FRP 152 Fire Incident Related Experience 2

1. Perform and document routine tests, inspections, given a fire department apparatus, so that the operational readiness of the apparatus is verified:  Batteries, belts, braking system, coolant system, electrical system, fuel, hydraulic fluids, lubrication oil, steering system, tires, tools, appliances, and equipment. 
2. Document the routine tests, inspections, and servicing functions, given maintenance and inspection forms, so that all items are checked for proper operation and deficiencies are reported. 
3. Operate a fire department vehicle, given a vehicle and a predetermined route on a public way that incorporates the maneuvers and features specified that the driver/operator is expected to encounter during normal operations, so that the vehicle is safely operated in compliance with all applicable state and local laws, departmental rules and regulations, and the requirements of NFPA 1500, Standard on Fire Department Occupational Safety and Health Program, Section 4-2. 
4. Back a vehicle from a roadway into restricted spaces on both the right and left sides of the vehicle, given a fire department vehicle, a spotter, and restricted spaces twelve feet in width, requiring 90-degree right-hand and left-hand turns from the roadway, so that the vehicle is parked within the restricted areas without having to stop and pull forward and without striking obstructions. 
5. Maneuver a vehicle around obstructions on a roadway while moving forward and in reverse, given a fire department vehicle, a spotter for backing, and a roadway with obstructions, so that the vehicle is maneuvered through the obstructions without stopping to change the direction of travel and without striking the obstructions. 
6. Turn a fire department vehicle 180 degrees within a confined space, given a fire department vehicle, a spotter for backing, and an area in which the vehicle cannot perform a U-turn without stopping and backing up, so that the vehicle is turned 180 degrees without striking obstructions within the given space. 
7. Maneuver a fire department vehicle in areas with restricted horizontal and vertical clearances, given a fire department vehicle and a course that requires the operator to move through areas of restricted horizontal and vertical clearances, so that the operator accurately judges the ability of the vehicle to pass through the openings so that no obstructions are struck. 
8. Operate all fixed systems and equipment on the vehicle, given systems and equipment, manufacturer’s specifications and instructions, and departmental policies and procedures for the systems and equipment, so that each system or piece of equipment is operated in accordance with the applicable instructions and policies. 
9. Transmit and receive messages via the fire department radio, given a fire department radio and operating procedures, so that the information is promptly relayed and is accurate, complete, and clear. 
10. Use SCBA during emergency operations, given SCBA and other personal protective equipment, so that the SCBA is properly donned and activated within one minute, the SCBA is correctly worn, controlled breathing techniques are used, emergency procedures are enacted if the SCBA fails, all low-air warnings are recognized, respiratory protection is not intentionally compromised, and hazardous areas are exited prior to air depletion. 
11. Respond on apparatus to an emergency scene, given personal protective clothing and other necessary personal protective equipment, so that the apparatus is safely mounted and dismounted, seat belts are used while the vehicle is in motion, and other personal protective equipment is correctly used. 
12. Force entry into a structure, given personal protective equipment, tools, and an assignment, so that the tools are used properly, the barrier is removed, and the opening is in a safe condition and ready for entry. 
13. Exit a hazardous area as a team, given vision obscured conditions, so that a safe haven is found before exhausting the air supply, others are not endangered, and the team integrity is maintained. 
14. Set up ground ladders, given single and extension ladders, an assignment, and team members as appropriate, so that hazards are assessed, the ladder is stable, the angle is proper for climbing, extension ladders are extended to the proper height with the fly locked, the top is placed against a reliable structural component, and the assignment is accomplished. 
15. Extinguish fires in exterior Class A materials, given fires in stacked or piled and small unattached structures or storage containers that can be fought from the exterior, attack lines, hand tools, and master stream devices, and an assignment, so that exposures are protected, the spread of fire is stopped, collapse hazards are avoided, water application is effective, the fire is extinguished, and signs of the origin area(s) and arson are preserved. 
16. Conduct a search and rescue in a structure operating as a member of a team, given an assignment, obscured vision conditions, personal protective equipment, a flashlight, forcible entry tools, hose lines, and ladders when necessary, so that ladders are correctly placed when used, all assigned areas are searched, all victims are located and removed, team integrity is maintained, and team members’ safety including respiratory protection, is not compromised. 
17. Attack an interior structure fire operating as a member of a team, given an attack line, ladders when needed, personal protective equipment, tools and an assignment, so that team integrity is maintained, the attack line is properly deployed for advancement, ladders are correctly placed when used, access is gained into the fire area, effective water application practices are used, the fire is approached safely, attack techniques facilitate suppression given the level of fire, hidden fires are located and controlled, the correct body posture is maintained, hazards are avoided or managed, and the fire is brought under control. 
18. 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 safely used, ladders are properly used, ventilation devices are properly placed, and the structure is cleared of smoke. 
19. Overhaul a fire scene, given personal protective equipment, attack line, hand tools, a flashlight, and an assignment, so that structural integrity is not compromised, all hidden fires are discovered, fire cause evidence is preserved, and the fire is extinguished. 
20. Conserve property as a member of a team, given salvage tools and equipment and an assignment, so that the building and its contents are protected from further damage. 
21. Connect a fire department pumper to a water supply as a member of a team, given supply or intake hose, hose tools, and a fire hydrant or static water source, so that connections are tight and water flow is unobstructed. 
22. Extinguish incipient Class A, Class B, and Class C fires, given a selection of portable fire extinguishers, so that the correct extinguisher is chosen, the fire is completely extinguished, and proper extinguisher-handling techniques are followed. 
23. Illuminate the emergency scene, given fire service electrical equipment and an assignment, so that designated areas are illuminated and all equipment is operated within the manufacturer’s listed safety precautions. 
24. Shut off building utilities, given tools and an assignment, so that the assignment is safely completed. 
25. Present fire safety information to station visitors or small groups, given prepared materials, so that all the information is presented, the information is accurate, and questions are answered or referred. 
26. Clean and check ladders, ventilation equipment, self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA), ropes, salvage equipment, and hand tools, given cleaning tools, cleaning supplies, and an assignment, so that equipment is clean and maintained according to manufacturer’s or departmental guidelines, maintenance is recorded, and equipment is placed in a ready state or reported otherwise. 
27. Clean, inspect, and return fire hose to service, given washing equipment, water, detergent, tools, and replacement gaskets, so that damage is noted and corrected, the hose is clean, and the equipment is placed in a ready state for service. 

• Tool Maintenance 
  • Manufacturer specifications and requirements, department policies and procedures   
  • How to use hand tools, recognize system problems, and correct any deficiency noted according to department policies and procedures 
• Record Keeping 
  • Departmental requirements for documenting maintenance performed, understanding the importance of accurate record keeping  
  • How to use tools and equipment and complete all related departmental forms 
• Driving Fire Apparatus 
  • The effects on vehicle control of liquid surge, braking time, load factors, general steering reactions, speed, and centrifugal force; applicable laws and regulations; principles of skid avoidance, night driving, shifting, and gear patterns; negotiating intersections, railroad crossings, and bridges; weight and height limitations for both roads and bridges; identification and operation of automotive gauges; and proper operation limits  
  • How to operate passenger restraint devices, maintain sage following distances, maintain control of the vehicle while accelerating, decelerating, and turning, maintain reasonable speed for road, weather, and traffic conditions, operate safely during non-emergency conditions, operate under adverse environmental or driving surface conditions, and use automotive gauges and controls 
• Driving Fire Apparatus 
  • Vehicle dimensions, turning characteristics, the effects of liquid surge, spotter signaling, and principles of safe vehicle operation  
  • How to use mirrors, judge vehicle clearance, and operate the vehicle safely 
• Driving Fire Apparatus 
  • Manufacturer specifications and operating procedures, policies, and procedures of the jurisdiction   
  • How to deploy, energize, and monitor the system or equipment and to recognize and correct system policies 
• Water Supply Operations 
  • Loading and off-loading procedures for mobile water supply apparatus; fire hydrant operation; and suitable static water supply sources, procedures and protocol for connecting to various water sources  
  • How to hand lay a supply hose, connect and place hard suction hose for drafting operations, deploy portable water tanks as well as the equipment necessary to transfer water between and draft from them, make hydrant-to-pumper hose connections for forward and reverse lays, connect supply hose to hydrant, and fully open and close the hydrant 
• Fire Streams 
  • Principles of fire streams; types, design, operation, nozzle pressure effects, and flow capabilities of nozzles; precautions to be followed when advancing hose lines to a fire; observable results that a fire stream has been properly applied; dangerous building conditions created by fire; principles of exposure protection; potential long-term consequences of exposure to products of combustion; physical states of matter in which fuels are found; common types of accidents or injuries and their causes; and the application of each size and type of attack line, the role of the backup team in fire attack situations, attack and control techniques for grade level and above and below grade levels, and exposing hidden fires  
  • Practice how to prevent water hammers when shutting down nozzles; open, close, and adjust nozzle flow and patterns; apply water using direct, indirect, and combination attacks; advance charged and uncharged 1 ½ inch diameter or larger hose lines up ladders and up and down interior and exterior stairways; extend hose lines; replace burst hose sections; operate charged hose lines of 1 ½ inch diameter or larger while secured to a ground ladder; couple and uncouple various handline connections; carry hose; attack fires at grade level and above and below grade levels; and locate and suppress interior wall and subfloor fires 
• Controlling Utilities 
  • Properties, principles, and safety concerns for electricity, gas, and water systems; utility disconnect methods and associated dangers; and use of required safety equipment, valves or switches, and assess for related hazards  
  • How to identify utility control devices and operate controls 
• Emergency Lighting 
  • Safety principles and practices, power supply capacity and limitations, and light deployment methods  
  • How to operate department power supply and lighting equipment, deploy cords and connectors, reset ground-fault interrupter (GFI) devices, and locate lights for best effects