope per local protocol. 5. Record information in rope logbook. 6. Store rope per local protocol. South Carolina Fire Academy Performance Skill 7-1

1153- NFPA Firefighter 1 Performance Task Evaluation Sheet 7-10 Objective: Tie a becket bend. (NFPA 1001, 5.1.1) For this skills evaluation checklist, students will correctly tie a becket bend. Full protective clothing Rope Evaluator must initial outcome Task Steps 1 st 2nd 1. Form a bight in one of the ends to be tied (if two ropes of unequal diameter are being tied, the bight always goes in the larger of the two). 2. the end of the second rope through the bight. 3. Bring the loose end around both parts of the bight. 4. Tuck this end under its own standing part and over the bight. 5. Pull the knot snug. South Carolina Fire Academy Performance Skill 7-10

1153 - Firefighter I Performance Task Evaluation Sheet 7-2 Objective : Coil and uncoil a rope. (NFPA 1001, 5.5.1) For this skills evaluation checklist, students will coil and uncoil a rope. Coiling rope so that it may be uncoiled and placed in service with little delay is very important in the fire service. An improperly coiled handline or lifeline could result in the failure of an operation. If the coil is not carefully prepared, the rope may not pay out to the ground. One 20-foot or 30-foot (6 m or 9 m) length of rope Extension or straight ladder or other structure with support standards South Carolina Fire Academy Performance Skill 7-2

1153 - Firefighter I Performance Task Objective : Skills Evaluation Checklist Coil and uncoil a rope. Task Steps 1st 2nd 1. Measure off and reserve a length of rope (about three times the distance between the standards the structures used as a support) at the front of the rope to secure the coil when completed. 2. Drape this length of rope over the standards. 3. Wrap the remaining rope around the standards until sufficient width is developed. It may be necessary to make two layers to coil all of the rope. 4. Wrap the last portion of the rope around the loops. 5. Fasten the end securely by tucking the end of the rope under the last wrap. 6. Form a bight with the length measured in Step 1. 7. Insert the bight through the end of the coil as shown. 8. Place the end of the rope through the opposite end of the coil. 9. Insert the end of the rope through the bight. 10. Finish the coil by tucking the end of the rope next to the end in Step 5. 11. Remove the coils from the standards. 12. Untie the rope that is securing the coil. 13. Begin uncoiling the rope. 14. Continue to uncoil the rope while avoiding the creation of knots or tangles. South Carolina Fire Academy Performance Skill 7-2

Evaluation Sheet 7-3 Objective : Tie the single overhand knot. (NFPA 1001, 5.1.2) For this skills evaluation checklist, students will tie the single overhand knot. As an added measure of safety, it is recommended that an overhand safety knot be used whenever tying any type of knot. The simple yet effective overhand safety eliminates the danger of the working end of the rope slipping back through the knot, thus causing the knot to fail. Piece of rope (for example, 6-foot to 20- foot [1.8 m to 6 m] length of ½-inch [13 mm] rope) 1. Form a loop in the rope. 2. Insert the end of the rope through the loop. Task Steps Yes No 3. Dress the knot by pulling on both ends of the rope at the same time. South Carolina Fire Acadeny Performance Skill 7-3

1153- NFPA Firefighter 1 Performance Task Evaluation Sheet 7-4 Objective: Tie a bowline. (NFPA 1001, 5.1.1) For this skills evaluation checklist, students will correctly tie a bowline. Full protective clothing Rope Evaluator must initial outcome 1. Select enough rope to form the size of the loop desired. 2. Form an overhand loop in the standing part. 3. the working end upward through the loop. Task Steps 1 st 2nd 4. the working end over the top of the loop under the standing part. 5. Bring the working end completely around the standing part and down through the loop. 6. Pull the knot snugly into place, forming an inside bowline with the working end on the inside of the loop. 7. Secure the bowline with an overhand safety. South Carolina Fire Academy Performance Skill 7-4

1153- NFPA Firefighter 1 Performance Task Evaluation Sheet 7-5 Objective: Tie a clove hitch. (NFPA 1001, 5.1.1) For this skills evaluation checklist, students will correctly tie a clove hitch. Full protective clothing Rope Evaluator must initial outcome Task Steps 1 st 2nd 1. Form a loop in your left hand with the working end to the right crossing under the standing part. 2. Form another loop in your right hand with the working end crossing under the standing part. 3. Slide the right hand loop on top of the left hand loop. 4. Hold the two loops together at the rope, forming the clove hitch. 5. Slide the knot over the object. 6. Pull the ends in opposite directions to tighten. South Carolina Fire Academy Performance Skill 7-5

Evaluation Sheet 7-6 Objective: Tie a clove hitch around an object. (NFPA 1001, 5.1.2) For this skills evaluation checklist, students will tie a clove hitch around an object. Because the open clove hitch cannot be slipped onto an object with no free end (such as the center of a hoseline), this method is used on objects with no free end or with a distant free end. Piece of rope (for example, 6-foot to 20- foot [1.8 m to 6 m] length of ½-inch [13 mm] rope) Task Steps 1st 2nd 1. Make one complete loop around the object, crossing the working end over the standing part. 2. Complete the round turn about the object just above the first loop as shown. 3. the working end under the upper wrap, just above the cross. 4. Set the hitch by pulling. South Carolina Fire Academy Performance Skill 7-6

Evaluation Sheet 7-7 Objective : Tie a figure eight. (NFPA 1001, 5.1.2) For this skills evaluation checklist, students will tie a figure eight. A figure-eight knot is stronger than a bowline, easy to tie and untie, inspect, and keep neat. There are several variations of the figure-eight knot commonly used in the rescue service. Piece of rope (for example, 6-foot to 20- foot [1.8 m to 6 m] length of ½-inch [13 mm] rope) 1. Make a loop in the rope. Task Steps 1st 2nd 2. the working end completely around the standing part. 3. Insert the end of the rope back through the loop. 4. Dress the knot by pulling on both the working end and standing part of the rope at the same time. South Carolina Fire Academy Performance Skill 7-7

Evaluation Sheet 7-8 Objective : Tie a figure-eight bend. (NFPA 1001, 5.1.2) For this skills evaluation checklist, students will tie a figure-eight bend. The figure-eight bend is one of the knots in the figure-eight family. Piece of rope (for example, 6-foot to 20- foot [1.8 m to 6 m] length of ½-inch [13 mm] rope) 1. Tie a figure eight know on one end of the rope. Task Steps 1st 2nd 2. Feed the end of the other rope through the figure-eight knot in reverse. It should follow the exact oath of the original knot. 3. Use a safety knot, such as the overhand, with this knot. South Carolina Fire Academy Performance Skill 7-8

1153- NFPA Firefighter 1 Performance Task Evaluation Sheet 7-9 Objective: Tie a figure eight on a bight. (NFPA 1001, 5.1.1) For this skills evaluation checklist, students will correctly tie a figure eight on a bight. Full protective clothing Rope Evaluator must initial outcome 1. Form a bight in the working end of the rope. 2. it over the standing part to form a loop. Task Steps 1 st 2nd 3. the bight under the standing part and then over the loop and down through it; this forms the figure eight. 4. Extend the bight through the knot to whatever size working loop is needed. 5. Dress the knot. South Carolina Fire Academy Performance Skill 7-9

1153- NFPA Firefighter 1 Performance Task Evaluation Sheet 7-13 Objective: Prepare a roof ladder for hoisting. (NFPA 1001, 5.1.1) For this skills evaluation checklist, students will correctly prepare a roof ladder for hoisting. Full protective clothing Rope (x2) Roof Ladder Evaluator must initial outcome Task Steps 1 st 2nd 1. Lower an appropriate length of rope from the intended destination of the ladder. 2. Make a loop in the end of the roop using a bowline knot. 3. Place the closed loop under the ladder snd bring it up between the rung about one-third the distance from the hoisting end. 4. Open the loop and place it over the tip of the ladder South Carolina Fire Academy Peformance Skill 7-13

1153- NFPA Firefighter 1 Performance Task Task Steps 1 st 2nd 5. Arrange the standing part under the ladder rungs. (centered and running end towards ladder tip) 6. Tighten the loop around the beams, pulling the standing part of the rope up behind the rungs toward the ladder tip. 7. Tie a guideline to the ladder on the opposite end from the hoisting end using appropriate knot. South Carolina Fire Academy Peformance Skill 7-13

1153- NFPA Firefighter 1 Performance Task Evaluation Sheet 7-14 Objective: Prepare a dry hoseline for hoisting. (NFPA 1001, 5.1.1) For this skills evaluation checklist, students will correctly prepare a dry hoseline for hoisting. Full protective clothing Rope 100 feet hose with nozzle Evaluator must initial outcome Task Steps 1 st 2nd 1. Lower an appropriate length of rope from the intended destination of the hoseline. 2. Fold the nozzle end of the hoseline backover the rest of the hose so that the overlap of 4 to 5 feet is formed. 3. Tie a clove hitch, with an overhand safety know, around the tip of the nozzle and the hose it is floded against so that they are lashed together. 4. Place a half hitch on the doubled hose about 12 inches from the loop end. South Carolina Fire Academy Performance Skill 7-14

1153- NFPA Firefighter 1 Performance Task Evaluation Sheet 7-15 Objective: Prepare a charged hoseline for hoisting. (NFPA 1001, 5.1.1) For this skills evaluation checklist, students will correctly prepare a charged hoseline for hoisting. Full protective clothing Rope 100 feet hose with nozzle Water Supply Evaluator must initial outcome Task Steps 1 st 2nd 1. Lower an appropriate length of rope from the intended destination of the hoseline. 2. Tie a clove hitch, with an overhand safety knot, around the hose about one foot below the coupling and nozzle. 3. a bight through the nozzle handle and loop it over the nozzle so that the rope holds the nozzle shut while it is being hoisted. 4. Tie a half hitch around the nozzle to take the strain off the handle. South Carolina Fire Academy Performance Skill 7-15

1153- NFPA Firefighter I Performance Task Evaluation Sheet 9-1 Objective : Clean, inspect, and maintain hand tools and equipment. (NFPA 1001, 5.5.1) For this skills evaluation checklist, students will clean, inspect, and maintain various hand tools. Every department has unique tools and equipment. This is merely a basic guide to common procedures. Tools needing maintenance will be placed on a salvage cover. Students should select one tool at a time and clean and dry each tool thoroughly before proceeding to inspection and maintenance so that the cleaning can reveal any maintenance needs. Remind students to always follow the manufacturer s instructions when using any equipment. Personal protective clothing (may include hearing and eye protection) Maintenance tools such as files, wrenches, screwdrivers, hammers, etc. Salvage cover Cutting tools Maintenance supplies appropriate for the Pushing/pulling tools types of tools used, such as: steel wool, sandpaper, machine oil, lubricating oil, mild detergent, degreaser, shop towels, boiled linseed oil (wooden handles), paint, brushes, scrub pads, buckets, water. Striking tools Prying tools Appropriate equipment operation and service manuals South Carolina Fire Academy Performance Skill 9-1

1153- NFPA Firefighter I Performance Task Evaluation Checklist Objective : Clean, inspect, and maintain hand tools and equipment. Task Steps 1st 2nd Tool Cleaning 1. Wash tools with mild detergent or per manufacturer s guidelines. Rinse and wipe dry. a. Do not soak wooden handles in water because it will cause the wood to swell. Tool Maintenance 2. Inspect tool handles for cracks, splinters, or other damage. 3. Inspect tool head for tightness. 4. Inspect working surface for dullness, damage, chips, cracks, or metal fatigue. 5. Maintain wooden handles. a. Repair loose tool heads. b. Sand the handle to eliminate splinters. c. Apply a coat of boiled linseed oil to the handle to preserve it and prevent roughness and warping. d. Do not paint or varnish the handle. 6. Maintain cutting edges. a. File the cutting edges by hand. b. Sharpen blade as specified in departmental SOP. c. Replace cutting head if required. 7. Maintain unprotected metal surfaces. a. Keep free of rust. b. File chips, cracks, or sharp edges c. Oil the metal surface lightly, using light machine oil. South Carolina Fire Academy Performance Skill 9-1

Evaluation Sheet 9-10 Objective : Force entry through a window (glass pane). (NFPA 1001, 5.3.4 & 5.3.11) For this skills evaluation checklist, students will force entry through a window. This skill covers only typical window construction that has glass panes. Remind students to never break glass with their hands, gloved or ungloved. Also, remind students firefighters should take special precautions when breaking windows above the ground floor to prevent falling glass hazards to citizens and firefighters below. When forcing entry into a fire building, firefighters must wear SCBA. Therefore, it is recommended that students wear SCBA for this training exercise. Protective clothing and SCBA Forcible entry prying tool Window prop South Carolina Fire Academy Performance Skill 9-10

Evaluation Checklist Objective: Force entry through a window (glass pane). 1. Size up the situation. a. Try window first. Task Steps 1st 2nd b. Evaluate window construction and locking method. 2. Break the window glass. a. (Multiple-paned window) Lowest pane of glass b. (Single-paned window) At top of pane c. To avoid losing control of the tool, do not use excessive force. d. Keep hands and the tool handle above the point of impact. e. Use the tool to clean all the broken glass out of the frame once the glass has been broken. South Carolina Fire Academy Performance Skill 9-10

1153- NFPA Firefighter I Performance Task Evaluation Sheet 9-11 Objective : Force a Lexan window. (NFPA 1001, 5.3.4) For this skills evaluation checklist, students will force a Lexan window. When forcing entry into a fire building, firefighters must wear SCBA. Therefore, it is recommended that students wear SCBA for this training exercise. Protective clothing and SCBA Carbide-tipped, medium-toothed rotary saw blade Note: Blades with teeth too small will melt the Lexan and cause the blade to bind; blades with teeth too large will slide dangerously over the window s surface. Rotary saw Forcible entry tools South Carolina Fire Academy Performance Skill 9-11

1153- NFPA Firefighter I Performance Task Skills Evaluation Checklist Objective : Force a Lexan window. 1. Size up the situation. a. Try window first. Task Steps 1st 2nd b. Evaluate window construction and locking method. 2. Check the saw blade. a. Carbide-tipped b. Medium-toothed c. Sharp d. Undamaged in any way 3. Ensure that the blade and hand guards are in place. 4. Start and operate the rotary saw per manufacturer s instructions. 5. Saw a hole in the window. a. Triangular shape (three cuts) large enough to reach through b. Near window lock, if applicable c. (Non-opening type) Around edges of entire pane (pane removed) 6. Turn off the saw. 7. Open the window. a. Reach through hole or opening. b. Unlock if applicable. c. Raise sash and prop open if applicable. South Carolina Fire Academy Performance Skill 9-11

Evaluation Sheet 9-12 Objective : Force entry through a wood-framed wall (Type V construction) with hand tools. (NFPA 1001, 5.3.4 & 5.3.13) For this skills evaluation checklist, students will force entry through a wall made of wood. Using power tools, firefighters will cut an inspection hole, locate a wall stud, and remove enough material so that a firefighter may pass through. When removing wall studs, consideration should be given to structural integrity and utility location. When forcing entry into a fire building, firefighters must wear SCBA. Therefore, it is recommended that students wear SCBA for this training exercise. Protective clothing and SCBA Forcible entry tools (pick head axe, flat head axe and Halligan, etc.) Wall prop Short pike pole Chainsaw or rotary saw South Carolina Fire Academy Performance Skill 9-12

Evaluation Checklist Objective : Force entry through a wood-framed wall (Type V construction) with hand tools. Task Steps 1st 2nd 1. Confirm order with officer to force entry through wall. 2. Size up the situation. a. No other existing entry points available b. Wall construction evaluated c. Locations of utilities considered 3. Confirm with Command that utilities are off. 4. Remove siding if necessary and locate stud. 5. Cut an inspection hole (small triangle). 6. Make cut utilizing inspection hole. 7. Increase size of hole to allow the passage of firefighter (stud may be removed, if necessary). 8. Utilizing the inspection hole, remove wall and insulation material with hand tool and place out of traffic area. 9. Using hand tool, push inward and remove interior wall covering. South Carolina Fire Academy Performance Skill 9-12

1153 - NFPA Firefighter I Performance Task Evaluation Sheet 9-13 Objective : Force entry through a masonry wall with hand tools. (NFPA 1001, 5.3.4 & 5.3.13) For this skills evaluation checklist, students will force entry through a wall made of masonry. Using hand tools, students will fracture masonry block(s) in a prescribed pattern and remove enough material that a firefighter may pass through. Consideration should be given to structural integrity and utility location. When forcing entry into a fire building, firefighters must wear SCBA. Therefore, it is recommended that students wear SCBA for this training exercise. Protective clothing and SCBA Halligan Wall prop Flat head axe Sledge hammer (10 pound [4.5 kg] or Other types of striking and prying tools greater) South Carolina Fire Academy Performance Skill 9-13

1153 - NFPA Firefighter I Performance Task Evaluation Checklist Objective : Force entry through a masonry wall with hand tools. Task Steps 1st 2nd 1. Confirm order with officer to force entry through wall. 2. Size up the situation. a. No other existing entry points available b. Wall construction evaluated c. Locations of utilities considered 3. Confirm with Command that utilities are off. 4. Determine one block to strike with tool and strike block until it is fractured. 5. Systematically strike and fracture individual block in a triangle pattern until desired hole size is reached. 6. Using prying and/or striking tools, begin to remove the highest block first while moving downward and side to side. 7. Remove wall material and insulation and place out of traffic area. 8. Using tool, push inward and remove interior wall covering, if needed. South Carolina Fire Academy Performance Skill 9-13

Evaluation Sheet 9-14 Objective : Force entry through a metal wall with power tools. (NFPA 1001, 5.3.4 & 5.3.14) For this skills evaluation checklist, students will force entry through a wall made of metal. Using power tools, students will cut an inspection hole, locate a wall stud, and remove enough material that a firefighter may pass through. Consideration should be given to structural integrity and utility location. When forcing entry into a fire building, firefighters must wear SCBA. Therefore, it is recommended that students wear SCBA for this training exercise. Protective clothing and SCBA Wall prop Rotary saw with metal cutting blade South Carolina Fire Academy Performance Skill 9-14

Evaluation Checklist Objective : Force entry through a metal wall with power tools. Task Steps 1st 2nd 1. Confirm order with officer to force entry through wall. 2. Size up the situation. a. No other existing entry points available b. Wall construction evaluated c. Locations of utilities considered 3. Confirm with Command that utilities are off. 4. Cut an inspection hole (small triangle). 5. Locate studs (wall screws indicate) and cut hole near stud. 6. Cutting a triangle, increase size of hole to allow the passage of firefighter. 7. Remove wall material and insulation and place out of traffic area. 8. Using tool, push inward and remove interior wall covering if needed. South Carolina Fire Academy Performance Skill 9-14

1153 NFPA Firefighter I Peformance Task Evaluation Sheet 9-2 Objective : Clean, inspect, and maintain power tools and equipment. (NFPA 1001, 5.5.1) For this skills evaluation checklist, students will clean, inspect, and maintain various power tools. Every department has unique tools and equipment. This is merely a basic guide to common procedures. Tools needing maintenance will be placed on a salvage cover. Students should select one tool at a time and clean and dry each tool thoroughly before proceeding to inspection and maintenance so that the cleaning can reveal any maintenance needs. Remind students to follow the manufacturer s instructions when using any equipment. Personal protective clothing (may include hearing and eye protection) Maintenance tools such as files, wrenches, screwdrivers, hammers, etc. Maintenance supplies appropriate for the types of tools used, such as: gasoline (4- cycle fuel), mixed gasoline(2-cycle fuel), diesel, fuel stabilizer, tags, machine oil, lubricating oil, mild detergent, degreaser, shop towels, paint, brushes, scrub pads, buckets, water. Salvage cover Cutting saw Gas powered positive pressure fan or portable power plant Appropriate equipment operation and service manuals South Carolina Fire Academy Performance Skill 9-2

1153 NFPA Firefighter I Peformance Task Evaluation Checklist Objective : Clean, inspect, and maintain power tools and equipment. Task Steps 1st 2nd Tool Cleaning 1. Clean tools according to manufacturer s guidelines. Tool Inspection 2. Inspect tools for damage. 3. Inspect parts for tightness and function. a. Ensure that all guards are functional and in place. b. Check all electrical components for cuts or other damage. 4. Inspect working surface for damage or wear. Tool Maintenance 5. Change a cutting blade on a power tool. a. Check blades for damage or wear. b. Replace blades that are damaged or worn. 6. Check fuel level in all power tools and fill as necessary. a. Use correct fuel type. b. Ensure that fuel is fresh. 7. Check oil level in all tools and fill as necessary. 8. Start all power tools and keep them running. a. Ensure power tools will start manually. b. Ensure battery packs are fully charged. 9. Tag a tool that is out of service. a. Place appropriate notification on the tool. b. Communicate with officer the situation. South Carolina Fire Academy Performance Skill 9-2

1153- NFPA Firefighter 1 Performance Task Evaluation Sheet 9-3 Objective: Force entry through an inward swinging door Two firefighter method. (NFPA 1001, 5.3.4) For this skills evaluation checklist, students will correctly force entry into a structure, given personal protective equipment, tools, and an assignment,so that the tools are used as designed, the barrier is removed, and the opening is in a safe condition and ready for entry. Full protective clothing Haligan Tool Striking Tool Inward swinging door or simulator Evaluator must initial outcome South Carolina Fire Academy Performance Skill 9-3

1153- NFPA Firefighter 1 Performance Task 1. Try before you pry. Task Steps 1 st 2nd 2. FF#1 Place fork end of the Haligan Tool just above or below the lock with the bevel side of the fork against the door. 3. FF#1 Angle the tool up or down. 4. FF#2 Strike the tool with the striking tool. (strike only when FF#1 calls for it) Task Steps 1 st 2nd 5. FF#2 Drive the forked end of the tool past the interior doorjamb. 6. FF#1 Move the bar slowly perpendicular to the door being forced to prevent the fork from penetrating the interior doorjamb. 7. FF#1 Make sure the fork has penetrated between the door and the doorjamb. 8. FF#1 Exert pressure on the tool toward the door, forcing it open. 9. Maintain control of the door at all times. South Carolina Fire Academy Performance Skill 9-3

1153- NFPA Firefighter 1 Performance Task Evaluation Sheet 9-4 Objective: Force entry through an outward swinging door Two firefighter method. (NFPA 1001, 5.3.4) For this skills evaluation checklist, students will correctly force entry into a structure, given personal protective equipment, tools, and an assignment,so that the tools are used as designed, the barrier is removed, and the opening is in a safe condition and ready for entry. Full protective clothing Haligan Tool Striking Tool Outward swinging door or simulator Evaluator must initial outcome 1. Try before you pry. Task Steps 1 st 2nd 2. FF#1 Place the wedge end of the Haligan tool just above or below the lock. (if there are two locks, place between the locks) 3. FF#2 Strike the tool using a striking tool in the surface behind the wedge, driving the wedge into the space between the door and the jamb. (strike only when FF#1 calls for it) 4. FF#1 Pry down and out with the fork end of the tool making sure the wedge has been sufficiently driven into the space. South Carolina Fire Academy Performance Skill 9-4

1153 - NFPAFirefighter I Performance Task Evaluation Sheet 9-5 Objective : Force entry using the through-the-lock method. (NFPA 1001, 5.3.4) For this skills evaluation checklist, students will force entry using the through-the-lock method. Remind students that they should always try before they pry. Appropriate protective clothing (safety Locking pliers goggles and/or face shield) Door and lock Key tool 1. Size up the door and lock. 2. Place a set of locking pliers firmly on the lock cylinder. Task Steps 1st 2nd 3. Turn the lock cylinder counterclockwise to unscrew it from the door and remove it. 4. Look inside the lock and identify the type of mechanism. 5. Insert an appropriate key tool into the lock through the cylinder hole. 6. Manipulate the tool to release the latching mechanism. 7. Open the door. South Carolina Fire Academy Performance Skill 9-5

Evaluation Sheet 9-6 Objective : Force entry using the through-the-lock method using the K-tool. (NFPA 1001, 5.3.4) For this skills evaluation checklist, students will force entry using the through-the-lock method using the K-tool. Remind students that they should always try before they pry. Appropriate protective clothing (safety Flat head axe goggles and/or face shield) Door and lock K-tool Halligan bar Key tool South Carolina Fire Academy Performance Skill 9-6

Evaluation Checklist Objective : Force entry using the through-the-lock method using the K-tool. Task Steps 1st 2nd 1. Size up the door and lock. a. Make sure the lock is not protected by a collar or shield. 2. Slide the K-tool down over the lock cylinder face. 3. Tap the K-tool down with a Halligan bar or the back of a flat-head axe. 4. Insert the wedge end of the pry tool into the strap on the K-tool. 5. Drive the K-tool further into the cylinder. a. Make sure the K-tool has an adequate bite into the lock cylinder. 6. Pry up on the tool handle to pull the cylinder. 7. Insert a key tool through the cylinder hole to release the latching mechanism. 8. Open the door. South Carolina Fire Academy Performance Skill 9-6

Evaluation Sheet 9-7 Objective : Force entry using the through-the-lock method using the A-tool. (NFPA 1001, 5.3.4) For this skills evaluation checklist, students will force entry using the through-the-lock method using the A-tool. Remind students that they should always try before they pry. Appropriate protective clothing (safety Flat head axe goggles and/or face shield) Door and lock A-tool Halligan bar Key tool South Carolina Fire Academy Performance Skill 9-7

Evaluation Checklist Objective : Force entry using the through-the-lock method using the A-tool. Task Steps 1st 2nd 1. Size up the door and lock. 2. Insert the V-notch of the A-tool between the lock cylinder and the door frame. a. The A-tool should be at a slight angle to the lock. 3. Tap the A-tool firmly in place behind the lock cylinder. a. You may have to drive the A-tool into the frame of the door in order to get behind a tight lock. 4. Pry up on the tool and remove the lock cylinder. 5. Insert the key tool into the lock through the cylinder hole. 6. Manipulate the tool to release the latching mechanism. 7. Open the door. South Carolina Fire Academy Performance Skill 9-7

Evaluation Sheet 9-8 Objective : Force entry through padlocks. (NFPA 1001, 5.3.4) For this skills evaluation checklist, students will force entry through padlocks. Remind students that they should always try before they pry. Appropriate protective clothing Flat head axe Padlock Bolt cutters Halligan bar South Carolina Fire Academy Performance Skill 9-8

Evaluation Checklist Objective : Force entry through padlocks. Task Steps 1st 2nd Method One Hook End 1. Firefighter #1: Insert the hook of a Halligan bar into the shackle of the lock and pull the lock out away from the staple. 2. Firefighter #2: Strike the Halligan bar sharply with a flat-head axe to drive the hook through the lock shackle and break it. Task Steps 1st 2nd Method Two Fork End 1. Place the fork of the Halligan bar over the padlock shackle. 2. Twist the lock until the shackle or the hasp breaks. Task Steps 1st 2nd Method Three Bolt Cutters 1. Cut the shackle of the padlock, the chain, or the staple with bolt cutters. a. Do not attempt to cut case-hardened lock shackles with bolt cutters. South Carolina Fire Academy Performance Skill 9-8

Evaluation Sheet 9-9 Objective : Force entry through a double-hung window. (NFPA 1001, 5.3.4) For this skills evaluation checklist, students will force entry through a double-hung window. Remind students that they should always try before they pry. When forcing entry into a fire building, firefighters must wear SCBA. Therefore, it is recommended that students wear SCBA for this training exercise. Protective clothing and SCBA Axe or other prying tool Window prop (double-hung window) Task Steps 1st 2nd 1. Insert the blade of an axe or other prying tool under the center of the bottom sash in line with the lock mechanism. 2. Pry upward on the tool handle to force the lock. 3. Push the lower sash upward to open the window. South Carolina Fire Academy Performance Skill 9-9

1153 - NFPA Firefighter I Performance Task Evaluation Sheet 11-1 Objective : Ventilate a flat roof. (NFPA 1001, 5.3.12) For this skills evaluation checklist, students will ventilate a flat roof. Full protective clothing including SCBA Pike pole Extension ladder Pick-head axe Flat, wood-raftered training roof South Carolina Fire Academy Performance Skill 11-1

1153 - NFPA Firefighter I Performance Task Evaluation Checklist Objective : Ventilate a flat roof. 1. Confirm order with officer to ventilate flat roof. 2. Size up scene for any hazards. 3. Select location for ventilation. Task Steps 1st 2nd a. Position upwind of planned ventilation opening. b. Sound for roof integrity. c. Observe fire and smoke conditions coming from roof. d. Place ventilation opening in safe working area as close to fire as feasible and away from roof mounted equipment. 4. Outline ventilation opening with pick on axe or other similar tool. a. Must be at least 4 x 4 (1.2 m by 1.2 m) opening b. Remove gravel or other materials from outlines that may limit ability to cut opening. 5. Cut three-sided (triangular) inspection opening in roof to determine fire conditions. a. Each side of cut 12 (300 mm) long b. First cut parallel to farthest support c. Cut through decking only. d. All cuts intersect to form a triangle. 6. Cut roof deck parallel to a roof truss or support on side furthest away from ladder or escape route. This is cut #1. a. Downwind from position b. Cut is at least 4 (1.2 m) long. c. Inspection opening cut in Step 5 incorporated into this cut d. Cut is completely through decking material. e. Size up fire conditions inside roof from discharge through cut. f. Maintain situational awareness. South Carolina Fire Academy Performance Skill 11-1

1153 - NFPA Firefighter I Performance Task Task Steps 1st 2nd 7. Cut roof deck on one side of opening perpendicular to the first cut cut must intersect first cut in Step 6. This is cut #2. a. Begin cut away from escape route. b. Cut is at least 4 (1.2 m) long or three rafters wide inside 1st rafter, over 2nd rafter and inside 3rd rafter. c. Cut is completely through decking material. d. Maintain situational awareness. 8. Cut roof deck on opposite side of cut made in Step 7 cut must intersect cut made in Step 6. This is cut #3. a. Begin cut away from escape route. b. Cut is at least 4 (1.2 m) long. c. Cut is completely through decking material. d. Maintain situational awareness. 9. Complete the ventilation hole by cutting between cut #2 and cut #3. a. Cut is completely through decking material. b. Maintain situational awareness. 10. Remove decking from the ventilation opening with axe, pike pole, or other sounding tool. a. Keep decking out of ventilation opening. b. Size up fire conditions in the roof space. 11. Plunge through interior ceiling using pike pole working from upwind side of ventilation hole. 12. Report to officer completion of assigned task. South Carolina Fire Academy Performance Skill 11-1

1153- NFPA Firefighter 1 Performance Task Evaluation Sheet 11-2 Objective: Ventilate a pitched roof. (NFPA 1001, 5.3.12) For this skills evaluation checklist, students will correctly perform vertical ventilation on a structure as part of a team, given an assignment, personalprotective equipment, ground and roof ladders, and tools, so that ladders are positioned for ventilation, a specified opening is created, all ventilation barriers are removed, structural integrity is not compromised, products of combustion are released from the structure, and the team retreats from the area when ventilation is accomplished. Full protective clothing Ground and roof ladders Chain saw Set of irons 10 foot pike pole Pitched roof (building or simulator) Evaluator must initial outcome South Carolina Fire Academy Performance Skill 11-2

1153- NFPA Firefighter 1 Performance Task Evaluation Checklist Objective: Ventilate a pitched roof. (NFPA 1001, 5.3.12) 1. Confirm order with officer to ventilate roof. 2. Size up scene for any hazards. (verbalize to evaluator) 3. Select location for ventilation. Task Steps 1 st 2nd 4. Outline ventilation opening with pick head axe or other similar tool. (must be at least 4 by 4 opening) 5. Cut roof deck across rafters on the high side of the roof parallel to the ridge. 6. Cut roof deck on furthest side of ventilation opening perpendicular to the cut in Step 5. 7. Cut roof deck on opposite side of cut made in Step 6. Task Steps 1 st 2nd 8. Complete the ventilation opening by cutting between the bottom of the two parallel cuts made in Steps 6 and 7. 9. Remove the decking from the ventilation opening with axe or pike pole. 10. Plunge down through the ceiling using pike pole working from upwind side of ventilation opening. 11. Report to officer completion of the assigned task. South Carolina Fire Academy Performance Skill 11-2

1153- NFPA Firefighter 1 Performance Task Evaluation Sheet 11-3 Objective: Ventilate a structure using mechanical positive-pressure ventilation. (NFPA 1001, 5.3.11) For this skills evaluation checklist, students will correctly perform horizontal ventilation on a structure operating as part of a team, given an assignment, personal protective equipment, ventilation tools, equipment, and ladders, so that the ventilation openings are free of obstructions, tools are used as designed, ladders are correctly placed, ventilation devices are correctly placed, and the structure is cleared of smoke. Full protective clothing Positive pressure fan Structure Evaluator must initial outcome South Carolina Fire Academy Performance Skill 11-3

1153- NFPA Firefighter 1 Performance Task Evaluation Checklist Objective: Ventilate a structure using mechanical positive-pressure ventilation. 1. Confirm order with officer to ventilate structure. Task Steps 1 st 2nd 2. Place fan near entrance opening so that it will create a positive pressure within the structure. 3. Start the fan and temporarily direct away from opening. 4. Create exit opening approximately equal to or smaller than the point of entry." 5. Direct fan into point of entry so that cone of air covers opening. 6. Determine if smoke is moving away from point of entry and toward exit opening. If not, discontinue fan and re-evaluate location of point of entry and exit and any obstructions of the flow of air. 7. Clear smoke from building South Carolina Fire Academy Performance Skill 11-3

Evaluation Sheet 11-4 Objective : Ventilate a structure using horizontal hydraulic ventilation. (NFPA 1001, 5.3.11) For this skills evaluation checklist, students will demonstrate hydraulic ventilation. This skill requires a fire fighting team in full protective clothing and SCBA working together. You should inform team members of their positions. You may have each team member rotate hose positions until each team member has operated the hose nozzle to perform hydraulic ventilation. Provide students with the following information: You are inside a room within a structure where you have extinguished a fire involving room and contents only. The ventilation crew has been unsuccessful. We need to ventilate this room with our hoseline. Find a window or door and open it. Full protective clothing including SCBA Smoke-filled training structure Charged hoseline with fog nozzle South Carolina Fire Academy Performance Skill 11-4

Objective : Evaluation Checklist Ventilate a structure using horizontal hydraulic ventilation. 1. Extend nozzle outside of opening and open nozzle. Task Steps 1st 2nd 2. Set the fog nozzle pattern wide enough to cover 85 to 90 percent of window or door opening. 3. Bring nozzle approximately 2 feet (0.6 m) inside building. 4. Monitor progress of ventilation. South Carolina Fire Academy Performance Skill 11-4

1153 NFPA Firefighter I Performance Task Evaluation Sheet 12-1 Objective : Operate a hydrant. (NFPA 1001, 5.3.15) For this skills evaluation checklist, students will operate a hydrant. When operating a hydrant, remind students to follow the basic safety precautions given below. Tighten caps on outlets not used. Do not stand in front of closed caps. Do not lean over top of operating hydrant. Close hydrant slowly. Check downstream drainage. Do not flow without adequate drainage. Do not flow across a busy street. Do not flow onto street in freezing weather. Control pedestrian and vehicle traffic as necessary. Spanner or hydrant wrench Fire hydrant South Carolina Fire Academy Performance Skill 12-1

1153 NFPA Firefighter I Performance Task Evaluation Checklist Objective : Operate a hydrant. Task Steps 1st 2nd 1. As a safety precaution, tighten hydrant outlet caps that will not be used. a. Turn caps clockwise. b. Use spanner or hydrant wrench. 2. Turn outlet nut counterclockwise and remove the cap from one outlet. a. Stand clear of closed caps. 3. Open the hydrant. a. Use spanner or hydrant wrench to slowly turn hydrant nut counterclockwise. b. Continue until fully open. c. Stand clear of closed caps. d. Do not lean over top of hydrant. 4. Close the hydrant. a. Use spanner or hydrant wrench to slowly turn hydrant nut clockwise. b. Continue until fully closed. c. Stand clear of closed caps. 5. Replace cap on outlet. a. Turn outlet nut clockwise until firmly closed. b. Stand clear of closed caps. South Carolina Fire Academy Performance Skill 12-1

1153 NFPA Firefighter I Peformance Task Evaluation Sheet 12-2 Objective : Make soft-sleeve and hard-suction hydrant connections. (NFPA 1001, 5.3.15) For this skills evaluation checklist, students will make soft-sleeve and hard-suction hydrant connections. When performing this skill, firefighters generally work with a driver/operator. Hard-suction and soft-sleeve hose Rubber mallet Spanner or hydrant wrench Protective clothing 4½-inch (114 mm) to 2½-inch (64 mm) reducer coupling (if hydrant has only 2½inch (64 mm) outlets) South Carolina Fire Academy Performance Skill 12-2

1153 NFPA Firefighter I Peformance Task Evaluation Checklist Objective : Make soft-sleeve and hard-suction hydrant connections. Task Steps 1st 2nd Soft-sleeve Connection (Hydrant Firefighter) 1. Confirm order with officer to make hydrant connection. 2. Remove necessary equipment from the pumper. a. Hydrant or spanner wrench b. Reducer (if necessary) c. Rubber mallet, if needed 3. Remove the hydrant cap by turning it counterclockwise and using a spanner wrench if the cap is tight. 4. Inspect the hydrant for exterior damage and check for debris or damage in inside outlet. 5. Place the hydrant wrench on hydrant nut with handle pointing away from outlet. 6. If adapter is preconnected to the hose, proceed to step 7. If adapter is not preconnected, place the reducer adapter on the hydrant, turning clockwise and making hand tight. 7. Remove the intake hose from the pumper. 8. Connect the intake hose to the pump intake, turning clockwise and making hand tight. 9. Stretch the intake hose to the hydrant, placing two full twists in the hose to prevent kinking. 10. Make the hydrant connection to steamer outlet or outlet with adapter, turning clockwise and making hand tight. 11. Open the hydrant slowly until hose is full. 12. Tighten any leaking connections using rubber mallet or spanner wrench. Task Steps 1st 2nd Hard-suction Connection (Hydrant Firefighter) 1. Confirm order with officer to make hydrant connection. 2. Remove the intake hose from the pumper. 3. Connect the intake hose to the hydrant or apparatus (depending on local preference), turning connection clockwise and making hand tight. 4. Connect opposite end to the hydrant or apparatus, turning connection clockwise and making hand tight. South Carolina Fire Academy Performance Skill 12-2

Evaluation Sheet 12-3 Objective : Connect and place a hard-suction hose for drafting from a static water source. (NFPA 1001, 5.3.15) For this skills evaluation checklist, students will connect and place a hard-suction hose for drafting from a static water source. Firefighters generally perform this skill with a driver/operator. Floating or conventional barrel-type hose Rubber mallet strainer Two 10-foot (3 m) sections of hard-suction Utility rope hose Spare hard-suction hose coupling gasket(s) Protective clothing South Carolina Fire Academy Performance Skill 12-3

Evaluation Checklist Objective : Connect and place a hard-suction hose for drafting from a static water source. Task Steps 1st 2nd 1. Confirm order with officer to connect hose for drafting. 2. Check the hard-suction couplings. a. Remove any dirt or debris. b. Replace worn or frayed coupling gaskets. 3. Connect the sections of hard-suction hose. a. Align sections. b. Hand tighten in clockwise direction. c. Use rubber mallet if necessary to make airtight connection. d. Keep off of ground. 4. Connect the strainer to one end of the hard-suction hose. a. Hand tighten in clockwise direction. b. Using rubber mallet if necessary to make airtight connection c. (Barrel strainer) Fasten rope to strainer. 5. Put the strainer into the water; if a barrel strainer, use the rope to maneuver the hose and to keep the strainer off the bottom. 6. Prepare pump intake for coupling by removing pump intake cap and keystone intake valve from intake, if applicable. 7. Connect the hard-suction hose to the pumper pump intake, aligning the sections and hand tightening in a clockwise direction. 8. Tie up strainer rope (if used) to pumper or stationary object. 9. Dismantle drafting equipment and return to proper storage on pumper per departmental SOPs. South Carolina Fire Academy Performance Skill 12-3

Evaluation Sheet 12-4 Objective : Deploy a portable water tank. (NFPA 1001, 5.3.15) For this skills evaluation checklist, students will deploy a portable water tank. This skill sheet is written for a jet siphon. A plain siphon, commercial tank-connecting device, permanent tank gravity drain, or drain tunnel connector may also be used. Remind students to always follow the manufacturer s instructions for the specific equipment they are using. Students will work with another student to perform this skill. After actual use, the tarps, tanks, and siphons will be wet and dirty. They must be cleaned and dried before storage. Apparatus-mounted portable reservoirs Siphon and appropriate siphon hose/tubing or other means of transferring water from one tank to another Reservoir manufacturer s setup instructions Two heavy tarps Protective clothing South Carolina Fire ACademy Performance Skill 12-4