Emergency Vehicle Operations Unit X Where the Rubber Hits the Road 1

Unit X Objectives Given an Emergency Vehicle and a given course the EVO will safely execute the course in the acceptable time hitting no more than 4 cones Given an EV and a predetermined route, the EVO will safety demonstrate an understanding of satisfactory vehicle handling and skills as evaluated by the department driving instructor 2

Emergency Vehicle Operations Station #1 – Straight Line ft 9 ft 6 in

Emergency Vehicle Operations Station #2 – Alley Dock, Straight and Angled Backing 4 12 ft 30 ft 40 ft

Emergency Vehicle Operations Station #3 – Serpentine Exercise 5 EXIT ENTER 36 TO 44 FT BETWEEN CONES DEPENDING ON WHEELBASE 50 ft 200 ft

Emergency Vehicle Operations Station #4 – Confined Space Turnaround ft 60 ft 12 ft EXIT

Emergency Vehicle Operations Station #5 – Diminishing Clearance ft 10 ft 6 in 8 ft 6 in

Emergency Vehicle Operations Station #6– Off-Set Alley 8 20 ft 48 ft 11’ 2’’

Emergency Vehicle Operations Station #7 – Stopping Exercise 9 Travel distance 50 ft STOP Stop within 6” to 24” of stop sign

Emergency Vehicle Operations DRIVER/OPERATOR – PUMPER CURRICULUM-Apparatus Inspection PERFORMANCE STANDARD Section NFPA , 2-2.2, The driver/operator –trainee shall perform routine tests, inspections, and servicing functions required to assure the operational status of fire department engines and shall properly document his/her actions on the provided form. INSTRUCTIONS – procedures for achieving the objective You shall perform routine tests, inspections, and servicing functions required to assure the operational status of fire department engines and shall properly document your actions on the provided form. The skill will end when you state to me that you have completed the required steps. Do you understand these instructions? EXAMINERS NOTE The driver/operator – trainee will not be allowed to review the performance steps at the time of 10

Emergency Vehicle Operations If the driver/operator - trainee: a. performs a battery check which includes 1. checks corrosion of terminals checks cell electrolyte level (need for water) b. checks coolant system by checking level in radiator and hoses c. checks power steering fluid level d. checks hydraulic fluids (if applicable) e. checks belts to ensure tightness and good physical condition f. checks oil levels of engine, transmission, and differential to assure they are at the proper level g. visually checks water tank level (through tank vent) h. checks tires for cuts, breaks, and proper inflation i. checks extinguishers, hose loads, equipment, air pressure in SCBA cylinders, and flashlights j. starts engine k. checks to assure fuel tank is full l. checks electrical system by checking all visible and audible warning signals m. tests braking system by operating foot pedal n. engages pump

Emergency Vehicle Operations o. operates priming system, pump valves and drains, and changeover valves (on two-stage pumps) p. checks pressure control device _____ q. disengages pump _____ r. shuts engine off _____ s. bleeds condensation off air brake tanks (if applicable to manufacturer’s recommendations or practice) _____ t. documents last time pumper was lubricated u. visually inspects foam systems for readiness (if applicable) v. properly documents items checked Total points possible: 23 Total points needed to pass: 17 12

Unit X Review Given an Emergency Vehicle and check sheet the student will indicate knowledge and proficiency in performing routine test, inspections and servicing. The student shall also identify all automotive gauges and explain their purpose (Note: Lubrication of grease fittings shall be addressed in accordance with the Authority Having Jurisdiction) 13

What Message are we Sending? 14

Questions and Answers Written Test Course Evaluation Graduation 15

Continuing Education 3 Year Continuing Education Plan *Must complete 3 of the 4 options in a 3 year period 16

Options To Complete Review 4 EVIP Course Chapters 2 Different Vehicle Accident Case Reviews – 2 Hour Road Course Rodeo 17

EVIP Instructors Must Attend EVIP Train-The-Trainer Once Every 5 Years 18

Thank You This course has been made possible by the combined work and knowledge of several Emergency Services Leaders. Washington Fire Chiefs would like to thank the following for their efforts and hard work to keep our first responders safe. Washington Fire Chiefs Fire Training, Safety & Officers Section Washington Fire Chiefs EVIP Committee: Eric Cunningham, Garry Lienhard, Scott DiBenedetto, Mike Zainfeld, Ted Vander Houwen, Brandon LeMay, Bryan Pearson and Denise Menge. McNeil and Company Inc. & ESIP Chief David Denniston, Cortlandville Fire Department. Loss Control Training Specialist, McNeil and Company Inc. Past Chief William Tricarico, Director of Loss Control, McNeil and Company Inc. Chief Tom Wutz, New York Office of Fire Prevention and Control, Albany NY Lt Robert Raheb, FDNY, Chief EVOC Instructor FDNY EMS Instructor Thomas Champion, IFSAC Instructor III, Indiana Instructor Stanley Nations, Satsuma, AL Chief William Goldfeder, firefighterclosecalls.com Captain Gordon Graham, firefighterclosecalls.com Firefighter/ Illustrator Paul Coombs Firehouse.com IAFC Health and Safety Section Washington State Fire Marshal Chuck Duffy, Assistant State Fire Marshal Paul Perez, and Chief Deputy State Fire Marshal Bill Slossen.( Washington State Patrol, Fire Protection Bureau) CDL Program Manager Tandy Alexander (Washington State Dept of Licensing) EVIP Accreditation Review Committee, Jim Anderson(Retired Bates), Marvin Leonard (Kennewick FD), Dave Leavenworth (Spokane FD), Tracy Lyon (Gig Harbor FD), and Larry Elliott (Olympia FD, fire mechanic). 19