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Report of the Committee on Report of the Committee on

Professional Qualifications

Technical Correlating Committee

Douglas P. Forsman, Chair Oklahoma State University, OK [M]

Fred G. Allinson, Nat'l Volunteer Fire Council, WA [L] Rep. Nat'l Volunteer Fire Council

Stephen P. Austin, State Farm Fire & Casualty Go., DE [I]

[~ . TC on Investigator Pro Qual to Pro Qual Sys Mgrnt)

Dan W. Bailey, USDA Forest Service, MT [E] R ~ . TC on Wildfire Suppression Pro Qual[M]

to Pro Qual Sys Mgmt) Boyd F. Cole, SunnyCor Inc., IL

(VL to Pro Qual Sys Mgmt) David T. Endicott, Prince William County Fire & Rescue Service,

VA [U] ~X~" TC on Fire Fighter Pro Qual

to Pro Qual Sys Mgmt) Jon c. Jones, Jon Jones & Assoc., MA [SE]

Rep TC Industrial Fire Brigades (VL to Pro Qual sys Mgmt)

Charles E. Kirtley, Colorado Springs Fire Dept., CO [U] (VL to Pro Qual sys Mgmt)

Jack IL McElfish, Richmond Dept. of Fire and Emergency Services, VA [E]

Rep. Int'l Assn., of Fire Chiefs Michael J. McGovern, Pierce County Washington Fire District 2,

WA [L] R.ep. int'l Assn., of Fire Fighters

William E. Peterson, PlanoFire Dept., TX [M] Pep. TC on Inspector Pro Qual (VL to Pro Qual Sys Mgmt)

Hugh A. Pike, U.S. Air Force Fire Protection, FL [E] Pep. TC on Rescue Teclmicians Pro Qual (VL to Pro Qual Sys Mgmt)

Bruce R. Piringer, Fire & Rescue Training Inst., MO [SE] (VL to Pro Qual Sys Mgmt)

Ted Vratny, Ted Vratny - Public Safety Communications Consulting, CO [U]

Rep. TC on Telecommunicator Pro Qual (VL to Pro Qual Sys Mgmt)

Alan G. Walker, Louisiana State University, LA [E] Rep. TC on Officer Pro Qual (VL to Pro Qua[ Sys Mgmt)

Johnny G. Wilson, Georgia Firefighter Standards & Training Council, GA [El

Rep. Nat'l Board on Fire Service Professional Qualification John P. Wolf, University of Kansas, KS [SE]

Pep. TC on Accreditation and Certification (VL to Pro Qual Sys Mgmt)

Alternates

John W. Condon, Nat'l Volunteer Fire Council, OR [L] (Alt. to F. G. Allison)

Michael W. Robinson, Baltimore County Fire Dept., MD (Ah. to J. G. Wilson)

Committee... Scope This Committee shall have primary responslbthty for the management of the NFPA Professional Qualifications Project and documents related to professional qualifications for fire service, public safety and related personnel.

Fire Fighter Professional Qualifications

David T. Endicott, Chair Prince William County Fire & Rescue Service, VA [U]

Steve Willis, Secretary MFTE/SMTC, ME [SE]

Rep. The Alliance for Fire and Emergency Mgmt.

William Anderson, Carlsbad Fire Dept, CA [L] Freda A. Bailey-Murray, Rockford Fire Dept., IL [L]

Pep. Women in the Fire Service Thomas Cagle, Salem Fire Dept., NH [L] Salvator Camasi, Lil Lectric Inc, WA [E]

Rep. IAFC - Volunteer Chief Officers Section RohertJ. Cantwell, Phoenix Fire Dept., AZ [U] Jack Casner, The Great American Insurance Co., CT [I] Richard A. Fritz, University of Illinois Fire Service Inst., IL [SE] F. Patrick Marlatt, University of Maryland, MD [SE] David E. Mohr, New Durham, NH [SE] Henry Morse, Fire Service Testing Co., Inc., NC [RT] Hugh A. Pike, U.S. Air Force Fire Protection, FL [E] Mickey Pophin, Texas Commission on Fire Protection, TX [E] Thomas P. Ruane, Peoria Fire Dept., AZ [U] Michael A. Wieder, Oklahoma State University, OK [M]

Rep. Oklahoma State University Fire Programs Michael L. Young, VFIS, PA [1]

Alternates

Scott L. Davidson, Volunteer Firemen's Insurance Services, Inc, PA [I]

(Alt. to M. L. Young) Collin DeWitt, Phoenix Fire Dept., AZ [U]

(Alt. to P.. J. Cantwell) Terese M. Floren, Women in the Fire Service, WI ILl

(Alt. to F. A. Bailey-Murray) Robert H. NoB, Yukon Fire Dept., OK [M]

(Alt. to M. A. Wieder) TedJ. Pagels, City of De Perem Wisconsin, WI [E]

(Alt. to S. Willis)

Committee Scope: This Committee shall have primary responsibility for documents on professional competence required of fire fighters.

Report o f the Committee on

Fire Inspector Professional Qualifications

William E. Peterson, Chair Piano Fire Dept., TX [M]

Rep. lnt'l Fire Service Training Assn.

Richard W. Carlson, Okolona Fire Dept., KY [U] William A. Cross, Yale University, CT [U] Luke Hilton, Wausau HPR Engr, FL [I] Kurt Hinkle, Laveen Fire Dept., AZ [L] on C. Jones, JonJones & Assoc., MA [SE] arbara Koffron, Phoenix Fire Dept., AZ [U]

David Linebaugh, Colorado Springs Fire Dept., CO [L] Maurice M. Pilette, Mechanical Designs Ltd, MA [SE] Edward P. Plaugher, Arlington County Fire Dept., VA[E] Mark Riffey, Nat'l Fire Sprinkler Assn., IN [M]

Rep. Nat'l Fire Sprinkler Assn. Susan Salzman, Neighborhood Services Dept., iL [L]

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Alternate

Joseph T. Cavallari, Yale University, CT [U] (Alt. to W. A. Cross)

Committee Scope: This Committee shall have primary responsibility for documents on professional competence required of fire inspectors.

Report of the Committee on

Fire Investigator Professional Qualifications

Stephen P. Austin, Chair State Farm Fire & Casualty Co., DE [I]

Rep. Int'l Assn., of Arson Investigators Inc

Bill L. Buckley, S E A, Inc., FL [SE] Richard E. Chase, U.S. Dept. of die Treasury, DC [U] Roger A. Furrow, Grinnell Mutual Reinsurance, IA [I] Mary M. Galvin, State of Connecticut, CT [C] John F. Goetz, Royal Insurance Co., PA [I] Richard H. Hall, Fire Protection Publications, OK [M]

Re~. Int'l Fire Service Training Assn. David B. Hooton, Spectrum Solutions, TN [SE] David W. Kircher, Pasaic County Prosecutor's Office, NJ [U] Thomas E. Minnich, U.S. Fire Administration, MD [SE] Barry W. Slotter, Robins, Kaplan, Miller & Ciresi, GA [L] Dennis W. Smith, Atlantic City Fire Dept., NJ [U]

Rep. TC Fire Investigations

Alternates

Andrew M. Giglio, U.S. Fire Administration, MD [SE] (/kit. to T. E. Minnich)

Gerald Haynes, U.S. Dept. of the Treasury, DC [U] (Alt. to R. E. Chase)

Hunter B. Lacy, Royal Insurance, NC [I] (Alt. to J. F. Goetz)

Hal C. Lyson, Robins, Kaplan, Miller & Ciresi, MN [L] (AlL to B. W. Slotter)

Jack A. Ward, Universal Fire Specialists, Inc., FL [SE] (Alt. to S. P. Austin)

Committee Scope: Tiffs Committee shall have primary responsibility for documents on professional competence required of fire investigators.

Sof t Liaison: Jerry W. Laughlin

These lists represent the membership at the time each Committee was balloted on the text of this edition. Since that time, changes in the membership may have occurred. A key to classifications is found at the back of this document.

The Report of die Committee on Professional Qualifications is presented for adoption in 3 parts.

Part I of this Report was prepared by die Technical Committee on Fire Fighter Professional Qualifications and proposes for adoption a complete revision to NFPA 1002-1993, Standard for Fire Department Vehicle Driver/Operator Professional Qualifications. NFPA 1002-1993 is published in Volume 7 of the 1997 National Fire Codes and in separate pamphlet form.

The document when adopted will be redesignated as NFPA 1002. Standard on Fire Apparatus Driver/Operator Professional Qualifications.

Part I of this Report bas been submitted to letter ballot of the Technical Committee on Fire Fighter Professional Qualifications, which consists of 17 voting members; of whom 13 voted affirmatively, 1 abstained (Mr. Morse), and 3 ballots were not returned (Messrs. Anderson, Casner, and Fritz).

Mr. Morse abstained stating: "New appointee - still have many questions. I expect to be much

better informed shortly."

Part I of this Report has also been submitted to letter ballot of the Technical Correlating Committee on Professional Qualifications, wlfich consists of 5 voting members: of whom all 5 voted affirmatively.

Part II of dfis Report was prepared by the Technical Committee on Fire Inspector ProfessionalQualif ications and proposes for adoption a complete revision to NFPA 1031-1993, Standard for Professional Qualifications for Fire Inspector. NFPA 1031-1993 is published in Volume 7 of the 1997 National Fire Codes and in separate pamphlet form.

Part II of dlis Report has been submitted to letter ballot of the Technical Committee on Fire Inspector Professional Qualifications, which consists of 12 voting members; of whom 9 voted affirmatively and 3 ballots were not returned (Messrs. Hinlde, Linebaugb, and Ms. Salzman.)

Part II of dtis Report has also been submitted to letter ballot of the Technical Correlating Committee on Professional Qualifications, which consists of 5 voting members; of whom all 5 voted affirmatively.

Part III of this Report was prepared by the Technical Committee on Fire Investigator Professional Qualifications and proposes for adoption, amendments to NFPA 1033-1995, Standard for Professional Qualifications for Fire Investigator. NFPA 1033-1993 is published in Volume 7 of the 1997 National Fire Codes and in separate pamphlet form.

Part II! of fills Report has been submitted to letter ballot of the Technical Committee on Fire Investigator Professional Qualifications, which consists of 12 voting members; of whom 11 voted affirmatively and 1 abstained (Mr. Hall.)

Mr. Hall abstained stating: ~I was not a part of die committee during these discussions and

would not feel right voting on them."

Part III of this Report has also been submitted to letter ballot of tile Technical Correlating Committee on Fire Fighter Professional Qualifications, which consists of 5 voting members; of whom all 5 voted affirmatively.

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(Log #CP2) 1002- 1 - (Title): Accept SUBMITTER: Technical Commit tee on Fire Fighter Professional QRI~ alifications

COMMENDATION: Rename the documen t f rom "Standard on Fire Depar tment Vehicle Dr iver /Opera tor Professional Qualifications" to "Standard on Fire Apparatus Dr iver /Opera tor Professional Qualifications." SUBSTANTIATION: This title more clearly focuses on fire apparatus, ra ther than on all fire depar tment vehicles, and better reflects the wording change in the documen t scope and purpose statements. COMMITTEE ACTION: Accept.

(Log #CP1) 1002- 2 - (1-1 and 1-~:): Accept SUBMITTER: Technical Commit tee on Fire Fighter Professional Qualifications

]RECOMMENDATION: Change"dr ive r /opera to r s of f i re I depar tment vehicles" to "fire fighters who drive and operate fire I apparatus" so that the paragraph reads: I 1-1 Scope. This s tandard identifies the min imum j o b I performance requirements for fire fighters who drive and operate I fire apparatus. I Add the word "emergency" in f ront of "vehicle driver" and add

"mobile water supply apparatus operator" to the end of the list of operators, so that the paragraph reads:

1-2" Purpose. The purpose of this s tandard is to specify the min imum j o b performance requirements for service as a fire depa r tmen t emergency vehicle driver, pump operator, aerial operator, filler operator, wildland apparatus operator, aircraft rescue and fire f ighting apparatus operator, and mobile water supply apparatus operator. SUBSTANTIATION: The scope and purpose statements in this chapter were revised to specify requirements for fire fighters who drive fire apparatus under emergency conditions a n d / o r fire fighters who operate fire apparatus at emergency incidents. The revised wording does not include individuals who may occasionally drive fire depar tment vehicles other than those listed in the s ta tement of 1-2 Purpose, nor those who occasionally drive fire apparatus only under nonemergency conditions, such as to and from a main tenance facility. Requirements for driving nonemergency fire depa r tmen t vehicles are covered sufficiently with depar tment policies or state driving regulations. COMMITTEE ACTION: Accept.

(Log 01) 1002- 3 - (Chapter 8 (New)): Accept in Principle in Part SUBMITTER: Michael A. Wieder, Fire Protect ion Publications RECOMMENDATION: Add the following proposed Chapter 8 and renumber the e:dsting Chapter 8 to Chapter 9 when the standard is revised.

Calapter 8 Mobile Water Supply Apparatus 8-1 General. 8-1.1" The requi rements of Fire Fighter 1 as specified in NFPA

1001, Standard for Fire Fighter Professional Qualifications, and the j o b per formance requirements def ined in Sections 8-1 through 8-2 sha l lbe met prior to certification as a fire depar tment dr iver /opera tor -mobi le water supply apparatus.

A-8-1.1 See A-3-3.1. 8-1.2 Perform routine tests, inspections, and servicing functions

listed below, in addit ion to those specified in 2-2.1, given a fire depa r tmen t mobile water supply apparatus, so that the operational readiness of the mobile water supply apparatus is verified.

(a) Water tank and other extinguishing agent levels (if applicable)

(b) Pumping system (if applicable) (c) Rapid dump system (if applicable) (d) Foam system (if applicable) 8-1.3 Perform th : practical driving exercises specified in 2-3.3

through 2-3.6, given a fire depa r tmen t mobile water supply apparatus and a spotter for backing, so that each exercise is per formed safely without striking the vehicle or obstructions.

A-8-1.3 See A-2-3.3 th rough A-2-3.6. 8-1.4 Operate a fire depa r tmen t mobile water supply apparatus

over a p rede te rmined route on a public way, using the maneuvers specified in 2-3.1, so tllat the vehicle is safely operated in

compliance with all applicable state and local laws, depa r tmen t rules and regulations, and the requirements of NFPA 1500, Standard on Fire Depar tment Occupational Safety and Health Program, Section 4-2.

A-8-1.4 See A-2-3.1. 8-2 Operations. 8-2.1" Maneuver and position a mobile water supply apparatus at

a water shuttle fill site, given a fill site location and one or more supply hoses, so that the apparatus is properly positioned, supply hoses may be at tached to the intake connect ions without having to stretch additional hose, and no objects are struck at the fill site.

8-2.1.1 Prerequisite Knowledge: Local procedures for establishing a water shuttle fill site; me t hod for marking the stooping posit ion of the apparatus; location of the water tank intakes on the apparatus.

A-8-2.1 The intent of this requi rement is for tile dr iver /opera tor to be able to quickly and efficiently posit ion the vehicle at a water shuttle fill site that has been established prior to the vehicle's arrival. Most commonly a fire depa r tmen t pumper will connect to a water supply source and lay hose(s) out that can be quickly at tached to the mobile water supply apparatus once it arrives at tile fill site. If the jurisdict ion operates their fill site operations in a different manne r than the one described, this requi rement may need to be adjusted accordingly.

8-2.2* Maneuver and position a mobile water supply apparatus at a water shuttle dump site, given a dump site and a portable water tank, so that all of the water be ingd i scharged fi-om the apparatus enters the portable tank and no objects are struck at the dump site.

A-8-2.2 The intent o f this requi rement is for the dr iver /opera tor to be able to quickly and efficiently position the vehicle at a water shuttle dump site that has been established pr ior to the vehicle's arrival. The dump site will typically consist of one or more portable tanks that have been deployed on the ground. A fire depar tment pumper drafts water from the portable tanks for use on the incident. The mobile water supply apparatus' funct ion is to quickly dump their load into the portable tank and return to the fill site for another load.

8-2.3* Discharge water f rom the mobile water supply apparatus into a portable water tank, given portable water tank that has been previous deployed, so that the apparatus water tank is empt ied in the fasted t ime possible and all o f the water is discharged into the portable tank.

8-2.3.1 Prerequisite Knowledge: Location of the water dump outlets on the apparatus; local procedures for operat ing a water shuttle dump site.

8-2.3.2 Prerequisite Skills: Operat ion of the fire pump or rapid water dump system.

A-8-2.3 Depending on the design of the mobile water supply apparatus, one of three methods may be used to discharge water into the portable water tank. These include pumping the water off, using a gravity dump, or using ajet-assisted gravity dump. Depending on the design of the apparatus, water may be discharged from the front, rear, or ei ther side of the vehicle.

8-2.4 Establish a water shuttle dump site, given two or more portable water tanks, low level strainers, water transfer equipment , fire hose, and a fire apparatus equipped with a fire pump, so that the tank being d r a f t e d f f o m may be kept full at all times, the tank being d u m p e d into is empt ied first, and water is t ransferred efficiently from one tank to the next.

8-2.4.1 Prerequisite Knowledge: Local procedures for establishing a water shutfle dump site; principles of water transfer between multiple portable water tanks;

8-2.4.2 Prerequisite Skills: Deployment of portable water tanks; connect ion a n d operat ion of water transfer equipment; connect ion of a strainer and suction hose to the fire pump.

A-8-2.4 A proper dump site involves the use of two or more portable tanks that are connec ted by a series of water transfer equipment . The water transfer equ ipment may be supplied by hoselines from the pumper that is supplying the fire scene or a second pumper placed at the draft ing tank for the soul purpose of transferring water between the tanks. The goal is to keep the tank being drafted from full at all times and die tank being d u m p e d into the first to empty. This will ensure that mobile water supply apparatus that arrive at the dump site can unload their water and return for more in the shortest time possible. SUBSTANTIATION: The current s tandard does not address mobile water supply apparatus drivers. The Fire Fighter Professional Qualifications Committee asked me to prepare and submit this. COMMITTEE ACTION: Accept in Principle in Part.

NFPA 1002 - - A 9 8 ROP

COMMITTEE STATEMENT: The committee agreed with the proposal to add a chapter covering mobile water supply apparatus generally as recommended here, but the committee also added prerequisite knowledge and prerequisite skills lists to the task statements as needed in this material to make the task statements more complete as job performance requirements. Refer to Chapter 8 of the revised draft where the mobile water supply apparatus material has been added.

NFPA 1002

Standard for

Fh'e Apparatus Driver /Operator

Professional Qualifications

(Log #CP3) 1002- 4- (Entire document) : Accept SUBMITTER: Technical Committee on Fire Fighter Professional Qualifications RECOMMENDATION: Adopt a complete revision of NFPA 1002, as shown at the end of dais report. SUBSTANTIATION: The Teclmical Committee on Fire Fighter Professional Qualifications has reviewed the job performance requirements in NFPA 1002 for appropriateness and added a new chapter with job performance requirements for mobile water supply apparatus in response to the Weider public proposal. Job performance requirements were updated in each chapter, primarily to include prerequisite knowledge and prerequisite skills lists for every task statement where they were not included in the Pcrevious edition.

OMMITTEE ACTION: Accept.

1998 Edition

NOTICE: An asterisk (*) following the number or letter designating a paragraph indicates explanatory material on that paragraph in Appendix A.

Information on referenced publications can be found in Chapter 9 and Appendix B.

Chapter 1 Administration

1-1 Scope. This standard identifies the minimum job performance requirements for fire fighters who drive and operate fire apparatus.

1-2" Purpose. The purpose of this standard is to specify the minimum job performance requirements for service as a fire department emergency vehicle driver, pump operator, aerial operator, tiller operator, wildland apparatus operator, aircraft rescue and f ire-f ig~dng apparatus operator, and mobile water

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depar t r f i~X, ehicle driver/operators shall be e all v e l ~ e s they are expected to operate.

e department driver/operator shall be subject to al evaluation, as required by NFPA 1500, Standard ~ t Occupational Safety and Health Program, Section 8- ~irements, to determine that the driver/operator is perform the duties of a fire department vehicle

:'1-$.3",':~ ~M! driver operators who drive fire apparatus shall meet the :.objectives specified in Chapter 2.

f~:3.4 The fire apparatus driver who is required to operate an apparatus equipped with an attack or fire pump shal /meet the requirements of Chapter 3.

1-$..5 The fire apparatus driver who is required to operate an apparatus equipped with an aerial device shall meet the requirements of Chapter 4.

1-$.6 The fire apparatus driver who is required to function in the tiller position sha l /meet the requirements of Chapter 5.

1-3.7 The fire apparatus driver who is required to operate wildland fire apparatus shall meet the requirements of Chapter 6.

1-$.8 The fire apparatus driver who is required to operate aircraft rescue and fire- fighting apparatus shall meet the requirements of Chapter 7.

1-$.9 The mobile water supply apparatus driver shall meet the requirements of Chapter 8.

1-$.10" Job performance requirements defined by this standard shall be evaluated by individuals approved by the authority having jurisdiction.

1-3.11 The job performance requirements need not be mastered in the order in which they appear. The local, state/provincial, or federal training programs shall establish the instructional priority and the training program content to prepare individuals to meet the job performance requirements of this standard.

1-$.19 The job performance requirements of Chapters 2 through 8 shall be performed utilizing vehicles of similar weight, wheelbase, and function as that expected to be operated in the performance of the driver/operator 's normal duties.

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1-3.13" Fire apparatus drivers who are expected to operate vehicles off-road, in addition to the applicable requirements of Chapters 2 dirough 5, shall meet the requirements of 6-1.5.

1-4" Definitions. For the purpose of this standard, die terms shall have the following meanings.

Aerial Apparatus. A piece of fire apparatus with a permanently mounted, power-operated elevating device, including aerial ladders, aerial laddefplatforms, telescoping aerial platforms, articulating aerial pl:tfforms, and elevating water delivery systems.

Aerial Device. An aerial ladder, elevating platform, aerial ladder platform, or water tower that is designed to position personnel, handle rraterials, provide egress, and discharge water.

Aerial Operator. The fire apparatus driver wbo has met die requirements of Chapter 4 for die operation of apparatus equipped with aerial devices.

Aircraft Rescue add Fire-Fightiag Vehicle (ARFF). A vehicle intended to carry rescue and fire-fighting equipment for rescuing occupants and combating fires in aircraft at, or in the vicinity of, an airport.

Angle of Approach. The smallest angle made between die road surface and a line drawn from the front point of ground contact of die front fire to any projection of the apparatus in front of the front axle.

Angle of Departure. The smallest angle made between the road surface and die line drawn from the rear point of ground contact of the rear tire to any projection of the apparatus behind die rear axle.

Approved.* Acceptable to die authority having jurisdiction.

Attack Pump. A centrifugal water pump permanendy mounted on die apparatus with a rated capacity of 250 gpm (950 L/min) or more, but less dian 750 gpm (2850 L/miD), at 150 psig (1035 kPa) net pump pressure, and used for fire fighting.

Authority Having Jurisdiction.* The organization, office, or individual responsible for approving equipment, an installation, or a procedure.

Fire Apparatus. A fire department emergency vehicle used for rescue, fire suppression, or other specializedfunctions.

Fire Apparatus Driver. The fire fighter who has met .t~t.~:~.~., requtremeots defined m Chapter 2. <~.-'.:" ~.~

Fire Deoartment. An organization oroviding r e s ~ . r . e ~..:.~ suppressio~a, and related activities. The ' te rm "fire d e ' p ~ : : " "~ shall include any public, governmental, private, i~.O.ustriaJ?~..,, military organizatiort engaging in this type of ~ % . , : . ~!~{~.,

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permanently mounted fire pump dial h ~ " ~ i ~ d dischaF.'~ ~: capacity of 750 gpm (2850 L /mm) or great&-i~....d..efined i~NFPA 1901, Standard for Automotive Fire Apparatus. ~ii!~: ~#:~" -- %.:-..-~....:..~..~-

Fire Department Vehicle. Any vehicle, i n c l u d i ~ ' e apparatus, operated by a fire department. ...~:-:

Fire Pump. An) pump with a rated discharge capacity of 750 gpm (2850 L/miD) ar greater mounted permanently on a piece of fire apparatus.

Foam System. A system provided on fire apparatus for the delivery of a proportioned foam and water mixture for use in fire extinguishment. The system includes a concentrate tank, a method for removing the concentrate from file tank, a foam-liquid proportioning system, and a mediod (i.e., hand lines or fixed turret nozzles) of delivering dae proportioned foam to the fire•

Job Performance Requirement. A statement that describes a eCificjob task, lists the items necessary to complete die task, and fines measurable or observable outcomes and evaluation areas

for the specific task.

Mobile Water Supply Apparatus. A piece of fire apparatus thats primary purpose is to transport water in a tank with 1O00 gal (3785 L) or greater capacity, as specified in NFPA 1901, Standard for Automotive Fire Apparatus.

Off-Road Use. Use of fire department vehicles in areas where there is a need to traverse steep terrain or to cross natural hazards on or protruding from the ground.

Pump Operator. The fire apparatus driver/operator who has met file requirements of Chapter 3 for the operation of apparatus equipped with an attack or fire pump•

Pumping System. A pump, the piping, and associated devices mounted permanendy on a piece of fire apparatus for the purpose of delivering a fire stream.

Requisite Knowledge. Fundamental knowledge one must have in order to perform a specific task.

Requisite Skills. The essential skills one must have in order to perform a specific task.

Shall. Indicates a mandatory requirement•

Task. A spedf ic job behavior or activity.

Tiller Aerial Apparatus. A tractor-trailer aerial apparatus with a steering wheel connected to the rear axle for maneuvering the rear portion of the apparatus.

Tiller Operator. The fire apparatus driver/operator who has met the requirements of Chapter 5.

Wildland Fire. Ap?p!aratus. Apparatus intended primarily for response to wddland/vegetaave fires. These vehicles are expected to operate on a wide variety of surfaces, including off road. They are equipped with .fi..xed or portable pumps used to supply attack lines;however, d~'~....umps are generally of a capacity that does not put die vel~.~ei/]~:~le classification of attack or fire pump.

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Prior to Q.~rating fire department vehicles, the fire er /opera~)r shall meet the job performance tefined in Sections 2-2 through 2-3.

~..~..~,.* Pe .r~..6i~m routine tests, inspections, and servicing functions ~ . ~.~4]fied systems and components listed in 2-2.1 (a) #o / l ' ~ ! -~ l ) , given a fire department velticle and its manufacturer's :~pecif~tions, so that the operational status of the vehicle is v #ed ~':'~ ) Battery(ies)

(b) Braking system

(c) Coolant system

(d) Electrical system

(e) Fuel

(f) Hydraulic fluids

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(i) Tires

(j) Steering system

(k) Belts

(l) Tools, appliances, and equipment.

(a) Requisite Knowledge.. Manufacturer specifications and requirements, policies and procedures of the jurisdiction.

(b) Requisite Skills: The ability to use hand tools, recognize system., problems, and correct any deficiency noted according to pohoes and procedures.

2-2.2 Document the routine tests, inspections, and servicing functions, given maintenance and inspection forms, so that all items are checked for proper operation and deficiencies are reported.

(a) Requisite Knowledge: Departmental requirements for documenting maintenance performed, importance of accurate record keeping.

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(b) Requisite Skills: The ability to use tools and equipment and to complete all related departmental forms.

2-3 Driving/Operating.

2-3.1" Operate a fire department vehicle, given a vehicle and a predetermined route on a public way that incorporates the maneuvers and features specified in 2-3.1 (a) througb (i) that the driver/operator is expected to encounter during normal operations, so that the vehicle is safely operated in compliance with all applicable state and local laws, departmental rules and regulations, and the requirements of NFPA 1500, Standard on Fire Department Occupational Safety and Health Program, Section 4-2.

(a) 4 left and 4 right turns

(b) A straight section of urban business street or a 2-lane rural road at least 1 mile (1.6 kin) in length

(c) 1 through-intersection and 2 intersections where a stop has to be made

(d) 1 railroad crossing

(e) 1 curve, either left or right

(f) A section of limited-access highway that includes a conventional ramp entrance and exit and a section of road long enough to allow 2 lane changes

(g) A downgrade steep enough and long enough to require down shifting and braking

2-3.4* Turn a fire department vehicle 180 degrees within a confined space, given a fire department vehicle, a spotter for backing, and an area in which the vehicle cannot perform a U-turn without stopping and backing up, so that the vehicle is turned 180 degrees without striking obstructions within the given space.

(a) Requisite Knowledge: Vehicle dimensions, turning characteristics, spotter signaling, and principles of safe vehicle operation

(b) Requisite Shills: The ability to use mirrors, judgevehicle clearance, and operate the vehicle safely.

2-3.5* Maneuver a fire department vehicle in areas wid] restricted horizontal and vertical clearances, given a fire department vehicle and a course that requires the operator to move through areas of restricted horizontal and vertical clearances, so daat file operator accurately judges the ability of the vehicle to pass through the openings and so that no obstructions are struck.

(a) Reqmsite Knowledge: Vehicle dimensions, turning characteristics, spotter stgnaling, and principles of safe vehicle operation.

(b) Requisite Skills: The ability to use mirrors , judge vehicle clearance, and operate the vehicle safely.

2-3.6* Operate a vehicle using defensive driving techniques under emergency conditions, given a fire department vehicle and emergency conditions, so that cont ro lof the vehicle is maintained.

(a) Requisite Knowledge: The effects on vehicle control of (h)

charJging to maintain speed

(i) 1 underpass or a low clearance or bridge.

(a) Requisite Knowledge: The effects on vehicle control of braking reaction time, load factors, general steering reactions, speed, and centrifugal force; applicable laws and regulations; principles of skid avoidance, night driving, shifting and gear patterns; negotiating intersections, railroad crossings, and bridges; weight and height limitations for both roads and bridges; identification and operation of automotive gauges; and proper operation limits.

(b) Requisite Skills: The ability to o perate passenger restraint devices; maintain safe following distances; maintain control of the vehicle while accelerating, decelerating, and turning; main~.-..~%: reasonable speed for road, weather, and traffic c o n d i t i o n t ~ " 8 ~ t e safely during nonemergency conditions; operate unde.g.~'~verse]ii~; environmental or driving surface conditions; and us~i:"~.mo~:.':9....., ~i::.

. . . . . %:?:%i![ ........... % # roadway into r e s . ~ : . ! l ~ . a c ~ - . . . . . ! the vehicle, ~ # ~ / a / ' , ' ~ * p a r ~ # ::~ -~d spaces 12::i~i (3.66 m) i'~i..~idtht lefthand ta~::i~i~.gm the r f f ~ y ,

restricte'~i::~.e.as with0~i ha 8~:~,ctio#g.

o f ~ e vehicle

An upgrade steep enough and long enough to require gear braking reaction ti..m.'...¢.~ load factors, general steering reactions, speed, and c e n ~ ; . [ o r c e ; applicable laws and regulations; principles of ~:..avoid'Ence, night driving, shifting and gear patterns; neg~."i:i'~[~., intersections, railroad crossings, and bridges; weight an.d:i~igh~:~...tations for both roads and bridges; iden t~ .~R~. .and oi5~.t...ion..of automotive gauges; and proper o p e ..r.flta':li~a rts. '%jii}~j::"

..:~'~J.i:x R e ~ i t e Skills: ~ ' e ability to operate passenger restraint ~ g ~ ~ i n safe following distances; maintain control of the velaiclr'6~i~ile ~ccelerating, decelerating, and turning; maintain reason~B~."~i:s.pee..d for road, weather, and traffic conditions operate

5i{i~:.:..::,... safely dur~'~!" :~ 'hemergency conditions; operate under adverse :~. : ' i~ .~. . ronme . ~ 1 or driving surface condition-s; and use automotive %: " : controls.

"'::'~i~:3.7*~:t)perate all fixed systems and equipment on the vehicle not :ii~:.specifically addressed elsewhere in dais standard, given systems and : i : :~ ipment , manufacturer 's specifications and instructions, and ...{tffepartmental policies and procedures for the systems and

gauges and controls.

2~3.2" Back a vehicle from a roadway both the right and left sides of the vehicle. vehicle, a spotter, and restricted requiring 90-degree right and let that the vehicle is parked within the to stop and pull forward and without striking

(a) Requisite Knowledge: Vehicledimensions, characteristics, spotter signaling, and principals operation


2-3.3* Maneuver a vehicle around obstructions on a roadway while moving forward and in reverse, given a fire department vehicle, a spotter for backing, and a roadway with obstructions, so that the vehicle is maneuvered through the obstrnctions without stopping to change the direction of travel and without striking the obstructions.

(a) Requisite Knowledge: Vehicle dimensions, turning characteristics, spotter signaling, and principles of safe vehicle operation

(b) Requisite Skills: The ability to use mirrors , judge vehicle clearance, and operate the vehicle s~ffely.

equipment, so that each system or piece of equipment is operated in accordance with the applicable instructions and policies.

(a) Requisite Knowledge: Manufacturer specifications and operating procedures, policies and procedures of the jurisdiction.

(b) Requisite Skills: The ability to deploy, energize, and monitor the system or equipment, and to recognize and correct system problems

Chapter 3 Apparatus Equipped with an Attack or Fire Pump

3-1 General.

3-1.1" The requirements of Fire Fighter I as specified in NFPA 1001, Standard on Fire Fighter Professwnal Qualifications, and the job performance requirements defined in Sections 3-1 through 3-2 shall be met prior to certification as a fire department driver/operator-pumper.

3-1.2 Perform the specified routine tests, inspections, and servicing functions listed in 3-1.2(a) through (c), in addition to those contained in 2-2.1 (a) through (1), grven a fire department pumper and its manufacturer's specifications, so that the operational status of the pumper is verified.

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(a) Water tank and other extinguishing agent levels (if applicable)

(b) Pumping systems

(c) Foam systews

(a) Requisite Knowb;dge: Manufacturer specifications and requirements , policies and procedures of the jurisdiction.

(b) Requisite Skills: The ability to use hand tools, recognize system problems, and correct any deficiency noted according to policies and procedures.

3-1.3" Perform the practical driving exercises specified in 2-3. 2 through 2-3.5, given a fire depar tment pumper and a spotter for backing, so that each exercise is per formed safely without striking the vehicle or obstrnctions.

(a) Requisite Knowledga Vehicle dimensions, turning characteristics, spotter signals, and principles of safe vehicle operation.

(b) Requisite Skills: The ability to use mi r ro r s , j udge vehicle clearance, and operate the vehicle safely.

3-1.4" Operate a fire depar tment pumper over a p rede te rmined route on a public w~,ty that incorporates the maneuvers and features specified in 2-3.1 (a) through (i), so that the vehicle is safely opera ted in compliance with all applicable state and local laws, depar tmental rules and regulations, and the requirements of NFPA 1500, Section 4-2.

(a) Requisite Knowledge: The effects on vehicle control of braking reaction time, load factors, general steering reactions, speed, and centrifugal force; applicable laws and regulations; principles of skid avoidance, night driving, shifting and gear patterns-, negotiating . . . . . intersections, railroad crossings, and bridges; weight and height lumtatlons for both roads and bridges; identification and operation of automotive gauges; and proper operat ion limits.

3-2.3 Pump a supply line of 21/~ in. (65 mm) or larger, given a relay pumping evolution the length and size of the line and the desired flow and intake pressure, so that tile p roper pressure and flow are provided to the next pumper in the relay.

(a) Requisite Knowledge: Hydraulic calculations for friction loss and flow using both written formulas and estimation methods, safe operation of tile pump, problems related to small-diameter or dead-end main, low-pressure and private water supply systems, hydrant cooling systems, and reliability of static sources.

(b) Requisite Skills: The ability to p osition a fire depar tment pumper to operate at a fire hydrant and at a static water source, power transfer from vehicle engine to pump, draft, operate pumper pressure control systems, operate the volume/pressure transfer valve (multistage pumps only), operate auxiliary cooling systems, make the transition between internal and external water sources, and assemble hose lines, nozzles, valves, and appliances.

3-2.4 Produce a foam fire stream, given foam-producing equipment , so that properly p ropor t ioned foam is provided.

(a) Requisite Knowledge: Proport ioning rates and concentrations, equ ipment assembly procedures, foam systems limitations, mad manufacturer specifications.

(b) Requisite Skills: The ability to operate foam propor t ioning equipment , and connect foam stream equipment .

3-2.5 Supply water to fire sprinkler and standpipe systems, given specific system information and a fire depar tment pumper , so that water is supplied to the system at the proper volume and pressure.

..::.:!~::.:.. (a) Requisite . . ~ , e : Calculation of pump discharge

pressure, hose...-~:.outs, ~ c a t i o n of fire depa r tmen t connection, alternative ..~..'~'~|':"~i~9cedures if fire depar tment connect ion is not usable, o p @ ~ i n g ' ~ i p l e s of sprinkler systems as def ined in NFPA L...~i:.:.~..dard f~.~.e Installation of Sprinkler System,, NFPA 13D,..~'Ci~l~~.'~or the l ~ i i i o n of Sprinkler Systems in One- and

~q mi~ Dwellings an~.ii':$f/lanufactured Homer,, and NFPA 13R, rd ~::.t.he Ins"talla~'on of Sprinkler Systems in Residential

(b) Requisite Skilb': The ability to operate passenger restraint "Occ~ .~ : : : -~ . . to and Including Four Stories in Haght, fire devices; maintain safe following distances; maintain control of file d e p a r ~ t op.erations.in sprinklered propert ies as def ined in

NFPA 1~-"~ Gu~ or Fire D artment 0 eratwns zn Pro ert~es vehicle while accelelating, decelerating, and turning; maintain .i:~ ...... ~!iil... ~.-.~. fi ep . p p~ reasonable speed for road, weather, and traffic conditions; operate ":~tiiiii::ii~::Pr°tect. ed Oi'::'.~ nkler and Standppe Systems, and operating safely during nonemergency conditions; opera te under adverse '%":, ' :!:!ii .~.ples.~'~tandplpe systems as def ined m NFPA 14, Standard for

u e d ons a d u s e a u t o lve tt~':t.~tl~ion of Stand @e and Hose Systerns environmental or clliving s rfac con iti ; n mot" . ":!?~, ..:::i :: '---~.:::::::: .... ~0 . gauges and controls. ~..::::::i::::.:.. "%:.:,:-.ii;:" ~:~#::"

.-:;.::i::::':'::~:~:~:~:!:i::. ~- " 3-2 Operat ions. ..:.-:"iiif: . . . . . . "!::::::::::!: % ::::.

..:~iiiiii:':-. ii::ii" ., "iiii~ii::: Chapter 4 Apparatus Equipped with an Aerial Device 3-2.1" Produce effective hand or master streams, g i /~ f i ' ~ . 21i!::i:~!!ii::!i!!!!ii::.:. "~i!V!!:::" sources specified in 3-2.1 (a) th rough (d) so that the p~. . i ' .~" "::::i~::~iii::~i~ 4-1 General. safely engaged, all pressure control and vehicle ~t~.~t.:y: devi~"~.~gr.e ........

w IS adneved a mm ed 4-1 1 The requirements of Fire Fighter I as specified m NFPA set, the rated t o of the nozzle" " ..~:":~ " : :~ .~ . . , ~.".~.'i"::,-.-:.:~:: " " " " 1001, Standard on Fire Fighter Professional Qualifications, and the job performance requirements defined in Sections 4-1 through 4-2

die apparatus is continuously moni tored fo¢:potenti~t:ii~:9..blerfi~.:~ ::~

"::i:i:i:i::-.....:i:Y (c) Static source ":!i::i::ii'i!!::" .::::::

;:::-" (d) Transfer from internal tank to external source

(a) Requisite Kno'~ledge: Hydraulic calculations for friction loss and flow using both written formulas and estimation methods, safe operation of die pump, problems related to small-diameter or dead-end mains, low-pressure and private water supply systems, hydrant cooling systems, and reliability of static sources.

(b) Requisite Skills: The ability to position a fire deparunen t pumper to operate ~tt a fire hydrant and at a static water source, power transfer from vehicle engine to pump, draft, operate pumper pressure control systems, operate the volume/pressure transfer valve (multistage pumps only), operate auxiliary cooling systems, make the transition between internal and external water sources, and assemble hose lines, nozzles, valves, and appliances.

shall be met prior to certification as a fire depar tment driver/operator-aerial .

4-1.2 Perform the routine tests, inspections, and servicing functions listed in 4-1.2 (a) th rough (g), in addit ion to those specified in 2-2.1 (a) th rough (I), given a fire depar tment aerial apparatus, so that the operational readiness of die aerial apparatus is verified.

(a) Cable systems (if applicable)

(b) Aerial device hydraulic systems

(c) Slides and rollers

(d) Stabilizing systems

(e) Aerial device safety systems

(f) Breathing air systems

(g) Communicat ion systems

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(e) Aerial device safety systems

(f) Breathing air systems

(g) Communica t ion systems

(a) Requisite Knowledge: Manufacturer specifications and requirements , policies and procedures of the jurisdiction.

(b) Requisite Skills: The ability to use hand tools, recognize system problems, correct any deficiency no ted according to policies and procedures.

4-1.3" Perform the practical driving exercises specified in 2-3. 2 through 2-3.5, given a fire depa r tmen t aerial apparatus and a spotter for backing, so that each exercise is pe r fo rmed safely without striking the vehicle or obstructions.

(a) Requisite Knowledge: Manufacturer specifications and requirements , policies and procedures of the jurisdiction.

(b) Requisite Skills: The ability to use hand tools, recognize system problems, correct any deficiency no ted according to policies and procedures.

4-1.4" Operate a fire depa r tmen t aerial apparatus over a p rede te rmined route on a public way, given d~e maneuvers specified in 2-3.1, so that the vehicle is safely opera ted in compliance with all applicable state and local laws, depar tmenta l rules and regulations, and the requirements of NFPA 1500, Standard on Fire Department Occupational Safety and Health Program, Section 4-2.

4-2.3 Maneuver and position the aerial device from each control station, given an incident location, a situation description, and an assignment, so that dile aerial device is properly posit ioned to safely accomplish dile assignment.

(a) Requisite Knowledge: Aerial device hydraulic systems, hydraulic pressure relief systems, gauges and controls, cable systems, communicat ions systems, electrical systems, emergency operat ing systems, locking systems, manual rotation and lowering systems, stabilizing systems, aerial device safety systems, system overrides and the hazards of using overrides, safe operational limitations of file given aerial device, safety procedures specific to the device, and operations near e lectr icalhazards and overhead obstructions.

(b) Requisite Skills: The ability to rais e, rotate, extend, and OSition to a specified location; the ability to lock, unlock, retract, wer, and b e d t h e aerial device.

4-2.4 Lower an aerial device using dile emergency operating system, given an aerial device, so that dile aerial device is safely lowered to its bedded position.

(a) Requisite Knowledge: Aerial device hydraulic systems, hydraulic pressure relief systems, gauges and controls, cable systems, communicat ions systems, electrical systems, emergency operat ing systems, locking systems, manual rotat ion and lowering systems, stabilizing systems, aerial device safety systems, system overrides and the hazards of using overrides, safe operational limitations of the given aerial device, safety procedures specific to the device, and operations near electrical hazards and overhead

• . . obstructions• ..:. (a) Reqmstte Knowledge: The effects on vehicle control of ....:.:..'~i::::~'~::i~!i::,

braking reaction time, load factors, general s teering reactions, (b) Requisite.a~lls.":~f-hle ability to rotate and position to center speed, and centrifugal force; apphcable laws and regulations; unlock, r e t r a ~ e r , and bed the aenal device usmg the principles of skid avoidance, night driving, shifting and gear emergency. . :#~erZ~,system.

• • . . . . . . . "-.:..-~:~. ~ ~.~.:.:::.. patterns negotiating mtersectlons, radroad crossruffs, and bridges, ..:.:....:.:..-, . -+:.:.:.:..-, . . weight :~nd ~eight l imitations for both roads and b~idges; 4-2.5 . ~ 9..'~.alad o ~ . . . e . ~ elevated master stream, given .a identification and operat ion of antomotive gauges; mild proper mas~..e:i~:'~tre~i$*n device a B ~ i ~ e s i r e d flow, so that m e stream Js o eration limits ef..f..~'tive mad the device i$::operated safely. p • .,:#~.....?:~:~::.. ":#-!::.. -,.-

(b) Requisite Skills: The ability to opera te passenger restraint " : ~ ( . a ' ~ ~ Knowledg~ Nozzle reaction, range of operation, devices; maintain safe following distances; maintain control of the welght~;i~i.tations. vehicle while accelerating decelerating, and turning; maintain .~ . . . . . :::-~ii~i-~:....-.i~. . . . . . . . . . i . . . . t . . . . ~" . . . . . . . . . ":.-'.:::':~::::-:, to) tteq~'.:"~mtts: Hie aon ty to connec t water s u p p q o reasonan~e speect tor roact, weatner, a n t t ramc con~tmons; operate ":~.--::. er str ::":-:-:~" "ce and o trol elevat " nozzle m u--I or safely during nonemergency conditions; opera te under adverse . ' - ~ t e . ~ cteva , t con ect an at y

:.'-'. r e ~ . t Z . . -- ~ environmental or driving surface conditions; and use automotive ~'...-'~, ,:..:-.:=-;: :-.-:...:~...-:..:.:..-.~?.'::: gauges and controls. .....:::-~:::~,:. %:!.::Z .:~::*

4-9 Operat ions. .-::?~?" ~!~: %:::#" Chapter 5 Apparatus Equipped with a Tiller

" "::i~!~!..-.'...-::......-..:.-'.:::':""::~i~-:...~. "~ 4-2.1 Maneuver and posit ion an aerial apparatus,. .~ven ~ i a l ":~di i'~: apparatus, an inc ident location, a situation d e ~ . ~ . ~ . ~ , and ' : '~ : : . . . . 5.1" General . The requi rements of Fire Fighter I as specified in assignment, so that the apparatus is proper[~i.~'osm+"''" " %':"~i~or ~ d ''~ NFPA 1001, Standard for Fire Fighter Professional Qualifications, and aerial device deployment . .¢i~i[ ":'i!!i~::!i:, ,~.:.::":~ the j o b performance requirements def ined in Chapter 4 and

~ : : , "<~ii::~iiii ~" Section 5-2 shall be met prior to certification as a fire depar tment (a) Requisite Knowledge: Capabilities 5xid:~[~.i.tations o~aerial driver/onerator-tiller

devices related to reach, tip load, angle of i n c | | ~ . o n , a ~ angle - ~ " from chassis axis; effects of topography, ground~,'~... .W~ather 5-9 Operat ions . conditions on safe deployment, a n d u s e of the a e l ~ ' e v i c e .

5-2.1" Perform the practical driving exercises specified in 2-3. 2 (b) Requisite Skills: Tbe ability to de te rmine d~e a-~propriate dirough 2-3.5 from die filler position, given a qualified driver, a

position for tile apparatus, maneuver apparatus into proper fire depar tment aerial apparatus equipped with a tiller, and a position, and avoidobstacles to operations, spotter for backing, so that each exercise is per formed safely

without striking the vehicle or obstructions. 42•2 Stabilize an aerial apparatus, given a properly posit ioned vehicle and the manufacturer ' s recommendat ions , so that )tower can be transferred to tile aerial device hydraulic system anct the device can be safely deployed.

(a) Requisite Knowledge: Aerial apparatus hydraulic systems, manufacturer ' s specifications for stabilization, stabilization requirements, effects of topography and ground conditions on safe stabilization•

(b) Requisite Skills: The ability to t ransfer power fi'om the vehicle's engine to tile hydraulic system, and to operate vehicle stabilization devices.

(a) Requisite Knowledg~ Capabilities and lhnitations of tiller aerial devices related to reach, tip load, angle of inclination, and angle from chassis axis; effects of topography, ground, and weather conditions on safe deployment; and use of a tiller aerial device.

(b) Requisite Skills: The ability to de te rmine the appropriate position for file tiller, maneuver the tiller into proper position, and avoid obstacles to operations.

5-2.2 Operate a fire depar tment aerial apparatus equipped with a tiller from the tiller position over a p rede te rmined route on a public way, using the maneuvers specified in 2-3.1 (a) throughl (i), given a qualified driver, a fire depa r tmen t aerial apparatus equipped with a tiller, and a spotter for backing, so that the vehicle is safely opera ted in compliance with all applicable state and local

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laws, departmental nJles and regulations, and the requirements of NFPA 1500, Standard on Fire Department Occupational Safety and Health Program, Section 4-2.

(a) Requisite Knoudedge: Principles of tiller operation, methods of communication with driver, the effects on vehicle control of general steering reactions, night driving, negotiating intersections, and manufacturer operation/imitations.

(b) Requisite Skilb The ability to operate the communication system between the tiller operator 's position and the driver's compartment; operate of passenger restraint devices; maintain control of dae tiller while accelerating, decelerating, and turning; operate the vehicle s:ffely during nonemergency conditions; and operate under adverse environmental or driving surface conditions.

5-2.3 Position a fire department aerial apparatus equipped with a tiller from the tiller position, given the apparatus operating instructions, an incident location, a situation description, and an assignment, so dlat the aerial device is properly positioned and stabilized to safely at complish the assignmenL

(a) Requisite Knowledge: Principles of positioning and stabilizing the aerial apparatus from die tiller position.

(b) Requisite Skills: l 'he ability to determine the appropriate position for the tiller, maneuver the tiller into proper position, and avoid obstacles to operations

C h a p t e r 6 W i l d l a n d F i r e Apparatus

6-1 General.

6-1.1 The job perfmTnance requirements d e f n e d in Sections 6-1 through 6-2 shall be met prior to certification as a driver/operator- wildland fire apparatus•

6-1.2 Perform the specified routine tests, inspections, and servicing functions listed in 6-1.2 (a), (b), (c), in addition to those contained in 2-2.1, given a wildland fire apparatus and its manufactur~;r's specifications, so that the operational status is verified.

(a) Water tank mad/or other extinguishing agent levels (if applicable)

(b) Pumping systems . ~ .:#::"'• "~i~,-. (c) Foam systems :..:~s. ~:~

. . . . . . ~.:~..., +. ~ (a) Requ+s:te Knowledge: Manufacturer speclficaUon/¢~.'.".::.~ +s:-" ++'~:~

• • • ~:::$~:::-.x~:" ": the jurisdictio ~ii~.-':'~: reqmrements, pohoes and procedures of d~?,-.'~-~i~

(b) Requisite Skills: The ability to use hand ~ ~ i : *.-'.i:++ ~.'. system problems, anti correct any d e f i c l e n . # o t e d ~ n g t policies and procedures• ..~'.-'.:~:% "~::::.'~:. ¢~

• . • . '.~:!:!::':!~. '~::.:~: :ifie~ 6-1.3" Perform the pracUcal driwng e x e r o s ~ I i~."2-3. 2

through 2-3.5, given a wildland fire apparatus, s~ !~a t e ~ exercise is performed safely without striking another v e h i ~ "U obstructions. ~;;.-."~

(a) Requisite.. Knowledge'. Vehicle . . . . dimensions, turning characteristics, spotter signahng, and prmctples of safe vehicle operation

(b) Requisite Skills. The ability to use mirrors , judge vehicle clearance, and operate the vehicle safely.

6-1.4" Operate a wil.:lland fire apparatus over a predetermined route on a public way that incorporates tim maneuvers and features specified in 2-$.1 (a) through (I), so that the vehicle is safely operated in compliance with all applicable state and local laws, departmental rules and regulations, and tim requirements of NFPA 1500, Standard on Fire Department Occupational Saf~y and Health Program, Section 4-2.

? (a) Requisite Know'edge: The effects on vehicle control of braking reaction time, load factors, general steering reactions, speed, and centrifugal force; applicable laws and regulations; principles of skid avo,dance, night driving, shifting and gear patterns; negotiating intersections, railroad crossings, and bridges;

weight and height limitations for both roads and bridges; identification and operation of automotive gauges; and proper operation limits.

(b) Requisite Skills: The ability to operate passenger restraint devices; maintain safe following distances; maintain control of the vehicle while accelerating, decelerating, and turning; maintain reasonable speed for road, weather, and traffic conditions; operate safely during nonemergency conditions; operate under adverse environmental or driving surface conditions; and use automotive gauges and controls.

6-1.5" Operate a wildland fire apparatus, given a predetermined route off of a public way that incorporates the maneuvers and features listed in 6-1.5 (a) through (g) that the driver/operator is expected to encounter during normal operations, so that the vehicle is safely operated in compliance with all applicable departmental rules and regulations, the requirements of NFPA 1500, Standard on Fire Department Occupational Safety and Health Program, Section 4-2, and the design limitations of the velficle.

(a)

(b)

(c)

(d)

(e) angle

(0 (g)

(a) braking speed, 2 princi~]

Loose or wet soil

Steep grades (50 percent fore and aft)

Limited sight distance

Blind curve

Vehicle clearance obstacles (height, width, undercarriage, of approach, angle of departure)

Limited space for turn around .~:-.:.

Side s l o # i ~ p e r c e n t side to side) .:::::. :~:

R e q u i s ~ w l e d g e : The effects onveh i c l ec on t ro lo f ig r e ~ o n ' ~ load factors, general steering reactions, , a..r~.. "%.e..ntrif+~Jorce; applicable laws and regulations; ~ " :Z.~]~id a v ~ t ~ + g ~ a i g h t driving, shifting and gear ~i~s; ne~ t i a t ing in '~ '%t ious , railroad crossings, and bridges;

limit~Tbns for both roads and bridges; operation of automotive gauges; and proper

(b) Rg~te4.~ktlls:'+(:+:" " " The ability to operate passenger restraint .#.evices; I ~ i n safe following distances; maintain control of the ~ e w lccelerating, decelerating, and turning, maintain b~ ::~ '. • ~ " ~peed for road, weather, and traffic condmons; operate i~g~fdyo.~nng nonemergency conditions; operate under adverse envir6hmental or driving surface conditions; and use automotive ...~ges and controls.

~ 2 O p e r a t i o n s .

62.1" Produce effective fire streams, utilizing the sources ecified in 6-2.1 (a), (b), (c), so that the pump is safely engaged, pressure-control and vehicle safety devices are set, the rated

flow of the nozzle is achieved, and the apparatus is continuously monitored for potential problems.

(a) Water tank

(b) Pressurized source

(c) Static source

(a) Requisite Knowledge: Hydraulic calculations for friction loss and flow using both written formulas and estimation methods, safe operation of the pump, proper apparatus placement, personal safety considerations, problems related to small-diameter or dead- end mains, low-pressure and private water supply systems, hydrant co oling systems, and reliability of static sources.

(b) Requisite Skills: The ability to position a wildland fire apparatus to operate at a fire hydrant and at a static water source, properly place apparatus for fire attack, method(s) of power transfer from vehicle engine to pump, draft, operate pumper pressure control systems, operate the volume/pressure transfer valve (multistage pumps only), operate auxiliary cooling systems,

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make the transition between internal and external water sources, and assemble hose lines, nozzles, valves, and appliances.

6-2.2 Pump a supply line, given a relay pumping evolution the length and size of the line and pumping flow and desired intake pressure, so that adequate intake pressures and flow are provided to the next pumper in the relay.

(a) Requisite Knowledge: Hydraulic calculations for friction loss and flow using both written formulas and estimation methods, safe operation of flue pump, problems related to small-diameter or dead-end main, low-pressure and private water supply systems, hydrant cooling systems, and reliability of static sources.

(b) Requisite Shills: The ability to posi t ion a wildland apparatus to operate at a fire hydrant and at a static water source, m e t h o d ( s ) of power transfer from vehicle engine to pump, draft, operate pum per pressure control systems, operate the vo lume/pressure transfer valve (multistage pumps only), operate auxiliary cooling systems, make the transition between internal and external water sources, and assemble hose lines, nozzles, valves, and appliances.

f~2.3 Produce a foam fire stream, given foam-producing equipment , so that the p roper propor t ion of foam is provided.

(a) Requisite Knowledge: Proport ioning rates and concentrations, equ ipmen t assembly procedures, foam systems limitations, and manufacturer specification.

(b) Requisite Skills: The ability to operate foam propor t ioning equipment , and to connect foam stream equipment .

regulations, and the requirements of NFPA 1500, Standard on Fire Department Occupational Safety and Health Program, Section 4-2.

(a) Requisite Knowledge: The effects on vehicle control of braking reaction time, load factors, general steering reactions, speed, and centrifugal force; applicable laws and regulations; principles of skid avoidance, night driving, shifting and gearpa t te rns ; negotiating intersections, railroad crossings, a n d bridges; weight and height limitations for both roads and bridges; identification and operat ion of automotive gauges; and proper operat ion limits, hazards of driving through smoke; control tower light signals; airfield markings; runway and taxiway designations; air and vehicle traffic patterns; aircraft parking designations.

(b) Requisite Skills: The ability to opera te passenger restraint devices; maintain safe following distances; maintain control of the vehicle while accelerating, decelerating, and turning; maintain reasonable speed for road, weather, and traffic condit ions; operate safely during nonemergency conditions; opera te under adverse environmental or driving surface conditions; and use automotive gauges and controls.

7-1.5" Operate an aircraft rescue and fire- fighting apparatus, given a p rede te rmined route, off of an improved surface that incorporates the maneuvers and features specified in 7-1.5 (a) through (f) that die dr iver /opera tor is expected to encounter during normal operations, so that the vehicle is safely operated in compliance with all applicable departmental rules and regulations, the requirements of NFPA 1500, Standard on Fire Department Occupational Safety and Health Program, Section 4-2, and the design limitations of the vehicle.

(a) Loose or w.~Lsoil

Chapter 7 Aircraft Rescue and Fire-Fighting Apparatus (b) S teep . .~"~ : : : i~ ) percent fore and aft)

7-1 General. (c) Li t '~ .~ '~ l '%~dis tance

7-1.1" The requi rements of Fire Fighter I as spec i f ed in NFPA td" " ~ h e c l e ~ ohstacles t he i ~ l v width undercarr iage ~ . . . . . . x /.,~:i:i-~:-'.~. • . ~ . ~ x b " , / f i l 1001, Standard for Fire Fighter Professwnal Qualificat2ons, and the j o b ....:.~;::: "'%':. " "::~i:':~:~::.::~::"

performance requirements def ined in Sections 7-1 through 7-3 ..(...~" .I.~n.. ited space f'.6."~?~urn a round shall be met prior to certification as a fire depar tment A#':%. .:~.?.'?.:. "~::" . . driver/operator--aircraft rescue and fire- f ighting apparatus :::" 0~.!i~.......-......~.~-:~i[..O. pes (20 percent side to ssde)

(ARFF). (a) " ~ s i t e Knowledge: The effects on velficle control of 7-1.2" Perform the routine tests inspections and servicing :.:~t;~...::.. braking f~. .9 . .¢i time, load factors, general steering reactions, funct ions specified in 7-1 2(a), (b) (c~, in addit ion to those ~i.:.:.,~...eed, and"~ 'n t r i fuga l force; applicable laws and regulations;

• . - - " • ~ . ~::.';. - ..:.:::....... - ~ . . . .-.- . . . . . . . es 6~ skid avoidance m ht dnvan , shfftin and ear cont, 'uned m 2-2.1 (a) th rough (I) g~ven an a~rcraft rescue and fire- :.:~:: ~.J . . . : . . . : . : . g g g g , ,

f ighting vehicle and the manufacturer 's servicing, testing, and ".% ~ ~ e g o . f i a t i n . g inte.rsections, railroad crossing.s, and nriages; inspection criteria, so that the operational status of die v e l ~ i i . ~ " ~.$?..t?..'~-~'elgl~.~:'~nd height hm~tatmns for both roads and budges; verified ~:.~i.* :" ~:~.:?.:-:.-':~ "-'..-'.~. identification and operat ion of automotive gauges; and proper

• .~!::" "~i~: : ~ i ~ r a t i o n limits. (a) * Agent dispensing systems .,:?i!~'i~:.-.. .~ - . .~ , :~, ./!i -:~:" (b) Requisite Shills: The ability to opera te passenger restraint

~-:'.,'# . . . . ~ i ~ devices maintain safe following distances; maintain control of the b * Seconda extin ishin s tems ~.-:.:.'..:.: ~.-.~..'.7 ( ) ry gn g ys . . ,4~:~,.~:.. ...x.:., vehicle while accelerating, decelerating, and turning; maintain

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ,'-'.~,:::':'~?.., "::~'~.:.:..~ ..:~. reasonable speed for road, weather, and traffic conditions; operate i,c) vehic le m o u n t e o n r eamm a~r s terns <. g ys ....... .~?...::-~.:.:~:::~ -:~...-:::- safeb, durin~ n o n e m e r ~ e n o , conditions • onera te under adverse (a) Requisite Knowledg.e" Manufacturer ~ . : +':~ .... cations a~i~i~.i-'-':: :~::" environmental or driving surface conditions., and use automotive

requirements, policies and procedures !sdietio. !! gauges a n d c o n t r o l s .

7 ~ * 0 e r a u o n s (b) Requisite Shills: The ability to use h a n d t~?g .eco l~ l~ze " P " • SYoS~ecr~esPra~ObdlemoSceaffgreCsO.rrect any def ioency n o t e e I ~ r d i n g to %2.1 Maneuver and position an ARFF vehicle, given an incident P P " j-:" location and description that involves the largest aircraft that 7-1.3" Perform the practical driving exercises specified in 2-3.1 through 2-3.7, given an aircraft rescue and fire-fighting vehicle and a spotter for backing, so that each exercise is per formed safely without striking the vehicle or obstructions.

(a) Requisite Knowledge: Vehicle dimensions, turning characteristics, spotter signaling, and principles of safe vehicle operat ion

(b) Requisite Skills: The ability to use mi r ro r s , j udge vehicle clearance, and operate the vehicle safely.

7-1.4 Operate an aircraft rescue and fire-fighting vehicle, given a

~i rede te rmined route on an airport that includes the maneuvers sted in 2-3.1 (a) th rough (i), and operat ion on a taxiway, a

runway, and in an aircraft parking area, so that the vehicle is safely operated in compliance with all applicable federal, s t a te /p rov inda l , and local laws, depar tmenta l rules and

routinely uses the airport, so that the vehicle is proper ly posit ioned for safe operation at each operational posit ion for the aircraft.

(a) Requisite Knowledge: Vehicle positioning for fire-fighting and rescue operations; capabilities and limitations of turret devices related to reach; effects of tOlaography , ground, and weather conditions on agent applicataon, distribution rates, and density.

(b) Requisite Shills: The ability to de termine the appropriate position for the apparatus, maneuver apparatus into proper position, and avoidobs tac les to operations.

7-2.2 Produce a fire stream while the vehicle is in both forward and reverse power modulat ion, given a discharge rate and in tended target, so that the pump is safely engaged, the turrets are deployed, tile agent is delivered to the in tended target at the

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proper rate, and the apparatus is safely moved and continuously monitored for potential problems.

(a) Requisite Knowledge: Principles of agent management and application, effects of terrain and wind on agent application, turret capabilities and limitations, tower light signals, airport markings, aircraft recognition, ,aircraft danger areas, theoretical critical fire area and practical critical fire area, aircraft entry and egress points, and proper apparatu,; placement.

(b) Requisite Skills' The ability to provide power to the pump, determine dae appropriate position for the apparatus, maneuver apparatus into proper position, avoid obstacles to operations, apply agent, and determine the length of time an extinguishing agent will be available.

7-2.3 Produce a fire stream, given a rate of discharge and water supplied from tile sources specified in %2.3 (a), (b), (c), so that the pump is safely engaged, the turrets are deployed, the agent is delivered to the intended target at the proper rate, and file apparatus is continuously monitored for potential problems.

(a) The internal tank

(b) Pressurized source

(c) Static source

(a) Requisite Knott, ledge: Principles of agent management and application, effects of terrain and wind on agent application, turret capabilities and limitations, tower light signals, airport markings, aircraft recognition, :fircraft danger areas, theoretical critical fire area and practical critical fire area, aircraft entry and egress points, and proper apparatus placement.

(b) Requisite Skills" The ability to provide power to the pump, determine the appropriate position for the apparatus, maneuver apparatus into proper position, avoid obstacles to operations, and apply agent, and determine tile length of time an extinguishing agent will be available.

Chapter 8 Mobile Water Supply Apparatus

8-1 General. * 8-1.1 The requirements of Fire Fighter I as specified in NFPA

1001, Standard for Fire Fighter Professional Qualifications, and file performance requirements defined in Sections 8-1 throug ,..8,.:$.:.,:~ - - ~"-~ ~..".~i shall he met prior to certification as a fire department ..::i driver/operator-mobile water supply apparatus. ~ i ' "'!~

• ~ i ' : : . . # 8-1.2 Perform routine tests, inspections, and servici//g t:~ ~gfi~2 listed in 8-1.2 (a) through (d), in addition to those speci: ~ i ~ 2.1 (a) through (I), given a fire department m . . o . : . l ~ e r ~ . . apparatus so that the operational readinessz.aC'the i~:f l~ ~rat~ supply apparatus is verified• .:,~:" "~-~i!-~-.-:: ::ii~:~:~:~':.. , ~!i

• .~.:~'"~i:~:x (a) Water tank and other extingu~sinng a~..~., levels (it

applicable) ~*~:.":.~:~ , , ~.::::::.. ~.?...::::/:/:x .~

(b) Pumping system (if applicable) '~-~i~"

(c) Rapid dump system (if applicable)

(d) Foam system (if applicable)

(a) Requisite Knowh'dge: Manufacturer specifications and requirements, policies and procedures of file jurisdiction.

(b) Requisite Skills: The ability to use hand tools, recognize system problems, and correct any deficiency noted according to policies and procedures.

8-1.3" Perform the practical driving exercises specified in 2-3.2 through 2-3.5, given a fire department mobile water supply apparatus and a spotter for backing, so that each exercise is performed safely without striking the vehicle or obstructions.

(a) Requisite Knowledg~ Vehicle dimensions, turning characteristics, spotter signals, and principles of safe vehicle operation.


8-1.4" Operate a fire department mobile water supply apparatus over a predetermined route on a public way, using the maneuvers specified in 2-3.1 (a) through (i), so that the vehicle is safely operated in compliance with all applicable state and local laws, department rules and regulations, and tile requirements of NFPA 1500, Standard on Fire Department Occupational Safety and Health Program, Section 4-2.

(a) Requisite Knowledge: The effects on vehicle control of braking reaction time, load factors, general steering reactions, speed, and centrifugal force; applicable laws and regulations; principles of skid avoidance, night driving, shiffing and gear patterns; negotiating intersections, railroad crossings, and bridges; weight and height limitations for both roads and bridges; identification and operation of automotive gauges; and proper operation limits.

(b) Requisite Skills: The ability to operate passenger restraint devices; maintain safe following distances; maintain control of the vehicle while accelerating, decelerating, and turning; maintain reasonable speed for road, weather, and traffic conditions; operate safely during nonemergency conditions; operate under adverse environmental or driving surface conditions; and use automotive gauges and controls.

8-2 Operations. ~ i~ .~ .

8-2.1" M a a ~ g d position a mobile water supply apparatus at a water shut~+~t~fll s f '~ i~ven a fill site location a n d o n e or more supply l . ~ i ~ o t h g i ~ apparatus is properly positioned, supply hoses..': " : ~ : ~ l e d to " ~ e connections without having to str¢~11 ad Litional hose, ~ o objects are struck at the fillsite. • ..:.-#j!~:..... , ~,:-

~: . .~on ,

~'-"('d~::i~g~ .. Knowledge: Local procedures for establishing a wate("::.~$de ~ll site, metilod for marking the stopping position of file a p l ~ , location of file water tank intakes on the apparatus.

":~'~kills: The ability to determine the appropriate ~?..::..{b)Requis~:Shills: The abil ~.......~..O...~.,f.gCtile apparatus, maneuver apparatus into proper ~gi'~t~.~."~xld avoidobstacles to operations.

8-2.2~¢'Maneuver and position a mobile water supply apparatus at a i ~ e r shuttle dump site, given a dump site and a portable water

~ k, so that all of the water being discharged from the apparatus raters tile portable tank and no objects are struck at the dump site.

(a) Requisite Knowledge: Local procedures for operating a water shuttle dump site, location of the water tank discharges on tile apparatus.

(b) Requisite Skills: The ability to determine the appropriate position for the apparatus, maneuver apparatus in top rope r position, avoid obstacles to operations, and operate tile fire pump or rapid water dump system.

8-2.$* Establish a water shuttle dump site, given two or more portable water tanks, low level strainers, water transfer equipment, fire hose, and a fire apparatus equipped with a fire pump, so that the tank being drafted from is kept full at all times, the tank being dumped into is emptied first, a n d t h e water is transferred efficiently from one tank to the nex t

(a) Requisite Knowledge: Local procedures for establishing a water shuttle dump site, principles of water transfer between multiple portable water tanks;

(b) Requisite Skills: The ability to deploy portable water tanks, connect and operate water transfer equipment, and connect a strainer and suction hose to the fire pump.

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Chapter 9 Referenced Publications

9-1 The following documents or portions thereof are referenced within dais standard as mandatory requirements of dais standard and shall be considered part of the requirements of dais standard. The edition indicated for each reference is the current edition as of the date of the NFPA issuance of dais document. Some of these mandatory documents might also be referenced in dais standard for specific informational purposes and, therefore, are also listed in Appendix B.

9-1.1 NFPA Publications. National Fire Protection Association, 1 Batterymarch Park, P.O. Box 9101, Quincy, MA 02269-9101.

NFPA 13, Standard for the Installation of Sprinkler Systems, 1996 edition.

NFPA 13D, Standard for the Installation of Sprinkler Systems in One- and Two-Family Dwellings and Manufactured Homes, 1996 edition.

NFPA 1 fiE, Guide for Fire Departraent Operations in Properties Protected by Sprinkler and Standpipe Systems, 1995 edition.

NFPA 13R, Standard for the Installation of Sprinkler Systems in Residential Occupancies Up to and Including Four Sto~es in Height, 1996 edition.

NFPA 14, Standard for the Installation of Standpipe and Hose Systems, 1996 edition.

NFPA 1001, Standard on Fire Fighter Professional Qualifications, 1997 edition.

NFPA 1500, Standard on Fire Department Occupational Safety and Health Program, 1997 edition.

NFPA 1901, Standard for Automotive Fire Apparatus, 1996 edition.

Appendix A Explanatory Material

This appendix is not a part of the requirements of this NFPA document but is included for informational purposes only.

A-I-2 The purpose of this standard is not to mandate that all fire apparatus driver/operators meet the requirements of all chapters of dais standard. Personnel should meet only those provisions that pertain to the types of apparatus they will be expected to drive and operate.

A-1-3.2 Although the frequency of the medical evaluation specified, it is recommended that the medical evaluatior .~ on at least an annual basis. ....¢~

A-1-$.$ It is the committee's intent that dais standar'~'::~ [ ~ to all fire department vehicles. Drivers of vehicles not ¢ " addressed in Chapters 3 throu

not sp through 8 (e.g., s t a f f ~

vehicles, rescue or utility velticles, buses, e t ~ - * ~ ~.--':'?:':: meet the requirements of Cbapter 2. A g e n t s o p e r a t ~ ~ r special vehicles (e.g., tractors, b u l l d o z e ~ ' ~ e s , ~radel should develop job performance reqmremefi~.~ct train programs for those vehicles. ~"-'::::~-~..;.~::,.~_~!-.':"

A-I-3.10 It is recommended that evaluators be i r l ~ a l s who were not directly involved as instructors for dae req.$|i-ement being evaluated.

A-1-5.13 The maneuvers and features specified for this job performance requirement include driving situations that the committee has determined to be essential. The committee recognizes that each of these situations may not exist in all areas. Where this occurs, those specific requirements can omitted. It should not be assumed that all these velticles are wheel drive.

A-I-4 Action verbs used in the job performance requirements in this document are based on the first definition of the verb found in Webster's Third New International Dictionary of the English Language.

A-l-4 Approved. The National Fire Protection Association does not approve, inspect, or certify any installations, procedures, e.~qtuipment, or materials; nor does it approve or evaluate testing laboratories. In determining the acceptability of installations, procedures, equipment, or materials, the authority having

risdiction may base acceptance on compliance with NFPA or other appropriate standards. In the absence of such standards, said authority may require evidence of proper installation, procedure, or use. Tile authority lmvingjurisdiction may also refer to tile listings or labeling practices of an organization that is

concerned with product evaluations and is tiros in a position to determine compliance with appropriate standards for the current production of listed items.

A-l-4 Authority Having Jurisdiction. The phrase "authority having jurisdiction" is used in NFPA documents in a broad manner, since jurisdictions and approval agencies vary, as do their responsibilities. Where public safety is primary, the authority having jurisdiction may be a federal, state, local, or other regional department or individual such as a fire chief; fire marshal; chief of a fire prevention bureau, labor department, or health department; building official; electrical inspector; or others having statutory authority. For insurance purposes, an insurance inspection department, radng bureau, or other insurance company representative may be tile authority having jurisdiction. In many circumstances, the property owner or his or her designated agent assumes file role of the authority having jurisdiction; at government installations, the commanding officer or departmental official may be the authority having jurisdiction.

A-2-2.1 Routine tests, inspections, and servicing functions should beperformed on a daily, weekly, monthly, or other periodic basis as determined by departmental policy. The specifications provided by the manufacturer for these functions should be followed.

A-2-3.1 The maneuvers and features spe'cified for this job performance requirement include driving situations that the committee has determined to be essential. The committee recognizes that each of these situations may not exist in all areas. Where this occurs, tllose specific requirements may be omitted.

A-2-3.2 The alley dock exercise may be used as practice for or in the evaluation o f . ~ £ e q u i r e m e n t . This exercise measures a driver's ability ~ i a s t a simulated dock or stall, back the apparatus i n t ~ - ~ space provided, and stop smoothly. A dock or stall can b e . ~ by arranging barricades 40 ft (12.2 m) from a b o u n ~ e . ~ barricades should be 12 ft (3.66 m) apart, and t h ~ l ~ s h _ oul~i].~.:.a~roximately 90 ft (6.1 m). The driver

... ~ : ~ t h the dock on the left and then back th~i::.'~ppae~....t.us, using a l.e~'turn, into the stall. The exercise should ~i~c r~ted with t~e dock on the right side, using a right

Forward i

Backward I ~

\ \

Figure A-2-3.2(a) Alley dock exercise.

The apparatus station parking maneuver may also be used as practice for or in the evaluation of this requirement. This exercise measures the driver's ability to back the apparatus into a fire station to park, or to back the apparatus down a street to reverse tile direction of travel. An engine bay can be simulated by allowing for a 20-ft (6.l-m) minimum setback from a street 30 ft (9 m) wide, with a set of barricades at the end of the setback, spaced 12 ft (3.66 m) apart to simulate the garage door. The setback from the street should be determined by the testing agency to ensure that the distances reflect those encountered by the apparatus driver during the normal course of duties. A marker placed on the

round should indicate to the operator the proper position of the ft front tire of the vehicle once stopped and parked. A straigbt

line may be provided to assist the operator while backing the apparatus, facilitating the use of vehicle mirrors. The minimum depth distance is determined by the total length of the vehicle. [See Figure A-2-3. 2(b).l

NOTE: For large vehicles, such as ARFF apparatus, this course may need to be modified.

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0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0

Iiiii iii!iiiiii - - - - - -

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28 ft. apron

l _ Left front tim

mark Depth of parking bay length of vehicle plus

lOft.

~ Street

24 ft.

:~::4 :~:i:

ii!iiiiiiiiiiii: :!i!i!i iiiiiiiiiiiii Figure A-2-3. "7(b) Station parking procedure drill.

A-2-3.3 The serpentine exercise can be used as practice for or in the evaluation of dais requirement. This exercise measures a driver's ability to steer the apparatus in close limits without stopping. The exercise should be conducted with the apparatus moving first backward, then forward. The course or path of travel for dais exercise can be established by placing a min imum of three markers, each spaced between 30 ft (9 m) and 38 ft (12 m) apart, in a line. The spacing of the markers should be based on the wheel base of the vehicle used. Adequate space must be provided on each side of the markers for the apparatus to move freely. The driver should drive the apparatus along the left side of the markers in a straight line and stop just beyond the last marker. The driver

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then should back the apparatus between the markers by passing to [ the left of marker No. 1, to the right of marker No. 2, and to die / left of marker No. 3. At this point, the driver should stop the " ..... vehicle and then drive it forward between the markers by oassin~ to ~.-"~-~..~ % ~ -'.-x<# the right of marker No. 3, to the left of marker No. 2 and ' to the" : ~ z . . . . ~Y

, ..~ ~ ~ .~ ~-.,--..,--$~.~:.. . ...:- right of marker No. 1, (See Figure A-2-3. 3.) "~: ~ # ' >

~ . ~ ~ ~ Fi e #--2 3 4 Confined s a c e t u r n a r o u n d NOTE: For larg : vehicles, such as ARFF apparatus, . . r~ ~.-'.-:: ~ lgur - . p . course may need ~:o be modified. _..~:~-"-"~ ~ ! '=:~ik .~-

~ ~'.$" . " ~ - 3 5 The diminishin~ clearance exercise can be used as :,~i~%.x ,:~:~-,::~ , ~. 2~ ". . ~ . . . ~:" "~.,."-'~:, ~ X ~ , . "i:~'practice for or In the evaluation of th~s requirement. Tills exerctse

~'@~" " ~ ' ~ measures a driver's ability to steer the apparatus in a strallzht line, .~g,.',~. ~$j'~..".-~ to judge d~stances from wheel to object and to stop at a finish .: :.:.:...:...~.. ~::..::.%.. ~!:.:$!.:. . . . . . . . ,

F o r w a r . ~ . - " f f ~ ' q ~ : ~ ~ $ : - hne. ~ae speed at which a driver should operate the apparatus is Bacl~ffard t r a v e ~ - - ~: optional, but it should be ffreat enouffh to necessitate Oulck

~" A *] ~.-:'!::, ~i~i-"."~i" :" judgment . This exerctse is to be performed both forward and In ~ . [ | " ~';";'.::'.2"..:-":'-.-, '!~!i" reverse with a spotter. The course for this exercise is created by

] ' ~ ~" "I ~ . , ~ .#: arranging two rows of markers to form a lane 75 ft (22.9 m) long. / t ~ ~ / ~ 9 ~ / ~ ~ ._> The lane vanes m w~dth from 9 ft 6 m. (2.9 m) to a diminishing

,o, , ~ ~ / - - clearance of 8 ft 2 in. (2.5 m). The driver should maneuver the < ,., / ~ "~ -->~"~- apparatus through this lane without touching the markers. The

vehicle should be s topped at a finish line 50 ft (15.25 m) beyond

A*: 30' to 38' based on vehicle wheel base

the last marker. No port ion of the vehicle should protrude beyond this line. Vertical clearance j udgme n t should be evaluated using a

~ rop with a crossbar that is adjustable, based on the vehicle eight. During the evaluation, the driver should drive forward and

back dlrough the prop with the crossbar at several differing heights, including one that is lower than the top of the vehicle. The prop should not be struck. The intent of the vertical clearance judgment is for proper identification of the fur thermost point in the form of the apparatus. In situations where the apparatus is gaining entry to roadways or limited-height areas, the dr iver /opera tor must allow appropriate space ahead of the apparatus in order to avoid striking objects or to avoid extending apparatus into traffic lanes. (See Figure A-2-3. 5.)

NOTE: For larlge velticles, such as ARFF apparatus, this course may neect to be modified.

Figure A-2-3.3 Serpentine exercise.

A-2-3.4 The confined space tu rnaround can be used as practice for or in the evaluation of dais requirement. This exercise measures the driver's ability to turn the vehicle a round in a confined space without striking obstacles. The turn is accomplished within :m area 50 ft x 100 ft (15.25 m x 30.5 m). The driver moves into the area f rom a 12-ft (3.66-m) opening in the center of one of the 50-ft (15.25-m) legs, turns die vehicle 180 degrees, and returns through the opening. There is no limitation on tile number of times the driver has to maneuver file vehicle to accomplish this exer(ise, but no por t ion of the vehicle should ex tendover the boundary lines o f the space. (See Figure A-2-3. 4.)

NOTE: For large vehicles, such as ARFF apparatus, this course may need ~:o be modified.

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A-2-3.6 Emergency driving simulation should be restricted to a driving track or similar controlled area. Emergency driver training should not be conducted on public ways. For more information, see Title 49, Code of Federal Regulations, Part 383, "Commercial Driver's License Standards: Requirements and Penalties," Section 383.110.

A-2.3.7 The committee 's intent for this j ob performance is for the dr iver /opera tor to be able to operate all major equipment and mechanical systems that are attached to the apparatus, other than those specifically covered in Chapters 3 through 8 of this standard. These types of equipment and systems include, but are not limited to, electric generat ion equipment, flood-lighting systems, air compressors, air cascade systems, hydraulic rescue too[ systems, power reels for air or hydraulic hoses, cranes and stabilizers, and A-frames or other lifting equipment.

A-3-1.1 The requirements of Chapters 3, 4, 5, and 7 specify that the candidate shall meet the requirements of Fire Fighter I as

ecified in NFPA 1001, Standard on Fire Fighter Professional alifications, before certification as a fire apparatus

r iver/operator. This means that the individual applying for certification as a fire apparatus dr iver /opera tor has met all of the

A-6-2.1

(a)

(b)

A-7-1.1

A - 7 - 1 . 2

Pressurized sources include the following:

Connection to a hydrant

Supply line from another pumping source

See A-3-1.1.

(a) An agent dispensing system is the primary fire suppression agent c a r r i e d o n ARFF vehicles and usually is AFFF.

(b) A secondary extinguishing system is a separate system, totally independent of the primary. It includes Halon 1211 (its future replacement), dry chemical, and other such systems used for specific types of aircraft associated fires.

A-7-1.3 See A-2-3. 2 through A-2-3.5.

A-7-1.5 See A-2-3.1.

A-7-2 Pressurized sources include the following:

(a) Connection to a hydrant

(b) Supply line from another pumping source

A-8-1.1 See A-3-1.1.

A-8-1.3 See A-~2-3.3 through A-2-3.6.

A-8-1.4 See A-2-3.1.

A-8-2.1 The inten.L...~.tllis requirement is for die dr iver /operator to objectives in Chapters 1, 2, and 3 of NFPA 1001. These objectives be able to quick.[~i:.c..fficiently position the vehicle at a water include further requirements in areas such as fire hose, nozzles, shuttle fill site.:.:.t.,~t has "geen established prior to the vehicle's and appliances; fire streams; water supplies; and sprinklers. These arrival. Mo~}:i~~..only a fire depar tment pumper will connect to requirements are in addition to the requirements of this standard, a water s u [ ~ soff~!:.a.nd lay hose out that can be quickly attached Any fire fighter who has already been certified as a Fire Fighter I to the ~.J..~i..water"~p..ly apparatus once it arrives at the fillsite. should review the requirements of the referenced chapters of If the:~i:~'~'~[~{~bn ope~. . :$i :feir fill site operations in a different NFPA 1001, as tile candidate may be tested on the requirements m ..a~..'~i'er t~...an the one d ~ ' ~ b e d , dais requirement may need to be included therein. ~ , f ~ t e d @~prdingly. "-:::"

~A-8-~i::...~::t~tent of this requirement is for the dr iver /operator to A-3-1.3 See A-2-3. 2 through A-2-3. 5. be ab'i:~ii~ quickly and efficiently position the vehicle at a water . . . . . . . . . . . . . . shuttle ~ o sRe that has been established prior to the vehicle's P t - - 9 - l . t i l n e n v o r a n t o r water source S D o t t l n ~ [ exercise can D e u s e c t $'.:::.:.:.. . , .,~::-':--..~:~...::::~ . . . . . , , ,

• - • • - • ~ • . ":~--:-:,, affirm, lrtc':..~ump site vail typically consist of one or more as nractlce for or in the evaluation of this reoul remeut Tills ":-:~-::::-.-::-:, , , .:~.::. . . . . , , . . . . " . . . . . a ".:::: ":::::.:.::i: ~ ~'~ole ta.l~K$ that nave neen aepioyea on tile g rouna A tire exercise measures tile driver s ablhtv to soot tile oum ner at a ":::: "i~i::::..-:.:,-.. .~:. , . . . . . , , ",

• • " ~. ~ ~ . '$k ~ ' ~ t pumper oratts water i rom toe portaoie tanrs ior use hydrant for pumping operauons that require soft or hard intake ::::, ..:.'::.-., ::-.---¢::::::. . . . . . . . . . . . hose to be hooked from the pump er connections to t'ne wa---...:. .::::-.::::.:::...-.-.on ute,~,~3cioent.,::, l n e monue water supply apnaratus Iuncuon is to

..:.:~:::::: ..... ~::::" qmckl~ dump their load into the oor table tank and return to the S 0 U r C e ..::::::" "':;:::::;:::. '::::: . .

.... !i~;:: ~:!~i~!~: ":~i!i.fil.~:.site for another load. Depending on file design of die mobile A hydrant located along a street utilizing a set of ~ a d e s ~ . ..... .::.. ':i::~'ter supply apparatus, one of three methods can be used to

15 ft (4.6 m) on each side of file hydrant to simulat~::~5~;~ .4~i.::i:::::i-i::!::i::ii!i::::.. "::':-'i:.:i::discharge water into file portable water tank. These methods vehicles can be used. Tile driver should be able to positiiS~-i'.t~i~ ...... ii!i!!ili~i!~ ~e include pumping the water off, using a gravity dump or using a ~eUmper and complete the hydrant to pump cop,~..~.-g.q.ns o/~i ' .~.~, jet-assisted gravity dump. Depending on file design of the

ft side, right side, and front or rear (if soc.~'~g'~'}.i::i~tho~iii'.'-~:::-ii:':" apparatus, water can be discharged from the front, rear, or either having kinks in the soft intake hose, withou~!!:haoving ~ i i~ r r i c~ i~ ' s , side of the vehicle. or without re ositionin tile um er .,.:i:'::.::~::, ':::::i:~. .i:-" P g P P • ,:::.........:::.:::::: . . . . . - ....

A rural scenario would require tbat tile d '~i~, pos i t ion~le A-8-2.3 A proper dump site involves the use of two or more pumper to a portable water tank and deploy a ~ . i n t a ~ i " f r o m the portable tanks that are connected by a series of water transfer left, right, and front or rear (if applicable) puml~:'~.p~t',,~ztions.

An additional rural scenario would require tile drL~r to position the pumper to perform drafting operations from a pond, lake, or stream. (SeeA-2-3.1.)

Pressurized sources include tile following:

Connection to a hydrant

Supply line from another pumping source

See A-3-1.1.

See A-2-3.3 through A-2-3.6.

See A-2-3.1.

See A-3-1.1.



A-3-2.1

(a)

(b)

A-4-1.1

A41.3

A41.4

A-5-1

A-5-2.1

A-6-1.3

equipment. The water transfer equipment can be supplied by hoselines from the pumper that is supplying the fire scene or a second pumper placed at tile drafting tank for the sole purpose of transferring water between the tanks. The goal is to keep the tank from which water is being drafted full at all times and the tank from which water is being dumpe d empty. This will ensure that mobile water supply apparatus that arrive at the dump site can unload their water and return for more in the shortest time possible.

A p p e n d i x B R e f e r e n c e d P u b l i c a t i o n s

B-I Tile following documents or portions thereof are referenced within this standard for informational purposes only and are thus not considered part of the requirements of this standard unless also listed in Chapter 9. The edition indicated here for each reference is the current edition as of the date of the NFPA issuance of this standard.

~ 1 . 4 SeeA-2-3.1.

A-6-1.5 See A-2-3.1.

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13-1.1 NFPA Publication. National Fire Protection Association, 1 Batterymarch Park, P.O. Box 9101, Quincy, MA 02269-9101.

NFPA 1001, Standard on Fire Fighter Professional Qualifications, 1997 edition.

B-1.2 U.S. Government Publication. U.S. Government Printing Office, Washington, D.C~ 20402.

Title 49, Code of Fed*ral Regulations, Part 383, "Commercial Driver's License Startdards: Requirements and Penalties," 383.110:29.

B-1.3 Other Publication.

Webster's Third New International Dictionary of the English Language.

(a) Task

(b) Tools, ecjuipment, or materials

(c) Evaluation parameters and performance outcomes

Table C-2 Example of aJPR (a) Establish a water shutde

dump site (b) Given two or more

portable watertanks, low level strainers, water transfer equipment, fire hose, and a fire apparatus equipped with a water pump

(c) So that the tank being drafted from may be kept full at all times, the tank being dumped into is emptied first, and water is transferred efficiently f rom one tank to the next

Appendix C

This appendix is not a part of the requirements of this NFPA document but is included for informational purposes only. C-1 Explanation of the Standard and Concepts of JPRs.

The primary benefi t of establishing national professional qualification standards is to provide both public and private sectors with a framework of the j o b requirements for the fire service. Other benefits include enhancemen t of tile profession, individual as well as organizational gro~da and development , and standardization of practices.

NFPA professional qualification standards identify file min imum job performance requirements (JPRs) for specific fire service positions. The standards can be used for training design mad evaluation, certification, measuring and critiquing on-the-job performance, defining hiring practices, and setting organizational policies, procedures, and goals. (Other applications are encouraged.)

In addit ion to these three components , file job performance requirements contain requisite knowledge and skills. Jus t as the term requisite suggests, dlese are the necessary knowledge and skills one must have prior to being able to perform tile task. Requisite knowledge and skills are the foundat ion for task performance.

Once the components and requisite are put together, the j ob performance requirements might read as follows•

Example: Establish a water shutde dump site, given two or more portable water tanks, low-level strainers, water transfer equipment, fire hose, and a fire...apparatus equipped with a fire pump, so that file tank being d ~ . . f r o m is kept full at all times, tile tank being dumped into is.::~ipi]•~'4~.first, and water is t ransferred efficiently from one tan~i.~M~e next.

(a) Requ¢.~ie " ~ d g e : . Local procedures for establishing a water sh~t.l:~ii.~, ump:~.~:~rinciples of water transfer between m u l ~ , ~ l e w ~ t ~

(b.~.~i?J~equ.~si[b Skills: Tl¢~ii~l~ility to deploy portable water tanks, c . ~ e c t ~ . operate w ~ r transfer equipment , and connect a ~ i ~ X l ~ , ~ ? ~ c f i o n hose to tile fire pump. Professional qualification standards for a specific j o b are

organized by major areas of responsibility def ined as duties. For example, tile fire f ighter 's duties might include fire SUl~pression, C-3 E ~ . ~ . ! e s of Potential Uses. rescue, and water supply; and d.ae public fire educator s duties :.%::::.~,. Certif]~.9.,.~:" JPRs can be used to establish the evaluation might include education, planning and development , and ~ : % : ~ . t e r i a f o r " : ~ f i c a t i o n at a specific j o b level. When used for administration. Duties are major functional areas of responsibility ~, "":::~.'.'~.ti.~t/i:i" evaluation must be based on the successful within a job. ::.-:~:,. ~ ' h of JPRs.

Tile professional qualification standards are written as J~!i~::, ":::-f:' F i ~ the evaluator would verify tile a t ta inment of requisite JPRs describe the performance required for a specific j.#:'jP~.'.i::i~ "':iii':.kn.gwledge and skills prior to j o b per formance requirements are gr duped accordin g to the duties, of..ajob. The co , i • ' " "ete list:?h'f:::. . . . . . . . . ... '!~luation.::: . This might be through documenta t ion review or JPRs for each duty defines what an mdmdua l must ~ ~ , t o .~!~.:~k::.,:, ':~..-'.:::~testing. in order to successfully oer form that duty. Tolzether, tile ' " ~ an~::'~'-~'~-: ~ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . • . . x-:-:-:::-:-.. ,:.::::...:::v r~ext, tile canctlctate WOUl(1 ulen De evaluated on com leung me thel rJPRs define the j o~ parameters that is ~le..~t~qBxtard a~cr~ : : . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . m~ , • , . . . . . . , ' .-::..:::~..-~:::: "-::.:::::::::-. .. / t ' l ~ l n e canaloate WOUld per lo rm me taSK ann De evaluatect WhOle is a ClescriDtlon ot a job. :4:: ........ "-',.:::::::::::x. ".:::::::x 4:- -~ , - _ _ - ....i:: . . . . . :~':.-'::':':: ":-'~:~:~:~.'.:~::~ nasect on tile evamaUon parameters a n d / o r performance 0 2 Breaking Down the Components of a j.~R. ''%iiii-, .:ii! U outcomes. This performance-based evaluation can be either

The JPR is tile assembly of three c r i t ~ f ~ p o n e n t s ~ ( ~ e e (i'able practical (for psychomotor skills such as "ventilate a roof") or C-2.)Tbese components are as follows: :'%iii~! .... ~-i: written (for cognitive skills such as "interpret burn patterns").

(a) Task that is to be per formed '~'%iiiii~:":"

(b) Tools, equipment, or materials that must 6~i~rovided t, demonst ra ted or observed. Cognitive skills (or mental skills) successfully complete the task

(c) Evaluation parameters a n d / o r performance outcomes

The task to be per formed. The first c o m p o n e n t is a concise, brief s ta tement of what the person is supposed to do.

TooLs, equipment, or materials that must be provided to successfully complete the task. This componen t ensures that all individuals complet ing the task are given the same minimal tools, equipment , or materials when being evaluated. By listing these items, the performer arid evaluator know wbat must be provided in order to complete the task.

Evaluation parameters and/or performance outcomes. This componen t defines how well one must per form each t a s k I f o r both tile per former ;rod tile evaluator. The j o b performance requirements guide performance towards successful complet ion by identifying evaluation parameters a n d / o r per formance outcomes. This port ion of tile j o b performance requirements promotes consistency in evaluation by reducing the variables used to gauge performance.

NOTE: Psychomotor skills are those physical skills that can be

cannot be observed, but are ra ther evaluated on how one completes file task (process oriented) or the task outcome (product oriented).

Using the previous example, a practical performance-based evaluation would measure the ability to "establish a water shuttle dump site." The candidate passes this particular evaluation if the standard was met - - that is, the tank being draf ted f rom is kept full at all times, the tank being dumped into is emptied first, and water is t ransferred efficiently from one tank to another.

Remember, when evaluating performance, you must give the person tile tools, equipment, or materials listed in the j ob

erformance requirements - - for example, a portable tank, a Iow- vel strainer, fire hose, and a fire apparatus equipped with a water

pump - - before he or she can be properly evaluated. C-4 Curriculum Development/Training Design and Evaluation.

The statements contained in this documen t that refer to job performance were designed and written asJPRs. While a resemblance to instructional objectives might be present, these statements should not be used in a teaching situation until after they have been modified for instructional use.

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JPRs state d~e behaviors required to perform specific skill(s) on die job as opposed to a learning situation. These statements should be converted into instructional objectives with behaviors, conditions, and standards d]at can be measured within the teaching/learning environment. AJPR that requires a driver/operator to "establish a water shuttle dump site" should be converted into a measurable instructional objective for use when teaching tile skill. [See Figure C-4(a).]

( ~ )

thelo*man ~ me w,te, s,t~lle dump =l~. l = s m m , . ~ e " x ~ " m e . * u ~ y manual, w . . "x" ~ c e m ,c~u,~ on •

The [~ ~ I ~ N ~ sh~l ktt the ~t Oc~dtl ~ i ~ ml ingmg t~e w ~ = t ~ , e s e n O =re at th~ d l ~ ~¢atlon, i s st~ed In the "XWZ" ~ l a s t4~y m i n ~ , w~h "X" ps*om ~ f oi~ i t ~ tmtn ~ I I o m m

I tm C*r.~OO~ att t shSdl i.a t ~ ~ e t m ~ hazmds I s ~

w ~ ~ ~ O u t l . mt~ "x" ~ m t ~ e c ~ c~ • wmen

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mmo d, ee~m h ~ ,s ke~, ~tt at ~ t t , r . ~ t h e im~ being dumpe~

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~ " r mlmr~mt o ~ t . . . . . . . aq t ~ u ~ . ~ o : ~ . . . . . . . t h - - = wroies t .=~ R W ~ f e B.~/s ~ ~ u y t o d of at:ka wIl~,t i~ks, ~ ¢ t mKI

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£x~uu~L£ ENAB~ ~GO~JECTfVES

The O~rt~r/Op~it~ ~ 1 d ~ t d a ~ Ih4 porlld~e Iwlk

The D ~ l ~ l a t ~ t . W~h the it~ttt m * e lect = Ike *~4~t=, S~lM a ~ a l , ~ l i l e Ih4 ~ ~ ted ln lqm b~ m ~ ma pt]r k,d:le

l o m ~ o l ~51 Ioo% m=~a~tc~ m me s~,=s meodm

Figure C,-4(a) ConvertingJPRs into instructional objectives. In the previous example, the job performance requirement

requiring a driver/operator to establish a water shuttle dump site should be converted into a measurable instructional objective for use when teaching the task. Using die example, a terminal instructional objective might read as follows:

The candidate will establish a water shuttle dump site, given t~ or more portable water tanks, Io~level strainers, water transfer equipment, fire hose, and a fire apparatus. . equipped with. a ~[.~...¢ pump, so that 100 percent accuracy ,s attmned on a s k d l ~ l . ~ . (At a minimum, die skills checklist should include measurement criteria from the JPR.)

Figure C-4(b) is a sample checklist for use in e~ objective. . ....

OBJECTIVE: The Driver/Operator

YES NO

I I I

I I I

I F- ]

I I I

I I I

I I I

a portable water tank, from its ~ 9 point on ~ p p a ~ t u s to its position of use, within 2 ~ . s . . a n d with 'f~) percent accuracy on the skills checklist "~::~i'..'..!:~ ~!~?

'~":?.-~i~:x :::::" :::%/:: j -

1. The tank was swiftly removed from its mounting on the apparatus.

2. Proper lifting and carrying techniques were used to remove andcarry the portable tank.

3. The tank was placed at the proper location for deployment.

4. A tarp or salvage cover was spread on the ground before the tank was opened.

5. The tank was open on the cover and facing the proper direction.

6. Task completed within 2 minutes,

Figure C-,-4(b) Skills checklist.

While file differences between job performance requirements and instructional objectives are subtle in appearance, the purpose of each statement differs gready.JPRs state what is necessary to perform the job in the "real world." Instructional objectives, however, are used to identify what students must do at the end of a training session and are stated in behavioral terms that are measurable in the training environment.

By convertingJPRs into instructional objectives, instructors will be able to clarify performance expectations and avoid confusion related to using statements designed for purposes other than teaching. Additionally, instructors will be able to add local/state/regional elements of performance into the standards as intended by tile developers.

Requisite skills and knowledge should be converted into enabling objectives. These help to define the course content. The course content would include each of the requisite knowledge and skills. Using Figure C-4(b), the enabling objectives are local procedures for establishing a water shuttle dump site, principles of water transfer between multiple portable water tanks, connection and operation of water transfer equipment, and so on. These ensure dlat the course content supports the terminal objective.

NOTE: It is assumed that the reader is familiar with curriculum development or training design and evaluation.

C-5 Other Uses. While the professional qualifications standards are principally

used to guide the development of training and. certification programs, there are a number of other potenual uses for the

die documents. Because documents are written using terms specific to job perglik'mance requirements, they lend themselves

.- ~.XX well to any a r e a ~ : ~ r o f e s s m n where a level of performance or expertise m u ~ : . d e t e r m l n e d .

T h e s e ~ n ~ ' : ' ~ " ,':m::~ include die following. E m p . ~ - ~ v a l u ' . ~ : ' ~ P e r f o r m a n c e Critiquing. TheJPRs can

be u s . ~ 6 ~ i d e b y ~ : : ~ f l e supervisor and the employee during an . .~ua~o/{ . The JPP, s " ~ a specific job define tasks that are ~ i a l ~.~::perform on-:--.4,he die evaluation criteria to ,::: ........ -'.-. .'.'~::. .job as well as me~..:t.{~l~m~.those tasks are completed.

Es|~i~ ~ Criteria. The professional qualifications 3 S ~ ,

hing Hiring standar~ i ~ .~_ used in a number of ways to further the : .¢.s . tablishm'~f hiring criteria. The authority having jurisdiction ~ . s i m p . ~ ' r e q u i r e certification at a spedfic job level--for ~ ¢ ' : ~ r i v e r / O p e r a t o r - P u m p s . The JPRs could also be used

the.'.i~is for pre-employment screening by establishing essential minimal tasks and the related evaluation criteria. An added benefit

dmt individuals interested in employment can work towards the ":]nimal hiring criteria at local colleges.

Establish a water shuttle dump site, so that the tank being drafted from is kept full at all times, tl]e tank being dumped into is emptied first, and water is transferred efficiently from one tank to the nexL

Requisite Knowledge: Local procedures for establishing a water shuttle dump site; principles of water transfer between multiple portable water tanks;

Requisite Skills:. Deployment of portable water tanks; connection and operation of water transfer equipment; connection of a strainer and suction hose to die fire pump.

Employee Development. The professional qualifications standards can be useful to bodl die employee and the employer in developing a plan for tl]e individual's g r o ~ h within die org~mization. The JPRs and die associated requisite knowledge and skills can be used as a guide to determine additional training and education required for the employee to master his job or profession.

Succession Planning. Succession planning or career padfing addresses die efficient placement of people into jobs in response to current needs and anticipated future needs. A career development path can be established for targeted individuals to prepare diem for growth within die organization. TheJPP, s and requisite knowledge and skills could then be used to develop an educational path to aid in the individual's advancement within the organization or profession.

Establishing Organizational Policies, Procedures, and Goals. The JPRs can be incorporated into organizational policies, procedures, and goals where employee performance is addressed.

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PART II

(Log #3) 1031- 1 - (3-2.10 (New)): Accept in Principle SUBMITTER: Mark Chubb, Southeastern Assoc. of Fire Chiefs, Inc. RECOMMENDATION: Add:

3-2.10 Describe the role of model codes and standards in tlae code enforcement process in dle)urisdiction, and identify the nrocedures used to revise or undate tlaese codes and standards.

3-2.10.1 Prereanisite Knowledge: Identify of file codes and standards adonted in die Jurisdiction and die procedures adonted by die organizations resnonsible for oromul~afin~ dlese documents. SUBSTANTIATION: Lack of a thorough understanding within the code enforcement community of die codes and standards development process used by the model code organizations and standards-making groups such as NFPA has led to misunderstandings about the enforceability of code provisions, and the relationships between dlese documents and state or local law. A working knowledge of the codes- and standards-making system will make inspectors more familiar widi the documentation which accompanies code development actions, and how it can be used to identify code intent and encourage code compliance. Inspectors should have a thorough knowledge not only of codes and standards requirements, but of the manner of developing and updating dlese documents as well. This knowledge will become increasingly import,ant as changes are contemplated in the current United States model code development system. COMMITTEE ACTION: Accept in Principle. COMMITTEE STATEMENT: The Committee agrees with the importance of understanding which codes are used in a jurisdiction and understanding the standards development process used by code organizations and standards-making groups. However, the Committee preferred to emphasize this knowledge by including it in relevant j ob performance requirements under the prerequisite knowledge sections.

Tile submitter is directed to die prerequisite knowledge lists used beginning in Chapter 4 Fire Inspector II, such as in 4-2.2.1, 4-2.4.1, 4-2.5.1, 4-2.7.1, and 6-2.8.1.

(Log #4) 1031- 2 - (3-2.10 (New)): Accept in Principle in Part SUBMITTER: Mark Chubb, Southeastern Assoc. of Fire Chiefs, Inc. RECOMMENDATION: Add new section to read as follows

3-2.10 Identify die legal requirements governing fire s~etv and building safety in the _iurisdicti°n ,and die statutorv authority and Drocedures for ~d0ptimt. enforcing, and revisin~ them.

3-2.10.1 ['l'~requisite IZ~nowiedge- State Statutes or local ordinances establishin~ or emnowering tile a~encv and the legal instrumerlts establishing or ad'ooting ti~e code: C~'~e law defining or limitin~ the anthoritv of state or local officials to adont or revise codes. SUBSTANTIATION: A surprising number of inspectors are eidler unfamiliar with die codes and standards in effect widlin their jurisdiction or do not understand die legal basis for adoption and enforcement of die codes and standards used in tlleir communities. Adoption and enforcement systems vary greatly aznongjurisdictions, with neighboring states and even local jurisdictions within states often having very different models for code adoption and enforcement. Many inspectors erroneously assume that die currently published editions of model codes and standards are enforceable even when dlese documents have not been legally adopted by dleirjurisdictions.

Failure to understand and adhere to statutory requirements in the adoption or enforcement of codes and standards within file

j urisdiction can compromise enforcement efforts and lead to lability for improper enforcement. Although entry-level fire

inspectors will not normally be responsible forprepar ing adopting legislation, tiley must be dloroughly familiar with die statutory anthority to perform dieir duties and die legal obligations placed ~PoOn diem by these requirements.

MMITTEE ACTION: Accept in Principle in Part. COMMITTEE STATEMENT: The Committee agrees with the import.ance of knowing die statutory authority for adopting, enforcing, and revising codes and standards used in a jurisdiction. However, the Committee feels dlat although some of this intent is addressed in the new 3-2.8, die fitil intent of diis requirement is

beyond the entry level and is more appropriately placed in the Inspector II and III levels of progression.

The submitter is directed to the new requirements in 4-2.8 and 5-2.3.

(Log #5) 1031- 3 - (4-4 and 5-4): Reject SUBMITTER: Martin Reiss, The RJA Group, Inc. RECOMMENDATION: Revise as follows:

Make Section 4-4 also applicable to the Fire Inspector III. Make Section 5-4 as the description for a "Fire Inspector III and

Plans Review Specialist." SUBSTANTIATION: The basic plans review requirements in 4-4 can also be applicable to a Fire Inspector lII. In order to unbundle the more detailed plans review requirements in 5-4 from the inspection duties in Chapter 5, create a new category of "Fire Inspector III and Plans Review Specialist." COMMITTEE ACTION: Reject. COMMITTEE STATEMENT: The revised document draft was intended to give die authority having jurisdiction more flexibility to meet inspector and plans review goals.

The submitter is directed to die last sentence of 1-2 Purpose, with die statement fllat it is not the intent of this standard to restrict any jurisdiction from exceeding or combining daese minimum requirements.

(Log #1) 1031- 4 - (44.1.1 (New)): Accept in Principle SUBMITTER: Martin H. Reiss, RolfJensen & Assoc., Inc. RECOMMENDATION: Add:

Prerequisite Knowledge: Tile understanding of how the building fire protection features and systems, such as alarm and detection and sprinklers, perform in meeting the intent of die applicable codes and standards. SUBSTANTIATION: The prerequisite knowledge necessary for dais level of plans review should be provided. COMMITTEE ACTION: Accept in Principle. COMMITTEE STATEMENT: The Description of Duty overview paragraphs in the new job performance requirement format, such as 4-4.1 Description of Duty for Fire Inspector 1, do not call for a listing of prerequisite knowledge. Instead, a specific prerequisite knowledge list is included with die rewrite of die individual job performance requirements within each duty.

For die referenced knowledge, die submitter is directed to die new 7-3.6.1 and 7-3.8.1

(Log #2) 1031- 5 - (5-4.1.1 (New)): Accept in Principle SUBMITrER: Martin H. Reiss, RolfJensen & Assoc_, Inc. RECOMMENDATION: Add:

Prerequisite Knowledge: The performance relationshi., ps among the fire protection features and systems in file building to analyze file overall system and the ability to meet the intent of tile applicable codes and standards. SUBSTANTIATION: Tile prerequisite knowledge necessary for file level ofplan review should be provided. COMMITTEE ACTION: Accept in Principle. COMMITTEE STATEMENT: The Description of Duty overview paragraphs in file new job performance requirement format, such

5-4.1 Description of Duty for Fire Inspector III, do not call for the listing of prerequisite knowledge. Instead, a prerequisite knowledge list is included with die rewrite of die individual job performance requirements within each duty.

Submitter is directed to die changes in die new %3.7.1.

(Log #CP1) 1031- 6- (Entire Document): Accept SUBMITI'ER: Technical Committee on Fire Inspector Professional Qualifications

[ RECOMMENDATION: Adopt a complete revision of NFPA 1031, [ Standard on Fire Inspector Professional Qualifications, as shown at [ the end of this report. Theproposed revision includes job [ performance requirements for plans examiners.

SUBSTANTIATION: The Technical Committee on Fire Inspector Professional Qualifications has reviewed file job performance

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requirements in NFPA 1031 for appropriateness and added job

~ erformance requirements for plans examiner at levels I and II. he plans examiner duties were considered for treatment as a

separate standard, but the committee believed it would be best to include dais material in NFPA 1031, and tiae Technical Correlating Committee agreed. Tbe committee completed a job task analysis for the job of plans examiner. The committee also modified the job performance requirements for fire inspector I, II, and III as needed to ensure they were up to date. COMMITTEE ACTION: Accept.

NFPA 1031

Standard for Professional Qualifications for

Fire Inspector and Plan Examiner

1998 Edition

NOTICE: An asterisk (*) following the number or letter designating a paragraph indicates that explanatory material on the paragraph can be found in Appendix A.

Information on referenced publications can be found in Chapter 8 and Appendix B.

Chapter 1 Administration

1-1 Scope. This standard identifies the professional levels of performance required for fire inspectors and plan examiners. It specifically identifies the job performance requirements necessary to perform as a fire inspector or a plan examiner.

1-2" Purpose. The purpose of this standard is to specify in terms of job performance requirements the minimum standards for professional competence for fire inspectors and plan examiners. This standard defines three levels of progression for fire inspector and two levels of progression for plan examiner. This standard does not address ma.....~...gement responsibilities, nor is it the intent of this standard t%~.'~g.t any jurisdiction from exceeding or combining thes%:!~inim/i'~h requirements.

1-3 G e ner al .~'.:::~i~i

i.J::....~-Plan I 1-3.1" ,~::'~...~ff~nspecit~i . . . . . . Examiner candidate shall provi.~'evl..d.eni:e of k n o w t ~ e of characteristics and behavior of fir%.-!!~.¢, pr'~ntionprinck~51es, written and oral communications, p t i t 5 1 ~ ~ , an d- basic math ematics.

1-$.2" TI~.'~.b p.erformance requirements for each level of : ~ 0 r o g r e s s i o ~ : l S e completed in accordance with recognized ~ . 0 . c e s and:~ifocedures or as defined by law or tiae autiaority

~.$ T~ ii~ job performance requirements need not be mastered in "~..e 9rder in which they appear. The local, state/provincial, or f : ~ training programs shall establish the Instructional priority i.~''d the gaining program content to prepare individuals to meet i-~he job performance requirements of this standard.

, 1-8.4 Evaluation of job performance requirements shall be by individuals approved by the authority having jurisdiction.

1-3.5 A person assigned the duties of Fire Inspector I shall meet all of the requirements defined in Chapter 3 prior to being certified as a Fire Inspector I.

1-3.6 A person assigned the duties of Fire Inspector II shall meet all of the requirements defined in Chapter 4 prior to being certified as a Fire Inspector II.

1-3.7" A person assigned the duties of Fire Inspector 111 shall meet all of the requirements defined in Chapter 5 prior to being certified as a Fire Inspector III.

1-$.8 A person assigned the duties of Plan Examiner I shall meet all of the requirements defined in Chapter 0 prior to being certified as a Plan Examiner I.

1-$.9 A person assigned the duties of Plan Examiner II shall meet all of the requirements defined in Chapter 7 prior to being certified as a Plan Examiner II.

1-3.10 The fire inspector and plan examiner at all levels of

~ rogression shall remain current with fire protection technology, re prevention practices, inspection methods, and current

apphcable codes and standards by attending workshops/seminars, by undergoing certification testing, or by means of professional publications and journals.

1-3.11 The fire inspector and plan examiner at all levels shall perform assigned duties safely. The authority having jurisdiction shall provide personal protective clothing and the equipment necessary to conduct assigned inspections and plan review.

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1-3.12" The fire inspector and plan examiner at all levels shall be provided with codes, standards, policies, and procedures applicable to the jurisdiction a n d t h e assignment.

1-3.13 The fire inspector and plan examiner at all levels shall complete insl?ections, plans review duties, and other related activities, so mat available time is used efficiently.

Chapter 2 Definitions

2-1" Definitions. For tile purpose of this standard, the following terms sball have the meanings given below.

Applicable Codes and Standards. Those codes and standards that are legally adopted and enforced by a jurisdiction at the time of construction of an occupancy or installation of a system or of equipment. These may include ordinances, statutes, regulations, or other legal documents adopted by the jurisdiction.

Approved. * Acceptable to tile authority having jurisdiction.

Authority Having Jurisdiction* The organization, office, or individual responsible for approving equipment, an installation, or a procedure.

Candidate. A person who has applied to become a fire inspector or plan examiner.

Construction Documents. Documents that consist of scaled design drawings and specifications for the purpose of construction of new facilities or modification to existing facilities.

Fire Growth Potential. The potential size or intensity of a fire over a period of time based on the available fuel and tile fire's configuration.

Fire Inspector I. An individual at the first level of progression who has met the job performance requirements specified in this standard for Level I. The Fire Inspector I conducts basic fire inspections and applies codes a n d standards.

Fire Inspector II. An individual at the second or intermediate level of progression who has met tile job performance "'" requirements specified in dais standard for Level 1I. The F t~ ~ : Inspector II conducts most types of inspections and i n t $ ~ , ts ~#" applicable codes and standards. ~'~i~i ~ ~

Fire ~ and ~ ~t adv Inspector III. An individual at the third level ot progression who has met tile job p e r f o ~ ~.,,~.,.,.~_. e ~..::

~pecified in this standard for ~.~tollIl. l~.~!~ns~..~ iew .::~i {''~: requirements s Inspector III performs all types of fire insp...~ s, p duties, and resolves complex code-relate~;~:~ "~!:'':~?.::. !

Fire Protection Systems. Systems, devices, and e'~'.'.'~..i ne.~.¢~ed to detect a fire and its by-products, actuate an alarm, Oi f.~.t~ or control a fire and its by-products, or any combinatio~ ffl resslereof.

Job Performance Requirement, A statement that describes a job task, lists the items necessary to complete the task, and

fines measurable or observable outcomes and evaluation areas for file specific task.

Labeled. Equipment or materials to which has been attached a label, symbol, or other identifying mark of an organization that is acceptable to the authority baying jurisdiction and concerned with product evaluation, that maintains periodic inspection of production of labeled equipment or materials, and by whose labeling tile manufacturer indicates compliance with appropriate standards or performance in a specified manner.

Listed. * Equipment, materials, or services included in a list

~ ublished by an organization that is acceptable to the authority avingjurisdiction and concerned with evaluation of products or

services, that maintains periodic inspection of production of listed equipment or materials or periodic evaluation of services, and whose listing states that either the equipment, material, or service meets identified standards or has been tested and found suitable for a specified purpose.

Means of Egress. Means of egress include the exit access, exit enclosure, exit discharge, doors, hardware, arrangement, capacity, marking, and illumination; all of wilich are intended to allow

building occupants to promptly exit a building in the event of an emergency.

Personal Protective Clothing. Clothing provided for the fire inspector's personal protection, including a he lme t /ha rd hat, safety glasses, safety shoes/boots, gloves, and coveralls.

Plan. A graphic representation of a building or portion of a building, fire protection system, or fire assembly or equipment. The plan can include specifications, cut sheets, and other engineering data. The term includes sketches, site plans, floor plans, shop drawings, and blueprints.

Plan Examiner I. An individual at the first level of progression who has met the job performance requirements specified in dais standard for Level I. The Plan Examiner I conducts basic plan reviews and applies codes and standards.

Plan Examiner II. An individual at the second or most advanced level of progression who has met the job performance requirements specified in this standard for Level II. The Plan Examiner II conducts plan reviews and interprets applicable codes and standards.

Process and Operations. Examples of processes and operations include the manufacture, storage, and transportation of goods and

d dispensing chemicals; the storag,~ an " of flammable and combustible liquid.s.~.ds, and gases;: and the manufacture, use, storage, and t r a ~ i b r t a i ~ n of explosives, spray painting, milling, and me like. .~'..:'-',~. .:~.~:" ".::.:-~ .'.~:-.'~::..

Requts l te . .~ ."~ledge~.undamenta l knowledge one must have in

Shall.

~ l s . The es~.,~fitial skills one must have in order to . ~ c task.

~ : t e s a mandatory requirement. ".'.-.~!~.$& ..,.'~."

wi'~':~ ~" Scaled working drawings, equipment cutsheets, ulations. (See Construction Documents.)

indicates a recommendation or that which is advised but

~Ksk. A specific job behavior or activity.

Chapter 3 Fire Inspector I

3-1 General. The Fire Inspector I shall meet the job performance requirements defined in Sections 3-2 through 3-4. In addition, the Fire Inspector I shall meet the requirements of Section 2-2 of NFPA 472, Standard for Professional Competevw* of Responders to Hazardous Materials Incidents.

3-2 Administration. This duty involves the preparation of correspondence and inspection reports, handh'ng of complaints, and maintenance of records, according to the following job performance requirements.

3-2.1 Prepare written correspondence to communicate fire protection and prevention practices, given a common fire safety issue, so that the correspondence is concise, accurately reflects applicable codes and standards, and is appropriate for the intended audience.

(a) Requisite Knowledge: Applicable codes and standards adopted by the jurisdiction, policies of the jurisdiction.

(b) Requisite Skills: The ability to do code-related research, and to clearly express code requirements orally and in writing.

3-2.2 Prepare inspection reports, given observations from a field inspection, so that the report is clear and concise and accurately reUects the findings of the inspection in accordance with applicable codes and standards.

(a) Requisite Knowledge: Applicable codes and standards adopted by die jurisdiction, policies o f the jurisdiction.

(b) Requisite Skills: The ability to interpret codes and standards, write reports, and to communicate verbally and in writing.

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$2.3 Recognize the need for a permit, given a situation or condition, so that requirements for permits are communicated in accordance with the policies of the jurisdiction.

(a) Requisite Knowledge" Permit policies of the jurisdiction, the rationale for the permit.

(b) Requisite Skills: The ability to communicate verbally and in writing.

3-2.4 Recognize the need for plan review, given a situation or condition, so that requirements for plan reviews are communicated in accordance with the policies of the jurisdiction.

(a) Requisite Knowledge: Plan review policies of the jurisdiction, and the rationale for the plan review.


$-2.5 Investigate common complaints, given a reported situation or condition, so that complaint information is recorded, the appropriate process is initiated, and the complaint is resolved.

(a) Requisite Knowledge: Applicable codes and standards adopted by the jurisdiction, policies o f the jurisdiction.

(b) Requisite Skills" The ability to interpret codes and standards, communicate verbaJly and in writing, recognize problems, and to refer complaints.

3-2.6 Maintain files, given inspection reports, complaint investigations, and related documents, so that information can be easily retrieved and is filed in compliance with the record-keeping policies of the organization.

(a) Requisite Knowledge: Legal requirements for record retention, freedom of information requests, community right-to-know laws, and operational procedures of the organization.

(b) Requisite Skills: The ability to organize.

3-2.7 Identify the applicable code or standard, given a fire protection, fire prevention, or life safety related issue, so th: proper document, edition, and section are referenced. .:~

(a) Requisite Knowledge: Applicable codes and by the jurisdiction.

(b) Requisite Skills: The ability to make interpret codes.

3-2.8 Testify at legal proceedings, given d ~ ' ~ O . g s of a f i ~ inspection or a complaint and consultation w i ~ i ~ i c o u ~ l , so that all information ~s presented accurately and t l '~pe. ,g. .~i"s demeanor is appropriate for the proceeding. ~':'~:"::~-~ff~"

.~.:.-...-.::.-, (a) Requisite Knowledge: The legal requirements p~ta in ing to

evidence rules in the legal system, knowledge of types of legal proceedings.

(b) Requisite Skills: 'The ability to maintain an appropriate courtroom demeanor, to communicate, to listen, and to differentiate facts from opinions.

3-3 Field Inspection. This duty involves fire safety inspections of new and existing structures and properties for construction, occupancy, fire protection, and exposures, according to the following job perfo,mance requirements.

3-3.1 Identify the occupancy classification of a single-use occupancy, given a description of the occupancy and its use, so that an accurate classification is made according to the applicable codes and standards.

(a) Requisite Knowledge: Occupancy classification types; applicable codes, regulations, and standards adopted by the jurisdiction; operational features; and fire hazards presented by various occupancies.

(b) Requisite SkilL,:: The ability to make observations and proper decisions.

3-3.2 Compute the allowable occupant load of a single-use occupancy or portion thereof, given a detailed description of the occupancy, so that the calculated allowable occupant load is established in accordance with applicable codes and standards.

(a) Requisite Knowledg~ Occupancy classification types; applicable codes, regulations, and standards adopted by the jurisdiction; operational features; fire hazards presented by various occupancies; and occupant load factors.

(b) Requisite Skills: The ability to mathematically calculate accurate occupant loads, identify occupancy factors related to various occupancy types, use measuring tools, make field sketches, and use a calculator.

3-3.3* Inspect means of egress elements, given observations made during a field inspection of an existing building, so that means of egress elements are maintained in compliance with applicable codes and standards and all deficiencies are identified, documented, and reported in accordance with the policies of the jurisdiction.

(a) Requisite Knowledge: Applicable codes and standards adopted by the jurisdiction related to means of egress elements, maintenance requirements of egress elements; types of construction; occupancy egress requirements; and the relationship

systems to egress requirements; and to ss, including but not limited to doors,

of fixed fire protectk acceptable means .,~.'i hardware, and ! ! ~ s .

(b) Requis~N~i problems,.::~fl~!ate

. . . . . . ~;~rin~ egress, u~::~

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r e ~ ' ~ . . ~ e c t , P r °J e c t " ~ i : t h ~ " ~ t a ; t e is classifi . and stan&~

~-T.he ability to observe and recognize , " : ~ . = basic decisions related to means of

..n0take field sketches, and write reports.

~:.the type o f . ~ t r u c t i o n for an addition or (~..~ect, given" field observations or a description of the ~i~"-'~tnaterials being used, so that the construction type ~_ . ' d recorded in accordance with the applicable codes

m ~ . ~ the policies of the jurisdiction. ~::.~. -......-...~ ~ ..:-:., -

.... ~i~i~ui~i~!~::'Knowledg,: Applicable codes and standards adopted . l z , ~ ~ c t i o n , types of construction classification, rated t~astrti...q~bn components, and accepted building construction

mthods and materials. ~...-&... <: ~ Requisite Skills: The ability to read plans, make decisions, ad interpret codes.

3-$.5* Determine the operational readiness of existing fixed fire suppression systems, given test documentation and field observations, so that the system(s) is in an operational state, maintenance is documented, and all deficiencies are identified, documented, and reported in accordance with the policies of the jurisdiction.

(a) Requisite Knowledge" A basic understanding of the components and operation of fixed fire suppression systems, applicable codes and standards.

(b) Requisite Skills: The ability to observe, make decisions, recognize problems, and read reports.

3-3.6* Determine the operational readiness of existing fire detection and alarm systems, given test documentation and fe ld observations, so that the systems are in an operational state, maintenance is documented, and all deficiencies are identified, documented, and reported in accordance with the policies of the jurisdiction.

(a) Requisite Knowledge" A basic understanding of the components and operation of fire detection and alarm systems and devices, applicable codes and standards.

(b) Requisite Skills: The ability to observe, make decisions, recognize problems, and read reports.

3-3.7* Determine the operational readiness of existing portable fire extinguishers, given field observations and test documentation, so that the equipment is in an operational state, maintenance is documented, and all deficiencies are identified, documented, arid reported in accordance with the policies of the jurisdiction.

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(a) Requisite Knowledge: A basic understanding of portable fire extinguishers, components, and placement, applicable codes and standards.

(b) Requisite Skills: Tile ability to observe, make decisions, recognize problems, and read reports.

3-3.8" Recognize hazardous conditions involving equipment, processes, and operations, given field observations, so that the equipment, processes, or operations are conducted and maintained in accordance with applicable codes and standards, and all deficiencies are identified, documented, and reported in accordance with the policies of the jurisdiction.

(a) Requisite Knowledge: Practices and techniques of code compliance inspections, fire behavior, fire prevention practices, ignition sources, safe housekeeping practices, and classification of hazardous materials.

(b) Requisite Skills: The ability to observe, communicate, interpret codes, recognize problems, and make decisions.

3-3.9 Compare an approved plan to an installed fire protection system, given approved plans and field observations, so tbat any modifications to the system are identified, documented, and reported in accordance with tile policies of the jurisdiction.

(a) Requisite Knowledge: Fire protection symbols and terminology.

(b) Requisite Skills: Tile ability to read and comprehend plans for fire protection systems, observe, communicate, interpret codes, recognize problems, and make decisions.

3-3.10* Verify that emergency planning and preparedness measures are in place and have been practiced, given fieldobservations, copies of emergency plans, and records of exercises, so that plans

encountered are properly addressed and all deficiencies are identified, documented, and reported in accordance with the policies of file jurisdiction.

(a) Requisite Knowledge: Classification, properties, labeling, transportation, storage, handling, and use of hazardous materials.

(b) Requisite Skills: The ability to observe, communicate, interpret codes, recognize problems, and make decisions.

3-5.14 Recognize a hazardous fire growth potential in a building or space, given field observations, so that the hazardous conditions are identified, documented, and reported in accordance with the policies of the jurisdiction.

(a) Requisite Knowledge: Basic fire behavior, flame spread and smoke development ratings of contents, interior finishes, building construction elements, decorations, decorative materials, furnishings, and safe housekeeping practices.

(b) Requisite Skills: The ability to observe, communicate, interpret codes, recognize hazardous conditions, and make decisions.

3-4 Plans Review. No job performance requirements for Fire Inspector I.

- ~ t e r 4 Fire Inspector II ~-::"~" "'~:"'f::9

4-1 General. T'.~':~!i.F..ige Inspector II shall meet the job performance requiremen~ii~f i /$~i ~ Sections 4-2 through 4-4.

...-, --'.-::~::. ".::~:~:~:~..:'::, 4-2 A - d m ~ g n . T~i~p.~..::involves research, interpretation of codes}.:i:~ple~':tnting p o l ~ & s t i f y i n g at legal proceedings, and cre~.'.#.g f o ~ s and job a'.~; according to the following job p e l~ ;~ ;~n ~ ' ~ 91u i r e m e n is.

are prepared and exercises have been performed in accordance 4-2.1 D d i ~ i ~ written correspondence to communicate fire with applicable codes and standards, and all deficiencies are -!~:.:::::~..protection"~'.&'::p..~vention requirements, given a complex fire safety identified, documented, and reported in accordance with tile " ' ~ M e , . so t h a t ' ~ " correspondence reflects research and accurate policies of the jurisdiction. ":-:..:~:: " i ' ~ . ~ 3 t i ~ : ' o f applicable codes and standards and is appropriate - - ":!iiii, f ~ f f ~ ] ~ ' ~ " d e d audience.

(a) Requisite Knowledge: Requirements relative to emergen~y:~::!,i:.. %:#" .::j evacuation drills that are required within tile jurisdiction, .:i#':":':%lli~ "'i!:.(a) P, equisite Knowledge: Applicable codes and standards adopted identification of ways to conduct a n d / o r evaluate fire clr~'~in :::::iii i: B.'%~i:e jurisdiction and tile interrelationship between those codes warious occupancies, and human behavior during fire~i-~i:: . . . . . :i~i~i~!i!~:.~. ":~!-:..~ regulations, various sources for additional reference materials emergencies. " "%i~iif::" '::-'-%ji!i:~.:..:!ificelated to code enforcement.

(b) Requisite Skills: The ability to identify f l a e . : . ~ . ~ y . "%--i"::..~::?:" evacuation requirements contained in tile apk~'cable C~.~::and :'%i" .... standards, and to interpret plans and repor.~ji'.:.:::.. ":~:.'..'.'~!: ::--

3-3.11 Inspect emergency access for a site, give/~ii'.~.'.~...d obse~ t ions , so that the required access for emergency respon~l~::~s rck~$atained or so that deficiencies are identified, documented, "~i . :~ ' r rec ted in accordance with the applicable codes, standards ~ policies of the jurisdiction.

(a) Requisite Knowledge: Applicable codes and standards, tile policies of tile jurisdiction, and emergency access and accessibility requirements.

(b) Requisite Skills: Tile ability to identify tile emergency access requirements contained in tile applicable codes and standards, to observe, to make decisions, and to use measuring tools.

3-3.12" Verify code compliance for incidental storage, handling, and use of flammable and combustible liquids and gases, given field observations and inspection guidelines fi'om tile authority having jurisdiction, so that applicable codes and standards are addressed and all deficiencies are identified, documented, and reported in accordance with tile policies of the jurisdiction.

(a) Requisite Knowledge: Classification, properties, labeling, storage,handling, and use of incidental amounts of flammable and combustible liquids and gases.

(b) Requisite Skills: Tile ability to observe, communicate, interpret codes, recognize problems, and make decisions.

3-3.13" Verify code compliance for incidental storage, handling, and use of hazardous materials, given field observations, so that applicable codes and standards for each bazardous material

(b) Requisite Skills: Familiarity with code-related research, ability to clearly express code requirements orally and in writing.

4-2.2 Create inspection checklists and forms, given applicable codes, standards, and policies and procedures of the jurisdiction, so that file materials developed are clear and concise and key issues are addressed.

(a) Requisite Knowledge: Inspection elements required by codes, standards, policies, and procedures of the jurisdiction.

(b) Requisite Skills: The ability to clearly express code requirements of the jurisdiction in writing, to organize code inspection elements in a logical and complete format for use as a guide to perform uniform and effective fire code inspections.

4-2.3 Process a permit application, given a specific request, so that tile application is evaluated and a permit is issued or denied in accordance with tile applicable codes, standards, policies, and procedures of the jurisdiction.

(a) Requisite Knowledge: Permit application process, applicable codes, standards, policies, and procedures of tile jurisdiction.

(b) Requisite Skills: Tile ability to communicate verbally and in writing.

4-2.4 Process a plan review application, given a specific request, so that the application is evaluated and processed in accordance with tile applicable policies and procedures of tile jurisdiction.

(a) Requisite Knowledge: Plan review application process, code requirements of the jurisdiction, policies and procedures of the jurisdiction.

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(b) Requisite SldUs: The ability to communicate verbally and in writing on matters related to code requirements, policies, and procedures of the jurisdiction.

4-2.5 Testify at legal proceedings, given the f i n d ~ of a plan review and consultation with iel~al counsel, so that all information is presented accurately and the inspector's demeanor is appropriate to the proceeding.

(a) P~uislte Knowledge: The legal requirements pertaining to evidence rules in the legal system, knowledge of types of legal proceedings.

(b) Re~isite SkiUs: Familiarity with courtroom demeanor, commumcation, and listening skills; the ability to differentiate facts from opinions.

4-2.6 Investigate complex complaints, given a reported situation or condition, so that complaint information is recorded, the appropriate process is initiated, and the complaint is resolved.

(a) Requisi~ Knowl~ige: Applicable codes and standards adopted by the jurisdiction, policies of the jurisdiction.

(b) P, equisi~ ~iUs: The ability to interpret codes and standards, communicate verbally and in writing, recognize problems, and refer complaints.

4-2.7 Recommend modifications to codes and standards of the jurisdiction, given a fire safety related issue, so that the proposed codes and standards are properly written and address the problem, need, or deficiency.

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(a) Requisi~ Knowledge: State statutes or local ordinances establishing or empowering the agency to adopt, enforce, and revise codes and standards; the legal instruments establishing or adopting codes and standards; the development and adoption process for fire and life safety legislation or regulations.

(b) Requisite Shills: The ability to recognize problems, communicate, and identify cost/risk benefits.

4-2.8 Recommend policies and procedures for the delivery inspection services, given management objectives, so that inspections are carried out in accordance with the policj~f jurisdiction and due process of the law is followed.

(a) Requisite Knowledge: Policies and procedures~g the., ~ . jurisdiction related to code enforcement, sourc.~ll~ bl~¢ - technical information relating to fire protecti~t~'and ~ ~,

(b) Requisite Skills: The ability to identif~r~i~i~tab ' ~ction methods and materials related to fire safety, to ] q ~ pret construction plans and spedfications, to commu k / ~ ly and in writing, to educate, to conduct research, to ma~ ~ns, to recognize problems, and to resolve conflicts.

4-3 Field Inspection. This duty involves code enforcement inspections, and analyses, of new and existing structures, and properoes for construction, occupancy, fire protection, and exposures, according to the following job requirements.

4-3.1 Compute the occupant load of a multi-use building, given field observations or a description of its uses, so that the maximum occupant load calculation is accurate and in accordance with applicable codes and standards.

(a) R~uisite Knowledge: How to calculate occupant loads for an occupancy and for building use; and code requirements, regulations, operational features, and fire baTards presented by various occupancies.

(b ) Requisite ~ills: The ability to mathematically calculate accurate occupant loads, identify occupancy factors related to various occupancy types, use measuring tools, read plans, and use a calculator.

4-3.2 Identify the occupancy classification of a mixed-nse building, given a description of the uses, so that each area is properly classified in accordance with applicable codes and standards.

(a) Requisite gnowlatgg Occupancy classification types, applicable codes and standards, operational features, and fire hazards presented by various occupancies.

(b) Rsquisite ~ills: The ability to interpret code requirements and to recognize building uses that fall into each classification of occupancy types.

4-3.$ Determine the type of construction in a new building, given plan review and observations or a description of the building's height, area, occupancy, and construction features, so that the construction type is properly classified according to applicable codes and standards.

(a) Rw/ui.6~ K~latge. . Building construction with emphasis on fire-rated construction, evaluation of methods of construction and assemblies for fire rating, analysis of test results, and manufacturer's specifications.

(b) Requisite Skills: The ability to identify characteristics of each type of building construction.

4-$.4* Evaluate fire protection systetm and equipment provided for the protection of a building or facility, given field observations of the facility and documentation, the ha~rds protected, and the system specifications, so that the fire protection systems provided are appropriate for t l~ occupancy orhazard being protected and are installed in c o ~ c e with applicable codes and standards, and all deficiencj~are3~kntified, documented and reported in accordance w i ~ l l ~ o l i d e s of the jurisdiction.

(a) R s q u ~ " " n o , , ~ i c a b l e codes and standards for fire p r o t e c ~ . ~ g a l science as it relates to fire beacbeyV~ce~Sp e ~ m ~ p p r e s s ~ , instaliation techniques and

cti0n, te~ kg and repot~ of maintenance of c o ~ l ~ ~ l l a f i o n s , axld use and function of various systems,

(b) ~ Sk(lls: The ability to recognize problems, use codes .and s t a x t ~ read reports, plans, and specifications,

e e emeo o f bui . . o r o n o f a ervations made during a field inspection, so that

elements are provided and located m accordance codes and standards and all deficiencies are

i~hggfified, documented, and reported in accordance with the cies of the jurisdiction.

(a) Requisite Know g~" Acceptable means of egress devices.

(b) Rcqu/s/te ~///s: The ability to calculate egress requirements, read plans, and make decisions related to the adequacy of egress.

4~.6" Evaluate hazardous conditions involving equipment, processes, and operations, given field observations and appropriate documentation, so that the equipment, processes, or ope-r/aio-ns are installed in accordance with applicable codes and standards and all deficiencies are identified, documented, and reported in accordance with the policies of the jurisdiction.

(a) P ~ t e Knowledge. Ap!~licable codes and standards, accepted fire protection pracUces, fire behavior, ignition sources, safe housekeeping practices, and additional reference materials related to code enforcement.

(b) P,~/u/s/te ~ : The ability to observe, communicate, interpret codes, recognize problems, and make derisions.

4-3.7 Evaluate emergency planning and preparednessprocedures, given copies of existing or proposed plans and procedures, to determine their applicability to the facility and their compliance with codes and standards.

(a) Requisite Knowla~" Occupancy requirements for emergency evacuation plans, fire safety programs for crowd control, roles of agencies and individuals in implementation and development of emergency evacuation plans, and information sources tor emergency evacuation plans.

(b) Ra/u/s/te 5~///s: The ability to compare submitted plans and procedures with applicable codes and standards adopted by the jurisdiction.

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4-3.8 Verify fire flows for a site, given fire flow test results and water supply data, so that required fwe flows are in accordance with applicable codes and standards and all deficiencies are identified, documented, and reported in accordance with the policies of the jurisdiction.

(a) Requisite Knowledge: Identify the types of water distribution systems and other water sources in the local community, water distribution system testing, characteristics of public and private water supply systems, andflow testing procedures.

(b) Requisite Skills: The ability to use Pitot tube and gauges and to calculate and graph fire flow results.

4-8.9 Verify code compliance for storage, handling, and use of flammable and combustible liquids and gases, given field observations and inspection guidelines from the authority having jurisdiction, so that applicable codes and standards are addressed and all deficiencies are identified, documented, and reported in accordance with the policies of the jurisdlction.

(a) Requisite Knowledge" Flammable and combustible liquids properties and hazards, material safety data sheet, safe handling practices, appropriate codes and standards, fire protection systems and equipment appropriate for the material, fire behavior, safety procedures, and storage compatibility.

(b) Requisite Skills: The ability to identify typical fire hazards associated with processes or operations utilizing flammable and combustible ii.quids, and to observe, communicate, interpret codes, recogmze problems, and make decisions.

4-$.10 Evaluate code compliance for the storage, handling, and use of hazardous materials, given field observations, so that applicable codes and standards for each hazardous material encountered are properly addressed and all deficiencies are identified, documented, and reported in accordance with the policies of the jurisdiction.

(a) Requisite Knowledge" Hazardous materials properties and hazards, material safety data sheet, safe handling practices, appropriate codes and standards, fire protection systems and equipment appropriate for the material, fire behavior, safety procedures, chemical reactions, and storage compatibility.

(b) Requisite Skills: The ability tO identify t~pical fire " I ~ " ~ ~ ' ' ' ' ~ associated with processes or operations utilizing h ~ ~ materials, and to observe, communicate, interpret co~ problems, and make decisions.

4-3.11 Determine fire growth potential in a b ~ ~ field observations or pl'ans, so that the c o n ~ inter construction elements can he evaluated f 6 1 " ~ ~ r ~ h , aJ~ applicable codes and standards and all d e f i c i ~ ~ identified, documented, and corrected in accordance with ,licit, lid of the jurisdiction. ~ ' ~

decof~ (a) Requisite Knowledge: Basic fire behavior, ions, decorative materials, furnishings, and safe housekeeping practices.


4-3.12 Inspect emergency access for a site, given field observations, so that the required access for emergency responders is provided, approvals areissued, or deficiencies are identified, documented, and corrected in accordance with the applicable codes, standards, and policies of the jurisdiction.

(a) Requisite Knowledge" Applicable codes and standards, the policies of the jurisdiction, and emergency access and accessibility requirements.

(b) Requisite Skills: The ability to identify emergency access requirements contained in the applicable codes and standards, and to observe, to make decisions, a n d t o use measuring tools.

4-4 Plans Review. Tltis duty involves field verification of shop drawings, plans, and construction documents to ensure that they meet the intent of applicable codes and standards for fire and life safety, according to the following job performance requirements.

4-4.1 Classify the occupancy type, given a set of plans, spedfications, and a description of a building, so that the classification is made according to applicable codes and standards.

(a) Requisite Knowledg~ Occupancy classification types, applicable codes and standards, regulations, operational features, and fire hazards presented by various occupancies.

(b) Requisite Skills: The ability to read plans.

4-4.2 Compute the occupant load, given a floor plan of a building or portion of the building, so that the calculated occupant load is in accordance with applicable codes and standards.

(a) Requisite Knowledge: How to calculate occupant loads for an occupancy and building use, code requirements, regulations, operational features, and fire hazards presented by various occupancies.

(b) Requisite Skills: The ability to mathematically calculate accurate occupant loads, identify occupancy factors related to various occupancy types, use measuring tools, read plans, and use a calculator.

4-4.B Field verify the installation of a fire protection system, given shop drawings and system specifications for a process or operation, so that the system is r~viewed for code compliance, installed in accordance with th~:k~'~roved drawings, and all deficiencies are identified, d o c u r n ~ t e ~ d reported in accordance with the policies of th~

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~l?er selection, distribution, location, ~nguishers; methods used to evaluate Cater supply systems used for fire ~ting of automatic sprinkler, water andfire pumps; evaluation and testing ms including CO~, Halon, foam, and testing of automatic fire detection and

" ~ ' ~ . u j ~ . ~ " Skills: The ability to read basic floor plan or shop to idenay mhols used by the ju diction

~ . 4 Verify that egress elements are provided, given a floor plan of • , ~ d i n g or portion of a building, so that all elements are i~nti" ntified, . . . . . checked a "nst applicable codes and standards, and ~xny defioenctes are L "d~cJovered and commumcated m accordance with the policies of the jurisdiction.

(a) Requisite Knowledge.. Applicable codes and standards adopted by the jurisdiction, the identification of standard symbols used m plans, and field verification practices.

(b) l~luialte ~ i l ~ The ability to read plans and to research codes and standards.

4-4.5 Field verify the construction type of a building or portion thereof, given a set of approved plans and specifications, so that the construction type complies with the approved plans and applicable codes and standards.

(a) Requisite Knowledge: Building construction with emphasis on fire-rated construction, evaluation of methods of construction and assemblies for fire rating, analysis of test results, and manufacturer's specifications.

(b) Requisite Shills: The ability to identify characteristics of each type of building construction.

Chapter 5 Fire Inspector Ill

5-1 General. The Fire Inspector llI shall meet the job performance requirements defined in Sections 5-2 through 5-4.

5-2 Administration. This duty involves recommendation, creation, and evaluation of policies and procedures for fire safety inspections and code enforcement activities, according to the following job performance requirements.

5-2.1 Generate written correspondence related to the issuance of appeals and variances, given a request for a variance or an appeal, so that the resulting document clearly addresses the issue and is appropriate for the intended audience.

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(a) Requisite Knowledge" The established procedure for modification of applicable codes and standards, the judicial review process, and dae established appeals procedure for the jurisdiction.

(b) Requisite Skills: The ability to interpret codes and standards, communicate requirements, make decisions, listen, read reports and plans, evaluate, and issue written reports.

5-2.2 Facilitate code adoption and modification processes, given fire loss data and a demonstrated need or deficiency, so that the code is properly written and precisely addresses the identified need or defioency.

(a) Requisite Knowledge: The development and adoption process for fire safety legislation or regulations.

(b) Requisite Skills. The ability to compose legally adoptable language, recognize problems, make observations, and communicate to legislative authority.

5-2.$ Assess ti~e impact of proposed codes, ordinances, and other legislation, given dr;fit documents, so that tile impact of the Pdroposal on fire safety and code enforcement activities is

ocumented.

(a) Requisite Knowledge" The process for the development of codes and standards at the local, state/provincial, and national level, sources d~at can provide information and technical assistance in flae development of fire safety legislation.

(b) Requisite Skills' The ability to recognize problems, communicate, and identify cost/risk benefit.

5-2.4 Develop policies and procedures for the administration of inspection functions, given management objectives, so that the policies are dearly defined and concise and in accordance with the legal obligations of the jurisdiction.

(a) Re~tuisite Knowledge" Legal precedence and the various systems of government that affect the performance of the fire inspector's duties, how to read blueprints and identify symbols related to construct ionplans and specifications, policies and procedures of the jurisdiction related to code enforcement ..:~4.'a plans review, sources of detailed and technical informatio.~.'~l~ to plans and specifications. .o,..?:.~"

(b) Requisite SkilLs: The ability to identify ac methods and materials related to fire safety, to construction plans ~md specifications, to comr in writing, and to educate, research, make d¢~ problems, and resolve conflicts. ..:~i

5-2.5 Suggest technical reference material acqdf~ scope of responsibility, budget limitations, and s related issues, so that resources matching specifi acquired within bmlget limitations.

(a) Requisite Knowledga" Types and sources of publications, including approval and listings guides, codes and standards, and technical references.

(b) Requisite Skilb:: The ability to recognize the need for materials, identify correct materials, calculate budget impact, and make decisions regarding priorities.

5-2.6 Enforce pemdt regulations, given a report of a violation, so that revocation decisions are in accordance with the policies of the jurisdiction and applicable codes and standards.

(a) Requisite Knowledg~ Legal authority for permit issuance and revocation, and applicable codes and standards adopted by the jurisdiction.

(b) Requisite Skills: The ability to communicate, make decisions, evaluate consequences of improper enforcement, and evaluate skills of others.

5-2.7 Enforce plan review regulations, given a report of a violation, so that corrective action is taken in accordance with the policies of the jurisdiction and applicable codes and standards.

(a) Requisite Knowledge: Legal authority for review and applicable codes and standards adopted by the jurisdiction.

(b) Requisite Skills: The ability to communicate, make decisions, evaluate consequences of improper enforcement, and evaluate skills of others.

5-2.8 Initiate legal action related to a fire code violation, given a description of a violation and a legal opinion, so that the action taken is in accordance with the policies of the jurisdiction and due process of law is followed.

(a) Requisite Knowledge: Legal procedure for fire code enforcement, authority and limitations of police powers.

(b) Requisite Skills: The ability to communicate and write reports.

5-2.9 Recommend a program budget, given organizational goals, budget guidelines, and organizational needs, so that overall program needs are addressed within budget guidelines.

(a) Requisite Knowledge: Budget procedures of the jurisdiction, revenue sources, and funding mechanisms.

(b) Requisite Skills: The ability to recognize problems, measure cost/benefit, identify additional resources, communicate, and write reports.

5-2.10 Evaluate the cQmoletion and correctness of inspection reports and compl.~...~A.~orms and checklists, given applicable codes and s t a n ~ . ~ , ~'~ff~olicies and procedures of die jurisdiction, s ~ a e inf, ormation contained in the report forms and checklls.t~.'~ c ~ :~ t, clear, and concise and key issues are • ..~ ~ ] : ' ~ addressed.~_ '~mph, 3Mth applicable codes, standards, and

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(a#.$~qui~..e Knowledge:.~g.Applicable codes and standards adopted b ~ ~ o n and th~ interrelationslfip between d, ose codes

'~VariOU$ and r~ on~ sources for additional reference materials related ~ e enforcement.

~) . . . Requi~ Familiarity with code-related research, and .~-...x.,.~.~. t~ ~mpare code requirements of jurisdiction with

~or ~p.r...~g~ ts and to provide corrective information or ~ ' r r e c ~ where necessary.

".x?'..!~,.[~. ~t Design a filing system given ins ection requirements and .-,~.~ , P ..~i~ds, fire code complaints," and related documents, so that

~nformation may be efficiently maintained and retrieved and is 'maintained in accordance with tile record-keeping process of the jurisdiction and state and federal requirements.

(a) Requisite Knowledga" Legal requirements for record retention, freedom of information requests, community right-to-know laws, and operational procedures of the organization.

(b) Requisite Skills: The ability to plan and to organize.

5-5 Field Inspection. This duty involves analysis of code compliance alternatives; evaluation of construction, occupancy, fire Ptlrotection, and exposures; and emergency planning, acording to

le following job performance requirements.

5-$.1 Assess alternative methods to adjust occupant loads, given a description of an area, building, or portion of a building and its intended use, so that the permitted occupant load is in accordance with applicable codes and standards.

(a) Requisite Knowledge: Applicable codes and standards adopted by the j'urisdiction, construction, types, occupancy requirements, means of egress reqmrements, and the evaluation of evacuation plan procedures.

(b) Requisite Skills: The ability to evaluate evacuation plan procedures, make decisions, read plans and reports, interpret codes and standards, and analyze performance-based reports.

5-$.2 Evaluate corrective measures, given a list of means of egress deficiencies in a building and the proposed correction, so that each deficiency and its proposed correction are evaluated for compliance with applicable codes and standards, and all deficiencies are identified, documented, and reported in accordance with the policies of the jurisdiction.

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(a) Requisite Knowledge: Applicable codes and standards adopted by the jurisdiction, construction types, occupancy requirements, and means of egress requirements.

(b) Requisite Skills: The ability to make decisions, read plans and reports, interpret codes and standards, and analyze performance- based reports.

~ rotecfion systems and equipment appropriate for the material, fire ehavior, safety procedures, other agencies that have requirements

and jurisdiction related to flammable and combustible liquids and gases, chemical reactions, and storage compatibility.

(b) Requisite Skills: The ability to observe, recognition problems, communicate, read plans and reports, and read MSDS sheets.

5-3.3 Evaluate the construction type required for an addition or remodeling project, given a description of the building and its use, so that the construction type is evaluated based on applicable codes and standards and all deficiencies are identified, documented, and reported in accordance with the policies of the jurisdiction.

5-3.9 Verify code compliance of heating, ventilation, and air conditioning and other building service equipment and operations, given field observations, so that the systems and other equipment are maintained in accordance with applicable codes and standards, and all deficiencies are identified, documented, and reported in accordance with the policies of the jurisdiction.

(a) Requisite Knowledge: Applicable codes and standards adopted by the jurisdiction, construction types, occupancy requirements, construction methods, policies, and procedures.

(b) Requisite Skills: The ability to recognize problems and to read reports and plans.

5-3.4 Evaluate alternative protection measures of equipment, operations, and processes, given deficiencies noted during a field inspection of a facility and proposed alternative methods, so that the equipment, process, . . . . or operation is provided with a level of protection timt is m comphance vath the intent of applicable codes and standards.

(a) Requisite Knowledge: Applicable codes and standards adopted by the jurisdiction, hazards of the process or operation, fire protection systems required, inherent hazards, and safety precautions necessary.

(a) Requisite Knowledge: Types, installation, maintenance, and use of building service equipment; operation of smoke and heat vents; installation of kitchen cooking equipment (including hoods and ducts), laundry chutes, elevators and escalators; and applicable codes and standards adopted by the jurisdiction.

(b) Requisite Shills: The ability to observe, recognize problems, interpret codes and standards, and write reports.

5-3.10" Witness an acceptance test for an integrated fire protection system, given an installed system, so that the test is conducted in accordance with applicable codes and standards and the system performance can ~ u a t e d for compliance and all deficiencies are identified, dq:.~"men~, and reported in accordance with the policies of t h e ~ . c t i o n .

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Acceptance test procedures, appropriate

(b) Requisite Skills: The ability to make observations, recognize problems, and resolve conflicts.

Skills: Th+ supervise the performance of

5-3.5 Evaluate fire protection plans and practices, given a field report describing a facility housing a complex process or operation so that the fire growth potential for all areas is determined, the level of protection is appropriate to the hazard, and applicable codes and standards are met.

(a) Requisite Knowledge: Fire behavior, fire growth p o t e ~ e ~ protection, scenarios, and evacuation procedures. ~ + i f

(b) Requisite Skills: The ability to observe, recognize p r ~ ' ~ and evaluate hazards . . . . . . . %<:?~-'-~'::

5-$.11 D~ field obse

~ i n e fire growth potential in a building or space, given ~'~.~.~-Xor a plans submittal, so that the contents,

~ d construction ~..~rior finis elements can be evaluated for ~ ' : ' ~ ¢ e . ~ a applicable codes and standards and all

are d ~ "~ identified, documented, and reported in ~corda~ 'e with the policies of the jurisdiction.

"~'~.~" Requmte Knowledge: Basic fire behavior, flame spread and "~'~ke development ratings of contents, interior finishes, building

eonstrucOon elements, decorations, decorative matermls, furnishings, and safe housekeeping practices.

5-3.6 Recommend criteria for the developme.l~i%f em~'~.~ planninl~ and procedures, given a descripti.~..r.f a buildi~i use, so mat plans and procedures are in t . ~ " ~ c e with applicable codes and standards. "%+~+ii+:i.!: " : ' ~

(a) Requisite Knowledge: Applicable codes and s ~ . ~ ~" by the jurisdiction; purpose, use, and applicability o i ~ c plans; and human behavior. ::


5-3.12 Develop emergency access criteria, given the jurisdiction's emergency fire apparatus and fire suppression standard operating procedures, so that fire suppression services may be delivered in accordance with the policies of the jurisdiction.

(b) Requisite Skills: The ability to read plans and reports and to recognize problems.

5-3.7 Evaluate alternative compliance measures for the storage, handling, and use of hazardous materials, given field inspection reports and proposed alternative compliance measures, so that the hazardous materials are provided with a level of safety that is in compliance with the intent of applicable codes and standards.

(a) Requisite Knowledge: Other agencies that have requirements and jurisdiction related to hazar<ious material.

(b) Requisite Skills: The ability to observe, recognize problems, communicate, read plans and reports, and read MSDS sheets.

5-3.8 Evaluate alternative compliance measures for the storage, handling, and use of flammable or combustible liquids and ~ases, given field inspection reports and proposed alternative compliance measures, so that die storage, handling, and use is provided with a level of safety that is in compliance with the intent of applicable codes and standards.

(a) Requisite Knowledge: Properties and hazards of flammable and combustible liquids and gases, material safety data sheet, safe handling practices, appropriate codes and standards, fire

(a) Requisite Knowledge: Emergency access and accessibility requirements and performance specifications related to access of emergency vehicles of the jurisdiction.

(b). Requisite Skills': The. ability to identify, emergency access requirements contaaned m the apphcable codes and standards, and to observe, to make decisions, and to use measuring tools.

Chapter 6 Plan Examiner I

6.1 General. The Plan Examiner I shall meet the job performance requirements defined in Sections 6-2 through 6.3.

6-2 Administration. This duty involves the preparation of correspondence and plan review reports, handling of complaints, and maintenance of records, as well as identifying when additional expertise is required and being familiar withprocedures used by the jurisdiction to evaluate alternative methods, according to the following job performance requirements.

6-2.1 Develop written correspondence to communicate fire protection and fire and life safety code requirements, given a plan review issue, so that the correspondence provides an accurate interpretation of applicable codes and standards and is appropriate for the intended audience.

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(a) Requisite Knowledge: Fire and life safety principles and practices, administrative procedures, applicable codes and standards adopted by the jurisdiction and the interrelationship between those codes and regulations, various sources for additional reference materials related to code enforcement.

(b) Requisite Skills: The ability to manage time, communicate, perform code-related research, and dearly express code requirements in writing.

6-2.2 Prepare reports, given observations from a plan review, so that the report is clear, concise, and accurately reflects the findings of the plan review in accordance with applicable codes and standards and the policies and procedures of the jurisdiction.

(a) Requisite Knowledge: Codes and standards; legal requirements for plan review reports; and accepted practices, policies, and procedures of the jurisdiction.

(b) Requisite Skilk': ']'he ability to conduct code-related research, write reports, and communicate verbally and in writing.

6-2.3 Communicate the process for plan submittal and review to the design professional, given an inquiry, so that the information is complete and accurate and provided in accordance with the policies and procedures of the jurisdiction.

(a) Requisite Knowledge: Plan review policies of the jurisdiction, codes and standards, legal and administrative requirements of the jurisdiction related to the qualifications of individuals who develop plans and specifications, state and local ordinances regarding licensing.


6-2.4 Facilitate the resolution of deficiencies identified during the plan review, given a submittal and the established practices and procedures of the jurisdiction, so that deficiencies are identified, documented, and reported to the plan submitter with applicable references to codes and standards and alternative methods for compliance are identified.

(a) Requisite Knowledge" Policies and orocedures of die ~i ''":";*~.~ junsdicuon regardmg the communlcatmn of d l s c r e p a n ~ tie i~ 2 , appeals process, codes and standards. .~..-'.:~ii .:#'.*.'N~ • ~ ~. .,V.--'-~',,

(b) Requisite Skills' The ability to communicate v.gr.b.ally a~ ~ writing. ~ . . . : . . . "~"~.,..,

6-2.5* Process plan review documents, giv..~..'ii~::.set of p la / t~ ~d ~ " specifications, so that required permits a ~ : " ~ in acco?:'.d....:.~nce with die policies of the jurisdiction, x~'i.-'..'~iii~::. ,-,.'/:":'i"

(a) Requisite Knowledge." Plata review policies an, l ~ u r e s of the jurisdiction. .:i#

(b) Requisite Skills: The ability to review completed applications for completeness, execute policies and procedures, communicate verballyknd in writing concerning file plan review policies and procedures of file jurisdiction.

6-2.6 Maintain flies, given plans and related documents, so that information can be easily retrieved and is filed in compliance with the record-keeping policies of the organization.

(a) Requisite Knowledge: Legal requirements for record retention, freedom of information requests, and operational procedures of the organization.

(b) Requisite Skill.,: The ability to organize.

6-2.7 Determine the applicable code or standard, given a fire protection-related issue, so that the proper document, edition, and section are referenced.

(a) Requisite Knowledge: Applicable codes and standards adopted by the jurisdiction, format of codes and standards, interrelationship of codes and standards, and procedures adopted by the organizations responsible for promulgating these documents.

(b) Requisite Skills: The ability to conduct code-related research, interpret codes, and make decisions.

6-$ Plan Review. This duty involves the review and approval of plans and construction documents for site plans, tents and membrane structures, special amusement structures, exhibits, trade shows, and temporary structures, to ensure that they meet the intent of applicable codes and standards for fire and life safety, according to the following job requirements.

6-3.1 Verify code compliance, given a set of plans for a tent or membrane structure, special amusement structure, exhibit, trade show, or temporary structure, so that all deficiencies are identified, documented, and reported in accordance with the policies of the jurisdiction.

(a) Requisite Knowledge: Applicable code requirements for tents, membrane structures, special amusement structures, exhibits, trade shows, and temporary structures, third party testing and evaluation.

(b) Requisite Skills: The ability to read basic floor plans or shop drawings and identify symbols used by the jurisdiction, to apply codes and standards, and to communicate verbally and in writing.

6-3.2 Verify die classification of the occupancy type, given a set of plans, specifications, and a description of a building and its intended use, so dlatat...thehe cclassification is made according to applicable codes a..~.:::'~dards.

A~ ""-~%. (a). R e q u i s i t e ~ g e : Occupancy classification types and

~ d a r d s , regulations, operational features, apphcable c [ by various occupancies. and fire h ~ '"%':'.':: ,~

(b) ~uisit'g:~kills: Th'~.i ity to read plans.

6 - ~ $ ~ $ ~ classification of the construction type, given a site plan ai$~.~ld?~g construction documents, including the p r o p o s e , c t ~ height, number of stories, and location, so that the

roposect b . . . . is properly classified with e .. ~ . . . in accordance ~.:.c.able co..~, and stanclarcts, and deficiencies are identified, ~ F ~ . : ~ ~nd reported.

~ a ) P~is i te Knowledge: Types of construction classification, fire- ~... e~: construction components, typical building construction

'.,~'ods and materials, and code requirements related to ~truction types.

(b) Requisite Skills: The ability to read plans, determine construction classification, communicate, and conduct code- related research.

6-$.4 Verify the occupant load, given a plan, so that the calculated occupant load is in accordance with applicable codes and standards.

(a) Requisite Knowledge: How to calculate occupant loads for an occupancy and for building use, code requirements, regulations, operational features, and fire hazards presented by various occupancies.

(b) Requisite Skills: The ability to mathematically calculate accurate occupant loads, identify occupancy factors related to various occupancy types, use measuring tools, read plans, and use a calculator.

6-$.5 Verify that adequate egress is provided, given a set of plans for a tent or membrane structure, special amusement structure, exhibit, trade show, or temporary structure and an occupant load, so that all required egress elements are provided and deficiencies are identified, documented, and reported in accordance with the policies of the jurisdiction.

(a) Requisite Knowledge: Apl~licable code requirements for tents, membrane structures, speoal amusement structures, exhibits, trade shows, and temporary structures, means of egress elements, occupancy egress requirements, relationship of fixed fire protection systems to egress requirements.

(b) Requisite Skills: The ability to determine egress requirements based on occupant load, read plans, communicate, and research codes.

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6-3.6 Evaluate code compliance for required fire flow and hydrant location and spacing, given a site plan, required fire flow, and fire flow test results, so that the required fire flow is available, hydrants are properly located, and all discrepancies are identified, documented, and reported in accordance with the policies of the jurisdiction.

(a) Requisite Knowledge" Standard civil engineeringsyrnbols; types of water supply and distribution systems; water distribution system test methods; characteristics of public and private water supply systems, water meters, backflow prevention, and other devices which may impact on fire flow, the effects of friction loss and elevation on water flow; potential impact of state health regulations on fire flow, and the applicable codes and standards related to fire flow in the jurisdiction.

(b) Requisite Skills: The ability to read basic plans, communicate, interpret fire flow test results, determine fire hydrant locations and spacing, read fire flow graphs.

6-3.7 Evaluate code compliance of emergency vehicle access, given a site plan, so that adequate emergency access is provided in accordance with applicable codes and standards, and all deficiencies are identified, documented, and reported in accordance with the policies of the jurisdiction.

(a) Requisite Knowledge: Operating requirements for fire department apparatus, city planning and zoning requirements, emergency access and accessibility requirements of applicable codes and standards.

(b) Requisite Skills: The ability to read plans, communicate, interpret and use plan scale.

6-3.8 Recommend policies and procedures for the delivery of plan review services, given management objectives, so that plan reviews are carried out in accordance with the policies of tile jurisdiction and due process of tile law is followed.

(a) Requisite Knowledge: Policies and procedures of the jurisdiction related to plan review, sources of detailed and technical information relating to fire protection and life safety.

(b) Requisite Skills: The ability to identify acceptable c ~ ~ methods and materials related to ftre safety to read and ' l~e rp re t~

' . " t ~ . . ~ + ~ construction plans and specifications, to commumca . . . . in writing, and to educate, researcla, make decisions, reco I problems, and resolve conflicts. ~ ,

~3.9 Testify at legal proceedings, given the ~ n g s o f : ' ~ n ' review and consultation with legal counselt~.~.~lat testini~'~i h ,,¢"~ accurate and tile plan reviewer rs demeano~"~-'~t~.ropriate ~c~ 'e

~., ~. proceeding.

(a) Requisite Knowledge: The legal requirements ~ h l g to evidence rules in the legal system, knowledge of type~..~.ot legal proceedings.

(b) Requisite SkiUs: Familiarity witia courtroom demeanor, communication, and listening skills, and the ability to differentiate facts from opinions.

6-3.10 Evaluate code compliance of heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and other building service equipment and operations, given plans and specifications, so that the systems and other equipment are provided in accordance with applicable codes and standards and all deficiencies are identified, documented, and reported in accordance with the policies of tile jurisdiction.

(a) Requisite Knowledge: Types, installation, maintenance, and use of building service equipment; installation of kitchen cooking equipment (including hoods and ducts), laundry chutes, elevators and escalators, applicable codes and standards adopted by tile jurisdiction.

Chapter 7 Plan Examiner II

7-1 General. The Plan Examiner lI shall meet the job performance requirements defined in Sections 7-2 through 7-3.

7-2 Administration. This duty involves research, interpretation of codes, implementing policy, testifying at legal proceedings, and

creating forms and job aids, according to the following job performance requirements.

7-2.1 Create plan review checklists and forms, given applicable codes, standards, and departmental policies and procedures, so that the materials developed are clear and concise, key issues are addressed and clearly express code requirements of tile jurisdiction in a logical and complete format.

(a) Requisite Knowledge: Plan review elements required by codes, standards, policies, and procedures of the jurisdiction.

(b) Requisite Skills: The ability to organize, communicate, and design basic checklists.

7-2.2 Develop policies and procedures for the administration of plan review functions, given management objectives, so that the policies are clearly defined and concise and are in accordance with file legal obligations of the jurisdiction.

(a) Requisite Knowledge: Legal precedence and the various systems of government that affect the performance of file plans examiner's duties, jurisdictional requirements and sources of information, and technical assistance in file development of policies and procedures.

(b) Requisite Skills: .,The ability to communicate verbally and in writing, r e c o g n i z e - ~ m s , resolve conflicts, and make decisions.

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7-2.3 Design a ~ . ~ s t e m , given plans and related documents, so that i n f o r m a ~ ~ . ~ . ~ efficiently maintained and retrieved and is m a i n t a i n e O z j i $ ~ c c o r ~ with the record-keeping process of the j u r i s d i c t ~ , ~ g ¢ ' ~ t h s ~ :.federal requirements.

~ u , ~ Knowledg~. ~ " .~:~egal requirements for record retention, fir ~ ; ~ o f . ~ r m a t i o n requests, community right-to-know laws, and off'~%~i~->procedures of the organization.

. (b) Reql ~_~.~ls: ability to plan organize. The a n d t o

"~='-V~I~. ~""Y~*w.~":"*" This duty involves the analysis and aoproval of p ~ | ~ c a t i o n s , and construction documents for buildings, ~'%cess ~j~]" operations, and fire protection systems and equipment "J~ ensure they meet tile intent of applicable codes and standards in ~ d a n c e with tile policies and procedures of the jurisdiction, .~.,a~'0rding to the following job performance requirements.

"7-3.1" Evaluate a design concept, given a preliminary design presentation, so that the agreedconcept meets tile intent of applicable codes and standards in accordance with the policies and procedures of the jurisdiction.

(a) Requisite Knowledge" Fire protection construction features, codes and standards, preliminary plan review procedures of the jurisdiction, approval process for alternative fire protection methodologies.

(b) Requisite Skills: The ability to verify the rating of an assembly using reference materials on fire protection, to communicate verbally and in writing, and to read plans and specifications.

7-5.l Evaluate proposed passive fire protection elements of a building or portion of a building, given a set of plans and specifications for a building or facility, so that the protection provided for the facility is in accordance with applicable codes and standards, and all deficiencies are identified, documented, and reported in accordance with the policies of the jurisdiction.

(a) Requisite Knowledge" Fire protection construction features - - such as rated assemblies, fire stops, draft stopping, draft curtains, and other passive fire protection features - - fire test methods.

(b) Requisite Skills: The ability to verify the rating of an assembly using reference materials and to use fire protection reference materials.

7-3.3* Evaluate plans for a process or operation, given plans and specifications, so that the process or operation is reviewed for code or standard compliance, and all deficiencies are identified, documented, and reported in accordance with tile policies and procedures of the jurisdiction.

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(a) Requisite Knowledge: Hazards and applicable standards for arrangement and protection of various operations to be used in commercial and industrial occupancies; construction types; basic physical science as it relates to fire behavior and fire suppression, including mathematics, physics, and chemistry; knowledge of reference materials related to fire hazard properties of flammable liquids, gases, and volatile solids.

(b) Requisite Skill~: 'The ability to review specifications and read plans, interpret and apply standards.

7-3.4* Evaluate plans for storage, handling, and use of flammable and combustible liquids and gases, given plans and specifications, so that die plans are reviewed for compliance with applicable codes arid standards and all deficiencies are identified, documented, and reported in accordance with the applicable codes, standards, policies, and procedures of the jurisdiction.

(a) Requisite Knowledge: Properties of flammable and combustible liquids and ~ases; applicable standards for handling, storage, arrangement and protection of flammable and combustible liquids and gases; basic physical science as it relates to fire behavior and fire suppression; knowledge of reference materials related to flammable and combustible liquids and gases°

(b) Requisite Skills: The ability to determine the classification of flammable and combustible liquids and gases using reference materials on fire protection.

7-3.5* Evaluate plasls for the installation of fire protection systems, given a submitta/of shop drawings and specifications, so that the fire protection systems and equipment are reviewed and all deficiencies are identified, documented, and reported in accordance with the policies and procedures of the jurisdiction.

(a) Requisite Knowledge: Applicable codes and standards for fire protection systems, basic physical science as it relates to fire behavior and fire suppression, basic hydraulic theory, hydraulic calculations for fire suppression, material listing requirements, material specifications, installation techniques, acceptance insl?ection/testing of completed installations, construction types and techniques, and classification of occupancies.

(b) Requisite Skills: The ability to review specifications a~t ' r ~ plans and to classify occupancies, interpret and apply s~d~....:~:, a'as,.~?¢:..~{:~..~ and verify hydraulic calculations. ~":':~::.:i~ ~:.~.~¢~"~;~

7-3.6 E~aluate a pr ,posed alternative method for :..~ inn' ~ . t h applicable codes and standards, given a design . ~ . ' ~ .:.-~o ~.....~: prescriptive code requirements and supporti. '~'docur ~ i n t t ~ submittal, so that the design meets the int.&.~""'~ appli ;~i'-".'~ :~de~:.. and standards. :~i"~ :':"':~ii~:: ":~ i

(a) Requisite Know~'*dge: How a building s h o u h ~ ! " ~ i n d e r adverse conditions in meeting file needs of file j u r i ~ $fi, including the objectives and performance requiremel: reflecting the level of safety required by the jurisdiction or oth~{ performance-based regulation for a process or operation.

(b) Requisite Skills'. The ability, to read plans and .p.s ecifications and to comprehend alternanve proposals to prescnpuve codes and standards.

7-5.7 Evaluate the integration of fire protection systems and life safety systems, given a plan submittal, a life safety report, a sequence of operations report, and testing criteria, so that the integration of proposed systems meet the requirements or intent of the applicable codes and standards and meet the fire and life safety objectives of die jurisdiction, and any deficiencies are identified, documented, and reported in accordance with the policies of the jurisdiction.

(a) Requisite Know~;dge: The fire and life safety objectives of the jurisdiction, fire protection and life safety systems mad their integration.

(b) Requisite Skills: The ability to evaluate system integration and to communicate verbally and in writing.

7-3.8 Evaluate plans for storage, handling, and use of hazardous materials, given plans and specifications, so that the plans are reviewed for compliance with applicable codes and standards and all deficiencies are identified, documented, and reported in

accordance with the applicable codes, standards, policies and procedures of the jurisdiction.

(a) Requisite Knowledge" Properties of hazardous materials, and applicable standards for handling storage, arrangement, and protection of hazardous materials; basic physical science as it relates to fire behavior and fire suppression, knowledge of reference materials related to hazardous materials.

(b) Requisite Skills: The ability to determine the classification of hazardous materials using reference materials and to use fire protection reference materials.

7-3.9 Verify that egress elements are provided, given a plan of a building or portion of a building, so that all egress elements are identified, checked against applicable codes and standards, and any deficiencies are identified, documented, and reported in accordance with the policies of the jurisdiction.

(a) Requisite Knowledge: Applicable codes and standards adopted by the jurisdiction, identification of standard symbols used in plans, and field verification practices.

(b) Requisite Skills: The ability to read plans and research codes and standards.

Chap.t,.er 8 Referenced Publications ~ 8-1 The followlng.~'ocu~.nts or portions thereof are referenced within this s ~ . . - . a s mandatory requirements and shall be considered ~ , . ~ e q u i r e m e n t s of dais standard. The edition indicated ~ ' ~ " c h r d ] t ' ~ c e d mandatory document is the current edition ~-.~.:"~.date o ~ . ~ ~ A issuance of this standard. Some of thek~:mar~tory d o c ~ Z s might also be referenced in this s t a r ~ l d fd~;-:~pedfic infog#iational purposes and, therefore, are

8-1.1 NF~.~ublication. National Fire Protection Association, 1 B a t t e r y m a r ~ , P.O. Box 9101, Quincy, MA 02269-9101.

"~'iandard for Professional Competence of Responders to H~~a~ , i~ l s Inoia~, 1997 edition.

~[~:#~ Appendix A Explanatory Material

~<is appendix is not a part of the requirements of this N'FPA document ~ut is included for informational purposes only.

A-I-2 Management responsibilities should be addressed by the agency or organization that the inspector represents. For fire service organizations, NFPA 1021, Standard for Fire Officer Professional Qualifications, should be used for guidance. For civilian inspectors, the authority having jurisdiction should define the agency requirements for progression to positions of management responsibility.

A-l-3.1 To train and work as a fire inspector, the committee has determined that the candidate should possess, at a minimum, basic knowledge of the characteristics and behavior of fire (including basic fire cause determination) and fire prevention principles, as well as skill in written and oral communication, public relations, and basic mathematics (i.e., whole numbers; fractions and decimals; percentages, averages, and estimations; algebraic equations; powers and roots; ratios and proportions; linear surface and volume measurements). Evidence of this knowledge could be shown by attending training sessions provided by the agency, certificates of training, and documentation of high school or college coursework. It is not the intent of the committee to require college-level coursework as part of this requirement. The authority having jurisdiction should determine the type of evidence and specific levels of preparation for inspectors it employs.

A-1-3.2 It is recommended that the following equipment be provided to the fire inspector to accomplish assigned duties: flashlight, drafting tools (scale, rulers, compass, ~rapli paper, etc.), tape measure (50 ft). calculator, small mirror, clipboard, photography equipment, Pitot tube, and pressure gaul{es. Personal protective clothing, such as hard hats, eye protection, boots, coveralls, and so forth, as defined in Chapter 2, should be available as necessary.

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A-1-3.4 It is r e c o m m e n d e d that ewaluators be individuals who were not directly involved as instructors for the requi rement being evaluated.

A-1-3.8 The in tent ofdae committee is that individuals at the Fire Inspector III level should assist in the training and educat ion of inspectors at lower levels.

A-1-3.12 In order for inspectors to perform their jobs or to be evaluated on their performance of the j o b requirements of this standard, basic resource materials must be available for reference. These materials include those codes and standards applicable to that jurisdiction where the inspector is working or being evaluated. Policies and procedures that def ine and regulate the inspector 's j o b must also he provided. This is of particular importance where inspectors are being evaluated by an agency other than their employer. It is the in tent o f this s tandard to measure the inspector 's ability to use fire codes and standards within the guidelines set by the policies and procedures of a jurisdiction. These skills should be readily transferable, regardless of the specific codes or standards or the editions being used.

A-2-1 The action verbs used in describing the j o b performance requirements in dais documen t are based on the first definition of the verb found in Webster's Third New International Dictionary of the English Language.

A-2-1 Approved. The National Fire Protect ion Association does not approve, inspect, or certify any installations, procedures, equipment, or materials; nor does it approve or evaluate testing laboratories. In de te rmin ing the acceptability of installations, procedures, equipment , or materials, the authority having jurisdiction may base acceptance on compliance with NFPA or other appropria te standards. In the absence of such standards, said authority may require evidence of p roper installation, procedure, or use. The authority having jurisdiction may also refer to the listings or labeling practices of an organization that is

A-3-3.5 Individuals should be able to confirm the operational status of fire detect ion systems by visual inspection of the control panels for the detect ion system. Operational testing, maintenance, and sensitivity testing of detectors, where applicable, should be documen ted in accordance with NFPA 72, National Fire Alarm Code. To mee t flais requirement , the Fire Inspector I is required to simply verify that valves are open and secured, control panels are on with no trouble indications, and fire extinguishers or systems are sealed with proper gauge readings. Documentat ion of maintenance wou ld inc lude inspection tags and records of alarm system and device tests and sprinkler or s tandpipe main drain tests, and so forth.

A-3-3.6 Individuals should be able to confirm the operational status of fixed extinguishing systems by visual inspection of the control panels for automatic suppression systems such as dry chemical systems, Halon, CO~, and clean agent systems; visual inspection of control panels for automatic fire pumps and booster pumps; and control panels for detect ion systems arranged to operate automatic systems. Operational status of sprinkler systems, including wet-pipe, dry-pipe, deluge, foam-water, and preaction systems can be conf i rmed by visually inspecting aboveground water supply control valves, by spr ing testing underground water supply control valves, by inspecting water levels in tanks and reservoirs, and by observing sprinkler system drain tests. Periodic inspections and tests should be documen ted as noted in the applicable standards (NFPA 11, ...S.tandard for Low Expansion Foam; NFPA 12, Standard on Carbon. .~de Extinguishing Systems;, NFPA 12A, Standard on Halq.~'3" OF"'Ici~'e Extinguishing Systems;, NFPA 17, Standard for D ~ i c a l Extinguishing Systems; NFPA 25, Standard for the Inspec.t..~, ~S~.,~. and Maintenance of Water-Based Fire Protection ~ N~!!:7.2, National Fire Alarm Code; and NFPA 2001 S t ~ a ~ "~ Clea~".!~" cng.:t~ire Extinguishing S~stems )

' .-::::':" .~:i~: "",:~I~:::::::::" " " .::::~ ' ~:!:.:~::~ A - 3 ; . ~ I n , d u a l s shoul..d;:~be able to confirm the operational s t~d~i~.ex~.~ . f i shers by "visually examining the units, checking gauged , ' ~ l < i ? / ~ that it is tagged and hydrostatically tested in

concerned widl product evaluations and is thus in a position to accordad~%~.'th NFPA 10, Standard for Portable Fire Extinguishers, dete rmine compliance with appropria te standards for the current .--~-:: ...... and that i t '~ : :~ l~er ly located and marked. Extinguishers should product ion of listed items. :%~ii~i.~.~...be c o n f i ~ ' d to be appropriate for the hazard.

% " . , : ~ _ _ . . . . . :....'.:':-~" A-2-1 Authority Having Jurisdict ion. The phrase "anthority having $ 1 1 i ! . ~ ~ : ~ F i r e Inspector I is expected to have knowledge of jurisdiction" is used in NFPA documents in a broad m a n n e r ~ : : ~ ':~!i~bcess.e.~:~xnd operat ions that include dust collection, kitchen jurisdictions and approval agencies wary, as do their ..::#::''"::':"-:'~i~i ".'.~pod and ducts, dip tanks, spray painting, and flammable and responsibilities. Where public safety is primary, the aut . l~ i ty ~j~'~ ~ g n s t i b l e liquids storage, dispensing, and use. having jurisdiction may De a federal, state, local, or o g ~ l ~ : . ~ g i o n ~ - ; % )~:-:::" depar tment or md~vldual such as a fire clnef; fire m a r s b a l ; ! ' ~ : o f ~ . : : ~ - 3 - 3 . 1 0 Emergency p lanmng and preparauon includes fire drills, a fire prevention bureau, labor depar tment , or hea.l..~....d, e p a r " ~ . t ; "%-"~:":'announcements, evac-uation plans, -fire depa r tmen t access, building official; electrical inspector; or others .~ i i~uto~i i~i~i~: :~ ~, ..::~:. response personnel , and standby personnel . authority. For insurance purposes an i n s u r . ~ ~ i n s p ~ : ~ ...... ::::i~i::! !::" depar tment , rating bureau, or other i n su~ : . company ' :<%'% .:#~::" A-3-3.12 It is anticipated that tlae Fire Inspector I will f ind nominal representative may be the auflaority havinff'~*iJ~'.tction. I n ' : ~ y amounts of f lammable and combustible liquids or gases in orcumstances , the proper ty owner or his or be~..".~..!gnated..:-~gent occupanoes usually considered to be low-hazard. These hqmds assmnes the role of the authority havingjur isdict i '~ . i~t g ~ r n m e n t and gases are needed for normal maintenance or daily operations installations, the commanding officer or depar tme/ i '~i i . .~cial may and could include cleaning fluids, lubricating oils, or propane for be the authority having jurisdiction. ,:i~::" a fork lift. These nominal amounts are referred to as incidental or ..::.-

A-2-1 Listed. The means for identifying listed equipment may vary for each organization concerned with product evaluation; some organizations do no t recognize equ ipment as listed unless it is also labeled. The authority having jurisdiction should utilize the system employed by the listing organization to identify a listed product.

A-3-1 The intent of the committee is that individuals at the Fire Inspector I level perform basic fire safety inspections. Individuals at this level may include fire fighters who are normally assigned to fire suppression or o ther individuals whose primary job responsibilities are not fire inspection.

A-3-2.7 The fire inspector should avoid enforcement of codes or standards that have not been legally adopted by file jurisdiction. The fire inspector should no t retroactively apply codes and standards unless legally required by the jurisdiction.

A-3-3.3 Examples of means of egress elements include exit access, exit enclosures, exit discharges, exit travel distances, arrangement , capacity, stairways, ramps, doors, hardware, exit markings, and i l lumination.

A-3-3.4 A building description includes height and area dimensions, construct ion type, and construction materials.

exempt amounts, depend ing on the code adopted by the jurisdiction• Once these incidental or exempt amounts are exceeded, additional building and fire requirements are triggered. At this point the inspection sbould be referred to the Fire Inspector II or III.

A-3-3.13 Moderate amounts of hazardous materials will be found in many occupancies that are not classified as "Hazardous" or "Group H" Occupancies. These materials could be on display in a wholesale/retai l setting, used for main tenance purposes or operat ion of equipment , and could include swimming pool or water purification chemicals, refrigeration equipment , or a single chemical process such as a dip tank. These moderate amounts of hazardous materials are referred to as incidental or exempt amounts, depend ing on the code adopted by the jurisdiction. Once these incidental or exempt amounts are exceeded - - whether in storage, use, or wholesale/retai l sales - - additional building and fire requirements are triggered. At that point the inspection should be referred to the Fire Inspector II or III.

A-4-3.4 Includes buildings under construction or demolit ion.

A-4-3.6 The Fire Inspector II is expected to have knowledge of processes and operations that include milling and the manufacture, storage, and use of chemicals and explosives.

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A-5-$.10 As determined by thejurlsdiction, individuals should be able to demonstrate knowledge of die codes and standards related to dae installation requirements and acceptance testing requirements for an integrated fire protection and life safety system, such as elevator recall upon activation of a fixed fire alarm system or proper activation andopera t ion of a smoke removal (HVAC) system upon activation of a fire detector a n d / o r suppression system, or other integrated fire protection systems of a similar nature in a structure in accordance with the applicable building, mechanical, a n d / o r fire code of the jurisdiction.

A-6-2.5 The plan examiner should avoid enforcement of codes or standards that have not been legally adopted by the jurisdiction. T h e p l a n examiner should not retroactively apply codes and standards unless legally required by the jurisdiction.

A-7-3.1 This is the point in the construction process where the design professional contacts the plan examiner to discuss a proposed project before actual plans and specifications are created.

A-7-3.3 As determined by die jurisdiction, individuals should be able to demonstrate knowledge of codes and standards related to special hazards and operations such as, but not limited to, aerosol production, processes using gas- and oil-fired ovens and furnaces, flammable liquids processing such as spray painting and dipping, processing using lasers, pneumatic conveying systems, hazardous location electrical systems, laboratories using chemicals, cleanrooms, or dry<leaning plants.

A-7-3.4 As determined by die jurisdiction, individuals should be

flammable and combustible liquids in warehouses, storage of liquefied natural gas in tanks.

As determined by tile jurisdiction, the Plan Examiner II should be able to demonstrate ,extensive and detailed knowledge of file installation standard.,z used to install fire alarm systems, fire detection systems, sprinkler systems, f ire/booster pumps, suction and gravity tanks, standpipes, underground water supply piping, and special hazard systems for processes which may-include ally of the above as well as control/extinguishing systems using cleaR:-..:::::::.... agents, CO~, dry chemical, foam, or foam/water solutJons,::#~:':::":~:iii!iii~ Complex reviews may also be provided for combinat ions :~ the "4.:::::.:.:. above integrated to Frovide life safety a n d / o r fire contg~.r... ..::~]..-.:: extinguishment, sucL as smoke evacuation systems i n gil:~::::i; ;.''::'''x: buildings with standpipes, fire pumps, and sprinkler, s~tem~.~::. explosion or fire suppression in material band!.!.~i-r~ii~i:...movi~iiiii ..... systems, such as dust collection systems or cll¢~ical va~::~emo~J~.:i;i systems. '::::::: "" ~?~i~ii!i!i i .:i#: ..:;::..:.:-:::.. "::;.::

One method that the Plan Examiner II rt:a~i~::.to demo~--..~, ate proficiency with this iob perfommnce require~ff~:.~s valid .:#': certification from nalionally recognized boards e~~.i.~!ent,:~6 National Institute for Certificatiofi in Engineering T i~ f i : [ogy (NICET), including Fire Protection Engineering Te(~ii;fology subfields of Automatic Sprinkler Systems Layout, Fir~ Alarm Systems, and Special Hazards Systems Layout.

A-7-3.6 Understandirg of fire protection engineering practices and methodologies related to fire modeling and quantitative assessment of designs, including fl~el clmracteristics, loading, arrangements, compartmentation, and the physical properties and chemical properties of fire, behavior of fire, and properties of combustion.

Appendix B Referenced Publications

B-I The following documents or portions thereof are referenced within this standard for informational purposes only and are dins not considered part of the requirements of this standard unless also listed in Chapter 8. The edition indicated here for each reference is the curretit edition as of the date of the NFPA issuance of dais standard.

B-2 The publications listed in dfis appendix are referenced to the specific job performance requirement or associated requisite knowledge or skill.

B-2.1 NFPA Publications. National Fire Protection Association, 1 Batterymarch Park, P.O. Box 9101, Quincy, MA 09269-9101.

NFPA 1O, Standard for Portable Fire Extinguishers, 1994 edition.

NFPA 11, Standard for Low Expansion Foam, 1994 edition.

NFPA 12, Standard on Carbon Dioxide Extinguishing Systems, 1995 edition.

NFPA 12A, Standard on Halon 1301 Fire Extinguishing Systems, 1997 edition.

NFPA 17, Standard for Dry Chemical Extinguishing Systems, 1994 edition.

NFPA 25, Standard for the Inspection, Testin~ and Maintenance of Water-Based Fire Protection Systems, 1995 edition.

NFPA 72, National Fire Alarm Code, 1996 edition.

NFPA 2001, Standard on Clear Agent Fire Extinguishing Systems, 1996 edition.

Appendix C

This appendix ~o't"~"::~rt of the requirements of this NFPA document but is induded ~ g ~ r m a t i o n a l purposes only. c.t ~plana~i~b o'?:"~::St~rd and Concep,. of JPS~.

The ] ~::~::~:.est~.. lishing national professional . . . . . . .

~'fion ~Nfidard qualifi~ s i~:~i-16~'ovide both public and private sectors with.:~rar~..~vork of the j~ : : requi rements for the fire service. Other b e ~ : : j n c t . ~ g . e enhance '~ent of the profession, individual as well as o r 8 ~ t growth and development, and standardization of p r a c ti c e ~.,:..::i-:.:::-.

• NFPA p r ~ . i . ~ a i qualification standards identify die minimum :~!,.:....~i-~. erforma"~" . . . . . . . . requirements (JPRs) for specific fire service p ~ . . T . l ~ i ~ standards can be used for training design and

..e~l~i~-~::~ertification, measuring and critiquing on-the-job t~iTorn~::tce, defining hiring practices, and setting organizational ~ l ic ies , procedures, and goals. (Other applications are ,~¢~a raged.)

ii..':~!)":::Professional qualification standards for a specific job are ~::organized by major areas of responsibility defined as duties. For example, the fire fighter's duties might include fire suppression, rescue, and water supply; and the public fire educator's duties might include education, planning and development, and administration. Duties are major functional areas of responsibility within a job.

The professional qualification standards are written as JPRs. JPRs describe file performance required for a specific job. JPRs are grouped according to the duties of a job. The complete list of JPRs for each duty defines what an individual must be able to do in order to successfully perform that duty. Together, the duties and theirJPRs define tile job parameters; that is, file standard as a whole is a description of a job. 0 2 Breaking Down the Components of aJPR.

The JPR is the assembly of three critical components. (See Table C~2.)These components are as follows:

(a) Task that is to be performed

(b) Tools, equipment, or materials that must be provided to successfully complete the task

(c) Evaluation parameters a n d / o r performance outcomes The task to be performed. The first component is a concise,

brief statement of what die person is supposed to do. Tools, equipment, or materials that must be provided to

successfully complete the task. This component ensures that all individuals completing the task are given the stone minimal tools, equipment, or materials when being evaluated. By listing these items, the performer and evaluator know what must be provided in order to complete the task.

Evaluation parameters and/or performance outcomes. This component defines how well one must perform each task--for both the performer and the evaluator. The job performance requirements guide performance towards successful completion by identifying evaluation parameters a n d / o r performance outcomes.

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This portion of the job performance requirements promotes consistency in evaluation by redudng die variables used to gauge performance.

(a) Task

(b) Tools, equipment, or materials

(c) Evaluation parameters and performance outcomes

Table C-2 Example of a JPR (a) Compute tile allowable

occupant load of a single- use occupancy or portion thereof

(b) Given a detailed description of die occupancy

(c) So that the calculated allowable occupant load is established in accordance with applicable codes and standards

In addition to fliese fllree components, die job performance requirements contain requisite knowledge and skills. Just as the term requisite suggests, these are file necessary knowledge and skills one must have prior to being able to perform the task. Requisite knowledge and skills are file foundation for task performance.

Once die components and requisites are put togeflaer, the job performance requirements from the fire inspector standard might read as follows.

Example I. Compute. the allowable . . . . occupant load of a single-use occupancy or portmn thereof, gaven a detailed descnpuon of the occupancy, so dlat the calculated allowable occupant load is established in accordance with applicable codes and standards.

(a) Requisite Knowledge: Occupancy classification types; applicable codes, regulations, and standards adopted by the jurisdiction; operational features; fire hazards presented by various occupancies; and occupant load factors.

(b) Requisite Skills:. The ability to mathematically calculate accurate occupant loads, identify occupancy factors related to various occupancy types, use measuring tools, read plans, and use a calculator.

.... ~.~ii~ Example 2. Interpret burn patterns, given standard e q u ! . # e n t tools and some structural /content remains, so that ea~L~ivid.~., pattern is evaluated with respect to tile burning c h a r a ~ e ~ , ~ ~ : : : : : ' ~ the material involved. "%!li!~.

"~':':::::::::::" ::::';" ~ ~" - : ! ' i (a) Requisite Knowledge: Fire development #~::d:~'~:;'ii~?,~i:".-~::. "%i!t interrelationship of heat release rate, form,. .¢~ igui tab~o: . f . J#:: materials. :i~ii~... "~1

(~) Requi~te Skit~ The ability to interpret the e ' " ~ of ~'~rning characteristics on different types of materials. "%~5.::-:'::-- -:¢:" C-3 Examples of Potential Uses. .:i: ~

Certification. JPRs can be used to establish die evaluation criteria for certification at a specific job level. When used for certification, evahmtion must be based on die successfifl completion of JPRs.

First, ti~e e~duator would verify tile attainment of requisite knowledge and skills prior to job performance requirements evahmtion. This might be through documentation review or testing.

Next, the candidate would theu be evaluated on completing the JPILs. The candidate would perform the task and be evaluated based on ti~e evaluation parameters a n d / o r performance outcomes. This performance-based evaluation can be either practical (for psychomotor skills such ,as "ventilate a roof") or written (for cognitive skills such ,as "interpret burn patterns").

NOTE: Psychomotor skills are those physical skills t i l t can be demonstrated or observed. Cognitive skills (or mental skills) cannot be ohserved, but are rather evaluated on how one completes the task (process oriented) or the task outcome (product oriented).

Using Example l, a practical performance-based evaluation would measure die ability to "compute the allowable occupant load of a single-use occupancy." The candidate passes dais particular evaluation if the standard was met, dlat is, tile occupant load that die inspector calculates accurately reflects die requirements of die code being used.

For Example 2, when evaluating the task "interpret burn patterns," the candidate could be given a written assessment in tile form of a scenario, photographs, and drawings and then be asked to respond to specific written questions related to the JPRs evaluation parameters.

Remember, when evaluating performance, you must give the person die tools, equipment, or materials listed in the job performance requirements ~ for example, pitot tubes, gauges, calculators, and measuring tools - - before he or she can be properly evaluated. C4 Curriculum Development/Training Design and Evaluation.

The statements contained in dais document that refer to job performance were designed and written as JPRs. While a resemblance to instructional objectives might be present, these statements should not be used in a teaching situation until after they have been modified for instructional use.

JPRs state the behaviors required to perform specific skill(s) on the job as opposed to a learning situation. These statements should be converted into instructional objectives with behaviors, conditions, and stan. - ~ d s that can be measured within the t e a c h i n g / l e a m i n g . ~ m e n t . AJPR dlat requires a fire fighter to "compute the a [ ~ b l e o~upant load" should be converted into a measurable i n . ~ . . n . . a l objective for use when teaching the skill. [See r i g u r e ~ a ) . ] ":~I~L%.

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Using Example 1, a terminal instructional objective might read as follows:

The candidate will compute tile allowable occupant load, given a detailed description of a single-use occupancy, so that 100-percent accuracy is attained on a skills checklist. (At a minimum, file skills checklist should include each of the measurement criteria from die JPR.)

Figure C,-4(b) is a sample checklist for use in evaluating this objective.

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OBJECTIVE: The Fire Inspector shall compute the allowable load of a single-use occupancy or portion thereof, given a detailed description of the occupancy, with 100% accuracy on the skills checklist.

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While the differences between job performance requirements and instructional objectives are subtle in appearance, the purpose of eacb statement differs greatly. JPRs state what is necessary to perform the job in the "real world." Instructional objectives, however, ,are used to identify what students must do at the end of a training session and are stated in behavioral terms dlat are measurable in the training environment.

By converting JPRs into instructional objectives, instructors will he able to clarify performance expectations and avoid confusion related to using statements designed for purposes other fllan teaching. Additionally, instructors will be able to add local/state/regional elements of performance into dae standards as intended by dm developers.

Requisite skills and knowledge should be converted into enabling objectives. These help to define dae course content. The course content would include each of dm requisite knowledge and skills. Using Figure C-4(b), the enabling objectives are classification of occupancy types, the operational features of various occupancies, fire hazards presented by various occupancies, and occupant load factors for various occupanC !,g and applicable codes related to occupant load. These enst.lg.4 tl~e course content supports the terminal objective. .4Y" :~#

. . . . . . . ~ - - ~ NOTE: It is assumed dmt dm reader ts familiar ldl~ll "~i-"~i ~"::~ curriculum development or training design and evaluati~

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Wiaile dae professional qualifications s ~ s are prir]~.. used to gatide the development of training' a n d ' ~ f i c a t i o n : ~ programs, dlere are a number of od~er p o t e n t i a ~ : for documents. Because dae documents are written u s ~ - i ~ e ~ s specific to job performance requirements, they lenc l '~ '~se lves well to any ,area of dae profession where a level of pe 4.~ormance or expertise must be determined.

These areas might include the following. Employee Evaluation/Performance Critiquing. TheJPRs can

be used as a guide by bod~ d~e supervisor and the employee during an evaluation. The JPRs for a specific job define tasks that are essential to perform on daejob as wel/as tlae evaluadon criteria to measure when dmse tasks are completed.

Establishing Hiring Criteria. The professional qualifications standards can be used in a number of ways to fi~rther d~e establishment of hiring critetim The audaority having jurisdiction could simply require certification at a specific job level - - for example, Fire Inspect.or I. The JPRs could also be used as tl~e basis for pre-employment screening by establishing essential minimal tasks and the related evaluation criteria. An added benefit is fl~at individuals interested in employment can work towards d~e minimal hiring criter'~a at local colleges.

Employee Development. The profession~ qualifications standards can be useful to boda the employee and d~e employer in developing a plan for tl~e individual's growda within the organization. The JPRs and the associated requisite knowledge and skills can be used as a guide to determine additional training and education required for tile employee to master his job or profession.

Succession Planning. Succession planning or career patlfing addresses d~e efficient placement of people into jobs in response to

current needs and anticipated future needs. A career development pada can be established for targeted individuals to prepare them for growth widtin file organization. The JPRs and requisite knowledge and skills could fl~en be used to develop an educational path to aid in tile individual's advancement widlin the organization or profession.

Establishing Organizational Policies, Procedures, and Goals. The JPRs can be incorporated into organizational policies, procedures, and goals where employee performance is addressed. C-6 Bibliography. Boyatzis, R. E. The Competent Manager: A Model For Effective

Performance. New York: John Wiley & Sons, 1982. Castle, D. K. "Management Design: A Competency Approach to

Create Exemplar Performers. Performance and Instruction 28: 1989; 42-48.

Cetron, M., and O'Toole, T. Encounters with the Future: A Forecast into the 21st Century. New York: McGraw Hill, 1983.

Elkin, G. "Competency-Based Human Resource Development: Making Sense of the Ideas." Industrial & Commercial Training 22: 1990; 20-25.

Fumham, A. "The Question of Competency." Personnel Management 22: 1990; 37.

GUley, J. W., and Eggland, S. A- Principles of Human Resource Development. Read!~g,.:.. M_A: Addison-Wesley, 1989.

Hooton, J. Job P e f . . ~ = Tasks + Competenc 3 × Future Forces. Unpublished,.:~nusci:$pt, VanderbUt University, Peabody

1990. College, . ~ : ~ , TN, McLagan, I? i"Mdi~:. . for HRD Practice." Training &

Deve~:~t~ t !~urna~r ir l t ed , 1989. M e L t . ":~, P. ~ , "and Suh~.ff~ik, D. The Research Report.

z ~ a n d ~ , VA: Amer.i*~n Society for Training and -(]~i~. : .p . .~: t , 1989. "

Nadler~'::~::'.~_~tRD on die Spaceship Earth." Training and Develo ,~Jo.~rnaL.,~.:...~:::~ October 1983; 19-22,

~ l e r , L. " ~ n d t o o k of Hu,,,a, ~our*e Devetopment. New York: : ~ n ~ : . ~ c i e n e e , 1984. . . Chicago: ~egatrends, Nightingale-Conant, 1984. ~p,e l lm~, B. P. "Future Competencies of the Educational Public ~:..Relations Specialist" (Doctoral dissertation, University of

i~.~{-louston, 1987.) Dissertation Abstracts International 49: 1987; ~,~ 02~ ~Springer, J. Job Performance Standards and Measures. A Series of

Research Presentation and Discussions for the ASTD Second Annual Invitational Research Seminar, SavannalL GA (November 5-8, 1979). Madison, WI: American Society for Training and Development, 1980.

Tracey, W. R. Designing Training and Development Systems. New York: AMACOM, 1984.

Appendix D Sample Job Description

This appendix is not a part of the requirements of this NFPA document but is included for informational purposes only.

D-I Job Title: Fire Inspector I - - FLSA= Exempt.

D-I.I Basic Function. The Fire Inspector I is responsible for inspecting public, commercial, and residential structures for compliance witll applicable fire codes.

D-I.2 Principal Responsibilities.

(a) Inspects public, commercial, and residential structures to ensure compliance widl jurisdiction, state, and federal fire codes and ordinances for compliance with fire codes.

(b) Conducts inspections of fire hazard complaints and underground storage tanks for compliance with jurisdiction, state, and federal regulations.

(c) Identifies corrective actions which must be made in order to brin~ properties into compliance widl applicable fire codes, laws, regumtions, and standards.

(d) Assists citizens and other agency personnel witla code interpretations and information when requested, prepares written documents, and maintains files.

(e) Issues citations for fire code violations.

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(f) Provides court testimony regarding fire code violations.

D-1.3 Typical Decisions. The incumbent determines if structures are in compliance with jurisdiction, state, and federal fire codes and ordinances. The incumbent establishes performance measures for subordinates and evaluates employee performance against those standards or measures.

D-1.4 Minimum Qualifications.

(a) Knowledge. Position requires a working knowledge of methods of fire prevention and conducting fire safety programs. Requires a working knowledge of fire protection systems and building construction.

(b) Skills:. Position requires effective oral and written communication skills. Must be able to make mathematical calculations.

(c) Education: Associate's Degree in Fire Science or equivalent.

(d) Experience. Four years of experience, including one year of lead responsibility in one or more of the following: fire inspection or fire prevention.

Any work related experience resulting in acceptable proficiency levels in the above Minimum Qualifications is an acceptable substitute for the above specified education and experience requirements.

(e) Licenses/Certificates: Drivers' License, Inspector Certification.

D-2 Job Title: Fire Inspector II - - FLSA: Exempt.

D-2.1 Basic Function. The Fire Inspector II is responsible for inspecting public, commercial, and residential structures for compliance with applicable fire codes.

1)-2.2 Principal R e s p o n s i b i l i t i e s . . ~ . . . . ~ < < ~ : . " - ' - : " - : ~ - ~

(a) Inspects and evaluates public, commercial, and r.~lentia~..-'~i?" structures to ensure compliance with jurisdiction, s t a t ~ > f e d ~ . fire codes and ordinances and reviews plans for comphan~ . ' : : -~ fire codes. ~ ~ ~ . ,,.~::.:.~:... :_~:::.:, :~j~:i,..:>.~:..:.......~.::

(b) Conducts inspections of complex f i r e ~ ~ a i i n t s : ' % i i and underground storage tanks for c o m p l i ~ with j u r f~ .~ iong~ : state, and federal regulations. ::.,-~g*%::.::,~:~..::, ' .;.s~:?"~"~ ~ ...,

(c) Identifies corrective actions which must'~l!~ade....~ ~i, ~rder to bring properties into compliance with applicalf~f~.e...~0~,ies, laws, regulations, and standards and recommends n~ t~ lca t ions to jurisdiction's fire codes. "

(d) Assists citizens and other agency personnel with code interpretations and information when re.quested; prepares written documentation, creates forms and checklists addressing key inspection issues; and designs and maintains filing system for division.

(e) Issues citations for fire code violations and provides court testimony regarding fire code violations.

(f) Assists and instructs lower level inspectors in code application, interpretation, and office procedures.

D-2.3 Typical Decisions. The incumbent determines if structures are in compliance with jurisdiction, state, and federal fire codes and ordinances. The incumbent establishes performance measures for subordinates and evaluates employee performance against those standards or measures. Recommends modifications in the policies and procedures of the division.


(a) Knowledg~ Position requires a working knowledge of methods of fire prevention and conducting fire safety programs. Requires a working knowledge of fire protection systems and building construction.

(b) Skills. Position requires effective oral and written communication skills. Must be able to make mathematical calculations.

(c) Education: Bachelor's Degree in Fire Protection, Fire Science, or equivalent.

(d) Experience:. Four years of experience, including one year of lead responsibility in one or more of the following: fire inspection or fire prevention.


(e) Licenses~Certificates: Drivers' License, Inspector Certification

D-3 Job Title: Fire Inspector III - - FLSka Exempt.

D-3.1 Basic Function. The Fire Inspector III is responsible for the fire prevention and fire inspection activities of the jurisdiction. The Fire Inspector III serves as a manager and directs all activities of the division and integrates the jurisdiction's goals into the day- to-day operation of the division.

D-3.2 Princi]

(a) Direct allocates its maxi mu m..~ i

,:.,.-~i::.~ (b) ~iiFi~ves

and ~ | e r a h c

aration and submittal of the division's budget, ii.".~, accordance with policy to ensure

)n with various jurisdiction, state, as well as local organizations and

(c) R ' ~ m e n d s and implements changes in division policy and operation~-h:":-'~.~ove . . . . . efficiency and effectiveness; prepare and ~.¢commend-'( t e s m codes and standards for thejurlsdlcuon. ~ i.".:~::.:. .... " ~ $ . ~ supervise all employees assigned to the division. .,~ • ~-~.~-" ~-.:¢~) Iq~recfly coordinate through an established chain of ~ m m a n d all fire department services, programs, and activities ~ g to fire prevention.

i';:~if) Establish realistic and obtainable goals for subordinates through a team process and ensure successful obtainment of these goals through appropriate training and assigned accountability,

(g) Serve as a highly visible representative of the fire department and the fire service to the jurisdiction at large through involvement in various community organizations and events relating to fire prevention.

D-3.3 Typical Decisions. The incumbent is required to make decisions relating to employee selection and appointment, fire code development and interpretations, and divisional administrative matters.

D-$.4 Minimum Qualifications.

(a) Knowledg~ Requires thorough knowledge of the principles, practices, and techniques of modern suppression systems, fire prevention practices, and must also possess the ability to apply this knowledge to fire prevention laws and ordinances; principles of public administration with reference to code development, enforcement, and personnel administration; principles of jurisdiction budget preparation and finance.

(b) Skil~ Must have the ability to provide effective leadership and to plan and assign, directing the work of subordinates; plan, initiate, and carry out long-term Pthrograms in the division, and to relate

e division's programs with other jurisdictional programs,goals, and objectives; speak and deal tactfully and effectively whh the people with whom he / she comes in contact; fairly and

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(c) Education:

(a) Exp~enr~

(*) Licenses/Certificates:

effectively evaluate the performance of subordinates; communicate verbally and in writing to analyze the concepts necessary for accomplishment of required written and verbal records and reports; exhibit an ability to positively represent the department and jurisdiction in the community at large.

Minimum of a Bachelor's degree (Master's degree preferred) with concentration in Fire Science, Public Administration, or related fields, supplemented by specialized training sufficient to meet fire qualifications for certification as a master fire inspector.

Ten years experience as a full-time employee with a career department with a strong background in fire prevention and code enforcement. Must also have demonstrated technical competence in the areas of fire suppression system design and development and code administration.


Drivers' License, Master Inspector Certification

NOTE: The above statements are intended to describe die general nature and level of work being performed and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills which may be required.

D-4 Job Title: Plan Reviewer I - - FLSA: Nonexempt.

D-4.1 Basic Function. The Plan Reviewer I is responsible for examining building plans, fire protection system plans, an, specifications for compliance with applicable fire codes a~

D-4.2 Principal Responsibilities. ~ %

(a) Responds to fire code, laws, and life safety m~mdes citizens. ~:.:~ ~.:~ k~:'.~i ~ii~:% "

~b) Review~ and ~aluates roufine bui~din~ians, s i / ~ fire protection system plans in terms of f i ~ a z a d buif~ life safety cdteria~ ,::~!~:. .-"

(c) Receives and responds to requests for info~2~.9..n .~ ~l

le

technical assistance from arcltitects, engineers, and " ~ t b p e r s on design criteria for various occupancies and industri..~:.-'~wocesses.

(d) Attends meetings with architects, developers, and jurisdiction staff to discuss plan review requirements and procedures.

(e) Assists in preparation of variances and appeals before Building Standards Commission.

D-4.3 Typical Decisions. The incumbent evaluates and approves fire I?rotection system plan submittals and makes recommendations on alternate methods or materials, wllen appropriate. The incumbent evaluates and makes recommendations on requests for vadance to Uniform Fire code and local laws pertaining to fire safety.

D-4.4 Minimum Q u a l i f i c a t i o n s .

(a) Knowledge:. Requires a working knowledge of fire and building codes and laws. Requires basic knowledge of the principles, techniques, and design of fixed fire suppression and detection systems. Requires the ability to read and interpret plans an blueprints.

(b) Skills:. Position requires effective oral and written communication skills.

(c) Education: Associate's Degree (Bachelor's Degree referred) in Fire Protection edmology or related field.

(d) Experience: One-year experience in fire protection

Any work related experience resulting in acceptable proficiency levels in the above Minimum Qualifications is an acceptable substitute for file above specified education and experience requirements.

(e) Licenses~Certificates: Drivers' License, Certified Inspector within 12 months and Certification in fire alarms and automatic sprinklers within 18 months of hire date.

D-5 Job Title: Plan Reviewer II - - FLSA: Nonexempt.

D-5.1 Basic Function. The Plan Reviewer II is responsible for examining building plans, fire protection system plans, and specifications for compliance with applicable fire codes and laws.

D-5.2 Principal Responsibilities.

(a) Responds to fire code, laws, and life safety inquiries from citizens.

(b) Reviews and ~ t e s routine and detailed building plans, site plans, and fi.r..~.~'rot~on system plans in terms of fire code and building c~i . .~fe safety criteria.

,:~ ~$.t..-..,-., (c) R e c e j , q ~ d ~ . n d s to requests for information and

t e c h n i c a ~ . c e f r ~ engineers, and developers on ~ | ' t e n ~ r vario/i~

~.rcl.~.tects, desigt~..:.~ ~ p a n c i e s and industrial processes.

s ('~i~i!~'tte~h~meetingst~/'ff/~.'"" - - ~ [ 1 architects, developers, and jurisdiction ~ . ~ # ~ . . l a n review requirements and procedures.

(e) ~ ~!.~. preparation of variances and appeals before ~uildin~ S ~ Commission and prepares and anthenticates ~.~on s do.#~ents.

~--."-~.-~:::::::--.-..:,.~, . . ~ . ~ . . ~ : " :--~and instruct, lower level plan rewewers m code

.~phca.~n, mterpretauon, and office procedures.

~...~ Typical Decisions. The incumbent evaluates and approves ~/~"protection system plan submittals and makes recommendations 5"h alternate methods or materials, when appropriate. The incumbent evaluates and makes recommendations on requests for variance to Uniform Fire Code and local laws pertaining to fire safety.


(a) Knowledg~ andRe uires a workin code g s knowledge of fire building and laws. Requires

(b) Skills.

(c) Education:

(d) Experience..

(e) Licenses/Certificates:

basic knowledge of the principles, techniques, and design of fixed fire suppression and detection systems. Requires file ability to read and interpret plans an blueprints. Establishes performance measures for subordinates and evaluates employee performance against those standards or measures.

Position requires effective oral and written communication skills.

Associate's Degree (Bachelor's Degree referred) in Fire Protection echnology or related field.

One-year experience in fire protection

Any work related experience resulting in acceptable proficiency levels in the above Minimum Qualifications is an acceptable substitute for tile above specified education and experience requirements.

Drivers' License, Certified Inspector widtin 12 months and Certification in fire alarms and automatic sprinklers within 18 months of hire date.

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NOTE: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills which may be required.

Appendix E

Table E-1

,! e a II

Written Correspondence

Reports, Forms, Checklists

3-2.1 Prepare written correspondence to communicate fire protection and prevention PsaferaCtices, given a common fire

ty issue, so that the correspondence is concise, accurately reflects applicable codes and standards, and is appropriate for the intended audience.

Fire Inspector I [[ Fire Inspector I 1

A d m i n i s t r a t i o n 4-2.1 Develop written correspondence to communicate fire protection and prevention requirements, givena complex fire safety issue, so that the correspondence reflects researcb and accurate interpretation of applicable codes and standards and is appropriate for the intended audience.

3-2.2 Prepare inspection reports, given observations f~om a field inspection, so that the report is clear and concise and accurately reflects the findings of the inspection in accordance with applicable codes and standards.

Permits and Plan Review

Complaints

Maintain Files

Codes and Standards

8-2.3 Recognize the need for a permit, given a situation or condition, so that requirements for permits are communicated in accordance with the policie.c . 0 ~ jurisdiction. ~

3-2.4 Recognize the n ~ ,n review, given a situation of~ ~ : ~ condition, so t h a ~ e m ~ r plan reviews a r ~ ~ accordance ~ ~ ju r i sd i c t i o~@~ ~ : " ..-~. -q ~.~:

3-2.5 Investigate c o s i g n complaints, given a reported situation or condition, so that complaint information is recorded, the appropriate process is initiated, and the complaint is resolved.

3-2.6 Maintain files, given inspection reports, complaint investigations, and related documents, so that information can be easily retrieved and is filed in compliance with the record- keeping policies of the organization.

3-2.7 Identify the applicable code or standard, given a fire protection, fire prevention, or life safety related issue, so tilat the proper document, edition, and section are referenced.

F'me I n s p e c t o r II1

4-2.2 Create inspection checklists and forms, g i v e g applicable codes, s t a n ~ d policies and p rocedu~" of ~ '~ jurisdiction, so t h a ~ materials developS[ ar~.~.~tlr and concise a ~ u ~ addressed. ~ ~ . ~ . . ~

":~$ ~ .

, give n.C~'~pecific ~ ~ t , # e application ~ ' e c I " ~ . ' ~ " a permit is issu'~igor det~led "~" ' in accordance with~.ie~pplicable codes, s t a . . ~ . ~ policies, and

: ~ x ~ h r e s of the jurisdiction. , ~

" ~ ! 4 Process a plan review ..'.:application, given a specific request, so that the application is evaluated and processed in accordance with the applicable policies and procedures of the jurisdiction.

4-2.6 Investigate complex complaints, given a reported situation or condition, so that complaint information is recorded, the appropriate process is initiated, mid the complaint is resolved.

4-2.7 Recommend modifications to codes arid standards of the jurisdiction, given a fire safety related issue, so that the proposed codes and standards are properly written and address the problem, need, or deficiency.

5-2.1 Generate written correspondence related to the issuance of appeals and variances, given a request for a variance or an appeal, so that the resulting document clearly addresses the issue and is appropriate for the intended audience.

5-2.10 Evaluate the completion and correctness of inspection reports and completed forms and checklists, given applicable codes and standards, and policies and procedures of file jurisdiction, so that the information contained in the report forms and checklists is correct, clear, and concise and key issues are addressed in compliance with applicable codes, standards, and policies.

5-2.6 Enforce permit regulations, gthiven a report of a violation, so

at revocation decisions are in accordance with the policies of the jurisdiction and applicable codes and standards.

5-2.7 Enforce plan review regulations, given a report of a violation, so that corrective action is taken in accordance with the policies of the jurisdiction and applicable codes and standards.

5-2.11 Design a filing system, given inspection requirements and needs, fire code complaints, and related documents, so that information may be effidendy maintained and retrieved and is maintained in accordance with the record-keeping process of the jurisdiction and state and federal requirements.

5-2.2 Facilitate code adoption and modification processes, given fire loss data and a demonstrated need or deficiency, so that the code is properly written and precisely addresses the identified need or deficiency.

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Leg~

Policies and Procedures

Budget

Occupancy Classification

Occupant Load

MeansofEgress

$-2.8 Testify at legal proceedings, .given the findings of a field inspection, or a. complaint and consultaUon vath legal counsel, so that all information is presented accurately and the inspector's demeanor is appropriate for the proceeding.

4-2.5 Testifyat legal proceedings, given the findings of a plan review and consultation with legal counsel, so that all information is presented accurately and the inspector's demeanor is appropriate to file proceeding.

4-2.8 Recommend polici.g~and procedures for.the d e l ~ ' ~ . ~ Inspection services, . ~ . ~ :~: management ° b J ~ ~ii~:.'~n:''that inspections are c 7 . " ~ accordance ~.~'lt~.p.. olici~.:'~. the jurisdic...t.~ ~ ~ t u e p r ~ . : ~ of the l a ~ : fo~.owed. "%~"

:~g~-~

-'..%~.~#:.- i ~ .',!.-'..':.',: . . . . . . .

3-3.1 Ident y the "' ale occupancy classification of a singrr-t/~ ~ ~ t ' ~ ~ occupancy, given a descript] :, ~.di. nCgati;ineOf a mix e d-ns e ~ i the occupancy, a ~ : ~ ~.~.~ s . ae uses, SO that each area is an accurate cl~tncaU ~'~i~ ad~ i~ properly in >rdlng t ~ e appli ~ o d ~ "~:' classified acct . accordance with applicable and stanct,i~..::.:~:~; :! codes and standards.

3-3.2 Compute ~ i~ '~ ~wa....¥~ " 4-3.1 Compute the occupant occupant load of a'~i~ ~....~fise load of a multi-use building, occupancy or portiot hereof, given field observations or a

• a detailed descl of the gwen ition description of its uses, so that occupancy, so that the calculated file maximum occupant load allowable occupant load is established in accordance with applicable codes and standards.

3-3.3 Inspect means of egress elements, given observations made during a field inspection of an existing building, so that means of egress elements are maintained in compliance with applicable codes and standards and all deficiencies are identified, documented, and reported in accordance with the policies of the jurisdiction.

calculation is accurate and in accordance with applicable codes and standards.

4-3.5 Analyze the e~ress elements of a building or portion of a building, given observations made during a field inspection, so that means of egress elements are provided and located in accordance with applicable codes and standards and all deficiencies are identified, documented, and reported in accordance with the policies of the jurisdiction.

5-2.3 Assess tile impact of proposed codes, ordinances, and other legislation, given draft documents, so that the impact of tile proposal on fire safety and code enforcement activities is documented.

5-2.5 Suggest technical reference material acquisition, given a scope of responsibility, budget limitations, and specific code- related issues, so that resources matching specific needs are acquiredwithin budget limitations.

5-2.8 Initiate legal action related to a fire code violation, given a description of a violation and a legal opinion, so that fl'~e action taken is in accordance with tile policies of tile jurisdiction and due process of law is followed.

5-2.4 Develop policies and procedures for the administration of inspection functions, given management objectives, so that the policies are clearly defined and concise and in accordance with the legal obligations of the jurisdiction.

5-2.9 Recommend a program budget, given organizational goals, budget guidelines, and organizational needs, so that overall program needs are addressed within budget guidelines.

5-3.1 Assess alternative methods to adjust occupant loads, given a description of an area, building, or portion of a building and its intended use, so that the permitted occupant load is in accordance with applicable codes and standards.

5-3.2 Evaluate corrective measures, given a list of means of egress deficiencies in a building and the proposed correction, so that each deficiency and its proposed correction are evaluated for compliance with applicable codes and standards, and all deficiencies are identified, documented, and reported in accordance with the policies of the jurisdiction.

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Fire Protection Systems

3-3.4 Verify the type of construction for an addit ion or remodel ing project, given field observations or a description of t h e p r o j e c t and the materials being used, so that the construction type is classified and recorded in accordance with the applicable codes and standards and the policies of the jurisdiction.

5-3.5 Determine the operational readiness of existing fixed fire suppression systems, given test documenta t ion and field observations, so that the system(s) is in an operational state, main tenance is documented , and all deficiencies are identified, documented , and repor ted in accordance with the policies of the jur isdict ion.

3-3.6 Determine the operational readiness of exisdng fire detect ion and alarm systems, given test documenta t ion and field observations, so that the systems are in an operational state, maintenance is documented , and all deficiencies are identified, documented , and repor ted in accordance with the policies of the jur isdic t ion.

4-3.3 Determine the type of construct ion in a new building, given plan review and observations or a description of the building's height, area, occupancy, and construction features, so that the construction type is .Pr° p erly classified. according to apphcable codes and standards.

4-3.4 Evaluate fire protection systems and equ ipment provided for the protect ion of a building or facility, given field observations of the facility and documentat ion, the hazards protected, and the system specifications, so that the fire protect ion systems provided are appropriate for the occupancy or hazard being protected and are installed in compliance with applicable codes and Stal~..dards and all deficiencies a r e ~ % ? , identified, d o c u m e n t..e~...::~/n d':::i'.':-:. r epor ted in accord. .~!i .with thq: po'licies of the j u . r . ~ i c i ~ . ,

4¢:i! i

Equipment , Process and Operat ions

Oe e oetheo e oo ':'# re oess of o b,o extinguishers, given field iiil i~ii::J observations and test documentat ion, so that die ....:.:.:.:.:... equ ipment is in an o p e r a t i ~ i i i i : : state, main tenance is d o . c . ~ e n t e ~ ; and all deficiencies a r e . ~ . ~ e ~ : ~ : : : documented , and repdrte'~i~.::.:~-::: ..... accordance with the...p..olicies*~i~.tla, e j u risdicti on. ..:iiii:i-:ii!iiiii!-!!~!!: ..... "~i~iI~..'~

. . . . . . ~i¢::: ::::~iiiiiiii~-:: '~iiiiiiiii ~: 3-3.8 R e c o g ~ .: bazardot~.~-..:~: .:~U c o n d i ti o n #'lh~.'. ,!~...n g e q u i p ~ n t , processes, and ~ ~ a t i o n s , ~i$/en field observation ~,":'-'~ii~,at.~ equipment , p r ocess'~iii~$::" operations are c o n d u c e d and mainta ined in accord~ance with applicable codes and standards, and all deficiencies are identified, documented , and repor ted in accordance with the policies of the jur isdic t ion.

3-3.9 Compare an approved plan to an installed fire protect ion system, given approved plans and field observations, so that any modifications to the system are identified, documented , and repor ted in accordance with the policies of the jurisdiction.

4-3.6 Evaluate hazardous condit ions involving equipment , processes, and operations, given field observations and appropria te documentat ion, so that the equipment , processes, or operations are installed in accordance with applicable codes and standards and all deficiencies are identified, documented , and repor ted in accordance with the policies of the jurisdiction.

5-3.3 Evaluate the construction type required for an addit ion or remodel ing project, given a description of the building and its use, so that the construction type is evaluated based on applicable codes and standards and all deficiencies are identified, documented , and repor ted in accordance with the policies of the jurisdiction.

5-3.10 Witness an acceptance test for an integrated fire protection system, given an installed system, so that the test is conducted in accordance with applicable codes and standards and the system performance can be evaluated for compliance and all deficiencies are identified, documented , and repor ted in accordance with the policies of the jurisdiction.

5-3.4 Evaluate alternative protect ion measures of equipment , operations, and processes, given deficiencies no ted during a field inspection of a facility a n d p r o p o s e d alternative methods, so that the equipment , process, or operation is provided with a level of protect ion that is in compliance with the intent of applicable codes and standards.

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Inter ior Finish, Contents , etc.

Emergency Planning

Emergency Access

Fire Flow

Storage, Handl ing and Use of Flammable and Combust ible Liquids a n d Gases

5-3.14 Recognize a hazardous fire growth potent ia l in a bui lding or

~ ace, given field observations, so at the hazardous condi t ions are

identified, documented , and repor ted in accordance with the policies of the jurisdict ion.

5-3.10 Verify that emergency p lann ing and preparedness measures are in place and have been practiced, given field observations, copies of emergency plans, and records of exercises, so tbat plans are p repared and exercises have been per fo rmed in accordance with applicable codes and standards, and all deficiencies are identified, documented , and repor ted in accordance with the policies of the jurisdict ion.

3-3.1 l Inspect emergency access for a site, given field observations, so that the required access for emergency responders is ~:.:::-::::::., main~aine'd or 'so tha t d e f i ~ i i i ! ~ : are identified, d o c u m e n t ' S and ~iii~ ! corrected in a c c o r d a n ~ , the:-.~-;-i ap~.licable codes, s t a n d a r d ; ~ # . . . . policies of the jur!..s..~i.~..t!on. "::":"~iii:~i~::'...

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3-3.12 Verify code compliance for incidental storage, handling, and use of f lammable and combustible liquids and gases, given field observations and inspect ion guidelines f rom the authori ty having jurisdict ion, so tha t applicable codes and standards are addressed and all deficiencies are identified, documented , and repor ted in accordance with the policies of the jurisdict ion.

4-3.11 Determine fire growth potent ial in a bui lding or space, given field observations or plans, so tha t the contents, in ter ior finish, and construct ion e lements can be evaluated for compl iance with applicable codes and s tandards and all deficiencies are identified, documented , and corrected in accordance with the policies of die jur isdic t ion .

4-3.7 Evaluate emergency p lann ing and preparedne.ss procedures, given copie~:...~.... existing or proposed ~ s ' ~ procedures, to d e t e ~ thei r applicability to da..:~i~c~::..$..nd their complian ..~"~da c 6 ~ : : a n d

::~:- "~, . -'~..~.!.::.~:....~....spect e l ~ e n e y access

O ~ ~ i ~::that file r e ~ " ~ d ac~.~ for emergency r e s l J ~ d e r s is provided, apprS.'.~...~.fi are issued, or

xde t l c~ ' c i e s are identified, :::':..:.~mented and corrected in ~:~i~i~rdance with the applicable

....-codes, standards, and policies of the jurisdict ion.

4-3.8 Verify fire flows for a site, given fire flow test results and water supply data, so that required fire flows are in accordance with applicable codes and s tandards and all deficiencies are identified, documented , and repor ted in accordance with the policies of the jurisdict ion.

4-3.9 Verify code compliance for storage, handl ing, and use of f lammable and combust ible liquids and gases, given field observations and inspect ion

~ uidelines f rom the authori ty avingjur isdict ion, so tha t

applicable codes and s tandards are addressed and all deficiencies are identified, documented , and repor ted in accordance with the policies of the jurisdict ion.

5-3.5 Evaluate fire protect ion plans and practices, given a field repor t descr ibing a facility hous ing a complex process or operation, so tha t the fire growth potent ia l for all areas is de termined, the level of

~ rotect ion is appropr ia te to the azard, and applicable codes and

s tandards are met.

5-$.11 Determine fire growth potent ia l in a bui lding or space, given field observations or a plans submit ta l , so tha t the contents, inter ior finish, and construct ion e lements can be evaluated for compl iance with appl icable codes and s tandards and all deficiencies are identified, documented , and repor ted in accordance with the policies of the jur i sd ic t ion .

5-$.6 Recommend criteria for the deve lopment of emergency p lann ing and procedures, given a descr ipt ion of a bui ld ing and its use, so tha t plans and procedures are in compliance with applicable codes and standards.

54 .12 Develop emergency access criteria, given the jur isdic t ion 's emergency fire apparatus and fire suppression s tandard operat ing procedures, so that fire suppression services may be delivered in accordance with the policies of the jurisdiction.

5-3.8 Evaluate alternative compliance measures for file storage, handl ing, a n d use of f lammable or combust ible liquids and gases, given field inspect ion reports and proposed alternative compliance measures, so that the storage, handl ing, and use is provided with a level of safety that is m compliance with the in ten t of applicable codes and standards.

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Storage, Handling and Use of Hazardous Substances or Materials

HVAC, Building Services

Plan Review

~R

Written Correspondence

Reports, Forms, Checklists

3-3.13 Verify code compliance for incidental storage, handling, and use of hazardous materials, given field observations, so that applicable codes and standards for each hazardous material encountered are properly addressed and all deficiencies are identified, documented, and reported in accordance with the policies of the jurisdiction.

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4-$.10 Evaluate code compliance for the storage, handling, and use of hazardous materials, given field observations, so that applicable codes and standards for each hazardous material encountered are properly addressed and all deficiencies are identified, documented, and reported in accordance with the policies of the jurisdiction.

See Plan Examiner ,~",

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. :~mmu nicate ~ - : ~ . r ~te c ti o n ~.'.~fire and life ~ code ~ ~ . g ! ~ . ~ 4 plan r e".~e. ~ . , ~ t f a t the

.......... c o ~ ' b n d . ~ provides an ~ . acc~te.!nt '~[are ' tat ion of

.='g.)" .... ~.~ applf.~.[# codes and standards e-'?-.::~.-. .(~ • L~:~::>" • ~ a , ~ : a n ~ p r o p r m t e for the

*~ '%~i~ .~ ~'~I ~ . ~ e d audience.

4-2.2 Create i n s ~ ~ . .~ . . .ec ld~. ~6-2.2 Prepare reports, given and forms, ~ appl ~ codi~.-~it observations from a plan review, standards, .~ : . pohc ie ; ~ ~. .~*" so that the report is clear, p rocedu r e~:%$.~::.~'uri ;dic~ ~, so" concise,, and accurately reflects. . that the materi~.e..v~ loper ~ e the findings of the plan revaew m clear and c o n c i s f f ~ key,~ sues accordance with applicable are addressed. "¢~ ~ # " codes and standara.~ and the

.'~ ~:"" policies and procedures of the :?-: jurisdiction.

53.7 Evaluate alternative compliance measures for the storage, handling, and use of hazardous materials, given field inspection reports and proposed alternative compliance measures, so that the hazardous materials are provided with a level of safety that is in compliance with the intent of applicable codes and standards.

5-3.9 Verify code compliance of heating, ventilation, and air conditioning and other building service equipment and operations, given field observations, so that the systems and other equipment are maintained in accordance with applicable codes and standards, and all deficiencies are identified, documented, and reported in accordance with the policies of the jurisdiction.

None

Plan Examiner lI

7-2.2 Develop policies and procedures for the administration of plan review functions, given management objectives, so that the policies are clearly defined and concise and are in accordance wifll the legal obligations of the jurisdiction.

Permits

Policies and Procedures

4-2.3 Process a permit application, given a specific request, so that the application is evaluated and a permit is issued or denied in accordance with the applicable codes, standards, policies, and procedures of the jurisdiction.

4-2.4 Process a plan review application, given a specific request, so that the application is evaluated and processed in accordance with the applicable policies and procedures of the jurisdiction.

4-2.8 Recommend policies and procedures for the delivery of inspection services, given management objectives, so that inspections are carried out in accordance with the policies of tile jurisdiction and due process of the law is followed.

6-2.3 Communicate the process for plan submittal and review to the design professional, given an inquiry, so that the information is complete and accurate and provided in accordance with the policies and procedures of the

risdiction.

6-2.5 Process plan review documents, given a set of plans and specifications, so that required permits are issued in accordance with the policies of the jurisdiction.

6-3.8 Recommend policies and procedures for the delivery of plan review services, given management objectives, so that plan reviews are carded out in accordance with the policies of the jurisdiction and due process of the law is followed.

7-2.2 Develop policies and procedures for the administration of plan review functions, given management objectives, so that the policies are clearly defined and concise and are in accordance with the legal obligations of the jurisdiction.

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e s a n t a n e c o m m e n m o c a u o n s to codes and standards of the jurisdiction, given a fire safety related issue, so that the proposed codes and standards are properly . written and address the problem, need, or deficiency.

and consultation with legal counsel, so that all information is presented accurately and the inspector's demeanor is appropriate to the proceeding.

Occupancy ~ ' ~ e

Occupant

• _en me occupancy classification of a mixed-use building, given a description of the uses, so that each area is properly classified in accordance with applicable codes and standardL

4-4.1 Classify the occupancy type, • e n a set of lans, specifications,

~g~vc~ a descripuPoln of a building, so that the classification is made according to applicable codes and standards.

Compute a floor hi:

accordance

• amtmn es, green p_ and related documents, so that Information can be easily re l ieved and is filed ha comi?liance with the record- keepmg policies of the organization.

• etermme e app e code or standard, given a fire pro tec t ion- relatedissue, so that the proper document, edition, and section are referenced.

proceedings, given the findings of a plan review and consultation with legal counsel, so that testimony is accurate and the plan reviewer's demeanor is appropriate to the procel]~ng.

esign a hag system, given plans and related documents, so that information may be efficiently maintained and reUieved and is maintained in accordance with the record- jkeeping process of the urisdiction and with state and

federal requirements.

p r o p o s - - ~ ' e ~ alternative method for compliance with applicable codes and imndards, given a design that does not meet prescriptive code requirements and supporting documentat ion of a submittal, so that the design meets the intent of applicable codes and standards.

codes and

load is in

~ y s t e m s

~ g r e s s

a fire p r o t e c t i o ~ e m , ~ shop drawings and s y s ~ c ' ! j l F . a t i o n s for a process o o p ~ so that the system is r e v i e w e < ~ i r code

rn compliance, installed a accordance with the approved drawings, and all deficiencies are identified, documented, and reported in accordance with the policies of the jurisdiction.

• en t egress eement s are [~rovided, given a floor plan of a budding or portion of a building, so that all elements are identified, checked against applicable codes and-standards, and any deficiencies are discovered and communicated in accordance with the policies of the jurisdiction.

"~g"~J~uate egress is provided, given a set of plans for a tent or membrane strucvare, special amusement structure, exhibit, trade show, or

I temporary slructure and an occupant load, so that all required egress elements are provided and deficiencies are identified, documented, and reported in accordance with the polities of the jurisdiction.

installation of fire protection systems, given a submittal of shog drawings and specifications, so that the fire protection systems and equipment are reviewed and all deficiencies are identified, documented, and reported in accordance with the l~olides and procedures of the jurisdiction.

• e at egress e ements are provided, given a plan Of a building or portion o f a building, so that all egress elements are identified, checked against applicable codes and standards, and any deficiencies are identified, documented, and reported in accordance with the policies of the jurisdiction.

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Construct ion Type

Fire Flow, Hydrant Locat ions

4-4.5 Field verify the construct ion lype of a bui lding or por t ion aereof, given a set of approved

Pdlans and specifications, so tha t ae construct ion type complies

with the approved plans and applicable codes and standards.

Emergency Access

Construct ion, Fire Protect ion Elements

Process or Opera t ion

Design Concep t

6-3.3 Verify the classification of the construct ion type, given a site plan and bui ld ing const ruct ion documents , inc luding the proposed area, height , n u m b e r of stories, and location, so that the proposed bui lding is properly classified in accordance with appl icable codes and s tandards, and deficiencies are identified, documented , and repor ted .

6-3.6 Evaluate code compliance for requi red fire flow and hydran t location and spacing,

I given a site p lan, requi red fire flow, and fire flow test results, so that the requi red fire flow is

i available, hydrants are properly located, and all discrepancies are identified, documented , a n d repor ted in accordance with the policies of the jur i sd ic t ion .

6-3.7 Evaluate code c o ~ i ~ c e of emergency vehicle.,~kess','z:~ . given a site plan, so::~.......?.., adequate emerge.~.'.~ a ~ : . i s provided in ac~gf~.nce ~ : . . . . applicable c ~ i ~ - - . s t a n d ~ .. and all defi~ncie~:":are "~.:~:: identifie;.~.~ii~ocd ~.ented, and ~"~ reportCiff ' :~ '~c( ~ c e with the policies of ~ i ~ i'~~'fllction.

'>':.'i~t !~.. ,, "i" :::~:': . . . . . Codes a n ~ , n d a r d s ' ::~i~-~!~!~r#:."

-:~. :~-~i:::..i~ u at e c 9 . ~ c ~ p l t ' ~ g . . ~ t i n g, v e ~ l ~ r i , ~ g ~ o n d i t i o n i n g ,

. ~ i : : and[! i~ler b~l lding service .... .. -~-~.-~.:--:: ..~. .::#,~ -'.::~'~.-':. equf"L~nel~t a n d operauons ,

..#~'.~ .:?..!.-" g w f n ~ a s and speoficat ions, 6~:::~:.~.~: ~ i i ~ ~"-~:t[~"~the systems and o ther

~'?-':'.,.%'~" ' i ~ i ~ m e n t are provided in ,.:,.::: ........... "::%~. a ' ~ ) r d a n c e wiffi appl icable

- ~ ! i ~ ! - - : , ' ~ : : . . ~'codes and s tandards and all .~.-#" "":::~:.'.-'~'.'-~ "~":'~:.-"'~ deficiencies are identified,

:..:~'.:~:.. "%-~. ":#::" documented , and repor ted in :" "~:'..:.:!:.. '~:"-.::-:': accordance with the policies of

"::!i~i~i~.. jill: the jur isdict ion.

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6-3.1 Verify code compliance, given a set of plans for a tent or m e m b r a n e structure, special a m u s e m e n t structure, exhibit, t rade show, or temporary structure, so tha t all deficiencies are identified, documented , and repor ted in accordance with the policies of the jur i sd ic t ion .

7-$.2 Evaluate proposed passive fire protec t ion e lements of a bui ld ing or por t ion of a building, given a set of plans and specifications for a bui lding or facility, so tha t the protect ion provided for the facility is in accordance with applicable codes a n d standards, a n d a l l deficiencies are identified, documented , and repor ted in accordance with the policies of the jur isdict ion.

7-3.3 Evaluate plans for a process or operation, given plans a n d specifications, so tha t the process or opera t ion is reviewed for code or s t andard compliance, and all deficiencies are identified, documented , and repor ted in accordance with the policies and procedures of the jurisdict ion.

7-3.1 Evaluate a design concept, given a prel iminary design presentat ion, so tha t tile agreed concept meets the in ten t of appl icable codes and s tandards in accordance with the policies and procedures of the jurisdict ion.

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Resolution

Flammable and Combustible Liquids

Hazardous Materials and Substances

Integration of Design Elements

Plan Review Process

4-3.9 Verify code compliance for storage, handling, and use of flammable and combustible liquids and gases, given field observations and inspection guidelines from the anthority having jurisdiction, so that applicable codes and standards are addressed and all deficiencies are identified, documented, and reported in accordance with the policies of the jurisdiction.

4-3.10 Evaluate code compliance for the storage, handling, and use of hazardous materials, given field observations, so that applicable codes and standards for each hazardous material encountered are properly addressed and all deficiencies are identified, documented, and reported in accordance with the policies of the • urisdiction.

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6-2.4 Facilitate the resolution of deficiencies identified during the plan review, given a submittal arid the established practices and procedures of the jurisdiction, so that deficiencies are identified, documented, and reported to the plan submitter with applicable references to codes and standards and alternative methods for compliance are identified.

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7-3.4 Evaluate plans for storage, handling, and use of flammable and combustible liquids and gases, given plans and specifications, so that the plans are reviewed for compliance with applicable codes and standards and all deficiencies are identified, documented, and reported in accordance with the applicable codes, standards, policies, and procedures of the jurisdiction.

7-3.8 Evaluate plans for storage, handling, and use of hazardous materials, given plans and specifications, so that the plans are reviewed for compliance with applicable codes and standards and all deficiencies are identified, documented, and reported in accordance with the applicable codes, standards, policies and procedures of the jurisdiction.

7-3.7 Evaluate the integration of fire protection systems and life safety systems, given a plan submittal, a life safety report, a sequence of operations report, and testing criteria, so that the integration of proposed systems meet the requirements or intent of the applicable codes and standards and meet the fire and life safety objectives of the jurisdiction, and any deficiencies are identified, documented, and reported in accordance with the policies of the jurisdiction.

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PART III

(Log #1) 1033- 1 - (Chapter 1 (New)): Reject SUBMITTER: james E. Posey, Jr., Birmingham, AL RECOMMENDATION: Add new text as follows:

1. Testing to qualify with no grand_fathering. 2. Must be a member of NFPA to be tested. 3. Pass or fail grade with only two chances to be tested each year. 4. Test scores to be destroyed after graded. A pass, fail grade

would eliminate paperwork for NFPA and give equal footing to all who pass or fail. SUBSTANTIATION: 1. This would eliminate anyone that was certified through any other organization such as IAAI, and give everyone interested in becomingNFPA certified an equal chance.

2. Generate more NFPA members. 3 and 4. If test scores are kept on record, attorneys would be

subpoenaing candidates test scores to see which fire expert made the highest score COMMITTEE ACTION: Reject. COMMITTEE STATEMENT: This proposal does not specify the part of the document to which the proposal should apply. Furthermore, tltis proposal is not within the scope of dais document.

(Log #CP10) 1033- 2 - (Chapter 2 Special Tools): Accept SUBMITTER: Technical Committee on Fire Investigator Professional Qualifications RECOMMENDATION: In the definition for Special Tools, after hydrocarbon detectors, add "ignitable liquid detection canine teams," so that the definition reads:

Special Tools. Tools of a specialized or unique nature dlat may not be required for every fire investigation as are the standard equipment and tools. Examples include heavy equipment, hydrocarbon detectors, ignitable liquid detection canine teams, microscopes, flash point testers, etc. SUBSTANTIATION: Ignitable liquid detection canine teams have increasing presence in the fire investigations field, and the committee is updating tltis definition to reflect that capability. COMMITTEE ACTION: Accept.

(Log #CP3) 1033- 3 - (Chapter 2 Standard Tools and Equipment): Accept SUBMITTER: Technical Committee on Fire Investigator Professional Qualifications RECOMMENDATION: In the definition for Standard Equipment and Tools, after tape measure, add "safety clothing and equipment," so that the definition reads: Standard Equipment and Tools. Standard equipment and tools

are: a 35-mm camera, flash, and film; flashlight; shovel; broom; band tools; tape measure; safety clothing and equipment; and evidence collection containers. SUBSTANTIATION: The reference to safety equipment was added to emphasize the importance of personal protection equipment for fire investigators. COMMITTEE ACTION: Accept.

(Log #CP2) 1033- 4- (3-1.2): Accept SUBMITTER: Technical Committee on Fire Investigator Professional Qualifications RECOMMENDATION: Modify the existing 3-1.2 (renumbered to 3-1.3) by dropping the words "during an investigation," so that the text reads:

3-1.3 The fire investigator shall maintain appropriate liaison with other interested professionals.

SUBSTANTIATION: Fire investigators need to maintain appropriate liaison with other professionals at all times so that liaison during an investigation is made easier. COMMITTEE ACTION: Accept.

(Log #CP1) 1033- 5 - (3-1.2 (New)): Accept S U B ~ T T E ~ Technical Committee on Fire Investigator Professional Qualifications RECOMMENDATION: Renumber existing 3-1.2 to 3-1.3.

Insert new 3-1.2 to read: 3-1.2 Fire investigators are required to perform activities in

adverse conditions. Regional and national safety standards shall be included in organizational policies and procedures. SUBSTANTIATION: Fire scenes often present unstable and hazardous environments, and organizations employing fire investigators need to introduce safety awareness as an important Pcriority


(Log #CP4) 1033- 6- (3-2.2.1): Accept SUBMITTER: Technical Committee on Fire Investigator Professional Qualifications RECOMMENDATION: Reword the paragraph to read:

3-2.2.1 Prerequisite Knowledge: Fire ground hazards; types of evidence; and the importance of fire scene security, evidence preservation, and issues relating to spoliation. SUBSTANTIATION: The matter of spoliation is distinct from simple evidence preservation and is important enough to warrant specific mention. COMMITTEE ACTION: Accept.

(Log #CP15) 1033- 7 - (3-4.3, 3-4.3.1, and 3-4.3.2): Accept SUBMITTER: Technical Committee on Fire Investigator Professional Qualifications RECOMMENDATION: Renumber 3-4.3 as 3-4.4, renumber 3-4.3.1 as 3-4.4.1, and renumber 3-4.3.2 as 3-4.4.2.

In new 3-4.4.1 delete the opening words "Knowledge of the capabilities of the services performing the analysis," and add to the end the words "and capabilities and limitations of the services performing the analysis."

New 3-4.4.1 would read as: 3-4.4.1 Prerequisite Knowledge: Purposes for submitting samples,

types of analytical services available, and capabilities and limitations of the services performing the analysis. SUBSTANTIATION: Renumberin~ is to present this job performance requirement for selecting appropriate evidence for analysis after the job performance requirement for locating, collecting, and packaging evidence and to put the two items in the proper logical sequence.

The word change in new 3-4.4.1 is to reorder the prerequisite knowledge requirement to make the purposes for submitting samples and the types of analytical services available occur before knowing the capabilities and limitations of those services

erforming analysis. OMMITTEE ACTION: Accept.

(Log #CP11) 1033- 8 - (3-4.4, 3-4.4.1, and 3-4.4.2): Accept SUBMITTER: Technical Committee on Fire Investigator Professional Qualifications RECOMMENDATION: Renumber existing 3-4.4 as 3-4.3, renumber existing 3-4-4.1 as 3-4-3.1, and renumber existing 3-4.4.2 as 3-4.3.2.

In the new 3-4.3 add the word "Locate" to the beginning of the sentence, so that it reads :

3-4.3 Locate, collect and package evidence, given standard or

~a~ ecial tools and equipment and evidence collection materials, so at evidence is identified, preserved, collected, and packaged to

avoid contamination and investigator-inflicted damage and the chain of custody is established.

In the new 3-4.3.1 add the words "types of standard and special tools used to locate evidence and their capabilities and limitation" so that it reads:

3-4.3.1 Prerequisite Knowledge: Types of evidence (exclusionary or fire-cause supportive evidence), types of standard and special tools used to locate evidence and their capabilities and limitations, types of laboratory tests available, packaging techniques and materials, and impact of evidence collection on the investigation.

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SUBSTANTIATION: Renumbering thisJPR is to present this job performance requirement for locating, collecting and packaging evidence before the job performance requirement for selectin[~ appropriate evidence for analysis and to put the two items in the proper logical sequence. The first word change is to emphasize the necessity of locating evidence before it can be collected.

The word change in 3-4.3.1 is to add to the prerequisite knowledge requirement a greater awareness of the use of special tools, such as ignitable liquid detection canine teams, and to clarify the systematic approach to the identification, collection and analysis of evidence. COMMITTEE ACTION: Accept.

(Log #CP6) 1033- 9 - (3-6.6.1): Accept SUBMITTER: Tedmical Committee on Fire Investigator Professional Qualifications RECOMMENDATION: Reword the paragraph so that it reads as follows:

Prerequisite Knog~edge: Analytical methods and procedures (e.g., hypothesis testing, systems analysis, time lines, link analysis, fault tree analysis, data reduction matrixing, etc.). SUBSTANTIATION: The list of examples has been reworded and expanded to allow more guidance for the user. COMMITTEE ACTION: Accept.

(Log #CP7) 1033- 10- (3-7.2.2): Accept SUBMITTER: Technical Committee on Fire Investigator Professional Qualifications RECOMMENDATION: Delete the words "and apply deductive reasoning" so that the paragraph reads:

3-7.2.2 Prerequisite Skills: Writing skills, ability to analyze information, and ability to determine the reader's needs. SUBSTANTIATION: Deductive reasoning did not need to be specified to the exclusion of inductive reasoning, but tile committee felt that the existing "ability to analyze information" was sufficient to convey the needed skill. COMMITTEE ACTION: Accept.

(Log #CP8) 1033- 11 - (3-7.4): Accept SUBMITTER: Technical Committee on Fire Investigator Professional Qualificad ons RECOMMENDATION: After "all pertinent investigative information," delete "is" and add "and evidence are." Add a comma between "accurately" and "and." Add "attire" so that the paragraph reads:

3-7.4 Testify during legal proceedings, gqven investigative findings, contents of reports, and consultation with legal counsel, so that all pertinent investigative information and evidence are presented

learly and accurately, and the investigator's demeanor and attire are appropriate to the proceedings. SUBSTANTIATION: Evidence is different from other investgadve information, and the committee wanted to emphasize that evidence also needs to be presented clearly. The committee also wanted to emphasize the importance of professional attire, the lack of which could unfavorably impact other participants in the legal pCroceedings.


(Log #CPS) 1033- 12- (A-1-3.7): Accept SUBMITTER: Technical Committee on Fire Investigator Professional Qualifications RECOMMENDATION: Delete the reference to NFPA 907M and the end of the sentence and add a reference to the NFPA Handbook, so that the paragraph reads:

A-1-3.7 Fire investigation technology and practices are changing rapidly. It is essenti~d for an investigator's performance and knowledge to remain current. It is recommended that investigators be familiar with tile technical information and procedural guidance presented in materials such as NFPA 921, Guide for Fire and Explosion Investigations and NFPA Fire Protection Handbook, 18th edition.

SUBSTANTIATION: The deleted reference document has been withdrawn and the content material is now part of NFPA 921. COMMITTEE ACTION: Accept.

(Log #CP12) 1033- 13 - (A-2 Standard Equipment and Tools (New)): Accept SUBMITTER: Technical Committee on Fire Investigator Professional Qualifications

J RECOMMENDATION: Add new text so the definition note reads: I "Examples of safety clothing and equipment are found in 10-1.2 of I NFPA 921, Guide for Fire and Explosion Investigations, 1995 I edition."

SUBSTANTIATION: Safety clothing and equipment are being added to the definition, and dais appendix note refers the reader to an existing list of appropriate items. COMMITTEE ACTION: Accept.

(Log #CP9) 1033- 14- (A-3-1.3): Accept SUBMITTER: Technical Committee on Fire Investigator Professional Qualifications RECOMMENDATION: Renumber existing A-3-1.3 to A-3-1.4.

In the last sentence of the second paragraph, after "attorney-client privilege," delete "and other", then add "including spoliation," after "rules of evidence" and add "other laws" in front of "applicable" so that the last sentence reads as follows:

"Show due process of civil rights laws, privacy laws, the fair credit reporting act, laws of trespass and invasion of privacy, laws of libel and slander, laws of punitive damages and attorney-client privilege, rules of evidence including spoliation, and other laws applicable to the audlority having jurisdiction." SUBSTANTIATION: Renumbering dais appendix note to correspond to the associated renumbered paragraph. The added text refers to spoliation, which the committee wanted to emphasize as an important consideration regarding properly preserving evidence. COMMITTEE ACTION: Accept.

(Log #CP14) 1033- 15 - (A-3-2.9): Accept SUBMITTER: Technical Committee on Fire Investigator Professional Qualifications RECOMMENDATION: Remove the words "shutdown of' at HVAC systems so tbat file paragraph reads:

A-3-2.9 Examples of tampered systems: Fire doors propped open, sprinkler systems slmt down, detection systems disabled. Examples of proper operating systems: Fire doors, sprinkler activation systems, HVAC systems, automatic utility shutoff. SUBSTANTIATION: When inspecting the performance of building systems, HVAC is an important overall consideration, not just in tile shutdown of HVAC, so the phrase "shutdown of" was removed. COMMITTEE ACTION: Accept.

(Log #CP13) 1033- 16 - (B-l-l): Accept SUBMITTEP,: Tedmical Committee on Fire Investigator Professional Qualifications

J RECOMMENDATION: Delete the reference to NFPA 907M. [ Update the reference to NFPA 921 to the 1995 edition. J After file reference to NFPA 921, add a reference to tbe NFPA I Fire Protection Handbook, 18th edition.

SUBSTANTIATION: NFPA 907M was withdrawn as a separate document and the material was incorporated into NFPA 921, 1995 edition. The NFPA Fire Protection Handbook was added as an important informational reference for fire investigators. COMMITTEE ACTION: Accept.

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