Peach
Fire Department

Instructor-led discussion of rescue apparatus driver-operator topics. Officer selects focus. Topics that fit this sheet include: rescue / squad apparatus types (heavy rescue, light rescue, rescue-pumper combo), apparatus inventory and compartment organization, scene lighting (light tower deployment, scene lights, generator startup / shutdown / load management), generator operations (PTO vs onboard diesel, GFCI, neutral bonding, load capacity), hydraulic tool power units (electric, gas, integrated), cord reels and cable management, hydraulic tool deployment (cutters, spreaders, ram, struts), pre-piped or on-board cribbing systems, struts and shoring (Paratech, Res-Q-Jack), SCBA cascade / fill station operations (cylinder fill safety, hydrostatic test verification), winch operations (electric, hydraulic, snatch block, anchor), air bag systems (low / medium / high pressure), thermal imager / monitor stowage, victim/patient packaging gear (stokes, backboards, KED), rescue apparatus inspection per NFPA 1911, and apparatus positioning at MVA / technical rescue scenes (apparatus as shield, scene safety, traffic control). Reference: NFPA 1002, NFPA 1006, NFPA 1670, NFPA 1901, NFPA 1911, IFSTA Pumping Apparatus / Vehicle Extrication. Document specific topic covered.

1. 1. Describe the rescue apparatus operation or system discussed.
2. 2. Demonstrate (or describe) startup and operation of the system.
3. 3. Identify safety considerations specific to the system.
4. 4. Discuss inspection items relevant to the system.
5. 5. Review department rescue apparatus SOG and scene positioning.

For firefighters from other departments.