Sanxi LIy; Hailin Sun z; Tong Wang x March 26, 2013

Firefighter II

Skills Book

Fire Service Training

Oklahoma State University Fire Service Training Professional Qualifications Certification System Fire Fighter 2 - General Information

STANDARD & ACCREDITATION Exam Name Fire Fighter - 2 (FF2) NFPA Standard 1001 Edition 2008 Chapter 6 Next Edition 2013 Accredited Yes Update Due 2015 Prerequisite Certification

Fire Fighter I and NFPA 472 Haz Mat Awareness and Operations certification.

Test Purpose To evaluate the candidates ability to meet the requirements of NFPA 1001 – Level 2

WRITTEN EXAM INFORMATION

Questions Per Test 100 Time Allowed 120 Minutes Minimum Score 70% Graded By OSU - FST Staff Test Developed By OSU - FST Last Update 03/2011 Type of Questions Multiple Choice # of Questions in

the written bank 334

Required Materials As outlined in the “Preparing Certification Test Kits” guidelines

SKILLS EXAM INFORMATION # of Skills in Bank 12 # of Skills Tested 4 Grading Criteria Pass/Fail as outline on the individual skill sheet Required Materials As outlined in the “Preparing Certification Test Kits” guidelines Selected Skills Skills selected are randomly selected

SPECIAL INFORMATION Retest Policy According to Policies and Procedures # of Proctors & Evaluators

One proctor and one evaluator for every ten students.

Firefighter II Certification

Skill # 1 Pre-Incident Survey Maximum Time Allowed: 30 min. INSTRUCTIONS TO THE CANDIDATE

The candidate, given various types of buildings, will prepare a pre-incident survey so that all required occupancy information is recorded, items of concern are noted, and accurate sketches are prepared.

CANDIDATE PERFORMANCE Candidate Successful

Yes No

♦ Candidate has informed the evaluator that they have been trained in this skill

SURVEY FORM COMPLETED

Occupancy information was recorded

ITEMS OF CONCERN NOTED

Applicable hazards identified

Access concerns/impediments identified

Fixed suppression/alarm systems-components identified

Utility control locations identified

Early collapse potential evaluated and noted if applicable

Forcible entry barriers identified

Hazardous materials identified

Water supply identified

BUILDING SKETCH

Building sketch prepared

Total steps candidate must complete to pass: 8 Total

♦Critical Step - Failure on this step results in failure of the entire skill. Candidate Name_______________________________________________________________________ 1st Evaluator Signature__________________________________ Date___________________________


Skill # 1 Pre-Incident Survey Objective(s): 6.5.3, 6.5.3.B NFPA Standard 1001 2008 Edition

INSTRUCTIONS TO THE PROCTOR/EVALUATOR PPE Worn: As required for facility. EQUIPMENT LIST: Clipboards, pens/pencils, survey form, measuring wheel, flashlight, and graph paper. Retest Policy: This skill is NOT eligible for on-site retest in accordance with OSU FST policies and procedures. Proctor/Candidate Comments I was informed of the task steps missed that resulted in the failure of this skill and the OSU-FST re-test policies. ________________________________________________________________ _______________________ Candidate Signature Date


Skill # 2 Maintain Power Plants, Tools and Lighting Equipment Maximum Time Allowed: 20 min. INSTRUCTIONS TO THE CANDIDATE

The candidate, given various equipment, will demonstrate the cleaning and maintenance of power plants and lighting equipment or power tools, recording maintenance, and placing the equipment in a ready state or report otherwise.

CANDIDATE PERFORMANCE 1st

Attempt 2nd

Attempt Yes No Yes No


EQUIPMENT MAINTENANCE

Maintained in accordance with manufacturer’s recommendations and/or agency policies

Inspected equipment and components for damage

Safety guards and/or safety features present and operable

Equipment started and/or inspected weekly (Evaluator prompt)

Checked oil and fuel levels.

Electrical components checked

Change oil and fuel every 3 weeks or according to agency policies (Evaluator prompt)

Defective equipment components replaced (Blades, bulbs, etc.)

Equipment started and operated

Equipment placed in ready state or reported otherwise


♦Critical Step - Failure on this step results in failure of the entire skill. Candidate Name_______________________________________________________________________ 1st Evaluator Signature__________________________________ Date___________________________ 2nd Evaluator Signature_________________________________ Date___________________________


Skill # 2 Maintain Power Plants, Tools and Lighting Equipment Objective(s): 6.5.4, 6.5.4.B NFPA Standard 1001 2008 Edition

INSTRUCTIONS TO THE PROCTOR/EVALUATOR Evaluator chooses equipment to be maintained. PPE Worn: Helmet, eye and hearing protection, steel-toed shoes and gloves. EQUIPMENT LIST: Power plant, cords and adapters, lighting equipment, portable power tools, fuel, oil, cleaning supplies, appropriate hand-tools, “Out of Service” tags. Retest Policy: This skill is eligible for on-site retest in accordance with OSU FST policies and procedures. Proctor/Candidate Comments I was informed of the task steps missed that resulted in the failure of this skill and the OSU-FST re-test policies. ________________________________________________________________ _______________________ Candidate Signature Date


Skill # 3 Perform Annual Service Test on Fire Hose Maximum Time Allowed: 15 min. INSTRUCTIONS TO THE CANDIDATE

The candidate, given various equipment and forms, will perform an annual service test on fire hose so that safe procedures are followed, the condition of the hose is evaluated, any damaged hose is removed from service, and the results are recorded.


Attempt 2nd



INSPECT HOSE

Inspect hose before beginning test

Damaged hose removed from service

PREPARE HOSE FOR TEST

♦ Hose test gate valve used if using pumper (Safety precaution)

♦ Hose attached on side of pumper opposite pump panel if applicable (Safety precaution)

♦ Hose tied off to pumper if applicable (Safety precaution)

Lay out and connect hose – nozzle on remote end

Maximum 300 ft. per line tested (Evaluator prompt)

Charge hose to 50 psi and bleed air

Mark hose next to couplings

Tighten leaking couplings – no leaking couplings

Remove any damaged hose

Close hose test gate valve if applicable

CONDUCT TEST

♦ Increase to appropriate pressure stamped on hose

Maintain test pressure for 5 minutes (Evaluator prompt)

Record results

Defective hose removed from service and tagged




Skill # 3 Perform Annual Service Test on Fire Hose Objective(s): 6.5.5, 6.5.5.B NFPA Standard 1001 2008 Edition

INSTRUCTIONS TO THE PROCTOR/EVALUATOR PPE Worn: Helmet, steel-toed shoes and gloves. EQUIPMENT LIST: Hose to test, pumper or hose tester, (apparatus operator if apparatus used) clipboard, pens/pencils, stopwatch, hose records, out-of-service tags, hose pressure chart for pre-1987 hose, nozzles, hose test gate valve (if applicable), rope, permanent markers. Retest Policy: This skill is eligible for on-site retest in accordance with OSU FST policies and procedures. Proctor/Candidate Comments I was informed of the task steps missed that resulted in the failure of this skill and the OSU-FST re-test policies. ________________________________________________________________ _______________________ Candidate Signature Date


Skill # 4 Complete a Basic Fire Incident Report Maximum Time Allowed: 30 min. INSTRUCTIONS TO THE CANDIDATE

The candidate, given a scenario and appropriate NFIRS forms and quick reference guides, will complete a basic incident report so that all pertinent information is recorded, the information is accurate, and the report is complete.

CANDIDATE PERFORMANCE Candidate Successful Yes No


COMPLETE BASIC FIRE INCIDENT REPORT

Report legible (written reports)

Appropriate remarks noted in comments

Proper codes used

Report information accurate and without spelling or grammatical errors

Report complete




Skill # 4 Complete a Basic Fire Incident Report Objective(s): 6.2.1, 6.2.1.B NFPA Standard 1001 2008 Edition

INSTRUCTIONS TO THE PROCTOR/EVALUATOR EQUIPMENT LIST: Skill 5 Scenario, NFIRS fire incident report form or computer with appropriate NFIRS incident reporting software, NFIRS Quick Reference Guide, Pens/Pencils. Retest Policy: This skill is NOT eligible for on-site retest in accordance with OSU FST policies and procedures. Proctor/Candidate Comments I was informed of the task steps missed that resulted in the failure of this skill and the OSU-FST re-test policies. ________________________________________________________________ _______________________ Candidate Signature Date

Fire Fighter II Certification

Skill # 5 Fire Safety Survey Maximum Time Allowed: 15 min. INSTRUCTIONS TO THE CANDIDATE

As an individual candidate will perform a fire safety survey in a private dwelling so that fire and life safety hazards are identified and recommendations for corrections are made to occupant. Candidate will present fire safety information, based on NFPA materials, to occupants from a prepared source so that information is presented and questions are answered or referred.


Yes No

FIRE SAFETY SURVEY Evaluator tells candidate “You have been assigned the duty of performing a fire safety survey of a residence. Upon arrival you need to knock on the door and ask permission to perform a fire safety survey.” Candidate has informed the evaluator that they have been trained in this skill ♦

Knocks on door and introduces themselves to occupants by name, rank and fire department name.

Asks permission to perform survey.

Uses Courteous etiquette.

Occupant tells candidate “we would like to have a fire safety survey of our home, please come in.” Identifies at least one life and fire hazard

Surveys all areas

Checks placement and maintenance of fire extinguishers and smoke detectors.

Offers courteous tips on how to take corrective action.

PRESENT FIRE SAFETY INFORMATION Offers fire safety literature to occupants based on hazards found during survey.

Answers questions or refers to other sources.

Completes safety form/report accurately



Fire Fighter II Certification

Skill # 5 Fire Safety Survey Objective(s): 6.5.1, 6.5.1(B) NFPA Standard 1001 2008 Edition

INSTRUCTIONS TO THE PROCTOR/EVALUATOR Evaluator will need to have several problems for candidate to find. Evaluator will need to have a fire extinguisher and smoke detector located in the structure for candidate to inspect. Retest Policy: This skill is NOT eligible for on-site retest in accordance with OSU FST policies and procedures. Proctor/Candidate Comments

I was informed of the task steps missed that resulted in the failure of this skill and the OSU-FST re-test policies. ________________________________________________________________ _______________________ Candidate Signature Date


Skill # 6 Assume command, perform assigned duties and communicate the need for assistance Maximum Time Allowed: 30 min.

INSTRUCTIONS TO THE CANDIDATE The candidate, given various equipment and a simulated structure fire scenario will complete the following as assigned: • Assume command until command is transferred, transfer command when relieved providing an

appropriate status report and announcement of transfer. • Function within an assigned role within the incident management system. • Communicate the need for team assistance, given fire department communications equipment, so

that the supervisor is informed of team needs.


Attempt 2nd



Report arrival at emergency scene

Confirm address upon arrival

Nature and extent of situation, identify special conditions or hazards

Operational mode selected (Offensive, defensive, transitional, or investigation)

Assignments of other responding units

Establish and name command

Communicate the need for team assistance, equipment or additional resources.

Transfer command




Skill # 6 Assume command, perform assigned duties and communicate the need for assistance Objective(s): 6.1.1.2,6.2.2 NFPA Standard 1001 2008 Edition

INSTRUCTIONS TO THE PROCTOR/EVALUATOR EQUIPMENT LIST: Drill tower or other training facility with training smoke, Rescue manikin(s), 2 equipped Class A pumpers with operators (minimum – typical local response assignment may be substituted), Portable radios, Clipboard, paper, pen/pencil. Retest Policy: This skill is eligible for on-site retest in accordance with OSU FST policies and procedures. Proctor/Candidate Comments I was informed of the task steps missed that resulted in the failure of this skill and the OSU-FST re-test policies. ________________________________________________________________ _______________________ Candidate Signature Date


Skill # 7 Assist rescue operation teams Maximum Time Allowed: 15 min. INSTRUCTIONS TO THE CANDIDATE

The candidate will assist rescue operation teams, given standard operating procedures, necessary rescue equipment, and an assignment, so that procedures are followed, rescue items are recognized and retrieved in the time as prescribed, and the assignment is completed.


Attempt 2nd



ASSIST RESCUE OPERATIONS (Team Completes 2 Activities Below – Evaluator’s Choice)

Activity 1. Cordon off area to establish a public barrier_____ Activity 2. Identify and retrieve various types of rescue equipment and tools_____ Activity 3. Haul away spoil from trench or collapse incidents to a safe location_____ Activity 4. Member of a power team under the direction of a rescue operations team member_____

♦ PPE Worn

♦ Safety precautions observed

♦ Assignment completed




Skill # 7 Assist rescue operation teams Objective(s): 6.4.2 NFPA Standard 1001 2008 Edition

INSTRUCTIONS TO THE PROCTOR/EVALUATOR Test completed as: Team of 2-3. Equipment List: Various rescue tools and equipment, scene barriers and mechanical advantage equipment. PPE Worn: Helmet, boots, gloves and safety glasses. Retest Policy: This skill is eligible for on-site retest in accordance with OSU FST policies and procedures. Proctor/Candidate Comments I was informed of the task steps missed that resulted in the failure of this skill and the OSU-FST re-test policies. ________________________________________________________________ _______________________ Candidate Signature Date

Firefighter II Live Fire Evaluation

Skill # 8 Interior Fire Attack Maximum Time Allowed: 20 min. INSTRUCTIONS TO THE CANDIDATE

The candidate, given various equipment, will coordinate a simulated interior attack line for team's accomplishment of an assignment in a structure fire, given attack lines, personnel, personal protective equipment, and tools, so that crew integrity is established; attack techniques are selected for the given level of the fire, attack techniques are communicated to the attack teams, constant team coordination is maintained, fire growth and development is continuously evaluated, search, rescue, and ventilation requirements are communicated or managed, hazards are reported to the attack teams, and incident command is apprised of changing conditions.


Attempt 2nd



INTERIOR ATTACK

♦ 2 IN/2 OUT precautions observed

♦ PPE/SCBA properly donned and remains intact until outside of hazardous area

♦ Proper equipment taken (Forcible entry tool, flashlight, portable radio)

♦ Fire conditions/building integrity/hazards evaluated before entry and throughout attack (Evaluator prompt)

♦ Action plan/attack method communicated to team

Crew integrity/coordination maintained

Ventilation needs managed or communicated to IC

Search and rescue needs managed or communicated to IC

Proper attack techniques selected

IC notified of changing conditions (Evaluator prompt)

FIRE CAUSE AND ORIGIN

♦Structural integrity considered

Evidence recognized

Incident command notified

Unnecessary overhaul delayed until investigator arrives (Evaluator prompt)

♦Evidence protected in place

♦Access denied to area




Skill # 8 Objective(s): 6.3.2. 6.3.2 (B), 6.3.4 6.3.4 (B) NFPA Standard 1001 2008 Edition

INSTRUCTIONS TO THE PROCTOR/EVALUATOR • 1.5” or greater attack line and back-up line • OSU-FST approved Fire Fighter II Training/Burning Facility • NFPA compliant Burn Building and props • Gas can (empty) or other item that would appear to be suspicious if found within a structure • Salvage cover of carry-all, tubs, overhaul tools, and hose line. Retest Policy: This skill is NOT eligible for on-site retest in accordance with OSU FST policies and procedures. Proctor/Candidate Comments I was informed of the task steps missed that resulted in the failure of this skill and the OSU-FST re-test policies. ________________________________________________________________ _______________________ Candidate Signature Date


Skill # 9 Demonstrate a Fire Safety Presentation Maximum Time Allowed: 10 min. INSTRUCTIONS TO THE CANDIDATE

The candidate shall present fire safety information, given a prepared fire safety presentation, so that all information is presented, the information is accurate, and questions are appropriately answered.

CANDIDATE PERFORMANCE

Candidate Successful

Yes

No


EQUIPMENT MAINTENANCE

Appropriately introduces self

Introduces the topic to be presented

Describes the importance of the topic in an attempt to motivate the audience

Presents the presentation provided thoroughly

Answers any questions or refers the question to appropriate information sources

Appropriately closes the presentation and thanks the audience for their attention




Skill # 9 Demonstrate a Fire Safety Presentation Objective(s): 6.5.2 NFPA Standard 1001 2008 Edition

INSTRUCTIONS TO THE PROCTOR/EVALUATOR Equipment: Fire safety presentation Retest Policy: This skill is NOT eligible for on-site retest in accordance with OSU FST policies and procedures. Proctor/Candidate Comments I was informed of the task steps missed that resulted in the failure of this skill and the OSU-FST re-test policies. ________________________________________________________________ _______________________ Candidate Signature Date

Fire Fighter II Live Fire Evaluation

Skill # 1 Extinguish an Ignitable Liquid Fire Maximum Time Allowed: 15 min. INSTRUCTIONS TO THE CANDIDATE

The candidate will extinguish a shallow pool ignitable liquid fire, operating as a member of a team, given an assignment, an attack line, personal protective equipment, a foam proportioning device, a nozzle, foam concentrates, and a water supply, so that the correct type of foam concentrate is selected for the given fuel and conditions, a properly proportioned foam stream is applied to the surface of the fuel to create and maintain a foam blanket, fire is extinguished, re-ignition is prevented, team protection is maintained with a foam stream, and the hazard is faced until retreat to safe haven is reached.


Attempt 2nd



EXTINGUISH IGNITABLE LIQUID FIRE

♦ PPE/SCBA (if needed) properly donned and remains intact until outside of hazardous area

♦ Exposures are cooled during preparation for approach

♦ Team leader briefs team and identifies/announces the safe haven prior to approach

♦ Recognize and identify fuels and hazardous conditions present

♦ Proper type of foam concentrate selected for fuel and conditions

Determine minimum quantity of concentrate required

♦ Foam proportioning device and associated equipment assembled properly • Nozzle and proportioning device must have matching flow rates • Assembled to deliver the minimum required flow rate • Adjust proportioning device setting to match concentrate percentage required

♦ Appropriate attack/back-up/exposure lines in place

♦ Exposures/pressure vessels are continually cooled during approach and retreat

♦ Properly proportioned foam stream is applied uninterrupted to the surface of the fuel to create and maintain a foam blanket

♦ Uses appropriate foam application technique • Roll-on • Bank-down • Rain down

Foam blanket maintained after extinguishment – re-ignition prevented

♦ Team integrity maintained

♦ Hazard is faced until retreat to safe haven is reached

Assignment completed: fire extinguished




Skill # 1 Extinguish an Ignitable Liquid Fire Objective(s):6.3.1, 6.3.1.B NFPA Standard 1001 2008 Edition

6.6.4.1 NFPA Standard 472 2008 Edition INSTRUCTIONS TO THE PROCTOR/EVALUATOR

EQUIPMENT LIST: Ignitable liquid fire training prop – 100 ft2 minimum, 2 water supplies, foam concentrate (training), foam proportioning device, appropriate nozzle with aspirating attachment, attack line (foam), and back-up/exposure line (water) PPE Worn: PPE and SCBA (If needed). NOTE: Live Fire Testing must be conducted in accordance with NFPA 1403, 1500 and 1584. RETEST POLICY: This skill is eligible for on-site retest in accordance with OSU FST policies and procedures. Proctor/Candidate Comments I was informed of the task steps missed that resulted in the failure of this skill and the OSU-FST re-test policies. ________________________________________________________________ _______________________ Candidate Signature Date


Skill # 2 Control Flammable Gas Cylinder Fire Maximum Time Allowed: 15 min. INSTRUCTIONS TO THE CANDIDATE

The candidate, given various equipment, will control a flammable gas cylinder fire operating as a member of a team, given an assignment, a cylinder outside a structure, and appropriate equipment, so that crew integrity is maintained, contents are identified, safe havens are identified prior to advancing, open valves are closed, flames are not extinguished unless the leaking gas is eliminated, the cylinder is cooled, cylinder integrity is evaluated, hazardous conditions are recognized and acted upon, and the cylinder is faced during approach and retreat.


Attempt 2nd



CONTROL FLAMMABLE GAS CYLINDER FIRE

♦ PPE/SCBA properly donned and remains intact until outside of hazardous area

♦ Exposures/Cylinder is cooled during preparation for approach

♦ Cylinder integrity is evaluated, hazardous conditions are recognized and acted upon

♦ Team leader briefs team and identifies/announces the safe haven prior to approach

Cylinder type/contents identified (evaluator prompt)

♦ Appropriate attack/back-up/exposure lines in place

♦ Team protection maintained with fog stream at all times – including retreat

♦ Hazard faced until retreat to safe haven is reached

♦ Team integrity maintained

♦ Exposures/pressure vessels are continually cooled during approach and retreat

♦ Contain the fire prior to attempting other control measures

Select appropriate tools/procedures and attempt to shut-off valve(s)

Fire not intentionally extinguished

♦ Unburned vapors from leaking cylinder/s are properly managed

Assignment completed: situation controlled




Skill # 2 Control Flammable Gas Cylinder Fire Objective(s): 6.3.3, 6.3.3.B NFPA Standard 1001 2008 Edition

INSTRUCTIONS TO THE PROCTOR/EVALUATOR

EQUIPMENT LIST: OSU-FST LPG Trailer or approved cylinder prop/s NOTE: Live Fire Testing must be conducted in accordance with NFPA 1403, 1500 and 1584. RETEST POLICY: This skill is eligible for on-site retest in accordance with OSU FST policies and procedures. Proctor/Candidate Comments I was informed of the task steps missed that resulted in the failure of this skill and the OSU-FST re-test policies. ________________________________________________________________ _______________________ Candidate Signature Date


Skill # 3 Extricate a victim entrapped in a motor vehicle Maximum Time Allowed: 30 min. INSTRUCTIONS TO THE CANDIDATE

The candidate will extricate a victim entrapped in a motor vehicle as part of a team, given stabilization and extrication tools, so that the vehicle is stabilized, the victim can be removed without further injury, and hazards are managed.


Yes No


♦ PPE Worn

Team command organization established and maintained

Vehicle type and hazards recognized and managed

Safety zones are established

Fire protection is established

Scene hazards managed (fuel spills, battery disconnected, utilities, etc.)

♦ Vehicle stabilized

♦ Supplemental restraint systems assessed and appropriately dealt with

♦ Victim accessed and appropriately protected throughout extrication operation

EXTRICATE ENTRAPPED VEHICLE ACCIDENT VICTIM (Team Completes 2 Activities Below – Evaluator’s Choice) (Please Check)

Activity 1. Manage glass_____ Activity 2. Displace roof_____ Activity 3. Displace door (s)_____ Activity 4. Displace steering column_____ Activity 5. Displace dash_____

♦ Tools used safely/efficiently

Victim extricated from wreckage

♦ Assignment completed using appropriate techniques




Skill # 3 Extricate a victim entrapped in a motor vehicle Objective(s): 6.4.1 NFPA Standard 1001 2008 Edition

INSTRUCTIONS TO THE PROCTOR/EVALUATOR

Test completed as: Team of 5-6. Equipment List: Salvaged vehicle, rescue manikin, scene barriers, OSU-FST extrication trailer or comparable equipment and fire protection (minimum 1 ½” hoseline) PPE Worn: Complete turnout or rescue gear. Fire protection will need SCBA. Retest Policy: This skill is NOT eligible for on-site retest in accordance with OSU FST policies and procedures. Proctor/Candidate Comments I was informed of the task steps missed that resulted in the failure of this skill and the OSU-FST re-test policies. ________________________________________________________________ _______________________ Candidate Signature Date

Sanxi LIy; Hailin Sun z; Tong Wang x March 26, 2013

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