ASP211 – 36.00 Hours
Schedule
This schedule is subject to change without notice. If you have not received confirmation of the class prior to the class start, please contact the division at (866) 878-8900 or esti@teex.tamu.edu to get the latest schedule.
Course Description
This course will provide you with the knowledge and skills to operate fire apparatus through a combination of classroom and hands-on training exercises. You will learn advanced techniques related to the operation of mobile industrial fire apparatus, including pumpers, aerials, and trailer pumps.
Special emphasis is placed on hydraulics and pump operations targeting large-volume flow rates, related foam flow logistics, and aerial operations.
This class is intended for experienced apparatus operators.
Prerequisites
- Industrial Fire Apparatus Practices I (Non-certification) or equivalent training
Course Completion Requirements
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Level 2 as described in the TEEX Student Safety Manual
Attendance Requirements
To meet attendance requirements, participants must review each training module and complete all required course assignments, activities, quizzes, and/or end of course exam.
Topics
- Advanced troubleshooting
- Drafting operations
- Elevating platforms and aerial operations
- Foam operations
- Foam truck operations
- Friction loss formulas for high flows
- High flow delivery devices
- ICS functions – water supply & foam officer
- Operating the pump
- Operator responsibilities
- Pump types
- Remote foam logistics
- Specific foam systems (breakout)
- Using large diameter hose
Suggested Audience
Appropriate for all industrial emergency response personnel who have experience operating apparatus, including fire prevention, suppression, control, and safety personnel.
Potential attendees could include:
- Plant operators
- Plant maintenance
- Laboratory personnel
- Engineers
- Electricians/Instrumentation techs
- Security personnel
Other Information
Registration Requirements
Annual Schools require that you use the online registration system. If you are using a Purchase Order (including H.B. 2604 voucher) please place the number in the PO field for payment. Please know we must have a copy of the PO or voucher within 48 hours of your registration or you will be canceled out of the class.
Late Registration
The full rate will be applied after the early-bird registration deadline.
Contact Information
Jeff Rhoads
Training Manager
Phone: (866) 878-8900
Email: annualschool@teex.tamu.edu
Policies
TEEX Policies
TEEX Participant Handbook
Testing Policy – American with Disabilities Act (ADA) Identified Disabilities
All students must follow the TEEX Student Safety Manual at all times.