Peach
Fire Department

Instructor-led discussion / hands-on familiarization for Driver/Operator topics. Officer selects focus. Topics that fit this sheet include: pump theory (centrifugal, positive displacement), pump panel familiarization, engaging the pump (PTO, split-shaft), pumping from tank vs hydrant vs draft, drafting setup and priming, friction loss calculations, nozzle pressures (smooth bore vs combination, fog), elevation gain/loss, hand jack vs gated wye operations, supplying master streams and aerials, foam systems (CAFS, Class A, Class B, eductor), tandem pumping / relay pumping, EVOC (driving — backing, turns, intersections, response), apparatus inspection (NFPA 1911), aerial operations and load chart, and aerial stabilization. Reference: NFPA 1002, NFPA 1410, NFPA 1500, NFPA 1911, IFSTA Pumping Apparatus D/O. Document specific topic covered.

1. 1. Describe the pump theory or operation discussed.
2. 2. Calculate pump discharge pressure for a given scenario.
3. 3. Identify pump panel controls and gauges.
4. 4. Discuss apparatus inspection items relevant to the topic.
5. 5. Review department pump operations SOG.

For firefighters from other departments.