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Appendix GFirefighterTraining Guide
IntroductionThis training guide will function as a “roadmap” for your training at Bigfork Fire Department (BFD).It provides a list of basic skills and knowledge that you should be proficient at, and gives you aconvenient way to track and file your progress as well as certifications and training hours.Rookie TrainingThe following skills and training should be learned and mastered once. Any Officer or careerfirefighter may approve each line item, and your Captain or Officer must sign each section whencompleted. You should be able to complete all these items within your first 6 months atBFD. After you complete these skills, you move on to the regular set of skills that all firefighterscomplete on a regular basis.SkillPersonnel Interviews (in the interviews, discuss mutual backgrounds,duties/responsibilities, & expectations)Interview with ChiefInterview with Assistant Chief/Fire MarshalInterview with assigned CaptainInterview with other CaptainInterview with other CaptainAssigned Officer approval for this sectionPPE & SCBADisassemble & launder structure PPEStore structure PPE properly for donningClean and return structure PPE to serviceDemonstrate SCBA self test and battery test procedureFill air bottle using cascade systemChange air bottle with a partner still wearing the packAssigned Officer approval for this sectionOperationsDescribe operation of paging systemDescribe accountability systemDescribe how to safely don PPE and ride in apparatusDescribe response protocols (to station & direct to scene)Initialize gas detectors on 331 & 341. Demonstrate proper useChange an air bottle on another person while SCBA harness stays onView emergency driving videosComplete check off in 361 with assigned CaptainFill a truck with water using station water supplyAssigned Officer approval for this sectionApprovalDate
Apparatus331: Pass a quiz on equipment locations341: Pass a quiz on equipment locationsDemonstrate use of all hand & power tools on 331Demonstrate use of all hand & power tools on 341Demonstrate use of lighting & ventilation equipment on 331Demonstrate use of lighting & ventilation equipment on 341Demonstrate use of generator on 341Assigned Officer approval for this sectionAdministrative & MaintenanceDescribe where to find SOP's & policiesDescribe weekly/monthly station duties & checklistsShow how to place an item out of serviceComplete a training reportCall for times to assist with completing a fire reportRefill a water extinguisherExplain these fuel types & where they are used: gasoline, diesel, gas/oil mixAssigned Officer approval for this sectionCommunicationsStation radio: set/scan channels, communicateUse battery chargers for all radios, gas monitors, sawzallsTelephone use: answer phone, transfer call to cell phoneDescribe use of pagerDescribe BFD call signs: each apparatus, county wide numbering & officerIDsMotorola: Set scan channels, enable scan mode and single channel modeKing: Set scan channels, enable scan mode and single channel modeAssigned Officer approval for this sectionDistrict FamiliarizationName all roads on the "major road quiz"Pass neighborhoods quizDescribe locations of fire district boundaries on all roadsName all adjoining fire dept districtsLocate address and nearest hydrant in map book using street name indexLocate address outside BFD using map bookAssigned Officer approval for this section
Firefighter SkillsThese tasks are to be performed on a regular basis to build and retain proficiency. Each time atask is performed; it must be witnessed and initialed by any non probationary firefighter. If youare performing the task for the first time, it must be witnessed by a career firefighter or an Officer.Rookies should complete all tasks in the “Rookie Training” task list during their first two quarters,and then begin completing these skills starting with their third quarter.TaskFirefighter SkillsDon structure PPE & SCBA in 2 minutesDon SCBA while seated & belted in engineCheck all SCBA on engines for operational readinessAttach your SCBA rescue hose to another SCBA for buddybreathingFill air bottles using cascade systemDon ice rescue gear if certifiedAdministrativeComplete incident report with Duty Officer on sceneGive a 15 minute safety briefing (i.e. based on an article from anyfire/rescue magazine) before business meetingApparatusPerform weekly checks on apparatusPerform weekly hall duty checklistPass a quiz on equipment locationsCommunicationsMotorola-Set scan channels, enable scan mode and singlechannel modeKing-Set scan channels, enable scan mode and single channelmodeFirefighter Basic SkillsPull and repack a crosslayDeploy alley lay using 2.5" line and repack hoseWith eyes closed, feel a coupling and determine direction toengineTie knots: bowline, figure 8, figure 8 follow through clove hitch,half hitch, sheet bend, water knotConnect supply line on engine to hydrantPull ladder from an engine, and ladder buildingDeploy a porta tankMedical SkillsCheck AEDDemonstrate AED use if certifiedCheck O2 bottle levelDemonstrate opening O2 bottleQ1Q2Q3Q4
Fire DistrictLocate address and nearest hydrant in map book using streetnameLocate address outside of BFD using map bookPass neighborhood quizPass major road quizEngineering Skills (complete these if you are or in training to bean engineer)Complete cone courseDeploy and aim deluge gunPump water in a quick attack scenario (could be in combo withpulling lines)Officer SkillsOpen Knox boxConduct building inspectionPerform a hydrant testsPerform a hose test (4 at a time)CertificationsThis is a list of required and recommended courses and certifications for all firefighters.Remember, it is your responsibility to stay current. A copy of each certification and/or renewalshould go to the Training Officer.Course/CertificationRequired CertificationsCPR/AEDFirefighter 1HazMat OperationsNIMS ICS-100 (online)NIMS ICS-200 (online)NIMS ICS-700 (online)WMDS-190S-130Recommended CertificationsFirst Responder/AmbulanceHazMat OperationsFirefighter 2S-290S-215Driver/OperatorIce RescueCompletedExpires
Training HoursYou may keep track of your BFD training hours here. Remember, you need at least 45 hours peryear to be in good standing; that is 11.25 hours per quarter.DateTraining TopicHours
Extra ParticipationOur combination fire department requires member participation above and beyond doing regulartraining. Many events such as fund raisers, open house, working committees, and otherprojects/events that we do for the public require members to actively participate in order to besuccessful. Record your participation here; make sure an Officer is aware of your extra efforts atyour performance review.DateDescriptionHoursDateDescriptionHours
Firefighter Skills These tasks are to be performed on a regular basis to build and retain proficiency. Each time a task is performed; it must be witnessed and initialed by any non probationary firefighter. If you are performing the task for the first time, it must be witnessed by a career firefighter or an Officer.
