PROBATIONARY TRAINING OBJECTIVES
TRAINING OBJECTIVES
PHASE I

Prior to riding any emergency vehicle in a PHASE I capacity at Browndale F.C. the volunteer firefighter will meet the following training objectives.  As each objective is met, a line officer will sign his or her name in the appropriate area as evidence of the objective being satisfactory met.  It will be the volunteer firefighter’s responsibility to meet the objectives by enrolling in the appropriate training classes, participating in departmental drills, and being available for duty at the firehouse.

This training record pertains to the following firefighter:

Name: (print)________________________

I. B.F.C. 2 hour Orientation Class.  (attached evidence of course completion to training folder)

                     ________________                               ____________________
                       Date Completed                                        Officer’s Signature

II. Meet the Pennsylvania State Fire Academy Introduction to Safety  Training “IST”. (Attached evidence of course completion to training
          Folder)

                       ______________                                  ____________________
                       Date Completed                                        Officer’s Signature

III. Safety- Demonstrate the proper method for donning all protective clothing.  (NFPA 1001-3-7  BFC SOG 800-96-1; 800-96-2-02)

                             ________________                                __________________
                                Date Completed                                      Officer’s Signature 

IV. Standard Operating Guidelines (SOG’s)- Identify and explain duties and responsibilities of the firefighter riding in each position on Engine 43.  (BFC SOG 100-96-1)
                           ______________                                   _________________
                            Date Completed                                      Officer’s Signature

V. Accountability-  Explain the procedure for accountability when riding on apparatus and arriving in personal vehicle.  (BFC SOG 800-96-2)

                           ______________                                 ___________________
                            Date Completed                                      Officer’s Signature
 

VI. Hose- Identify the sizes, types, amounts, and use of all hose carried on Engine 43 (NFPA 1001-3-12.1)

                            ______________                                   __________________
                             Date Completed                                      Officer’s Signature

VII. Hose- Demonstrate connecting a fire hose to a hydrant and fully opening and closing the hydrant.  (NFPA 3-19.1)

                           ______________                                  ___________________
                            Date Completed                                     Officer’s Signature

VIII. Hose- Demonstrate the proper method for the following types of layouts: straight lay, reverse lay, and split lay. (NFPA 1001-3-19.2  BFC SOG 500-96-3)

                          _______________                                    __________________
                            Date Completed                                        Officer’s Signature 

IX. Hose- Demonstrate the use of nozzles, hose adapters, and hose appliances carried on the Engine 43  (NFPA 1001-3-12.2)

                          _______________                                 __________________
                            Date Completed                                     Officer’s Signature

X. Hose- Advance a preconnected handline as a member of a team (BFC SOG 500-96-1; 500-96-2)

                         ______________                                       __________________
                          Date Completed                                         Officer’s Signature

XI. Extinguisher- Given a group of differing extinguishers identifies the appropriate extinguisher for the various classes of fire.  (NFPA 1001-3-6.3)

                         ______________                                       __________________
                          Date Completed                                          Officer’s Signature

XII. Apparatus- Locate and explain the use of all equipment carried on Engine 43, Car 43 and Utility 43

                    _______________                                   __________________
                      Date Completed                                      Officer’s Signature
 

Training Officer’s verification:

On (date) _________________________ , I have reviewed the firefighter’s training folder.  All of the objectives for PHASE I have been met.  Effective immediately, the firefighter whose signature appears below is cleared to ride on fire apparatus designated as Engine 43 assigned to Browndale Fire Company in the layout position and Car 43. and Utility 43.

____________________
Training Officer BFC
 

_____________________
Firefighter BFC
 

TRAINING OBJECTIVES
PHASE II

Prior to riding apparatus designated as a PHASE II position at Browndale F.C. the volunteer firefighter will meet the following objectives.  As each objective is met, a line officer will sign his or her name in the appropriate area as evidence of the objective being satisfactorily met.  It will be the volunteer firefighter’s responsibility to meet the objectives by enrolling in the appropriate training classes, participating in the departmental drills, and being available on duty at the firehouse.

   This training record pertains to the following firefighter:

Name: (print) _______________________ 

I.  Ladders- Identifies each type of ladders and define there uses on Engine 43.  (NFPA 1001-3-11.1)

                       ______________          ___________________
                      Date Completed                                 Officer’s Signature

II.  Ladders- Identify the rules for safe handling of ladders.  (NFPA 1001-3-11)

                      _______________                            _________________
                        Date Completed                               Officer’s Signature

III.  Ladders- Demonstrate how to lift and carry ladders safely.  (NFPA 1001-3-11.2)

                             ______________                              __________________
                              Date Completed                                 Officer’s Signature

IV.  Ladders- Demonstrate how to place ladders for climbing.  (NFPA 1001.3—11.2)

                           ______________                          _________________
                            Date Completed                             Officer’s Signature

V.  Ladders- Operating as an individual and as a member of a team, raise each type and size of ground ladder using several different raises for each ladder.  (NFPA  1001-3-11.2)

                           _______________                            _________________
                             Date Completed                               Officer’s Signature

VI.  Ladders- Climb the full length of each type of ground ladders carrying tools or equipment while ascending and descending.  (NFPA 1001-3-11.4)

                          _______________                             __________________
                            Date Completed                                 Officer’s Signature

VII. Ropes- Demonstrate tying bowline, clove hitch, figure eight, becket bend, half hitch and overhand safety knot.  (NFPA 1001-3-10.1)

                          ______________                                   ________________
                           Date Completed                                     Officer’s Signature

VIII.  Ropes- Demonstrate hoisting any selected forcible entry tool, ground ladder, or appliance.  (NFPA 1001-3-10.2)

                           ______________                               _________________
                            Date Completed                                  Officer’s Signature

IX.  Ventilation- Define the principles of ventilation and identifies the advantages and effects of ventilation.  (NFPA 1001-3-9.1)

                             ______________                                _________________
                              Date Completed                                  Officer’s Signature 

X.  Ventilation- Demonstrate starting and operating each power saw and negative pressure fan carried on Engine 43.  (NFPA 1001-3-9.13)

                              ______________                           _________________
                               Date Completed                             Officer’s Signature

XI.  Ventilation- Demonstrate horizontal ventilation and the precautions to be considered when doing so.

                              _______________                        ___________________
                                Date Completed                            Officer’s Signature

    XII.    Ventilation- Demonstrate hydraulic ventilation and the purpose for it.

                              _______________                        ___________________
                                Date Completed                            Officer’s Signature

XIII.  Overhaul- Identify the purpose and tools needed for overhaul.  (NFPA 1001-3-16.1)

                              ______________                                  _________________
                               Date Completed                                    Officer’s Signature

XIV.  Salvage- Demonstrate spreading a salvage cover, making a catch all and folding salvage cover.  (NFPA 1001-3-3.13(a) (b); 3-5.3(a) (b))

                              ______________                                  _________________
                               Date Completed                                    Officer’s Signature

XV.  Salvage- Demonstrate the proper method for stopping the flow of water from a sprinkler head.  (NFPA 1001-3-3.13(a) (b); 3-5.3(a) (b))

                              ______________                                  _________________
                               Date Completed                                    Officer’s Signature

XVI.  Lighting/Electrical Appliances- Demonstrate the use of portable power units, lights, cords and connectors carried on Engine 43.  (NFPA 1001-3-3.6)

                               _______________                                 _________________
                                Date Completed                                     Officer’s Signature

XVII.  Equipment- Demonstrate a weekly inspection on portable equipment carried on Engine, Utility and Car 43.  (BFC SOG 400-96-1)

                               ______________                                   _________________
                                Date Completed                                     Officer’s Signature
 

Training Officer’s verification:

On (date)_____________________________, I have reviewed the firefighter’s training folder.  All of the objectives for PHASE II have been met.  Effective immediately, the firefighter whose signature appears below is cleared to ride on fire apparatus designated as ENGINE 43 in the Layout seat and assist the Outside Vent seat assigned to Browndale Fire Company. 

__________________                                                              ___________________
Training Officer BFC                                                                 Firefighter BFC
 

TRAINING OBJECTIVES
PHASE III

Prior to riding apparatus designated as a PHASE III position at the Browndale F.C. the volunteer firefighter will meet the following objectives.  As each objective is met, a line officer will sign his or her name in the appropriate area as evidence of the objective being satisfactorily met.  It will be the volunteer firefighter’s responsibility to meet the objectives by enrolling in the appropriate training classes, participating in the departmental drills, and being available on duty at the firehouse.

This training record pertains to the following firefighter:

Name: (print) ____________________ 

I. SCBA- Explain the limitations of all breathing apparatus.  (NFPA 1001-3-7.6; BFC SOG 800-96-2-02)

                             ______________                                   _________________
                              Date Completed                                     Officer’s Signature

II. SCBA- Describe and identify the safety features of the breathing apparatus.  (NFPA 1001-3-7.6)

                           ______________                                  ___________________
                            Date Completed                                     Officer’s Signature

III. SCBA- Properly don SCBA while wearing full protective clothing and demonstrate proper operation of the unit.  (NFPA 1001-3-7.9)

                          ______________                                  ____________________
                           Date Completed                                     Officer’s Signature

IV. SCBA- Demonstrate controlled body movement and breathing while following a hoseline, identifying objects and equipment encountered while wearing SCBA with vision obscured.  (NFPA 1001-3-7.11)

                         ______________                                   ___________________
                          Date Completed                                     Officer’s Signature

V. SCBA- Demonstrate techniques for action when trapped or disoriented in a fire situation or in a hostile environment.  (NFPA 1001-3-3.4, 3-7.11, 3-7.12, 3-7.13, 3-7.14)
                        ______________                                   _________________
                         Date Completed                                     Officer’s Signature
 

VI. Operations- Define the theory of a backdraft explosion.  (NFPA 1001-3-5.3f, 3-9.4, 3-9.5)
                           ______________                                  _________________
                            Date Completed                                     Officer’s Signature 

VII. Operations- Define the theory of a flashover.  (NFPA 1001-3-5.3d)

                         _______________                                 ________________
                          Date Completed                                     Officer’s Signature

VIII. Utilities- Identify procedures for shutting off electrical/gas service to a building.  (NFPA 1001-3-3.9; BFC 500-96-7)

                         ______________                                   __________________
                          Date Completed                                     Officer’s Signature

IX. Hose- Demonstrate, individually and as a member of a team, how to advance dry and charged lines from a pumper:  into a structure, up a ladder into an upper floor window, inside a stairway to a lower floor, and to an upper floor by hoisting.  (NFPA 1001-3.12.3)

                        _______________                                  ___________________
                          Date Completed                                     Officer’s Signature

X. Hose- Demonstrate stretching a leader line and hooking a high rise pack to it.  Then advance the high rise pack. (BFC SOG 500-96-2)

                         ______________                                  ___________________
                          Date Completed                                     Officer’s Signature

XI. Hose- Demonstrate carrying a standpipe pack into a building, connecting to the standpipe, and advancing the line from the standpipe.  (NFPA 1001-3-12.6)

                             ______________                                   ___________________
                              Date Completed                                     Officer’s Signature

XII. Forcible Entry- Identify and demonstrate the use of each type of manual forcible entry tools carried on Engine 43.  (NFPA 1001-3-8.6)

                            ______________                                  __________________
                             Date Completed                                     Officer’s Signature
 

XIII. Forcible Entry- Define the dangers associated with each tool.  (NFPA 1001-3-8.1)

                        ______________                                  __________________
                         Date Completed                                     Officer’s Signature

XIV. Forcible Entry- Identify the method of forcible entry threw a door, window, ceiling, roof, floor, or a vertical barrier.  (NFPA 1001-3-8.2)

                        ______________                                     __________________
                         Date Completed                                        Officer’s Signature

XV. Search & Rescue- Explain search and rescue as it relates to fire ground situations.  (NFPA 1001-3-18.1)

                      ______________                                      __________________
                       Date Completed                                        Officer’s Signature

XVI.  Search & Rescue- Differentiate between primary and secondary search.  (NFPA 1001-3-18.1)

                       _____________                                       __________________
                       Date Completed                                        Officer’s Signature

XVII. Search & Rescue- Identify the equipment to perform search and rescue.  (NFPA 1001-3-18.1)

                      ______________                                      ____________________
                       Date Completed                                        Officer’s Signature

XVIII. Search & Rescue- Identify the locations where victims may be found.  (NFPA 1001-3-18.1)
                      _______________                                  ___________________
                       Date Completed                                        Officer’s Signature

XIX. Search & Rescue- List means of preventing loss of direction or disorientation during search and rescue.  (NFPA 1001-3-18.1)

                    ______________                                      __________________
                     Date Completed                                        Officer’s Signature

XX. Search & Rescue- Demonstrate making a systematic search of a structure.  (NFPA 1001-18.1)

                    ______________                                     ___________________
                     Date Completed                                        Officer’s Signature

XXI. Search & Rescue- Demonstrate various drags and carries used in rescues.  (NFPA 1001-3-18.4)

                      _____________                                      ___________________
                      Date Completed                                        Officer’s Signature
 
 

Training Officer’s verification:

On (date) ___________________ , I have reviewed the firefighter’s training folder.  All of the objectives for PHASE III have been met.  Effective immediately, the firefighter whose signature appears below is cleared to ride on fire apparatuses designated as Engine 43 assigned to Browndale Fire Company in all riding positions except for driving the apparatus (s).

______________________
Training Officer BFC
 

______________________
Firefighter BFC
 

TRAINING OBJECTIVES
PHASE IV

 Prior to riding apparatus designated as a PHASE IV position at the Browndale Fire Company the volunteer firefighter will meet the following objectives.  As each objective is met, a line officer will sign his or her name in the appropriate area as evidence of the objective being satisfactorily met.  It will be the volunteer firefighter’s responsibility to meet the objectives by enrolling in the appropriate training classes, participating in the departmental drills, and being available on duty at the firehouse.

This training record pertains to the following firefighter:

Name: (print)  ____________________ 
 

I. Safety-  Define general safety procedures as the apply to emergency incidents in relation to vehicle rescue work (BFC SOG 700-96-1)

                         _____________                                     ______________________
                         Date Completed                                        Officer’s Signature 

II. S.O.G- Demonstrate and explain the primary responsibilities of riding positions at a vehicle accident are. (BFC SOG 700-96-1 and SOG 100-02-4)

                        ______________                                     ______________________
                         Date Completed                                        Officer’s Signature 

III. Specialized Equipment- Demonstrate the ability to set up and change components of the Hurst Rescue Tool.

                         _____________                                      _____________________
                         Date Completed                                        Officer’s Signature 

IV. Specialized Equipment- Demonstrate the ability to set up and change components of the Air Bag System.

                         _____________                                       ____________________
                         Date Completed                                        Officer’s Signature

V. Specialized Equipment- Demonstrate general knowledge (primary purpose and set-up) of the various tools and components of the Porter Power.

                           _____________                                        ___________________
                           Date Completed                                        Officer’s Signature

VI.  Specialized Equipment- Demonstrate general knowledge (primary purpose and set-up) of the various tools and components of the Air Chisel.

                           _____________                                        ___________________
                           Date Completed                                        Officer’s Signature

VII. Specialized Equipment- Demonstrate the ability to identify the various forms of vehicle stabilization equipment and provide a general understanding on their function.

                          ______________                                      ___________________
                           Date Completed                                        Officer’s Signature

VIII. Specialized Equipment- Demonstrate the knowledge of the equipment and the ability to perform various methods for glass removal.

                          ______________                                     _____________________
                           Date Completed                                        Officer’s Signature

IX. Specialized Equipment- Demonstrate the use of the Saws all and the ability to perform various applications of removing obstacles in and out of the vehicle.

                           _____________                                      _______________________
                           Date Completed                                        Officer’s Signature

X. Class- Attend a Vehicle Rescue Class. (minimal 16hrs)

                          ______________                                      _____________________
                           Date Completed                                        Officer’s Signature

Training Officer’s verification:

   On (date)                         , I have reviewed the firefighter’s training folder.  All of the objectives for PHASE IV have been met.  Effective immediately, the firefighter whose signature appears below is cleared to ride on fire apparatus designated as Engine 43 assigned to Browndale Fire Company in all riding positions that pertain to motor vehicle accidents.

_____________________                                     ________________________
Training Officer BFC                                            Firefighter BFC
 

TRAINING OBJECTIVES
PHASE V

Prior to riding apparatus designated as a PHASE V position at Browndale F.C. the volunteer firefighter will meet the following objectives.  As each objective is met, a line officer will sign his or her name in the appropriate area as evidence of the objective being satisfactorily met.  It will be the volunteer firefighter’s responsibility to meet the objectives by enrolling in the appropriate training classes, participating in the departmental drills, and being available on duty at the firehouse.

   This training record pertains to the following firefighter:

Name: (print) _______________________ 
 

I. Ladders- Identifies each type of ladder on Tower 43 and define there uses.  (NFPA 1001-3-11.1)

                       ______________          ___________________
                      Date Completed                                 Officer’s Signature

II. Ladders- Operating as an individual and as a member of a team, raise each type and size of ground ladder using several different raises for each ladder.  (NFPA  1001-3-11.2)

                           _______________                            _________________
                             Date Completed                               Officer’s Signature

III.  Ladders- Climb the full length of each type of ground ladders carrying tools or equipment while ascending and descending.  (NFPA 1001-3-11.4)

                          _______________                             __________________
                            Date Completed                                 Officer’s Signature

IV.  Ropes- Demonstrate tying bowline, clove hitch, figure eight, becket bend, half hitch and overhand safety knot.  (NFPA 1001-3-10.1)

                          ______________                                   ________________
                           Date Completed                                     Officer’s Signature

V.  Ropes- Demonstrate hoisting any selected forcible entry tool, ground ladder, or appliance.  (NFPA 1001-3-10.2)

                           ______________                               _________________
                            Date Completed                                  Officer’s Signature
VI.  Ventilation- Define the principles of ventilation and identifies the advantages and effects of ventilation.  (NFPA 1001-3-9.1)

                             ______________                                _________________
                              Date Completed                                  Officer’s Signature 

VII.  Ventilation- Identify the different types of roofs, demonstrates the techniques used to ventilate each roof, and identify the necessary precautions.  (NFPA 1001-3-9.7)

                              _______________                            _________________
                                Date Completed                               Officer’s Signature

VIII.  Ventilation- Identify the size and location of an opening for ventilation, and the precautions to be taken during ventilation.  (NFPA 1001-3-9.2, 3-9.8, 3-9.9)

                               _______________                             __________________
                                 Date Completed                                 Officer’s Signature

IX.  Ventilation- Demonstrate removal of skylights, scuttle covers, and other roof tops.
                             ______________                                 _________________
                              Date Completed                                   Officer’s Signature

X.  Ventilation- Demonstrate starting and operating each power saw, positive pressure, and negative pressure fans carried on Tower 43.  (NFPA 1001-3-9.13)
                              ______________                           _________________
                               Date Completed                             Officer’s Signature

XI.  Ventilation- Demonstrate horizontal ventilation and the precautions to be considered when doing so.

                              _______________                        ___________________
                                Date Completed                            Officer’s Signature

XII.  Overhaul- Identify the purpose and tools needed for overhaul.  (NFPA 1001-3-16.1)
                              ______________                                  _________________
                               Date Completed                                    Officer’s Signature

XIII.    Salvage- Demonstrate spreading a salvage cover, making a catch all and folding salvage cover.  (NFPA 1001-3-3.13(a) (b); 3-5.3(a) (b))

                              ______________                                  _________________
                               Date Completed                                    Officer’s Signature 
XIV.   Lighting/Electrical Appliances- Demonstrate the use of portable power units, lights, cords and connectors.  (NFPA 1001-3-3.6)

                               _______________                                 _________________
                                Date Completed                                     Officer’s Signature

XV. Utilities- Identify procedures for shutting off electrical/gas service to a building.  (NFPA 1001-3-3.9; BFC 500-96-7)

                         ______________                                   __________________
                          Date Completed                                     Officer’s Signature

XVI. Forcible Entry- Identify and demonstrate the use of each type of manual forcible entry tool carried on Tower 43.  (NFPA 1001-3-8.6)

                            ______________                                  __________________
                             Date Completed                                     Officer’s Signature

XVII. Search & Rescue- Explain the responsibilities of the Firefighter Assist and Search Team (FAST).  (BFC SOG 800-97-7)

                      _____________                                      ____________________
                      Date Completed                                        Officer’s Signature

XVIII. Search & Rescue-  Explain and show how to do a large area search with ropes.   (BFC  SOG )

                        ______________                                   _________________
                         Date Completed                                      Officer’s Signature

XIX. Standard Operating Guidelines (SOG’s)- Identify and explain duties and responsibilities of the firefighter riding in each position on Tower 43.  (BFC SOG 100-96-1)
                           ______________                                   _________________
                            Date Completed                                      Officer’s Signature

XX. Equipment- Demonstrate a weekly inspection on portable equipment on Tower 43.  (BFC SOG 400-96-1)

                               ______________                                   _________________
                                Date Completed                                     Officer’s Signature
 

Training Officer’s verification:

On (date)                         , I have reviewed the firefighter’s training folder.  All of the objectives for PHASE V have been met.  Effective immediately, the firefighter whose signature appears below is cleared to ride on fire apparatus designated as Tower 43 in all riding positions assigned to Browndale Fire Company. 

__________________                                                              ___________________
Training Officer BFC                                                                 Firefighter BFC
 

BROWNDALE FIRE COMPANY
TRAINING OBJECTIVES

Prior to driving any emergency vehicle as a driver operator, you must complete PHASE VI position at Browndale F.C., the volunteer firefighter will meet the following objectives.  As each objective is met, a line officer will sign his or her name in the appropriate area as evidence of the objective being satisfactorily met.  It will be the volunteer firefighter’s responsibility to meet the objectives by enrolling in the appropriate training classes, participating in the departmental drills, and being available on duty at the firehouse.

   This training record pertains to the following firefighter:

Name: (print) _______________________ 

I. Attend and Pass Emergency Vehicles Operations Course (EVOC).  Attach copy of certificate to file.

                 ______________          ___________________
                      Date Completed                                 Officer’s Signature

II.  Standard Operating Guidelines (SOG) Identify and explain duties and responsibilities of the driver on each vehicle that are owed by the Browndale Fire Company.

                           _______________                            _________________
                             Date Completed                               Officer’s Signature

III.  Driving Hours-  Each vehicle has a particular amount of hours per vehicle as follows:  (Driver Training Book)

                          _______________                             __________________
                            Date Completed                                 Officer’s Signature

IV.  Engine Operator-  Must attend Pump Operations I  (attach completed certificate to file)
                          ______________                                   ________________
                           Date Completed                                     Officer’s Signature

V.  Aerial Operator-  Must attend Ariel Operations  (attach completed certificate to file)
                           ______________                               _________________
                            Date Completed                                  Officer’s Signature
 

Training Officer’s verification:

On (date)____________________________________________________________________, I have reviewed the firefighter’s training folder.  All of the objectives for PHASE VI have been met.  Effective immediately, the firefighter whose signature appears below is cleared to drive and operate all fire apparatus owned by the Browndale Fire Company. 

__________________                                                              ___________________
Training Officer BFC                                                                 Driver/Operator BFC