NFPA Standard:

1002, 2009, Chapters 4 and 5

Accredited:

    IFSAC: Yes

    NPQS: Yes

Prerequisites:

Firefighter I (HM Awareness/Operations)

Description:

The Apparatus Driver Operator - Pumper is a person that can safely operate an apparatus equipped with a permanently mounted with a pump and all systems associated with the apparatus and pump, safely operate the apparatus over streets and highways, establish a water supply from an internal, external static or pressurized water source, operate pump to supply various size attack handlines or master streams, set-up and support operations using foam and built-in fire protection systems using a standpipe and operate pump during a relay pumping operation.

Requirements for Certification:

Candidates shall be at least 18 years of age

Complete a practical skills examination with a "Passing" score

Complete an 100 question written examination with a passing score of 70% or higher

Reference List:

NFPA 1002 Standard for Driver Operator Professional Qualifications, 2008 Edition

IFSTA Pumping Apparatus Driver Operator, 2nd Edition


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