firefighter series performance task manual

South Carolina Fire Academy/July 2015/Revision 0

Firefighter Series


Welcome to the South Carolina Fire Service! Welcome to the fire service, one of the best and noblest occupations in the world. The SC Fire Academy is excited to assist you in your professional training and development. To achieve certification for the position of Firefighter, you will complete a series of training programs which includes knowledge and skills elements. Reference this student workbook when enrolled in any Firefighter Series course offered by the South Carolina Fire Academy. Along with the student workbook you will be issued the IFSTA Essentials of Firefighting; 6th Edition textbook. These are the needed materials for any certification path.

Paths to Certification Traditional: Fundamentals of Firefighting (1152) Firefighter I (1153) Firefighter II (1154)

Recruit: Resident (1151) Firefighter I (1155) Firefighter II (1154)

Hybrid: Firefighter I (1402) Firefighter II (1403)

High School and Career Technology Centers: Firefighter I (1196) Firefighter II (1197)

SC Basic Responder: Basic Responder (1701) Fire Ground Support (1702) Exterior Firefighter (1703) Interior Firefighter (1705)

Contact your training officer or regional coordinator if you have questions about the training path you are on. This workbook and the IFSTA Essentials of Firefighting, 6th edition will be all you need to complete your firefighter series. Once issued, no additional materials are provided; it is the student’s responsibility to keep this book and manual for future courses and to procure any additional copies if lost.


Using This Workbook

This workbook is divided into separate sections:

1. Schedules There is a schedule provided for each class. Every schedule lists a timeframe for each chapter covered in the particular class and also for the development of skills related to each chapter. The chapter tab provides a list of the skills for each chapter. Schedules for Resident Recruit Program, High School and Career Technology and the SC Basic Responder programs are provided directly to the instructors and are not provided in this workbook. Your Instructor will provide the class schedule during the class orientation.

2. Skill development and skill sheets Testing for the skills portion of each class is based on the skill steps in this workbook. Several skills are presented differently than in the IFSTA Essentials of Firefighting textbook; always follow this workbook. The tabs in the manual indicate by chapter where the curriculum coincides in the Essentials of Firefighting, 6th Edition textbook. Refer to the class schedule for the specific skills required for each class.

Skills sheets - The skills sheets provide step by step instructions for skill performance during evaluation. You will need to be able to demonstrate these skills at the completion of the course. Students will be tested on skills chosen by random selection. Skills have critical fail components that are designated on the skill sheets in bold. Skills demonstration graphics – Each skill in this workbook includes a series of pictures demonstrating the key components of the skill. The steps directly correspond to the skill steps on the Skills Evaluation Checklist. QR codes - On the upper right hand corner of each skill sheet is a QR code. This QR code provides a YouTube video link that can be accessed by a smart device to view how the skill is performed. You must have a QR reader app on your phone to view these.

3. Competency Profile The competency profile tab provides not only a directions page with a detailed description of SCFA policies regarding certification skills assessment but also the final documentation needed for submitting your skills evaluation upon completion. Carefully review the directions listed under the competency profile tab before the skills evaluation. This will describe the requirements for examination, evaluation, and retesting policies at the SCFA. We wish you well in your fire service training. If you have any questions concerning your class, talk with your instructor or training officer.

For any general SC Fire Academy questions, refer to the academy’s web site (http://www.scfa.state.sc.us) or contact your regional coordinator.

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Schedule

Fundamentals of Firefighting (1152) South Carolina Firefighter Series

South Carolina Fire Academy/July 2015/Rev 0

Date Chap # Topic Time Instructor(s) 1 Orientation 45 min

2 Safety & Health 5 hrs Safety & Health Skills Development

1.1 Locate information in dept. documents 2.1 Mount and dismount and apparatus 2.2 Scene management

4 hrs

3 Communications 1 hr

Communication Skills Development 3.1 Handle emergency & non-emergency calls 3.2 Portable radio usage

2 hrs

4 Building Construction 2 hrs

5 Fire Behavior 5 hrs

6 Personal Protective Equipment 5 hrs

PPE Skills Development 6.1 Don structural personal protective equipment 6.2 Don PPE / SCBA for use at an emergency 6.3 Don SCBA while seated 6.4 Doff personal protective equipment 6.5 Inspect SCBA 6.6 Change SCBA cylinder

7 hrs

Phases of Fire Burn (If facilities permit) 1 hr

7 Fire Extinguishers 2 hrs

Fire Extinguisher Skills Development 7.1 Operate water extinguisher

3 hrs

9 Search, Victim Removal, & Survival 3 hrs

Search, Victim Removal, & Survival Skills Development

9.1 Perform a primary search 9.2 Perform a secondary search 9.3 Perform webbing drag 9.4 Perform extremities lift/carry 9.5 Perform MAYDAY report 9.6 Perform SCBA air emergency 9.7 Hostile environment with hoseline 9.8 Perform low profile maneuvers 9.9 Disentangle from debris or wires

6 hrs

11 Forcible Entry

5 hrs



Forcible Entry Skills Development 11.1 Hand tools and equipment 11.2 Power tools and equipment 11.3 Forcible entry inward door 11.4 Forcible entry outward door 11.5 Force entry through-the-lock 11.6 Force entry through padlocks 11.7 Force entry through a double-hung door

8 hrs

12 Ground Ladders 3 hrs

Ground Ladder Skills Development 12.1 Clean, inspect and maintain a ladder 12.2 Ladders – one-firefighter method 12.3 Ladders – two-firefighter carry, flat raise 12.4 Ladders – two-firefighter carry, beam raise 12.5 Deploy a roof ladder 12.6 Shift a ladder – one-firefighter method 12.7 Leg lock on a ground ladder 12.8 Assist a conscious victim down a ladder 12.9 Assist an unconscious victim down a ladder

6 hrs

15 Fire Hose 3 hrs

Fire Hose Skills Development 15.1 Inspect and maintain a fire hose 15.2 Straight hose roll 15.3 Donut hose roll 15.4 Flat hose load 15.5 Accordion hose load 15.6 Pre-connected flat hose load 15.7 Triple layer hose load 15.8 Forward lay 15. 9 Reverse lay 15.10 Advance a hose load 15.11 Advance charged hoseline 15.12 Advance hoseline into a structure 15.13 Advance hoseline up and down stairs 15.14 Standpipe connection 15.15 Advance uncharged line up ladder 15.16 Advance charged line up a ladder 15.17 Operate a charged line from a ladder 15.18 Operate a large hoseline – one firefighter 15.19 Operate a large hoseline – two firefighter 15.20 Extend a hoseline 15.21 Burst hoseline

12 hrs

16 Fire Streams 3 hrs

Fire Stream Skills Development 16.1 Broken stream nozzle

6 hrs



17 Fire Control 3 hrs

Fire Control Skills Development 17.1 Suppress interior fire – direct attack 17.2 Suppress interior fire – indirect attack 17.3 Suppress interior fire – combination attack 17.4 Attack fire above, below & ground level 17.5 Turn off building utilities 17.6 Connect hoseline to FDC 17.7 Sprinkler system control valve 17.8 Stop the flow of water from a sprinkler head 17.9 Portable master stream device 17.10 Vehicle fire 17.11 Attack a fire in stacked or piled materials 17.12 Combat a ground cover fire 17.13 Construct a fire line

5 hrs

Skills Review 4 hrs

1152 Total Time 105 hrs

Evaluation Date Testing Time Instructor(s)

1.) Written 1 hr

2.) Phases of Fire Burn

3.) Skills Performance

1 hr

6 hrs

1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8.


Firefighter I (1153) South Carolina Firefighter Series

Date Chap # Topic Time Instructor(s) Orientation 30 min

8 Ropes, Webbing, & Knots 3 hrs

Ropes, Webbing, & Knots Skills Development

8.1 Inspect, clean and store rope 8.2 Tie an overhand knot 8.3 Tie a bowline 8.4 Tie a clove hitch 8.5 Tie a clove hitch around an object 8.6 Tie a figure-eight knot 8.7 Tie a figure-eight bend 8.8 Tie a figure-eight on a bight 8.9 Tie a figure-eight follow through 8.10 Tie a water knot 8.11 Hoist an axe 8.12 Hoist a pike pole 8.13 Hoist a dry hoseline 8.14 Hoist a charged hoseline

4 hrs

10 Scene Lighting, Rescue Tools, & Rescue 30 min

13 Tactical Ventilation 4 hrs

Tactical Ventilation Skills Development 10.12 Illuminate the emergency scene 13.1 Ventilate using mech. positive pressure 13.2 Ventilate using a power saw 13.3 Ventilate using an axe

4 hrs

14 Water Supply 2.5 hrs

Water Supply Skills Development 14.1 Operate a hydrant 14.2 Make soft-sleeve hydrant connection 14.3 Hard-suction hose for drafting

3 hrs

18 Loss Control 2 hrs


Firefighter I (1153) South Carolina Firefighter Series

Loss Control Skills Development

18.1 Salvage cover maintenance 18.2 Roll a salvage cover 18.3 Spread a rolled salvage cover 18.4 Fold salvage cover 18.5 Spread a folded salvage cover 18.6 Two-firefighter folding salvage cover 18.7 Two-firefighter balloon throw 18.8 Construct water chute without pike poles 18.9 Construct water chute with pike poles 18.10 Construct a catchall 18.11 Make a chute and attach to a catchall 18.12 Locate and extinguish hidden fires

4 hrs

19 Fire Origin & Cause 1.5 hrs

21 Fire & Life Safety Initiatives 1.5 hrs

Skills Review 4 hrs


Evaluation

Date Testing Time Instructor(s) 1.) Written 2 hrs

2.) Skills Performance 8 hrs 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8.


Firefighter II (1154) South Carolina Firefighter Series

Date Chap # Topic Time Instructor(s) Orientation 30 min

3 Communications 1 hr 30 min

Communications Skills Development 3.1 Create an incident report

1 hr


10 Scene Lighting, Rescue Tools, & Technical Rescue

2 hrs 30 min

Scene Lighting, Rescue Tools, & Technical Rescue Skills Development

10.1 Portable generators and lighting equip. 2 hrs

15 Fire Hose 2 hrs 30 min

Fire Hose Skills Development 15.1 Service test fire hose

3 hrs

16 Fire Streams 3 hrs 30 min

Fire Streams Skills Development 16.1 In-line foam eductor 16.2 Extinguish ignitable liquid fire

2 hrs

17 Fire Control 3 hrs 30 min

Fire Control Skills Development 17.1 Incident command of a structure fire

4 hrs

19 Fire Origin & Cause 2 hrs

20 Fire Protection Systems 2 hrs

21 Fire Prevention & Public Education 3 hrs

Fire Prevention & Public Education Skills Development

19.1 Fire cause and origin 21.1 Fire safety survey 21.2 Fire and life safety presentation 21.3 Fire station tour 21.4 Pre-incident planning survey

3 hrs

Interior Fire Attack 1 hr

Interior Fire Attack Skills Review 4 hrs



Firefighter II (1154) South Carolina Firefighter Series

Evaluation

Date Testing Time Instructor(s) 1.) Written 2 hrs


Regional Recruit FFI (1155) South Carolina Firefighter Series


Date Chap # Topic Time Instructor(s) 1 Orientation 45 min 2 Safety & Health 5 hrs

Safety & Health Skills Development 1.1 Locate information in dept. documents 2.1 Mount and dismount and apparatus 2.2 Scene management

4 hrs



2 hrs





7 hrs


7 Fire Extinguishers 2 hrs

Fire Extinguisher Skills Development 7.1 Operate water extinguisher

3 hrs




4 hrs



9 Search, Victim Removal, & Survival 3 hrs



6 hrs

10 Scene Lighting, Rescue Tools, & Rescue 30 min

Scene Lighting Skills Development 10.12 Illuminate the emergency scene

11 Forcible Entry 5 hrs


8 hrs

12 Ground Ladders 3 hrs


6 hrs

13 Tactical Ventilation 4 hrs

Tactical Ventilation Skills Development 13.1 Ventilate using mech. positive pressure 13.2 Ventilate using a power saw 13.3 Ventilate using an axe

4 hrs




Water Supply Skills Development 14.1 Operate a hydrant 14.2 Make soft-sleeve hydrant connection 14.3 Hard-suction hose for drafting 14.4 Portable water tank

3 hrs

15 Fire Hose 3 hrs Fire Hose Skills Development

15.1 Inspect and maintain a fire hose 15.2 Straight hose roll 15.3 Donut hose roll 15.4 Flat hose load 15.5 Accordion hose load 15.6 Pre-connected flat hose load 15.7 Triple layer hose load 15.8 Forward lay 15. 9 Reverse lay 15.10 Advance a hose load 15.11 Advance charged hoseline 15.12 Advance hoseline into a structure 15.13 Advance hoseline up and down stairs 15.14 Standpipe connection 15.15 Advance uncharged line up ladder 15.16 Advance charged line up a ladder 15.17 Operate a charged line from a ladder 15.18 Operate a large hoseline – one firefighter 15.19 Operate a large hoseline – two firefighter 15.20 Extend a hoseline 15.21 Burst hoseline

12 hrs

16 Fire Streams 3 hrs

Fire Stream Skills Development 16.1 Broken stream nozzle 6 hrs

17 Fire Control 3 hrs


5 hrs



18 Loss Control 2 hrs

Loss Control Skills Development 18.1 Salvage cover maintenance 18.2 Roll a salvage cover 18.3 Spread a rolled salvage cover 18.4 Fold salvage cover 18.5 Spread a folded salvage cover 18.6 Two-firefighter folding salvage cover 18.7 Two-firefighter balloon throw 18.8 Construct water chute without pike poles 18.9 Construct water chute with pike poles 18.10 Construct a catchall 18.11 Make a chute and attach to a catchall 18.12 Locate and extinguish hidden fires

4 hrs

19 Fire Origin & Cause 1.5 hrs

21 Fire & Life Safety Initiatives 1.5 hrs

Skills Review 4 hrs


Evaluation

Date Testing Time Instructor(s) 1.) Written 1 hr



1 hr

6 hrs


Hybrid Firefighter I (1402) South Carolina Firefighter Series

*Please note that all times listed for this course are approximate. Your instructor may adjust these times as necessary.

Date Chap # Topic *Time Instructor(s) 1 Orientation 30 min

2 Safety & Health 3 hrs Safety & Health Skills Development

1.1 Locate information in dept. documents 2.1 Mount and dismount and apparatus 2.2 Scene management

4 hrs

3 Communications 30 min


2 hrs

4 Building Construction 1 hr




7 hrs


7 Fire Extinguishers 1 hr

Fire Extinguisher Skills Development 7.1 Operate water extinguisher 3 hrs




4 hrs



9 Search, Victim Removal, & Survival 1.5 hrs



6 hrs

10 Scene Lighting, Rescue Tools, &

Rescue 30 min

Scene Lighting Skills Development

10.12 Illuminate the emergency scene

11 Forcible Entry 3 hrs


8 hrs

12 Ground Ladders 1.5 hrs


6 hrs

13 Tactical Ventilation 2.5 hrs

Tactical Ventilation Skills Development

13.1 Ventilate using mech. positive pressure 13.2 Ventilate using a power saw 13.3 Ventilate using an axe

4 hrs




Water Supply Skills Development 14.1 Operate a hydrant 14.2 Make soft-sleeve hydrant connection 14.3 Hard-suction hose for drafting 14.4 Portable water tank

3 hrs

15 Fire Hose 1.5 hrs

Fire Hose Skills Development 15.1 Inspect and maintain a fire hose 15.2 Straight hose roll 15.3 Donut hose roll 15.4 Flat hose load 15.5 Accordion hose load 15.6 Pre-connected flat hose load 15.7 Triple layer hose load 15.8 Forward lay 15. 9 Reverse lay 15.10 Advance a hose load 15.11 Advance charged hoseline 15.12 Advance hoseline into a structure 15.13 Advance hoseline up and down stairs 15.14 Standpipe connection 15.15 Advance uncharged line up ladder 15.16 Advance charged line up a ladder 15.17 Operate a charged line from a ladder 15.18 Operate a large hoseline – one firefighter 15.19 Operate a large hoseline – two firefighter 15.20 Extend a hoseline 15.21 Burst hoseline

12 hrs

16 Fire Streams 1.5 hrs

Fire Stream Skills Development 16.1 Broken stream nozzle 6 hrs

17 Fire Control 1.5 hrs


5 hrs



18 Loss Control 1 hr Loss Control Skills Development

18.1 Salvage cover maintenance 18.2 Roll a salvage cover 18.3 Spread a rolled salvage cover 18.4 Fold salvage cover 18.5 Spread a folded salvage cover 18.6 Two-firefighter folding salvage cover 18.7 Two-firefighter balloon throw 18.8 Construct water chute without pike poles 18.9 Construct water chute with pike poles 18.10 Construct a catchall 18.11 Make a chute and attach to a catchall 18.12 Locate and extinguish hidden fires

4 hrs

19 Fire Origin & Cause 1 hr

21 Fire & Life Safety Initiatives 1 hr

Skills Review 4 hrs

1402 Total Time 115.5

hrs

Evaluation

Date Testing Time Instructor(s) 1.) Written 1 hr



1 hr

6 hrs



*Please note that all times listed for this course are approximate. Your instructor may adjust these times as necessary

Date Chap # Topic * Time Instructor(s) Orientation 30 min


Communications Skills Development 3.1 Create an incident report 1 hr

4 Building Construction 1.5 hrs

10 Scene Lighting, Rescue Tools, & Technical Rescue 1 hr

Scene Lighting, Rescue Tools, & Technical Rescue Skills Development

10.1 Portable generators and lighting equip. 2 hrs

15 Fire Hose 1.5 hrs

Fire Hose Skills Development 15.1 Service test fire hose 3 hrs

16 Fire Streams 1.5 hrs

Fire Streams Skills Development 16.1 In-line foam eductor 16.2 Extinguish ignitable liquid fire

2 hrs

17 Fire Control 1.5 hrs

Fire Control Skills Development 17.1 Incident command of a structure fire 4 hrs

19 Fire Origin & Cause 1 hr

20 Fire Protection Systems 1 hr

21 Fire Prevention & Public Education 1.5 hrs

Fire Prevention & Public Education Skills Development

19.1 Fire cause and origin 21.1 Fire safety survey 21.2 Fire and life safety presentation 21.3 Fire station tour 21.4 Pre-incident planning survey

3 hrs

Interior Fire Attack 1 hr

Interior Fire Attack Skills Review 4 hrs




Evaluation

Date Testing Time Instructor(s)

1.) Written 2 hrs


Chapter 1

South Carolina Firefighter Series Orientation and Fire Service History

Firefighter I Skill 1.1 Locate information in department documents and standards

[NFPA 1001, 2013 Edition, 5.3.17, 5.3.17(B)]

Directions

For this skills evaluation checklist, the student will identify where department documents are located in the work area, such as, department Standard Operating Procedures, maintenance forms, daily log books, and other related reference materials.

Equipment & Materials

• Standard Operating Procedure manual(s) • Department procedure manual(s) • Department forms • Department Rules & Regulations manual

Objective

Locate information in department documents and standards

Skills Evaluation Checklist

Task Steps 1st 2nd 3rd

1. Determine the location of the appropriate manual.

2. Obtain the manual and locate the requested policy or procedure.

3. Report the policy or procedure to the Evaluator.

4. Return the policy or procedure to the correct location.

The student must successfully complete 3 out of 4 task steps to obtain a “PASS” rating.

South Carolina Fire Academy/April 2014/Rev 0

Chapter 2

South Carolina Firefighter Series Firefighter Safety and Health


Firefighter I Skill 2.1 Mount and dismount an apparatus

[NFPA 1001, 2013 Edition, 5.3.2, 5.3.3]

Directions

For this skills evaluation checklist, students will correctly mount and dismount an apparatus for incident response. Students should follow the procedures appropriate for their department’s particular apparatus and equipment.


• Appropriate PPE • Fire apparatus

Objective

Respond to an incident, correctly mounting and dismounting an apparatus



1. Don appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE).

2. Mount apparatus using handrails and steps. (3 points of contact)

3. Sit in a seat within the cab and fasten safety belt.

4. Remain seated with safety belt fastened until instructed by evaluator.

5. Unfasten safety belt and prepare to dismount when instructed by evaluator.

6. Check for hazards before dismounting the apparatus.

7. Dismount apparatus using handrails and steps. Forward or Backward (3 points of contact)




Skill 2.1 Mount & Dismount Apparatus

Step 2. Mount apparatus using handrails and steps. (3 points of contact)

Step 1. Don appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE).

Step 3. Sit in a seat within the cab and fasten safety belt.

Step 4. Remain seated with safety belt fastened until instructed by evaluator.



Skill 2.1 Mount and Dismount Apparatus

Step 7. Dismount apparatus using handrails and steps. Forward or backward. (3 points of contact)

Step 6. Check for hazards before dismounting the apparatus.

Step 5. Unbuckle seat belt and prepare to dismount when instructed by evaluator.



Firefighter I Skill 2.2 Perform scene management at a roadway incident

[NFPA 1001, 2013 Edition, 5.3.3]

Directions

For this skills evaluation checklist, the candidate will demonstrate scene management at roadway incidents using traffic and scene control devices while wearing appropriate PPE, including reflective vest. You should determine the area for candidates to set up and operate in for this skill.


• Appropriate PPE, with reflective vest • Traffic cones and scene control devices

Objective

Demonstrate scene management at roadway incidents using traffic and scene control devices



1. Don appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE), with reflective vest.

2. Set up traffic cones and scene control devices appropriate to the assignment following local procedures.

3. Set up established work areas.

4. Perform tasks as directed to complete the assignment.

5. Remove traffic cones and scene control devices.




Skill 2.2 Scene Management

Step 5. Remove traffic cones and scene control devices.

Step 3. Set up established work areas. Step 4. Perform tasks as directed to complete the assignments.

Step 2. Set up traffic cones and scene control devices appropriate to assignment (following local procedures).

Step 1. Don appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE), including reflective vest.

Chapter 3

South Carolina Firefighter Series Fire Department Communications


Firefighter I Skill 3.1 Handle emergency and non-emergency calls

(NFPA 1001, 2013 Edition, 5.2.1, 5.5.2)

Directions

For this skills evaluation checklist, students will handle business calls and reports of emergencies.


• Paper and pencil • Telephone

Objective

Handle emergency and nonemergency calls



Receive a Report of an Emergency

1. Answer telephone promptly. a. Identify agency b. Assertive and professional c. Non-emotional

2. Gather information on nature of emergency, address, location, and situation. Gather information on caller: Name, address, and callback number.

3. Provide life safety directions if caller is at immediate risk.

4. Transfer information according to local procedures. a. Forward caller or incident information b. Pass along to dispatcher, responding units, etc.

5. End call according to local procedures.




Skill 3.1 Handle Emergency & Non-Emergency Calls

Step 1. Answer telephone promptly. a. Identify agency b. Be assertive and professional c. Non-emotional

Step 2. Gather information on nature of emergency, address, location, and situation. Gather information on caller: Name, address, and callback number. Step 3. Provide life safety directions if caller is at immediate risk. Step 4. Transfer information according to local procedures.

a. Forward caller or incident information b. Pass along to dispatcher, responding units, etc.

Step 5. End call according to local procedures.



Firefighter I Skill 3.2 Use a portable radio for routine and emergency traffic

(NFPA 1001, 2013 Edition, 5.2.1, 5.2.3)

Directions

For this skills evaluation checklist, students will use a portable radio for emergency traffic.


• Portable radio • Full PPE/SCBA

Objective

Use a portable radio for emergency traffic.



1. Turn on radio and rotate the selector knob to assigned channel.

2. Hold the microphone in position 1 to 2 inches from your mouth at a 45-degree angle.

3. Depress the transmit button, holding down until through with transmission.

4. Announce “emergency traffic” (or department’s standard emergency traffic break-in message), interrupting air traffic as necessary.

5. Wait for Incident Commander (IC) or dispatch to acknowledge.

6. Transmit emergency traffic message following department’s SOPs.

7. Repeat message until Command verifies information given.




Skill 3.2 Use a portable radio for routine and emergency traffic

Step 4. Announce “emergency traffic” (or department’s standard emergency traffic break-in message), interrupting air traffic as necessary. Step 5. Wait for Incident Commander (IC) or dispatch to acknowledge. Step 6. Transmit emergency traffic message following department’s SOPs. Step 7. Repeat message until command verifies information given.

Step 1. Turn on radio and rotate the selector knob to assigned channel Step 2. Hold the microphone in position 1 to

2 inches from your mouth at a 45-degree angle. Step 3. Depress the transmit button, holding down until through with transmission.



Firefighter II Skill 3.1 Create an Incident Report

(NFPA 1001, 6.2.1)

Directions

For this skills evaluation checklist, students will create an Incident Report. Students should follow any policies of your local Department for creating Incident Reports. You must provide students with situations for the Incident Report. Possible situations could be:

Two-car collision – Multiple injuries, one person pinned inside the wreckage, extrication required, Single Company response with ambulance Medical response – Victim unresponsive, possible heart attack, Single Company response with ambulance assigned

Ground-cover fire – Multi-unit response, structures threatened Odor of smoke – Investigate, commercial structure, strip mall, Single Company response, during business hours Waterflow alarm sounding – Warehouse structure, Multi-unit response


• Incident report form, pen and/or pencils • Situations for students

Objective

Create an Incident Report





1. Gather notes and other information on the incident: a. Times b. Incident location c. Occupant information d. Unit(s) and personnel involved e. Actions taken f. Outcome of incident, e.g. fire loss, cause, etc.

2. Record information on Incident Report form (written or electronic version) used by Department: a. All pertinent information fields completed b. Information is accurate

3. Review incident report and make corrections or revisions as needed.

4. Finalize and process report according to Department policy: a. Signature b. Save electronic report c. File or forward as appropriate

The student must successfully complete “3 out of 4” task steps to obtain a “PASS” rating.



Skill 3.1 Create an Incident Report

Step 3. Review incident report and make corrections or revisions as needed. Step 4. Finalize and process report according to Department policy.

Step 2. Record information on incident report form (written or electronic) used by Department.

Step 1. Gather notes and other information on the incident.

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hapter 6

South Carolina Firefighter Series Firefighter Personal Protective Equipment


Firefighter I Skill 6.1 Don structural personal protective clothing

[NFPA 1001, 2013 Edition, 5.1.2, 5.3.1, 5.3.2, 5.3.3]

Directions

For this skills evaluation checklist, students will don personal protective equipment. Students should place personal protective equipment (PPE) in an accessible location.


• Appropriate PPE

Objective

Demonstrate the method for donning structural personal protective clothing for use at an emergency

Skills Evaluation Checklist NOTE: Ensure ensemble is worn according to manufacturer’s guidelines or local standard operating procedures.

SCFA recommends the student will don gear in 90 seconds.


1. Don pants and boots, which includes suspenders in place.

2. Don hood.

3. Don coat with closures secured and collar up.

4. Don helmet with eye protection and chin strap in place and fastened.

5. Don structural firefighter gloves.

The student must successfully complete all of the task steps to obtain a “PASS” rating.



Skill 6.1 Don PPE

Step 4. Don helmet with eye protection on and chin strap in place and fastened. Step 5. Don structural firefighter gloves. NOTE: SCFA recommends to don gear within ninety (90) seconds.

Step 3. Don coat with closure secured and collar up.

Step 2. Don hood. Step 1. Don pants and boots, which includes suspenders in place.



Firefighter I Skill 6.2 Don PPE/SCBA for use at an Emergency

[NFPA 1001, 2013 Edition, 5.3.1, 5.3.2, 5.3.3]

Directions

For this skills evaluation checklist, students will correctly don PPE/SCBA.

The steps given in these skill sheets are general procedures for donning PPE/SCBA. The specific SCBA manufacturer’s recommendations for donning and use of the SCBA should always be followed. Some department SOPs only allow seat-mounted SCBA or the facepiece to be donned upon arrival at the scene after the apparatus has stopped. Local procedures must be followed to ensure the safety of the firefighter. Specific steps for donning may vary by department according to local policy.


• Appropriate PPE including SCBA • PASS Device, if applicable

Objective

Don PPE/SCBA, demonstrate the over-the-head or coat method of donning SCBA




NOTE: The following are general procedures for donning SCBA. The specific SCBA manufacturer’s recommendations for donning and use of the SCBA should always be followed.


1. Don boots, pants, and hood according to manufacturer guidelines with suspenders over shoulders.

2. Don coat with all closers secured and fastened with collar up.

3. Open SCBA cylinder valve completely while checking gauges and listening for audible alarms.

4. Ensure area is safe and state “CLEAR.” Don SCBA either over the head or coat method.

5. Ensure all SCBA straps/buckles are fastened and tight.

6. Don facepiece and check for seal. Don flash hood to ensure all skin and straps are covered.

7. Don helmet with chin strap tightened under chin.

8. Don structural firefighter gloves.

9. Connect SCBA regulator to mask and breathe air.

10. Student completes all steps within two (2) minutes.

The student must successfully complete all task steps to obtain a “PASS” rating.



Skill 6.2 Don PPE /SCBA

Step 3. Open SCBA cylinder valve completely while checking gauges and listening for audible alarms.

Step 1. Don boots, pants, and hood according to manufacturer guidelines with suspenders over shoulders. Step 2. Don coat with all closures secured and fastened with collar up.

Step 5. Ensure all SCBA straps/buckles are fastened and tight Step 6. Don facepiece, check for seal, and flash hood with all skin and straps covered Step 7. Don helmet with chin strap tightened under chin.

Step 4. Ensure area is safe and state “CLEAR”. Don SCBA either over the head or coat method.



Skill 6.2 Don PPE/SCBA

Step 8. Don structural firefighter gloves. Step 9. Connect SCBA regulator to mask and breathe air. Step 10. Complete within two (2) minutes



Firefighter I Skill 6.3 Don SCBA while seated

[NFPA 1001, 2013 Edition, 5.3.1, 5.3.2, 5.3.3]

Directions

For this skills evaluation checklist, students will don SCBA.

The steps given in these skill sheets are general procedures for donning SCBA. The specific SCBA manufacturer’s recommendations for donning and use of the SCBA should always be followed. Some department SOPs only allow seat-mounted SCBA or the facepiece to be donned upon arrival at the scene after the apparatus has stopped. Local procedures must be followed to ensure the safety of the firefighter. Specific steps for donning may vary by department according to local policy.


• Appropriate PPE including SCBA • Apparatus with seat mounts

• PASS Device, if applicable

Objective

Wearing full PPE, don SCBA while seated




NOTE: The following are general procedures for donning SCBA. The specific SCBA manufacturer’s recommendations for donning and use of the SCBA should always be followed.


1. Position body in seat with back firmly against the SCBA and release the SCBA hold-down device.

2. Insert arms through shoulder straps.

3. Fasten chest strap, buckle waist strap, and adjust shoulder straps.

4. Fasten seat belt before apparatus gets underway.

5. Safely dismount apparatus, using appropriate situational awareness.

6. Open cylinder valve fully.

7. Open SCBA cylinder valve completely while checking gauges and listing for audible alarms.

8. Don facepiece over the head and securely tighten the straps, pulling the straps straight backwards, not out to the side.

9. After straps are tightened, test the face piece for a proper seal and operation of the exhalation valve. NOTE: Not all facepieces are designed for a seal check without the regulator being attached and activated.

10. Don hood, ensure it covers all exposed skin.

11. Connect air supply to facepiece.

12. Activate external PASS device, if not equipped with integrated device.

13. Don helmet, with chin strap secure and adjusted, and gloves.




Skill 6.3 Don SCBA while seated

Step 2. Insert arms through shoulder straps.

Step 1. Position body in seat with back firmly against the SCBA and release the SCBA hold- down device if applicable.

Step 3. Fasten chest strap, buckle waist strap, and adjust shoulder straps.

Step 4. Fasten seat belt before apparatus gets underway.



Skill 6.3 Don SCBA while seated

Step 6. Open cylinder valve fully. Step 7. Open SCBA cylinder valve completely while checking gauges and listing for audible alarms. Step 8. Don facepiece over head and securely tighten the straps pulling straight backwards.

Step 5. Safely dismount apparatus, using appropriate situational awareness.

Step 10. Don hood, ensure all exposed skin covered. Step 11. Connect air supply to face. Step 12. Activate external PASS if not equipped with integrated. Step 13. Don helmet with chin strap secured and adjusted with gloves.

Step 9. After straps are tightened, test seal.



Firefighter I Skill 6.4 Doff personal protective equipment

[NFPA 1001, 2013 Edition, 5.1.2, 5.3.2, 5.3.3]

Directions

For this skills evaluation checklist, students will doff personal protective equipment and SCBA and prepare for reuse.


• Appropriate PPE including SCBA

Objective

Doff personal protective equipment, including SCBA and prepare for reuse



Doff SCBA

1. Remove SCBA.

2. Close cylinder valve completely.

3. Bleed air from high-and low-pressure hoses, listen for low air alarm activation.

4. Check air cylinder pressure and replace or refill cylinder if not full.

5. Return all straps, valves, and components back to ready state.

6. Inspect SCBA and facepiece for damage and need for cleaning.

7. Clean equipment as needed and remove damaged equipment from service and report to company officer, if applicable.

8. Place SCBA back in storage area so that it is ready for immediate use.




Doff PPE

1. Remove protective clothing.

2. Inspect PPE for damage and need for cleaning.

3. Clean equipment as needed and remove damaged equipment from service and report to company officer, if applicable.

4. Place clothing in a ready state.

Dof f SCB A : The student must successfully complete 6 out of 8 task steps to obtain a “PASS” rating.

Do f f P P E: The student must successfully complete 3 out of 4 task steps to obtain a “PASS” rating.



Skill 6.4 Doff PPE

NOTE: This page depicts Doffing SCBA Skill Steps 1-4

Step 4. Check air cylinder pressure, and replace or refill cylinder if not full.

Step 2. Close cylinder valve completely. Step 1. Remove SCBA

Step 3. Bleed air from high and low- pressure hoses, listen for low air alarm activation.



Skill 6.4 Doff PPE

NOTE: This page depicts Doffing SCBA continued with Skill Steps 5-8. Also depicted is Doffing PPE Skill Steps 1-4

Step 3. Clean equipment as needed and remove damaged equipment from service. Report to Company Officer, if applicable. Step 4. Place PPE in ready state per local regulations.

Step 2. Inspect PPE for damage and need for cleaning.

Step 1. Remove protective clothing. Step 5. Return all straps, valves, & components to ready state. Step 6. Inspect SCBA & facepiece for damage and cleanliness. Step 7. Clean equipment, remove damaged from service. Step 8. Place SCBA back in storage area or on apparatus.



Firefighter I Skill 6.5 Inspect SCBA

[NFPA 1001, 2013 Edition, 5.3.2, 5.5.1]

Directions For this skills evaluation checklist, students will demonstrate the steps for inspecting a SCBA.

Always refer to manufacturer’s instructions regarding any variations in SCBA use. For example, on some SCBA, the audible alarm does not sound when the cylinder valve is opened and not all facepieces are designed for a seal check without the regulator being attached and activated.


• Appropriate PPE including SCBA

Objective

Demonstrate steps for inspecting SCBA





1. Identify all components of SCBA are present: harness assembly, cylinder, facepiece, and PASS device.

2. Inspect all components of SCBA for cleanliness and damage.

3. Immediately clean dirty components if found. If damage is found, remove from service and report to company officer.

4. Check that cylinder is full.

5. Open the cylinder valve slowly; verify operation of the low-air alarm and the absence of audible air leaks. NOTE: On some SCBA, the audible alarm does not sound when the cylinder valve is opened.

6. If air leaks are detected, determine if connections need to be tightened or if valves, donning switch, etc. need to be adjusted. Otherwise SCBA with audible leaks due to malfunctions shall be removed from service, tagged, and reported to the company officer.

7. Check that gauges and/or indicators (i.e. heads-up display) are providing similar pressure readings. Manufacturers’ guidelines determine the acceptable range.

8. Check the function of all modes of PASS device.

9. Don facepiece over the head and securely tighten the straps, pulling the straps straight backwards, not out to the side.

10. After straps are tightened, test the facepiece for a proper seal and operation of the exhalation valve. NOTE: Not all facepieces are designed for a seal check without the regulator being attached and activated.

11. Don regulator and check function by taking several normal breaths.

12. Check bypass and/or purge valve, if applicable.

13. Remove facepiece and prepare all components for immediate reuse.

14. Place SCBA components so that they can be accessed quickly for donning in the event of a reported emergency.




Skill 6.5 Inspect SCBA

Step 11. Don regulator and check function. Step 12. Check bypass/purge valve. Step 13. Remove facepiece and components for immediate re-use. Step 14. Place SCBA components for immediate re-use.

Step 4. Check that cylinder is full. Step 5. Open cylinder valve slowly. Verify low air alarm and check for audible leaks. Step 6. If air leaks detected determine if connections need to be tightened or adjusted. Otherwise remove from service and report. Step 7. Check gauges and cylinders are providing similar readings. Manufacturer’s guidelines determine range.

Step 1. Identify all components of SCBA are present. Step 2. Inspect all components for cleanliness & damage. Step 3. Immediately clean dirty components. If damage found, remove from service and report.

Step 8. Check PASS functions. Step 9. Don facepiece with proper method. Step 10. After tightening straps, check seal and exhalation valve.



Firefighter I Skill 6.6 Change SCBA cylinder

[NFPA 1001, 2013 Edition, 5.3.1]

Directions

For this skills evaluation checklist, students will demonstrate changing an SCBA cylinder. Changing cylinders can be either a one-person or a two-person job. Remind students to always follow the recommendations for the specific cylinders your department uses. On some SCBA, the audible alarm does not sound when the cylinder valve is opened. Students must know the operation of the particular unit they are using.


• Appropriate PPE including SCBA • Replacement cylinder

Objective

Demonstrate the one and two-person method for changing SCBA cylinder





One-person method

1. Place the SCBA unit on a firm, clean surface.

2. Fully close the cylinder valve.

3. Release air pressure from high-and low-pressure hoses.

4. Disconnect the high-pressure coupling from the cylinder.

5. Remove the empty cylinder from harness assembly.

6. Verify that replacement cylinder is full.

7. Check cylinder valve opening, the high-pressure hose fitting for debris, and the O-ring.

8. Place the new cylinder into the backpack.

9. Connect the high-pressure hose to the cylinder and hand- tighten.

10. Slowly and fully open the cylinder valve and listen for an audible alarm and leaks as the system pressurizes. NOTE: On some SCBA, the audible alarm does not sound when the cylinder valve is opened. You must know the operation of your own particular unit.

11. If air leaks are detected, determine if connections need to be tightened or if valves, donning switch, etc. need to be adjusted. Otherwise SCBA with audible leaks due to malfunctions shall be removed from service, tagged, and reported to the officer.

12. Don regulator and take normal breaths.

13. Check pressure reading on remote gauge and/or indicators and report reading.





Two-person method

1. FF wearing SCBA: Disconnect the regulator from the facepiece or disconnect the low-pressure hose from the regulator.

2. FF wearing SCBA: Position the cylinder for easy access by kneeling down or bending over.

3. Assisting FF: Fully close the cylinder valve.

4. FF wearing SCBA: Release the air pressure from the high- and low-pressure hoses.

5. Assisting FF: Disconnect the high-pressure coupling from the cylinder.

6. Assisting FF: Remove the empty cylinder from harness assembly.

7. Assisting FF: Inspect replacement cylinder and ensure that cylinder is full.

8. Assisting FF: Place new cylinder into the harness assembly.

9. Assisting FF: Check the cylinder valve opening and the high- pressure hose fitting for debris, clearing any debris by quickly opening and closing cylinder valve, and the O-ring.

10. Assisting FF: Connect the high-pressure hose to the cylinder and hand-tighten.

11. Assisting FF: Slowly open the cylinder valve fully and listen for an audible alarm and leaks as the system pressurizes. NOTE: On some SCBA, the audible alarm does not sound when the cylinder valve is opened. You must know the operation of your own particular unit.

12. If air leaks are detected, determine if connections need to be tightened or if valves, donning switch, etc. need to be adjusted. Otherwise SCBA with audible leaks due to malfunctions shall be removed from service, tagged, and reported to the Officer.

13. FF wearing SCBA: Don regulator and take normal breaths.

14. FF wearing SCBA: Check pressure reading on remote gauge and/or indicators and report reading.




Skill 6.6 Change SCBA Cylinder One FF Method

Step 8. Place new cylinder in pack. Step 9. Connect high-pressure hose to cylinder and hand-tighten. Step 10. Slowly, fully open cylinder while listening for audible alarm & air leaks. Step 11. If air leaks detected determine if connections need to be adjusted or tightened. Step 12. Don regulator and take normal breaths. Step 13. Check pressure reading on remote gauge and/or indicators & report reading.

Step 1. Place SCBA Unit on firm, clean surface. Step 2. Fully close the cylinder valve. Step 3. Release the air pressure from high- pressure coupling. Step 4. Disconnect high-pressure coupling from cylinder. Step 5. Remove empty cylinder from harness assembly. Step 6. Verify replacement cylinder is full. Step 7. Check valve opening, high-pressure hose fitting for debris, and opening.



Skill 6.6 Change SCBA Cylinder Two FF Method

Step 7. Assisting FF: Inspect replacement cylinder to ensure full. Step 8. Assisting FF: Place new cylinder into assembly. Step 9. Assisting FF: Check openings and hoses for debris, O-ring. Step 10: Assisting FF: Connect high- pressure hose to cylinder and hand- tighten. Step 11. Assisting FF: Slowly open and listen for audible alarms and air leaks. Step 12. If air leaks found, determine if connections need to be tightened or if valves need to be adjusted. Any malfunctions remove from service, tag, and report to Officer. Step 13: FF Wearing SCBA: Don regulator and take normal breaths. Step 14: FF Wearing SCBA: Check pressure reading on remote gauge and/or indicators & report reading.

Step 1. FF Wearing SCBA: Disconnect regulator from facepiece or disconnect low- pressure hose from regulator. Step 2. FF wearing SCBA: Position cylinder for easy access by kneeling down or bending.

Step 3. Assisting FF: Fully close cylinder valve. Step 4. FF Wearing SCBA: Release air pressure from hoses. Step 5. Assisting FF: Disconnect coupling from cylinder. Step 6. Assisting FF: Remove empty cylinder.

Chapter 7

South Carolina Firefighter Series Portable Fire Extinguishers


Firefighter I Skill 7.1 Operate a pressured water extinguisher

[NFPA 1001, 2013 Edition, 5.3.16]

Directions

For this skills evaluation checklist, students will operate a stored-pressure water extinguisher and extinguish a small incipient Class A fire. Inform students of the importance of following all safety policies and procedures when working with live fire.


• Appropriate PPE • Stored-pressure water extinguisher • Small Class A fire

Objective

Operate a stored-pressure water extinguisher





1. Size up fire, ensuring that it is safe to fight with an extinguisher.

2. Check that the extinguisher is properly charged.

3. Pull pin at top of extinguisher to break the inspection band.

4. Test to ensure proper operation. a. Point nozzle horn in safe direction b. Discharge very short test burst

5. Carry extinguisher to within reach of fire. a. Escape route identified b. Upright c. Upwind of fire

6. Aim nozzle toward base of fire.

7. Discharge extinguishing agent. a. Squeeze handle b. Sweep slowly back and forth across entire width of fire

8. Cover entire area with water until fire is completely extinguished.

9. Back away from the fire area.

10. Tag extinguisher for recharge and inspection.




Skill 7.1 Operate water extinguisher

Step 4. Test to ensure proper operation. a. Point nozzle horn in safe direction b. Discharge very short test burst

Step 3. Pull the pin at the top of the extinguisher to break the inspection band.

Step 2. Check that the extinguisher is properly charged.

Step 1. Size up the fire, ensuring it is safe to fight with an extinguisher.



Skill 7.1 Operate water extinguisher

Step 8. Cover entire area with water until fire is completely extinguished. Step 9. Back away from fire area. Step 10. Tag extinguisher for re-charge and inspection per local protocols.

Step 7. Discharge extinguishing agent. a. Squeeze handle b. Sweep slowly back and forth

across entire width of the fire

Step 5. Carry extinguisher to within reach of the fire.

a. Escape route identified b. Upright c. Upwind

Step 6. Aim nozzle towards base of the fire.

Chapter 8

South Carolina Firefighter Series Ropes, Webbing, and Knots


Firefighter I Skill 8.1 Inspect, clean, and store rope

[NFPA 1001, 2013 Edition, 5.5.1]

Directions

For this skills evaluation checklist, students will inspect, clean, and store rope. The procedures are the general steps for cleaning rope. Methods of washing vary with each rope manufacturer, so it is always advisable to contact them for specific cleaning and drying instructions for the type of rope being cleaned.


• 2 Ropes: one to be inspected, one to be cleaned

• Water and Mild soap

• Cleaning supplies per Manufacturer’s guidelines

• Rope log book and pen

Objective

Inspect, clean, and store rope





Inspect Rope

1. While using hands, visually inspect the entire length of the rope for soft, crusty, stiff, or brittle spots; areas of excessive stretching; cuts, nicks, and abrasions; dirt, embedded objects, and other obvious flaws; as well as for cleanliness.

2. Remove any flawed rope from service, report to Supervisor per local protocol.


Clean Rope

1. Clean the rope according to Manufacturer’s guidelines.

2. Thoroughly rinse the rope.

3. Dry the rope according to Manufacturer’s recommendations.


Store Rope

1. Store rope per local protocol.




Skill 8.1 Inspect, clean, and store rope

Store Rope Step 1. Store rope per local protocol.

Inspect the Rope Step 1. While using hands inspect rope for spots, stretching, flaws, and cleanliness. Step 2. Remove any flawed rope from service, report using local protocols.

Clean Rope Step 1. Clean rope according to manufacturer guidelines. Step 2. Thoroughly rinse the rope. Step 3. Dry rope according to manufacturer’s recommendations.



Firefighter I Skill 8.2 Tie an overhand knot [NFPA 1001, 5.3.20]

Directions

For this skills evaluation checklist, students will tie the single overhand knot. As an added measure of safety, it is recommended that an overhand safety knot be used whenever tying any type of knot. The simple yet effective overhand safety eliminates the danger of the working end of the rope slipping back through the knot, thus causing the knot to fail.


• A 10 foot section of rope

Objective

Tie an overhand knot



1. Form a loop in the rope.

2. Insert the end of the rope through the loop.

3. Dress the knot by pulling on both ends of the rope at the same time.




Skill 8.2 Tie an overhand knot

Step 3. Dress the knot by pulling both ends of the rope at the same time.

Step 2. Insert the end of the rope through the loop.

Step 1. Form a loop in the rope.



Firefighter I Skill 8.3 Tie a bowline knot

[NFPA 1001, 5.3.20]

Directions

For this skills evaluation checklist, students will tie a bowline knot. The bowline is an important knot in the fire service, sharing a degree of acceptance in both life safety and utility applications. The bowline is easily untied and is a good knot for forming a single loop that will not constrict the object around which it is placed.



Objective

Tie a bowline knot



1. Select enough rope to form the size of the loop desired.

2. Form an overhand loop in the standing part.

3. Pass the working end upward through the loop.

4. Pass the working end over the top of the loop under the standing part.

5. Bring the working end completely around the standing part and down through the loop.

6. Pull the knot snugly into place, forming an inside bowline with the working end on the inside of the loop.

7. Secure the bowline with an overhand safety.




Skill 8.3 Tie a bowline knot

Step 7. Secure with an overhand safety.

Step 6. Pull the knot snugly into place, forming an inside bowline with the working end on the inside of the loop.

Step 5. Bring the working end completely around the stand part and up through the loop.

Step 4. Pass the working end over the top of the loop under the standing part.

Step 1. Select enough rope to form the size of the loop desired. Step 2. Form an overhand loop in stand part. Step 3. Pass the working end upward through the loop.



Firefighter I Skill 8.4 Tie a clove hitch

[NFPA 1001, 5.3.20]

Directions

For this skills evaluation checklist, students will tie a clove hitch. The clove hitch is essentially two half hitches. Its loop may be placed anywhere in the rope from one end to the middle. Its principal use is to anchor a rope to an object such as a pole, post, or hoseline. It should be backed up with an overhand safety knot.



Objective

Tie a clove hitch



1. Form a loop in your hand with the working end to the right crossing under the standing part.

2. Form another loop in your other hand (creating a round turn) with the working end crossing under the standing part.

3. Slide the right-hand loop on top of the left-hand loop. NOTE: This is the important step in forming the clove hitch.

4. Hold the two loops together at the rope forming the clove hitch.

5. Slide the knot over the object.

6. Pull the ends in opposite directions to tighten and complete the knot.

7. Continue the working end of the rope around the object and secure it to the standing end with an overhand knot.




Skill 8.4 Tie a clove hitch

Step 3. Slide the right-hand loop on top of the left-hand loop. NOTE: This is the important step in forming the clove hitch.

Step 1. Form a loop in your left hand with the working end to the right, crossing under the standing part. Step 2. Form another loop in your right hand (creating a round turn) with the working end crossing under the standing part.

Step 6. Pull the ends in opposite directions to tighten and complete the knot. Step 7. Continue the working end of the rope around the object and secure it to the standing end with an overhand knot.

Step 4. Hold the two loops together at the rope form the clove hitch. Step 5. Slide the knot over the object.



Firefighter I Skill 8.5 Tie a clove hitch around an object

[NFPA 1001, 5.3.20]

Directions

For this skills evaluation checklist, students will tie a clove hitch around an object. Because the open clove hitch cannot be slipped onto an object with no free end (such as the center of a hoseline), this method is used on objects with no free end or with a distant free end.



Objective

Tie a clove hitch around an object



1. Make one complete loop around the object, crossing the working end over the standing part.

2. Complete the round turn about the object just above the first loop.

3. Pass the working end under the upper wrap, just above the cross.

4. Set the hitch by pulling ends.

5. Continue around the object and secure the working end to the standing end with an overhand safety.




Skill 8.5 Tie Clove Hitch around an object

Step 2. Complete the round turn about the object just above the first loop.

Step 1. Make one complete loop around the object, crossing the working end over the standing part.

Step 3. Pass the working end under the upper wrap, just above the cross. Step 4. Set the hitch by pulling ends. Step 5. Continue around the object and

secure the working end to the standing end with an overhand safety.



Firefighter I Skill 8.6 Tie a figure-eight knot [NFPA 1001, 5.3.20]

Directions

For this skills evaluation checklist, students will tie a figure-eight. A figure-eight knot is stronger than a bowline, easy to tie and untie, inspect, and keep neat.



Objective

Tie a figure-eight knot



1. Make a loop in the rope.

2. Pass the working end completely around the standing part.

3. Insert the end of the rope back through the loop.

4. Dress the knot by pulling on both the working end and standing part of the rope at the same time.




Skill 8.6 Tie figure-eight knot

Step 4. Dress the knot by pulling on both the working end and standing part of the rope at the same time.

Step 3. Insert the end of the rope back through the loop.

Step 2. Pass the working end completely around the standing part.

Step 1. Make a loop in the rope.



Firefighter I Skill 8.7 Tie a figure-eight bend

[NFPA 1001, 5.3.20]

Directions

For this skills evaluation checklist, students will tie a figure-eight bend. The figure-eight bend is one of the knots in the figure-eight family.


• Two 10 foot sections of rope

Objective

Tie a figure-eight bend



1. Tie a figure-eight knot on one end of the rope.

2. Feed the end of the other rope through the figure-eight knot in reverse. It should follow the exact path of the original knot.

3. Dress the knot and safety both ends of the knot with overhand safeties.




Skill 8.7 Tie figure-eight bend

Step 3. Dress the knot and safety both ends of the knot with overhand safeties.

Step 2 (cont). Continue to feed the other rope through the original knot.

Step 1. Tie a figure eight on one end of the rope. Step 2. Feed the end of the other rope through the figure-eight knot in reverse. It should follow the exact path of the original knot.


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Firefighter I Skill 8.8 Tie a figure-eight on a bight

[NFPA 1001, 5.3.20]

Directions

For this skills evaluation checklist, students will tie a figure-eight on a bight. The figure- eight on a bight is a good way to tie a loop in either the middle or the end of a rope. It is tied by forming a bight in either the end of the rope or at any point along its length, and then tying a simple figure-eight with the doubled part of the rope (bight). It can be tied in the middle of the rope or used for a loop in the rope to which other lines or equipment can be attached, it is used for both an anchoring attachment and a harness tie-in.



Objective

Tie a figure-eight on a bight



1. Form a bight in the working end of the rope.

2. Pass it over the standing part to form a loop.

3. Pass the bight under the standing part and then over the loop and down through it; this forms the figure- eight.

4. Extend the bight through the knot to whatever size working loop is needed.

5. Dress the knot and secure with an overhand safety.



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Skill 8.8 Tie a figure-eight on a bight

Step 3. Pass the bight under the standing part and then over the loop and down through it; this forms the figure-eight.

Step 1. Form a bight in the working end of the rope. Step 2. Pass it over the standing part to form a loop.

Step 4. Extend the bight through the knot to whatever size working loop is needed.

Step 5. Dress the knot and secure with an overhand safety.



Firefighter I Skill 8.9 Tie a figure-eight follow through

[NFPA 1001, 5.3.20]

Directions

For this skills evaluation checklist, students will tie a figure-eight follow through. The figure-eight follow can be used when securing a rope around an object.



Objective

Tie a figure-eight follow through



1. Tie a loose figure-eight knot.

2. Pass the tail end of the rope around the object to be secured.

3. Follow the original figure-eight around the entire knot in reverse.

4. Exit the rope beside the standing end to complete the knot.

5. Dress the knot and secure it with an overhand safety.




Step 2. Pass the tail end of the rope around the object to be secured. Step 3. Follow the original figure-eight around the entire knot in reverse.

Skill 8.9 Tie a figure-eight follow through

Step 5. Dress the knot and secure it with an overhand safety.

Step 4. Exit the rope beside the standing end to complete the knot.

Step 1. Tie a loose figure-eight knot.



Firefighter I Skill 8.10 Tie a water knot

[NFPA 1001, 5.3.20]

Directions

For this skills evaluation checklist, students will tie a water knot. This is the preferred knot for joining two pieces of webbing, or the ends of the same piece when a loop is needed.


• A 10 foot section of webbing

Objective

Tie a water knot



1. Tie an overhand knot loosely in the end of webbing.

2. Take the opposite end of the webbing and retrace the overhand knot.

3. Tighten by pulling both sets of ends of the webbing.

4. Dress the water knot so it lays flat and no webbing trace is twisted.




Skill 8.10 Tie a water knot

Step 2. Take the opposite end of the webbing and re-trace the overhand knot.

Step 1. Tie an overhand knot loosely in one end of the webbing.

Step 3. Tighten by pulling both sets of ends of the webbing. Step 4. Dress the water knot so it lays flat

and no webbing trace is twisted.



Firefighter I Skill 8.11 Hoist an axe

[NFPA 1001, 5.3.20]

Directions

For this skills evaluation checklist, students will hoist an axe. The procedure for attaching and hoisting an axe is the same for either a pick-head axe or a flat-head axe.


• One 50-foot length of utility rope • Axe

• Appropriate PPE

Objective

Hoist an axe





1. Lower an appropriate length of rope from the intended destination of the axe.

2. Tie a clove hitch using the method shown in Skill Sheet 8-4. NOTE: If the rope has a loop in the end, the loop may be used instead of a clove hitch.

3. Slide the clove hitch down the axe handle to the axe head. The excess running end of the rope becomes the guideline.

4. Loop the working end of the rope around the head of the axe and back up the handle.

5. Tie a half-hitch on the handle a few inches above the clove hitch.

6. Tie another half-hitch at the butt end of the handle. NOTE: Though not required, a safety between the axe and the first half of the hitch will ensure no slipping. Use the running end to create this safety.

7. Hoist the axe.




Skill 8.11 Hoist axe

Step 2. Tie a clove hitch using the method shown in skill 8.4. NOTE: If the rope has a loop in the end, the loop may be used instead of a clove hitch.

Step 1. Lower an appropriate length of rope from the intended destination of the axe.

Step 3. Slide the clove hitch down the axe handle to the axe head. The excess running end of the rope becomes the guideline.

Step 4. Loop the working end of the rope around the head of the axe and back up the handle.



Skill 8.11 Hoist axe

Step 7. Hoist the axe.

Step 6. Tie another half-hitch at the butt end of the handle. NOTE: Through not required, a safety between the axe and the first half of the hitch will ensure no slipping. Use the running end to create this safety.

Step 5. Tie a half-hitch on the handle a few inches above the clove hitch.



Firefighter I Skill 8.12 Hoist a pike pole

[NFPA 1001, 5.3.20]

Directions

For this skills evaluation checklist, students will tie approved knots and hoist a pike pole. Hoisting tools and equipment is an important skill for firefighters. To hoist a pike pole, use approved knots and hitches such as a clove hitch and half hitches.


• One 50-foot length of utility rope • Pike pole

• Appropriate PPE

Objective

Hoist a pike pole



1. Lower an appropriate length of rope from the intended destination of the pike pole.

2. Secure the rope to the pike pole near the end of the handle using a clove hitch. Make sure the “hook” end is pointing up.

3. Leave enough excess running end so that it becomes the guideline.

4. Tie a half-hitch or approved knot around the pike pole in the middle of the handle.

5. Tie a second half-hitch or approved knot around the pike pole under the pike hook.

6. Hoist the pike pole.




Skill 8.12 Hoist a pike pole

Step 6. Hoist the pike pole. Step 5. Tie a second half-hitch under the hook.

Step 2. Secure the rope to the pike pole pointing upward toward the end of the handle using a clove hitch. Step 3. Leave enough excess running end so that it becomes the guideline. Step 4. Tie a half-hitch in the middle.

Step 1. Lower an appropriate length of rope from the intended destination of the pike pole.



Firefighter I Skill 8.13 Hoist a dry hoseline [NFPA 1001, 5.3.20]

Directions

For this skills evaluation checklist, students will hoist a dry hoseline. Hoisting hose is probably the safest way to get hoselines to upper levels. As with advancing hose up a ladder, it is easier and safer to hoist a dry hoseline.


• One 50-foot length of utility rope • 50-foot length of 2½-inch hose with a 2

½-inch nozzle

• Appropriate PPE

Objective

Hoist a dry hoseline



1. Lower an appropriate length of rope from the intended destination of the hoseline.

2. Fold the nozzle end of the hoseline back over the rest of the hose so that an overlap of 4 to 5 feet is formed.

3. Tie a clove hitch, with an overhand safety knot, around the tip of the nozzle and the hose it is folded against so that they are lashed together.

4. Place a half-hitch on the doubled hose about 12 inches from the loop end.

5. Hoist hoseline using the hose as a guideline.




Skill 8.13 Hoist a dry hoseline

Step 5. Hoist hoseline using the hose as a guideline.

Step 4. Place a half-hitch on the doubled hose about 12 inches from the loop end.

Step 3. Tie a clove hitch, with an overhand safety knot, around the tip of the nozzle and the hose it is folded against so that they are lashed together.

Step 2. Fold the nozzle end of the hoseline back over the rest of the hose so that an overlap of 4-5 feet is formed.

Step 1. Lower an appropriate length of rope from the intended destination of the hoseline.



Firefighter I Skill 8.14 Hoist a charged hoseline

[NFPA 1001, 5.3.20]

Directions

For this skills evaluation checklist, students will hoist a charged hoseline. Hoist charged lines nozzle-up, and be careful not to damage a coupling or the nozzle as the hoseline is being raised.


• One 50-foot length of utility rope • 2½-inch charged hoseline with attached

2½-inch nozzle

• Appropriate PPE

Objective

Hoist a charged hoseline



1. Lower an appropriate length of rope from the intended destination of the hoseline.

2. Tie a clove hitch, with an overhand safety knot, around the hose about 1 foot below the coupling and nozzle.

3. Pass a bight through the nozzle handle and loop it over the nozzle so that the rope holds the nozzle shut while it is being hoisted.

4. Tie a half-hitch around the nozzle to take the strain off the handle.

5. Hoist hoseline using the hose as a guideline.




Skill 8.14 Hoist a charged hoseline

Step 3. Pass a bight through the nozzle handle and loop it over the nozzle so that the rope holds the nozzle shut while it is being hoisted.

Step 1. Lower an appropriate length of rope from the intended destination of the hoseline. Step 2. Tie a clove hitch, with overhand safety, around the hose about 1 foot below coupling and hose.

Step 4. Tie a half-hitch around the nozzle to take the strain off the handle.

Step 5. Hoist hoseline using the hose as a guideline.

Chapter 9

South Carolina Firefighter Series Structural Search, Victim Removal, and Firefighter Survival


Firefighter I Skill 9.1 Perform a primary search

[NFPA 1001, 2013 Edition, 5.3.9]

Directions

For this skills evaluation checklist, students will conduct a primary search. Students must work with other students as a team during this skill.


• Appropriate PPE including SCBA • Mannequin • 1 ¾” hoseline

• Building to be searched • Hand tool/flashlight

Objective

Demonstrate the procedure for conducting a primary search

NOTE: Do not search above fire location without charged hoseline or ahead of the attack team



1. Confirm order to conduct primary search with Officer or Supervisor. Identify known or likely locations of victims.

2. Size up structure to be searched and estimate survivability.

3. Search structure using established search pattern in coordination with fire attack and update IC on progress.

4. Maintain orientation, identify secondary egress, and keep team accountability intact.

5. Remove any victims and inform IC of victim(s).

6. Exit building when the search is complete.

7. Report completion of primary search to Officer or Supervisor.




Skill 9.1 Primary search

Step 6. Exit building when the search is complete. Step 7. Report completion of primary search to Officer or Supervisor.

Step 5. Remove any victims and inform IC of victim(s).

Step 3. Search structure using established search pattern in coordination with fire attack and update IC on progress. Step 4. Maintain orientation, identify secondary egress, and keep team accountability intact.

Step 1. Confirm order to conduct primary search with Officer or Supervisor. Identify known or likely locations of victims. Step 2. Size up structure to be searched. Estimate victim survivability.



Firefighter I Skill 9.2 Perform a secondary search

[NFPA 1001, 2013 Edition, 5.3.9]

Directions

For this skills evaluation checklist, students will conduct a secondary search. Students must work with other students as a team during this skill.


• Appropriate PPE including SCBA • Hand tools/flashlight

• Building to be searched

Objective

Demonstrate the procedure for conducting a secondary search

Skills Evaluation Checklist NOTE: A secondary search should be conducted with a different crew than those that did the primary search.


1. Confirm order to conduct secondary search with officer or supervisor and establish search pattern to be used.

2. Size-up structure to be searched.

3. Search the structure using established search pattern, update IC on progress.

4. Maintain orientation and team accountability

5. Remove any victims and inform IC of victim(s).

6. Exit building when search is complete.

7. Report completion of secondary search to officer or supervisor.

The student must complete all task steps to obtain a “PASS” rating.



Skill 9.2 Secondary search

Step 5. Remove any victims and inform IC of victim(s). Step 6. Exit building when search is completed. Step 7. Report completion of secondary search to Officer or Supervisor.

Step 3. Search structure using established search pattern and update IC on progress. Step 4. Maintain orientation, identify secondary egress, and keep team accountability intact.

Step 1. Confirm order to conduct secondary search with Officer or Supervisor and establish search pattern to be used. Step 2. Size up structure to be searched.


South Carolina Fire Academy Firefighter I Skill Sheet 9-I-3

Firefighter I Skill 9.3 Perform a webbing drag

[NFPA 1001, 2013 Edition, 5.3.9]

Directions

For this skills evaluation checklist, students will demonstrate the webbing drag. The webbing drag is useful when heat and smoke force you to stay low, or the victim is a downed firefighter wearing an SCBA.


• Appropriate PPE including SCBA • Manikin

• Webbing

Objective

Demonstrate the webbing drag



1. Access the victim and place in supine position.

2. Slide the large webbing loop under victim’s head and chest so the loop is even with lower portion of neck. Position the victim’s arms so that they are through the webbing.

3. Reach down through the large loop and under the victim’s back and grab the lower loop of webbing.

4. Pull the webbing up and through the loop so that each webbing loop is drawn snugly around the victim’s shoulders.

5. Drag the victim to safety by pulling on the webbing loop.



South Carolina Fire Academy Firefighter I Skill Sheet 9-I-3

Skill 9.3 Perform a webbing drag

Step 2 continued. Position victim’s arms so that they are through the webbing.

Step 1. Access the victim and place in supine position.

Step 3. Reach down through the large loop and under the victim’s back and grab the lower loop of the webbing. Step 4. Pull the webbing up and through the loop so that each webbing loop is drawn snugly around the victim’s shoulders.

Step 2. Slide the large webbing loop under victim’s head and chest so the loop is even with lower portion of neck.

Step 5. Drag the victim to safety by pulling on the webbing loop.



Firefighter I Skill 9.4 Perform an extremities lift/carry – Two-rescuer method

[NFPA 1001, 2013 Edition, 5.3.9]

Directions

For this skills evaluation checklist, students will demonstrate the extremities lift/carry. This lift enables two rescuers to move either a conscious or an unconscious victim.


• Appropriate PPE including SCBA • Manikin

Objective

Demonstrate the extremities lift/carry – Two-rescuer method





1. Both Rescuers: Turn the victim (if necessary) so that the victim is supine. NOTE: Keep head and neck stabilized during rolling to prevent spinal injury.

2. Rescuer #1: Kneel at the head of the victim.

3. Rescuer #2: Kneel between the victim’s knees.

4. Rescuer #2: Grasp the victim’s wrists.

5. Rescuer #2: Pull the victim to a sitting position.

6. Rescuer #1: Push gently on the victim’s back.

7. Rescuer #1: Reach under the victim’s arms and grasp the victim’s wrists as Rescuer #2 releases them. Grasp the victim’s left wrist with the right hand and right wrist with the left hand.

8. Rescuer #2: Turn around, kneel down, and slip hands under the victim’s knees.

9. Both Rescuers: Stand and move the victim on command from Rescuer #1.




Skill 9.4 Extremities lift/carry–Two-rescuer method

Step 1. Both Rescuers: Turn the victim (if necessary) so victim is supine. * NOTE: USE SPINAL PRECAUTIONS Step 2. Rescuer #1: Kneel at head of victim.

Step 3. Rescuer #2: Kneel between victim’s legs.

Step 7. Rescuer #1: Reach under victim’s arms & grasps victim’s opposite wrists as #2 releases them. Step 8. Rescuer #2: Turn around, kneel down, and slip hands under victim’s knees. Step 9. Both Rescuers: Stand and move victim to safety on #1 command.

Step 4. Rescuer #2: Grasp the victim’s wrists. Step 5: Rescuer #2: Pull victim to sitting position. Step 6. Rescuer #1: Push gently on victim’s back.



Firefighter I Skill 9.5 Perform a MAYDAY report

[NFPA 1001, 2013 Edition, 5.2.4, 5.3.5, 5.3.9]

Directions

For this skills evaluation checklist, students will demonstrate the actions required for transmitting a Mayday report.


• Appropriate PPE, including SCBA • Handheld portable radio • Forcible entry tools • Handlight or flashlight

Objective

Transmit a MAYDAY report

Skills Evaluation Checklist NOTE: Based on department policies and local protocol, step order may be different.


1. Determine the need to declare a MAYDAY.

2. Press radio emergency button (if so equipped) and announce “Mayday Mayday Mayday” over the emergency communications channel.

3. Provide Command your information per local SOPs. For example: LUNARS LIP UCAN

L – Location L- Location U- Unit U – Unit I- Identification C- Condition N – Name or ID Number P- Problem A- Action A – Assignment N- Need R – Resources Needed S – Situation

4. Activate PASS device.




Skill 9.5 Perform a MAYDAY report

Step 1. Determine the need to declare a MAYDAY. Step 2. Announce “MAYDAY, MAYDAY, MAYDAY” over the emergency communications channel Step 3. Provide Command your information per local SOP’s For example: LUNARS LIP UCAN

Step 4. Activate PASS device and press radio emergency button, if so equipped.

L – Location U – Unit N – Name or ID Number

L- Location I- Identification P- Problem

U- Unit C- Condition A- Action

A – Assignment R – Resources Needed

N- Need

S – Situation



Firefighter I Skill 9.6 Perform a SCBA air emergency

[NFPA 1001, 2013 Edition, 5.3.1, 5.3.5, 5.3.9]

Directions

For this skills evaluation checklist, students will demonstrate the proper procedures to take in a SCBA air emergency.


• Appropriate PPE, including SCBA • Handheld portable radio

• Forcible entry tools • Handlight or flashlight

Objective

Demonstrate the proper procedures to take in a SCBA air emergency



1. Recognize the emergency. Transmit MAYDAY. Activate PASS.

2. Drop face to the ground and open regulator bypass valve as directed by local SOPs.

3. As you attempt to exit the structure, if opening on bypass valve returns air supply, only open the valve as needed. Continue exiting IDLH environment.

4. Once safely clear, de-activate PASS. Notify command of status, continue exiting to safety..




Skill 9.6 SCBA air emergency

Step 2. Drop face to the ground and open regulator bypass valve as directed by local SOPs.

Step 1. Recognize the emergency. Transmit MAYDAY. Activate PASS.

Step 3. As you attempt to exit structure if opening on bypass valve returns air supply, only open valve as needed. Continue exiting IDLH environment.

Step 4. Once safely clear, de-activate PASS. Notify command of status, continue exiting to safety.



Firefighter I Skill 9.7 Hostile environment with a hoseline

[NFPA 1001, 2013 Edition, 5.3.5, 5.3.9]

Directions

For this skills evaluation checklist, students will demonstrate the actions required for withdrawing from a hostile environment with a hoseline as a team.


• Appropriate PPE including SCBA • Area or structure to be exited • Attack line • Forcible entry tools

Objective

Demonstrate the actions required for withdrawing from a hostile environment with a hoseline as a team




NOTE: These steps are based on the hose team encountering deteriorating conditions beyond their ability to control. If ordered to withdraw by Command, Step 1 would be to acknowledge the order to withdraw and Step 4 would be to advise Command that the crew had exited, current location, and verification of accountability.


1. Recognize deteriorating conditions and advise other members of the hose team, if possible immediately withdraw from structure.

2. Transmit an emergency traffic message to Command (or supervisor if working for an organizational level other than Command) using the method determined by your local SOPs (for example LUNARS).

3. Adjust nozzle to provide maximum flow and operate nozzle to cool the upper layer and prevent extension of flames overhead using long pulses of water fog (if working with a solid stream nozzle, a sweeping pattern across the ceiling may be used).

4. Withdraw the nozzle and hoseline, keeping the nozzle between the hose and the fire as the hoseline is withdrawn. Crew member(s) not on the nozzle should retain forcible entry tools, if at all possible. Do not turn back on the fire during withdraw.

5. After reaching a safe area (e.g., outside the building, floor below), verify accountability for all members of the hose team, determine if anyone is injured.




Skill 9.7 Hostile environment with a hoseline

Step 5. After reaching a safe area (outside the building, floor below), verify accountability for all members of the hose team, determine if anyone is injured.

Step 3. Adjust nozzle to provide maximum flow and operate nozzle to cool upper layer and prevent extension of fames overhead using long pulses of water fog. (if working with solid stream, a sweeping pattern across ceiling may be used). Step 4. Withdraw the nozzle and hoseline, keeping the nozzle between the hose and the fire as the hoseline is withdrawn. Crew member(s) not on the nozzle should retain forcible entry tools, if at all possible. Do not turn your back on the fire during withdraw.

Step 1. Recognize deteriorating conditions and advise other members of the hose team, if possible, immediately withdraw from structure. Step 2. Transmit an emergency traffic message to command using the method determined by your local SOP’s.



Firefighter I Skill 9.8 Low profile maneuvers

[NFPA 1001, 2013 Edition, 5.3.1, 5.3.5, 5.3.9]

Directions

For this skills evaluation checklist, students will demonstrate low profile maneuvers without removing SCBA – Side technique and SCBA – First Technique (Backstroke). When exiting through a restricted space firefighters may find it necessary to adjust SCBA packs to facilitate movement.


• Appropriate PPE • Handheld portable radio • SCBA • PASS device (May be part of SCBA)

• Forcible entry tools • Low profile prop

Objective

Demonstrate low profile maneuvers

Skills Evaluation Checklist NOTE: Student needs to maintain control of SCBA, facepiece, and re-attach waist strap, if student needs to remove SCBA during procedures.


Side Technique

1. Remain calm and follow steps for MAYDAY transmission. Size-Up the opening.

2. Loosen waist strap and right shoulder strap.

3. Shift SCBA to left side of body.

4. Ensure waist strap remains buckled and left arm remains in shoulder strap

5. Use tool to sound the floor on the other side of the wall before exiting room.

6. With SCBA tucked tightly under left armpit, lay on right side to create a low profile and attempt escape through restricted opening.




SCBA First Technique (Backstroke)

1. Remain calm and follow steps for MAYDAY transmission.

2. Once opening has been made, sound floor on the other side of the opening to ensure safety. Size-Up the opening.

3. Sit with SCBA and back toward the opening.

4. Place one arm and SCBA cylinder into the opening.

5. Using a backstroke technique, swim other arm through the opening.

6. Using both arms and wall board for leverage, pull through the space.

7. Advise Command that you are through the opening.




Skill 9.8 Low profile maneuvers- Side technique

Step 3. Shift SCBA to left side of body. Step 4. Ensure that waist strap remains buckled and left arm remains in shoulder strap. Step 5. Use tool to sound the floor on the other side. Step 6. With SCBA tucked tightly under left armpit, lay on right side to create low profile and escape through restricted opening.

Step 2. Loosen waist strap and right shoulder strap.

Step 1. Remain calm and follow steps for MAYDAY transmission. Size up the opening.



Skill 9.8 Low profile SCBA first-technique

Step 2. Once opening has been made, sound floor on the other side to ensure safety. Size-up the opening.

Step 1. Remain calm. Recognize the emergency. Transmit MAYDAY. Activate PASS.

Step 5. Using backstroke technique, swim other arm through the opening. Step 6. Using both arms and wall board for leverage, pull through the space. Step 7. De-activate PASS. Advise command you are through the opening. Activate PASS. Continue to exit.

Step 3. Sit with SCBA and back toward opening. Step 4. Place one arm and SCBA into the opening.



Firefighter I Skill 9.9 Disentangling from debris or wires

[NFPA 1001, 2013 Edition, 5.3.5, 5.3.9]

Directions

For this skills evaluation checklist, students will demonstrate the method for disentangling from debris or wires.


• Appropriate PPE • Handheld portable radio • SCBA • PASS device (May be part of SCBA) • Forcible entry tools/Cutting pliers • Handlight or flashlight • Materials to simulate entanglement

Objective

Demonstrate the steps for disentangling from debris or wires





1. Recognize the emergency.

2. Communicate to crew and command via MAYDAY transmission.

3. Stop moving and assess situation.

4. Stay calm and control breathing.

5. Activate PASS device if separated from crew.

6. Decide best steps to take to mitigate situation, conserve energy.

7. If possible, back out of entanglement, or move forward with SCBA pack down.

8. If unable to move backward, or forward, attempt “swim” technique to locate points of entanglement.

9. If possible, utilize a cutting tool to cut out of the entanglement.

10. Consider a partial SCBA removal to assist in locating and removing points of entanglement.

11. De-activate PASS, stay calm, update command, activate PASS, continue to attempt to escape, and conserve air until rescue crew arrives.




Skill 9.9 Disentangling from debris

Steps 6-8. Decide best steps to take to mitigate situation, conserve energy. If possible, back out of entanglement, or move forward with SCBA pack down and regulator protected with gloved hand.

Steps 1-5. Recognize the emergency. Communicate with crew. Transmit MAYDAY. Stop moving and assess situation. Stay calm & control breathing. Activate PASS.

Steps 9-10. If possible, utilize a cutting tool to clear a path towards the exit. Consider a partial SCBA removal to assist in locating and removing points of entanglement.

Step 11. De-activate PASS, stay calm, update command, activate PASS, continue to attempt to escape, conserve air until rescue crew arrives.

Chapter 10

South Carolina Firefighter Series Scene Lighting, Rescue Tools, Vehicle Extrication, and Technical Rescue


Firefighter II Skill 10.1 Portable generator and lighting equipment

[NFPA 1001, 6.5.4]

Directions

For this skills evaluation checklist, students will demonstrate the steps for inspecting, servicing, and maintaining a portable generator and lighting equipment.


• Appropriate PPE, including hearing, eye,

and hand protection • Maintenance log and writing instrument

• Maintenance tools as required by Manufacturer

• Spare or replacement parts, such as spark plugs and light bulbs

• Cleaning rags • Appropriate oils and fluids

Objective

Demonstrate the steps for inspecting, servicing, and maintaining a portable generator and lighting equipment





1. Review the Manufacturer’s service manual for specific directions.

2. Carefully inspect spark plugs for damage, visible corrosion, carbon accumulation or cracks in the porcelain and ensure the spark plug wire is tight. Replace spark plug if it is damaged or if service manual recommends.

3. Check carburetor and identify signs of fuel leaks.

4. Check fuel level and refill as needed.

5. Check oil level and refill as needed.

6. Inspect all electrical cords for damaged insulation, exposed wiring, or missing or bent prongs.

7. Start generator and run tests as required by service manual.

8. Test operation of lighting equipment by connecting each light to the generator one light at a time. Replace light bulbs as necessary, discard faulty bulbs in an approved manner.

9. Clean work area and return all tools and equipment to the proper storage areas.

10. Document maintenance on the appropriate forms or records.




Skill 10.1 Portable generator & lighting equipment

Step 5. Check oil level and re-fill as needed. Step 3. Check carburetor and identify signs of fuel leaks. Step 4. Check fuel level and re-fill as needed.

Step 2. Carefully inspect spark plugs for damage, visible corrosion, carbon accumulation or cracks in the porcelain, and ensure spark plug wire is tight.

Step 1. Review the Manufacturer’s service manual for specific directions.



Skill 10.1 Portable generator & lighting equipment

Step 8. Test operation of lighting equipment by connecting each light to the generator one light at a time. Replace bulbs as needed. Discard faulty bulbs in approved manner. Step 9. Clean work area and return tools to proper locations. Step 10. Document maintenance in appropriate forms.

Step 7. Start generator and run tests as required by service manual.

Step 6. Inspect all electrical cords for damaged insulation, exposed wiring, or missing or bent prongs.


South Carolina Firefighter Series Firefighter Scene Lighting

Firefighter I Skill 10.12 Illuminate the emergency scene

[NFPA 1001, 2013: 5.3.17, 5.3.17(B)]

Directions

For this skills evaluation checklist, students as members of a team will illuminate the emergency scene, given fire service electrical equipment and an assignment, so that designated areas are illuminated and all equipment is operated with the manufacturer’s listed safety precautions.


• Gas-powered generator, or a vehicle mounted generator

• Assortment of portable lighting • Assortment of electrical extension cords • Assortment of electrical junction boxes • Incident location

Objective

Illuminate the emergency scene



1. Check over the generator and start it up.

2. Place portable lights around the scene as directed by the supervisor.

3. Estimate the load that will be placed upon the generator by the number of portable lights that are being used.

4. Use extension cords and junction boxes to connect the portable lights to the generator.

5. Monitor the power output of the generator.

6. Shut down the generator and retrieve all electrical equipment used to illuminate the scene.


C

hapter 11

South Carolina Firefighter Series Forcible Entry


Firefighter I Skill 11.1 Hand tools and equipment

[NFPA 1001, 2013 Edition, 5.5.1]

Directions

For this skills evaluation checklist, students will clean, inspect, and maintain various hand tools. Every department has unique tools and equipment. This skill sheet is merely a basic guide to common procedures. Tools needing maintenance will be placed on a salvage cover. Students should select one tool at a time and clean and dry each tool thoroughly before proceeding to inspection and maintenance so that the cleaning can reveal any maintenance needs. Remind students to always follow the manufacturer’s instructions for all tools and equipment.


• Appropriate equipment operation and

service manuals • Personal protective clothing and

equipment

• Salvage cover • Tools: Cutting, pushing/pulling, prying, striking

• Maintenance tools such as files, wrenches, screwdrivers, hammers, etc.

• Maintenance supplies appropriate for the types of tools used, such as: steel wool, sandpaper, machine oil, lubricating oil, mild detergent, degreaser, shop towels, boiled linseed oil (wooden handles), paint, brushes, scrub pads, buckets, water

Objective

Clean, inspect, and maintain hand tools and equipment





Tool Cleaning

1. Wash tools with mild detergent or per manufacturer’s guidelines. Rinse and wipe dry. NOTE: Do not soak wooden handles in water because it will cause the wood to swell.

Tool Maintenance/Inspection

2. Inspect tool handles for cracks, splinters, or other damage.

3. Inspect tool head for tightness.

4. Inspect working surface for dullness, damage, chips cracks or metal fatigue.

5. Maintain wooden handles (if applicable). a. Repair loose tool heads b. Sand the handle to eliminate splinters c. Apply a coat of boiled linseed oil to the handle to preserve

it and prevent roughness and warping d. Do not paint or varnish the handle

6. Maintain cutting edges. a. File the cutting edges by hand b. Sharpen blade as specified in departmental SOPs c. Replace cutting head if required

7. Maintain unprotected metal surfaces. a. Keep free of rust b. File chips, cracks, or sharp edges c. Oil the metal surface lightly, using light machine oil




Skill 11.1 Hand tools and equipment

Tool Cleaning Step 1. Wash tools with mild detergent or per manufacturer’s guidelines. NOTE: Do not soak wooden handles in water because it will cause the wood to swell.

Tool Maintenance/Inspection Step 2. Inspect tool handles for cracks, splinters, & other damage. Step 3. Inspect tool head for tightness. Step 4. Inspect working surface for dullness, damage, chips, cracks, or fatigue. Step 5. Maintain wood handles: Repair loose heads, sand handles, apply linseed oil to protect & preserve, & do not paint/varnish the handle Step 6. Maintain cutting edges: Hand file, sharpen blade per Dept. SOPs, replace cutting head if required. Step 7. Maintain unprotected metal surface: keep rust free, file chips, cracks, sharp edges, & oil lightly using light machine oil.



Firefighter I Skill 11.2 Power tools and equipment

[NFPA 1001, 2013 Edition, 5.5.1]

Directions

For this skills evaluation checklist, students will clean, inspect, and maintain various power tools. Every department has unique tools and equipment. This skill sheet is merely a basic guide to common procedures. Tools needing maintenance will be placed on a salvage cover. Students should select one tool at a time and clean and dry each tool thoroughly before proceeding to inspection and maintenance so that the cleaning can reveal any maintenance needs. Remind students to follow the manufacturer’s instructions for all tools and equipment.


• Salvage cover • Cutting saw • Appropriate equipment operation

and service manuals • Gas powered positive pressure fan or

portable power plant • Maintenance supplies appropriate

for the types of tools used, such as: gasoline (4-cycle fuel), mixed gasoline (2-cycle fuel), diesel, fuel stabilizer, tags, machine oil, lubricating oil, mild detergent, degreaser, shop towels, paint, brushes, scrub pads, buckets, water

• Maintenance tools such as files, wrenches, screwdrivers, hammers, etc.

• Appropriate PPE (may include hearing and eye protection)

Objective

Clean, inspect, and maintain power tools and equipment





Tool Cleaning

1. Clean tools according to manufacturer’s guidelines.

Tool Inspection

2. Inspect tools for damage.

3. Inspect parts for tightness and function. a. Ensure that all guards are functional and in place b. Check all electrical components for cuts or other

damage

4. Inspect working surface for damage or wear.

Tool Maintenance

5. Change a cutting blade on a power tool. a. Check blades for damage or wear b. Replace blades that are damaged or worn

6. Check fuel level in all power tools and fill as necessary. a. Use correct fuel type b. Ensure that fuel is fresh

7. Check oil level in all tools and fill as necessary.

8. Start all power tools and keep them running. a. Ensure power tools will start manually b. Ensure battery packs are fully charged

9. Tag a tool that is out of service, per local policy. a. Place appropriate notification on the tool b. Communicate the situation with officer




Skill 11.2 Power Tools

Tool Inspection: Step 2. Inspect for damage. Step 3. Inspect parts for tightness, function.

a. Ensure guards are functional & in place

b. Check all electrical components

Step 4. Inspect surface for damage/wear.

Tool Cleaning: Step 1. Clean tools according to manufacturer’s guidelines.

Step 6. Check fuel level in all power tools and fill. Use correct type and fresh fuel.

Tool Maintenance: Step 5. Change a cutting blade on a power tool. Check blades for damage or wear. Replace blades that are damaged or worn.



Skill 11.2 Power Tools

Step 8. Start tool – keep running: a. Ensure manual start b. Ensure battery packs are full &

charged.

Step 9. Tag tool that is out of service per local policy.

a. Place notification on tool b. Communicate with appropriate

personnel

Step 7. Check oil and fill.



Firefighter I Skill 11.3 Force entry through an inward-swinging door

[NFPA 1001, 2013 Edition, 5.3.4, 5.3.14]

Directions

For this skills evaluation checklist, students will force entry through an inward-swinging door using the two-firefighter method. Although various forcible entry tools can be used to force doors, this skill sheet uses the Halligan bar and flat-head axe. Commands to use while striking will be “strike” or “hit”.


• Appropriate PPE • Flat-head axe • Halligan bar • Inward swinging door prop • Locking pliers, chain and/or utility

rope (optional)

Objective

Force entry through an inward-swinging door — Two-firefighter method. Using the GAP-SET-FORCE method





1. Try before you pry.

2. Size up the door, construction of door, frame, lock and operation.

3. Firefighter #1: Place the adz end of the halligan above or below the locking mechanism.

4. Attempt to “GAP” by prying up or down (away from the horn) to form a GAP in the door.

5. Firefighter #1: “SET” the fork of the halligan bar above or below the lock with the bevel side of the fork against the door.

6. Firefighter #2: On command, strike the halligan with the back-side of a flat head axe.

7. Firefighter #2: Drive the forked end of the tool past the interior doorjamb.

8. Firefighter #1: Move the halligan slowly perpendicular to the door being forced to prevent the fork from penetrating the interior doorjamb.

9.

Firefighter #1: Make sure the fork has penetrated between the door and the doorjamb.

10. Firefighter #1: Exert pressure on the tool toward the door, forcing it open.

11. “CONTROL” the door with a tool or webbing.




Skill 11.3 Force Entry inward-swinging door

Step 5. Firefighter #1- “SET” the fork of the halligan bar above or below the lock with the bevel side against the door.

Step 4. Attempt to “GAP” by prying up or down (away from the horn) to form a GAP in the door.

Step 1. Try before you pry. Step 2. Size up the door, construction of door, frame, lock, and operation.

Step 3. Firefighter #1- place the adz end of the halligan above or below the lock.



Skill 11.3 Force Entry inward-swinging door

Step 6. Firefighter #2- On command, strike the halligan with the back-side of a flat head axe.

Step 7. Firefighter #2- Drive the forked end of the tool past the interior doorjamb.

Step 8. Firefighter #1- Move the halligan slowly perpendicular to the door, to prevent it from penetrating the doorjamb. Step 9. Make sure the forks has penetrated between the door and the doorjamb.

Step 10. Exert pressure on the tool, towards the door. Step 11. “CONTROL” the door with a tool or webbing.



Firefighter I Skill 11.4 Force entry though an outward-swinging door

[NFPA 1001, 2013 Edition, 5.3.4, 5.3.14]

Directions

For this skills evaluation checklist, students will force entry through an outward- swinging door using the adz-end method. Although various forcible entry tools can be used to force doors, this skill sheet uses the Halligan bar and flat head axe.


• Appropriate PPE • Flat head axe • Halligan bar • Outward-swinging door prop • Locking pliers, chain and/or utility

rope (optional)

Objective

Force entry through an outward-swinging door — Adz-end method




2. Size up the door construction, door frame, lock, and operation.

3. Firefighter #1: Place the adz end of the Halligan bar just above or below the lock. a. If there are two locks, place the wedge between the locks

4. Firefighter #2: On command, strike the tool using a flat- head axe on the surface behind the wedge, driving the adz into the space between the door and the jamb.

5. Firefighter #1: Pull the halligan slowly towards the door frame to drive the adz between the door and jamb.

6. Firefighter #1: Pry down and out with the fork end of the tool.

a. Make sure the wedge is sufficiently driven into the space

7. Control the door




Skill 11.4 Force entry outward-swinging door

Step 4. Firefighter #2: On command, strike the tool using a flat-head axe on the surface behind the wedge, driving the adz into the space between the door and the jamb.

Step 3. Firefighter #1: Place the adz end of the Halligan just above or below the lock. If there are two locks, place the wedge between the locks.

Step 1. Try before you pry! Step 2. Size up the door construction, door frame, lock, and operation.



Step 6. Step 7.

Step 5. Firefighter #1: Pull the Halligan slowly towards the door frame to drive the adz between the door and the jamb. Step 6. Firefighter #1: Pry down and out with the fork end of the tool. Make sure the wedge is sufficiently driven into the space. Step 7. Control the door.

Step 5. Step 4.



Firefighter I Skill 11.5 Force entry using the through-the-lock method

[NFPA 1001, 2013 Edition, 5.3.4, 5.3.14]

Directions

For this skills evaluation checklist, students will force entry using the through-the-lock method.


• Appropriate PPE • Locking pliers • Door and lock • Halligan bar • Flat-head axe

• Key tool • K-tool (if available) • A-tool (if available)

Objective

Force entry using the through-the-lock method



Using Channel lock pliers


1. Size up the door construction, frame, lock and operation.

2. Place a set of locking pliers firmly on the lock cylinder.

3. Turn the lock cylinder counterclockwise to unscrew it from the door and remove it.

4. Look inside the lock and identify the type of mechanism.

5. Insert an appropriate key tool into the lock through the cylinder hole.

6. Manipulate the tool to release the latching mechanism.

7. Open and control the door.




Using K-tool


2. Size up the door and lock. a. Make sure the lock is not protected by a collar or shield

3. Slide the K-tool down over the lock cylinder face.

4. Tap the K-tool down with a Halligan bar or the back of a flat- head axe.

5. Insert the adz end of the halligan into the strap on the K-tool.

6. Drive the K-tool further into the cylinder. a. Make sure the K-tool has an adequate bite into the lock

cylinder

7. Pry up on the tool handle to pull the cylinder.

8. Insert a key tool through the cylinder hole to release the latching mechanism.

9. Open the door.


Using A-tool


2. Size up the door and lock.

3. Insert the V-notch of the A-tool between the lock cylinder and the door frame. a. The A-tool should be at a slight angle to the lock

4. Tap the A-tool firmly in place behind the lock cylinder. a. It may be necessary to drive the A-tool into the frame of

the door in order to get behind a tight lock

5. Pry up on the tool and remove the lock cylinder.

6. Insert the key tool into the lock through the cylinder hole.

7. Manipulate the tool to release the latching mechanism.

8. Open and control the door.

The student must successfully complete all task steps on one method to obtain “PASS” rating.



Skill 11.5 Force entry using through-the-lock

Step 4. Look inside the lock and identify mechanism. Step 5. Insert key tool. Step 6. Manipulate tool to release mechanism Step 7. Open and control door.

Step 3. Turn the lock cylinder counterclockwise to unscrew it from the door and remove it.

Step 2. Place a set of locking pliers firmly on the locking cylinder.

Step 1. Try before you pry. Size up door construction, frame, lock, and operation.



Skill 11.5 Force entry through-the-lock using the K-tool

Step 1. Try before you pry. Step 2. Size up door construction, frame, lock, and operation. Step 3. Slide K-tool down over lock cylinder face.

Step 8. Insert key tool through cylinder hole to release latching mechanism. Step 9. Open and control door.

Step 5. Insert adz end Halligan into strap on the K-tool. Step 6. Drive K-tool further into cylinder to ensure adequate bite. Step 7. Pry up on door handle to pull cylinder.

Step 4. Tap the K-tool down with the Halligan bar or back of a flat-head axe.



Skill 11.5 Force entry through-the-lock using the A- tool.

Step 4. Tap the A-tool down with the Halligan bar or back of a flat-head axe.

Step 1. Try before you pry. Step 2. Size up door construction, frame, lock, and operation. Step 3. Insert V-notch of A-tool between lock cylinder and door frame.

Step 5. Pry up on the A-tool and remove lock cylinder face. Step 6. Insert key tool.

Step 7. Manipulate tool to release latch. Step 8. Open and control door.



Firefighter I Skill 11.6 Force entry through padlocks

[NFPA 1001, 2013 Edition, 5.3.4, 5.3.14]

Directions

For this skills evaluation checklist, students will force entry through padlocks. Remind students that they should always try before they pry.


• Appropriate PPE • Flat-head axe • Padlock • Bolt cutters • Halligan bar

Objective

Force entry through padlocks

• Rotary saw • Vice grips with chain/webbing, if available





Method One — Horn End

1. Firefighter #1: Insert the horn/pike of a Halligan bar into the shackle of the lock and pull the lock out away from the staple.

2. Firefighter #2: Strike the Halligan bar sharply with a flat-head axe to drive the horn/pike through the lock shackle and break it.


Method Two — Fork End

1. Place the fork of the Halligan bar over the padlock shackle.

2. Twist the lock until the shackle or the hasp breaks.


Method Three — Bolt Cutters

1. Cut the shackle of the padlock, the chain, or the staple with bolt cutters. a. Do not attempt to cut case-hardened lock shackles with bolt

cutters


Method Four – Cutting padlocks

1. Size up the door construction, door frame, lock, and operation.

2. Position the lock against the door or frame exposing both parts of the shackle. NOTE: Do not attempt to hold or have someone else hold the lock. If available, use vice grips with attached chain or webbing to hold padlock.

3. With a rotary saw, cut both shackles at the same time.

4. Remove the shackle from the door hasp.

5. Open and/or control the door.

The student must successfully complete all task steps on one method to obtain “PASS” rating.



Skill 11.6 Force entry through padlocks

Method Two – Fork End Step 2. Twist the lock until the shackle or hasp breaks.

Method Two – Fork End Step 1. Place the fork end of the Halligan bar over the padlock shackle.

Method One – Horn End Step 2. Firefighter #2: Strike Halligan bar sharply with a flat-head axe to drive the horn/pike through the lock shackle and break it.

Method One – Horn End Step 1. Firefighter #1: Insert the horn/pike of a Halligan bar into the shackle of the lock and pull the lock away from the staple.



Skill 11.6 Force entry through padlocks

Method Three – Bolt Cutters Step 1. Cut the shackle of the padlock, the chain, or the staple with bolt cutters. * NOTE: DO NOT ATTEMPT TO CUT CASE-HARDENED LOCK SHACKLES WITH BOLT CUTTERS!



Skill 11.6 Cut a padlock

Method Four-Cutting padlocks Step 4. Remove the shackle from the door hasp. Step 5. Open and control door.

Method Four-Cutting padlocks Step 3. With a rotary saw, cut both shackles at the same time.

Method Four-Cutting padlocks Step 2. NOTE: Do not attempt to hold or have someone else hold lock. If available, use vice grips attached with chain or webbing to hold padlock.

Method Four-Cutting padlocks Step 1. Size up door construction, door frame, lock, and operation. Step 2. Position the lock against the door or frame exposing both parts of the shackle.



Firefighter I Skill 11.7 Force entry through a double-hung window

[NFPA 1001, 2013 Edition, 5.3.4, 5.3.14]

Directions

For this skills evaluation checklist, students will force entry through a double-hung window. When forcing entry into a fire building, firefighters must wear SCBA. Therefore, it is recommended that students wear SCBA for this training exercise. Remind students that they should always try before they pry.


• Appropriate PPE including SCBA • Axe or other prying tool • Window prop (double-hung

window)

Objective

Force entry through a double-hung window



1. Size up the situation. a. Try window first b. Evaluate window construction and locking method

2. Insert the blade of an axe or other prying tool under the center of the bottom sash in line with the lock mechanism.

3. Pry upward on the tool handle to force the lock.

4. Push the lower sash upward to open the window.

The student must successfully compete all task steps to obtain a “PASS” rating.



Skill 11.7 Force entry through a double-hung window

Step 4. Push the lower sash upward to open the window.

Step 3. Pry upward on the Halligan to force the lock.

Step 2. Insert blade of a Halligan or other prying tool under center of the bottom sash in line with the lock mechanism.

Step 1. Size up situation. Try the window first. Evaluate window construction and locking method.

Chapter 12

South Carolina Firefighter Series Ground Ladders


Firefighter I Skill 12.1 Clean, inspect, and maintain a ladder

(NFPA 1001, 2013 Edition, 5.5.1)

Directions

For this skills evaluation checklist, students will clean, inspect and maintain a ladder. The procedures are the general steps for cleaning; follow departmental procedures and manufacturer’s guidelines when cleaning, inspecting and maintaining ladders. Students should gather and prepare cleaning supplies per manufacturer’s recommendations.

Regular and proper cleaning of ladders is more than a matter of appearance: dirt or debris from a fire may collect and harden, making the ladder sections inoperable. Ladders should be cleaned and inspected after each use. The inspection should cover all parts of the ladder. When a part shows excessive wear, the cause should be determined. Ladders should also be inspected as per departmental policy.


• Ladder(s) to be cleaned and inspected

• Manufacturer-recommended cleaners and lubricants

• Stiff-bristled brush • Dry cloths • Garden hose • Sawhorses • Bucket • Ladder log and chalk or grease pen

Objective Clean, inspect, and maintain a ladder





Clean

1. Place the ladder flat on the sawhorses, lifting, and carrying appropriately.

2. Clean all parts of the ladder with scrub brush and cleaning solution, removing greasy residues with approved cleaners.

3. Rinse the ladder thoroughly with clean water.

4. Dry the ladder thoroughly with clean, dry cloths.

Inspect

5. Inspect each part of the ladder, noting any: a. Looseness b. Cracks c. Dents d. Unusual wear e. Bent rungs or beams f. Heat damage, deformities, or change in sensor label

6. Circle any defects found with chalk or grease pen.

7. Inspect the ladder halyard (extension ladders) for: a. Fraying or kinking b. Snugness of cable when in bedded position

8. Inspect all movable parts (extension, roof, and pole ladders).

Maintain

9. Lubricate parts as needed and per manufacturer’s guidelines, if applicable.

10. Tag and remove from service for any conditions that cannot be corrected with cleaning, inspection, and simple maintenance. Notify Company Officer.

11. Record cleaning, inspection, and maintenance performed.




Skill 12.1 Clean, inspect, & maintain a ladder

Clean Step 2. Clean all parts of the ladder with scrub brush and cleaning solution. Remove greasy residues with approved cleaners. Step 3. Rinse ladder. Step 4. Dry ladder with clean cloths. Step 4. Dry ladder.

Clean Step 1. Place the ladder flat on the sawhorses, lifting, and carrying appropriately.

Step 8. Inspect all movable parts. Maintain

Step 9. Lubricate parts per guidelines. Step 10. Tag & remove from service if necessary. Step 11. Record maintenance done.

Inspect Step 5. Inspect each part of ladder noting: looseness, cracks, dents, unusual wear, bent rungs or beams, heat damage, deformities, or change in sensor label. Step 6. Circle any defects. Step 7. Inspect halyard (extension ladders) for: fraying or kinking, snugness when bedded.



Firefighter I Skill 12.2 Ladders — One-firefighter method

(NFPA 1001, 2013 Edition, 5.3.6)

Directions

For this skills evaluation checklist, students will carry and raise a ladder using the one- firefighter method. Students should carry the ladder at least 20 feet to a target. This skill sheet covers the single ladder and extension ladder raise. Remind students to use proper technique to avoid back strain or injury.


• 10-14 foot roof or single ladder Appropriate PPE • Extension ladder (max. 24 ft)

Objective

Carry and raise a single/extension ladder — One-firefighter method





Single Ladder – Flat Method

1. Visually inspect the work area. a. Terrain for solid, level footing b. Overhead for electrical wires and obstructions

2. Position yourself at lifting point near the center of the ladder.

3. Kneel beside the ladder. a. At lifting point b. Facing ladder tip c. On knee closest to ladder

4. Grasp the ladder rung opposite your knee. a. With hand closest to ladder b. Palm forward

5. Stand the ladder on edge. a. Pivot on nearer beam, raising the farther beam.

6. Stand up. a. Use leg muscles, keep back straight and vertical.

7. Reposition yourself for carry. a. As ladder is brought up, pivot toward butt end of ladder b. Insert other arm through rungs.

8. Position for carrying. a. Upper beam resting on shoulder b. Butt lowered slightly c. Steadied with both hands

9. Walk toward target/objective and place one spur on the wall, one on the ground. a. Look at terrain and overhead clearance

10. Position yourself to raise the ladder. a. Grasp rung in front of your shoulder with free hand b. Remove other arm from between the rungs c. Step beneath ladder and grasp convenient rung with free hand



11. Bring the ladder upright until it rests against the building.

a. Advance toward the butt

12. Carefully move the ladder butt out from the building to the desired climbing angle. (approx. 60-75 degrees) a. Push against an upper rung b. Pull a lower rung

13. Lower the ladder, reversing the raising procedure.



Extension Ladder – Flat Method

1. Visually inspect the work area. a. Terrain for solid, level footing b. Overhead for electrical wires and obstructions

2. Position yourself at lifting point near the center of the ladder.

3. Kneel beside the ladder. a. At lifting point b. Facing ladder tip c. On knee closest to ladder

4. Grasp the ladder rung opposite your knee. a. With hand closest to ladder b. Palm forward

5. Stand the ladder on edge. a. Pivot on nearer beam, raising the farther beam.

6. Stand up. a. Use leg muscles, keep back straight and vertical.

7. Reposition yourself for carry. a. As ladder is brought up, pivot toward butt end of ladder b. Insert other arm through rungs.

8. Position for carrying. a. Upper beam resting on shoulder b. Butt lowered slightly c. Steadied with both hands




9. Walk toward target/objective and place one spur on the wall, one on the ground. a. Look at terrain and overhead clearance

10. Position yourself to raise the ladder. a. Grasp rung in front of your shoulder with free hand b. Remove other arm from between the rungs c. Step beneath ladder and grasp convenient rung with free

hand

11. Bring the ladder upright until it rests against the building. a. Advance hand-over-hand b. Toward the butt

12. Pull the ladder away from the building until in vertical position OR if building allows keep it against the building. a. Grasp a convenient rung with both hands b. Heel ladder

13. Balance ladder in a vertical position. a. One foot at butt of one beam b. Ladder steadied with instep, knee, and leg

14. Extend the fly section. a. To desired elevation b. Use hand-over-hand motion on halyard c. Pull halyard straight down d. Maintain ladder balance

15. Engage the ladder locks at the desired elevation.

16. Lower the ladder against the building. a. Grasp beams b. One foot against a butt spur or on bottom rung

17. Pivot the ladder if necessary until the fly faces out.

18. Carefully move the ladder butt out from the building to the desired climbing angle. a. Push against an upper rung b. Pull a lower rung c. Until at proper angle for climbing (approx. 60-75 degrees)

19. Secure the halyard with appropriate safety knot.




20. Lower the ladder, reversing the raising procedure.




Skill 12.2 Ladders–One-firefighter method

Step 5. Stand the ladder on edge. Pivot on nearer beam, raising the farther beam.

Step 4. Grasp ladder rung adjacent to knee with hand closest to ladder palm forwards.

Step 1. Visually inspect the work area. Check terrain for solid, level footing. “Clear” overhead for wires or obstructions. Step 2. Position at a lifting point near center of ladder.

Step 3. Kneel beside ladder at a lifting point , facing ladder tip, and put knee closest to ladder.



Step 9. Walk toward target/objective and place both spurs against the wall. Check terrain and overhead clearance as approach is made.

Step 8. Position for carrying. Upper beam rests on shoulder, butt is slightly lowered, and steady ladder with both hands.

Step 7. Re-position yourself for carry. As ladder is brought up, pivot towards butt end and insert arms through the rungs.

Step 6. Stand up. Use leg muscles while keeping back straight and vertical.



Step 13. Balance ladder in a vertical position. One foot at butt of one beam. Ladder steadied with in-step, knee, and leg. Step 14. Extend fly. Reach desired elevation using hand-over-hand motion while pulling halyard straight down and maintaining balance. Step 15. Engage ladder locks. Visually confirm locks engaged.

Step 12. Pull ladder away from building until in vertical position. Grasp convenient rung with both hands and heel ladder.

Step 11. Bring the ladder upright until it rests against the building. Advance towards the butt.

Step 10. Position yourself to raise ladder. Grasp rung in front of your shoulder with free hand. Remove other arm from between rungs. Step beneath ladder and grasp convenient rung with free hand.



Step 18. Carefully move ladder butt away from building to desired climbing angle (60- 75 degrees). Step 19. Tie off halyard with appropriate safety knot while keeping hands outside of the rungs. Step 20. Lower ladder, reversing raising procedure.

Step 16. Lower ladder gently against building by grasping beams with a foot against spur or rung to control. Step 17. Pivot ladder until fly faces out.



Firefighter I Skill 12.3 Ladders — Two-firefighter carry and flat raise

(NFPA 1001, 2013 Edition, 5.3.6)

Directions

For this skills evaluation checklist, students will carry and raise a ladder using the two- firefighter flat raise. Students should carry the ladder to the desired location for the raise.


• Extension ladder Appropriate PPE

Objective

Ladders — Two-firefighter carry and flat raise

Skills Evaluation Checklist NOTE: Firefighter #1 is located near the butt end of the ladder and is in command. Firefighter #2 is located near the tip end of the ladder.

Task Steps 1ST 2nd 3rd

Low-shoulder Carry

1. Both Firefighters: Place the ladder flat on the ground with the butt end toward the structure. Check for overhead obstructions and wires.

2. Both Firefighters: Kneel on the same side of the ladder, facing the tip. a. The knee closest to the ladder is the one touching the ground

3. Firefighter #1: Give the command “Prepare to beam.”

4. Both Firefighters: Grasp the ladder beam away from your body.

5. Firefighter #1: Give the command “Beam.”

6. Both Firefighters: Pull the ladder into position against them, resting the ladder on its beam.

7. Firefighter #1: Give the command “Prepare to shoulder the ladder.”



8. Firefighter #1: Give the command “Shoulder the ladder.”

9. Both Firefighters: Stand erect, lifting smoothly and continuously.

10. Both Firefighters: Pivot to face toward the butt end, extending free arm between two rungs to place beam onto shoulders at the same time.

11. Firefighter #1: Now in command of advancing the ladder, gives the command to “Advance.”

12. Both firefighters: Advance toward the building or objective.

13. Firefighter#2: Lift the tip of the ladder stepping under the beams and grasp the top rung.

14. Firefighter #1: Heel the ladder by standing on the bottom rung or by placing the toes or insteps on the beam.

15.

Firefighter #1: Crouch down to grasp a convenient rung or the beams with both hands.

16. Firefighter #1: Lean back.

17. Firefighter #2: Advance hand-over-hand down the rungs toward the butt end until the ladder is in a vertical position.

18. Firefighter #1: Grasp successively higher rungs or higher on the beams as the ladder comes to a vertical position until standing upright.

19. Both Firefighters: Face each other

20. Both Firefighters: Heel the ladder by placing toes against the same beam.

21. Firefighter #2: Grasp the beams, ensuring fingers and hands are on the outside of the beam.

22. Firefighter #1: Untie and grasp the halyard.

23. Firefighter #1: Extend the fly section with a hand-over-hand motion until the tip reaches the desired elevation and engages the ladder locks.

24. Both Firefighters: Confirm locks are engaged and lower the ladder gently into position against the structure.

25. Firefighter #2: Place both feet against the butt spurs or on the bottom rung, grasp the rung or beams, and check climbing angle (approx. 60-75 degrees).



26. Firefighter #1: Secure the halyard with appropriate safety knot.

The student must successfully complete “19 of 26” task steps to obtain a “PASS” rating.



Skill 12.3 Ladders – Two-Firefighter flat raise

Step 7. Firefighter #1: Give command “prepare to shoulder the ladder.” Step 8. Firefighter 1: Give the command “shoulder the ladder.” Step 9. Both Firefighters: Lift the ladder smoothly and continuously to arm’s length using leg muscles to stand erect. Step 10. Both Firefighters: Pivot to face toward butt end, extending free arm between two rungs to place beam onto shoulders at same time.

Step 4. Both Firefighters: Grasp ladder beam away from body. Step 5. Firefighter #1: Give command “beam.” Step 6. Both Firefighters: Pull ladder into position against them, resting ladder on its beam.

Step 2. Both Firefighters: Kneel on same side of ladder facing tip. Knee closest to ladder touches ground. Step 3. Firefighter #1: Give command “prepare to beam.”

Step 1. Both Firefighters: Kneel on same side of ladder, facing ladder butt end. Check and “clear overhead” for obstructions.



Step 18. Firefighter #1: Grasp successively higher rungs or higher on the beams as the ladder comes to a vertical position until standing upright. Step 19. Both Firefighters: Face each other. Step 20. Both Firefighters: Heel the ladder by placing toes against the same beam.

Step 17. Firefighter #2: Advance hand-over-hand down the rungs toward the butt end until the ladder is in vertical position.

Step 14. Firefighter 1: Heel the ladder by standing on the bottom or by placing toes or insteps on beam. Step 15. Firefighter 1: Crouch down to grasp a convenient rung or the beams with both hands and lean back.

Step 16. Firefighter #1: Lean back.

Step 11. Firefighter #1: Now in command of advancing the ladder, gives command “advance.” Step 12. Both Firefighters: Advance towards building or objective. Step 13. Firefighter #2: Lift tip of ladder stepping under beams and grasping top rung.



Step 25. Firefighter #2: Place both feet against the butt spurs or on the bottom rung, grasp the rung or beams, and check climbing angle (approx. 60-75 degrees).

Step 23. Firefighter #1: Extend the fly section with a hand-overhand motion until the tip reaches the desired elevation and engages the ladder locks. Step 24. Both Firefighters: Confirm locks are engaged and lower the ladder gently into position against the structure.

Step 22. Firefighter #1: Untie and grasp the halyard.

Step 21. Firefighter #2: Grasp the beams, ensuring fingers and hands are on the outside of the beam.



Step 26. Firefighter #1: Tie the halyard with appropriate safety knot.



Firefighter I Skill 12.4 Ladders — Two-firefighter carry and beam raise

(NFPA 1001, 2013 Edition, 5.3.6)

Directions

For this skills evaluation checklist, students will carry and raise a ladder using the two- firefighter beam raise. Students should carry the ladder to the desired location for the raise.


• Extension ladder • Appropriate PPE

Objective

Ladders — Two-firefighter carry and beam raise.

Skills Evaluation Checklist NOTE: Firefighter #1 is located near the butt end of the ladder and is in command. Firefighter #2 is located near the tip of the ladder.


Low-shoulder Carry

1. Both Firefighters: Place the ladder flat on the ground with the butt end toward the structure. Check for overhead obstructions and wires.

2. Both Firefighters: Kneel on the same side of the ladder, facing the tip. a. The knee closest to the ladder is the one touching the

ground

3. Firefighter #1: Give the command “Prepare to beam.”

4. Both Firefighters: Grasp the ladder beam away from your body.

5. Firefighter #1: Give the command “Beam.”

6. Both Firefighters: Pull the ladder into position against them, resting the ladder on its beam.



7. Firefighter #1: Give the command “Prepare to shoulder

ladder.”

8. Firefighter #1: Give the command “Shoulder the ladder.”

9. Both Firefighters: Stand erect, lifting smoothly and continuously.

10. Both Firefighters: Pivot to face toward the butt end, extending free arm between two rungs to place beam onto shoulders at the same time.

11. Firefighter#1: Now in command of advancing the ladder, give the command to “Advance.”

12. Both Firefighters: Advance toward the building or objective.

13. Firefighter #1: Place the ladder beam on the ground, Clear overhead

14. Firefighter #2: Check for overhead obstructions and wires.

15. Firefighter #2: Rest the ladder beam on one shoulder.

16. Firefighter #1: Place the foot closest to the lower beam on the lower beam at the butt end.

17. Firefighter #1: Grasp the upper beam with hands apart and the other foot extended back to act as a counterbalance.

18. Firefighter #2: Advance hand-over-hand down the beam toward the butt end until the ladder is in a vertical position.

19. Both Firefighters: Pivot the ladder to properly position the fly section.

20. Firefighter #1: Untie and grasp the halyard.

21. Firefighter #1: Extend the fly section with a hand-over-hand motion until the tip reaches the desired elevation. Engage the ladder locks.

22. Both Firefighters: Visually confirm both locks are engaged and lower the ladder gently into position against the structure.

23. Firefighter #2: Place both feet against the butt spurs or on the bottom rung, grasp the rung or beams, and check climbing angle (approx. 60-75 degrees).

24. Firefighter #1: Secure the halyard with appropriate safety knot.




Skill 12.4 Ladders – Two-firefighter beam raise

Step 4. Both Firefighters: Grasp ladder beam away from body. Step 5. Firefighter #1: Give command “beam.” Step 6. Both Firefighters: Pull ladder into position against them, resting ladder on its beam.

Step 1. Both Firefighters: Place ladder flat on the ground with butt end towards the structure. Check overhead for obstructions and or wires.

Step 7. Firefighter 1: Give the command “prepare to shoulder the ladder.” Step 8. Firefighter#1: Give command “shoulder the ladder.” Step 9. Both Firefighters: Stand erect, lifting smoothly and continuously. Step 10. Both Firefighters: Pivot to face toward the butt end, extending free arm between two rungs to place beam onto shoulders at the same time.

Step 2. Both Firefighters: Kneel on same side of ladder, facing tip. Knee closest to ladder is one touching the ground. Step 3. Firefighter #1: Give command “prepare to beam.”



Step 20. Firefighter 1: Untie and grasp the halyard. Step 21. Firefighter 1: Extend the fly section with a hand-over-hand motion until the tip reaches the desired elevation. Engage the ladder locks.

Step 19. Both Firefighters : Pivot the ladder to properly position the fly section.

Step 11. Firefighter 1: Now in command of advancing the ladder, give the command to “advance.” Step 12. Both firefighters: Advance to building or objective. Step 13. Firefighter #1: Place ladder beam on ground, clear overhead. Step 14. Firefighter #2: Check for overhead obstructions and wires. Step 15. Firefighter 2: Rest the ladder beam on one shoulder. Step 16. Firefighter 1: Place the foot closest to lower beam at the butt end.

Step 17. Firefighter 1: Grasp the upper beam with hands apart and other foot extended to act as a counterbalance. Step 18. Firefighter 2: Advance hand- over-hand down the beam toward the butt end until the ladder is in a vertical position.



Step 24. Frontal viewing of appropriate safety knot.

Step 24. Firefighter 1: Tie the halyard with appropriate safety knot.

Step 23. Firefighter 2: Place both feet against the butt spurs or on the bottom rung, grasp the rung or beams, and check climbing angle (60-75 degrees).

Step 22. Both Firefighters: Visually confirm both locks are engaged and lower the ladder gently into position against the structure.



Firefighter I Skill 12.5 Deploy a roof ladder

(NFPA 1001, 2013 Edition, 5.3.6)

Directions

For this skills evaluation checklist, students will deploy a roof ladder using the one- firefighter method.


• Single or extension ladder • Building • Roof ladder • Appropriate PPE

Objective Deploy a roof ladder — One-firefighter method




NOTE: Firefighters must wear appropriate PPE before performing this skill. A second Firefighter may assist the student testing.


1. Set the roof ladder down.

2. Open the hooks.

3. Face the hooks outward.

4. Tilt the roof ladder up so that it rests against the other ladder.

5. Climb the main ladder, one or two rungs below the tip of the roof ladder.

6. Lock into the ladder using a leg lock or ladder belt.

7. Use a hand-over-hand method to push the roof ladder onto the roof.

8. When the balance point is reached, turn the ladder flat, hooks down.

9. Push the roof ladder up the roof until the hooks go over the edge of the peak and catch solidly.




Skill 12.5 Deploy a roof ladder

Step 5.Climb the main ladder, position one or two rungs below tip of roof ladder. Step 6. Lock into ladder using a leg lock or ladder belt.

Step 4. Tilt the roof ladder so it rests against the other ladder.

Step 1. Set roof ladder down. Step 2. Open the hooks. Step 3. Face the hooks outward.



Step 8. When balance point is reached, turn ladder flat, hooks down.

Step 7. Use a hand-over-hand method to push the roof ladder onto the roof.

Step 9. Push the roof ladder up the roof until hooks go over the edge of the peak and catch solidly.



Firefighter I Skill 12.6 Shift a ladder — One-firefighter method

(NFPA 1001, 2013 Edition, 5.3.6)

Directions

For this skills evaluation checklist, students will shift a ladder using the one-firefighter method.


• Ladder • Appropriate PPE

Objective

Shift a ladder — One-firefighter method. The ladder will be resting against a building



1. Visually check the terrain and the area overhead.

2. Face the ladder.

3. Heel the ladder.

4. Grasp the beams.

5. Shift grip on the ladder, one hand at a time, so that one hand grasps as low a rung as convenient, palm upward.

6. Grasp a rung as high as convenient with the other hand, palm downward.

7. Turn slightly in the direction of travel.

8. Lift the ladder and proceed forward a short distance.

9. Watch the tip as it is being moved.

10. Set the ladder down at the new position.

11. Switch grip back to the beams.

12. Heel the ladder.




Skill 12.6 Shift a ladder–One-Firefighter

Step 4. Grasp the beams. Step 5. Shift grip on the ladder, one hand at a time, so that one hand grasps a rung as low as convenient, palm upward.

Step 3. Heel the ladder.

Step 2. Face the ladder. Step 1. Visually check the terrain and area overhead.



Step 9. Watch the tip as it is being moved. Step 6. Grasp a rung as high as convenient, palm downward. Step 7. Turn slightly in direction of travel. Step 8. Lift the ladder and proceed forward a short distance.

Step 10. Set the ladder down in a new position. Step 11. Switch grip back to beams. Step 12. Heel the ladder.



Firefighter I Skill 12.7 Leg lock on a ground ladder

(NFPA 1001, 2013 Edition, 5.3.6)

Directions

For this skills evaluation checklist, students will demonstrate the leg lock on a ground ladder.


• Ground ladder • Ladder belt (if needed)

Appropriate PPE

Objective

Leg lock on a ground ladder



1. Climb to the desired height.

2. Advance one rung higher.

3. Slide the leg on the opposite side from the working side over and behind the rung to be locked in to.

4. Hook foot either on the rung or on the beam.

5. Rest on thigh.

6. Step down with the opposite leg.

7. If student is unable to leg lock, use ladder belt per local protocols.




Skill 12.7 Leg lock on a ground ladder

Step 5. Rest on thigh. Step 3. Slide the leg on the opposite side from the working side over and behind the rung to be locked in to. Step 4. Hook foot either on the rung or on the beam.

Step 1. Climb to desired height. Step 2. Advance one rung higher.



NOTE: Above picture demonstrates working off of the right side of the ladder.

Step 6. Step down with the opposite leg. Step 7. If student is unable to leg lock, use ladder belt per local protocols.



Firefighter I Skill 12.8 Assist a conscious victim down a ground ladder

(NFPA 1001, 2013 Edition, 5.3.9)

Directions

For this skills evaluation checklist, students will assist a conscious victim down a ground ladder. This skill requires four firefighters to work together and coordinate efforts. Two firefighters will be in the building, one firefighter is the rescuer, and one firefighter will heel the ladder. You should inform each student which position to take.


• Extension ladder of appropriate

length to reach rescue window • Appropriate PPE

Objective

Assist a conscious victim down a ground ladder




NOTE: Firefighters must wear the appropriate PPE before performing this skill. The Rescuer will be the only firefighter being evaluated


1. Rescuer and Heeler: Position the ladder. a. Tip at the sill of the rescue window b. Correct climbing angle (60-75 degrees)

2. Heeler: Heel the ladder.

3. Rescuer: Climb the ladder. a. Until in a position below window for receiving victim b. With both feet on one rung

4. Firefighters in building: Lower the victim from the window to the rescuer on the ladder. a. Feet first b. Facing building

5. Rescuer: Position the victim for carrying. a. Forearms under victim’s armpits b. Hands on ladder rungs in front of victim

6. Rescuer: Descend the ladder. a. One rung at a time b. Supporting and reassuring victim




Skill 12.8 Assist conscious victim down a ladder

Step 4. Firefighters in building: Lower the victim from the window to the rescuer on the ladder.

a. Feet first b. Facing building

Step 5. Rescuer: Position the victim for carrying.

a. Forearms under victim’s armpits b. Hands on ladder rungs in front of

victim

Step 6. Rescuer: Descend the ladder. a. One rung at a time b. Supporting and reassuring victim

Step 1. Rescuer and Heeler: Position the ladder Step 2. Heeler: Heel the ladder Step 3. Rescuer: Climb the ladder.

a. Until in a position below window for receiving victim

b. With both feet on one rung



Firefighter I Skill 12.9 Assist an unconscious victim down a ground ladder

(NFPA 1001, 2013 Edition, 5.3.9)

Directions

For this skills evaluation checklist, students will assist an unconscious victim down a ground ladder. This skill requires five firefighters to work together and coordinate efforts. Two firefighters will be in the building, one firefighter is the rescuer, one firefighter will heel the ladder, and one will be the victim. (You should inform students which position to take.)


• Extension ladder of appropriate

length to reach rescue window • Appropriate PPE

Objective

Assist an unconscious victim down a ground ladder




Note: The rescue firefighter is the only one being evaluated on this skill sheet.


1. Rescuer and Heeler: Position the ladder. a. Tip at the sill of the rescue window b. Correct climbing angle: Less vertical to emphasize weight on ladder (60-70 degrees)

2. Heeler: Heel the ladder.

3. Rescuer: Climb the ladder. a. Until in a position below window for receiving victim b. Raise one foot to next rung

4. Firefighters in building: Position victim supine and use seat/lift carry to lower the victim from the window to the Rescuer on the ladder with victim’s front to Rescuer and victim facing the Rescuer.

a. Feet first b. Victim facing Rescuer

5. Rescuer: Position the victim for carrying (Victim should be facing Rescuer). a. Victim’s legs outside the beams b. Rescuers arms inside victims legs c. Victim laying across ladder with head slightly elevated d. Rescuers arm under victim’s armpits

6. Rescuer: Descend the ladder. a. One rung at a time b. Supporting victim with arms




Skill 12.9 Assist unconscious victim down a ladder

Step 1. Rescuer and Heeler: Position the ladder Step 2. Heeler: Heel the ladder Step 3. Rescuer: Climb the ladder.

a. Until in a position below window for receiving Victim

b. Raise one foot to next rung

Step 4: Building Firefighters: Position victim supine and use seat lift/carry to lower the victim from window to the Rescuer on the ladder feet first, victim facing Rescuer.

Step 5 (cont). Above picture shows position of Rescuer’s arm under Victim’s armpits.

Step 5. Rescuer: Position the Victim for carrying.

a. Victim’s legs outside the beams b. Rescuer’s arms inside the Victim’s

legs c. Victim laying across ladder with

head slightly elevated d. Rescuer’s arm under victim’s

armpits

Step 6. Rescuer: Descend the ladder.

Chapter 13

South Carolina Firefighter Series Tactical Ventilation

South Carolina Fire Academy/ April 2014/ Rev 0

Firefighter I Skill 13.1 Ventilate using mechanical positive pressure

[NFPA 1001, 5.3.11, 5.3.12]

Directions

For this skills evaluation checklist, students will demonstrate mechanical positive pressure ventilation (PPV). This skill requires two to three firefighters in full personal protective equipment with SCBA working together. Other factors such as search and rescue, fire control procedures, etc., will dictate when and how PPV should be applied. Remind students to always follow Manufacturer’s instructions for any equipment used. You should direct firefighters to perform positive pressure ventilation on a structure. Provide the following information to students: • Point of entry to use • Location/seat of the fire • Possible exit openings to use • No other operations are going on inside the structure • Forcible entry has occurred • There is no wind


• Appropriate PPE including SCBA • Smoke-filled training structure • One or two PPV fans

• Forcible entry tools as applicable

Objective Ventilate using mechanical positive pressure




NOTE: Firefighters must determine the wind direction prior to ventilation.


1. Place fan near entrance (4 feet to 6 feet) opening so that it will create a positive pressure within the structure when needed.

2. Confirm order with Officer to ventilate structure.

3. Start fan(s) and temporarily direct away from opening.

4. Create exit opening appropriate in size to the “point of entry.”

5. Direct fan into point of entry so that cone of air covers opening. (Check by using your hand around the door frame to feel air movement).

6. Determine if smoke is moving away from point of entry and toward exit. If not: discontinue use of fan and reevaluate location of point of entry, exit, and any obstructions of the flow of air.

7. Clear smoke out of building.

8. Ensure effectiveness of ventilation.




Skill 13.1 Ventilate using mechanical positive pressure

Step 6. Determine if smoke is moving away from point of entry and toward exit. Check by using your hand around the door frame to feel air movement. Step 7. Clear smoke out of building. Step 8. Ensure effectiveness of ventilation.

Step 5. Direct fan into point of entry so that cone of air covers opening.

Step 3. Start fan(s) and temporarily direct away from opening. Step 4. Create exit opening appropriate in size to the “point of entry.”

Step 1. Place fan near entrance (4-6 ft) opening so that it will create a positive pressure. Step 2. Confirm order with Officer to ventilate.



Firefighter I Skill 13.2 Ventilate using a power saw

[NFPA 1001, 5.3.12]

Directions

For this skills evaluation checklist, students will ventilate using a power saw to cut an opening.


• Appropriate PPE including SCBA • Power saw • Ground ladder or aerial device to

provide access to the roof • Flat, wood-raftered training roof • Hand tools and pike pole

Objective Ventilate using a power saw to cut an opening

NOTE: Task Step 4 is based on SCFA recommendation






1. While on the ground, confirm the saw is working to ensure proper operation. CAUTION: The saw should NOT be running while ascending to roof.

2. Sound/Feel roof with tool: a. You could feel a spongy bounce b. You could feel a strong bounce/support

members c. You could feel a weak bounce/support members

3. Locate rafters/floor joists and check roof/floor for integrity.

4. Start saw and make the following recommended cuts: a. First cut: Top cut, horizontal working towards firefighter b. Second cut: Side cut, vertical, cutting from top to bottom c. Third cut: Lengthwise closer to firefighter, cutting from top to bottom d. Fourth cut: Horizontal, bottom working toward firefighter

5. Maintain secure footing while cutting.

6. Lock off saw or use chain brake.

7. Ask command for permission to open ventilation hole.

8. Ensure effectiveness of ventilation by using pike pole to push down ceiling material.




Skill 13.2 Ventilate using a power saw

Step 1. While on ground, start and confirm saw is working. TURN OFF SAW PRIOR TO ASCENDING! Step 2. Sound/Feel roof with tool:

a. You could feel spongy bounce b. You could feel spongy supports c. You could feel weak supports

Step 3. Locate rafters/floor joists & check roof for integrity.

Step 4. Start saw and make following cuts: a. 1st Cut: Top cut, horizontal

working towards FF b. 2nd Cut: Side cut, vertical, top to

bottom c. 3rd Cut: Lengthwise closer to FF,

top to bottom d. 4th Cut: Horizontal, bottom

toward FF

Step 5. Maintain secure footing. Step 6. Lock off saw or use brake. Step 7. Ask command for permission to open hole. Step 8. Ensure effectiveness of ventilation by using pike pole to push down materials.



Firefighter I Skill 13.3 Ventilate using an axe

[NFPA 1001, 5.3.12]

Directions

For this skills evaluation checklist, students will ventilate using an axe to cut an opening.


• Appropriate PPE including SCBA • Flat, wood-raftered training roof • Ground ladder to provide access

to the roof • Flat-head axe and pike pole

Objective Ventilate using an axe to cut an opening

NOTE: Task Step 3 is based on SCFA recommendation






1. Sound/Feel roof with tool: a. You could feel a spongy bounce b. You could feel a strong bounce/support

members c. You could feel a weak bounce/support members

2. Locate rafters/floor joists and check roof/floor for integrity.

3. Make the following recommended cuts by using the back-side of an axe: a. First cut: Horizontal, top working toward firefighter b. Second cut: Lengthwise away from firefighter, cutting from top to bottom c. Third cut: Lengthwise closer to firefighter, cutting from top to bottom d. Fourth cut: Horizontal, bottom working toward firefighter

4. Maintain secure footing while cutting.

5. Ask command for permission to open ventilation hole.

6. Ensure effectiveness of ventilation by using pike pole to push in ceiling material




Skill 13.3 Ventilate using an axe

Step 3. Make the following cuts by using the back-side of an axe:

a. First cut: horizontal, top working toward firefighter

b. Second cut: lengthwise away from firefighter, cutting top to bottom

c. Third cut: lengthwise closer to firefighter, cutting top to bottom

d. Fourth cut: Horizontal, bottom working toward firefighter

Step 4. Maintain secure footing while cutting.

Step 5. Ask command to open ventilation hole. Step 6. Ensure effectiveness of ventilation by using pike pole to push in ceiling material.

Step 1. Sound/feel roof with a tool. Step 2. Locate rafters/ joists and check roof for integrity.

Chapter 14

South Carolina Firefighter Series Water Supply


Firefighter I Skill 14.1 Operate a hydrant

(NFPA 1001, 5.3.15)

Directions

For this skills evaluation checklist, students will operate a hydrant. When operating a hydrant, remind students to follow the basic safety precautions given below. • Tighten caps on outlets not used. • Do not stand in front of closed caps. • Do not lean over top of operating hydrant. • Close hydrant slowly. • Check downstream drainage. • Do not flow without adequate drainage. • Do not flow across a busy street. • Do not flow onto street in freezing weather. • Control pedestrian and vehicle traffic as necessary.


• Spanner or hydrant wrench • Fire hydrant

Objective Operate a hydrant





1. As a safety precaution, tighten hydrant outlet caps that will not be used: a. Turn caps clockwise b. Use appropriate tools

2. Turn outlet nut counterclockwise and remove the cap from one outlet: a. Stand clear of closed caps

3. Open the hydrant: a. Use tools to slowly turn hydrant nut appropriate direction,

typically counterclockwise b. Continue until fully open c. Stand clear of closed caps d. Do not lean over top of hydrant

4. Close the hydrant: a. Use tools to slowly turn hydrant nut appropriate direction,

typically clockwise b. Continue until fully closed c. Check to see that the hydrant is draining if it is a dry-

barrel style

5. Replace cap on outlet: a. Turn outlet nut appropriate direction, typically clockwise,

until firmly closed b. Stand clear of closed caps




Skill 14.1 Operate a hydrant

Step 3 (cont). Keep hydrant open to flush water until water is clean and clear.

Step 3. Open the hydrant: a. Use tools to slowly turn nut in

appropriate direction, typically counterclockwise

b. Continue until fully open c. Stand clear of closed caps d. Do not lean over top of hydrant

Step 2. Turn outlet nut counterclockwise and remove the cap from one outlet:

a. Stand clear of closed caps

Step 1. As a safety precaution, tighten outlet caps that will not be used.

a. Turn caps clockwise b. Use appropriate tools



Skill 14.1 Operate a hydrant

Step 4. Close the hydrant: a. Use tool to slowly turn hydrant

nut, typically clockwise b. Continue until fully closed c. Check to see that the hydrant is

draining, if it is a dry barrel

Step 5. Replace cap on outlet: a. Turn outlet nut appropriate

direction, typically clockwise, until firmly closed

b. Stand clear of closed caps



Firefighter I Skill 14.2 Make soft-sleeve hydrant connection

(NFPA 1001, 5.3.15)

Directions

For this skills evaluation checklist, students will make soft-sleeve and hard-suction hydrant connections.


• Soft-sleeve hose • Engine (in position) • Spanner or hydrant wrench • Appropriate PPE • 4½-inch to 2½-inch reducer

coupling (if hydrant has only 2½-inch outlets)

Objective Make a soft-sleeve hydrant connection



Skill Evaluation Checklist


Soft-Sleeve Connection

1. Confirm order with Officer to make hydrant connection.

2. Remove necessary equipment from the Pumper. (Hydrant and spanner wrench, adapters)

3. Inspect the hydrant for exterior damage and check for debris or damage in inside outlet.

4. If using 5” hose, attach an open gate valve to the outlet closest to the fire truck.

5. Place the hydrant wrench on hydrant nut with handle pointing away from outlet.

6.

Open and flush hydrant through the open gate valve. Close hydrant and gate valve when finished.

7. Remove hose from Engine and make connection to appropriate suction or pump intake.

8. Stretch intake hose to the hydrant, if using 5” place a full twist in the hose to avoid kinking.

9. Make the hydrant connection to appropriate outlet on the hydrant, using adapters if necessary.

10. Open the hydrant slowly until hose is full.

11. Tighten any leaking connections using rubber mallet or spanner wrench.




Skill 14.2 Soft-Sleeve hydrant connection

Step 10. Open the hydrant slowly until the hose is full. Step 11. Tighten any leaking connections.

Step 8. Stretch intake hose to the hydrant, if using 5” place a full twist in the hose to avoid kinking. Step 9. Make the connection to hydrant outlet, using adapters if necessary.

Step 5. Place the hydrant wrench on hydrant nut. Step 6. Open and flush hydrant through the open gate valve. Close hydrant and gate valve when finished. Step 7. Remove hose from engine and make connection to appropriate suction or pump intake.

Step 1. Confirm order to make hydrant connection. Step 2. Remove necessary equipment from the pumper. Step 3. Inpsect the hydrant for damage and check for debris or damage in the outlet. Step 4. If using 5” hose, attach a gate valve.



Firefighter I Skill 14.3 Hard-suction hose for drafting

(NFPA 1001, 5.3.15)

Directions

For this skills evaluation checklist, students will connect and place a hard-suction hose for drafting from a static water source.


• Floating or conventional

barrel-type hose strainer • Two 10-foot (3 m) sections of

hard-suction hose • Rubber mallet • Utility rope • Spare hard-suction hose

coupling gasket(s) • Appropriate PPE

Objective Connect and place a hard-suction hose for drafting from a static water source





1. Confirm order with Officer to connect hose for drafting.

2. Check the hard-suction couplings: a. Remove any dirt or debris b. Replace worn or frayed coupling gaskets

3. Connect the sections of hard-suction hose: a. Align sections b. Hand tighten in clockwise direction c. Keep off of ground d. Use rubber mallet to make airtight connection, if necessary

4. Connect the strainer to the appropriate end of the hard- suction hose: a. Hand tighten in clockwise direction b. Using rubber mallet to make airtight connection, if necessary c. Fasten rope to strainer

5. Put the strainer into the water; if a barrel strainer, use the rope to maneuver the hose and to keep the strainer off the bottom.

6. Prepare pump intake for coupling by removing pump intake cap and keystone intake valve from intake, if applicable.

7. Connect the hard-suction hose to the pump intake, aligning the sections and hand tightening in a clockwise direction. Use rubber mallet to make airtight connection, if necessary.

8. Tie strainer rope (if used) to Pumper or stationary object.

9. Dismantle drafting equipment and return to proper storage on Pumper per departmental SOPs.




Skill 14.3 Hard-suction hose for drafting

Step 3. Connect sections of hard-suction hose. Align sections, hand-tighten in clockwise direction, keep off ground, & use rubber mallet to tighten if needed. Step 4. Connect strainer to end of hard- suction hose. Clockwise tighten, use mallet, fasten rope.

Step 6. Prepare intake by removing cap. Step 7. Connect hard-suction hose to intake, aligning sections, and hand-tighten. Use rubber mallet if needed. Step8. Dismantle equipment & return to storage per local SOPs.

Step 5. Put strainer in water; if barrel strainer, use rope to maneuver hose and keep strainer off bottom.

Step 1. Confirm order with Officer to connect hose for drafting. Step 2. Check the hard-suction couplings:

a. Remove any dirt or debris b. Replace worn or frayed coupling

gaskets



Firefighter I Skill 14.4 Portable water tank

(NFPA 1001, 5.3.15)

Directions

For this skills evaluation checklist, students will deploy a portable water tank. This skill evaluation checklist is written for a jet siphon. A plain siphon, commercial tank- connecting device, permanent tank gravity drain, or drain tunnel connector may also be used.


• Apparatus-mounted portable

reservoirs • Reservoir manufacturer’s setup

instructions

• Appropriate PPE • Two heavy tarps (big enough for tank to sit on)

• Siphon and appropriate siphon hose/tubing or other means of transferring water from one tank to another

Objective Deploy a portable water tank





1. Remove the tarps from the Apparatus.

2. Carry the tarps to the planned location for the water reservoirs: a. Location provides easy access from multiple directions b. Location allows other apparatus access to the fire scene

3. Open the tarps and spread them flat on the ground.

4. Remove the portable tank, jet siphon, and manufacturer’s setup instructions from the Apparatus: a. Use proper lifting techniques b. Carry to the setup location

5. Set up two portable tanks within departmental time limits (if specified) per Manufacturer’s instructions.

6. Connect the intake and discharge hoses to the jet siphon per Manufacturer’s instructions.

7. Position the jet siphon properly to draw and discharge water per Manufacturer’s instructions.

8. Dismantle the portable tanks following Manufacturer’s instructions.

9. Shake and fold the tarps.

10. Return equipment to the proper storage locations on the apparatus, after following Departmental SOP’s on cleaning and drying tarps and portable tanks.




Skill 14.4 Portable Water tank

Step 1. Remove the tarps from the Apparatus. Step 2. Carry the tarps to the planned location for the water reservoirs. Step 3. Open the tarps and spread them flat on the ground. Step 4. Remove the portable tank, jet siphon, and manufacturer’s setup instructions from the Apparatus. Step 5. Set up two portable tanks, if specified). Step 6. Connect the intake and discharge hose to the jet siphon per manufacturer’s instructions. Step 7. Position the jet siphon properly to draw and discharge water per manufacturer’s instructions. Step 8. Dismantle the portable tanks following Manufacturer’s instructions. Step 9. Shake and fold the tarps. Step 10. Return equipment to proper storage.

Chapter 15


South Carolina Firefighter Series Fire Hose

Firefighter I Skill 15.1 Inspect and maintain a fire hose

(NFPA 1001, 2013 Edition, 5.5.2)

Directions

For this skills evaluation checklist, students will inspect, clean, and dry hose. Students will also replace hose gasket. Remind students that they should always follow any manufacturer recommendations and departmental SOPs.


• Hoses with male, female, and

Storz couplings • Replacement gaskets of appropriate

types and sizes

• Appropriate PPE • Out-of-service tag (if applicable) • Chalk or non-permanent marker • Used hose to be inspected • Fire hose service log

Objective

Inspect and maintain a fire hose





Inspect

1. Stretch hose to full length on flat, clean, and dry surface. a. Ensure grease or other chemicals cannot come into contact with hose b. Attempt to unroll hose rather than drag it

2. Begin at male coupling and check condition of threads, attachment to hose, and lugs.

3. Carefully place male coupling back on surface, protecting threads from impact with ground.

4. Slowly walk along the section of hose, visually inspecting surface for abrasion, burns, or other damage.

5. Circle any damaged spots (on both sides of hose) with piece of chalk or non-permanent marker.

6. Inspect threads, swivel, and hose coupling attachment upon reaching female hose coupling. a. Inspect fire hose coupling swivel gasket – Should be pliable with no cracks or deep depressions caused by overtightening

7. Turn hose over to inspect bottom side. a. Follow same procedure and inspect hose back to male coupling b. Pay particular attention to marked locations on other side of hose

8. Roll the hose. a. Roll from male coupling (keeping it on the inside) back to female coupling b. Roll with opposite side out as previously rolled

9. Note general inspection results, update fire hose service log as required by local SOPs. a. If hose is damaged or has other defects, tag with out-of- service tag, remove from service until repaired and tested b. If free of damage, return to appropriate location




Maintain - Replace a Hose Gasket

10. Remove and discard old or damaged gasket in proper receptacle.

11. Pick up new gasket with middle finger and thumb, and fold loop upward with index finger.

12. Place gasket into swivel, large loop first, smoothing as necessary to seat.




Skill 15.1 Inspect and maintain fire hose

Step 2. Begin at male coupling and check condition of threads, attachment to hose, and lugs.

Step 1. Stretch hose to full length on flat, clean and dry surface.

a. Ensure grease or other chemicals do not come into contact with hose

b. Attempt to unroll hose rather than drag it

Step 3. Carefully place male coupling back on surface, protecting threads from impact with ground.

Step 4. Slowly walk along the section of hose, visually inspecting surface for abrasion, burns, or other damage.

Step 5. Circle any damaged spots (on both sides) with piece of chalk or marker.



Skill 15.1 Inspect and maintain fire hose

Maintain – Replace a Hose gasket Step 10. Remove and discard old or damaged gasket. Step 11. Pick up new gasket with middle finger and thumb, and fold loop upward with index finger. Step 12. Place gasket into swivel, large loop first, smoothing as necessary to seat.

Step 6. Inspect threads, swivel, and hose coupling attachment upon reaching female hose coupling. Step 7. Turn hose over to inspect bottom side. Step 8. Roll the hose.

a. Roll from male coupling back to female

b. Roll with opposite side out as previously rolled

Step 9. Note general inspection results, update fire hose service log as required by local SOP’s.

a. If hose is damaged or has other defects, tag with out of service and remove from service

b. If free of damage, return to appropriate location.



Firefighter I Skill 15.2 Straight hose roll

(NFPA 1001, 2013 Edition, 5.5.2)

Directions

For this skills evaluation checklist, students will make a straight hose roll.


• One section of hose

Objective

Make a straight hose roll



1. Lay out the hose straight and flat on a clean surface.

2. Roll the male coupling over onto the hose to start the roll. a. Form a coil that is open enough to allow the fingers to be inserted

3. Continue rolling the coupling over onto the hose, forming an even roll. a. Keep the edges of the roll aligned on the remaining hose to make a uniform roll as the roll increases in size

4. Lay the completed roll on the ground.

5. Tamp any protruding coils down into the roll with a foot.




Skill 15.2 Straight hose roll

Step 3. Continue rolling the coupling over onto the hose, forming an even roll.

a. Keep the edges of the roll aligned on the remaining hose to make a uniform roll as the roll increases in size.

Step 2. Roll the male coupling over onto the hose to start the roll.

a. Form a coil that is open enough to allow the fingers to be inserted

Step 1. Lay out the hose straight and flat on a clean surface.

Step 4. Lay the completed roll on the ground.



Skill 15.2 Straight hose roll

Step 5. Tamp any protruding coils down into the roll with a foot.



Firefighter I Skill 15.3 Donut hose roll

(NFPA 1001, 2013 Edition, 5.5.2)

Directions

For this skills evaluation checklist, students will make a donut hose roll. There are several methods listed for practice. Indicate to students what method they are to be tested over before beginning skills practice.


• One section of hose

Objective

Make a donut hose roll



1. Grasp either coupling end, and carry it to the opposite end. The looped section should lie flat, straight, and without twists.

2. Face the coupling ends.

3. Start the roll on the male coupling side about 2½-feet from the bend (1½-feet for 1½-inch hose).

4. Roll the hose toward the male coupling.

5. Pull the female side back a short distance to relieve the tension if the hose behind the roll becomes tight during the roll.

6. Lay the roll flat on the ground as the roll approaches the male coupling.

7. Draw the female coupling end around the male coupling to complete the roll.




Skill 15.3 Donut hose roll

Step 2. Face the coupling ends. Step 1. Grasp either coupling end, and carry it to the opposite end. The looped section should lie flat, straight, and without twists.

Step 3. Start the roll on the male coupling side about 2.5 feet from the bend. Step 4. Roll the hose toward the male

coupling. Step 5. Pull the female side back a short distance to relieve the tension if the hose behind the roll becomes tight during the roll.



Skill 15.3 Donut hose roll

Step 7. Draw the female coupling end around the male coupling to complete the roll.

Step 6. Lay the roll flat on the ground as the roll approaches the male coupling.



Firefighter I Skill 15.4 Flat hose load

(NFPA 1001, 2013 Edition, 5.5.2)

Directions

For this skills evaluation checklist, students will make the flat hose load.


• Several sections of hose to be loaded

Hose bed

Objective

Make the flat hose load



1. Inspect the hose and hose couplings for damage.

2. Place first coupling at a front corner of the hose bed.

3. Lay the hose flat in the hose bed in a front-to-back fashion.

4. Fold the hose back on itself (make a loop) and lay the hose in the opposite direction. a. Repeat until hose covers the bottom of the hose bed

5. Start second layer repeating Steps 3 and 4. a. Repeat until all hose is loaded

6. Finish hose load as required by local protocol.




Skill 15.4 Flat hose load

Step 4. Fold the hose back on itself (make a loop) and lay the hose in the opposite direction.

a. Repeat until hose covers the bottom of the hose bed

Step 3. Lay the hose flat in the hose bed in a front-to-back fashion.

Step 2. Place first coupling at a front corner of the hose bed.

Step 1. Inspect the hose and hose couplings for damage.



Skill 15.4 Flat hose load

Step 6. Finish hose load as required by local protocol.

Step 5. Start second layer repeating Steps 3 and 4.

a. Repeat until all hose is loaded



Firefighter I Skill 15.5 Accordion hose load

(NFPA 1001, 2013 Edition, 5.5.2)

Directions

For this skills evaluation checklist, students will make the accordion hose load.



Hose bed

Objective

Make an accordion hose load





1. Lay the first length of hose in the bed on edge against the partition.

2. Fold the hose at the front of the hose bed back on itself.

3. Lay the hose back to the rear next to the first length.

4. Fold the hose at the rear of the hose bed so that the bend is even with the rear edge of the bed.

5. Lay the hose back to the front.

6. Continue laying the hose in folds across the hose bed. a. Stagger the folds at the rear edge of the bed so that every other bend is approximately 2 inches shorter than the edge of the bed. b. This stagger may also be done at the front of the bed if desired

7. Angle the hose upward to start the next tier.

8. Make the first fold of the second tier directly over the last fold of the first tier at the rear of the bed.

9. Continue with the second tier in the same manner as the first, progressively laying the hose in folds across the hose bed.

10. Make the third and succeeding tiers in the same manner as the first two tiers.

11. Move to the opposite hose bed.

12. Load the hose in the same manner as the first side.

13. Connect the last coupling on top with the female coupling from the first side when the load is completed.

14. Lay the connected couplings on top of the hose load.

15. Pull out the slack so that the crossover loop lies tightly against the hose load.




Skill 15.5 Accordion hose load

Step 6. Continue laying the hose in folds across the hose bed.

a. Stagger the folds at the rear edge of the bed (may also be done at the front of the bed)

Step 4. Fold the hose at the rear of the hose bed so that the bend is even with the rear edge of the bed.

Step 5. Lay the hose back to the front.

Step 2. Fold the hose at the front of the hose bed back on itself. Step 3. Lay the hose back to the rear next to the first length.

Step 1. Lay the first length of hose in the bed on edge against the partition.



Skill 15.5 Accordion hose load

Step 7. Angle the hose upward to start the next tier. Step 8. Make the first fold of the second tier directly over the last fold of the first tier at the rear of the bed. Step 9. Continue with the second layer tier in the same manner as the first, progressively laying the hose in folds across the bed. Step 10. Make the third and succeeding tiers (if needed) in the same manner as the first two tiers. Step 11. Move to the opposite hose bed. Step 12. Load the hose in the same manner as the first side. Step 13. Connect the last coupling on top with the female coupling from the first side when the load is completed. Step 14. Lay the connected couplings on top of the hose load. Step 15. Pull out the slack so that the crossover loop lies tightly against the hose load.



Firefighter I Skill 15.6 Pre-connected flat hose load

(NFPA 1001, 2013 Edition, 5.5.2)

Directions

For this skills evaluation checklist, students will make the pre-connected flat hose load.



• Nozzle

• Hose bed

Objective

Make the pre-connected flat hose load



1. Attach the female coupling to the discharge outlet.

2. Lay the first length of hose flat in the bed against the side wall.

3. Angle the hose to lay the next fold adjacent to the first fold and continue building the first tier.

4. Make a fold that extends approximately 8 inches beyond the load at a point that is approximately one-third the total length of the load. This loop will later serve as a pull handle.

5. Continue laying the hose in the same manner, building each tier with folds laid progressively across the bed.

6. Make a fold that extends approximately 14 inches beyond the load at a point that is approximately two-thirds the total length of the load. This loop will also serve as a pull handle.

7. Complete the load.

8. Attach the nozzle and lay it on top of the load.




Skill 15.6 Pre-connected flat hose load

Step 5. Continue laying the hose in the same manner, building each tier with folds laid progressively across the bed.

Step 1. Attach the female coupling to the discharge outlet.

Step 4. Make a fold that extends approximately 8 inches beyond the load at a point that is around one-third the total length of the load. This loop will serve as a pull handle for hose deployment.

Step 3. Angle the hose to lay the next fold adjacent to the first fold and continue building the first tier.



Step 8. Attach the nozzle and lay it on top of the load.

Step 7. Complete the load. Step 6. Make a fold that extends approximately 14 inches beyond the load at a point around two-thirds the total length of the load. This loop will serve as a pull handle to deploy the hose.



Firefighter I Skill 15.7 Triple layer hose load and advance the hose load

(NFPA 1001, 2013 Edition, 5.5.2)

Directions

For this skills evaluation checklist, students will make the triple layer hose load and advance the hose load.


• Several sections of hose to be

loaded Nozzle

• Hose bed

Objective

Make the triple layer hose load and advance it




NOTE: Start the load with the sections of hose connected and the nozzle attached.


1. Connect the female coupling to the discharge outlet.

2. Extend the hose in a straight line to the rear.

3. Pick up the hose at a point two-thirds the distance from the tailboard to the nozzle.

4. Carry this hose to the tailboard.

5. Using several firefighters, pick up the entire length of the three layers.

6. Begin laying the hose into the bed by folding over the three layers into the hose bed.

7. Fold the layers over at the front of the bed.

8. Lay them back to the rear on top of the previously laid hose. a. If the hose compartment is wider than one hose width, alternate folds on each side of the bed b. Make all folds at the rear even with the edge of the hose bed

9. Continue to lay the hose into the bed in an S-shaped configuration until the entire length is loaded.

10. Optional: Secure the nozzle to the first set of loops using a rope or strap, if desired.

11. Place the nozzle and fold of the first tier over the shoulder and face the direction of travel.

12. Walk away from the apparatus

13. Pull the hose completely out of the bed.

14. Drop the folded end from the shoulder when the hose bed has been cleared.

15. Advance the nozzle.

16. Conduct visual size-up of scene and the hazard.




Skill 15.7 Triple layer hose load

Step 6. Begin laying the hose into the bed by folding over the three layers into the hose bed. Step 7. Fold the layers over at the front of the bed.

Step 3. Pick up the hose at a point two-thirds the distance from the tailboard to the nozzle. Step 4. Carry this hose to the tailboard. Step 5. Using several firefighters, pick up the entire length of the three layers.

Step 1. Connect the female coupling to the discharge outlet. Step 2. Extend the hose in a straight line to the rear.

Step 8. Lay them back to the rear on top of the previously laid hose. Step 9. Continue to lay the hose into the bed in an S-shaped configuration until the entire length is loaded.



Skill 15.7 Triple layer hose load

Step 14. Drop the folded end from the shoulder when the hose bed has been cleared. Step 15. Advance the nozzle. Step 16. Conduct visual size-up of scene.

Step 13. Pull the hose completely out of the bed.

Step 12. Walk away from the apparatus. Step 10. Optional: Secure nozzle to first set of loops using rope or strap. Step 11. Place the nozzle and fold of the first tier over the shoulder and face the direction of travel.



Firefighter I Skill 15.8 Forward lay

(NFPA 1001, 2013 Edition, 5.5.2)

Directions

For this skills evaluation checklist, students will make a hydrant connection from a forward lay. This skill requires both a hydrant firefighter and second firefighter. Indicate to students what position they will take before the skills evaluation begins.


• Several sections of hose

to be loaded • Nozzle

• Hose bed • Hydrant

Objective Make a hydrant connection from a forward lay




NOTE: Firefighter #1 is being evaluated on this skill sheet.


1. Firefighter #1: Take tools, devices, and other equipment needed to complete connection. Pull enough supply hose to reach and wrap around the hydrant. Place a loop of hose around the hydrant or another effective anchor to secure it. NOTE: Wrap the hose around the hydrant in a manner that restrains the hose when the pumping apparatus moves away from the hydrant.

2. Firefighter #1: Signal the driver/operator to proceed and deploy the hose to the incident.

3. Firefighter #1: Connect supply hose to hydrant. a. Remove the cap from the hydrant b. Place the hydrant wrench on the valve stem operating nut c. Remove the hose loop from the hydrant d. Open the hydrant and flush out the rust and foreign material. e. Connect the hose to the outlet nearest the fire (according to Dept. SOPs).

4. Firefighter #2: Complete the hose lay to the scene. Disconnect the 5” from the hose bed and connects to the piston intake valve. Firefighter #2 signals to firefighter #1 to charge the hydrant.

5. Firefighter #1: After slowly and fully opening the hydrant proceed along the hose to the pumper removing kinks and checking for leaks.




Skill 15.8 Forward Hose Lay

Step 3. Firefighter #1: Connect supply hose to hydrant.

a. Remove hydrant cap b. Place wrench on valve stem

operating nut c. Remove hose loop from hydrant d. Open hydrant & flush any debris e. Connect hose to outlet nearest the

fire

Step 4. Firefighter #2: Complete hose lay to scene. Disconnect 5’’ from hose bed & connect to intake valve. FF#2 signals FF#1 to charge hydrant. Step 5. Firefighter #1: Slowly and fully open hydrant. Proceed along hose to pumper checking for leaks.

Step 1. Firefighter #1: Take tools & equipment needed to connect. Pull enough supply hose to reach and wrap hydrant. Place a loop of hose around hydrant or another effective anchor to secure it. NOTE: Wrap hose around hydrant in a manner that restrains hose when pumping apparatus moves away from hydrant. Step 2. Firefighter #1: Signal driver/operator to proceed and deploy hose to incident.



Firefighter I Skill 15.9 Reverse hose lay

(NFPA 1001, 2013 Edition, 5.5.2)

Directions

For this skills evaluation checklist, students will make the reverse hose lay from an attack pumper to a water source. Students must work with another student to perform this skill.


• Attack pumper • Water Source pumper • Hose • Appropriate PPE

Objective

Make the reverse hose lay from an attack pumper

Skills Evaluation Checklist NOTE: Firefighter #1 is being evaluated on this skill sheet.


1. Firefighter #1: Pull sufficient hose to reach the intake valve on the attack pumper.

2. Firefighter #1: Anchor the hose.

3. Firefighter #1: Move back toward fire scene removing kinks and checking couplings.

4. Firefighter #2: After the pump stops at the water source, make an intake hose connection.

5. Firefighter #2: Pull the remaining length of the last section of hose from the hose bed.

6. Firefighter #2: Disconnect the couplings and return the unused coupling to the hose bed.

7. Firefighter #2: Connect the supply hose to a discharge valve.




Skill 15.9 Reverse Hose Lay

NOTE: Step 7. Shown above

Step 4. Firefighter #2: After pumper stops at water source, make intake hose connection. Step 5. Firefighter #2: Pull remaining length of last section of hose from bed. Step 6. Firefighter #2: Disconnect couplings and return unused couplings to hose bed. Step 7. Firefighter #2: Connect supply hose to discharge valve.

Step 1. Firefighter #1: Pull sufficient hose to reach intake valve on attack pumper. Step 2. Firefighter #1: Anchor hose. Step 3. Firefighter #1: Move back towards fire scene removing kinks and checking couplings.



Firefighter I Skill 15.10 Advance a hose load

(NFPA 1001, 2013 Edition, 5.3.10)

Directions

For this skills evaluation checklist, students will advance a hose load. Various methods are listed here for training. Indicate to the student what method should be performed during skills evaluation.


• Preconnected hose load o Appropriate PPE with SCBA

Objective

Advance a hose load



Preconnected flat hose method

1. Put one arm through the longer loop.

2. Grasp the shorter pull loop with the same hand.

3. Grasp the nozzle with the opposite hand.

4. Pull the load from the bed using the pull loops.

5. Walk toward the fire.

6. Proceed until the hose is fully extended.

7. Conduct visual size up of scene to identify hazards.





Triple layer method

1. Place the nozzle and fold of the first tier over the shoulder.

2. Face the direction of travel.

3. Walk away from the apparatus.

4. Pull the hose completely out of the bed.

5. Drop the folded end from the shoulder when the hose bed has been cleared.

6. Advance the nozzle.

7. Conduct visual size-up of scene to identify hazards.




Skill 15.10 Advance hose load

Above picture depicts Ski l l Steps 1 -4


Pre-connected flat hose method Step 1. Put one arm through the longer loop. Step 2. Grasp the shorter pull loop with the same hand. Step 3. Grasp the nozzle with the opposite hand. Step 4. Pull the load from the bed using the pull loops. Step 5. Walk towards the fire. Step 6. Proceed until the hose is fully extended. Step 7. Conduct visual size-up of scene to identify hazards.





Triple layer method Step 1. Place nozzle & fold of first tier over shoulder. Step 2. Face direction of travel. Step 3. Walk away from apparatus. Step 4. Pull hose completely out of the bed. Step 5. Drop folded end from shoulder when hose bed has been cleared. Step 6. Advance nozzle. Step 7. Conduct visual size-up of scene to indentify hazards.



Firefighter I Skill 15.11 Advance a charged hoseline

(NFPA 1001, 2013 Edition, 5.3.10)

Directions

For this skills evaluation checklist, students will advance hose using the working line drag method. Students will need to work as a team to perform this skill. Inform them of the position each will perform before beginning the skills evaluation.


• Hose to be advanced Appropriate PPE

Objective

Advance a charged hoseline using the working line drag method



1. Stand alongside a single hoseline at a coupling or nozzle.

2. Face the direction of travel.

3. Place the hose over the shoulder with a coupling in front, resting on the chest.

4. Hold the coupling in place and pull with the shoulder.

5. Position additional firefighters at each coupling to assist in advancing the hose.




Skill 15.11 Advance charged hoseline

Step 1. Stand alongside a single hoseline at a coupling or nozzle. Step 2. Face direction of travel. Step 3. Place hose over shoulder with a coupling in front, resting on the chest. Step 4. Hold coupling in place and pull with shoulder. Step 5. Position additional FFs at each coupling to assist in hose advancing.



Firefighter I Skill 15.12 Advance a line into a structure

(NFPA 1001, 2013 Edition, 5.3.10)

Directions

For this skills evaluation checklist, students will advance a line into a structure. Students must work with other students and a Driver/Operator to complete this skill. Indicate to students what position they will take before the skills evaluation begins.


• Appropriate PPE including SCBA • Bedded hoseline

Objective

Advance a line into a structure




NOTE: Ensure appropriate SCBA and PPE are in place and don SCBA mask prior to entering IDLH atmosphere.


1. Confirm order with Officer to advance a line into the structure.

2. Unload the hose using the proper hose pull as required

3. Firefighters spaced about 4-6 feet apart on same side of hose facing the nozzle.

4. Make sure SCBA is on and air is flowing, before approaching structure entrance or entering smoke environment.

5. Advance the hose to building entrance but do not enter the building. a. Size up environment to identify hazards b. Approach door from side opposite hinges

6. Direct Driver/Operator to charge hoseline.

7. Set the desired nozzle pattern and bleed air from hoseline.

8. Open nozzle fully to ensure adequate water flow and to allow Pump Operator to set pressure, if applicable.

9. Confirm readiness to enter structure with Officer.

10. Enter the structure while staying low and maintaining spacing. a. Whenever possible, position firefighters at critical points (obstructions and corners) to help feed the hose




Skill 15.12 Advance a line into a structure

Step 9. Confirm readiness to enter with Officer. Step 10. Enter structure while staying low and maintaining spacing. Wherever possible, position FFs at critical points (pinch points) to help feed hose when needed.

Step 4. Ensure SCBA on before entering IDLH. Step 5. Advance hoseline to building entrance but do not enter building.

a. Size up environment to identify hazards

b. Approach side opposite hinges

Step 1. Confirm order with Officer to advance line into structure. Step 2. Unload hose using proper hose pull Step 3. FFs spaced 4-6 ft apart on same side of hose facing nozzle.

Step 6. Direct D/O to charge the hoseline. Step 7. Set desired nozzle pattern & bleed air from hoseline. Step 8. Open nozzle fully to ensure adequate flow, and for D/O to set pressure.



Firefighter I Skill 15.13 Advance a line up and down an interior stairway

(NFPA 1001, 2013 Edition, 5.3.10)

Directions

For this skills evaluation checklist, students will advance a line up and down an interior stairway. Students must work with other students and a Driver/Operator to complete this skill. Inform students of their positions.


• Appropriate PPE including SCBA Structure with interior

stairs

• 1½-inch or larger hoseline

Objective

Advance a line up and down an interior stairway





Up Interior Stairs (Uncharged Hoseline)

1. Confirm order with Officer to advance a line.

2. Position for shouldering the hoseline by facing the nozzle with about 15-feet to 20-feet of hose between each firefighter.

3. Place hose bundles on same shoulders per appropriate shoulder carry.

4. Position stationary firefighters along the route and on the stairs at critical points (obstructions and corners) to help feed the hose and to keep the hose on the outside of the staircase.

5. Advance the hoseline up a flight of stairs against outside wall avoiding sharp bends and kinks and maintaining spacing between firefighters.

6. Flake excess hose up the stairway leading to floor above fire to make fire floor advance easier and quicker.

7. Lay the hose down the stairway along outside wall to fire floor.

8. Last Firefighter: After hose supply is depleted, advance, and assist Nozzle FF in removing kinks and pushing hose to outside wall of stairway as necessary.




Down Interior Stairs (Uncharged Hoseline)


2. Position for shouldering the hoseline by facing the nozzle with about 25-feet to 30-feet of hose between each firefighter.

3. Place hose bundles on same shoulders per appropriate shoulder carry.

4. Position stationary firefighters along the route and at top of the stairs at critical points (obstructions and corners) to help feed the hose and to keep the hose on outside of the staircase.

5. Advance the hoseline down a flight of stairs against outside wall, avoiding sharp bends and kinks and maintaining spacing between firefighters.

6. Last Firefighter: After hose supply is depleted, advance, and assist Nozzle FF in removing kinks and pushing hose to outside wall of stairway as necessary.




Up Interior Stairs (Charged Hoseline)


2. Advance the line using the working line drag.


4. Advance up the stairs against outside wall, avoiding sharp bends and kinks, maintaining spacing between firefighters, and using working drag to one floor above fire floor.

5. Make a large loop on floor above fire floor to provide excess line for fire floor advancement.

6. Advance the hose down the stairway to the fire floor, using working drag.

7. Last firefighter: After hose supply is depleted, advance, and assist Nozzle FF in removing kinks pushing hose to outside wall of stairway as necessary.


Down Interior Stairs (Charged Hoseline)


2. Use the working drag to advance the line.


4. Advance down the stairs against outside wall, avoiding sharp bends and kinks, maintaining spacing between firefighters, using working drag to one floor above fire floor.

5. Second Firefighter: After all hose is advanced, advance, and assist Nozzle FF to push hose to outside wall of stairway.




Skill 15.13 Advance line up & down interior stairway

NOTE: The above picture depicts the last FF ensuring hose is along outer edge for all skill steps.

NOTE: Labeled pictures show differences in Skill Steps between up & down stairs and charged & un-charged lines.

Step 1. Confirm Order to advance UP ! Step 2. Shoulder hoseline facing nozzle with 15-20ft hose between each FF. Step 3. Place bundles on same shoulder per appropriate carry.

Down Interior Stairs Un-Charged: Step 5. Advance hoseline down a flight of stairs along outside wall. Avoid bends/kinks while maintaining spacing between FFs.

Step 4. Position stationary FFs at pinch points. Step 5. Advance line avoiding bends/kinks Step 6. Flake excess hose one floor above. Step 7. Hose along outer edge to fire floor. Step 8. Last FF: After hose is depleted, advance, & assist other FFs in kinks and hose location.



NOTE: The above skill picture depicts a stationary FF at a critical point at top of stairs to maneuver hose around to outside of a potential pinch point.

Up Interior Stairs Charged: Step 5. Make a large loop on floor above fire floor to provide excess line for fire floor advancement.



Firefighter I Skill 15.14 Stairway standpipe connection and advance an attack hoseline onto a floor

(NFPA 1001, 2013 Edition, 5.3.10)

Directions

For this skills evaluation checklist, students will connect to a stairway standpipe connection and advance an attack hoseline onto a floor. Students must work as a team to complete this skill.


• Appropriate PPE with SCBA • Rope hose tools • Uncharged 2½-inch hoseline • Properly raised ladder at upper-

story window

Objective Connect to a stairway standpipe connection and advance an attack hoseline onto a floor





1. Confirm order with Officer to attack fire.

2. Don appropriate PPE including SCBA: a. Connect SCBA face piece to regulator b. Activate PASS device c. Ensure equipment is checked by Safety Officer

3. Advance dry attack hoseline up the stairway to the floor (or landing) below the fire floor: a. Take high-rise pack, fittings, and spanner wrench

4. Remove the standpipe outlet cap: a. Check condition of outlet threads b. Check for any obstructions in the outlet c. Flush connection d. Ensure gasket is in place in hoseline coupling

5. Connect female coupling to standpipe outlet and tighten finger tight.

6. Advance nozzle end of hoseline to fire floor access door: a. Stretch excess hoseline up stairway to next landing b. All firefighters on same side of hose

7. Open standpipe outlet valve.

8. Open nozzle to bleed air out and check nozzle pattern prior to entering fire floor.

9. Open nozzle fully, using appropriate pattern, apply water until fire is extinguished: a. Use direct or indirect attack as indicated by fire volume and location

10. Maintain situational awareness and monitor for changing conditions.

11. Communicate the effectiveness/ineffectiveness of the attack to the Incident Commander.

12. Inform Officer that fire is extinguished.




Skill 15.14 Stairway standpipe connection and advance an attack hoseline onto a floor

Step 8. Open nozzle to bleed air out & check pattern prior to entering. Step 9. Fully open nozzle. Extinguish fire. Use attack as appropriate per fire conditions. Step 10. Maintain awareness. Step 11. Communicate conditions to IC. Step 12. Inform Officer fire is extinguished.

Step 5. Connect female coupling to standpipe, hand tighten. Step 6. Advance nozzle end of hoseline to fire floor access door. Stretch excess hoseline up to next floor with all FFs on same side of hose. Step 7. Open standpipe outlet valve.

Step 3. Advance hoseline up stairway to floor below fire floor. Take high-rise pack, fittings, & spanner wrench. Step 4. Remove standpipe outlet cap. Check condition of threads & for any obstructions. Flush connections & ensure gasket in place.

Step 1. Confirm order with Officer to attack fire. Step 2. Don PPE & SCBA with facepiece to regulator. Activate PASS, & ensure equipment checked by Safety Officer.



Firefighter I Skill 15.15 Advance an uncharged line

(NFPA 1001, 2013 Edition, 5.3.10)

Directions

For this skills evaluation checklist, students will advance an uncharged line up a ladder into a window. Students must work with other students and a Driver/Operator to complete this skill. The “Nozzle firefighter” is being evaluated.


• Appropriate PPE including SCBA • Rope hose tools • Uncharged 2½-inch hoseline • Properly raised ladder at upper-story

window

Objective

Advance an uncharged line up a ladder into a window



1. Confirm order with Officer to advance line.

2. Position firefighters all on same side of hose, all facing the nozzle, with about 10 feet between each firefighter.

3. Place the line over shoulders.

4. Climb the ladder.

5. Nozzle Firefighter: Sound the floor for stability, enter the window, laying down nozzle in window before entering.

6. Other Firefighters: Feed the hose to nozzle firefighter until nozzle firefighter has sufficient hose to advance to desired location and signals you to stop.

7. Other Firefighters: Secure the hose to the top rung of the ladder with a hose strap tool or utility strap, tying a clove hitch if using a utility strap.

8. Firefighter nearest top: Advance up the ladder to back up the nozzle firefighter.




Skill 15.15 Advance an uncharged line

Step 7. Other FFs: Secure hose to top rung of ladder with hose strap tool, or utility strap, tying clove hitch if using utility strap. Step 8. FF nearest top: Advance up ladder to back up the Nozzle FF.

Step 5. Nozzle FF: Sound floor for stability, enter the window, laying down nozzle in window before entering. Step 6. Other FFs: Feed hose to Nozzle FF until enough hose is in place to reach desired location & signal is given to stop.

Step 1. Confirm order with Officer to advance line. Step 2. Position FFs on same side of hose, all facing nozzle, with around 10ft between each FF. Step 3. Place line over shoulders. Step 4. Climb ladder.



Firefighter I Skill 15.16 Advance a charged line up a ladder into a window

(NFPA 1001, 2013 Edition, 5.3.10)

Directions

For this skills evaluation checklist, students will advance a charged line up a ladder into a window. Students must work with other students to complete this skill.


• Appropriate PPE including SCBA • Properly raised ladder at upper-story

window • Charged 1¾-inch hoseline • Rope hose tools or utility straps • Class I safety harness (if available)

Objective

Advance a charged line up a ladder into a window





1. Confirm order with Officer to advance line.

2. Position with one firefighter heeling ladder and remaining firefighters on same side of hose facing nozzle spaced about 6 to 8 feet apart.

3. Climb the ladder, firefighter who will operate the nozzle first and others as turn comes.

4. Lock in with leg lock or Class I safety harness, leaving hands free to control and advance the hose.

5. Firefighters below: Feed the hose to the nozzle firefighter.

6. Nozzle firefighter: Enter the window.

7. Firefighters on ladder: Advance up the ladder maintaining appropriate distance from each other.

8. Firefighters on ladder: Lock in when backup firefighter is in position opposite the window, using leg lock or Class I harness.

9. Backup firefighter: Enter the window.

10. Firefighters below: Feed the hose to nozzle and backup firefighters until signaled to stop.

11. Firefighters on ladder: Secure the hose to the ladder.




Skill 15.16 Advance charged line up a ladder into a window

Step 10. FFs below: Feed hose to nozzle & backup FFs until signaled to stop. Step 11 FFs on ladder: Secure hose to ladder via webbing or Dept. SOPs.

Step 3. Climb the ladder, Nozzle FF first, assisting FFs in turn. Step 4. Lock in with leg lock, leaving hands free to control & advance hose. Step 5. FFs below: Feed hose to Nozzle FF. Step 6. Nozzle FF: Enter window. Step 7. FFs on ladder: Advance up maintaining appropriate distance. Step 8. FFs on ladder: Lock in when backup FF is in position using leg lock or Class I harness. Step 9. Backup FF: Enter window.

Step 1. Confirm order with Officer to advance line. Step 2. Position with one FF heeling ladder & remaining FFs on same side of hose facing nozzle, 6-8 ft apart.



Firefighter I Skill 15.17 Operate a charged attack line from a ladder

(NFPA 1001, 2013 Edition, 5.3.10)

Directions

For this skills evaluation checklist, students will operate a charged attack line from a ladder. Students will work as a team to complete this skill. Firefighter positions include: one to remain on ground and advance hose, and two or three to climb ladder….


• Appropriate PPE with SCBA • Utility strap or rope hose tool • Charged 1¾-inch hoseline • Properly raised ladder

Objective

Operate a charged attack line from a ladder



1. Advance the hoseline up the ladder using the proper procedure for either an uncharged line or a charged line.

2. When at desired elevation, lock in using leg lock or Class I harness, leaving both hands free.

3. Position the nozzle through the rungs extending it at least 1 foot beyond rungs.

4. Secure the hose to the top or closest ladder rung with a rope hose tool or utility strap.

5. Open the nozzle slowly to reduce the effects of nozzle reaction and water hammer.




Skill 15.17 Operate charged attack line from ladder

Step 3. Position nozzle through the rungs extending it at least 1ft beyond rungs. Step 4. Secure hose to the top or closest ladder rung with a rope hose tool or utility strap. Step 5. Open nozzle slowly to reduce effects of nozzle reaction and water hammer.

Step 2. When at desired elevation, lock in using leg lock or Class I harness, leaving both hands free.

Step 1. Advance the hoseline up the ladder using proper procedure for either an uncharged or a charged line.



Firefighter I Skill 15.18 Operate a large hoseline – One firefighter

(NFPA 1001, 2013 Edition, 5.3.10)

Directions

For this skills evaluation checklist, students will operate a large hoseline for exposure protection.


• Appropriate PPE • One pumping apparatus

• Utility strap or rope hose tool • Targets

• Charged 2½-inch hoseline with solid stream nozzle

Objective

Operate a large hoseline for exposure protection – One-firefighter method (also known as the Keenan Hose Loop)



1. Appropriate PPE

2. Take approximately 25-feet of the hose immediately behind the nozzle and form a loop.

3. Pass the nozzle beneath the loop so that the loop rests on the end of the hose approximately 2-feet behind the nozzle.

4. Secure loop by tying the hose at the crossover point with a hose strap.

5. Kneel or sit on the hoseline at the crossover point.

6. Open nozzle fully and aim at targets indicated by Officer.

7. Hold stream on target and when told, shut the nozzle off slowly to reduce water hammer.




Skill 15.18 Operate large hoseline – One FF

Step 5. Kneel or sit on hoseline at point. Step 6. Open nozzle fully and aim at targets indicated by Officer. Step 7. Hold stream on target, & when told, shut nozzle slowly to avoid water hammer.

Step 4. Secure the loop by tying hose at crossover point with a hose strap.

Step 3. Pass nozzle beneath the loop so that the loops rests on the end of the hose approximately 2ft behind nozzle.

Step 1. Appropriate PPE. Step 2. Deploy around 25ft of hose behind the nozzle to form a loop.



Skill Sheet 15.19 Operate a large hoseline – Two Firefighter

(NFPA 1001, 2013 Edition, 5.3.10)

Directions

For this skills evaluation checklist, students will operate a large hoseline using the two- firefighter method. Students will work together to perform this task. The “Nozzle firefighter” is being evaluated.


• Appropriate PPE including SCBA • Utility strap or rope hose tool • Charged 2½-inch hoseline

Objective

Operate a large hoseline – Two-firefighter method



1. Nozzle Firefighter: Hold hose with one hand directly behind nozzle and opposite hand on nozzle shutoff valve.

2. Backup Firefighter: Stand on the same side of hose as Nozzle Firefighter and grasp with both hands. a. Cradle hose against inside of closest leg b. Brace hose against front of body and hip NOTE: Hose straps can be used, if needed to better control hose. If used, attach straps and loops so that each person shares the backward force from the nozzle.




Skill 15.19 Operate a large hoseline

Step 2. Backup Firefighter: Stand on the same side of hose as Nozzle Firefighter and grasp with both hands.

a. Cradle hose against inside of closest leg b. Brace hose against front of body and hip

NOTE: Hose straps can be used, if needed to better control hose. If used, attach straps and loops so that each person shares the backward force from the nozzle.

Step 1. Nozzle Firefighter: Hold hose with one hand directly behind nozzle and opposite hand on nozzle shutoff valve.



Firefighter I Skill 15.20 Extend a hoseline

(NFPA 1001, 2013 Edition, 5.3.10)

Directions

For this skills evaluation checklist, students will extend a hoseline. Students should place a charged hand line 150-200 feet on the ground. Have firefighters advance the line until it is completely stretched to its limits. Students will work together to perform this task. Inform them of the role they will need to play.


• Appropriate PPE Hose clamp • Charged hand line (1½- to 21/2-inch

hose) with nozzle

Objective

Extend a hoseline



1. Bring additional sections of hose as needed to the nozzle end of the hoseline.

2. Open the nozzle slightly.

3. Apply a hose clamp approximately 5-feet behind the nozzle OR call for hoseline to be shut down at the pump panel.

4. Remove the nozzle.

5. Add the new section(s) of hose.

6. Reattach the nozzle.

7. Recharge the hoseline by slowly releasing the hose clamp or calling for the line to be charged.

8. Check nozzle pattern and bleed air from hoseline.




Skill 15.20 Extend a hoseline

Step 2. Open the nozzle slightly. Step 1. Bring additional sections of hose as needed to the nozzle end of the hoseline.

Step 3. Apply a hose clamp approximately 5 feet behind the nozzle OR call for hoseline to be shut down at the pump panel.

Step 4. Remove the nozzle.



Step 7. Re-charge the hoseline by slowly releasing the clamp or calling for the line to be charged. Step 8. Check nozzle pattern & bleed air from hose.

Step 6. Re-attach the nozzle. Step 5. Add the new section(s) of hose.



Firefighter I Skill Sheet 15.21 Burst hoseline

(NFPA 1001, 2013 Edition, 5.3.10)

Directions

For this skills evaluation checklist, students will replace a burst hoseline.


• Appropriate PPE • Replacement hose • Hoseline • Hose clamp

Objective

Replace a burst hoseline



1. Call for hoseline to be shut down or use hose clamp to stop flow.

2. Retrieve two sections of replacement hose.

3. Remove burst section of hose.

4. Couple replacement sections of hose into hoseline using two sections of hoseline to ensure the line will reach objective.

5. Charge hoseline or remove hose clamp.

6. Confirm hoseline is again in operation with Driver/Operator or Officer.




Skill 15.21 Replace burst hoseline

Step 4. Couple replacement sections of hose into hoseline using two sections of hoseline to ensure line will reach objective. Step 5. Charge line or remove clamp. Step 6. Confirm hoseline is in operation.

Step 3. Remove the burst section of hose.

Step 2. Retrieve two sections of replacement hose.

Step 1. Call for hoseline to be shut down or use hose clamp to stop flow.



Firefighter II Skill 15.1 Service test fire hose

(NFPA 1001, 6.5.5)

Directions

For this skills evaluation checklist, students will service test fire hose.


• Hose sections • Chalk or pencil • Spanner wrench • Stopwatch • Rope, hose rope tool, or

hose strap • Apparatus

• Test gate valve • Appropiate PPE

• Water supply

Objective

Service test fire hose

Skills Evaluation Checklist NOTE: These steps are general guidelines. Always follow manufacturer’s recommendations and departmental SOPs when service testing fire hose.


1. Wear appropriate PPE

2. Connect a number of hose sections (check the gaskets before connecting) into test lengths of no more than 300 feet each.

3. Use a spanner to tighten the connections between the sections.

4. Connect an open test gate valve to each discharge valve.

5. Use a spanner to tighten each connection.

6. Connect a test length to each test gate valve.

7. Use a spanner to tighten each connection.

8. Tie a rope, hose rope tool, or hose strap to each test length of hose 10 to 15 inches from the test gate valve connections.




9. Secure the other end of the rope to the discharge pipe or other nearby anchor.

10. Attach a shutoff nozzle (or any device that permits water and air to drain from the hose) to the open end of each test length.

11. Fill each hoseline with water with a pump pressure of 50 psi or to hydrant pressure.

12. Open the nozzles as the hoselines are filling.

13. Hold nozzles above the level of the pump discharge to permit all the air in the hose to discharge.

14. Discharge the water away from the test area.

15. Close the nozzles after all air has been purged from each test length.

16. Make a chalk or pencil mark on the hose jackets against each coupling.

17. Check that all hose is free of kinks and twists and that no couplings are leaking. Any length found to be leaking from BEHIND the coupling should be taken out of service and repaired before being tested.

18. Retighten any couplings that are leaking at the connections. If the leak cannot be stopped by tightening the couplings, depressurize, disconnect the couplings, replace the gasket, and start over at Step 10.

19. Close each hose test gate valve.

20. Increase the pump pressure to the required test pressure given in NFPA 1962.

21. Closely monitor the connections for leakage as the pressure increases.

22. Maintain the test pressure for 3 minutes or specified time per Dept. SOPs.

23. Inspect all couplings to check for leakage (weeping) at the point of attachment.

24. Slowly reduce the pump pressure after 3 minutes.

25. Close each discharge valve.




26. Disengage the pump.

27. Open each nozzle slowly to bleed off pressure in the test lengths.

28. Break all hose connections and drain water from the test area.

29. Observe marks placed on the hose at the couplings. If a coupling has moved during the test, tag the hose section for re-coupling. Tag all hose that has leaked or failed in any other way.

30. Record the test results for each section of hose.




Skill 15.1 Service test fire hose

Step 5. Use a spanner to tighten each connection.

Step 4. Connect a test gate valve to each discharge valve.

Step 3. Use a spanner to tighten the connections between the sections.

Step 1. Don appropriate PPE Step 2. Connect a number of hose sections (check the gaskets before connecting) into test lengths of no more than 300 feet each.



Step 11. Fill each hoseline with water with a pump pressure of 50 psi or to hydrant pressure.

Step 10. Attach a shutoff nozzle (or any device that permits water and air to drain from the hose) to the open end of each test length.

Step 8. Tie a rope, hose rope took, or hose strap to each test length of hose 10-15 inches from the gate valve connections. Step 9. Secure the other end of the rope to the discharge pipe or other nearby anchor.

Step 6. Connect a test length to each gate valve. Step 7. Use a spanner to tighten each connection.



Step 19. Close each hose test gate valve. Step 20. Increase the pump pressure to the required test pressure given in NFPA 1962. Step 21. Closely monitor the connections for leakage as the pressure increases.

Step 18. Retighten any couplings that are leaking at the connections. If the leak cannot be stopped by tightening the couplings, depressurize, disconnect the couplings, replace the gasket, and start over at step 10.

Step 16. Make a chalk or pencil mark on the hose jackets against each coupling. Step 17. Check that all hose is free of kinks and twists and that no couplings are leaking. Any length found to be leaking from BEHIND the coupling should be taken out of service and repaired before being tested.

Step 12. Open the nozzles as the hoselines are filling. Step 13. Hold nozzles above the level of the pump discharge to permit all the air in the hose to discharge. Step 14. Discharge the water away from the test area. Step 15. Close the nozzles after all air has been purged from each test length.



Step 22. Maintain the test pressure for 3 minutes or time specified in Dept. SOPs. Step 23. Inspect all couplings to check for leakage (weeping) at the point of attachment. Step 24. Slowly reduce the pump pressure after 3 minutes. Step 25. Close each discharge valve. Step 26. Disengage the pump. Step 27. Open each nozzle slowly to bleed off pressure in the lest lengths. Step 28. Break all hose connections and drain water from the test area. Step 29. Observe marks at couplings. If coupling has moved, tag hose section. Mark all sections with appropriate markings in accordance with AHJ. Step 30. Record test results for each hose section.

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South Carolina Firefighter Series Fire Streams

South Carolina Fire /April 2014/Rev 0

Firefighter I Skill 16.1 Broken-stream nozzle

[NFPA 1001, 2013 Edition, 5.3.10]

Directions

For this skills evaluation checklist, students will operate broken stream nozzles. This skill requires students to work with another firefighter and a Driver/Operator. You should inform students which position to take. Students will operate a piercing nozzle and a chimney nozzle.


• Prop for nozzle type: Wall, mock- up chimney, elevated flooring

• Pump-connected 1½-inch or larger handline

• One pumper • Hose • Appropriate PPE with SCBA

• At least one type of broken stream nozzle with manufacturers guidelines: Piercing nozzle, chimney nozzle, or rotary type- cellar

Objective Operate a broken-stream nozzle



1. Attach nozzle according to manufacturer’s guidelines and/or departmental SOPs.

2. Place nozzle in proper location (i.e. through a hole in floor, driven through wall, or lowered into chimney).

3. Position firefighters so that control can be maintained on the hoseline.

4. Call for water and/or open valve fully to flow water.

5. Maintain flow until fire is extinguished.

6. Shut off nozzle slowly so that a water hammer is avoided.

7. Remove nozzle from area of extinguishment.


South Carolina Firefighter Series Fire Streams

South Carolina Fire /April 2014/Rev 0

Skill 16.1 Broken-stream nozzle

Step 2. Place nozzle in proper location. Step 3. Position FFs to maintain control of hoseline. Step 4. Call for water & open valve fully to flow. Step 5. Maintain flow until fire extinguished.

Step 6. Shut off nozzle slowly so that water hammer avoided. Step 7. Remove nozzle from area of extinguishment.

Step 1. Attach nozzle according to manufacturer’s guidelines and/or Dept. SOPs.

Chapter 17

South Carolina Firefighter Series Fire Control


Firefighter I Skill 17.1 Suppress an interior structure fire

(NFPA 1001, 2013 Edition, 5.3.10, 5.3.13)

Directions

For this skills evaluation checklist, a team of firefighters, while wearing full PPE with SCBA, will suppress an interior structure fire using direct attack. Inform students of their positions for this evaluation. A Safety Officer should check each student’s gear before the student proceeds with the training evolution.

Ensure firefighter safety at all times during this training evolution. Before proceeding with live fire training evolutions, read and adhere to NFPA 1403, Standard on Live Fire Training Evolutions. Have students repeat this exercise, rotating the hoseline duties so that each student has a chance to perform on the nozzle.


• Appropriate PPE with SCBA • Ventilation tools and equipment • Hand lines • (One 1½-inch or larger charged

back-up line, supplied from second water source, with fog nozzle. One 1½-inch or larger charged attack line equipped with fog nozzle and supplied from separate water source.)

• Rescue and lighting equipment • Accountability system • Apparatus • Salvage and overhaul tools and

equipment • Class A live fire building • Portable radios • Forcible entry tools

Two separate water sources

Objective

Suppress an interior structure fire – Direct attack

NOTE: Do not enter fire room until fire has been knocked down.





Direct Attack Method


2. Don appropriate PPE with SCBA.

3. Ensure PPE and SCBA have been checked by Safety Officer.

4. Select the proper attack hoseline and nozzle based on the location and size of the fire.

5. Deploy and advance uncharged attack hoseline as directed by Supervisor.

6. Don SCBA facepiece, activate air supply, and activate PASS device when attack hoseline is in place.

7. Open nozzle to purge air, ensure that water has reached the nozzle, and then close the nozzle.

8. Select correct pattern, and close the nozzle.

9. When ordered, enter the structure while crouching or crawling, and advance to fire room, extinguishing any fires encountered.

10. When in place, open nozzle using a straight or solid stream, and direct the water onto the base of the fire while utilizing nozzle reach.

11. Observe fire conditions.

12. Shut off nozzle when fire is extinguished.

13. Report to Officer completion of task.




Skill 17.1 Suppress an interior structure fire- Direct attack

Step 10. When in place, open nozzle using a straight or solid stream, and direct the water onto the base of the fire while utilizing nozzle reach. Step 11. Observe fire conditions. Step 12. Shut off nozzle when fire is extinguished. Step 13. Report to Officer task completed.

Step 8. Select correct pattern, and close the nozzle. Step 9. When ordered, enter the structure while crouching or crawling, and advance to fire room, extinguishing any fires encountered.

Step 5. Deploy and advance uncharged attack hoseline as directed by supervisor. Step 6. Don SCBA facepiece, activate air supply, and activate PASS device when attack hoseline is in place. Step 7. Open nozzle to purge air, ensure that water has reached the nozzle, and then close the nozzle.

Step 1. Confirm order with Officer to attack fire. Step 2. Don appropriate PPE with SCBA. Step 3. Ensure PPE and SCBA have been checked by Safety Officer. Step 4. Select the proper attack hoseline and nozzle based on the location and size of the fire.




(NFPA 1001, 2013 Edition, 5.3.10, 5.3.13)

Directions

For this skills evaluation checklist, a team of firefighters, while wearing full PPE with SCBA, will suppress an interior structure fire using indirect attack method. Inform students of their positions for this evaluation. A Safety Officer should check each student’s gear before the student proceeds with the training evolution.








Objective:

Suppress an interior structure fire –indirect attack






Indirect Attack Method


2. Don appropriate PPE with SCBA.



5. Deploy and advance un-charged attack hoseline as directed by supervisor.


7. Open nozzle to purge air and ensure that water has reached the nozzle.

8. Select correct pattern, and close the nozzle.


10. Cool hot gases overhead as needed when accessing a shielded fire using short applications of water.

11. When in place, open nozzle and direct narrow/power cone pattern toward the ceiling and upper area of the walls.

12. Close the interior door to the room allowing the steam to develop. Crack the door to observe the conditions.

13. Continue to apply water to the compartment linings (walls and ceiling) until fire is reduced.

14. Shut nozzle off when fire is extinguished.

15. Report completion of task to Supervisor.




Skill 17.2 Suppress an interior structure fire- Indirect attack


Step 11. When in place, open nozzle and direct narrow/power cone pattern toward the ceiling & upper area of walls. Step 12. Close the interior door to room, to allow steam to develop. Crack the door to observe conditions. Step 13. Apply water until fire is reduced. Step 14. Shut off nozzle when fire out. Step 15. Inform Supervisor task completed.


Step 8. Select correct pattern & close nozzle. Step 9. When ordered, enter the structure and advance to fire room. Utilize nozzle reach while crouching or crawling, extinguishing any fires that are encountered. Step 10. Cool hot gases overhead as needed when accessing a shielded fire using short bursts of water.




(NFPA 1001, 2013 Edition, 5.3.10, 5.3.13)

Directions

For this skills evaluation checklist, a team of firefighters, while wearing full PPE with SCBA, will suppress an interior structure fire using combination attack methods. Inform students of their positions for this evaluation. A Safety Officer should check each student’s gear before the student proceeds with the training evolution.








Objective

Suppress an interior structure fire – Combination attack






Combination Attack Method


2. Don appropriate PPE with SCBA



5. Deploy and advance un-charged attack hoseline as directed by Supervisor.


7. Open nozzle to purge air and ensure that water has reached the nozzle.

8. Select correct pattern and close nozzle.


10. Cool hot gases overhead as needed when accessing a shielded fire using short applications of water.

11. When in place (outside of fire room), open nozzle and direct pattern toward the upper edge of the fire at the ceiling level.

12. Use a T, Z, or O pattern, moving the fire stream from high to low.

13. Shut off the nozzle when the room begins to darken.

14. Close the interior door to the room allowing the steam to develop. Crack the door to observe the conditions.

15. Apply water using the direct attack method as needed.

16. Shut off nozzle when fire is extinguished.





Skill 17.3 Suppress an interior structure fire- Combination Attack

Step 11. When in place (outside of room), open nozzle and direct pattern toward upper edge of fire at ceiling level. Step 12. Use a T, Z, or O pattern, moving high to low. Step 13. Shut nozzle off when room darkens. Step 14. Close the interior door to room, to allow steam to develop. Crack the door to observe conditions. Step 15. Apply water using direct attack as needed. Step 16. Shut off nozzle when fire out. Step 17. Report to Officer task completed.

Step 8. Select correct pattern & close nozzle. Step 9. When ordered, enter the structure and advance to fire room. Utilize nozzle reach while crouching or crawling, extinguishing any fires that are encountered. Step 10. Cool hot gases overhead as needed when accessing a shielded fire using short bursts of water.





Firefighter I Skill 17.4 Attack a structure fire above, below, and at ground level

(NFPA 1001, 2013 Edition, 5.3.10, 5.3.13)

Directions

For this skills evaluation checklist, a team of firefighters, while wearing full PPE with SCBA, will attack a structure fire above, below, and at grade level. Inform students of their positions for this evaluation. A Safety Officer should check each student’s gear before the student proceeds with the training evolution.

Ensure firefighter safety at all times during this training evolution. Before proceeding with live fire training evolutions, read and adhere to NFPA 1403®, Standard on Live Fire Training Evolutions. Have students repeat this exercise, rotating the hoseline duties so that each student has a chance to perform on the nozzle.

In the above-grade fire attack Step 6: If the fire is in high-rise or multi-story commercial structure, the fire attack may be from a standpipe connection.


• Appropriate PPE with SCBA • Hand lines

(One 1½ inch or larger charged back-up line, supplied from second water source, with fog nozzle. One 1½ inch or large charged attack line equipped with fog nozzle and supplied from separate water source.)

• Forcible entry tools • Thermal Imaging Camera (TIC)

• Ventilation tools and equipment • Rescue and lighting equipment

Objective

Attack a structure fire above, below, and at ground level – Interior Attack

• Salvage and overhaul tools and equipment

• Accountability system • Apparatus • R.I.C/R.I.T Crew • Class A live fire building • Two separate water sources • Portable radios





Ground Level Fire Attack


2. Don appropriate PPE with SCBA. a. Connect SCBA facepiece to regulator b. Activate PASS device


4. Prior to entry, check nozzle pattern and bleed air from hoseline.

5. Size up building/fire conditions, fire location, wind direction, and environment for hazards.

6. Extinguish burning fascia, boxed cornices, or other doorway overhangs as necessary before entering. a. Ensure that fire is not overhead or behind attack hoseline crew (back-up line established)

7. Advance hoseline into the structure. a. At signal from Officer b. All firefighters on same side of hose c. Whenever possible and safe to do so, leave one firefighter

at each 90-degree turn to assist in advancing hose


9. Open nozzle fully and extinguish fire with a direct, indirect, or combination attack as directed by officer/instructor.

10. Communicate effectiveness/ineffectiveness of attack to Incident Commander.




Above Ground Fire Attack




4. Prior to entry, check nozzle pattern and bleed air from hoseline.


6. Extinguish burning fascia, boxed cornices, or other doorway overhangs as necessary before entering. a. Ensure that fire is not overhead or behind attack hoseline crew

7. Advance hoseline into the structure. a. At signal from Officer b. Adequate firefighters to advance line to upper fire floor c. Whenever possible and safe to do so, leave one firefighter

at each 90-degree turn to assist in advancing hose

8. Advance hoseline up stairwell to fire floor. a. If possible, lay extra hoseline in stairwell above fire floor


10. Extinguish fire with a direct, indirect, or combination attack as directed by Officer/Instructor. a. All firefighters on same side of hose b. Approach fire from unburned side

11. Communicate effectiveness/ineffectiveness of attack to Incident Commander.




Below Ground Fire Attack




4. Prior to entry check nozzle pattern and bleed air from hoseline.


6. Extinguish burning fascia, boxed cornices, or other doorway overhangs as necessary before entering. a. Ensure that fire is not overhead or behind attack hoseline crew

7. Ventilate the basement before entry, if possible.

8. Advance hoseline into the structure. a. At signal from Officer b. All firefighters on same side of hose c. Whenever possible and safe to do so, leave one firefighter at

each 90-degree turn to assist in advancing hose

9. Advance hoseline down stairwell into the basement. a. Deploy enough hose at top of stairs to reach and extend into

basement b. Evaluate fire conditions including stability of stairwell prior to

advancing c. Coordinate attack with ventilation d. Maintain contact with other firefighters e. Advance down stairwell quickly to limit exposure to heated

gases and smoke


11. Open nozzle fully and extinguish fire with a direct, indirect, or combination attack as directed by Officer/Instructor.

12. Communicate effectiveness/ineffectiveness of attack to IC.




Skill 17.4 Attack structure fire above, below, & ground level

NOTE: Above picture depicts combination attack.

Step 8. Maintain situational awareness & monitor changing conditions. Step 9. Open nozzle fully & extinguish fire with direct, indirect, or combination attack per Officer. Step 10. Communicate effectiveness to IC

Step 5. Size up building/conditions. Step 6. Extinguish any fires before entry. Step 7. Advance line into structure. At signal from Officer. All FFs same side. If possible, one FF at corners.

Step 1. Confirm attack order. Step 2. Don PPE w/SCBA, attach regulator, activate PASS. Step 3. Ensure PPE/SCBA checked. Step 4. Prior to entry, check nozzle pattern & bleed air.



Skill 17.4 Attack structure fire above, below, & ground level

NOTE: Each skill has same steps but the following: ABOVE: Step 8. Advance hoseline up stairwell to fire floor. If possible, lay extra hoseline in stairwell above fire floor.

NOTE: Each skill has same steps but the following: BELOW: Step 7. Ventilate basement before entry. If possible. Step 9. Advance hoseline down stairwell into basement. Deploy enough hose at top of stairs to reach & extend into basement. Evaluate fire conditions & stability of stairs. Coordinate attack with ventilation. Maintain contact with crew. Advance quickly down.



Firefighter I Skill 17.5 Turn off Building Utilities

(NFPA 1001, 2013 Edition, 5.3.18)

Directions

For this skills evaluation checklist, students will turn off building utilities. You should inform students they are at a structure fire and they are assigned the task of shutting off building utilities. All team members should fully don PPE with SCBA well out of the hot zone.


• Appropriate PPE including SCBA • Hand tools • Training prop that simulates

electrical, gas, and water utilities

Objective

Turn off building utilities




NOTE: These steps are to be performed assuming there is no backup generator or alternative source of energy present. Always use CAUTION when performing this skill and refer to local policy for further guidance.


1. Confirm order with Officer to turn off utilities.

2. Locate and shut off electricity by closing the main breaker switch at main service panel. a. Individual breakers may need to be used if there is not main breaker switch b. Note any tripped breakers c. Always use caution; backup or alternative energy sources may be present

3. Locate natural gas meter and/or LPG/CNG storage tank/cylinder and shut off.

4. Locate water meter box and shut off water meter.

5. Report to Officer completion of assigned task.




Skill 17.5 Turn off building utilities

Step 2. Locate and shut off electricity by closing the main breaker switch at main service panel.

a. Individual breakers may need to be used if there is no main breaker.

b. Note any tripped breakers. c. Always USE CAUTION; back-up or alternative

energy sources may be present

Step 3. Locate natural gas and/or LPG/CNG storage tank/cylinder and shut off. Step 4. Locate water meter box and shut off water meter. Step 5. Report to Officer/Command task complete.

Step 1. Confirm order with Officer/Command to turn off utilities.



Firefighter I Skill 17.6 Connect hoseline to a Fire Department Connection (FDC)

(NFPA 1001, 2013 Edition, 5.3.14, 5.3.15)

Directions

For this skills evaluation checklist, students will connect a hoseline to a sprinkler system fire department connection (FDC). The most effective way for the fire department to handle what could become a serious fire loss is to give proper support to a sprinkler system. Inform students to remember the following guidelines when connecting: Connect to the FDC (earliest arriving pumper) in accordance with the pre-incident plan. • Check to ensure that sprinkler system control valves are open for proper operation. • Make a maximum effort to supply adequate water to the sprinkler system: Limit the use of direct hoselines from sprinkler system water supply system. Establish a second water supply for hoselines if necessary. Observe the discharge of sprinklers in the area of the fire and maintain pressure

at the Pumper to adequately serve the needs of the sprinkler system. Improve the discharge from the sprinklers as necessary by increasing the

pressure on the system. • Do not close sprinkler control valves until Fire Officers are convinced that further

operations will simply waste water, produce heavy water damage, or hamper the progress of final extinguishment.

• When a sprinkler control valve is closed, station a firefighter with a portable radio at the valve, in case it needs to be reopened should the fire rekindle.

• Do not disconnect Pumpers until after extinguishment has been determined by a thorough overhaul.

• Do not leave the premises until the sprinkler system has been restored to service by a representative of the occupant who is qualified to perform work on sprinkler systems.


• Appropriate PPE • Adjustable spanner wrench • Extra gaskets • Hydrant wrench • Sprinkler system • Double male appliances (if required) • Two connected lengths of 2½-inch

hose or large diameter hose Objective Connect hoseline to a Fire Department Connection (FDC)





1. Wearing appropriate PPE, confirm order with Officer to connect line.

2. Extend hoselines to FDC: a. Male thread toward FDC b. Obtain double-male appliances if required c. Carry spanner wrenches

3. Lay down hose couplings near FDC, gently folding back hose so that male threads do not hit pavement.

4. Remove caps from FDC: a. Unscrew screw-in caps b. Break breakaway caps c. Strike center with end of wrench handle

5. Inspect the FDC for debris: a. Check threads and clapper b. Check and replace gasket, if necessary

6. Connect hoselines to either inlet of wye (if present) or inlet with lowest fitting first.

7. Tighten connections with spanner wrench.





Skill 17.6 Connect hoseline to Fire Department Connection (FDC)

Step 4. Remove caps from FDC:

a. Unscrew screw-in caps b. Break breakaway caps c. Strike center with end of hydrant

wrench

Step 3. Lay down hose couplings near FDC, gently folding back hose so that male threads do not hit pavement.

Step 2. Extend hoselines to FDC: a. Male thread toward FDC b. Obtain double-male appliances if

required c. Carry spanner wrenches

Step 1. Wearing appropriate PPE, confirm order with Officer to connect line.



Skill 17.6 Connect hoseline to Fire Department Connection (FDC)

Step 8. Report to Officer completion of assigned task.

Step 7. Tighten connections with spanner wrench.

Step 6. Connect hoselines to either inlet of wye (if present) or inlet with lowest fitting first.

Step 5. Inspect the FDC for debris: a. Check threads and clapper b. Check and replace gasket, if

necessary



Firefighter I Skill 17.7 Sprinkler system control valve

(NFPA 1001, 2013 Edition, 5.3.14)

Directions

For this skills evaluation checklist, students will operate a sprinkler system control valve. When fighting fires in occupancies that have activated sprinkler systems, inform students that they should observe the following guidelines in regard to main control valve operation:

• Check to ensure that sprinkler system control valves are open for proper operation. • Do not close sprinkler control valves until Fire Officers are convinced that further

operations will simply waste water, produce heavy water damage, or hamper the progress of final extinguishment.

• When a sprinkler control valve is closed, station a firefighter with a portable radio at the valve in case it needs to be reopened should the fire rekindle.


• Appropriate PPE • Ladder • Automatic sprinkler system

Objective

Operate a sprinkler system control valve





OS&Y

1. Confirm order with Officer to operate valve.

2. Unlock and remove chain, if required.

3. Close the OS&Y valve by turning it clockwise until the valve is fully closed and the stem is flush with the wheel.

4. Open the OS&Y valve by turning it counterclockwise until fully opened.

5. Back off the OS&Y valve one-quarter turn clockwise.



PIV

1. Confirm order with Officer to operate valve.

2. Unlock the PIV wrench from the PIV body.

3. Position the PIV wrench on stem nut.

4. Close the PIV valve, turning it clockwise slowly until the target window indicates CLOSED or SHUT.

5. Open the PIV valve, turning it counterclockwise until fully open and target window indicates OPEN.

6. Back off the PIV valve, turning it clockwise one-quarter turn ensuring that the target window remains OPEN.

7. Replace and lock the wrench onto the PIV body.




Skill 17.7 Sprinkler system control valve

OS&Y Step 1. Confirm order with Officer to operate valve. Step 2. Unlock and remove chain, if required. Step 3. Close the OS&Y valve by turning it clockwise until the valve is fully closed and the stem is flush with the wheel. Step 4. Open the OS&Y valve by turning it counterclockwise until fully open. Step 5. Back off the OS&Y valve one-quarter turn clockwise.



PIV

Step 3. Position the PIV wrench on stem nut. Step 4. Close the PIV valve, turning it clockwise slowly until the target window indicates CLOSED or SHUT.

Step 2. Unlock the PIV wrench from the PIV body.

Step 1. Confirm order with Officer to operate valve.

Step 5. Open the PIV valve, turning it counterclockwise until fully open and target window indicates OPEN. Step 6. Back off clockwise one-quarter turn, window still OPEN. Step 7. Replace and lock wrench onto PIV body.



Firefighter I Skill 17.8 Stop the flow of water from a sprinkler head

(NFPA 1001, 2013 Edition, 5.3.14)

Directions

For this evaluation checklist, students will manually stop the flow of water from a sprinkler head. Considerable time may elapse from the moment a sprinkler head is activated until authorization to close the main sprinkler valve is received. However, it is dangerous to prematurely close the main valve before complete extinguishment is certain. To prevent extensive water damage, the firefighter can plug individual heads that are no longer needed for fire extinguishment. Wooden wedges or sprinkler tongs are commonly used to plug sprinklers. Sprinkler tongs are generally more effective in stopping the water flow than are wedge stops. If properly applied, the rubber or neoprene stopper on the tongs permits no dripping from a plugged sprinkler head. However, due to the way sprinkler tongs are constructed, they are not as conveniently carried in a pocket as are wedge-shaped sprinkler stops.


• Appropriate PPE • Activated sprinkler system • Wedge-shaped sprinkler stop or

sprinkler tongs

NOTE: Wedges can have a band of rubber placed on them to improve their operation

• Ladder

Objective

Stop the flow of water from a sprinkler




NOTE: Evaluation is based on one of the following skill sets


Wedge

1. Wearing appropriate PPE including eye protection, place and climb ladder safely to within reach of the sprinkler head.

2. Insert the wedges between the sprinkler arms, flat sides against sprinkler.

3. Drive the wedges into the sprinkler head with the heel of hand until water flow stops.



Clamp-Type Sprinkler Tongs

1. Wearing appropriate PPE including eye protection, place and climb ladder safely to within reach of sprinkler head.

2. Insert the tongs into the sprinkler head between the arms.

3. Open the tongs (by clamping the handles together) until water flow stops.

4. Lock the tongs in open position, with the keeper pulled as far as it will go toward end of handles.





Swivel-Type Sprinkler Tongs

1. Wearing appropriate PPE including eye protection, place and climb the ladder safely to within reach of the sprinkler head.

2. Insert the tongs into the sprinkler head between the arms.

3. Open the tongs with handle swiveled upward.

4. Turn the locking knob clockwise to lock the tongs in the open position.




Skill 17.8 Stop the flow of water from a sprinkler head

Step 3. Drive the wedges into the sprinkler with the heel of hand until water flow stops. NOTE: Clamp-Type sprinkler thongs and Swivel –Type Tongs are also allowed for this skill set.

Step 2. Insert the wedges between the sprinkler arms, flat sides against sprinkler.

Step 1. Wearing appropriate PPE including eye protection, place and climb ladder safety to within reach of the sprinkler head.



Firefighter I Skill 17.9 Portable master stream device

(NFPA 1001, 2013 Edition, 5.3.8)

Directions

For this skills evaluation checklist, students will deploy and operate a master stream device. This skill sheet requires a Driver/Operator and two firefighters.


• Appropriate PPE • Two spanner wrenches • Two-way portable monitor unit or

LDH-supplied monitor unit • Two lengths of 2½-inch or larger hose • One Pumper

Objective

Deploy and operate a portable master stream device





1. Appropriate PPE

2. Confirm order with Officer to deploy master stream device.

3. Remove needed tools and appliances from the apparatus.

4. With assistance, remove the monitor from the apparatus, using proper lifting techniques.

5. Carry the monitor unit to the set-up area.

6. Position the monitor on a solid, level surface.

7. Secure monitor according to Manufacturer’s guidelines.

8. Adjust the nozzle to the proper elevation.

9. Secure the anchor lock, if applicable.

10. Extend hoseline to the monitor.

11. Connect the hoselines to the monitor unit.

12. Check the tip size, ensuring proper tip for situation, or select desired fog pattern stream.

13. Signal the Pumper Driver/Operator to charge the line.

14. Steady the monitor.

15. Adjust the direction of water flow as necessary.

16. Operate master stream device by aiming stream in correct direction and hitting designated target.




Skill 17.9 Portable master stream device

Step 5. Carry monitor to set-up area. Step 6. Position monitor on solid/level surface. Step 7. Secure monitor according to Manufacturer’s guidelines. Step 8. Adjust nozzle to proper elevation. Step 9. Secure anchor lock. Step 10. Extend hoselines to monitor. Step 11. Connect hoselines to monitor. Step 12. Check tip size, or desired fog pattern needed to control fire.

Step 1. Appropriate PPE Step 2. Confirm order w/ Officer to deploy master stream. Step 3. Remove tools/appliances needed. Step 4. With assistance, remove monitor from apparatus using proper lifting techniques.

Step 13. Signal D/O to charge line. Step 14. Steady monitor. Step 15. Adjust water flow direction if needed. Step 16. Operate to target.



Firefighter I Skill 17.10 Vehicle fire

(NFPA 1001, 2013 Edition, 5.3.7)

Directions

For this skills evaluation checklist, students will attack a passenger vehicle fire. Students should be wearing full PPE with SCBA during this skill. Inform students of their position. A Safety Officer should check each student’s gear. Inform students of the following guidelines for vehicle fires:

• Wear full PPE, with SCBA. • Use a minimum 1½-inch attack line or larger • Attack from the upwind, uphill side as soon as possible. • Deploy a backup line as soon as possible. • Avoid the hazards associated with vehicle fires: catalytic converter, interior

components, air bag (SRS or SIPS), shock-absorber bumpers, hollow driveshafts, hatchback supports, tires, saddle fuel tanks, alternative fuel tanks, hazardous materials.

Ensure firefighter safety at all times during this training evolution. Before proceeding with live fire training evolutions, read and adhere to NFPA 1403, Standard on Live Fire Training Evolutions, exterior props. Have students repeat this exercise, rotating the hoseline duties so that each student has a chance to perform on the nozzle. In step 5 the fire attack should begin with passenger compartment if on fire. If not, attack fire in engine compartment first.


• Appropriate PPE including SCBA • Wheel chocks • Training passenger vehicle stripped

of any safety hazards according to NFPA 1403

• One 1½-inch or larger charged backup line supplied from a second water source

• Two separate water sources • Vehicle fire, fueled, set up, and

monitored according to NFPA 1403 • One 1½-inch or larger charged attack line

equipped with a fog nozzle • Halligan tool/flat head axe • Apparatus

Objective

Attack a passenger vehicle fire





1. Confirm order with Officer to attack passenger vehicle fire.

2. Ensure vehicle is secure, chock wheels, if necessary.

3. Lay out attack line for fire attack. a. Use appropriate PPE with SCBA b. Select appropriate hoseline and nozzle c. Select appropriate hand tool(s)

4. Charge attack line. a. Bleed air from hoseline b. Select appropriate fog pattern

5. Advance attack line to vehicle. a. Approach at a 45-degree angle from upwind and uphill if possible b. Size-up scene for hazards c. Use fog pattern for personnel protection

6. Extinguish any fire under vehicle or in line of approach. a. Use a narrow fog pattern or straight stream for attack

7. Extinguish fire in passenger compartment. a. Break window to gain entry and ventilate b. Use a narrow fog pattern or straight stream for attack c. Check for victims d. Maintain situational awareness

8. Extinguish fire in engine compartment. a. Approach from side of vehicle b. Open hood at corner using tool such as Halligan c. Use a narrow fog pattern or straight stream for attack d. When possible, open hood using latch and prop open e. Maintain situational awareness

9. Extinguish fire in trunk. a. Approach from side of vehicle b. Knock out locking mechanism and open latch c. Open trunk and prop open d. Maintain situational awareness




10. Overhaul hidden and smoldering fires. a. Preserve fire cause evidence b. Extinguishment is complete – no hidden or smoldering

fires remain c. All other hazards such as leaking fuel addressed d. Maintain situational awareness





Skill 17.10 Vehicle Fire

Step 6. Extinguish all fires. Use needed pattern for attack. Step 7. Extinguish fire in passenger compartment. Gain entry. Choose pattern. Check for victims. Maintain awareness.

Step 9. Extinguish fire in trunk. Approach from side. Knock out locking mechanism. Open trunk & prop open. Maintain awareness. Step 10. Overhaul hidden/smoldering fires. Preserve evidence. Completely extinguish. Address any other hazards. Step 11. Report completion to IC.

Step 1. Confirm order. Step 2. Ensure vehicle secure, chock wheels. Step 3. Lay out attack line. Appropriate PPE/SCBA used. Select effective handline & tools. Step 4. Charge line. Bleed air. Set pattern. Step 5. Advance attack line to vehicle. Approach at 45 degree angle. Size up scene, use fog pattern.

Step 8. Extinguish engine compartment. Approach from side. Open hood w/tool. Choose pattern. Use latch/prop if possible.



Firefighter I Skill 17.11 Attack a fire in stacked or piled materials

[NFPA 1001, 2013 Edition, 5.3.8, 5.3.8(B)]

Directions For this skills evaluation checklist, the students will extinguish an exterior Class A fire. Given a fire in a stacked, piled, or in a small unattached structure or storage container that is to be fought from the exterior with attack lines and handtools. This may include an assignment; so that exposures are protected, the spread of the fire is stopped, collapse hazards are avoided, water application is effective, the fire is extinguished, and signs of the origin area(s) and arson are preserved.


• Personal protective equipment with SCBA • Assortment of firefighting hand tools • 2-1 ¾-inch handlines with fog nozzle or

straight stream tip • 1-2 ½-inch handline with fog nozzle • Water supply • Pumping apparatus • Stacked or piled Class A materials

Objective Attack a fire in stacked or piled materials





1. Size-up the environment for hazards: a. Identify and verbalize the collapse zone b. Work outside the collapse zone

2. Using a fog nozzle, open the nozzle, bleed off the air in the hose, check the nozzle’s pattern and apply water on the fire.

a. If using a straight stream nozzle, open the nozzle, bleed of the air in the hose, and apply water on the fire.

3. Check for the threat to exposures and cool them, if necessary.

4. Advance to a position to make the fire attack.

5. Extinguish the fire as directed.

6. Overhaul the debris using a pike pole or trash hook.

7. Report to the officer the completion of the assignment.




Firefighter I Skill 17.12 Combat a ground cover fire

[NFPA 1001, 2013 Edition, 5.3.19, 5.3.19(B)]

Directions

For this skills evaluation checklist, students will combat and suppress a ground cover fire, given protective equipment, and SCBA, if needed. Tools used will include hose lines, forestry handtools, and an assignment. So that threats to property are reported, threats to personal safety are recognized, retreat avenues are identified and kept clear. That a retreat, if necessary, can be quickly accomplished. That the fire is suppressed, and the assignment is completed.


• Pumper with operator • Forestry fire hose system • Backpack extinguisher(s) • Forestry handtools • Incident location

Objective

Combat a ground cover fire



1. Evaluate the incident presented, and determine a course of action and the equipment to be used to control the situation.

2. Deploy appropriate handlines to provide exposure protection for threatened structures at the incident.

3. Use additional lines, if available, to attack and suppress the ground cover fire.

4. Combat and suppress the fire.

5. Monitor and maintain the integrity of the fire line.




Firefighter I Skill 17.13 Construct a fire line, extinguish the fire, and maintain its integrity with hand tools

[NFPA 1001, 2013 Edition, 5.3.19, 5.3.19(B)]

Directions

For this skills evaluation checklist, students as members of a team will construct a fire line using only hand tools, extinguish the fire and then maintain its integrity from further breaches by the wildfire.


• Assortment of forestry hand tools • Incident location • Backpack extinguisher(s) • Incident location

Objective

Construct a fire line, extinguish the fire, and maintain its integrity with hand tools



1. Evaluate the incident presented, and determine a course of action and the equipment to be used to control the situation.

2. Determine where to build the fireline and begin to build the fire line.

3. Construct an appropriate fireline using hand tools, down to mineral soil.

4. Make sure the line has two good anchor points.

5. Support the fire line as the ground cover fire approaches.

6. Maintain the integrity of the fire line while fighting the fire.




Firefighter II Skill 17.1 Incident Command

(NFPA 1001, 6.1.1.2, 6.2.2, 6.3.2)

Directions

For this skills evaluation checklist, a team of firefighters, while wearing full PPE and SCBA, will perform various duties at the direction of the person in command (student). Provide students with a basic scenario that involves a fire in a residential structure. The student will need to assume command, coordinate tasks, and maintain command and control of incident until transfer of command is requested by a higher ranking member of the Department (Instructor). Ensure firefighter safety at all times during this training evolution. Before proceeding with live fire training evolutions, read and adhere to NFPA 1403, Standard on Live Fire Training Evolutions.


• Appropriate PPE including SCBA • Ventilation tools and equipment • Class A live fire building • Rescue and lighting equipment • Hand lines • Salvage and overhaul tools and equipment • Portable radios • Accountability system • Forcible entry tools/TIC

Objective

Establish Incident Command and coordinate interior attack of a structure fire





1. Size up incident scene on arrival: a. Fire conditions b. Type of occupancy c. Hazards d. Rescue potential

2. Transmit initial report over radio: a. Situation found b. Actions to be taken/assignments made c. Command status d. Resources needed

3. Establish Incident Command: a. Place and name of Command

4. Identify incident objectives and strategies.

5. Assign available resources to tasks: a. RIC/RIT assigned if required b. Verify understanding of assignments c. Incorporate a back-up line for primary attack at tactical location (doorway of fire room)

6. Request additional resources as required.

7. Monitor progress of assignments: a. Firefighter accountability b. Monitor communications c. Verify completion of incident objectives and strategies as defined in Incident Action Plan d. Evaluate Incident Action Plan

8. Maintain situational awareness of incident: a. Evaluate fire and structural conditions b. Evaluate physical condition of personnel




9. Provide briefing to Senior Officer that is assuming Command. a. Current incident situation b. Incident action plan c. Accountability status d. Potential hazards e. Additional resources needed, requested, or en route




Skill 17.1 Incident Command

Step 1. Size-up incident scene on arrival: a. Fire conditions b. Type of occupancy c. Hazards d. Rescue potential

Step 2. Transmit initial report over radio:

a. Situation found b. Actions to be taken/assignments made c. Command status d. Resources needed

Step 3. Establish Incident Command:

a. Place & name of Command

Step 4. Identify incident objectives and strategies Step 5. Assign available resources to tasks:

a. RIC/RIT assignment b. Verify understanding of assignments c. Deploy back-up line for primary attack at tactical

location (ie. doorway of fire room)

Step 6. Request additional resources as needed. Step 7. Monitor progress of assignments:

a. FF accountability b. Monitor communications c. Verify completion of objectives & strategies as

defined in Incident Action Plan (IAP) d. Evaluate IAP

Step 8. Maintain situational awareness of incident:

a. Evaluate fire & structural conditions (continuous) b. Evaluate FF physical condition

Step 9. Provide briefing to Sr. Officer assuming Command:

a. Current incident situation b. IAP c. FF accountability status d. Potential hazards e. Additional resources needed, requested, or en-

route

Chapter 18

South Carolina Firefighter Series Loss Control


Firefighter I Skill 18.1 Salvage cover

[NFPA 1001, 5.5.1]

Directions

For this skills evaluation checklist, students will clean, inspect, and repair a salvage cover. Prior to performing the skill students should gather all necessary cleaning equipment.


• Mild Detergent • Salvage cover • Scrub brush • Chalk or marker • Materials needed for patching

Objective

Clean, inspect, and repair a salvage cover



1. Wash salvage cover with clean water and mild detergent by using a scrub brush.

2. Rinse thoroughly with clean water.

3. Hang to dry.

4. Inspect salvage cover: a. Firefighters: Raise salvage cover at each corner b. Firefighter: Inspect underneath of cover for light coming

through holes or tears

5. Mark holes with chalk or marker.

6. Patch according to Manufacturer or Departmental guidelines.

7. Put away cleaning supplies and salvage cover according to Departmental procedures.




Skill 18.1 Clean, inspect, & repair salvage cover

Step 5. Mark holes with chalk or marker. Step 6. Patch according to manufacturer or departmental guidelines. Step 7. Put away cleaning supplies and salvage cover according to departmental procedures.

Step 3. Hang to dry. Step 4. Inspect salvage cover.

a. Firefighters: Raise cover at each corner b. Firefighters: Inspect underneath of

cover for light coming through holes or tears

Step 1. Wash salvage cover with clean water and mild detergent by using a scrub brush. Step 2. Rinse thoroughly with clean water.



Firefighter I Skill 18.2 Roll a salvage cover

[NFPA 1001, 5.3.14]

Directions

For this skills evaluation checklist, students will roll a salvage cover for a one-firefighter spread.


• Salvage cover

Objective Roll a salvage cover for a one-firefighter spread




NOTE: Two firefighters must make initial folds to reduce the width of the cover to form this roll. Steps 1 through 8 are performed simultaneously by both firefighters on opposite sides of the cover. Steps 9 through 12 may be performed by both firefighters who are stationed at the same end of the roll.


1. Grasp the cover with the outside hand midway between the center and the edge to be folded.

2. Place the other hand on the cover as a pivot midway between the outside hand and the center.

3. Bring the fold over to the center of the cover; this creates an inside fold (center) and an outside fold.

4. Grasp the cover corner with the outside hand.

5. Place the other hand as a pivot on the cover over the outside fold.

6. Bring this outside edge over to the center, and place it on top of and in line with the previously placed first fold.

7. Fold the other half of the cover in the same manner by using Steps 1 through 6.

8. Straighten the folds if they are not straight.

9. Fold over about 12 inches at each end of the cover to make clean, even ends for the completed roll.

10. Start the roll by rolling and compressing one end into a tight compact roll; roll toward the opposite end.

11. Tuck in any wrinkles that form ahead of the roll as the roll progresses.

12. Secure the completed roll in proper location for next deployment.




Skill 18.2 Roll a salvage cover

Step 1. Grasp the cover with the outside hand midway between the center and the edge to be folded. Step 2. Place the other hand on the cover as a pivot midway between the outside hand and the center Step 3. Bring the fold over to the center of the cover Step 4. Grasp the cover corner with the outside hand. Step 5. Place the other hand as a pivot on the cover over the outside fold. Step 6. Bring this outside edge over to the center, and place it on the top of and in line with the previously placed first fold. Step 7. Fold the other half of the cover in the same manner by using steps 1 through 6.

Step 8. Straighten the folds if they are not straight. Step 9. Fold over about 12 inches at each end of the cover to make a clean, even ends for the completed rolls. Step 10. Start the roll by rolling and compressing one end into a tight compact roll; roll toward the opposite end.



Step 12. Secure the completed roll in proper location for next deployment.

Step 11. Tuck in any wrinkles that form ahead of the roll as the roll progresses.



Firefighter I Skill 18.3 Spread a rolled salvage cover

[NFPA 1001, 5.3.14]

Directions

For this skills evaluation checklist, students will spread a rolled salvage cover using the one-firefighter method.


• Rolled salvage cover

Objective

Spread a rolled salvage cover — One-firefighter method



1. Start at one end of the object to be covered.

2. Unroll a sufficient amount to cover the end.

3. Unroll toward the opposite end and let the rest of the roll fall into place at the other end.

4. Stand at one end.

5. Grasp the open edges where convenient, one edge in each hand.

6. Open the sides of the cover over the object by snapping both hands up and out.

7. Open the other end of the cover over the object in the same manner.

8. Tuck in all loose edges at the bottom.




Skill 18.3 Spread a salvage cover

Step 7. Open the other end of the cover over the object in the same manner. Step 8. Tuck in all loose edges at the bottom.

Step 4. Stand at one end. Step 5. Grasp the open edges where convenient, one edge in each hand. Step 6. Open the sides of the cover over the object by snapping both hands up and out.

Step 3. Unroll towards the opposite end and let the rest of the roll fall into place at the other end.

Step 1. Start at one end of the object to be covered. Step 2. Un-roll a sufficient amount to cover the end.



Firefighter I Skill 18.4 Fold a salvage cover

[NFPA 1001, 5.3.14]

Directions

For this skills evaluation checklist, students will fold a salvage cover for a one-firefighter spread. Students must work with another student to perform this skill. Inform each student of the specific steps they are to perform.


• Salvage cover

Objective Fold a salvage cover for a one-firefighter spread




NOTE: Two firefighters must make initial folds to reduce the width of the cover. Steps 1 through 7 are performed simultaneously by both firefighters on opposite sides of the cover. Steps 8 through 13 may be performed by both firefighters who are stationed at the same end of the fold.


1. Grasp the cover with the outside hand midway between the center and the edge to be folded.

2. Place the other hand on the cover as a pivot midway between the outside hand and the center.

3. Bring the fold over to the center of the cover. This will create an inside fold (center) and an outside fold.

4. Grasp the cover corner with the outside hand.

5. Place the other hand as a pivot on the cover over the outside fold.

6. Bring this outside edge over to the center, and place it on top of and in line with the previously placed first fold.

7. Fold the other half of the cover in the same manner by using Steps 1 through 6.

8. Straighten the folds if they are not straight.

9. Grasp the same end of the cover, with the cover folded to reduce width.

10. Bring this end to a point just short of the center.

11. Use one hand as a pivot and bring the folded end over and place on top of the first fold.

12. Fold the other end of the cover toward the center, leaving about 4 inches between the two folds.

13. Place one fold on top of the other for the completed fold; the space between the folds now serves as a hinge.




Skill 18.4 Fold a salvage cover-One FF spread

Step 7. Fold the other half of the cover in the same manner by using Steps 1 through 6. Step 8. Straighten the folds if they are not straight. Step 9. Grasp the same end of the cover, with the cover folded to reduce width.

Step 4. Grasp the cover corner with outside hand. Step 5. Place the other hand as a pivot on the cover over the outside fold. Step 6. Bring this outside edge over to the center, place it on top of and in line with first prior fold.

Step 2. Place the other hand on the cover as a pivot midway between the outside hand and the center. Step 3. Bring the fold over to the center of the cover. This will create an inside fold (center) & an outside fold.

Step 1. Grasp the cover with the outside hand midway between the center and the edge to be folded.



Step 10. Bring this end to a point just short of the center. Step 11. Use one hand as a pivot and bring the folded end over and place on top of the first fold. Step 12. Fold the other end of the cover toward the center leaving about 4 inches between folds.

Step 13. Place one fold on top of the other for the completed fold; the space between the folds now serves as a hinge.



Firefighter I Skill 18.5 Spread a folded salvage cover

[NFPA 1001, 5.3.14]

Directions

For this skills evaluation checklist, students will spread a folded salvage cover using the one-firefighter method.


• Folded salvage cover • Object(s) to be covered

Objective

Spread a folded salvage cover — One-firefighter method





1. Lay the folded cover on top of and near the center of the object to be covered.

2. Separate the cover at the first fold.

3. Select either end and continue to unfold the salvage cover by separating the next fold.

4. Unfold this same end toward the end of the object to be covered.

5. Grasp the end of the cover near the center with both hands to prevent the corners from falling outward.

6. Bring the end of the cover into position over the end of the object being covered.

7. Unfold the other end of the cover in the same manner over the object.

8. Stand at one end.

9. Grasp the open edges where convenient, one edge in each hand.

10. Open the sides of the cover over the object by snapping both hands up and out.

11. Open the other end of the cover over the object in the same manner.

12. Tuck in all loose edges at the bottom.




Skill 18.5 Spread a folded salvage cover

Step 4. Unfold this same end toward the end of the object to be covered. Step 5. Grasp the end of the cover, near the center with both hands to prevent the corners from falling outward.

Step 3. Select either end and continue to unfold the salvage cover by separating the next fold.

Step 2. Separate the cover at the first fold. Step 1. Lay the folded cover on top of and near the center of the object to be covered.



Step 6. Bring the end of the cover into position over the end of the object being covered.

Step 7. Unfold the other end of the cover in same manner over the object. Step 8. Stand at one end. Step 9. Grasp the open edges where convenient, one edge in each hand Step 10. Open the sides of the cover over the object by snapping both hands up and out. Step 11. Open the other end of the cover over the object in the same manner . Step 12. Tuck in all loose edges at the bottom.



Firefighter I Skill 18.6 Fold a salvage cover

[NFPA 1001, 5.3.14]

Directions

For this skills evaluation checklist, students will fold a salvage cover for a two-firefighter spread. Students must work with another student to perform this skill. Inform each student of the specific steps they are to perform.


• Salvage cover

Objective

Fold a salvage cover for a two-firefighter spread

Skills Evaluation Checklist NOTE: Two firefighters must make initial folds to reduce the width of the cover. Steps 1 through 11 are performed simultaneously by both firefighters. Steps 12 through 19 are performed by the respective firefighters. Steps 20 through 24 are performed simultaneously by both firefighters.


1. Grasp opposite ends of the cover at the center grommet with the cover stretched lengthwise.

2. Pull the cover tightly between each firefighter.

3. Raise this center fold high above the ground.

4. Shake out the wrinkles to form the first half-fold.

5. Spread the half-fold on the ground.

6. Smooth the half-fold flat to remove the wrinkles.

7. Stand or kneel at each end of the half-fold and face the cover.

8. Grasp the open-edge corners with the hand nearest to these corners.

9. Place the corresponding foot at the center of the half-fold, making a pivot for the next fold.




10. Stretch that part of the cover being folded tightly between each firefighter.

11. Make the quarter-fold by folding the open edges over the folded edge.

12. Firefighter #1: Stand or kneel on one end of the quarter-fold.

13. Firefighter #2: Grasp the opposite end and shake out all the wrinkles.

14. Firefighter #2: Carry this end to the opposite end, maintaining alignment of outside edges.

15. Both Firefighters: Place the carried end on the opposite end, aligning all edges.

16. Both Firefighters: Position at opposite ends.

17. Firefighter #2: Stand on the folded end of the cover.

18. Firefighter #1: Shake out all wrinkles.

19. Firefighter #1: Align all edges.

20. Grasp the open ends and use the inside foot as a pivot for the next fold.

21. Bring these open ends over and place them just short of the folded center fold.

22. Continue this folding process by bringing the open ends over and just short of the folded end.

23. Complete the operation by making one more fold in the same manner.

24. Bring the open ends over and to the folded end using the free hand as a pivot during the fold.




Skill 18.6 Fold a salvage cover/

Step 10. Stretch the part of cover being folded tightly between each FF. Step 11. Make quarter-fold by folding open edges over folded edge.

Step 7. Stand or kneel at each end of the half-fold and face the cover. Step 8. Grasp the open-edge corners with the hand nearest to these corners. Step 9. Place the corresponding foot at the center of the next center of the half-fold, making a pivot for the next fold.

Step 4. Shake out the wrinkles to form the first half-fold. Step 5. Spread the half-fold on the ground. Step 6. Smooth the half-fold flat to remove the wrinkles.

Step 1. Grasp opposite ends of the cover at the center grommet with the cover stretched. Step 2. Pull the cover tightly between each firefighter Step 3. Raise this center fold high above the ground.

Two Firefighters



Step 15. Both firefighters: Place the carried end on the opposite end, aligning all edges. Step 16. Both firefighters: position at opposite ends.

Step 12. Firefighter #1: Stand or kneel on one end of the quarter-fold. Step 13. Firefighter #2: Grasp the opposite end and shake out all the wrinkles. Step 14. Firefighter #2: Carry this end to the opposite end, maintaining alignment of outside edges.

Step 20. Grasp both ends and use inside foot as pivot for next fold. Step 21. Bring open ends over and place just short of center fold. Step 22. Continue process by brining open ends over and just short of folded end. Step 23. Complete by making one more fold in same manner. Step 24. Bring open ends over and to folded end using free hand as pivot during fold.

Steps 17. Firefighter #2: Stand on the folded end of the cover. Steps 18: Firefighter #1: shake out all wrinkles Step 19. Firefighter #1: Align all edges.



Firefighter I Skill 18.7 Spread a folded salvage cover — Two-firefighter balloon throw

[NFPA 1001, 5.3.14]

Directions

For this skills evaluation checklist, students will spread a folded salvage cover using the two-firefighter balloon throw.


• Folded salvage cover • Object(s) to be covered

Objective

Spread a folded salvage cover — Two-firefighter balloon throw




NOTE: These steps are done with both firefighters performing the steps simultaneously.


1. Firefighter 1: Hold cover so folds are towards object at chest level. Secure bottom two corners. Firefighter 2: Grasp top two folds from FF #1 and deploy cover to stretch across the object on one side.

2. Lay the side of the cover closest to the furniture on the ground.

3. Place a foot on the corner of the cover to hold it in place. Other foot will be stepping forward with the throw.

4. Pull the cover tightly between each firefighter grasping the top of the cover.

5. Swing the folded part down, up, and out in one sweeping movement in order to pocket as much air as possible.

6. Pitch or carry and step forward together across the object when the cover is as high as each firefighter can reach. This action causes the cover to float over the object.

7. Guide the cover into position as it floats over the object.

8. Straighten the sides for better water runoff.




Skill 18.7 Spread salvage cover two FF

Step 3. Place a foot on the corner of the cover to hold it into place. Other foot will be stepping forward with the throw.

Step 2. Lay the side of the cover closest to the furniture on the ground.

Step 1. Firefighter #2: Grasp top two folds from FF #1 and deploy cover to stretch across the object on one side.

Step 1. Firefighter #1: Hold cover so folds are towards object at chest level.



Step 7. Guide the cover into position as it floats over the object. Step 8. Straighten the sides for better water run-off.

Step 6. Pitch or carry and step forward together across the object when the cover is as high as each FF can reach. This action causes the cover to float over the object.

NOTE: Foot position prior to deployment of salvage cover.

Step 4. Pull the cover tightly between each FF, grasping the top of the cover. Step 5. Swing the folded part down, up, and out in one sweeping motion in order to pocket enough air as possible.



Firefighter I Skill 18.8 Construct a water chute without pike poles

[NFPA 1001, 5.3.14]

Directions

For this skills evaluation checklist, students will construct a water chute without pike poles.


• Salvage cover

Objective

Construct a water chute without pike poles



1. Open the salvage cover.

2. Lay the cover flat at the desired location.

3. Roll the opposite edges of the salvage cover toward the middle until there is approximately a 3-foot width between the rolls.

4. Turn the cover over.

5. Adjust the chute to collect and channel water by elevating one end.

6. Extend the other end out a door. Attach it with webbing or rope.




Skill 18.8 Construct water chute without pike poles

Step 5. Adjust the chute to collect and channel water by elevating one end. Step 6. Extend the end out a door. Attach with webbing or rope.

Step 3. Roll the opposite edges toward middle until there is about a 3 foot gap.

Step 1. Open the salvage cover. Step 2. Lay the cover flat at desired location.

Step 4. Turn the cover over.



Firefighter I Skill 18.9 Construct a water chute with pike poles

[NFPA 1001, 5.3.14]

Directions

For this skills evaluation checklist, students will construct a water chute with pike poles.


• Salvage cover • (2) Pike poles

Objective

Construct a water chute with pike poles





3. Place pike poles at opposite edges of the salvage cover with the pike extending off the end of the cover.

4. Roll the edges over the pike poles toward the middle until there is approximately a 3-foot width between the rolls.

5. Turn the cover over, keeping the folds in place.

6. Place the chute to collect and channel water.

7. Extend the other end out a door or window.




Skill 18.9 Construct a water chute with pike poles

Step 4. Roll the edges over the pike poles toward the middle until there is approximately a 3-foot width between the rolls.

Step 3. Place pike poles at opposite edges of the salvage cover with the pike extending off the end of the cover.

Step 1. Open the salvage cover. Step 2. Lay the cover flat at the desired location.



Step 7. Extend the other end out a door or window.

Step 6. Place the chute to collect and channel water.

Step 5. Turn the cover over, keeping the folds in place.



Firefighter I Skill 18.10 Construct a catchall

[NFPA 1001, 5.3.14]

Directions

For this skills evaluation checklist, students will construct a catchall.


• Salvage cover

Objective

Construct a catchall

Skills Evaluation Checklist NOTE: Exposed seam of catchall should be facedown




3. Roll the sides inward approximately 3-feet.

4. Lay the ends of the side rolls over at a 90-degree angle to form the corners of the basin.

5. Roll one end into a tight roll on top of the side roll and form a projected flap.

6. Lift the edge roll.

7. Tuck the end roll to lock the corners.

8. Roll the other end in a like manner.

9. Lock the corners.




Skill 18.10 Construct a catchall

NOTE: Exposed seam of the catchall should be facedown.

Step 1. Open the salvage cover.

Step 2. Lay the cover flat at desired location. Step 3. Roll the sides inward approximately 3 feet.

Step 4. Lay the ends of the side rolls over at a 90-degree angle to form the corners of the basin.



Step 9. Lock the corners Step 8. Roll the other end in a like manner.

Step 6. Lift the edge roll. Step 7. Tuck the end roll to lock the corners.

Step 5. Roll one end into a tight roll on top of the side roll and form a projected flap.



Firefighter I Skill 18.11 Make a chute and attach it to a catchall

[NFPA 1001, 5.3.13]

Directions

For this skills evaluation checklist, students will make a chute and attach it to a catchall. Students may need to work with a partner to accomplish this task. Make it clear to each student, what their responsibility is before the task begins.


• Salvage cover • Catchall

Objective

Make a chute and attach it to a catchall





3. Roll one edge (along the long axis) tightly inward toward the center of the cover.

4. Roll the opposite edge tightly inward toward the center leaving a 1-3 foot space between them.

5. Turn the chute upside down flattening the center to the floor.

6. Slide the end of the chute under one corner of the catchall, about 1-2 feet.

7. Unfold the corner of the catchall.

8. Flatten the corner of the catchall to form a seamless path for the water.




Skill 18.11 Make a chute and attach to a catchall

Step 5. Turn the chute upside down flattening the center to the floor.

Step 4. Roll the opposite edge tightly inward toward the center leaving a 1-3 foot space between them.

Step 1. Open the salvage cover. Step 2. Lay the cover flat at the desired location.

Step 3. Roll one edge (along the long axis) inward toward the center of the cover.



Step 8. Flatten the corner of the catchall to form a seamless path for the water.

Step 7. Unfold the corner of the catchall. Step 6. Slide the end of the chute under one corner of the catchall, about 1-2 feet.



Firefighter I Skill 18.12 Locate and extinguish hidden fires

[NFPA 1001, 5.3.13]

Directions

For this skills evaluation checklist, students will use hand tools to remove wall and ceiling materials to look for hidden fires. Students should be wearing appropriate PPE with SCBA during this skill. Inform each student of their position. A Safety Officer should check each student’s gear before they enter the danger zone. Ensure firefighter safety at all times during this training evolution. Before proceeding with live fire training evolutions, read and adhere to NFPA 1403, Standard on Live Fire Training Evolutions. Have students repeat this exercise, rotating duties so that each student has a chance to perform each task.


• Appropriate PPE including SCBA • Training prop that simulates hidden fires • Carryall or bucket for debris • Thermal Imaging Camera (TIC)

• One 1½-inch or larger charged attack line equipped with a fog nozzle

• Hand tools such as pike poles, Halligans, and axes

• One 1½-inch or larger charged backup line supplied from a second water source

Objective

Locate and extinguish hidden fires





1. Confirm order with Officer to overhaul.

2. Locate area(s) with potential hidden or smoldering fire: a. Use heat detector or TIC b. Observe fire area to detect smoking or smoldering

materials – watch, listen, and feel c. Observe burn and smoke patterns d. Wear appropriate PPE, including SCBA

3. Remove ceiling and wall covering and insulation: a. Begin with area closest to hidden or smoldering fire b. Overhaul area until unburned structural materials are visible c. Preserve potential evidence for fire cause investigation d. Minimize damage when possible

4. Extinguish hidden and smoldering fires with small handline: a. Use minimal water for extinguishment b. Complete extinguishment – no hidden or smoldering fires

remain c. Remove stuffed materials, such as mattresses, from

structure and overhaul outside





Skill 18.12 Locate and extinguish hidden fires

Step 4. Extinguish hidden & smoldering fires: Use minimal water. No fire remains. Remove burnt materials. Step 5. Report to officer completion of task.

Step 3. Remove ceiling, wall covering, & insulation: Start with area closest to fire. Overhaul until burn materials visible. Preserve potential evidence. Minimize damage.

Step 1. Confirm order with Officer to overhaul. Step 2. Locate area(s) with potential hidden or smoldering fire: Use heat detector or TIC. Observe fire area, watch, listen, feel. Observe burn and smoke patterns. Wear PPE including SCBA.

Note: This picture depicts Step 3.

Chapter 19

South Carolina Firefighter Series Fire Origin and Cause Determination


Firefighter II Skill 19.1 Fire cause and origin

[NFPA 1001, 6.3.4]

Directions

For this skills evaluation checklist, students will protect evidence of fire cause and origin. Provide students with a scenario that provides information about the nature of the evidence. Inform students that they and other firefighters are performing overhaul tasks in a structure fire when they notice evidence of fire cause. Students must identify and protect this potential evidence from further damage so that a trained investigator can determine its value.


• Paper and pencil or pen • Plastic sheeting • Camera • Cardboard boxes • Items that may indicate fire cause

(both intentional and non intentional evidence)

• Caution tape or rope to mark off area

Objective

Protect evidence of fire cause and origin





1. Protect potential evidence: a. Avoid touching, disturbing, or tramping on evidence b. Avoid using excessive water during extinguishment once

fire is under control and evidence has been identified c. Leave evidence in place unless it must be moved to

preserve it

2. Preserve evidence as necessary: a. Move evidence only as necessary to preserve it b. Provide security for the evidence until an Investigator is

available

3. Move evidence as necessary: a. Avoid damage to evidence b. Provide security for the evidence until an Investigator is

available

4. Record information about evidence: a. Document information about location and appearance of

evidence if it must be moved or cannot be preserved b. Document location evidence was moved to and the

appearance of the location it was moved from c. Initiate chain of custody record

5. Provide evidence and records to Investigator before leaving incident site.




Skill 19.1 Fire cause and origin

Step 1. Protect potential evidence: Avoid touching, disturbing, or tramping on evidence. Avoid excessive water, and leave evidence in place unless it must be moved to preserve it.

Step 3. Move evidence as necessary: Avoid damage and provide security of evidence.

Step 4. Record information about evidence: Document information about location and appearance of evidence if it must be moved or cannot be preserved. Document location evidence was moved to and initiate chain of custody record. Step 5. Provide records and evidence to Investigator before leaving incident site.

Step 2. Preserve evidence as necessary: Move only if necessary, and provide security to evidence until Investigator arrives.

Chapter 21

South Carolina Firefighter Series Fire Prevention and Public Education


Firefighter II Skill 21.1 Fire Safety Survey

[NFPA 1001, 6.5.1]

Directions

For this skills evaluation checklist, students will conduct a residential fire safety survey. Residential fire safety surveys may be part of a house-to-house fire prevention program, or they may be conducted on an individual basis when requested. Remind students that residential fire safety surveys are fire prevention activities, not code enforcement activities.


• Fire prevention and safety literature • Structure to use for survey • Clipboard/paper, writing implement

Objective

Conduct fire safety survey in an occupied structure





1. Gather equipment and informational materials required to conduct the survey.

2. Contact the resident: a. Approach residence on sidewalk or entryway b. Respect all notices and signs such as ‘No Soliciting’ c. Avoid dangerous situations such as possible dog bites

3. Explain the purpose and benefits of the survey to the resident: a. Emphasis on voluntary nature of survey b. Explain reason for survey

4. Conduct survey of the residence: a. Survey attic, utility rooms, storage areas, kitchen, living-

room, garage, and basement b. Take notes of hazards

5. Identify fire hazards and recommend appropriate solutions to the resident: a. Explain the nature of the hazard b. Explain solution(s) to the hazard c. Correct the hazard immediately, if possible d. Mount smoke alarms, if needed

6. Discuss general fire safety information with the resident: a. Address home escape planning, maintenance of smoke

alarms, storage of flammable and toxic liquids, gate/control mechanisms around outdoor pools, fire-safe cooking procedures, residential sprinkler systems (if present), and other security devices

b. Provide printed fire safety information

7. Conclude survey: a. Thank resident for cooperation b. Review any issues that require follow-up by the

department

8. Record information on the survey in appropriate department database.




Skill 21.1 Fire safety survey

Step 1. Gather equipment and informational materials required to conduct the survey. Step 2. Contact the resident. Step 3. Explain the purpose and benefits of survey to the resident. Step 4. Conduct survey of residence.

a. Survey attic, utility rooms, storage areas, kitchen, living-room, garage, & basement

b. Take notes of hazards

Step 5. Identify fire hazards and recommend appropriate solutions to the resident.

a. Explain nature b. Explain solution(s) c. Correct, if possible d. Mount smoke alarms, if needed

Step 6. Discuss general safety information with resident.

a. Address home escape plan, smoke alarms, storage of liquids, outdoor control mechanisms, and other precautions.

Step 7. Conclude survey. Step 8. Record information in appropriate Departmental database.



Firefighter II Skill 21.2 Fire and Life Safety Presentation

[NFPA 1001, 6.5.1, 6.5.2]

Directions

For this skills evaluation checklist, students will make a fire and life safety presentation. You should assign specific topics or have students select from a list of fire and life safety topics. Students should present from prepared materials. Remind students that presentations should be directed toward the specific audience that you have identified for the presentation.


• Prepared materials need for

presentation • Appropriate equipment and materials for

presentation

Objective

Make a fire and life safety presentation





1. Determine an appropriate fire or life safety topic for the audience.

2. Select location, date, and time for the presentation.

3. Review prepared lesson outline and double check that all necessary equipment and materials are available.

4. Notify the group or audience of the presentation details prior to the date of the presentation.

5. Conduct the presentation according to the lesson outline: a. Educational methods used are developmentally

appropriate b. All steps in outline are followed c. Questions are answered d. Participants are engaged by the presentation

6. Return equipment and materials according to department policy.

7. Record information about presentation in appropriate department database.




Skill 21.2 Fire and life safety presentation

Step 1. Determine an appropriate fire or life safety topic for the audience. Step 2. Select location, date, and time for presentation. Step 3. Review lesson outline and double check equipment and materials. Step 4. Notify group or audience of presentation details prior to actual date. Step 5. Conduct presentation according to lesson outline. Step 6. Return equipment and materials according to Departmental policy. Step 7. Record information about presentation in Departmental database.



Firefighter II Skill 21.3 Fire station tour

[NFPA 1001, 6.5.1, 6.5.2]

Directions

For this skills evaluation checklist, students will conduct a fire station tour. You need to arrange for a specific group to attend the tour and then inform students beforehand of the specific audience.


• Written materials and/or handouts

Objective Conduct a fire station tour





1. Notify the group point of contact of the date and time of tour.

2. Determine characteristics of the group touring the station: a. Age of group b. Developmental characteristics c. Number of visitors d. Purpose of visit

3. Select appropriate fire safety message(s) to be presented during the tour.

4. Select written materials, handouts, etc. that supports the message(s) from Step 2 to be distributed during the tour.

5. Reconfirm the date and time of the tour with the group point of contact: a. Contact at least one shift prior to visit b. Inform Officer and crew members about tour

6. Inspect station in preparation for the tour: a. Remove any safety hazards b. Clean station and apparatus

7. Welcome the group to the station: a. Introduce yourself b. Give basic Department background and introduce On-Duty Station Personnel c. Inform group of tour rules d. Designate location in case of Emergency call

8. Conduct Station Tour

9. Provide time at the end of the tour for questions.




Skill 21.3 Fire station tour

Step 1. Notify the group point of contact of the date and time of the tour. Step 2. Determine characteristics of group touring the station. Step 3. Select appropriate safety message. Step 4. Select materials to be distributed during the tour. Step 5. Re-confirm the date and time of tour with group point of contact. Step 6. Inspect station prior to tour. Step 7. Welcome the group to the station. Step 8. Conduct Station Tour. Step 9. Provide time at the end of the tour for questions.



Firefighter II Skill 21.4 Pre-Incident Planning Survey

[NFPA 1001, 6.5.1, 6.5.3]

Directions

For this skills evaluation checklist, students will prepare a pre-incident survey. Pre- incident survey procedures are usually considered the most important activity — aside from fire-fighting — performed by firefighters. A carefully planned survey program carried out by well-trained personnel can reduce the loss of life and property should an emergency occur.


• Copy of fire code and inspection

manuals

• Hard hat • Pencils and paper for preparing sketches • Steel-toed shoes • 50-foot tape measure • Eye protection • Flashlight • Gloves • Camera • Pitot tubes and gauges for water

flow tests • Clipboard and inspection forms

• Building or structure from which to prepare survey

Objective

Prepare a pre-incident planning survey





1. Contact the business owner or manager to gain permission to conduct the survey: a. Emergency contact information b. Correct address

2. Record initial observations of the outside of the building: a. Number and location of fire hydrants, fire department

connections, fire alarm boxes, rapid entry key systems, etc. b. Type of building construction and materials c. Types of exposures d. Access and egress from the site e. Occupancy of building f. Any construction or environmental features which could

negatively impact fire suppression

3. Prepare a sketch of the building, streets, hydrants, etc.

4. Survey the interior of the building beginning on the lowest floor or roof.

5. Record any features or conditions related to life safety and fire suppression: a. Location of fire protection systems, alarm panel, control

valves, standpipes, etc. b. Location of exit stairwells, corridors, doors, etc. c. Hazardous operations, equipment, or materials d. Electrical control panels e. Life safety risks f. Roof access g. Potential ventilation openings h. Elevators i. High value content or merchandise j. Potential fuel loads k. Any other potential hazards present

6. Draw floor plan of building to include all pertinent information from Step 5.

7. Discuss results of survey with owner/manager:




a. Thank manager for allowing fire department to conduct survey

b. Offer to provide a copy of the pre-incident plan for the building’s underwriter

c. Comment on conditions found d. Answer any questions

8. Disseminate completed pre-incident plan to other companies and stations according to local protocols.




Skill 21.4 Prepare pre-incident planning survey

Step 1. Contact the business owner or manager to gain permission to conduct the survey.

a. Emergency contact information b. Correct address

Step 2. Record initial observations of the outside of the building.

a. Number and location of fire hydrants, FDC connections, alarm boxes, etc

b. Type of building construction and materials c. Types of exposures d. Access and egress from location e. Building occupancy f. Any features which can impact suppression

Step 3. Prepare sketch of building, street, hydrants, etc. Step 4. Survey building interior starting at lowest floor or roof. Step 5. Record any features or conditions relating to life safety and/or fire suppression.

a. Location of fire systems b. Exit locations c. Hazardous materials d. Panels e. Life safety risks f. Roof access g. Ventilation openings h. Elevators i. High value content or merchandise j. Fuel loads k. Any other hazards

Step 6. Draw floor plan of building with all information from step 5. Step 7. Discuss results with Owner/Manager Step 8. Distribute relevant materials and information to Department according to local protocols.

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ompetency Profile

LLR - Division of Fire & Life Safety South Carolina Fire Academy Administrative Procedure

AP-011 Accreditation and Certification Policy Revision 6 Appendix

TEST SPECIFICATIONS: Written tests are based on the current applicable NFPA standard. Tests consist of 100 multiple choice, matching, and true/false questions. Tests are randomly generated using Performance Training Systems, Inc. (PTS) or IFSTA test banks and LXR testing software.

WRITTEN EXAMINATION:

Cognitive certification exams for this level are offered independently of training programs. Students must meet eligibility requirements. Tests are offered at various locations and dates throughout the state.

Cognitive or knowledge examinations shall be graded with a minimum score of 70% required for successful completion.

Test proctor selection will be limited to either full-time faculty or Instructors having test proctor or lead evaluator status. Except as allowed by policy the test proctor cannot have taught in the course being evaluated.

Cognitive or knowledge exams will be conducted in accordance with specific testing procedures.

ORAL EXAMINATIONS:

Participants shall make the request for oral examination prior to or by the mid-point of the course to the instructor, course coordinator or regional office. Oral testing should be scheduled simultaneously with written testing.

Oral testing shall be administered in accordance with prescribed policy.

RECORD KEEPING AND DOCUMENTATION:

The lead evaluator or exam proctor will be responsible for returning the completed course paperwork and/or test package to their regional office or course coordinator within (5) working days after the exam date.

APPEALS:

A participant may exercise his/her appeal rights under the following conditions:

- Non-compliance to written testing procedures and policies. - Validity of test questions or answers. - Discrimination.

Participants must make appeal request in writing to the Training and Development Director within 30 calendar days of the date of the alleged occurrence.

The South Carolina Fire Academy shall follow all appeal policies as published in AP-011, the South Carolina Fire Academy Accreditation/Certification Policy.

LLR - Division of Fire & Life Safety South Carolina Fire Academy Administrative Procedure

AP-011 Accreditation and Certification Policy Revision 6 Appendix

RETESTING:

This policy pertains to all examinations administered by the South Carolina Fire Academy including Fire Service Professional Qualifications Certification examinations.

Individuals failing to obtain the required minimum score on the original exam will be allowed two retest opportunities for each type of cognitive exam. For cognitive exams the first retest must be at least 30 days from the original test date but no more than 120 days and the second retest if needed must be at least 30 days from the first retest but no more than 210 days from the original testing date. This mandatory 30 day wait allows for additional study and preparation time.

An additional attempt following the 2 retests can be requested to the attention of the Training and Development Director, when the student feels that the testing environment was not adequate or some type of external problem contributed to a failure on the retest. The decision of the Training and Development Director is final on this fourth attempt.

The 30 day to 210 day wait period does not apply to structured recruit school type delivery. Any retest must be completed at a time convenient with course schedule but the number of retests available will be the same.

Should an individual fail to earn a passing grade on a manipulative skill on the first attempt, they are eligible for an immediate second attempt on that skill. A third attempt will be granted by the lead evaluator if on both the first and second attempt the student completed 50% or greater of the required skill steps on each previous attempt. This must be done with no coaching from the evaluator. The student can be told what steps they failed and only that. No additional information may be given. Note: Any failed attempt caused by a failure of a Critical Skill Step will automatically eliminate the third attempt consideration. If the third attempt on the manipulative skill is unsuccessful, the student may enter into a time restricted testing for one additional attempt. Such retesting must be completed at least 30 days after the third attempt but no more than 210 days.

The 30 day to 210 day wait period does not apply to structured recruit school type delivery. Any manipulative skill retesting must be completed within the course schedule and will be limited to three attempts.

The 210-day completion deadline does apply to certification written exams administered independently of training courses such as in an approved challenge process. There is a 4 attempt limit per course challenge. If a student in the challenge process does not successfully completes the exam in 4 attempts it will be required that they complete the course of instruction for credit. If applicable all attempts must have 30 days in between each attempt and all 4 attempts must be done within 210 days.

Competency Profile

South Carolina Fire Academy/February 2015/Revision 5

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Student name: __________________ Signature:____________________

* Justify any failures in writing on this sheet.

Final Outcome: Pass Fail

**This form must be completed and turned in with the course package.


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