Fire Apparatus Operator

Prerequisite - Certified Firefighter I

• A completed application and proof of prior certification as a Firefighter I is required before a candidate is eligible to take a Fire Apparatus Operator exam.
• The candidate must have the knowledge and skills as outlined in NFPA 1002. This knowledge can be obtained from a variety of sources and many courses are readily available.

Standard - NFPA 1002
The questions and skills tested are designed to test the candidate on the knowledge and proficiencies as outlined in NFPA 1002 for Fire Apparatus Operator. All questions have been referenced to a specific standard in NFPA 1002.

Reference List

• NFPA 1002, Standard Fire Apparatus Drive/Operator Professional Qualifications, 2009 Edition
• NFPA 1500, Fire Department Occupational Safety and Health, 2007 Edition
• IFSTA Pumping Apparatus Driver/Operator Handbook, 2nd Edition
• Delmar, Introduction to Fire Pump Operations, 2nd Edition

Test

• The test is in two parts, a written test and a practical exam.
• The written test is made up of 100 multiple-choice questions selected at random from a test bank of over 350 questions. A score of 70 percent (adjusted by standard measurement of error) correct answers must be achieved in order to achieve a passing score.
• Candidate wil be required to demonstrate proficiences in three of five skill stations determined at random by the lead evaluator. The stations will be selected from the proficiencies required in NFPA 1002.
• Test Cost: $100
• Candidate must supply OSHA approved Protective Equipment.

Re-certification

• Every three years.
• Requires 24 hours of Fire Apparatus Operator training for each of the three years.
• Re-certification Cost: $20

Revisions: April 1, 2010; August 1, 2010