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North Dakota Firefighter's Association

Certification System

Fire Fighter

Certification Standard

For the following specialties:

➢ Fire Fighter I

➢ Fire Fighter II

Based on: National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 1001, Standard for fire Fighter Professional Qualifications,

2019 Standard

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16 Fire fighter Life Safety Initiatives

1. Define and advocate the need for a cultural change within the fire service relating to safety; incorporating

leadership, management, supervision, accountability, and personal responsibility.

2. Enhance the personal and organizational accountability for health and safety throughout the fire service.

3. Focus greater attention on the integration of risk management with incident management at all levels

including strategic, tactical, and planning responsibilities.

4. All fire fighters must be empowered to stop unsafe practices.

5. Develop and implement national standards for training, qualifications, and certification (including regular

recertification) that are equally applicable to all fire fighters based on the duties they are expected to

perform.

6. Develop and implement national medical and physical fitness standards that are equally applicable to all fire

fighters, based on the duties they are expected to perform.

7. Create a national research agenda and data collection system that relates to the initiatives.

8. Utilize available technology wherever it can produce higher levels of health and safety.

9. Thoroughly investigate all fire fighter fatalities, injuries, and near misses.

10. Grant programs should support the implementation of safe practices and/or mandate safe practices as an

eligibility requirement.

11. National standards for emergency response policies and procedures should be developed and championed.

12. National protocols for response to violent incidents should be developed and championed.

13. Fire fighters and their families must have access to counseling and psychological support.

14. Public education must receive more resources and be championed as a critical fire and life safety program.

15. Advocacy must be strengthened for the enforcement of codes and the installation of home fire sprinklers.

16. Safety must be a primary consideration in the design of apparatus and equipment.

The 16 initiatives address the 6 root causes of fire fighter injuries, close calls,

and Line of Duty Deaths.

1. Ineffective policies and procedures

2. Ineffective decision making

3. Lack of preparedness

4. Ineffective leadership

5. Lack of personal responsibility

6. Extraordinary and unpredictable circumstances

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NDFA Firefighter’s Certification Committee

The NDFA Certification Committee is a 10-member committee which consists of nine members from the North

Dakota fire Service. The Committee members function as liaison between the fire service and the North Dakota

Firefighter’s Association Executive Board. Members of the committee are:

➢ NDFA 1st Vice President

➢ State Fire Marshal

➢ (1) A member from the North Dakota Fire Chief’s Association

o Will serve a two-year term

➢ (1) A member from the North Dakota Fire Prevention Association

o Will serve a two-year term

➢ (1) A member from the North Dakota Instructor Society

o Will serve a two-year term,

➢ (4) Four NDFA members at large

o one member elected from each of the four training regions: NW, SW, NE, and SE (their terms will

mirror the Trustee from their region)

➢ The NDFA Training Director

o Represents as a non-voting member of the committee

o Will serve as a compliance officer

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Table of Contents

16 Firefighter Life Safety Initiatives……………………………………………………………. 2

NDFA Fighters Certification Committee.……………………………………………………… 3

Introduction…………………………….…………………………………………………. …….. 6

Certification Requirements………………….…………………………………………………. 7

Entrance Requirements

Physical Fitness Requirements

Emergency Medical Care Requirements (Fire Fighter I only)

Department Training……………….…………………………………………………………… 8

Written Objectives

Manipulative Objectives

Department Training Officers

Department Training Records

Department In-House Comprehensive Examination

Certification Examinations……………….……………………………………………………... 10

Written Examinations

Manipulative Skills “Spot” Examination

Prerequisites for Certification

Fire Fighter I Manipulative Skill Sheets.……………………………………………………….. 13

Personal Protective Clothing: Don, Use, and Doff – NFPA 4.1.2, 4.2.4, 4.3.1

Hoist Tools and Equipment – NFPA 4.3.20

Initiate Response to an Emergency – NFPA 4.2.1, 4.2.2

Transmit and Receive Radio Messages – NFPA 4.2.3

Respond on Apparatus – NFPA 4.3.2

Establish and Operate in Work Areas at Emergency Scenes – NFPA 4.3.3

Force Entry into Structure – NFPA 4.3.4

Exit a Hazardous Area – NFPA 4.3.5

Set Up, Mount, Ascend, Dismount, and Descend Ground Ladders – NFPA 4.3.6

Search and Rescue – NFPA 4.3.9

Overhaul a Fire Scene – NFPA 4.3.13

Operate an Air Monitoring Instrument – NFPA 4.3.21

Conserve Property – NFPA 4.3.14

Connect a Fire Department Pumper – NFPA 4.3.15

Extinguish Incipient Class A; Class B; Class C Fire with Portable Fire Extinguishers – NFPA 4.3.16

Establish Scene Lighting – NFPA 4.3.17

Turn Off Building Utilities – NFPA 4.3.18

Clean and Check Equipment – NFPA 4.5.1

Clean, Inspect, and Return Fire Hose to Service – NFPA 4.5.2

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Table of Contents (continued)

Fire Fighter I Fireground Evolutions.………………………………………………………...... 49

Attack a Passenger Vehicle Fire – NFPA 4.3.7

Extinguish Fires in Exterior Class “A” Materials – NFPA 4.3.8

Attack an Interior Structure Fire – NFPA 4.3.10

Perform Ventilation – NFPA 4.3.12

Combat a Ground Cover Fire – NFPA 4.3.19

Fire Fighter II Manipulative Skill Sheets.……………………………………………………… 56

Utilize an Incident Management System – NFPA 5.1.2

Complete a Basic Incident Report – NFPA 5.2.1

Communicate the Need for Assistance – NFPA 5.2.2

Extinguish an Ignitable Liquid Fire – NFPA 5.3.1

Coordinate an Interior Attack – NFPA 5.3.2

Control a Flammable Gas Cylinder Fire – NFPA 5.3.3

Protect Evidence of Fire Cause and Origin – NFPA 5.3.4

Vehicle Extrication – NFPA 5.4.1

Assist Rescue Operation Teams – NFPA 5.4.2

Perform a Fire Safety Survey in a Private Dwelling – NFPA 5.5.1

Present Fire Safety Information to Station Visitors or Small Groups – NFPA 5.5.2

Prepare Pre-Incident Survey – NFPA 5.5.3

Maintain Power Plants, Power Tools, and Lighting Equipment – NFPA 5.5.4

Perform Annual Service Test on Fire Hose – NFPA 5.5.5

Appendix A – Training Records.………………………………………………………………... 71

Fire Fighter I – In-House Training Records

Fire Fighter II – In-House Training Records

Appendix B – Examination Request Form .…………………………………………………….. 79

Appendix C – Candidate Acknowledgement Forms.…………………………………………... 81

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Introduction

The world we live in is changing so fast, and the many phases of the fire service are becoming so technical and

complex that fire service training must be utilized to its maximum potential. Any overlap, fragmentation, and lack

of basic structure must be eliminated. Standardization is the natural complement and necessity.

The fire service in North Dakota, through a state certification program, can meet the needs of future growth and

establish uniformity through certification. We will then have more effective and efficient utilization of resources to

provide the best possible fire protection service for all the citizens throughout the state of North Dakota.

The following certification requirements are based on the objectives listed in the National Fire Protection

Association (NFPA) 1001 Standard for Fire Fighter Professional Qualifications, as verified and adopted by the

NDFA Firefighters Certification Committee.

Through these national standards and certification, fire fighters and fire departments have a tool to measure specific

levels of skills, abilities, and knowledge. The NDFA Firefighters Certification Committee believe by participating

in this certification program, fire fighters and fire departments will be better prepared to provide quality life safety

and fire protection for their communities.

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Certification Requirements

Entrance Requirements:

To certify within the NDFA Fire Fighter I and/or II program, departments and/or fire fighters must fulfill the

following requirements:

1. Complete the department entrance requirements

2. Set up and maintain department records

3. Train on the required written and practical objectives

4. Pass a department “In-House” comprehensive examination

5. Meet any other training requirements/prerequisites as defined by the NDFA

6. Pass both the written and practical skills examination administered by the NDFA

7. Request certification of level desired

The NDFA acknowledges the importance of and need for entrance requirements as listed in the NFPA 1001,

Standard on Fire Fighter Professional Qualifications. Many agencies and departments have existing policies,

regulations, etc. already in place regarding these requirements. The handling of entrance requirements is a local

matter outside the authority and jurisdiction of the NDFA. The NDFA will not check, test, evaluate, or determine

how individual agencies meet these requirements. Some departments have found it necessary to waive any type of

entrance requirements due to their own special needs. As a local decision, this is permitted. However, due to the

amount of physical, mental, and emotional stress inherent in this profession, the NDFA strongly recommends

careful evaluation before altering or doing away with any existing entrance requirements.

Physical Fitness Requirements:

The requirements listed in NFPA 1001, chapter 1.3.11 are:

1. Meet the minimum educational requirements established by the authority having jurisdiction

2. Meet the medical requirements of NFPA 1582, Standard on Comprehensive Occupational Medical Program

for Fire Departments.

3. Physical fitness requirements for entry-level personnel shall be developed and validated by the authority

having jurisdiction. Physical fitness requirements shall follow applicable Equal Employment Opportunity

regulations and other legal requirements.

Emergency Medical Care Requirements:

The following additional training requirements must be met before certification at the Fire Fighter I level will be

awarded by the NDFA.

1. Emergency Medical Care – Candidates for state certification at the Fire Fighter I level must hold a current

CPR certification and have received training in first aid. First aid training should include infection control,

bleeding control, and shock management.

a. This training may be obtained through any organization that trains medical responders for CPR and

first aid. A qualified instructor should teach these courses. Copies of the CPR cards (both sides)

must be documented in the participant’s training record.

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Department Training

The position of a fire fighter requires a high level of skill and knowledge. The training given to and received by fire

fighter candidates should be of the highest quality and degree. All training received must meet the requirements of

NFPA 1001, 2019 Edition, Chapter 4 and 5 along with the skills as approved by the NDFA contained within the

North Dakota Standard. All training received must be documented and recorded on a training record (refer to

Appendix A). All testing of this standard will be conducted following the policies and procedures of the NDFA.

Training for Fire Fighter I and Fire Fighter II is conducted at the department level. Training could also be received

through a joint training agreement between departments on a regional level. Regardless of where the training is

received, it must prepare the candidate to be a competent and effective fire fighter.

NFPA 1001, 2019 Edition, 1.2.6: Fire Fighter I and Fire Fighter II level individuals shall remain current with the

general knowledge, skills, and JPRs addressed for each level or position of qualification.

The course material should be referenced to the following textbook to prepare the candidate to successfully pass the

state certification examination.

Written Objective:

The written objectives for Fire Fighter I and Fire Fighter II are covered in the following text:

• Jones and Bartlett – Fundamentals of Fire Fighter Skills – 4th Edition

This textbook is available from various fire service bookstores. A current list of textbook sources is available by

calling the NDFA at (701) 222-2799.

There are numerous methods departments have used to help prepare their personnel for the written examination.

Considering the high level of skill and knowledge required, the NDFA recommends the candidate participates in a

comprehensive class and receive instruction on both manipulative and written requirements.

Manipulative Objectives:

Each candidate must be trained and evaluated in the performance of all manipulative skills and fire ground

evolutions for the level they will be testing. Each of the manipulative skills and evolution objectives shall be

completed swiftly, safely and with competence as defined below:

• Swiftly – Each manipulative skill objective must be completed within the allotted time.

• Safely – Each manipulative skill objective must be completed safely. Actions that could injure individual or

damage equipment are unacceptable. Equipment should be checked prior to skill testing or training to see

that it is safe and functional.

• Competence – Each manipulative skill objective is performed in accordance with the North Dakota

Standard. This includes performing the proper steps in sequence. Competence will be measured in

accordance with the NDFA manipulative skill objectives.

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Department Training (continued)

Department Training Officers:

For departments to enroll in the certification process, it is necessary for the department to assign training officers. It

is recommended the department assign at least two personnel as training officers to coordinate and provide

certification training.

Department training officers should be state certified at the level they are teaching. In addition, the NDFA strongly

recommends training officers be state certified at the Instructor I level.

Department training officers will be responsible for certification training. Their primary responsibility will be to

teach and evaluate department personnel on the manipulative skill and evolution requirements for each level of

certification training with an “In-House” test.

Departments who do not have certified personnel to act as training officers for certification training should contact

the NDFA Training Director at (701) 222-2799 for assistance in setting up and monitoring certification training.

Department Training Records:

Each candidate shall have a training record on file with the department that indicates whether he/she has trained on

all manipulative skill objectives. This record shall be signed off or initialed by a department training officer.

Training records must indicate the date, instructor, and total number of hours trained for each manipulative skill

objective. Departments must use the one provided in Appendix A.

Department Comprehensive Examination:

At the completion of the department’s manipulative skills training, the department is required to hold an “In-House”

comprehensive examination for the level being trained. This is a comprehensive test conducted by the department

training officers or course instructors. This test is to ensure that skill mastery has been obtained from the beginning

to the end of the training process, and to prepare participants for the state examination. Training officers may

utilize other personnel to assist in administering the exam. However, all personnel assisting with the testing should

be certified at the level they are testing.

In-House testers shall follow the Manipulative Skill sheets to provide for uniformity and fairness during the

practical exam. It is recommended that candidates be given two attempts at any skill. No training, teaching, or

coaching is allowed during this state test. If candidates fail on the second try, they have failed the evaluation and are

required to go through additional training by the department trainer. After the evaluation, using the test to teach and

train is recommended.

If manipulative skill weaknesses are evident, the department shall conduct additional training and hold a new

department “In-House” comprehensive examination. Candidates that successfully pass the department’s skill and

fire ground evolution tests will be allowed to participate in the state certification exam. Department training records

must show all candidates have successfully passed the “In-House” examination.

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Certification Examinations

After completion of the training process, the fire chief (or head of department) may request a written examination

and manipulative test for certification using the “Examination Request” form in Appendix B. A testing fee may be

charged at the time of certification. A separate application must be sent to the NDFA for each attempt.

Examination Request forms must reach the NDFA no later than 30 days prior to the examination date. The entire

examination process must be completed within one year of the first written exam attempt.

Certification Prerequisites:

When all requirements for certification have been met, candidates are eligible to be certified. The fire chief/head of

department may apply to the NDFA for certification for those candidates who have successfully completed the

certification training/testing process. Request for state certification will be submitted to the NDFA using the

“Request for Certification” form provided in Appendix B. The names are then checked against the official state

records to ensure each individual listed has met all requirements.

Those candidates who have met the requirements are issued a certificate and patch. These are sent to the fire

chief/head of department for disbursement.

Prerequisites for Fire Fighter I Pro Board (NPQS) Certification:

o General Knowledge Requirements of NFPA 1001, section 4.1.1

▪ Organization of the fire department

▪ Role of the Fire Fighter I in the organization

▪ Mission of the Fire Service

▪ Fire department’s standard operating procedures (SOPs) and rules and regulations as they

apply to the Fire Fighter I

▪ Value of fire and life safety initiatives in support of the fire department mission and to reduce

fire fighter line-of-duty injuries and fatalities

▪ Role of other agencies as they relate to the fire department

▪ Aspects of the fire department’s member assistance program

▪ Importance of physical fitness and a healthy lifestyle to the performance of the duties of a fire

fighter

▪ Critical aspects of NFPA 1500, Standard on Fire Department Occupational Safety and

Health Programs

*These requirements can be fulfilled by attending the, Courage to Be Safe class offered

by the NDFA.

o ICS 100

o ICS 200

o NIMS 700

o Emergency Medical Care

▪ CPR certified

▪ Documented basic first aid training

o Hazardous Materials Operations Pro Board (NPQS) Certification

▪ Candidates must successfully pass a written and manipulative “Spot Check” exam conducted

by a Certification Tester.

▪ A written exam for Hazardous Materials Awareness (HMA) is a prerequisite for HMO.

▪ Refer to the NDFA Hazardous Materials Standard for further information.

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Certification Examinations (continued)

o Structural-Based Live Fire Training

▪ Extinguishment of live fire assessed in an environment in compliance with 1403. This

includes all physical tasks of associated JPRs such as stretching hose, advancing to the seat of

the fire, operating the nozzle properly, and wearing the appropriate PPE.

Prerequisites for Fire Fighter II Pro Board (NPQS) Certification:

o Fire Fighter I Pro Board (NPQS) certification

▪ Legacy Fire Fighter I will be accepted as meeting the required prerequisite

▪ Any other Fire Fighter I certification must be preapproved by the NDFA

o Auto Extrication

▪ Current auto extrication certification

Written Examination:

The written examination is a randomly generated 100-question test covering the written objectives for each level

(Fire Fighter I and Fire Fighter II) of the standard; each having their own, respective tests. Both tests are multiple-

choice. A minimum score of 70% is required to pass. Candidates failing the first attempt of the written exam are

permitted to retest up to three times. After the third failed attempt, the candidate cannot test any earlier than three

months/90 days from the date of the third attempt. Each subsequent exam attempts past four will be spaced out for

a span of three months/90 days. A testing fee of $20.00 per retest attempt will be charged.

SAMPLE WRITTEN EXAMINATION QUESTIONS:

The transfer of heat by the movement of air or liquid would be considered?

a. Conduction c. Convection

b. Radiation d. Direct-flame contact

What is a good, two-fire fighter method for breaking a tight coupling without a spanner wrench?

a. Stiff-arm c. Knee-press

b. Foot-tilt d. Coupling tilt

Manipulative Skills Examination:

The manipulative skills examination is split into two steps. The first step is a department records check conducted

by the candidate’s department. The second step is a manipulative skill “Spot Check” examination conducted by

certification testers appointed by the NDFA. Training records are required to be completed and turned in order to

test the manipulative skills. Training records can be sent in to the NDFA Office prior to testing or brought to the

test site. If training records are inadequate or absent, corrective action must be taken before proceeding to the next

step. The training records must meet minimum requirements and are checked for the following:

1. Candidate has been trained in each manipulative skill for the level being evaluated

2. A department training officer has signed off each manipulative skill.

3. The total number of hours trained on each manipulative skill listed.

4. Each participant has passed a department “In-House” comprehensive examination

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Certification Examinations (continued)

The manipulative skills and fire ground evolutions “Spot Check” examination is graded on a 100% pass/fail basis.

The test is graded in the following three areas:

• Swiftly – Each manipulative skill objective must be completed within the allotted time.

• Safely – Each manipulative skill objective must be completed safely. Actions that could injure individual or

damage equipment are unacceptable. Equipment should be checked prior to skill testing or training to see

that it is safe and functional.

• Competence – Each manipulative skill objective is performed in accordance with the North Dakota

Standard. This includes performing the proper steps in sequence. Competence will be measured in

accordance with the NDFA manipulative skill objectives.

Candidates are “Spot Checked” on the manipulative skills/fire ground evolution of the level they are certifying in.

No prior notification of the skills being tested will be given. No training, teaching, or coaching is allowed during

this state test. The number of skills tested per level are as listed:

• Fire Fighter I certification - Five (5) individual manipulative skills and one (1) Fire Ground Evolution

• Fire Fighter II certification – Six (6) individual manipulative skill

Each individual skill has a skill sheet assigned that list the required competencies. These skills sheets identify how

many competencies must be successfully completed to pass the skill station. It is highly recommended that

candidates train using these skill sheets as the certification testers will evaluate test performance based off these

competencies.

Individual Skills: Candidates will be given two attempts, if necessary, to perform each skill assigned at a specific

test site. If a candidate fails a skill on the second attempt, they have failed the skills portion of the examination for

that specific skill. The candidate will need to coordinate with the NDFA Office to schedule a later date to retest the

failed skill and any other skills failed if any.

Candidates will be permitted to retest a failed skill attempt up to three times with a testing fee of $20.00 per retest.

When retesting a failed skill, candidates will test the failed skill plus one additional skill from the section of the

standard they failed. Candidates who have failed the third attempt of the manipulative skills examination have failed

the certification process and must wait 30 days from the date of the failed third attempt.

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FIRE FIGHTER I

MANIPULATIVE SKILL SHEETS

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Fire Fighter I Skills Assessment

Skill Sheet #1

PERSONAL PROTECTIVE CLOTHING: DON, USE, AND DOFF

JPR: NFPA 1001 – 2019 Edition, Sections 4.1.2, 4.2.4, and 4.3.1

Reference: IFSTA, Essentials of Fire Fighting©, 7th edition, 2018

Skill Sheets: 5-1 thru 5-4, 5-8, 10-1, 10-7

Jones and Bartlett, Fundamentals of Fire Fighter Skills and Hazardous

Materials Response©, 4th Edition, 2019

Skill Drills: 3-1 thru 3-12, 18-1

Candidate Equipment Required: Full personal protective clothing and SCBA

Evaluator Equipment Required: Stopwatch

Read to Candidate: There are three parts to this skill event. Each part will be evaluated.

In Part I you will be required to don personal protective clothing and Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA) within two (2) minutes

and 30 seconds. The method and exact sequence of donning the personal protective clothing and SCBA is not graded. When you have

completed all donning procedures, raise your hands and I will stop your time. When completed, your SCBA and protective clothing must

be appropriate for entry into a hazardous environment. Once you have raised your hands indicating you are done, do not touch your

protective ensemble or SCBA until I have checked it. You will start this event wearing your event uniform and shoes.

In Part II you will be required to demonstrate use of self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) and recognize a SCBA emergency. You

will be directed to enter a restricted passage where you will maneuver through while using the SCBA. Prior to entering the area, you

must ensure all protective equipment and SCBA are properly donned and operational, including adequate air supply. You will enter the

area as part of a team. While in the restricted passage, you must control your breathing and complete emergency procedures in the event

of SCBA failure or air depletion. I will inform you if there is an emergency and what that emergency consists of.

In Part III you will be required to demonstrate doffing PPE, SCBA, replacing the SCBA air cylinder, and preparing the SCBA for reuse.

Doffing PPE may be accomplished at the end of the manipulative test.

Part I of this skill station is a timed event. To pass this station, you must successfully complete 100% of the critical steps (steps in

BOLD). You must complete the donning portion within the allotted time. Parts II & III are not timed.

P-Pass / F-Fail: PART I – Donning PPE/SCBA 1st Attempt 2nd Attempt

1. Dons boots, turnout pants, and suspenders. (Ensure: All fasteners are secured)

2. Dons protective hood. (Ensure: Hood is around neck and under coat)

3. Dons turnout coat. (Ensure: All fasteners [including collar] are secured)

4. Fully opens cylinder valve and checks gauges.

5. Places SCBA on back; fastens and tightens all straps. (Ensure: All fasteners are fastened and straps are tight.

Airline must not be caught under chinstrap or a back-pack harness assembly strap) 6. Dons and checks facepiece for seal.

7. Pulls hood over facepiece straps. (Ensure: No skin is exposed around facepiece)

8. Dons helmet. (Ensure: Chin strap is secured)

9. Dons gloves.

10. Mounts regulator correctly to facepiece.

11. Dons PPE and SCBA within two (2) minutes thirty (30) seconds.

1st Attempt 2nd Attempt

End Time: ____________ ______________

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P-Pass / F-Fail: PART II – Use of SCBA/Recognition of SCBA Emergency


1. Prepares to enter area requiring SCBA use; checks air supply and regulator properly connected.

(Ensure: Adequate air supply and regulator properly connected)

2. Controls breathing by taking normal breaths while using SCBA in restricted

passage.

3. Recognizes SCBA emergency due to SCBA regulator failure or air depletion.

4. Notifies team members of emergency.

5. Checks regulator pressure gauge reading.

6. Checks to ensure that cylinder valve is fully open.

7. Opens purge (bypass) valve slowly, takes a breath, and closes valve.

8. Always keeps facepiece on.

9. Calls Mayday.

10. Activates PASS device.

11. Exits hazardous area immediately with team members.

12. Notifies Command upon exiting the hazardous area.

13. Doffs SCBA and removed from service.

P-Pass / F-Fail: PART III – Doffing PPE, SCBA, Cylinder Replacement, and Returning SCBA to Service


1. Removes and maintains control of SCBA.

2. Closes cylinder valve.

3. Bleeds air from system.

4. Replaces SCBA air cylinder.

5. Checks for damage and the need for cleaning (NOTE: this demonstration does not require

actual cleaning, only check for need)

6. Returns SCBA to ready state.

7. Doffs gloves, boots, turnout coat and pants, suspenders, protective hood and prepare for reuse.

Candidate’s Name: Station: P F P F 1st Attempt 2nd Attempt

Evaluator’s Signature:

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Skill Sheet #2

HOIST TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT

JPR: NFPA 1001 – 2019 Edition, Section 4.3.20


Skill Sheets: 7-2 thru 7-13



Skill Drills: 9-5 thru 9-21

Candidate Equipment Required: Full personal protective clothing

Evaluator Equipment Required: Utility rope (½ inch diameter), 100 feet of 1½” hose with nozzle, pick-head or flat-head axe, pike

pole, roof ladder, and chain or vent saw

Read to Candidate: For this skill event you will be required to prepare tools and equipment to be hoisted to the roof of a building. I will select two tools or

other fire service items for you to hoist. You may use any fire service knot you want to hoist the items as long as your choice is appropriate

for the tool or equipment to be hoisted. If two ropes are used for hoisting (one to hoist and one for a tag line), you must use a safety knot

on both ropes. You do not need a safety knot if you tie the knot in the middle of the rope (for simultaneous hoisting and a tag line). After

you have prepared and hoisted the two selected items, I will ask you to tie one additional knot not used for hoisting. You must tie all knots

while wearing structural firefighting gloves.

This is not a timed event; however, you should complete this event within a reasonable fireground time. To pass this station, you must

successfully complete 100% of the critical steps (steps in BOLD).

P-Pass / F-Fail:


Hoist TWO of the following:

____ ____ 1. Hoists an axe. (Ensure: Head is down)

____ ____ 2. Hoists a pike pole. (Ensure: Pike is up)

____ ____ 3. Hoists a roof ladder. (Ensure: Roof hooks are up)

____ ____ 4. Hoists an uncharged hose line. (Ensure: Line is folded over 2’-5’)

____ ____ 5. Hoists a charged hose line. (Ensure: Rope is through nozzle bail so that is cannot open accidentally

hoisting)

____ ____ 6. Hoists a vent saw. (Ensure: Saw is securely held)

Tie ONE of the following knots not previously demonstrated:

____ ____ 7. Connects two ropes of unequal diameter to make a single, longer line. (Ensure: Becket/Sheet Bend

is used with a safety knot on each rope)

____ ____ 8. Bowline. (Ensure: There is a safety knot)

____ ____ 9. Clove hitch. (Ensure: There is a safety knot)

____ ____ 10. Figure-8-on-a-bight. (Ensure: There is a safety knot)



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Skill Sheet #3

INITIATE RESPONSE TO AN EMERGECY

JPR: NFPA 1001 – 2019 Edition, Sections 4.2.1 and 4.2.2


Skill Sheets: 2-1



Skill Drills: 4-1

Candidate Equipment Required: Station uniform clothing

Evaluator Equipment Required: Telephone, notepad, and pen/pencil

Read to Candidate: For this skill event you will receive a call from a citizen to report an emergency. You MUST relay the information to the communications

center so an emergency response can be initiated. You will be required to record the information appropriately, operate the communications

equipment, and relay the information in an appropriate manner. I will serve as the citizen and the telecommunicator for the assessment.

To pass this station, you must successfully complete 100% of the critical steps (steps in BOLD).

P-Pass / F-Fail:


Telephone Report: ____ ____ 1. Answers fire department telephone. (Identifies: Fire department name and their name)

____ ____ 2. Records type of incident being reported.

____ ____ 3. Records address of incident.

____ ____ 4. Requests caller’s name. and telephone number.

____ ____ 5. Requests caller’s number.

____ ____ 6. Relays information to communications center (dispatch agency).

____ ____ 7. Provides communications center (dispatch agency) with accurate data.



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Skill Sheet #4

TRANSMIT AND RECEIVE RADIO MESSAGES

JPR: NFPA 1001 – 2019 Edition, 4.2.3


Skill Sheets: 2-2



Skill Drills: 4-3


Evaluator Equipment Required: Fire department radio

Read to Candidate: For this skill event, you will be required to receive and transmit OR transmit and receive a message via fire department radio. You will

be required to discriminate between routine and emergency traffic and act appropriately. I will serve as the receiver/transmitter for the

skill.

To pass this station, you must successfully complete 100% of the critical steps (steps in BOLD).

P-Pass / F-Fail:


____ ____ 1. Receive/Transmit OR Transmit/Receive message via FD radio. (Followed/Used: IMS communications model)

____ ____ 2. Holds radio/microphone correctly and speaks clearly, calmly, and distinctly.

____ ____ 3. Correctly operates equipment (e.g., channel selector, volume knob, squelch, etc.).

____ ____ 4. Discriminates between routine and emergency traffic.



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Skill Sheet #5

RESPOND ON APPARATUS



Skill Sheets: 1-1



Skill Drills: 2-1, 2-2


Evaluator Equipment Required: Apparatus

Read to Candidate: For this skill event, you will be required to simulate an emergency response as a member of the apparatus’ crew. You are required to

safely mount the apparatus, assume a seated position in the cab, and prepare to depart. When you are completely prepared to depart on

the simulated emergency run, tell me so that I may check you. Once I have completed checking you, I will direct you to dismount the

apparatus as part of the skill assessment. You will dismount as if you had arrived on-scene.

This is not a timed event; however, you should complete this event within a time considered reasonable for fireground operations. To

pass this station, you must successfully complete 100% of the critical steps (steps in BOLD).

P-Pass / F-Fail:


____ ____ 1. Safely mounts apparatus using available handholds and steps.

____ ____ 2. Assumes seated position and fastens seatbelt.

____ ____ 3. Dons intercom headset or hearing protection (if provided).

____ ____ 4. Checks for oncoming traffic before dismounting.

____ ____ 5. Safely dismounts apparatus using available handholds and steps.



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Skill Sheet #6

ESTABLISH AND OPERATE IN WORK AREAS AT EMERGENCY SCENES



Skill Sheets: 1-4



Skill Drills: None included; refer to pgs 51 and 52


Evaluator Equipment Required: Apparatus, traffic cones, and reflective traffic vest

Read to Candidate: For this skill event, you will be required to respond on this apparatus as a member of its crew to the simulated scene of a motor vehicle

accident. Upon arrival, you will dismount the apparatus, verbally identify traffic hazards, set out traffic control devices to establish a safe

work area in which to conduct vehicle extrication operations, and then prepare to participate in those operations. I will act in the role of

your company officer.

This is not a timed event, however; you should complete this event within a reasonable fireground time. To pass this station, you must

successfully complete 100% of the critical steps (steps in BOLD) and a half of the non-critical steps (steps in ITALICS).

P-Pass / F-Fail:


____ ____ 1. Confirms order to operate in work area.

____ ____ 2. Uses personal protective clothing. (Check to Ensure: All personal protective clothing is worn properly)

____ ____ 3. Dons reflective traffic vest.

____ ____ 4. Checks for on-coming traffic and then safely dismounts apparatus.

____ ____ 5. Verbally identifies traffic hazards.

____ ____ 6. Deploys traffic/scene control devices appropriately.

____ ____ 7. Operates within the defined work area as ordered.

____ ____ 8. Reports completion of assignment to company officer.



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Skill Sheet #7A

FORCE ENTRY INTO STRUCTURE – DOOR






Skill Drills: 10-1, 10-4, 10-8 thru 10-10

Candidate Equipment Required: Full personal protective clothing (including safety glasses or goggles)

Evaluator Equipment Required: Door prop, rotary saw, chain saw, axe, pike pole, halligan bar, through-the-lock tools,

and bolt cutters

Read to Candidate: For this skill event, you will be required to force entry into a building through a door. I will give you your specific assignment. The skill

event assessment will begin after being given the assignment. There are two parts to this skill event.

In Part I, you must select appropriate tools for the assignment and transport them safely to the door to be forced.

In Part II, you must observe all safety precautions for forcing entry through a door and demonstrate proper use of tools when forcing

entry through the door. When you indicate you have finished, the opening must be ready for entry. Do not skip steps or assume anything.

Verbalize as you perform this skill assessment.

IF REQUIRED TO SIMULATE FORCIBLE ENTRY, READ THE FOLLOWING: To prevent actual property damage to the building, you

will simulate the skill. Make certain to state verbally out loud each step as you simulate the actions (including applicable safety

precautions), indicate proper use of tools, and when the opening is in safe condition and ready for entry.

This is not a timed event; however, you should complete this station within a reasonable fireground time. To pass this station, you must

successfully complete 100% of the critical steps (steps in BOLD) and half of the non-critical steps (steps in ITALICS) in both Part I and

Part II.

P-Pass / F-Fail: PART I – Skill Demonstration 1st Attempt 2nd Attempt

Select and Transport Tools

1. Confirms order to force entry through door.

2. Properly wears personal protective ensemble to include eye protection.

3. Selects appropriate tool(s) to force door.

4. Properly transports tool(s) to door to be forced.

P-Pass / F-Fail: PART II – Skill Demonstration

1st Attempt 2nd Attempt Force Entry: Door

5. Checks if door was unlocked.

6. Correctly uses tool(s) to force door.

7. Secures door in open position.

8. Observes all applicable safety precautions.



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Skill Sheet #7B

FORCE ENTRY INTO STRUCTURE – WINDOW



Skill Sheets: 9-5, 9-6





Evaluator Equipment Required: Window prop, rotary saw, chain saw, axe, pike pole, and halligan bar

Read to Candidate: For this skill event, you will be required to force entry into a building through a window. I will give you your specific assignment. The

skill event assessment will begin after being given the assignment. There are two parts to this skill event.

In Part I, you must select appropriate tools for the assignment and transport them safely to the window to be forced.

In Part II, you must observe all safety precautions for forcing entry through a window and demonstrate proper use of tools when forcing

entry through the window. When you indicate you have finished, the opening must be ready for entry. Do not skip steps or assume

anything. Verbalize as you perform this skill assessment.






Part II.



1. Confirms order to force entry through window.


3. Selects appropriate tool(s) to force window.

4. Properly transports tool(s) to window to be forced.


1st Attempt 2nd Attempt Force Entry: Window

5. Checks if window was unlocked.

6. Correctly uses tool(s) to force window or remove glass.

7. If opened, secures windowpane in open position.




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Skill Sheet #7C

FORCE ENTRY INTO STRUCTURE – WALL

JPR: NFPA 1001 – 2019 Edition, 4.3.4







Evaluator Equipment Required: Wall prop, rotary saw, chain saw, axe, pike pole, halligan bar, sledgehammer, and TNT tool

Read to Candidate: For this skill event, you will be required to force entry into a building through a wall. I will give you your specific assignment. The

skill event assessment will begin after being given the assignment. There are two parts to this skill event.

In Part I, you must select appropriate tools for the assignment and transport them safely to the wall to be forced.

In Part II, you must observe all safety precautions for forcing entry through a wall and demonstrate proper use of tools when forcing

entry through the wall. When you indicate you have finished, the opening must be ready for entry. Do not skip steps or assume anything.

Verbalize as you perform this skill assessment.






Part II.



1. Confirms order to force entry through wall.


3. Selects appropriate tool(s) to force wall.

4. Properly transports tool(s) to wall to be forced.


1st Attempt 2nd Attempt Force Entry: Wall

5. Identify call support members and successfully breaches wall.

6. Correctly uses tool(s) to breach wall without compromising structural integrity.




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Skill Sheet #8

EXIT A HAZARDOUS AREA



Skill Sheets: 10-8





Evaluator Equipment Required: Vision obscured conditions, charged hose line, and portable radio

Read to Candidate: For this skill event, you will be required to operate in a hazardous area where vision-obscured conditions exist. Prior to entering the vision-

obscured conditions, you must verbalize your evaluation of the hazards and identify any potential safe havens. After you enter the vision-

obscured conditions, you must locate and follow a guideline (hose line or wall) to the designated safe haven or outside the building. If a

hose line is located, the team must determine the direction to the exit. You must conserve your air supply. If you deplete your air supply

prior to exiting the hazardous area, you will fail this skill event. If you become separated both physically and verbally from your partner

(your fault/your partners fault) in the hazardous area, you will fail this event. If the team becomes lost in the vision-obscured conditions,

you will fail this skill event. I will assume you are lost if you are following the hose line in the wrong direction.

This is not a timed event; however, it must be completed on a single tank of air. To pass this station, you must successfully complete 100%

of the critical steps (steps in BOLD) and at least half of the non-critical steps (steps in ITALICS).

P-Pass / F-Fail:


____ ____ 1. Confirms order to operate in hazardous area where vision-obscured conditions exist.

____ ____ 2. Evaluates area for hazards and identifies a safe haven.

____ ____ 3. Enters and operates as part of a team in a vision-obscured area.

____ ____ 4. Maintains team integrity throughout the operation.

____ ____ 5. Locates team and follows a guideline or wall to the exit. (Team DID NOT get lost)

____ ____ 6. Conserves air supply. (Candidate DID NOT deplete air supply prior to exiting hazardous area)

____ ____ 7. Notifies Command upon exiting the hazardous area.



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Skill Sheet #9

SET UP, MOUNT, ASCEND, DISMOUNT, DESCEND GROUND LADDERS








Evaluator Equipment Required: Roof ladder, 24’ extension ladder, and/or 35’ extension ladder

Read to Candidate: For this skill event, you will operate individually OR as a member of a team demonstrating the ability to carry, place, and raise ladder(s).

You must also judge correct angle for climbing, judge extension ladder height requirements, and mount/dismount the ladder based upon

the assignment I give you. You will be required to assess overhead hazards, strength of structural support components, and any other

existing hazards. You must verbalize conscious decisions, such as assessment of hazards, you are making so I know your actions are not

coincidental. The skill event assessment will begin after I give you the assignment.

You will carry the ladder from the start point to a location appropriate to perform the operation required. You are required to observe all

safety precautions when moving the ladder. You must use a fire service accepted ladder carry technique. You must use a fire service

accepted method of raising the ladder to a position appropriate for the given assignment. You must use proper climbing technique and

be properly secured to the ladder when required. You MUST advise me when the ladder is in position. After I assess placement, I will

direct you to perform the operation for which the ladder was placed. After you perform the operation, return the ladder to its original

start point. This skill event will be concluded when the ladder has been returned to its original start point.


successfully complete 100% of the critical steps (steps in BOLD) and half of the non-critical steps (steps in ITALICS).

P-Pass / F-Fail:


Carry, Raise, and Placement ____ ____ 1. Confirms order to ladder structure.

____ ____ 2. Selects appropriate length ladder for assignment.

____ ____ 3. Carries the ladder correctly.

____ ____ 4. Checks for hazards and overhead wires.

____ ____ 5. Confirms that wall/roof will support the ladder.

____ ____ 6. Raises ladder to vertical position safely.

____ ____ 7. Extends ladder to proper height for assigned scenario. (Extension ladder only)

____ ____ 8. Confirms all ladder fly locks were locked & tied off halyard. (Extension ladder only)

____ ____ 9. Set ladder up safely to avoid obvious hazards, is stable, at correct climbing angle, tip location appropriate

for assigned operation.

____ ____ 10. Ascends, dismounts, mounts, and descends ladder properly based off assigned task.

____ ____ 11. Uses proper climbing technique and secures self to ladder properly.



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Skill Sheet #10

SEARCH AND RESCUE – FIRE FIGHTER WITH FUNCTIONING SCBA



Skill Sheets: 10-3



Skill Drills: 12-1 thru 12-19, 18-7 thru 18-9

Candidate Equipment Required: Full personal protective clothing, SCBA, and PASS alarm

Evaluator Equipment Required: Fire fighter with functioning SCBA, search line or hose, and vision-obscured area

Read to Candidate: For this skill event, you will be required to demonstrate skills for conducting a search and rescue within a structure in a vision-obscured

environment. In this scenario, the victim is a fire fighter. You will need to determine if the victim’s SCBA is functioning or not functioning.

You will then need to take action to rescue the victim accordingly.

You will operate as a member of a team and conduct a primary search. You will select a search pattern. You must maintain your chosen

search pattern throughout the search. You must search until the victim is located or you have completed your search. If you locate a

victim, you are required to remove the victim from the hazardous environment. You may use any method to remove the victim as long

as it does not harm the victim and you are successful in removing the victim. You must maintain communication with your partner

throughout the search.



P-Pass / F-Fail:


____ ____ 1. Assesses area to determine tenability for both rescuer and victim.

____ ____ 2. Properly dons personal protective clothing and SCBA.

____ ____ 3. Crawls low during search and rescue.

____ ____ 4. Maintains selected search pattern and completely searches area.

____ ____ 5. Communicates with partner and maintains contact (verbal and/or physical).

____ ____ 6. Notifies Command upon locating victim.

____ ____ 7. Rescues fire fighter with functioning respiratory protection.

____ ____ 8. Operates as a member of a team.

____ ____ 9. Team’s safety is not compromised.

____ ____ 10. Notifies Command upon completing assignment.



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Skill Sheet #11

SEARCH AND RESCUE – FIRE FIGHTER WITH NONFUNCTIONING SCBA



Skill Sheets: 10-3



Skill Drills: 12-1 thru 12-19, 18-7 thru 18-11


Evaluator Equipment Required: Fire fighter with nonfunctioning SCBA, search line or hose, vision-obscured area, and RIT pack


environment. In this scenario, the victim is a fire fighter. You will need to determine if the victim’s SCBA is functioning or not functioning.

You will then need to take action to rescue the victim accordingly.

You will operate as a member of a team and conduct a primary search. You will select the search pattern. You must maintain your

chosen search pattern throughout the search. You must search until the victim is located or you have completed your search. If you

locate a victim, you are required to remove the victim from the hazardous environment. You may use any method to remove the victim

as long as it does not harm the victim and you are successful in removing the victim. You must maintain communication with your

partner throughout the search.


successfully complete 100% of the critical steps (steps in BOLD) and a majority of the non-critical steps (steps in ITALICS).

P-Pass / F-Fail:








____ ____ 7. Connects RIT air pack to victim’s SCBA or places RIT facepiece on victim.

____ ____ 8. Rescues a fire fighter whose respiratory protection is not functioning.






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Skill Sheet #12

SEARCH AND RESCUE – PERSON WITHOUT RESPIRATORY PROTECTION



Skill Sheets: 10-3





Evaluator Equipment Required: Fire fighter with functioning SCBA, search line or hose, and vision-obscured area.


environment. In this scenario, the victim is an occupant. Once you locate the victim, take appropriate action to rescue the victim.

You will operate as a member of a team and conduct a primary search. You will select the search pattern. You must maintain your

chosen search pattern throughout the search. You must search until the victim is located or you have completed your search. If you

locate a victim, you are required to remove the victim from the hazardous environment. You may use any method to remove the victim

as long as it does not harm the victim and you are successful in removing the victim. You must maintain communication with your

partner throughout the search.



P-Pass / F-Fail:








____ ____ 7. Rescues a person who has no respiratory protection using appropriate carry/drag.






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Skill Sheet #13

OVERHAUL A FIRE SCENE



Skill Sheets: 15-1





Evaluator Equipment Required: Pumper, water source, hose and nozzle, axe, and pike pole

Read to Candidate: For this skill event, you will be required to demonstrate the overhaul of a fire scene so that all hidden fires are exposed and extinguished.

Full personal protective clothing (including SCBA) must be worn during this evaluation. You are responsible for recognizing and

preserving obvious signs of area of origin and/or arson. Void spaces should be exposed while maintaining structural integrity. Water

must be applied for maximum effectiveness and the entire fire scene should be evaluated for complete extinguishment.

To pass this station, you must successfully complete 100% of the critical steps (steps in BOLD) and a majority of the non-critical steps

(steps in ITALICS).

P-Pass / F-Fail:


____ ____ 1. Confirms order to perform overhaul.


____ ____ 3. Selects appropriate power and/or hand tools for overhaul tasks.

____ ____ 4. Advances attack line to overhaul area.

____ ____ 5. Removes flooring, ceiling, and wall components to expose void spaces without compromising structural

integrity.

____ ____ 6. Stands between overhaul work area and safe means of exit.

____ ____ 7. Exposes and extinguishes hidden fires in walls, ceilings, and sub-floors spaces.

____ ____ 8. Applies water for maximum effectiveness.

____ ____ 9. Recognizes and preserves obvious signs of area of origin and arson.

____ ____ 10. Evaluates fire scene for complete extinguishment.

____ ____ 11. Notifies Command upon completing assigned overhaul.



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Skill Sheet #14

OPERATE AN AIR MONITORING INSTRUMENT



Skill Sheets: 10-2



Skill Drills: 19-14


Evaluator Equipment Required: Air monitoring props

Read to Candidate:

For this skill event, you will respond to a residence reporting their carbon monoxide alarm is sounding. As a member of a team, you will

investigate the alarm. Using an air monitoring device, you will determine possible cause of the alarm and take appropriate action to

mitigate the hazard. You must wear all appropriate protective equipment while performing this task. During your investigation you must

verbally inform Incident Command of your findings and follow their direction. I will act as Incident Command.


(steps in ITALICS).

P-Pass / F-Fail:


____ ____ 1. Confirms order with officer to perform air monitoring.


____ ____ 3. Turns on air monitoring device and calibrates equipment according to manufacturer’s operating

instructions.

____ ____ 4. Systematically uses air monitoring equipment while investigating alarm.

____ ____ 5. Reacts to alarms appropriately.

____ ____ 6. Reports readings to Incident Command.



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Skill Sheet #15

CONSERVE PROPERTY







Candidate Equipment Required: Full personal protective clothing and eye protection

Evaluator Equipment Required: Furniture, salvage cover, mop, and squeegee

Read to Candidate: For this skill event, you will perform property conservation operations as assigned. During this skill station you must wear full

personal protective clothing to include eye protection. SCBA is not required. I will direct you to deploy a salvage cover, either by

yourself or as a member of a team, construct a water chute, or construct a catch-all. I will have you remove any “standing” water in the

area while protecting the area I identify as the point of origin. After completing the property conservation actions, you are required to

prepare the salvage cover(s) for reuse.


(steps in ITALICS)

P-Pass / F-Fail:


____ ____ 1. Confirms order with officer to perform property conservation.


____ ____ 3. Arranges furnishings in a clustered fashion.

____ ____ 4. Conducts property conservation as directed by IC.

• Deploys covering materials

• Constructs water chute

• Constructs catch-all

____ ____ 5. Uses appropriate methods to remove water.

____ ____ 6. Separates, removes, and relocates charred material to a safe location while protecting the area of origin for

cause determination.

____ ____ 7. Closes building openings to protect further damage.


____ ____ 9. Notifies Command upon completing property conservation assignment.

____ ____ 10. Prepares salvage covers for reuse (used roll OR fold).



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Skill Sheet #16

CONSERVE PROPERTY – STOP FLOW FROM SPRINKLER SYSTEM








Evaluator Equipment Required: sprinkler valves, open sprinkler head connected to water supply, and sprinkler wedges/tongs

Read to Candidate: For this skill event, you are required to stop the flow from a sprinkler head and operate the main control valve (either the PIV or the

OS&Y) to stop the flow in the sprinkler system.


(steps in ITALICS)

P-Pass / F-Fail:


____ ____ 1. Confirms order with officer to stop flow from sprinkler system.

____ ____ 2. Uses main control valve for sprinkler system to stop flow.

____ ____ 3. Uses sprinkler wedges/stoppers to stop flow from sprinkler head.

____ ____ 4. Notifies Command upon stopping flow from sprinkler system.

____ ____ 5. Remains at sprinkler valve until ordered to leave.



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Skill Sheet #17

CONNECT A FIRE DEPARTMENT PUMPER – TO A HYDRANT



Skill Sheets: 13-1, 13-4, 13-5



Skill Drills:14-1 thru 14-4, 16-1, 16-3, 16-8


Evaluator Equipment Required: Pumper, f ire hydrant, hydrant wrench, 2-1/2” (or larger) supply hose, and various adapters

(double male, double female, reducers, etc.)

Read to Candidate: For this skill event, you will operate as a member of a team to connect a pumper to a residual water supply (hydrant). You are required

to advance (at least 200 feet) the supply hose I identify from the pumper to the hydrant. You must “charge” the supply hose when I direct

you to do so. The team is required to connect the supply hose to the pump. The assessment will be considered complete when the team

advises me the assignment is complete. After completing the assignment, I will direct you to return the hydrant to a ready state. You

will not be assessed on returning the supply hose to a ready state.

Prior to beginning the assessment, I will give you an opportunity to check to ensure everything is in a ready state.


successfully complete 100% of the critical steps (steps in BOLD) and a majority of the non-critical steps (steps in ITALICS)

P-Pass / F-Fail:


Hand lay supply hose from hydrant: ____ ____ 1. Confirms order to make hydrant connection using a reverse lay.


____ ____ 3. Hand lays supply hose from pumper to hydrant.

____ ____ 4. Connects supply hose to hydrant.

____ ____ 5. Connects supply hose to pumper intake.

____ ____ 6. Supply hose laid and connection to hydrant completed within a “reasonable” time frame.

____ ____ 7. Fully opens and closes hydrant at appropriate times.

____ ____ 8. Connectors are tight with water flow unobstructed.


____ ____ 10. Returns hydrant to ready state.



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Skill Sheet #18

CONNECT A FIRE DEPARTMENT PUMPER – TO A STATIC WATER SUPPLY






Skill Drills:14-6, 14-7


Evaluator Equipment Required: Pumper, portable water tanks, hard suction supply hose, intake devices, and 1-1/2” or 1-3/4”

hose

Read to Candidate: For this skill event, you will operate as a member of a team to establish a water supply from a static water supply (portable water tanks).

The team is required to deploy portable water tanks, hose for drafting, hose for transferring water from a portable water tank to the

portable water tank to be used for the drafting operation, and appropriate devices required for the transfer and drafting operation. The

team is not required to fill the portable water tanks or operate the pump. The assessment will be complete when the team advises me the

assignment has been completed. You will not be assessed on returning the equipment to a ready state.

Prior to beginning the assessment, I will give you an opportunity to check to ensure everything is in a ready state.



P-Pass / F-Fail:


Set up for Static Water Source: ____ ____ 1. Confirms order to set-up for static water source using a portable tank.


____ ____ 3. Properly deploys portable water tank.

____ ____ 4. Properly deploys equipment necessary to transfer water between portable water tanks (when portable water

tanks are used as the static water source).

____ ____ 5. Connects strainer to hard suction.

____ ____ 6. Connects hard suction hose to pumper.

____ ____ 7. Properly positions hard hose in static water source for drafting operation.

____ ____ 8. Completes set-up for static water source within a “reasonable” time frame.

____ ____ 9. Connectors are tight with water flow unobstructed.




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Skill Sheet #19

EXTINGUISH INCIPIENT CLASS A; CLASS B; AND CLASS C FIRES WITH PORTABLE FIRE EXTINGUISHERS



Skill Sheets: 6-1





Evaluator Equipment Required: Class A/B/C fire extinguishers, class A combustibles and burn pan, and propane simulator (for

class B and C fires)

Read to Candidate: For this skill event, you will be required to completely extinguish an incipient Class “A”, Class “B”, or Class “C” fire. You will be

required to select the correct portable extinguisher for the type and size of fire. Once you have selected the correct extinguisher, you are

required to carry the extinguisher safely to a position where you can safely attack the fire. Once you have carried the extinguisher to the

position where you intend to attack the fire from, you must safely approach the fire, operate the extinguisher, and extinguish the fire.

After the fire is extinguished, you must retreat to a safe position.



P-Pass / F-Fail:


____ ____ 1. Confirms order to extinguish incipient fire with fire extinguisher.


____ ____ 3. Selects appropriate extinguisher based on size and type of fire.

____ ____ 4. Checks to ensure the extinguisher is charged and ready for use.

____ ____ 5. Carries extinguisher properly.

____ ____ 6. Approaches the fire properly.

____ ____ 7. Properly operates portable extinguisher (PASS method).

____ ____ 8. Completely extinguishes fire.

____ ____ 9. Backs away from fire with extinguisher ready to operate.

____ ____ 10. Notifies Command that incipient fire has been extinguished.



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Skill Sheet #20

ESTABLISH SCENE LIGHTING






Skill Drills: 19-1

Candidate Equipment Required: Full personal protective clothing (SCBA if conditions require)

Evaluator Equipment Required: Department lighting and power equipment

Read to Candidate: For this skill event, you will be required to establish scene lighting while operating as a member of a team. You will operate department

power supply and lighting equipment, deploy cords and connectors, reset ground-fault interrupter (GFI) devices, and locate lights for best

effect. You are required to wear appropriate personal protective equipment. If it is necessary to enter a hazardous atmosphere to

accomplish your assignment, you are required to use SCBA. If you will be performing tasks around the exterior and are not wearing the

SCBA face mask, you are required to wear eye protection.



P-Pass / F-Fail:


____ ____ 1. Confirms order to establish scene lighting.


____ ____ 3. Carries lighting equipment properly.

____ ____ 4. Deploys cords and connectors properly as needed.

____ ____ 5. Operates department power supply (generator or invertor).

____ ____ 6. Properly reset Ground Fault Interrupter (GFI) as needed.

____ ____ 7. Ensures scene is adequately and safely illuminated.


____ ____ 9. Notifies Command upon completing horizontal ventilation.



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Skill Sheet #21

TURN OFF BUILDING UTILITIES



Skill Sheets: 14-6





Evaluator Equipment Required: Gas meter prop and electric panel prop

Read to Candidate: For this skill event, you will be required to turn off building utilities to include electric and gas utilities for the building. You must use

appropriate tools and safety precautions when performing each task. You must tell me of any (simulated) hazards associated with each

utility that could pose a safety hazard. NOTE: If you control a utility in an “unsafe” manner, it will constitute a failure of this skill

event.


(steps in ITALICS).

P-Pass / F-Fail:


____ ____ 1. Confirms order to control utilities.

____ ____ 2. Properly dons personal protective clothing (SCBA must be worn when controlling gas).

____ ____ 3. Identifies electrical utility control device.

____ ____ 4. Assesses for potential hazards prior to controlling electricity.

____ ____ 5. Operates electrical utility control device (Pulling the electric meter constitutes failure).

____ ____ 6. Identifies gas utility control device.

____ ____ 7. Assesses for potential hazards prior to controlling gas.

____ ____ 8. Operates gas utility control device.

____ ____ 9. Notifies Command after utilities are controlled.



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Skill Sheet #22

CLEAN AND CHECK – LADDERS



Skill Sheets: 8-1



Skill Drills: 11-1

Candidate Equipment Required: Station uniform clothing and gloves

Evaluator Equipment Required: Cleaning supplies and ladders

Read to Candidate: For this skill event, you will be required to clean, check, and maintain ladders. You will be provided with all the necessary cleaning

supplies to accomplish your task. You must verbalize to me all the components you are checking.


(steps in ITALICS).

P-Pass / F-Fail:


____ ____ 1. Selects correct tools and equipment for cleaning, checking, and maintaining ladders.

____ ____ 2. Checks all components for missing parts or damage.

____ ____ 3. Checks halyard & pulleys (if applicable).

____ ____ 4. Checks for loose rungs.

____ ____ 5. Cleans ladders with soapy water & scrub brush.

____ ____ 6. Checks need for lubrication of movable parts (if applicable).

____ ____ 7. Returns ladders to a state of readiness.

____ ____ 8. All cleaning and checking done according to manufacturer’s guidelines.

____ ____ 9. Completes records and reporting procedures as required.



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Skill Sheet #23

CLEAN AND CHECK – VENTILATION EQUIPMENT

JPR: NFPA 1001 – 2019 Edition, 4.5.1





Skill Drills: 8-1, 13-13, 13-14

Candidate Equipment Required: Station uniform clothing, gloves, and eye protection

Evaluator Equipment Required: Cleaning supplies, axe, pike pole, ventilation saw, and positive pressure fan

Read to Candidate: For this skill event, you will be required to clean, check, and maintain ventilation equipment. You will be provided with all the necessary

cleaning supplies to accomplish your task. You must verbalize to me all the components you are checking.

To pass this station, you must successfully complete 100% of the critical steps (steps in BOLD) and a majority of the non-critical steps (steps

in ITALICS).

P-Pass / F-Fail:


____ ____ 1. Selects correct tools/equipment for cleaning, checking, and maintaining ventilation equipment.

____ ____ 2. Examines ventilation equipment for damage and missing components.

____ ____ 3. Checks oil and gasoline supply for power tools and equipment.

____ ____ 4. Checks cord and switch on electrical power tools and equipment.

____ ____ 5. Checks chain on ventilation saw.

____ ____ 6. Returns ventilation equipment to a state of readiness.





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Skill Sheet #24

CLEAN AND CHECK – SCBA

JPR: NFPA 1001 – 2019 Edition, 4.5.1






Candidate Equipment Required: Station uniform and gloves

Evaluator Equipment Required: Cleaning supplies and SCBA

Read to Candidate: For this skill event, you will be required to clean and check SCBA. There are two parts to this skill event.

In Part I, you will be required to perform an inspection on SCBA. You will be provided with all the necessary equipment and supplies

necessary to accomplish your task. You must verbalize to me all the components that you are inspecting.

In Part II, you will be required to demonstrate cleaning a SCBA. You will be provided with all the necessary equipment and supplies

necessary to accomplish your task. You must verbalize to me all the components that you are checking.

This is not a timed event; however, you should complete this event within a reasonable time. To pass this station, you must successfully

complete 100% of the critical steps (steps in BOLD) and half of the non-critical steps (steps in ITALICS) for both Part I (inspection) and

Part II (cleaning).


Inspection

1. Identifies all components of SCBA are present.

2. Inspects all SCBA components for cleanliness and damage.

3. Verifies cylinder has current hydrostatic test date.

4. Verifies cylinder is at least 90% OR GREATER filled.

5. Opens cylinder slowly while listening for audible air leaks. If leaking, resolves leak(s) or removes

from service.

6. Checks gauges and/or indicators.

7. Checks all PASS functions.

8. Dons facepiece and checks for leaks.

9. Checks regulator by taking several normal breaths.

10. Operates bypass/purge valve.

11. Turns cylinder off, bled pressure from system, and listens for low-air alarm.

12. Inspection done according to manufacturer’s guidelines.

13. Returns all components and straps to a state of readiness.

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1st Attempt 2nd Attempt Cleaning

14. Selects correct supplies for cleaning SCBA.

15. Cleans SCBA with soapy water & scrub brush.

16. After cleaning, inspects all components for damage.

17. Returns all components and straps to a state of readiness.

18. All cleaning done according to manufacturer’s guidelines.

19. Completes records and reporting procedures as required by department.



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Skill Sheet #25

CLEAN AND CHECK – ROPES



Skill Sheets: 7-1





Evaluator Equipment Required: Life safety rope and cleaning supplies

Read to Candidate: For this skill event, you will be required to clean and inspect a life safety rope. You will be provided with all the necessary cleaning




P-Pass / F-Fail:


____ ____ 1. Selects correct tools/equipment for cleaning, checking, and maintaining ropes.

____ ____ 2. Examines rope surface for cuts, stains, and fraying.

____ ____ 3. Examines inner components by feeling for thinness or bunching.

____ ____ 4. Cleans rope with clear water using rope washer, front loading washer, or by hand.

____ ____ 5. Allows rope to air dry completely.

____ ____ 6. Returns rope to storage or a state of readiness.





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Skill Sheet #26

CLEAN AND CHECK – SALVAGE EQUIPMENT

JPR: NFPA 1001 – 2019 Edition, 4.5.1


Skill Sheets: 15-12



Skill Drills: None included; refer to pg 752

Candidate Equipment Required: Station uniform clothing and gloves

Evaluator Equipment Required: Cleaning supplies and tarp

Read to Candidate: For this skill event, you will be required to clean and check salvage equipment. You will be provided with all the necessary cleaning



in ITALICS).

P-Pass / F-Fail:


Salvage Tarps:

____ ____ 1. Selects correct tools/equipment for cleaning, checking, and maintaining salvage equipment.

____ ____ 2. Examines salvage cover for damage, dirt, and debris.

____ ____ 3. Cleans salvage cover with soapy water & scrub brush.

____ ____ 4. Allows salvage cover to air dry completely.

____ ____ 6. Returns salvage equipment to a state of readiness.





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Skill Sheet #27

CLEAN AND CHECK – HAND TOOLS



Skill Sheets: 9-1



Skill Drills: 8-1


Evaluator Equipment Required: Cleaning supplies and hand tools (axe, pike pole, wrenches, sledgehammer, etc.)

Read to Candidate: For this skill event, you will be required to clean and check various hand tools. You will be provided with all the necessary cleaning


This is not a timed event. However, you should complete this event within a reasonable fireground time. To pass this station, you must


P-Pass / F-Fail:


____ ____ 1. Selects correct tools/equipment for cleaning, checking, and maintaining hand tools.

____ ____ 2. Examines handles for damage. (e.g., cracks, splits, splinters, etc.)

____ ____ 3. Examines cutting or working components for damage.

____ ____ 4. Examines striking surface for damage.

____ ____ 5. Checks tool head for tightness.

____ ____ 6. Cleans hand tools with soapy water & scrub brush.

____ ____ 7. Applies coat of boiled linseed oil to handle (if appropriate).

____ ____ 8. Applies coat of machine oil on metal surface (if appropriate).

____ ____ 9. Returns hand tools to a state of readiness.

____ ____ 10. All cleaning, checking, and maintenance done according to manufacturer’s guidelines.




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Skill Sheet #28

CLEAN, INSPECT, AND RETURN FIRE HOSE TO SERVICE – RELOAD APPARATUS



Skill Sheets: 12-2, 12-5 thru12-9



Skill Drills: 15-1, 15-7, 15-8, 16-5, 16-7, 16-13, 16-15, 16-17


Evaluator Equipment Required: Cleaning supplies, attack hose, supply hose, fire apparatus with hose bed or hose bed prop

Read to Candidate: For this skill event, you will be required to inspect, clean, and return fire hose to service. There are two parts to this skill event.

In Part I, you will demonstrate how to inspect and clean fire hose. If you determine the hose is damaged/defective, you must mark it and

remove it from service. You will verbalize to me as you inspect and identify any damage/defect that you find. After inspecting the fire

hose, you will demonstrate cleaning and drying it.

In Part II, you will demonstrate loading fire hose. I will direct you to load a supply hose. This will be performed as part of a team. The

supply hose must be loaded so it is in a ready state for service.


in ITALICS).


Inspection

1. Checks male coupling for damaged threads and out-of-round (threaded coupling only).

2. Checks female coupling for freedom of movement and out-of-round (threaded coupling only).

3. Checks for damaged or broken lugs (Storz coupling only).

4. Examines outer hose jacket for physical damage.

5. Checks gaskets for defects, flexibility, and presence (replace if necessary).

6. Identifies defective hose, marks, and removes from service.

7. Completes records and reporting procedures as per department policy.

Cleaning

8. Cleans hose with soapy water and scrub brush OR operated hose washing equipment.

9. Dries hose with hose drying equipment (if applicable).

10. Hose cleaning and drying done according to manufacturer’s recommendations.

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1st Attempt 2nd Attempt Return Hose to Service: Reload Hose

11. Returns hose to service by reloading onto apparatus hose bed or hose bed prop.

12. Reloads hose properly to a state of readiness.



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Skill Sheet #29

CLEAN, INSPECT, AND RETURN FIRE HOSE TO SERVICE – ROLL HOSE






Skill Drills: 15-1, 15-7 thru 15-12


Evaluator Equipment Required: Cleaning supplies, attack hose, and supply hose

Read to Candidate: For this skill event, you will be required to inspect, clean, and return fire hose to service. There are two parts to this skill event.

In Part I, you will demonstrate how to inspect and clean fire hose. If you determine the hose is damaged/defective, you must mark it and

remove it from service. You will verbalize to me as you inspect and identify any damage/defect that you find. After inspecting the fire

hose, you will demonstrate cleaning and drying it.

In Part II, you will demonstrate rolling fire hose. I will direct you to roll a length (50’ or 100’) of fire hose. I will identify what type of

hose roll to demonstrate. The fire hose must be rolled so it is in a ready state for service.


in ITALICS).


Inspection

1. Checks male coupling for damaged threads and out-of-round (threaded coupling only).

2. Checks female coupling for freedom of movement and out-of-round (threaded coupling only).

3. Checks for damaged or broken lugs (Storz coupling only).

4. Examines outer hose jacket for physical damage.

5. Checks gaskets for defects, flexibility, and presence (replace if necessary).

6. Identifies defective hose, marks, and removes from service.

7. Completes records and reporting procedures as per department policy.

Cleaning

8. Cleans hose with soapy water and scrub brush OR operated hose washing equipment.

9. Dries hose with hose drying equipment (if applicable).

10. Hose cleaning and drying done according to manufacturer’s recommendations.

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1st Attempt 2nd Attempt Return Hose to Service: Roll Hose

11. Returns hose to service by rolling.

12. Hose rolled properly for placement on hose rack or on apparatus.



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FIRE FIGHTER I

FIREGROUND EVOLUTIONS

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FGE Sheet #1

ATTACK A PASSENGER VEHICLE FIRE



Skill Sheets: 14-7



Skill Drills: 17-11


Evaluator Equipment Required: Car fire prop, pumper, water source, halligan bar, flat head axe, 1½” minimum diameter hose and

nozzle (primary and back-up)

Read to Candidate: For this skill event, you will be required to extinguish or control a passenger vehicle fire as a member of a team. You will use appropriate

protective equipment, firefighting tools, and extinguishing agents. You will be required to assess all hazards, utilize safety precautions,

identify and control all fuel leaks, expose hidden fires, provide protection for team members from flash fire while advancing an attack line,

applying water with maximum effectiveness, and extinguishing the fire.


(steps in ITALICS).

P-Pass / F-Fail:


____ ____ 1. Confirms order to extinguish car fire.


____ ____ 3. Identifies automobile fuel type (verbalizes).

____ ____ 4. Assesses for and controls fuel leaks (verbalizes).

____ ____ 5. Operates nozzle correctly (open, close, adjust flow pattern).

____ ____ 6. Applies water for maximum effect while maintaining flash fire protection.

____ ____ 7. Advances attack line properly.

____ ____ 8. Searches for, exposes, and extinguishes hidden fires.

____ ____ 9. Withdraws attack line properly.

____ ____ 10. Operates effectively as a member of a team.




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FGE Sheet #2

EXTINGUISH FIRES IN EXTERIOR CLASS “A” MATERIALS






Skill Drills: 17-10


Evaluator Equipment Required: Class A material, pumper, water source, hose and nozzle (primary and back-up)

Read to Candidate: For this skill event, you will extinguish a Class A fire as a member of a team. You will be required to wear personal protective clothing

and SCBA, use firefighting hand tools, and operate an attack line. You must approach the fire correctly and then perform necessary

overhaul and extinguishment procedures. You should indicate to me any exposures needing to be addressed and/or hazards associated with

the fire.


in ITALICS).

P-Pass / F-Fail:


____ ____ 1. Confirms order to extinguish Class A fire.


____ ____ 3. Recognizes hazards from material’s configuration (verbalizes).

____ ____ 4. Operates hose lines and other water application devices.

____ ____ 5. Evaluates and modifies water application for maximum penetration.

____ ____ 6. Breaks up material with hand tools and/or water streams.

____ ____ 7. Searches for and exposes hidden fires.

____ ____ 8. Evaluates for complete extinguishment.

____ ____ 9. Assesses burn patterns for origin determination.




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FGE Sheet #3

ATTACK AN INTERIOR STRUCTURE FIRE



Skill Sheets: 13-6 thru 13-20, 14-1 thru 14-3





Evaluator Equipment Required: Live fire burn facility, pumper, water source, 1½” minimum diameter hose and nozzle, ladder,

hose tool (strap or rope), forcible entry tools, and thermal imaging camera

Read to Candidate: For this skill event, you will attack an interior structure fire operating as a member of a team. There are two parts to this skill event.

In Part I, you will be assigned to attack either a fire above grade, at grade, or below grade. You must use appropriate protective

equipment including SCBA and firefighting tools. The skill assessment will begin once I give you the assignment. You will be required to

assess all hazards, utilize safety precautions, and use appropriate attack line advancement techniques for either a charged or uncharged

hose line. You must determine and use an appropriate fire attack technique to control and extinguish the fire. Prior to entry, you must

verbalize your hazard assessment, safety precautions you will practice, and fire attack technique you will use (direct, indirect, or

combination). Once the fire is under control, you will be required to verbalize how you would locate fires in void spaces, and how you

would expose and extinguish those fires.

In Part II, after you have extinguished the interior fire, I will direct you to either replace a “simulated” burst section of hose or extend your

hose to a specified length.


successfully complete 100% of the critical steps (steps in BOLD) and a majority of the non-critical steps (steps in ITALICS) in both Part I

and Part II.


Interior Fire Attack

1. Confirms order to perform offensive fire attack (above grade, at grade, or below grade fire [for fires above

grade confirm use of stairs or ladder for attack]).

2. Properly dons personal protective clothing and SCBA.

3. Sizes up fire for hazards.

4. Advances hose line (charged or uncharged) to fire.

5. Operates nozzle in a manner appropriate for the situation.

6. Uses appropriate fire attack technique (direct, indirect, or combination).

7. Operates nozzle to prevent water hammer.

8. Locates, exposes, and extinguishes fires in void spaces (walls and subfloors).

9. Operates as a member of a team.

10. Team integrity was not compromised during operation.

11. Notifies Command upon controlling fire.

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1st Attempt 2nd Attempt Replace Burst Hose/Extend Hose

11. Properly uncouples/couples hose connections.

12. Carries hose to location of burst hose line. (only for burst hose)

13. Replaces burst section of hose. (only for burst hose)

14. Carries hose to location of hose line needing extension. (only for hose extension)

15. Properly connects hose extension. (only for hose extension)



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FGE Sheet #4

PERFORM VENTILATION

JPR: NFPA 1001 – 2019 Edition, Sections 4.3.11 and 4.3.12







Evaluator Equipment Required: Roof/Window prop, pumper, water source, hose and nozzle, positive pressure fan, ladder, axe or

pike pole, and chainsaw.

Read to Candidate: For this skill event you will be required to perform ventilation on a smoke-filled structure while operating as a member of a team. You

will be required to wear appropriate personal protective equipment during this evaluation. You will ventilate the structure using the

assigned ventilation technique (horizontal or vertical). Given the assigned technique, you will select the proper tools. If it is necessary to

enter a hazardous atmosphere to accomplish your assignment, you are required to use SCBA. If you will be performing tasks around the

exterior and are not wearing the SCBA face mask, you are required to wear eye protection.



P-Pass / F-Fail: 1st Attempt 2nd Attempt

Ventilation - Horizontal

1. Confirms order to perform horizontal ventilation.


3. Carries ventilation tools, ladders, and equipment properly.

4. Uses ventilation tools and equipment properly.

5. Performs horizontal ventilation in an effective manner.

6. If glass was broken, it was done safely and properly.


8. Notifies Command upon completing horizontal ventilation.

Ventilation - Vertical

1. Confirms order to perform vertical ventilation.


3. Selects, carries, deploys, and secures ground ladders for ventilation activities. 4. Carries ventilation tools and equipment properly ascending and descending ladder.

5. Sounds roof prior to leaving ladder.

6. Deploys roof ladders properly.

7. Hoists tools and equipment properly.

8. Uses ventilation tools and equipment properly.

9. Performs vertical ventilation in an effective manner.


11. Notifies Command upon completing vertical ventilation.



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FGE Sheet #5

COMBAT A GROUND COVER FIRE






Skill Drills: 21-1

Candidate Equipment Required: Full personal protective clothing or complete wildland fire fighting ensemble

Evaluator Equipment Required: Terrain model, hand tools, pumper (or wildland apparatus), attack (or forestry) hose and nozzle

Read to Candidate: For this skill event, you will operate as a member of a team to combat a simulated ground cover fire. You will be required to construct a

fire line using hand tools. Prior to constructing the fire line, you must verbally identify potential threats to your safety and potential threats

to exposures. Once the fire line is established, you must ensure fire line integrity is maintained. I will then ask you to extinguish fire using

hand tools. Once fire is controlled, I will then direct you to use water to suppress any remaining fire. If I order you to retreat, you must

react properly. It is important you verbalize your thoughts related to hazard assessment and safety considerations.


(steps in ITALICS).


Construct Fire Line

1. Confirms order to construct fire line.


3. Determines potential threats to safety.

4. Determines potential threats to exposures.

5. Protects exposures.

6. Constructs a fire line.

7. Maintains integrity of established fire lines.

8. Properly uses hand tools.

9. Suppresses ground cover fire using water.

10. Uses progressive hose lay to advance hose line.

11. Ensures ground cover fire was suppressed.

12. If retreat was ordered, it was accomplished quickly and safely.


14. Notifies Command when fire line is completed.



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FIRE FIGHTER II

MANIPULATIVE SKILL SHEETS

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Fighter II Skills Assessment

Skill Sheet #1

UTILIZE AN INCIDENT MANAGEMENT SYSTEM



Skill Sheets: 19-1



Skill Drills: 22-1 THRU 22-3


Evaluator Equipment Required: Fire department radio and simulated incident

Read to Candidate: For this skill event, you will be required to function as the company officer of the first arriving company. Once I read to you the

scenario you will implement an Incident Management System (IMS). You will utilize the IMS until you transfer Command. Once you transfer Command, you will operate in the role assigned by Command.

This is not a timed event; however, you should complete the assignment as expeditiously as possible. To pass this station, you must successfully complete 100% of the critical steps (steps in BOLD) and a majority of the non-critical steps (steps in italics).


____ ____ 1. Determines the need for command.

____ ____ 2. Sizes up the incident.

____ ____ 3. Communicates size-up results to dispatch and/or incoming units.

____ ____ 4. Assumes command of the incident.

____ ____ 5. Identifies incident priorities, strategies, and objectives.

____ ____ 6. Requests additional resources (if required).

____ ____ 7. Organizes and coordinates the IMS.

____ ____ 8. Provides briefing to senior officer who is assuming Command.

____ ____ 9. Transfers command.

____ ____ 10. Functions in assigned IMS role after transfer of command.



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Fire Fighter II Skills Assessment

Skill Sheet #2

COMPLETE A BASIC INCIDENT REPORT



Skill Sheets: 19-2



Skill Drills: None included; refer to pgs 846 and 847


Evaluator Equipment Required: NFIRS report and scenario

Read to Candidate: For this skill event, you will be required to complete a basic incident report given a written scenario. Complete the report using only the information provided in the written scenario and by the evaluator. DO NOT fabricate information. The report should utilize

appropriate codes. If available, report should be completed utilizing a computer.

This is not a timed event. To pass this station, you must successfully complete 100% of the critical steps (steps in

BOLD).


____ ____ 1. Completes basic Incident Report form using appropriate codes.

____ ____ 2. Proofreads report to verify information is accurate and complete (including signature).

____ ____ 3. Properly uses forms or computer to complete incident report.



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Skill Sheet #3

COMMUNICATE THE NEED FOR ASSISTANCE



Skill Sheets: 10-7



Skill Drills: 18-1

Candidate Equipment Required: Full personal protective clothing, SCBA and portable radio

Evaluator Equipment Required: Fire department incident scenario

Read to Candidate: For this skill event, you will be required to communicate the need for team or individual assistance (Mayday). You will be required to use a fire department radio to communicate a Mayday (need for assistance). I will provide the nature of the assistance need and

information regarding your location.

This is not a timed event. To pass this station, you must successfully complete 100% of the critical steps (steps BOLD) and a majority of

the non-critical steps (steps in italics).


____ ____ 1. Recognizes the need for team/individual assistance.

____ ____ 2. Operates communications equipment to request assistance.

____ ____ 3. Depresses the transmit button and held it down until transmission was complete.

____ ____ 4. Holds microphone 1 to 2 inches from mouth whiling transmitting message.

____ ____ 5. Announces “Mayday” traffic.

____ ____ 6. Transmits “Mayday” information.

____ ____ 7. After message transmission is complete, activates PASS and follows IC’s orders or department guidelines.



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Skill Sheet #4

EXTINGUISH AN IGNITABLE LIQUID FIRE








Evaluator Equipment Required: Fire department pumper, simulated ignitable liquid fire, foam concentrate, foam proportioner,

water supply, and attack line

Read to Candidate: For this skill event, you will be required to operate as a member of a team to extinguish an ignitable liquid fire given foam concentrates, a foam proportioning device, water supply, and an attack line. You must select the proper type of foam concentrate for the simulated

ignitable fire, assemble foam stream components, and then apply the foam stream in an appropriate manner to create and maintain a foam blanket for extinguishing the fire. You must also prevent re-ignition of the liquid fire. Your team must then maintain a foam

stream for protection and continue facing the hazard while retreating to a safe haven.




____ ____ 1. Confirms order to extinguish ignitable liquid fire.


____ ____ 3. Selects proper type of foam concentrate for fuel.

____ ____ 4. Prepares foam concentrate supply for use.

____ ____ 5. Assembles foam stream components.

____ ____ 6. Safely approaches the fire as a member of a team.

____ ____ 7. Applies foam stream to surface using appropriate application technique(s).

____ ____ 8. Extinguishes fire.

____ ____ 9. Maintains foam blanket, preventing re-ignition.

____ ____ 10. Team retreats while facing hazard until reaching a safe haven.

____ ____ 11. Notifies Command upon exiting the hazardous area.



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Skill Sheet #5

COORDINATE AN INTERIOR ATTACK



Skill Sheets: 19-1



Skill Drills: 23-1


Evaluator Equipment Required: Fire department resources (appropriate for conducting interior attack), water supply, attack line,

simulated interior fire, and fire department radio

Read to Candidate: For this skill event, you must demonstrate the coordination of the initial resources assigned for an interior fire attack. You will assume command and function as the incident commander (IC). You will be required to evaluate fire growth and development, utilize correct

attack techniques, communicate the incident action plan (IAP) to team members, and establish/maintain team integrity. You must also choose appropriate tools and equipment for entry. In addition, you will be responsible for coordinating search, rescue, and ventilation

efforts with the efforts of the fire attack team. You must recognize developing or hazardous building conditions, report hazards to

attack team members, and apprise resources of changing conditions. The evaluator will act as a higher-ranking officer to whom command will be transferred.




____ ____ 1. Confirms order to attack fire.


____ ____ 3. Organizes and briefs resources.

____ ____ 4. Evaluates and forecasts fire’s growth and development.

____ ____ 5. Selects appropriate access location.

____ ____ 6. Identifies tools required for forcible entry.

____ ____ 7. Selects appropriate attack techniques for given fire.

____ ____ 8. Communicates attack techniques to the attack team.

____ ____ 9. Determines developing hazardous building or fire conditions.

____ ____ 10. Maintains constant coordination.

____ ____ 11. Continuously evaluates fire growth and development.

____ ____ 12. Incorporates search and rescue as part of fire attack effort.

____ ____ 13. Incorporates ventilation as part of fire attack effort.

____ ____ 14. Resources apprised of changing conditions.

____ ____ 15. Notifies Command upon exiting structure.



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Skill Sheet #6

CONTROL A FLAMMABLE GAS CYLINDER FIRE



Skill Sheets: 18-3



Skill Drills: 23-2


Evaluator Equipment Required: Two fire department engines, simulated flammable gas cylinder, two hydrants for water supply,

two attack lines (one from each engine), and two back-up lines (one from each engine)

Read to Candidate: At this station, you will operate as a member of a team with one team member designated as team the leader. Your team will be given a simulated flammable gas cylinder fire to control outside a structure. You must apply water using a technique appropriate for the

given simulated flammable gas cylinder fire. Each team member must constantly evaluate the cylinder’s integrity, as well as changes in conditions. The team must approach/retreat while facing the cylinder and all team members must remain behind the protective fire

streams. The designated team leader will be required to operate the simulated shut off valve. The fire must not be extinguished until

the fuel has been shut off. Once the shut-off has been operated, the team will retreat to a safe distance under the protection of water application. Note that although a candidate will be designated as team leader, all team members will function under the supervision

of assigned support personnel.

This is not a timed event, but you should complete the assignment in a reasonable fireground time. To pass this station, you must

successfully complete 100% of the critical steps (steps in BOLD) and a majority of the non-critical steps (steps in italics).

Evaluator Note: Because of the danger of controlling even simulated flammable gas cylinder fires, this test scenario must be

conducted under the direct supervision of designated support personnel. Support personnel are responsible for supervising the assigned team leader and ALL Fire Fighter II candidate team members.


____ ____ 1. Confirms order to attack flammable gas cylinder fire.


____ ____ 3. Identifies any possible place of shelter or safe haven.

____ ____ 4. Advances safely and effectively.

____ ____ 5. Applies water effectively.

____ ____ 6. Cylinder integrity and changing cylinder conditions are monitored.

____ ____ 7. Operates control valve to stop fuel flow.

____ ____ 8. Implements effective procedures as conditions change.

____ ____ 9. Flames are not intentionally extinguished by water application.

____ ____ 10. Retreat is safe and effective.

____ ____ 11. Notifies Command upon retreating to safety.



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Skill Sheet #7

PROTECT EVIDENCE OF FIRE CAUSE AND ORIGIN



Skill Sheets: 20-1



Skill Drills: None included; refer to pgs 1038 thru 1054

Candidate Equipment Required: Helmet, safety glasses, safety boots

Evaluator Equipment Required: Simulated burn scene, fire scenario, appropriate containers, barrier tape, flashlight

Read to Candidate: At this station, you will be required to protect evidence of fire cause and origin given a burn scenario. You will be responsible for verbalizing to the evaluator anything that you cannot physically complete. After observing the burn area, you must state the possible

fire cause and area of origin. You must be able to explain how you came to your conclusion or determination. If you are unable to

physically protect the evidence, you must verbalize how evidence would be protected until an investigator arrives.


successfully complete 100% of the steps below.


____ ____ 1. Secures simulated fire scene to keep unauthorized persons away.

____ ____ 2. Locates the potential area of origin.

____ ____ 3. Recognizes possible causes.

____ ____ 4. Takes appropriate safeguards to protect possible evidence.

____ ____ 5. Does not unnecessarily move possible evidence.

____ ____ 6. Notifies Command of findings and actions.



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Skill Sheet #8

VEHICLE EXTRICATION








Evaluator Equipment Required: Salvaged automobile, standard complement of powered rescue tools, hand tools, cribbing

material, and rescue manikin

Read to Candidate: At this station, you will be required to operate as a member of a team to extricate a victim entrapped in a simulated motor vehicle accident. You will be required to conduct a scene size up, establish safety barriers, assess the need for extrication, determine the

condition of vehicle, identify hazards to include the supplemental restraint system, stabilize the vehicle, and perform necessary extrication so the entrapped victim can be safely removed from the vehicle. You must verbalize your size up, your assessment of the

need for extrication, your determination of vehicle condition, and your assessment of any hazards. When performing the extrication,

the entrapped victim must be appropriately protected to prevent further injury. Actions that would cause further injury to the victim will result in failure of this skill event. I will identify the components of the vehicle required to be moved or removed such as the roof,

doors, dash, etc. NOTE: The victim WILL NOT be removed from the motor vehicle.


successfully complete 100% of the critical steps (steps in BOLD) and a majority of the non-critical steps (steps in italics).


____ ____ 1. Confirms order to perform vehicle extrication.


____ ____ 3. Sizes up scene, including condition of vehicle.

____ ____ 4. Assesses potential hazards.

____ ____ 5. Establishes safety barrier.

____ ____ 6. Effectively uses cribbing and/or shoring materials to stabilize vehicle.

____ ____ 7. Safely operates power and/or hand tools.

____ ____ 8. Chooses and applies effective techniques for moving or removing: (as appropriate)

• Vehicle roof

• Doors

• Windshield

• Side and/or rear glass windows

• Steering wheel/column

• Dashboard

____ ____ 9. Assesses supplemental restraint systems and deals with it appropriately.

____ ____ 10. Appropriately protects victim throughout vehicle extrication operation.


____ ____ 12. Notifies Command upon completing extrication.



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Skill Sheet #9

ASSIST RESCUE OPERATION TEAMS



Skill Sheets: 17-1





Evaluator Equipment Required: Cache of rescue tools and equipment, barrier tape, cones, and signs

Read to Candidate: At this station, you will be required to assist a rescue operation team. I will serve as the rescue team’s leader. I will direct you to retrieve

various types of rescue tools, establish hazard zone barriers to protect the public, and assist the rescue team with various tasks required to

commensurate with NFPA 1001, Fire Fighter II level of training.


successfully complete 100% of the critical steps (steps in BOLD) and at least one of the non- critical steps (steps in italics).


____ ____ 1. Confirms order to assist rescue operation team.

____ ____ 2. Properly donned personal protective clothing and SCBA.

____ ____ 3. Identifies and retrieves correct tools and equipment as directed by rescue team.

____ ____ 4. Establishes safety barriers to protect public.

____ ____ 5. Assists rescue team as an assigned member, when assigned by rescue team.




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Skill Sheet #10

PERFORM A FIRE SAFETY SURVEY IN A PRIVATE DWELLING



Skill Sheets: 22-1



Skill Drills: 27-5


Evaluator Equipment Required: Survey forms, hand light, and fire safety information material

Read to Candidate: For this skill performance evaluation, you will perform a fire safety survey in a private dwelling given a residential survey form, fire and

life safety information material, and any necessary equipment. You are required to conduct the fire safety survey and provide fire and life

safety information.

This is not a timed event, but you should complete the assignment in a reasonable time. To pass this station, you must successfully

complete 100% of the critical steps (steps in BOLD) and a majority of the non-critical steps (steps in italics).


____ ____ 1. Gathers information and material to conduct survey.

____ ____ 2. Contacts resident.

____ ____ 3. Explains purpose of survey to resident.

____ ____ 4. Conducts survey.

____ ____ 5. Recognizes hazards.

____ ____ 6. Matches findings to preapproved safety list.

____ ____ 7. Explains survey findings to resident.

____ ____ 8. Concludes survey by providing fire and life safety information.

____ ____ 9. Completes survey form and records results of survey according to policy.



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Skill Sheet #11

PRESENT FIRE SAFETY INFORMATION TO STATION VISITORS OR SMALL GROUPS








Evaluator Equipment Required: Lesson outline, media equipment, and instructional material

Read to Candidate: At this station, you will present a fire safety information program, given a lesson outline, media equipment, and instructional materials.

You are required to present the assigned topic according to the lesson outline in a manner appropriate for the audience.




____ ____ 1. Determines audience and lesson topic to be taught.

____ ____ 2. Determines location, date, and time for presentation.

____ ____ 3. Properly prepares to deliver presentation.

____ ____ 4. Introduces self and topic.

____ ____ 5. Follows prepared lesson outline.

____ ____ 6. Familiar with equipment and material used to present topic.

____ ____ 7. Returns equipment, material, and lesson outline after presentation.

____ ____ 8. Records information according to policy.



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Skill Sheet #12

PREPARE A PRE-INCIDENT SURVEY



Skill Sheets: 22-4



Skill Drills: 27-6


Evaluator Equipment Required: Pre-incident survey forms, sketch pad, building to survey, and surveyor’s wheel

Read to Candidate: At this station, you must conduct a pre-incident survey given pre-incident survey forms, a sketch pad, building to survey, and surveyor’s

wheel. After conducting the pre-incident survey, you must prepare the pre-incident survey forms provided. I will serve as the building

owner/occupant.




____ ____ 1. Gains permission to conduct survey.

____ ____ 2. Explains purpose of survey.

____ ____ 3. Sketches outside of building.

____ ____ 4. Records outside observations.

____ ____ 5. Sketches inside of building.

____ ____ 6. Records inside observations.

____ ____ 7. Recognizes components of fire suppression and detection systems.

____ ____ 8. Recognizes building construction features.

____ ____ 9. Recognizes special features.

____ ____ 10. Detects potential hazards.

____ ____ 11. Identifies special considerations.

____ ____ 12. Discusses results of survey with owner/manager.

____ ____ 13. Completes all fields on given survey.



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Skill Sheet #13

MAINTIAN POWER PLANTS, POWER TOOLS, AND LIGHTING EQIUPMENT






Skill Drills: 25-3

Candidate Equipment Required: Station uniform clothing and safety glasses

Evaluator Equipment Required: Power plant, lighting equipment, power cords, power tools (chainsaw, circular saw,

reciprocating saw, and extrication power unit), maintenance hand tools, and appropriate

manufacturer’s equipment instruction manuals

Read to Candidate: At this station, you will be required to perform “operator-level” maintenance and repair on power plants, power tools, and lighting

equipment per the manufacturer’s guidelines. You must ensure the power plant, power tool, and lighting equipment is clean and functional.

All operator-level corrective actions required must be completed. Any power plant, power tool, or lighting equipment requiring more than

operator-level corrective action should be removed from service and marked/tagged. Inoperable equipment should be reported to the

appropriate person.

This is not a timed event, but you should complete the assignment as expeditiously as possible. To pass this station, you must successfully

complete 100% of the critical steps (steps in BOLD).


____ ____ 1. Selects appropriate hand tools required to perform maintenance and equipment check.

____ ____ 2. Follows manufacturer’s guidelines.

____ ____ 3. Operator-level corrective actions are taken to repair equipment (if required).

____ ____ 4. Operates power plants, power tools, and lighting equipment following maintenance and check.

____ ____ 5. Completes recording and reporting requirements.



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Skill Sheet #14

PERFORM ANNUAL SERVICE TEST ON FIRE HOSE



Skill Sheets: 21-3



Skill Drills: 23-7

Candidate Equipment Required: Full personal protective clothing (bunker pants, helmet and gloves are appropriate during hot

weather)

Evaluator Equipment Required: Fire department pumper or hose testing machine, fire department hose, spanner wrenches,

marking device, watch, water source, and appropriate valves and appliances for conducting hose

test

Read to Candidate: At this station, you will be required to perform an annual service test on fire hose, given a fire department pumper or hose testing machine,

fire hose to be tested, fire hose testing equipment, and hose record forms.

This is not a timed event, but you should complete the assignment as expeditiously as possible. To pass this station, you must successfully

complete 100% of the critical steps (steps in BOLD).

Evaluator Note: Referring to critical step 6 below, service test pressures used during this skill event are based on the recommendations

found in NFPA 1962. Fire hose that is not clearly marked with the date of manufacture and/or the required service test pressure WILL BE

TESTED based on service test pressures identified in NFPA 1962 for fire hose manufactured prior to July 1987.


____ ____ 1. Visually inspects hose for possible damage prior to conducting test.

____ ____ 2. Checks couplings for damage, function, and gaskets.

____ ____ 3. Marks hose at couplings to identify potential coupling slippage.

____ ____ 4. Operates hose testing equipment to charge fire hose.

____ ____ 5. Bleeds off air and tightens leaking couplings once fire hose is filled with water.

____ ____ 6. Operates hose testing equipment to conduct service test.

____ ____ 7. Walks the entire length of charged hose line from a safe distance checking for obvious leaks.

____ ____ 8. Walks the entire length of hose after pressure is eliminated, checking for signs of leaks and coupling slippage.

____ ____ 9. Removes hose from service that fails the service test.

____ ____ 10. Records results on hose record form and filed records according to policy.



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APPENDIX A

TRAINING RECORDS

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FIRE FIGHTER TRAINING RECORD: FFI 2019 Standard

SECTION

TRAINING IN-HOUSE

MANIPULATIVE SKILLS - DEMONSTRATE CORRESPONDING

SKILL SHEET RECORD COM. EXAM

DATE INST HRS DATE INST P/F

Prerequisite Documentation of prerequisite training completion N/A

Completed structural-based live-fire training N/A

General Care/Inspection/Maintenance of protective clothing 1

Don/Doff structural fire fighter protective clothing 1

Fire Department

Communications

Receive a report from a telephone 3

Demonstrate receiving business call from the public 3

Demonstrate the use of portable radio equipment 4

Communicate the need for assistance (MAYDAY) 1

SCBA

Identify/Describe components of SCBA 26

Demonstrate donning/doffing an SCBA 1

Use SCBA in restricted passage 1

Conservation of air (skip breathing) 1

Emergency procedures: face piece failure 1

Emergency procedures: interruption of air 1

Emergency procedures: "free-flow" of air 1

Emergency procedures: exhalation valve being seared

shut 1

Doff and perform a check of an in-service SCBA

without cylinder change 1

Doff and perform a check of an in-service SCBA with

cylinder change 1

Inspect/Clean/Sanitize SCBA 24

ER Response

Demonstrate safety while responding on apparatus 5

Establish and operate in work areas at an emergency

scene 6

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SECTION

TRAINING IN-HOUSE




Forcible Entry

Proper care/maintenance of forcible entry hand tools

and equipment 27

Force entry on swinging door 7a

Force entry on sliding door 7a

Force entry on overhead door 7a

Force entry on sliding window 7b

Force entry on double-hung window 7b

Force entry on casement window 7b

Force entry on masonry wall 7c

Force entry on metal wall 7c

Force entry on wood wall 7c

Safety Demonstrate exiting using a hose/tag line 8

Demonstrate exiting using a wall 8

Ladders

Demonstrate carry/position/raise/lower ladders/24' &

35' 9

Demonstrate climbing, working on and descending

ladder 9

Demonstrate bringing a victim down a ladder 9

Deploy roof ladder on pitched roof 9

Inspect, maintain, and clean aerial or ground ladder 22

Water Supply

Hydrant-to-pumper connection: forward hose lay 17

Hydrant-to-pumper connection: reverse hose lay 17

Demonstrate hand lay of 200' 2 ½" hose, pumper to

water 17

Assemble equipment for drafting operation: static

source 18

Assemble equipment for drafting operation: portable

tank 18

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SECTION

TRAINING IN-HOUSE




Hose, Nozzles,

Appliances

Demonstrate set-up of a master stream device FGE 2

Demonstrate proper method for extending a charged

line FGE 3

Demonstrate proper method for replacing burst section FGE 3

Couple/uncouple hose: foot-tilt method FGE 3

Couple/uncouple hose: two-fire fighter method FGE 3

Advance attack line into structure FGE 3

Advance attack line up ladder to second floor window

or roof 9/FGE 3

Advance attack line up/down, inside/outside stairway FGE 3

Single hose section drain and carry 28

Accordion shoulder carry 28

Load supply hose using flat or accordion hose loads 28

Load attack hose lines using flat, triple layer,

minuteman 28

Demonstrate a straight roll 29

Demonstrate a donut roll 29

Demonstrate cleaning, inspecting, maintaining fire hose 28/29

Demonstrate cleaning, inspecting, maintaining nozzles 28/29

Search and

Rescue

Search for victim in structure and remove 12

Move victim 40' using extremity carry 12

Move an unconscious victim 40' using a blanket drag 12

Remove unconscious fire fighter with functioning

SCBA using appropriate carry/drag 10

Remove unconscious fire fighter with non-functioning

SCBA using appropriate carry/drag 11

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SECTION

TRAINING IN-HOUSE




Ventilation

Clean and inspect ventilation equipment 23

Determine integrity of a roof by sounding FGE 4

Break glass while working from ground FGE 4

Break glass while working from ladder FGE 4

Open ventilation on a pitched/flat roof FGE 4

Open ventilation on a floor FGE 4

Set-up smoke ejector using "negative" pressure FGE 4

Set-up blower fan for "positive" pressure FGE 4

Overhaul

Expose and extinguish hidden fires in walls, ceilings,

and floors 13

Air

Monitoring Operate Air Monitoring System 14

Conserve

Property

Fold/roll salvage cover for one-fire fighter spread 15

Fold/roll salvage cover for two-fire fighter spread 15

Demonstrate one-fire fighter deployment 15

Demonstrate two-fire fighter deployment (balloon

throw) 15

Construct water chute 15

Construct catchall 15

Cover/close building openings 15

Separate charred from uncharred material 15

Stop flow from discharging sprinkler head 16

Operate main control valve 16

Inspect/Clean/Maintain salvage cover 26

Extinguishers Use a portable fire extinguisher on Class A, B, and C

fires. 19

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SECTION

TRAINING IN-HOUSE




Fire Ground

Demonstrate use of lighting equipment 20

Demonstrate shutting off propane or natural gas valve 21

Secure power to structure: shut off main power

breaker 21

Ropes and

Knots

Demonstrate how to clean, inspect, and store rope 25

Demonstrate how to tie a clove hitch 2

Demonstrate how to tie a Becket Bend 2

Demonstrate how to tie a Bowline 2

Demonstrate how to tie a figure eight 2

Demonstrate how to tie a figure eight on a bight 2

Demonstrate how to tie a figure eight follow through 2

Demonstrate how to tie a rescue knot 2

Demonstrate how to tie a girth hitch 2

Demonstrate how to tie a running bowline 2

Demonstrate how to tie and hoist a pike pole 2

Demonstrate how to tie and hoist an axe 2

Demonstrate how to hoist a dry line 2

Demonstrate how to hoist a charged line 2

Demonstrate how to tie and raise a vent saw 2

Demonstrate how to tie and raise a ladder 2

Fire Ground

Evolutions

Demonstrate an offensive attack on a vehicle fire FGE 1

Demonstrate an offensive attack on an exterior Class A

fire FGE 2

Demonstrate an offensive attack on an interior

structure fire FGE 3

Demonstrate an offensive attack on a ground cover fire FGE 5

Demonstrate horizontal ventilation FGE 4

Demonstrate vertical ventilation FGE 4

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FIRE FIGHTER TRAINING RECORD: FFII 2019 Standard

SECTION

TRAINING IN-HOUSE




General

Demonstrate procedures for assuming and

transferring command at an emergency scene using

the ICS system

1

Communications Complete an incident report 2

Communicate the need for assistance 3

Fire Ground

Operations

Demonstrate procedures to extinguish combustible

liquids fire 4

Coordinate an interior attack during a structure fire 5

Control fire involving gas cylinder - Master stream 6

Control fire involving gas cylinder - Fire attack 6

Protect evidence of fire cause and origin 7

Rescue

Operations

Demonstrate evolution of displacing vehicle glass to

include windshield 8

Demonstrate the evolution of displacing a vehicle roof 8

Demonstrate the evolution of displacing a vehicle door 8

Demonstrate the evolution of displacing steering

wheel/steering column" 8

Demonstrate evolution of displacing a vehicle

dashboard 8

Assist rescue operations teams 9

Prevention,

Preparedness,

Maintenance

Demonstrate inspection procedures for a private

dwelling 10

Present a fire safety information program 11

Prepare a pre-incident survey 12

Demonstrate the service and maintenance of power

plants and lighting equipment 13

Demonstrate annual service test for fire hose 14

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APPENDIX B – EXAMINATION

REQUEST FORM

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EXAMINATION REQUEST FORM

Please complete all information on BOTH sides of this form and return to the NDFA at least 30 days prior to the requested examination

date. A separate request MUST be made for each level of certification exam desired and for each exam date. Send completed

forms to [email protected].

Basic Level

Discipline Written Manipulative Written Manipulative Curriculum Edition

Fire Fighter FFI FF II J&B

Number Taking Written Examination: Number Taking Manipulative Exam:

Requested Test Date(s): Requested Test Start Time(s): _______________________________

Testing Tablets Needed for Written Examination: ____________

Examination Location:

Contact Name: Department Name and Address:

Contact Phone Number:

By the signature below we acknowledge that training records exist to support that everyone who will attend the exam has received a

learning experience in each subject area required for testing and has met all other requirements for the level being examined for as

specified in the Certification Policy and Procedures Manual. Department requesting the above exam, will have appropriate space and safe

accommodations and equipment for all written and manipulative skills

Fire Chief/Head of Department (Signature) Training Officer (Signature)

Fire Chief/Head of Department (Typed/Printed) Training Officer (Typed/Printed)

Examination Request for Written / Skills – Check the appropriate level

mailto:[email protected]

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Type or print names of candidates taking examination

Candidates Printed Name Department Last Four of

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Send Request form to:

North Dakota Firefighter’s Association

1502 Grumman Lane, Suite 2, Bismarck, ND 58504

Fax: (701) 222-2899

Email: [email protected]

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APPENDIX C – CANDIDATE

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT FORM

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Candidate Testing Acknowledgement Form

I (print/type your name) acknowledge that I have been scheduled for my

certification test. I have read and understood the applicable standard and am fully aware of the prerequisites for the

certification for which I am testing. I also understand that I must present a copy of my training record and any proof of

prerequisite completion prior to being tested unless it has been documented by NDFA prior to. I further acknowledge

that it is my sole responsibility to ensure that this documentation has been met.

Please initial each statement below and sign where indicated:

I acknowledge the required prerequisites for the level for which I am testing on and will ensure I present any to the evaluator

prior to testing.

I understand that failure to follow the above requirement will result in my exam being cancelled.

SIGNATURE: I indicate by my signature below that I have read the terms and conditions of this protocol and

acknowledge that I understand it. My signature below indicates that I have read and freely signed this agreement,

which takes effect as a sealed instrument.

Candidate Signature Date

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