Springdale Fire Department Backup Driver Certification Program. Behavioral Objectives

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Certification Program

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I. Obtain required prerequisites A. Behavioral Objective:

1. Performance

a. Complete Probationary Program b. Complete CEVO Fire Course

c. Complete VFIS Competency Course 2. Resources

a. SFD Polices

b. National Safety Council CEVO Course c. VFIS Competency Course

II. Laws relating to emergency vehicles and “Code 3 driving” A. Behavioral Objective :

1. The candidate shall demonstrate a thorough knowledge of laws relating to Emergency Vehicles and “Code 3/Emergency

Operations”, including exemptions for and responsibilities of an Apparatus Driver

2. Performance

a. Describe the exemptions afforded the apparatus driver when making an emergency response

b. Describe the responsibilities of apparatus drivers

c. Explain policies relating to driving “Code 1” and “Code 3” 3. Resources

a. IFSTA Driver Operator Handbook Chapters 1 and 4 b. Springdale Fire Department Policies

III. Defensive Driving Techniques A. Behavioral Objective:

1. Display knowledge of Defensive Driving techniques in emergency and non-emergency driving situations. 2. Performance

a. Define Defensive Driving b. Explain the following phrases:

1. Anticipating other drivers actions

2. Visual lead time

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4. Combating skids

5. Evasive tactics

6. Weight transfer

7. Predict the predictable 8. Predict the unpredictable 3. Resources

a. IFSTA Pumping Apparatus Driver Operator Handbook Chapters 1, 4 and 5

b. IFSTA Aerial Apparatus Driver Operator Handbook Chapters 1,4 and 5

c. CEVO Course IV. Driver Safety Considerations

A. Behavioral Objective :

1. Demonstrate the ability to explain safety considerations when driving fire apparatus.

2. Performance

a. Describe driver safety considerations, which include

1. Basic control of vehicle

2. Shifting gears

3. Seeing

4. Communicating

5. Braking and controlling speed

6. Managing space

7. Night driving 8. Winter driving

9. Hot weather driving

10. Seeing hazards 11. Emergencies

12. Skid control an recovery

13. Collision procedures

14. Staying alert and fit to drive

15. Warning devices and clearing traffic

16. Using air brakes 3. Resources

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d. CDL Manual

e. Springdale Fire Department Driving Polices and Procedures

V. Springdale Fire Department Policy and Procedure Knowledge A. Behavioral Objective:

1. Display knowledge of Springdale Fire Departments driving policies and regulations as related to emergency and non-emergency vehicle operation

2. Performance

a. Explain the term “Code 3” response

b. Describe the SFD policies related to responding to emergencies, including:

1. Overtaking other apparatus

2. Response order by apparatus type 3. Sirens and air horns

4. Freeway Response

5. Cancelled response

6. Response routes

7. Repairs needed at an emergency

8. Driving over hose

9. Apparatus security 10. Apparatus placement

c. Describe the SFD apparatus maintenance program including:

1. Daily check

2. Weekly check

3. Damage to apparatus

4. Preventive Maintenance program 3. Resources

c. Springdale Fire Department Polices and Procedures VI. Springdale Fire Department Maps and pre-plans

A. Behavioral Objective:

1. The candidate shall demonstrate the ability to properly use the various maps and pre-plans used by the SFD

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2. Performance

a. Demonstrate the use of wall maps and map books to look up various addresses. The candidate should be able to locate the address and give a response route within 45 to 60 seconds.

b. Demonstrate knowledge of major streets breaking numbers.

3. Resources

a. SFD map books b. Wall Maps

VII. Knowledge of apparatus gauges A. Behavioral Objective:

1. The candidate shall display knowledge of apparatus gauges and have the ability to identify normal operating ranges and

parameters. 2. Performance

a. Describe the appearance, location and purpose of all automotive type gauges in a fire engine

b. Describe the normal operating range of each gauge and action to be taken if the gauge is not within normal limits 3. Resources

a. Apparatus specification and operations manuals VIII. Street Driving Performance and Techniques

1. The candidate shall demonstrate the ability to drive all different models of front line apparatus. If apparatus are the same make and model year, it is not necessary to duplicate efforts.

2. Performance

a. Street Driving evaluation-E1 or E2 b. Street Driving evaluation-E4 or E5 c. Street Driving evaluation-E3, E7 or E8 d. Street Driving evaluation-T1

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3. Resources

c. CDL Manual

d. Springdale Fire Department Polices and Procedures e. Engineer assigned to the apparatus that is to be driven.

IX. Maneuvering, Positioning and Stabilizing Aerial Apparatus A. Behavioral Objective:

1. The candidate shall demonstrate the ability to properly

maneuver, position and stabilize Aerial Apparatus for safe aerial deployment in Rescue and Ventilation applications.

2. Performance

a. Identify factors that influence maneuvering, positioning and stabilizing of aerial apparatus including:

1. Load

2. Angle of inclination

3. Effects of Topography and ground conditions 4. Use of the Aerial Device

5. Stabilizing the Apparatus

6. Positioning the Apparatus 7. Obstacle avoidance/short jack

b. Demonstrate the ability to stabilize the Aerial Apparatus

1. Properly engage hydraulics to safely deploy

apparatus.

2. Operate vehicle stabilization device.

c. Describe the function and operation of the following:

1. Manual hydraulic systems

2. Gauges and controls

3. Onboard air supply

4. Emergency Operating systems

5. Manual rotation and lowering systems

6. Stabilization systems

7. Aerial device safety systems 8. System overrides

9. Safe Operational limitations of the Aerial Device

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11. Operations near electrical hazards and overhead obstructions

3. Resources

a. IFSTA Aerial Apparatus Driver Operator Handbook Chapter 5, 6 and 9.

b. Springdale Fire Department Policies and Procedures c. Apparatus specification and operations manuals

X. Deployment of Aerial Apparatus

1. The candidate shall demonstrate the ability to properly and safely deploy the Aerial Apparatus in Elevated Master Stream applications

2. Performance

a. Demonstrate the ability to:

1. Raise, rotate, extend and position the aerial device to a specific location

2. Lock, unlock, retract, lower and bed the aerial device.

b. Demonstrate the ability to:

1. Deploy and Operate an elevated master stream with an effective stream in a safe manner

c. Discuss the following issues and concepts related to Elevated master stream deployment

1. Nozzle reaction, range of operation, weight

limitations. 3. Resources

a. IFSTA Aerial Apparatus Driver Operator Handbook Chapter 5, 6 and 9.

b. Springdale Fire Department Policies and Procedures c. Apparatus specification and operations manuals XI. Positioning Pumping Apparatus

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1. The candidate shall possess the ability to demonstrate the knowledge to properly position apparatus on the fireground and other situations, both emergency and non-emergency.

2. Performance

a. Identify factors that influence positioning of fire apparatus including:

1. Location of hydrant

2. Intake locations

3. Water availability

4. Amount of water needed

5. Location of fire

6. Exposures

b. Describe the ability to properly position apparatus for the following:

1. Side intake spot- Engineer’s side

2. Side intake spot- Captain’s side

c. Describe the positioning of apparatus to support sprinkler and standpipe systems

d. Describe initial staging at an emergency e. Describe apparatus placement on the freeway 3. Resources

a. IFSTA Driver Operator Handbook Chapter 5

b. Springdale Fire Department Policies and Procedures XII. Fire Department Pumps

A. Behavioral Objective

1. The candidate shall display a thorough knowledge of the theory, principles and construction of fire department pumps

2. Performance

a. Describe the major difference between centrifugal and positive displacement pumps.

b. Describe the function and operation of the following:

1. Intake manifold 2. Impeller 3. Discharge manifold 4. Volute 5. Transfer valve 6. Pump packing 7. Pump drain

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8. Bleeder valves

c. Describe parallel pump operation and its purpose d. Describe series pump operation and its purpose e. Describe the operation of rotary vane pumps 3. Resources

b. Springdale Fire Department Policies and Procedures XIII. Unsafe Pumping conditions

1. The candidate shall explain abnormal conditions which may result in equipment damage or unsafe fireground conditions, and explain corrective measures.

2. Performance

a. Describe the nature of each problem listed below and its possible cause. Describe the damaging effects that may occur and the corrective measures to be taken to eliminate or to cope with the problem.

1. Cavitation

2. Leaking fuel, oil water

3. Overheating of the engine 4. Water hammer

5. Unusual noises

6. Unable to get a prime

7. Pump will not develop sufficient pressure

8. Unable to get a reading on a pressure gauge

9. Pump unable to supply rated capacity 10. Pump unable to supply desired fire flow 3. Resources

a. IFSTA Driver Operator Handbook Chapter 11 XIV. Pump Troubleshooting

1. The candidate shall develop a system that provides him/her with a step-by-step procedure to troubleshoot and correct problems that occur while pumping.

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a. Demonstrate the ability to correct problems that occur while pumping. The problems listed below should all be addressed:

1. Cavitation

2. Leaking oil, water, and/or fuel

3. Overheating of the engine

4. Overheating of pump water while not using a hose

line

5. Unable to get a prime

6. Unable to keep a prime

7. Pump will not develop sufficient pressure

8. Unable to get a pressure reading

9. Pump unable to supply needed flow

10. Relief valve inoperative or slow acting 11. Total break down of fire pump

3. Resources

XV. Pump Systems and related systems

1. The candidate shall have the ability to describe and operate the various systems and devices related to the pump

2. Performance

a. Describe the major components and demonstrate the operation of the relief valve

b. Describe the method of transferring power from road to pump

c. Describe the priming system and demonstrate its operation d. Describe the operation of a heat exchanger

e. Describe the operation of a radiator fill valve f. Describe the function of an intake relief valve g. Describe the function of pump gauges

3. Resources

a. IFSTA Driver Operator Handbook Chapter 11 b. Apparatus manuals

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XVI. Describe principles of hydraulics A. Behavioral Objective:

1. Display knowledge of the terms, principles and formulas used in basic hydraulic calculations.

2. Performance

a. Identify the meaning of the following terms used in basic hydraulics 1. Pressure 2. Vacuum 3. Flow 4. Head 5. Intake 6. Back Pressure 7. Friction loss 8. Engine Pressure 9. Nozzle Pressure 10. Velocity 11. Critical velocity 12. Water hammer

b. Identify the meaning of the following terms used to describe fluid pressure

1. Static pressure

2. Normal operating pressure

3. Residual pressure

4. Flow pressure (Velocity pressure) 5. Head pressure

c. Describe in lay person’s terms the four principles of friction loss and methods of managing friction loss in the field. 3. Resources

a. IFSTA Driver Operator Handbook

XVII. Calculate Hydraulic Problems 1. Behavioral Objective:

a. Demonstrate the ability to produce correct values for typical hoselay situations using field calculations.

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2. Performance

a. Determine the correct values for typical hose lay situations using mental formulas.

1. Pump discharge pressure required for simple evolutions.

b. Total friction loss involved in simple evolution.

1. Determine ability to add additional lines to an evolution.

3. Resources

a. Springdale Fire Department Pump chart b. IFSTA Driver Operator Handbook

XVIII. Pumping Evolution Performance A. Behavioral Objective:

1. The candidate shall demonstrate the ability to produce safe and effective fire streams for various hose evolutions.

2. Performance

a. Properly position engine for taking a hydrant

1. Side intake spot- Engineer’s side 2. Side intake spot- Driver’s side

3. Forward lay

b. Supply a pre-connect at proper engine pressure from tank water

c. Demonstrate the ability to change from tank to hydrant d. Demonstrate the ability to add another line at proper

engine pressure while maintaining proper pressure to the original line.

e. Demonstrate the ability to properly set the Relief Valve if so equipped.

f. Demonstrate the ability to supply a monitor

g. Demonstrate the ability to supply a ladder pipe operation h. Demonstrate the ability to recover from mistakes or

unexpected problems on the fire ground 3. Resources

a. Field training by engineer or captain b. Springdale Fire Department Pump Chart

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XIX. Augmenting Water Supply to Sprinkler and Standpipe Systems A. Behavioral Objective:

1. The candidate shall demonstrate the ability to augment water supplies to sprinkler and standpipe systems.

2. Performance

a. Demonstrate how to connect to a sprinkler or standpipe FDC

b. Identify standard engine pressure for supplying a sprinkler system, both with and without industrial fire pumps

c. Determine engine pressure for supplying a standpipe system when hose layout is known

d. Describe procedures and considerations when connecting to standpipes which include:

1. Number of supply lines 2. Pressure loss for the system

3. Pressure loss for the height

4. Apparatus positioning 3. Resources

a. IFSTA Driver Operator Handbook 2nd edition, Chapter 11 b. Springdale Fire Department Pump Chart

c. Springdale Fire Department Policies and Procedures XX. Demonstrate Foam use and application

1. The candidate shall demonstrate the ability to produce effective foam streams and troubleshoot when the operation is not effective

2. Performance

a. Demonstrate the use of a foam eductor

b. Demonstrate the use of an apparatus equipped with foam c. Describe the percentages of foam, and there use and

application on the fireground 3. Resources

a. IFSTA Driver Operator Handbook 2nd edition, Chapter 15 b. Springdale Fire Department Pump Chart

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