1. 1 GWGVFD Probationary Training Session #6 Revised 11/2008 (This presentation developed in part with content provided by Germantown Volunteer Fire Department)

2. 2 Session 1: Orientation Session 2: Ambulance Inventory, Oxygen and BSI Session 3: Cot & Stair Chair Operations Session 4: Review & EMS Inventory Test Session 5: Fire Apparatus & Inventory Session 6: Ropes, Knots & Tools –Knot Identification –Tool Introduction Session 7: Hoses, Ladder & Review Session 8: Review & Fire Inventory Test Session 9: Review & Probationary Test Contents

3. 3 Session 6 Ropes, Knots & Tools Objectives: By the end of the session the student will have a basic knowledge and understanding of the following requirements: I. Be able to identify different Fire Service Knots II. Have a basic knowledge of and tool location and function

4. 4 Session 6 Ropes, Knots & Tools Fire Service Knots Requirements –Must be easy to tie and untie w/ Gloved hands –Must not slip Types –Overhand Loop –Underhand Loop –Half Hitch –Clove Hitch –Figure 8 –Beckett Bend –Bowline

5. 5 Session 6 Ropes, Knots & Tools Fire Apparatus Tools Extrication Forcible Entry Overhaul Hand Tools

6. 6 Session 6 Ropes, Knots & Tools Fire Apparatus Inventory Obtain a copy of the Engine and Truck inventory list which isused in the station and generally county wide. - Read over the inventory list before reviewing the contents of the cabinets and kits. - Use the inventory list while you are physically going over the unit contents. - If any seals are broken, they must be re-inventoried and resealed by your preceptor.

7. 7 GWGVFD Probationary Training Session #6 (Questions ???)