| Course Title: | Pump Ops |
| Course Description: | This FSTEP course provides the student with the information, theory, methods, and techniques for operating fire service pumps. Subjects include: Types of pumps, engine and pump gauges, maintenance, unsafe pumping conditions, pressure relief devices, cooling systems, water supplies, drafting, field hydraulics, and pumping operations. |
| Lead Instructor Name: | FC Jed Wilson & FC Ken Lord |
| Class Coordinator: | FC Jed Wilson |
| Course Length: | 16 Hours |
| Course Times: | 0900-1800 |
| Course Date(s): | Saturday: & Sunday: 4/17-4/18/10 |
| Location: | Corralitos |
| Target Audience: | CAL FIRE/County Fire Personnel - Company officers, training officers, and senior fire fighters who serve as incidents commanders at initial response incidents. |
| Cost: |
Free to
CZU San Mateo-Santa Cruz County Fire Volunteers, Reserves, and PCFs.
Please submit your TR-7's through the proper chain of command.
Fee to others
$50.00. This class is hosted by SCCTO's. CZU personnel please submit your
TR-7's through the proper chain of command for scheduling and budgeting
consideration. Registration forms must be completed and submitted to SCCTO's
to enroll in this class.
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| Pre-Requisites: | Preventative Maintenance (Driver or Engineer), Volunteer FFI |
| Class Size: | Minimum 10 - Maximum 25 |
| Meals: | Lunch will NOT be provided. |
| Attire: | Attire
will be appropriate for automotive work. This is a “hands-on” class; please
dress in the appropriate work attire. No shorts, tank tops, sandals, etc., will be allowed. |
