Based on the minimum requirements of the National Fire Protection Association, 1002 Standard for Professional Qualifications, 1998 Edition.

Requirements:

• Candidates shall be at least 18 years of age.

• Candidates shall be licensed to drive all vehicles they are expected to operate.
• Candidates shall be certified as a Fire Fighter I from the Louisiana Firefighter Certification Program or another agency accredited by the International Fire Service Accreditation Congress (IFSAC).
• The Fire Apparatus Driver/Operator-Aerial examination includes portions of two (2) job related subjects requiring the successful completion of cognitive (written) skill and manipulative (practical) skills. Written examinations require 70% or greater overall average and manipulative skill examinations are averaged together with the student receiving the grade of "P" for passing if successful.

References:

• NFPA 1002, Standard on Fire Apparatus Driver/Operator Professional Qualifications, 1998 Edition
• IFSTA, Aerial Apparatus Driver/Operator Handbook, 1^st Edition, 1^st Printing
• IFSTA, Fire Department Aerial Apparatus, 2^nd Edition, 3^rd Printing

IFSAC Certified: Yes