This combined course reviews the NFPA 1002, Standard for Fire Apparatus Driver/Operator Professional Qualifications job performance requirements for aerial operators. Students will understand the responsibilities of firefighters who are assigned to drive and operate department vehicles that are equipped with aerial devices. Topics include general principles of aerial operations, safe driving techniques, positioning apparatus to maximize efficiency, apparatus maintenance, inspections and testing.

This class will cover Awareness, Operations and Technician rope rescue techniques as required to meet NFPA 1006. Students shall be physically capable of performing and demonstrating the skills required for meeting NFPA 1006.

This combined course reviews the NFPA 1002, Standard for Fire Apparatus Driver/Operator Professional Qualifications job performance requirements for both the pumper and water supply operators. Students will understand the responsibilities of firefighters who are assigned to drive and operate department vehicles that are equipped with a fire pump and carry water. Topics include general principles of pump operations, safe driving techniques, positioning apparatus to maximize efficiency, pump theory, hydraulic calculations, water relay, foam and shuttle operations, apparatus maintenance, inspections and testing.

This course is designed to provide the student with the information and skills to meet the job performance requirements of NFPA 1041 Level I Fire and Emergency Services Instructor. Students will review General Knowledge and Skills required of all instructors. Additionally, students will study class preparation of lesson plans for delivery, A/V support, practical applications and evaluation of student progress.