Aircraft Rescue and Firefighting Apparatus Driver/Operator

Instructional Hours: 24.00
This course has a Canvas component which requires internet access.

Course Description: Major topics covered in the course are ARFF apparatus; fluid movement; fire pump operations; duties and responsibilities of the pump operator; response routes; vehicle safety; daily operator checks; airport signage; safe driving procedures; vehicle safety inspections; vehicle systems; and day and night-time operations. This course includes team-focused practical skills exercises.

This class will require additional student work outside of normal class hours to include, but not limited to; take-home assignments, PTIs, study guides, and assigned readings from the textbook. This may also include coursework that must be completed prior to the first class session.

Prerequisites

MFRI Airport Fire Fighter (FIRE 208), MFRI Aircraft Rescue Fire Fighter (FIRE 230) or MFSPQB, NBFSPQ, or IFSAC/DoD certification as an Aircraft Rescue Firefighter.