Apparatus Operator Boot Camp
Schedule:
EVOC:
Cortland Armory
June 21, 2008 0800 hr.
A.P.O.:
RTC
Unit 1- 6/23/08
Unit 2- 6/25/08
Unit 3- 6/28/08
Unit 4- 6/28/08
Unit 5- 6/29/08
Unit 6- 6/29/08
Unit 7- 7/01/08
Unit 8- 7/02/08
W.S.O.:
RTC
Unit 1- 7/08/08
Unit 2- 7/09/08
Unit 3- 7/10/08
Unit 4- 7/15/08
Unit 5- 7/16/08
Unit 6- 7/17/08
Location: NYS Armory Wheeler Ave Cortland, NY 13045
Evening Classes Begin Promptly @ 1900hr
Saturday Classes Begin Promptly @ 0830hr
Realizing the importance of training and the limited availability of the area firefighter's time, the Cortland County Department of Fire/Emergency Management will be offering for the first time a series of fire vehicle operational courses that will enhance the student's knowledge, skills and abilities by providing a broad background into the safe and effective operation of the modern fire engine.
01-05-0004 Apparatus
Operator - Emergency Vehicle Operation (ESIP
delivery)
Provides vehicle operators with a better understanding of the
seriousness of emergency vehicle operation. Based on objectives from
National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) Standard 1002 Fire Apparatus
Driver/Operator, Chapter 2, this course stimulates the thought processes
to make students aware of the potential for tragedy and financial loss
and of the legal and moral responsibilities encountered when operating
an emergency vehicle.
| Note: | Apparatus Operator Emergency Vehicle Operations equivalents are EVOC Courses offered by VFIS Insurance, ESIP Insurance, or Utica National Insurance. Train the Trainers are not accepted as equivalent. |
| Designed For: | Fire service personnel |
| Course Length: | 18 hours |
| Prerequisite: | Scene Support Operations and a valid driver's license |
01-05-0005 Apparatus
Operator - Pump
Offers knowledge and skills essential to pump operation. Based on
objectives from National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), Fire
Apparatus Driver/Operator, Chapter 3, this course includes
responsibilities of pump operators, hydraulics and friction loss, pump
controls and accessories, fire streams, pumper practices, pumping from
draft and pump evolutions, and using the fire pump at the fire hydrant.
Demonstrations and practice sessions are included.
| Designed For: | Fire service personnel |
| Course Length: | 24 hours |
| Prerequisites: | Apparatus Operator - Emergency Vehicle Operation (01-05-0004) and Scene Support Operations or equivalent, valid driver's license |
| NYS Certification Level: | Firefighter Recruit I, Fire Instructor I |
| National Certification Level: | Fire Service Instructor I |
| College Credit: | Yes |
01-05-0047 Water Supply
Operations
Offers firefighters with information and skills in determining water
supply requirements for firefighting purposes and water delivery
methods. Demonstrations and practice sessions are included.
| Designed For: | Fire service personnel |
| Course Length: | 18 hours |
| Prerequisites: | Apparatus Operator - Pump (01-05-0005) and Scene Support Operations or equivalent, valid driver's license |
