Duette Fire Rescue District
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Duette Fire Rescue District
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Expectations and Recommendations
As a probationary Firefighter, there are certain aspects of this job that are not clearly listed. Most probie’s often ask, “What can I do to improve?” The following list of suggestions and expectations may help you to understand what is not taught in school. As a candidate you should expect to start at the bottom rung and work your way up as you “Pay your dues”.
- Do not ride the same shift all the time. Spread yourself around.
- Always stand up, introduce yourself with department personnel.
- Never tell anyone what to do as a candidate.
- Ask the person in charge of the station what your role will be for the shift.
- Learn everyone’s name and rank, and use it unless instructed otherwise.
- Follow the chain of command at all times.
- Follow the officer in charge direction on calls and ask questions when appropriate.
- Never talk on the radio unless cleared to do so, always report to the officer in charge.
- Be observant and cognizant of what is taking place around you.
- Be part of any discussion of previous calls and lessons learned.
- Ask people to train with you.
- Take classes and keep learning.
- Read SOP’s, MCROG’s, Protocols, memos and objectives.
- Read Firehouse Magazine, Fire Engineering and other Fire Related Magazines.
- Research new equipment and methods.
- Assist with checkouts, operate ALL equipment.
- Limit recliner time until the evening hours.
- Assist the crews with all daily chores and assigned duties.
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Program Implementation
The intent of the Skill Evaluations is to provide our personnel with some of the same training as our other personnel received from the Firefighter One & Two courses, Forestry S130 & 190, EMS or to serve as a refresher for compliance. The skill evaluations are used as a way to evaluate proficiency, and in some instances, may serve as a training aid. The skill evaluations are designed to ensure that each trainee receives one-on-one attention with a senior member of the department for each of the subjects. It is expected that while a trainee is taking an evaluation, that the instructor will impart personal experiences and additional information about the subject. Each skill evaluation is broken into three sections:
Verbal Quiz - Each evaluation has a series of questions that are pulled directly from the study material covering the academic portion of the subject. The evaluator will ask the question and the trainee will answer verbally. The evaluator will then score each answer based on the answers provided.
Practical Skill Evaluation - This will be the hands-on portion of the evaluation. Each practical evolution lists specific step by step functions that each trainee must perform. This will be documented on the form.
Information Section - This section was included to pass on information that may not have been included in the study material or may be specific to the way Duette performs its fire ground functions. It is a way to pass on “Tricks of the Trade” to our newer personnel. Evaluators are expected to review this information with the trainee.
- Evaluations will be conducted by the training officer or designee.
- A score of 90% or better will be the passing score on all evaluations.
- In the event that a candidate fails, it shall be the responsibility of the candidate to review the material and retest.
- Once all skill evaluations are completed, they will be sent to the Fire Chief for review.
- Remember, once you complete an evaluation, it will remain open to be tested on. If you fail at a later date you must retake it at a later date. Be sure you stay fresh on all your skills.
Evaluators – We are testing the proficiency of the firefighters that will be working next to you on your next fire. Please be stringent in your evaluation of the candidate. Our goal is to ensure each firefighter has the skills and knowledge needed to perform their duties on the fire ground in a safe and efficient manner.
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Rider Certification Check-off
Trainee’s, in order to ride at on Duette apparatus you must first become a certified rider of the apparatus. In order to achieve this, you must know each truck’s inventory and how to use the equipment accordingly according to your training. The personnel conducting this quiz will be testing your knowledge of the truck based on 3 evaluations:
Inventory, Equipment, Use & Basic apparatus maintenance
Examiners are urged to be stringent in the grading process. Only certify a trainee if you feel comfortable with their skills and knowledge on the appropriate apparatus. The trainee should receive a 90% or higher on inventory location to be certified on the apparatus. The test shall be conducted with the compartment doors closed.
Be sure to run all equipment while doing checkouts. Take your time and do it right, it will take time to perform correctly. Check fuel levels on the apparatus and all equipment. Check the water level in the engine. Ensure that the water cooler has been changed. Make sure that upon completion of checkouts you can locate and operate all equipment, consider alternate uses for all equipment, ask questions and test yourself.
Practical Skills Evaluation
Complete the Practical Skills Evaluation with an officer or designated member. The evaluator will enter the training with their PIN # for validation.
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Firefighter Skill Evaluations
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Firefighter Skill Evaluations
Practical Skills Evaluation
Complete the Practical Skills Evaluation with an officer or designated member. The evaluator will enter the training with their PIN # for validation.
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Drive Time Requirements
Rescue 1618 - 5 Hours
Brush 1615 - 5 Hours
Engine 1611 - 5 Hours
Tanker 1614 - 10 Hours
Complete the Drive Time and Submit Below
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Firefighter Skill Evaluations
Pump Operations
Information Section
Review the Training information provided.
Practical Skills Evaluation
Complete the Practical Skills Evaluation with an officer or designated member. The evaluator will enter the training with their PIN # for validation.
DEMONSTRATE AND ANSWER THE FOLLOWING:
90% to Pass Static Pressure:
- Static Pressure: (The pressure available to force water through pipes and appliances)
- Flow Pressure: (The force of forward velocity of water)
- Residual Pressure: (The pressure leftover in the hydrant while flowing water)
- Available Water: (The volume of water left in the hydrant)
- What is the expected GPM range from a hydrant within Parrish? (1,000 – 1,200)
- What is the GPM rating of Engine 1611? (1,500 GPM)
- What is the water tank size of Engine 1611? (1000 Gallons)
- What is the GPM rating of Engine 1614? (1500 Gallons)
- What is the water tank size of Tanker 1614? (2500 Gallons)
- What is drafting? (Using a static water supply to feed water to a fire engine)
- What does a blue reflective marker in the roadway indicate? (The location of a hydrant)
- What is relay pumping? (Supplying another unit with water from yours)
- Who gives the order to charge the supply line? (Command or the receiving pumper)
- What is a forward lay? (From the hydrant to the fire)
- What is a reverse lay? (From the fire to the hydrant)
- Name 3 water sources. (Tank, hydrant, lake & swimming pool)
- Can you use a reclaimed hydrant wrench on a standard hydrant? (Yes, but you can’t use a standard wrench on a reclaimed hydrant)