| Course Title: | Pump Ops |
| Course Description: | This 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: | TBA |
| Class Coordinator: | FC Tony Fata |
| Course Length: | 16 Hours |
| Course Times: | 0900-1800 |
| Course Date(s): | Saturday: & Sunday: 4/5-4/6/08 |
| 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 Personnel, Volunteers, Reserves, and PCFs. |
| 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. |