TENNESSEE COMMISSION FIREFIGHTER I
ON FIREFIGHTING COMPETENCY EVALUATION
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Objective(s): 5-5.3 2002 NFPA 1001 Standard |
Primary Task: CLEANING AND SANITIZING SCBA |
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Skill No. 3.1 |
Station No. 3 |
MAXIMUM TIME ALLOWABLE: 10 MINUTES |
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INSTRUCTIONS TO THE MONITOR/EVALUATOR
1. The candidate shall provide his or her own self-contained breathing apparatus and approved cleaner/sanitizer. (Many S.C.B.A. manufacturers suggest or require a certain type of cleaner/sanitizer.) 2. The candidate shall be given the instructions below before beginning the task.
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INSTRUCTIONS TO THE CANDIDATE
1. “The candidate, given an SCBA and cleaning and sanitizing materials, shall demonstrate cleaning and sanitizing the breathing apparatus.”
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CANDIDATE PERFORMANCE |
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1. Inspects all rubber/elastomer parts for cracks and other damage. |
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2. Washes the assembly in warm water containing a mild commercial disinfectant. |
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3. Rinses with clear, warm water (submerges if necessary). |
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4. Ensures proper operation of the exhalation valve. |
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5. Air dries or dries with a lint free cloth (per manufacture spec.) |
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Other Components |
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6. Wipes off the entire unite using a soft cloth and an approved cleaner/disinfectant. |
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SCBA Harness |
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7. Washes with mild soap or commercial cleaning agent. |
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8. Rinses thoroughly. |
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9. Allows to air dry. |
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Reference: IFSTA Essentials 4th Edition, Chapter 4 Approved by Committee 12-7-04 |
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¨Critical Step - Failure on this step mandates failure on the entire objective! |
Total steps candidate must complete to Pass: |
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TOTALS |
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Test Date______________________________ Location:_____________________________________________ Candidate______________________________________________________SSN_________________________ Evaluation Location__________________________________________________________________________ Evaluator Signature______________________________________________ Date________________________ |
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TENNESSEE COMMISSION FIREFIGHTER I
ON FIREFIGHTING COMPETENCY EVALUATION
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Objective(s): 5-5.3 2002 NFPA 1001 Standard |
Primary Task: SCBA INSPECTION |
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Skill No. 3.2 |
Station No. 3 |
MAXIMUM TIME ALLOWABLE: 5 MINUTES |
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INSTRUCTIONS TO THE MONITOR/EVALUATOR
1. Candidate shall have available a Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus and facemask. 2. The candidate shall be given the instructions below before beginning the exercise.
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INSTRUCTIONS TO THE CANDIDATE
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CANDIDATE PERFORMANCE |
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1. Inspects the unit for cleanliness and obvious damage. |
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2. Inspects the cylinder to see that it is full and checks the hydrostatic test date. Notes composite cylinders must be tested every three (3) years and steel or aluminum cylinders require testing every five (5) years. |
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3. Turns the cylinder valve on completely. |
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4. Compares the tank gauge to the regulator gauge to ensure that they read within allowable variances. |
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5. Inspects all hoses and connections. |
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6. Inspects the facepiece to ensure that it is clean and in good condition, and that straps are fully extended. |
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7. Inspects the harness to ensure that it is in good condition, and that all straps are fully extended. |
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8. Inspects the by-pass and mainline valves, to ensure that both are operational. |
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9. Turns off cylinder valve completely. |
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10. “Bleeds off” air by activating by-pass valve, listens for low pressure alarm to activate. |
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11. Closes mainline and by-pass valves and tags “out of service” if applicable. |
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Reference: IFSTA Essentials 4th Edition, Chapter 4 Approved by Committee 12-7-04 |
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¨Critical Step - Failure on this step mandates failure on the entire objective! |
Total steps candidate must complete to Pass: |
8 |
TOTALS |
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Test Date______________________________ Location:_____________________________________________ Candidate______________________________________________________SSN_________________________ Evaluation Location__________________________________________________________________________ Evaluator Signature______________________________________________ Date________________________ |
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TENNESSEE COMMISSION FIREFIGHTER I
ON FIREFIGHTING COMPETENCY EVALUATION
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Objective(s): 5-3.9 2002 NFPA 1001 Standard |
Primary Task: PRIMARY SEARCH OPERATION
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Skill No. 3.3 |
Station No. 3 |
MAXIMUM TIME ALLOWABLE: 10 MINUTES |
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INSTRUCTIONS TO THE MONITOR/EVALUATOR
1. The candidate shall be provided with a facility in which to perform this skill. (NO LIVE FIRE!) area must be large enough for candidate to perform required skills 2. The candidate shall be informed as to where the search operation is to take place. 3. A “victim” (mannequin, dummy or someone serving as a victim) shall be placed inside the structure for this task. 4. The candidate shall work as a team member as the backup firefighter. 5. The candidate shall be given the instructions below before beginning the exercise.
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INSTRUCTIONS TO THE CANDIDATE
1. “The candidate, having a known victim located inside a structure, and working as a team member in the role of backup firefighter, shall demonstrate a primary search operation.” 2. “The candidate shall wear full PPE.”
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CANDIDATE PERFORMANCE |
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¨ 1. Wears full PPE. (Blacked-out facepiece) |
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2. Works as a team member. |
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3. Communicates well with partner(s). |
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4. Searches on hands and knees. |
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5. Follows lead firefighter, staying toward the inside of the room. |
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¨ 6. Maintains physical contact with the lead firefighter by holding onto foot or pants leg. |
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7. Sweeps toward inside of room with the inside hand or leg. |
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8. Searches all closets, pantries, shower stall/tubs, etc. |
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9. Occasionally pauses to listen for sounds of distress from occupants. |
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10. Maintains communication with partner. |
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11. Locates and retrieves victim. |
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Reference: IFSTA Essentials 4th Edition, Chapter 7 Approved by Committee 12-7-04 |
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¨Critical Step - Failure on this step mandates failure on the entire objective! |
Total steps candidate must complete to Pass: |
8 |
TOTALS |
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Test Date______________________________ Location:_____________________________________________ Candidate______________________________________________________SSN_________________________ Evaluation Location__________________________________________________________________________ Evaluator Signature______________________________________________ Date________________________ |
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TENNESSEE COMMISSION FIREFIGHTER I
ON FIREFIGHTING COMPETENCY EVALUATION
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Objective(s): 5-3.9 2002 NFPA 1001 Standard |
Primary Task: BLANKET DRAG REMOVAL |
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Skill No. 3.4 |
Station No. 3 |
MAXIMUM TIME ALLOWABLE: 5 MINUTES |
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INSTRUCTIONS TO THE MONITOR/EVALUATOR
1. Candidate shall be provided with a blanket or coat. 2. The candidate shall be provided with a “victim” on which to demonstrate this skill. 3. The candidate shall be given the instructions below before beginning the task.
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INSTRUCTIONS TO THE CANDIDATE
1. “The candidate, having an unconscious victim, shall demonstrate a blanket drag.”
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CANDIDATE PERFORMANCE |
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1. Spread blanket next to victim, making sure that it extends above victim’s head. |
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2. Kneels on both knees at victim’s side opposite the blanket. |
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3. Extends victim’s arm above the victim’s head. |
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4. Rolls victim against their knees. |
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5. Pulls blanket against the victim, gathering it slightly against the victim’s back. |
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6. Allow victim to roll gently onto the blanket. |
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7. Straighten the blanket on both sides. |
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8. Wrap the blanket around victim. |
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9. Tucks the lower ends around victim’s feet. |
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10. Pull the end of the blanket at the victim’s head. |
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11. Drags the victim to safety (10 feet). |
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Reference: IFSTA Essentials 4th Edition, Chapter 7 Approved by Committee 12-7-04 |
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¨Critical Step - Failure on this step mandates failure on the entire objective! |
Total steps candidate must complete to Pass: |
8 |
TOTALS |
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Test Date______________________________ Location:_____________________________________________ Candidate______________________________________________________SSN_________________________ Evaluation Location__________________________________________________________________________ Evaluator Signature______________________________________________ Date________________________ |
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TENNESSEE COMMISSION FIREFIGHTER I
ON FIREFIGHTING COMPETENCY EVALUATION
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Objective(s): 5-3.9 2002 NFPA 1001 Standard |
Primary Task: EXTREMITIES CARRY REMOVAL |
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Skill No. 3.5 |
Station No. 3 |
MAXIMUM TIME ALLOWABLE: 3 MINUTES |
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INSTRUCTIONS TO THE MONITOR/EVALUATOR
1. Candidate shall be provided with an assistant, but the assistant will only do as he/she is instructed to do by the candidate. 2. The candidate shall be provided with a “victim” on which to demonstrate this skill. 3. The candidate shall be given the instructions below before beginning the task.
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INSTRUCTIONS TO THE CANDIDATE
1. “The candidate, having an unconscious victim and working with an assistant, shall demonstrate an extremities carry. The assistant may only do as he/she is instructed.”
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CANDIDATE PERFORMANCE |
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1. Stands at the head of the victim. |
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2. Instructs the second rescuer to stand at victims feet. |
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3. Kneels at the victims head and raises victims head and shoulders. |
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4. Wraps arms around the victim’s chest and grasps the victim’s left wrist with the right hand, and the victim’s right wrist with the left hand. |
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5. Instructs rescuer at the feet to squat with feet together between the victim’s legs facing the same direction as the victim. |
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6. Instructs rescuer at the feet to grasp the victim’s legs under the knees. |
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7. Signals the other rescuer and stands simultaneously while lifting victim. |
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8. Uses leg muscles to lift and not the back. |
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Reference: IFSTA Essentials 4th Edition, Chapter 7 Approved by Committee 12-7-04 |
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¨Critical Step - Failure on this step mandates failure on the entire objective! |
Total steps candidate must complete to Pass: |
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