Aerial Operations - 45 Hours
Course Description
The course curriculum can be designed around the requirements of the requesting fire department. Classroom lectures and practical exercises are conducted in the principles and uses of aerial and pumper apparatus, including the recognition of hazards which may be present during aerial operations. The curriculum also includes classroom lectures and exercises in the principles, uses and tactical and safe placement of platform apparatus. Exercises are also conducted in the use and principles of aerial and pumper apparatus, including the recognition of hazards which may be present during aerial operations. Students must bring gloves and proper attire for water pumping exercises. Please bring a hard hat, gloves, gear for water tower exercise and appropriate footwear.
Syllabus
Additional Information and Instructor Qualifications:
Textbook
- Pumping and Aerial Apparatus Driver/ Operator Handbook, 3rd Ed. Publisher: IFSTA ISBN# 978-0879395711
This Textbook is used for 3 classes: Fire Service Hydraulics, Fire Apparatus Operations and Aerial Apparatus Operations
Pre-Coursework
None
This program is part of the following Certification(s)
Pump Operator
Applicable CEU's (45 hours)
None
Course Equivalency Process
(To determine eligibility of courses not listed in your FCDICE Student Account that you want to use towards a certification)
Not required
Course Fee
(Prices vary by providers)
FSFC Schedule and Registration
Visit Marion Technical College (MTC) @ FSFC for Schedule and Registration
Call 352-369-2875 for questions
