Begin the two-day, in-person portion of Aerial Apparatus Operations. Build practical skills in apparatus positioning, stabilization, safe operation, and hazard recognition. All online coursework must be successfully completed before attending.

Event description

Develop the skills to position, stabilize, and operate aerial apparatus safely and effectively. Day 1 is the first of two required in-person training days in this 45-hour hybrid course, which combines 29 hours of online instruction with 16 hours of classroom and hands-on training.

The practical portion covers aerial apparatus positioning, operational procedures, hazard management, and platform apparatus deployment. Students will apply course concepts through supervised exercises and required skill evaluations.

Successful completion of all online coursework is required before participating in the in-person training.

• Prerequisites: Successful completion of Apparatus Operations (BFST1302 or ATPC1302) and Fire Service Hydraulics (BFST1301 or ATPC1301).
• Required textbook: Pumping and Aerial Apparatus Driver/Operator Handbook, 4th Edition, IFSTA, Chapters 15–19. Print ISBN: 9780879397623; eBook ISBN: 9780879397661.
• Required equipment: Long pants, helmet, and gloves.
• Course policies: Enrollment is subject to the Officer & Codes attendance, academic integrity, and grading policies.

Course Link: Aerial Apparatus Operations