Apparatus Operations

Program Details

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Program Description

ATPC 1302

The course covers the laws, rules, and driving techniques for emergency vehicles, as well as a review of fire service hydraulics. Fireground evolutions and a driving course make up the practical portion of the course. The evolutions portion of the course also includes the use of pre-connected lines, tandem pumping, drafting, relays, and master stream production. The student should have a basic understanding of fire stream hydraulics prior to entering this course. Students must bring gloves and proper attire for water pumping exercises.
Instructor: Jeff Philips, A.S
Bureau of Fire Standards & Training approval #100468

Length:

40 contact hours
Class size: 7 minimum, 20 maximum

Books:

NEW 2^nd Ed. (2009) IFSTA Pumping Apparatus Driver/ Operator Handbook and study guide packaged set ISBN-10: 0-87939-278-9

Book: 70.73 Plus Tax
(Prices are subject to change)

Both the handbook and study guide are required and will be used for both Hydraulics and Apparatus Operator.
Students/agencies are responsible for books.

Will need books and study guides on the first day of class.

Location:

MTC East Campus Fire Science Building
5530 Lakewood Ranch Blvd, Bradenton, FL 3421

Registration Information

Register: https://manateeschools.revtrak.net/MTC/fire/#/list

Kelly Gairing

Secretary

5530 Lakewood Ranch Blvd, Bradenton, FL 34211
Call 941.752.8100 x 4708
Email: gairingk@manateeschools.net

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