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Probationary Exams/Task Book Parameters

Conditions within this document may change at the District's discretion

Probationers will be notified of changes prior to any affected exam date or task book sign-off deadline

One of the Training Division's primary responsibilities is to train, develop and guide new District employees through their probationary process. The Training Division will make every effort to fulfill requests, provide resources, and assist in the positive development of probationary employees. Please contact the Training Division for any assistance or information that you need. Exams A mastery level of basic firefighter knowledge and basic firefighter skills is necessary in a position where mistakes can cause severe injury or loss of life. Thus a score of 90% or better will be required to pass written probationary exams and manipulative skill tests. Exam dates and times posted in the probationary manual are subject to change, to suit the needs of the District. For any schedule changes initiated by the District, reasonable allowances will be made to minimize negative impact to the probationary employee. Any requests for scheduling changes, due to conflicts initiated on the part of the probationer, will only be considered on a case by case basis. Throughout the probationary period, honesty and integrity are two of the probationer's characteristics that are being evaluated. Cheating, of any kind, will not be tolerated and may be grounds for disciplinary action. The Training Division, or agents of the Training Division, will provide the required direction and location of "official" resources necessary for probationers to properly prepare for exams. Any copies of prior probationary tests that are being used as "study material" are strictly unofficial. Studying unofficial material requires an assumption of risk on the part of the test taker. At no time have prior probationary tests been distributed as study material. Previous probationers were given ample warning not to study unofficial material, but some did so anyway, with very disappointing results.

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Task Book Sign-Off Sheets Probationers are solely responsible for initiating a plan to achieve the necessary training for their task book sign-off sheets. Probationers are also solely responsible for tracking, documenting and assuring sign-offs are completed on time. Company officers are responsible for facilitating the training. Knowledge, skills and abilities are to be verified by the company officer, or his/her designee. The intent of allowing personnel other than the company officer to sign off skills is to utilize the most highly trained person to confirm a probationer's capabilities. For example, a non-Rescue Division captain may assign an engineer who is a Rescue Division member to sign off a probationer on his/her rope-rescue skills. However, the company officer is still responsible for the verity of the probationer's skill assessment. The signatures of both the company officer and their designee must be on the task book sign-off sheet for a particular skill. If a company officer verified the skill personally, only the company officer's signature needs to be on the sign-off sheet. Employee numbers are necessary because it is sometimes difficult to read a signature. All California State Fire Marshal Firefighter II Training Record sign-offs must correspond to the lesson plans, training hours, and instructor criteria as stated in the California State Fire Marshall Firefighter II Instructor Guide, (one in each station). Major changes to the curriculum are not at the discretion of the company officer, (see pages 5-8 of the CFSFM FFII Instructor Guide). For example, while San Ramon Valley Fire District may not have any pedestrian escalators within the district, the "Escalator Emergencies" segment of the curriculum must still be taught, and the probationer's knowledge/skill/ability level must still be assessed. There has been a long-standing, myth active in the fire service that a department doesn't need to teach subjects that don't pertain specifically to their district. Remember, the Firefighter II certification is proof of a firefighter's knowledge, skill and ability as compared to the training standard in the State of California, not just in the firefighter's own jurisdiction. At times, a company officer may have a lack of experience or training in a specialized subject and might not feel qualified to sign off a probationer on that skill. If the company officer does not have the necessary resources at their disposal to be able to complete the sign-off, the probationer may leave that segment blank on the sign-off sheet. For any blanks, do not write in the signature area, (i.e., "not applicable"). The company officer should make every effort to secure the necessary resources, human or otherwise, to enable the probationer's progress to continue. Keep in mind that many of the obscure skills are to be taught to an awareness level and therefore do not need special equipment or specially trained personnel, (i.e. Water and Ice Rescue Awareness). For items left blank, the Training Division Chief may sign them off, with the understanding that qualified instruction will follow in the near future. An example of a legitimate blank signature line would be, "How to Construct and Use a Mariner's Hitch as Part of an RPM", as the Rescue Division will be handling changes to the rope rescue training curriculum. Illegitimate blanks will be returned for an authorized signature.

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PROBATIONARY FIREFIGHTER TASK BOOK

Name To be completed and returned to Training Division at the Manipulative Job Skills Test. (3rd Probationary Exam) Skill/Knowledge Date Captain/Employee # Designee/Employee #

1. Access Official District Documents Via Intra-Net (Intranet / Type “proxy”): D.D.

2. Demonstrate How To Access Official District Forms (Desktop / Forms): D.D.

3. Daily Duties of Firefighter / Paramedics (Proxy / Career Development / Job Expectations, T.S.B. #044): D.D.

4. Probation and Permanent Appointments (Proxy / Administrative Policy / A.R.R. / Employment / Probation and Permanent Appointment / A.R.R.#115): D.D.

5. Return to Work After Serious Injury or Illness (Proxy / Administrative Policy / A.R.R. / Employment #123): D.D.

6. Radio Procedures (Proxy / Operations / Communications / T.S.B. / Radio Procedures / T.S.B.#206): D.D.

7. Use of Sick Leave (Proxy / Administrative Policy / A.R.R. / Benefits #211): D.D.

A.R.R. Administrative Rules and Regulations P.P. Policy and Procedure D.D. Demonstrate / Describe M.O.U. Memorandum of Understanding T.S.B. Training / Safety Bulletin

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Skill/Knowledge Date Captain/Employee # Designee/Employee # 8. Personal Time Off (Proxy /

Administrative Policy / A.R.R. / Benefits Policy#214): D.D.

9. Modified Duty Assignment (Proxy / Administrative Policy / A.R.R. / Benefits #215): D.D.

10. Employee Assistance Program (Proxy / Administrative Policy / A.R.R. / Benefits #226): D.D.

11. Family School Partnership Leave (Proxy / Administrative Policy / A.R.R. / Benefits #228): D.D.

12. Paramedic Recertification Program (Proxy / Administrative Policy / A.R.R. / Benefits #229): D.D.

13. Performance Appraisals (Proxy / Administrative Policy / A.R.R. / Relations #311): D.D.

14. Disciplinary Action (Proxy / Administrative Policy / A.R.R. / Relations #312): D.D.

15. Suggestions (Proxy / Administrative Policy / A.R.R. / Relations #314): D.D.

16. District Property and Equipment (Proxy / Administrative Policy / A.R.R. / Relations #318): D.D.

17. Communication Equipment (Proxy / Administrative Policy / A.R.R. / Relations #320): D.D.

18. Anti Harassment (Proxy / Administrative Policy / A.R.R. / Relations #321): D.D.

19.

Prohibiting Workplace Violence (Proxy / Administrative Policy / A.R.R. / Relations #322): D.D.

20. Tobacco in the Workplace (Proxy / Administrative Policy / A.R.R. / Safety #400): D.D.

21. Unlawful Use of Alcohol and Substances (Proxy / Administrative Policy / A.R.R. / Safety #412): D.D.

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Skill/Knowledge Date Captain/Employee # Designee/Employee # 22. Drugs and Alcohol Free Workplace

Policy (Proxy / Administrative Policy / A.R.R. / Safety #412): D.D.

23. Physical Fitness (Proxy / Administrative Policy / A.R.R. / Safety #414): D.D.

24. Personal Appearance (Proxy / Administrative Policy / A.R.R. / Standards #500): D.D.

25. Rules of Conduct (Proxy / Administrative Policy / A.R.R. / Standards #510): D.D.

26. Attendance Policy (Proxy / Administrative Policy / A.R.R. / Standards #512): D.D.

27. Workplace Security (Proxy / Administrative Policy / A.R.R. / Standards #513): D.D.

28. Apparatus Response by Call Type (Proxy / Operations / General Operations #009): D.D.

29. Proper Use of Station Phones (Proxy / Operations / General Operations #003): D.D.

30. Station Tours (Proxy / Operations / General Operations #011): D.D.

31. Saturday Clean (Proxy / Operations / General Operations #012): D.D.

32. Tactical Channel Use (Proxy / Operations / Communications #036): D.D.

33. Emergency Callback Procedures (Proxy / Operations / Communications #037): D.D.

34. Automobile Accident Response Procedures (Proxy / Operations / Firefighting #008): D.D.

35. Automobile Fire Response Procedures (Proxy / Operations / Firefighting #009): D.D.

36. Hydrant Inspection Program (Proxy / Operations / Firefighting #036): D.D.

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Skill/Knowledge Date Captain/Employee # Designee/Employee # 37. Rapid Intervention Crew (Proxy /

Operations / Firefighting #041): D.D.

38. Abandon Building (Proxy / Operations / Firefighting #045): D.D.

39. Vehicle Lockouts (Proxy / Operations / Firefighting #047): D.D.

40. Incident Command (Proxy / Operations / Firefighting #049): D.D.

41. Annual Hose Testing (Proxy / Operations / Firefighting #051): D.D.

42. Instructions for Loading Live Lines (Proxy / Operations / Firefighting T.S.B. #021): D.D.

43. Chainsaws (Proxy / Operations / Firefighting T.S.B. #037): D.D.

44. 1 ½ Progressive Hose Lays “Gnass Packs” (Proxy / Operations / Firefighting T.S.B. #055): D.D.

45. Hose Loads (Proxy / Operations / Firefighting T.S.B. #059): D.D.

46. Positive Pressure Ventilation (Proxy / Operations / Firefighting T.S.B. #060): D.D.

47. Small Engine Fuel Maintenance (Proxy / Operations / Firefighting T.S.B. #061): D.D.

48. Operations of Waterous / Hale Floto Pumps (Proxy / Operations / Firefighting T.S.B. #067): D.D.

49. Maxi Force Airbag Equipment and Operation (Proxy / Operations / Firefighting T.S.B. #074): D.D.

50. Nozzles (Proxy / Operations / Firefighting T.S.B. #079): D.D.

51. Hand Tool Maintenance and Use (Proxy / Operations / Firefighting T.S.B. #082): D.D.

52. Otterbine Portable Float Pump (Proxy / Operations / Firefighting T.S.B. #089): D.D.

53. Hand Signals- Fire Ground Operations (Proxy / Operations / Firefighting T.S.B. #092): D.D.

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Skill/Knowledge Date Captain/Employee # Designee/Employee # 54. Portable Air Chisel (Proxy /

Operations / Firefighting T.S.B. #093): D.D.

55. Come-A-Long Pull Chains (Proxy / Operations / Firefighting T.S.B. #097): D.D.

56. Utility Salvage Bag (Proxy / Operations / Firefighting T.S.B. #108): D.D.

57. High Rise Pack Loading Instructions (Proxy / Operations / Firefighting T.S.B. #137): D.D.

58. Drip Torch (Proxy / Operations / Firefighting T.S.B. #156): D.D.

59. Backpack Pumps (Proxy / Operations / Firefighting T.S.B. #157): D.D.

60. AIM 450 (CO) Carbon Monoxide Detector (Proxy / Operations / Firefighting T.S.B #159): D.D.

61. Master Stream Foam Eductor (Proxy / Operations / Firefighting T.S.B. #174): D.D.

62. Forestry Hose Rollers (Proxy / Operations / Firefighting T.S.B. #177): D.D.

63. Mobil Attack (Proxy / Operations / Firefighting T.S.B. #179): D.D.

64. Use and Care of Reciprocating Saw (Proxy / Operations / Firefighting T.S.B. #183): D.D.

65. Timberline Hose Clamp (Proxy / Operations / Firefighting T.S.B. #184): D.D.

66. Thermal Imaging Camera Use (Proxy / Operations / Firefighting T.S.B. #186): D.D.

67. Search Guidelines (Proxy / Operations / Firefighting T.S.B. #216): D.D.

68. Use of Master Streams During Firefighting Evolutions (Proxy / Operations / Firefighting T.S.B. #226): D.D.

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Skill/Knowledge Date Captain/Employee # Designee/Employee # 69. Hazardous Materials

Decontamination (Proxy / Operations / Hazardous Materials #003): D.D.

70. Hazardous Materials Response: First Responder(Proxy / Operations / Hazardous Materials T.S.B. #219): D.D.

71. Emergency Decontamination (Proxy / Operations / Hazardous Materials T.S.B. #223): D.D.

72. Confined Space Emergencies (Proxy / Operations / Heavy Rescue #002): D.D.

73. Trench Rescue Operations (Proxy / Operations / Heavy Rescue #003): D.D.

74. Station Fuel Storage and Supply System (Proxy / Operations / Maintenance #005): D.D.

75. Tour Inspection Check for Hurst Tool (Proxy / Operations / Maintenance #075): D.D.

76. Rope Rescue Inspection and Logging Procedures (Proxy / Operations / Maintenance T.S.B. #094): D.D.

77. Child, Elder / Dependent Adults and Domestic Violence Reporting (Proxy / Operations / Medical #001): D.D.

78. Elder Physical Abuse (Proxy / Operations / Medical #002): D.D.

79. Emergency Medical Response Procedures (Proxy / Operations / Medical #005): D.D.

80. Implementation of Multi-Casualty Incident (Proxy / Operations / Medical #009): D.D.

81. EMS Unusual Occurrence Reporting (Proxy / Operations / Medical #011): D.D.

82. Transport of 5150 Patients (Proxy / Operations / Medical #028): D.D.

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Skill/Knowledge Date Captain/Employee # Designee/Employee # 83. First Responder Advanced Life

Support Program and Transfer of Care in the Field (Proxy / Operations / Medical #037): D.D.

84. Provisional Paramedic Assignment Program (Proxy / Operations / Medical #045): D.D.

85. Controlled Substance Program Policy (Proxy / Medical #048): D.D.

86. Patient Care Documentation (Proxy / Operations / Medical #050): D.D.

87. Accepting a Surrendered Newborn Under California Law (Proxy / Operations / Medical #055): D.D.

88. Care and Consent for Minors (Proxy / Operations / Medical #057): D.D.

89. Daily Controlled Substance Inventory (Proxy / Operations / Medical T.S.B. #193): D.D.

90. Patient Transport by Air Ambulance (Proxy / Operations / Medical T.S.B. #227): D.D.

91. Reporting Accidents Involving District Property or Vehicles (Proxy / Operations / Safety #001): D.D.

92. Safe Driving and Apparatus Security Procedures (Proxy / Operations / Safety #003): D.D.

93. Wearing of Headsets (Proxy / Operations / Safety #004): D.D.

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Station / Facility Security (Proxy / Operations / Safety #005): D.D.

95. Uniform, Safety Clothing and Equipment (Proxy / Operations / Safety #006): D.D.

96. Eye Protection Procedure (Proxy / Operations / Safety #009): D.D.

97. Use of Exhaust Systems in Apparatus Rooms (Proxy / Operations / Safety #010): D.D.

98. Wildland Fire Shelters (Proxy / Operations / Safety T.S.B. #016): D.D.

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Skill/Knowledge Date Captain/Employee # Designee/Employee # 99. Electronic Documentation of

Training (Proxy / Operations / Training T.S.B. #086): D.D.

100. Demonstrate How to Use 10' Folding Ladder (E-Library / Firefighter / Ladders M.L.P. Topic #) : D.D.

101. Demonstrate How to Carry & Raise a One-Person Straight Ladder (E-Library / Firefighter / Ladders M.L.P. Topic #) : D.D.

102. Demonstrate How to Use Three Section 16’ Ladder (E-Library / Firefighter / Ladders M.L.P. Topic #) : D.D.

103. Demonstrate How to Raise, Lower, & Carry a 24' Extension Ladder, One Person Carry (E-Library /

104. Demonstrate how to carry a roof ladder up another ladder (E-Library / Firefighter / Ladders M.L.P. Topic #) : D.D.

105. How to Raise a 35' Extension Ladder, Two-Person, Flat-Raise Method (E-Library / Firefighter / Ladders M.L.P. Topic #) : D.D.

106. How to Raise a 35' Extension Ladder, Two-Person, Beam-Raise Method (E-Library / Firefighter / Ladders M.L.P. Topic #) : D.D.

107. How to Raise a 35' Extension Ladder, Three-Person, Flat-Raise Method (E-Library / Firefighter / Ladders M.L.P. Topic #): D.D.

108. Don Interspiro SCBA from Apparatus Seat and Put Into Use (E-Library / Performance Standard / SCBA / P.S. #1) : D.D.

109. Don Interspiro SCBA from Apparatus Compartment and Put Into Use (E-Library / Performance Standard / SCBA / P.S. #2) : D.D.

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Skill/Knowledge Date Captain/Employee # Designee/Employee # 110. Interspiro SCBA Periodic Check

and General Maintenance (E-Library / Performance Standard / SCBA / P.S. #3) : D.D.

111. Interspiro SCBA Emergency Operation (E-Library / Performance Standard / SCBA / P.S. #4) : D.D.

112. Demonstrate How Perform the Accordion Fold (E-Library / Firefighter / FFI & 2 / FFI/ Unit N / Topic 18) : D.D.

113. Demonstrate How to Spread an Accordion Folded Salvage Cover (E-Library / Firefighter / FF I&II / FFI / Unit N / Topic 21): D.D.

114. Demonstrate How to Spread a Salvage Cover Using the Balloon Throw, Two-Person Method (E-Library / Firefighter / FFI&II / FFI / Unit N / Topic 22): D.D.

115. Demonstrate How to Spread an Accordion Folded Salvage Cover Using the Two-Person Counter Payoff Method (E-Library / Firefighter / FFI&II / FFI / Unit N / Topic 25): D.D.

116. Demonstrate the Inspection and Maintenance of Fire Service Lighting Equipment (E-Library / Firefighter / FFI&II / FFI / Unit B / Topic 11): D.D.

117. Demonstrate How to Set-Up Portable Lights (E-Library / Firefighter / FFI&II / FFI / Unit B / Topic 12): D.D.

118. Demonstrate How to Control Gas Utilities (E-Library / Firefighter / Essentials / Page 533): D.D.

119. Demonstrate How to Shut Off Electrical Service (E-Library / Firefighter / FFI&II / FFI / Unit D / Topic 7): D.D.

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Skill/Knowledge Date Captain/Employee # Designee/Employee # 120. Demonstrate Inspection and

Maintenance of Fire Service Power Tools (E-Library / Firefighter / FFI&II / FFI / Unit B / Topic 4): D.D.

121. Demonstrate Traffic Control Considerations and Procedures (E-Library / Firefighter / FFI&II / FFI / Unit D / Topic 6): D.D.

122. Describe Characteristics and Functions of Hydraulic Rescue Tools (E-Library / Firefighter / FFI&II / FFI / Unit S / Topic 16): D.D.

123. Demonstrate Inspection and Maintenance of Hydraulic Rescue Tools (E-Library / Firefighter / FFI&II / FFI / Unit S / Topic 17): D.D.

124. Demonstrate the Use of Rescue 42 Struts (Station DVD): D.D.

125. Demonstrate the Forward and Reverse Lay Supply Line (E-Library / Firefighter / Essentials / Page 422-427, Skill Sheet 12-18 and 12-20): D.D.

126. Demonstrate Louver in Lieu (Firetown Truck Academy Manual): D.D.

127. Demonstrate Defensive Strip With Construction (Firetown Truck Academy Manual) : D.D.

128. Demonstrate Strip Against Construction (Firetown Truck Academy Manual): D.D.

129. Demonstrate Residential Low Pitch Ventilation (Firetown Truck Academy Manual): D.D.

130. Demonstrate How to Ventilate Utilizing an Axe (E-Library / Truck Ops / Topic# ): D.D.

131. Demonstrate Residential Steep Pitch Ventilation (Firetown Truck Academy Manual) : D.D.

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Skill/Knowledge Date Captain/Employee # Designee/Employee # 132. Demonstrate/Describe Rope

Maintenance Synthetic Fibers (E-Library / Firefighter / Essentials / Page 153): D.D.

133. Demonstrate the Single Overhand Knot (E-Library / Firefighter / Essentials / Skill Sheet 6-3 Page 162): D.D.

134. Demonstrate Tying a Bowline (E-Library / Firefighter / Essentials / Skill Sheet 6-4 Page 163): D.D.

135. Demonstrate Tying a Clove Hitch (E-Library / Firefighter / Essentials / Skill Sheet 6-5 Page 164): D.D.

136. Demonstrate Tying a Clove Hitch Around an Object (E-Library / Firefighter / Essentials / Skill Sheet 6-6 Page 165): D.D.

137. Demonstrate Tying a Figure Eight (E-Library / Firefighter / Essentials / Skill Sheet 6-7 Page 166): D.D.

138. Tying a Figure-Eight follow Through (E-Library / Firefighter / Essentials / Skill Sheet 6-8 Page 167): D.D.

139. Demonstrate a Figure-Eight on a Bight (E-Library / Firefighter / Essentials / Skill Sheet 6-9 Page 168): D.D.

140. Demonstrate How to Tie the Handcuff Knot (E-Library / Firefighter / FFI&II / FFI / Unit G / Topic 15): D.D.

141. Demonstrate Hoisting an Axe (E-Library / Firefighter / Essentials / Skill Sheet 6-11 Page 170): D.D.

142. Demonstrate Hoisting a Dry Hoseline (E-Library / Firefighter / Essentials / Skill Sheet 6-12 Page 171): D.D.

143. Demonstrate Hoisting a Charged Hoseline (E-Library / Firefighter / Essentials / Skill Sheet 6-13 Page 172): D.D.

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Skill/Knowledge Date Captain/Employee # Designee/Employee # 144. Demonstrate Hoisting a Pike Pole

(E-Library / Firefighter / FFI&II / FFI / Unit G / Topic 15): D.D.

145. Demonstrate How to Tie a Pelvic Harness (E-Library / Firefighter / FFI&II / FFII / Unit K / Topic 20): D.D.

146. How to Secure a Victim to a Rescue Litter Using Chest, Pelvic, and Exterior Lash Methods (E-Library / Firefighter / FFI&II / FFII / Unit K / Topic 20): D.D.

147. Demonstrate How to Rig a Rescue Litter For Raising or Lowering a Victim in a Horizontal Position (E-Library / Firefighter / FFI&II / FFII / Unit K / Topic 21): D.D.

148. Demonstrate How to Construct a Back-Tied Anchor System (E-Library / Firefighter / FFI&II / FFII / Unit K / Topic 28): D.D.

149. Demonstrate How to Construct a Two-Point Self-Adjusting System (E-Library / Firefighter / FFI&II / FFII / Unit K / Topic 29): D.D.

150. Demonstrate How to Construct a Three-Point Self-Adjusting Anchor System (E-Library / Firefighter / FFI&II / FFII / Unit K / Topic 30): D.D.

151. Demonstrate How to Set-Up & Use a Belay System (E-Library / Firefighter / FFI&II / FFII / Unit K / Topic 31, 32): D.D.

152. Demonstrate How to Construct & Operate a Lowering System (E-Library / Firefighter / FFI&II / FFII / Unit K / Topic 41): D.D.

153. Demonstrate How to Construct and Operate a Mechanical Advantage System (E-Library / Firefighter / FFI&II / FFII / Unit K / Topic 42, 43): D.D.

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Skill/Knowledge Date Captain/Employee # Designee/Employee # 154. Demonstrate How to Change a

Lowering System to a Raising System (E-Library / Firefighter / FFI&II / FFII / Unit K / Topic 45): D.D.

155. Demonstrate How to Use the AutoPulse: D.D.

156. Demonstrate the Use of the S-SCORT Portable Aspirator: O.P .M. Medical #49 S& T

157. Operate the Stair-Chair: D.D.

158. Demonstrate Ability to Use Breakaway Stretcher and Scoop Stretcher: D.D.

159. Demonstrate the Use of the Ambulance, on Board Resuscitator, Inhalator, Aspirator: D.D.

160. Demonstrate the Safe Operation of the District's Collapsible Gurney: D.D.

161. Demonstrate the Use of the County Radio, Both Portable & in the Ambulance: D.D.

162. Demonstrate the Ability to Operate the ALS Monitor Defibrillator: Zoll CCT/ M Series & LP10 Monitor and Pacer, ETCO2, 12 Lead: D.D.

163. Demonstrate the Ability to Use Select-a-Size Stiffneck C-Collar, Backboard, & Head Immobilizing Device (See pamphlet that come with the product): D.D.

164. Demonstrate use of the Protect IV Catheter: D.D.

165. Demonstrate the Ability to Operate the Glucose Monitor, Calibration and High Low Test (See pamphlet that comes with the product): D.D.

166. Demonstrate the Proper Operation of Carpuject/Preload MS & Versed: D.D.

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FIRE FIGHTER II

NAME:

TOPIC TIME APPROVED INSTRUCTOR

INITIALS and DATE

UNIT A FIRE SERVICE ORGANIZATION AND RESPONSIBILITY All information for this unit is received in Fire Fighter I

UNIT B MISCELLANEOUS EQUIPMENT AND TOOLS All information for this unit is received in Fire Fighter I

UNIT C FIRE BEHAVIOR AND EXTINGUISHMENT THEORY All information for this unit is received in Fire Fighter I

UNIT D FIRE FIGHTER SAFETY 1:45

1. Specialized protective equipment 0:45

2. Procedures for positioning fire engines at an emergency scene 1:00

UNIT E SELF-CONTAINED BREATHING APPARATUS All information for this unit is received in Fire Fighter I

UNIT F PORTABLE FIRE EXTINGUISHERS All information for this unit is received in Fire Fighter I

UNIT G ROPES, KNOTS, AND HITCHES All information for this unit is received in Fire Fighter I

UNIT H HOSE, NOZZLES, AND APPLIANCES 4:00

1. How to make an intake pump connection using a 2½" hoseline 0:30

2. How to make an intake pump connection using large diameter hose 1:00

3. How to make a four-way hydrant valve connection 1:00

4. Procedures for testing fire hose 1:00

5. Procedures for maintaining hose records 0:30

UNIT I GROUND LADDERS All information for this unit is

UNIT J FORCIBLE ENTRY All information for this unit is received in Fire Fighter I

UNIT K RESCUE 21:00

1. Electrical emergencies 0:15

2. Escalator emergencies 0:15

3. Components of elevators 0:45

4. Elevator safety awareness 0:15

5. Procedures for elevator extrication 0:30

6. Procedures for converting an elevator from independent to emergency service 0:15

7. Industrial accidents 0:15

8. Cave, tunnel, and mine rescue awareness 0:30

9. Water and ice rescue awareness 1:00

10. Trench rescue operations awareness 2:00

11. Assisting rescue operations at an incident 0:15

12. Considerations for tunneling through debris 1:00

13. Basic considerations for constructing shafts in debris 1:00

14. Considerations for debris removal from a collapsed building 1:00

15. Emergencies requiring rope rescue techniques 0:15

16. Basic rope rescue safety 0:15

17. Characteristics and functions of rescue/life safety hardware 0:30

18. Inspection and maintenance of rescue/life hardware 0:15

19. How to tie a pelvic harness 0:15

20. How to secure a victim to a rescue litter using the chest, pelvic, and exterior lash methods

0:30

21. How to rig a rescue litter for raising or lowering a victim in a horizontal position 0:15

22. Introduction to anchor systems 0:30

23. How to tie a lark's foot anchor sling 0:15

24. How to tie a single loop anchor sling 0:15

25. How to tie a 3-bight anchor sling 0:15

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NAME:

TOPIC TIME APPROVED INSTRUCTOR

INITIALS and DATE

26. How to tie a multi-loop anchor sling 0:15

27. How to tie a full strength tie off 0:15

28. How to construct a back-tied anchor system 0:15

29. How to construct a two-point self-adjusting anchor system 0:30

30. How to construct a three-point self-adjusting anchor system 0:30

31. Introduction to the belay system 0:30

32. How to construct and operate a belay system 0:30

33. Introduction to the rack, pulley, mariner's hitch (RPM) 0:15

34. How to attach a prusik loop to a RPM for use as a ratchet device in a haul system

0:15

35. How to attach a three-wrap prusik hitch to a rescue rope 0:15

36. How to attach and operate a figure eight descender as part of a RPM 0:15

37. How to attach a Gibbs ascender to a RPM for use as a ratchet device in a haul system

0:15

38. How to attach and operate a brake bar rack as part of a RPM 0:15

39. How to construct and operate a mariner's hitch as part of a RPM 0:30

40. Introduction to rope rescue lowering and raising systems 1:00

41. How to construct and operate a lowering system 0:45

42. Mechanical advantage systems using the 3:1 piggy back and 3:1 z-rig, including directional changes

0:15

43. How to construct a z-rig raising system 0:30

44. How to construct a 3:1 piggy back raising system 0:30

45. How to change a lowering system to a raising system (z-rig) 0:15

46. Personal protective equipment for rescue scenarios 0:15

UNIT L VENTILATION All information for this unit is received in Fire Fighter I

UNIT M FIRE CONTROL 2:15

1. Strategy and tactics at emergencies 1:00

2. Factors that determine the size and type of fire stream needed 0:30

3. Safety precautions when advancing hoselines into fire areas 0:15

4. Causes of poor foam generation 0:30

UNIT N SALVAGE AND OVERHAUL All information for this unit is received in Fire Fighter I

UNIT O FIRE PROTECTION WATER SYSTEMS 4:30

1. Types of apparatus and equipment needed for providing water at rural locations 0:30

2. Procedures for water shuttle operations 0:30

3. Methods used to determine water system flow pressure 0:30

4. How to use a pitot tube 0:30

5. Methods for determining fire hydrant discharge capacity 1:00

6. Causes of pressure loss in water systems 1:00

7. How to maintain wet and dry barrel hydrants 0:30

UNIT P FIRE PROTECTION SYSTEMS 1:00

1. Features of a supervised fire alarm system 1:00

UNIT Q FIRE PREVENTION AND INVESTIGATION 19:30

1. Fire incident reports 1:00

2. Company fire inspection reports 1:00

3. Procedures for performing routine company fire inspections 1:00

4. Basic home safety inspections 1:00

5. Benefits of home fire sprinkler systems 1:00

6. Fire fighter standby/watch procedures 1:00

7. Fire cause determination 3:00

8. Types of building construction 1:00

9. Structural features that may influence fire spread and safety 3:00

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NAME:

TOPIC TIME APPROVED INSTRUCTOR

INITIALS and DATE

10. Determining occupancy types 2:00

11. Building construction features 2:00

12. Pre-incident planning 1:00

13. Drawings and sketches of buildings for pre-incident planning 0:30

14. Recognition, collection, and preservation of evidence 1:00

UNIT R COMMUNICATIONS All information for this unit is received in Fire Fighter I

UNIT S VEHICLE EXTRICATION All information for this unit is received in Fire Fighter I

UNIT T WILDLAND FIRE FIGHTING All information for this unit is received in Fire Fighter I

UNIT U EMERGENCY CARE All information for this unit is received in Fire Fighter I

UNIT V INCIDENT COMMAND SYSTEM All information for this unit is received in Fire Fighter I

UNIT W CONFINED SPACE RESCUE OPERATIONS 32:00

Complete a Confined Space Rescue Operations course 32:00

UNIT X HAZARDOUS MATERIALS All information for this unit is received in Fire Fighter I

HOURS: 86:00 Plus manipulative

performance lab and testing

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1st PROBATIONARY

EXAM

ALS Knowledge/Skills

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1st PROBATIONARY EXAM ALS Knowledge/Skills

0900 hours, (first testee)

SRVFPD Administration building The format for this exam will consist of three "table-top" scenarios, with 2-3 raters evaluating the probationer's performance. Probationers will be required to verbalize their intended actions and expected outcomes based on information given by the evaluators during the scenario. The exam will be fluid and scenario results will evolve according to actions verbalized by the probationer. Each probationer will spend approximately one hour with the evaluating panel. The exam is designed to test the probationer's knowledge and application of the Contra Costa County Pre-hospital Care Policies and Procedures and the Contra Costa County Pre-hospital Care Treatment Guidelines, (the "golden-rods" and "white pages"). The only material that should be used for studying for this test is the Contra Costa County Pre-hospital Care Manual, (CCCPCM). It is the suggestion of the Training Division/EMS Division that probationers focus their time and effort on studying the CCCPCM thoroughly and using their overseer-paramedics to help quiz them. Any copies of "prior probationary tests" that are being used as study material are strictly unofficial. No tests have been distributed as study material at any time. Studying unofficial material requires an assumption of risk on the part of the test taker. On-duty firefighters will be scheduled by their duty Battalion Chief. Off -duty personnel will be scheduled by the final academy Squad Leader. Any probationer not scheduled to work on the test date will receive Overtime pay to attend the test, (during the actual test). For any questions regarding this test, contact the EMS Coordinator, the EMS QI or any Training Captain.

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2nd PROBATIONARY

EXAM

Secondary Job Skills/ Location & Use of Tools

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2nd PROBATIONARY EXAM Secondary Job Skills/Location & Use of Tools

0830 hours, (first testee) In your station

The format of the tool location portion will consist of a written exam in which the probationer will be supplied with a list of tools and a diagram of one or more apparatus. The probationer will have one hour to draw and label the location of each of the tools. The tool use portion will consist of a manipulative exam wherein one rater will test a single probationer at a time, on the proper application and use of a particular tool. Effective, efficient and safe use, including safety limits and technical specifications will be possible testing criteria. Each probationer will spend approximately twenty minutes at three different testing stations, for a total of one hour. The exam is designed to test the probationer's knowledge of location and storage requirements, safe working limits and effective use of commonly used emergency scene equipment. The test will include any equipment that a firefighter might normally be asked to retrieve from an apparatus, prepare for use, and use safely. Equipment may include, but is not limited to: emergency medical equipment, fire extinguishment equipment, salvage and overhaul equipment, hazardous materials incident equipment and technical rescue equipment. For example, the probationer might be asked to draw the location, and list the length of the large diameter hose load normally carried on a type 1 SRVFPD engine. As another example, a firefighter might be asked to physically set up a Stokes basket for a low angle rescue, including anchors, rigging, personal rescue harness tying, and safety precautions. The only material that should be used for studying for this test is the front-line apparatus in the probationer's station; the District Resources Policy, #001; pertinent District Training/Safety Bulletin Sheets; technical information supplied by the Training Division or Academy Instructors. Any copies of "prior probationary tests" that are being used as study material are strictly unofficial. No tests have been distributed as study material at any time. Studying unofficial material requires an assumption of risk on the part of the test taker. On-duty firefighters will be scheduled by their duty Battalion Chief. Off-duty personnel will be scheduled by the final academy Squad Leader. Any probationer not scheduled to work on the test date will receive Overtime pay to attend the test, (during the actual test). For successful completion of the equipment location portion of the exam the probationary employee must obtain a minimum passing score of 90 percent. For any questions regarding this test, contact any of the Training Captains.

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3rd PROBATIONARY

EXAM

Manipulative Skills

Task Book Sign-Off Sheets Due

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3rd PROBATIONARY EXAM Manipulative Skills

Task Book Sign-Off Sheets Due

0830 hours

Location TBA The format of this test will be identical to the final manipulative test given during the academy. The scenarios to be tested may include any or all of the following: Supply/Large Handline; Attack Hose/Search; Ladders/Ventilation; Progressive Hoselay/Shelter. For exact description details and time limits, see attached material. The scoring criteria will be the same as that utilized during the recruit academy final manipulative test. Although only one probationer will be tested at a time, all probationers will be required to arrive and be ready by the start of the first test, in order to facilitate reloading, resetting and cleanup between tests. Each probationer will receive one attempt at the required tests. Makeup attempts will only be granted, time permitting. Second, or third and final attempts may be scheduled for future dates if time is not available on the originally scheduled date. The probationer should plan to spend the majority of the day at the test site and bring a lunch and drinking water for themselves. The probationer must bring all of their structure and wildland firefighting PPE to the test site. The exam is designed to test the probationer's ability to conduct basic firefighting evolutions in a safe, efficient and effective manner, following all District protocols and practices, as taught in the 2007-1 recruit academy. Any procedural changes adopted by the District since the conclusion of the 2007-1 academy will be the testing criteria. The Training Division will notify probationers of any changes to the testing criteria prior to the test. The only material that should be used for studying for this test are notes made by the probationer during the academy, official District documents, or technical information supplied by the Training Division or Academy Instructors. The probationer's company officer will be a primary source of coaching and skill development. The Training Division recommends supervised practice as the most effective method to prepare for this test. Any copies of "prior probationary tests" that are being used as study material are strictly unofficial. No tests have been distributed as study material at any time. Studying unofficial material requires an assumption of risk on the part of the test taker. On-duty firefighters will be scheduled by their duty Battalion Chief. The probationer test rotation will be scheduled by the final academy Squad Leader. Any probationer not scheduled to work on the test date will receive Overtime pay to attend the test. For any questions regarding this test, contact any of the Training Captains.

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Attack Hose/Search (12/04) Testee will begin evolution from the firefighter's seat of the engine. All appropriate PPE must be donned prior to commencement of the evolution. The testee will have at least (3) door chocks prior to starting the test. At the command, "Pull an inch and a half hoseline to that door and make it ready for entry", time will start. Testee will safely, effectively, efficiently, and in a timely manner, pull an 1-1/2" pre-connected hoseline to the specified door, layout the hose appropriately, communicate appropriately with the engine operator, and check for an adequate hose stream. Time will stop when the testee has the hose ready for entry, with the air bled and stream checked. Allowable time: 2:00 A senior member of the attack team will then approach the testee. At the command, "Mask up", the testee will safely, effectively, efficiently, and in a timely manner, turn on their air valve, verify safety system operation, don their face piece and all required PPE, perform required mask checks, put/have gloves on after checking the entry door for heat, and say, "ready". Time will stop when the testee says, "ready". Allowable time: 1:00 The attack team member will back up the testee, who will man the nozzle. At the command, "We're going in, the fire is on the ______ floor", time will start. Testee will safely, effectively, efficiently, and in a timely manner, lead the attack team to the seat of the fire, communicating appropriately with their partner, entering rooms safely. When the hose first pulls taut, the partner will take over the nozzle and the testee will manage the hose movement through the structure appropriately. At the fire room, the testee will resume the nozzle position before entering. Time stops when an effective fire stream is placed on the simulated fire. Allowable time: 5:00 The attack crew will exit to a safe haven and change air bottles. The testee's (3) door chocks will be replenished. At this point, the testee's face piece will be covered to simulate zero visibility. The evolution will start with the partner's command, "The primary search team had to break off their search. We're going to pick up where they left off." The testee will safely, effectively, efficiently, and in a timely manner, lead the search team through the designated area, maintaining communication with their partner, staying oriented and following proper procedures if a victim is found. Evolution stops when the room(s) are searched and a report is given. Allowable time: N/A Time Score Preconnect Pull SCBA Donning Attack Handline Search N/A

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Ladders/Ventilation (12/04) Testee will begin evolution from the firefighter's seat of the engine. All appropriate PPE must be donned prior to commencement of the evolution. At the command, "Ventilate vertically, the wind is coming from the ______, the fire is in the ______ part of the house", time will start. Testee will safely, effectively, efficiently and in a timely manner, remove the 24' extension ladder from the engine, position the extension ladder appropriately for roof access, position the roof ladder, take up all necessary tools to effect ventilation, cut an effective ventilation hole in the roof, communicate appropriately with attack crew, and effect removal of simulated smoke and fire gases. A firefighter will be available to foot the extension ladder and back up the testee during cutting. Testee will foot the climbing ladder appropriately for the backup person. The testee will be the first firefighter onto the roof. Time will stop when the proctor announces, "Effective vertical ventilation has been completed". Allowable time: 9:45 The testee will then return all tools taken from the engine, using appropriate carries and following all departmental procedures. Testee will do so while maximizing safety, effectiveness, and efficiency. This segment of the test will not be timed. Testee will then report to the senior member of the ventilation team. At the command, "The louvered roof panel blew shut and the building is charged with smoke, set up horizontal positive pressure ventilation", time will start. Testee will safely, effectively, efficiently, and in a timely manner, use the appropriate tools to effect positive pressure ventilation. Time will stop when the proctor announces, "Effective horizontal ventilation has been completed". Allowable time: N/A Time Score Ladder/Ventilation Positive Pressure N/A

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Supply/Large-Size Attack Line, One and Two Person Methods (1/04) Testee will begin evolution from the firefighter's seat of the engine. All appropriate PPE must be donned prior to commencement of the evolution. At the command, "Catch the hydrant for a forward lay", time will start. Testee will safely, effectively, efficiently and in a timely manner, take an appropriate amount of supply hose from the engine, foot it appropriately, give proper commands to the driver, connect the supply hose to the hydrant, and charge the hose at the proper time. Time will stop when the supply line is sufficiently charged at the engine. (A time delay by the engineer will not affect the testee's time). Allowable time: 2:30 Testee will then report to the engine captain. At the command, "Make up a 2-1/2" safety loop and put water on that exposure", time will start. Testee will safely, effectively, efficiently and in a timely manner, assemble all components of a 2-1/2" "safety loop", communicate appropriately with the engine operator, and get an effective hose-stream on the target exposure while remaining an appropriate safe distance from the exposure. Time will stop when the target has moved sufficiently for the proctor to determine that there is an effective hose- stream. Allowable time: 4:15 A firefighter will then approach the testee. At the command, "The captain told us to move this line to cover that other exposure; we'll make a working line and I'II back you up", time will start. Testee will safely, effectively, efficiently and in a timely manner, shut down the line, adjust to a mobile position, and with the help of the backup firefighter, put an effective hose-stream on each of the target exposures as directed. When the safety loop has been converted to a working line, the nozzle of the converted working line must be behind the designated point prior to flowing water. Once the testee has resumed flowing water, the testee will not shut the nozzle off while moving between targets. The backup firefighter will only assist as directed by the testee. The backup firefighter can be used in any capacity, except as a nozzle-person. Time will stop when each of the indicated targets has moved sufficiently for the proctor to determine that the hose-stream is effective. Allowable time: 2:05 Time Score Supply Safety Loop Working Line

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4th PROBATIONARY

EXAM

District Familiarization

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4th PROBATIONARY EXAM District Familiarization

0830 hours

SRVFPD Administration building The format for this exam will consist of a written exam in which the probationer will be given a District map with markers on it. The probationer will match the map locations with the correct streets, target hazards, schools, hotels and care facilities, (see the attached material). Probationers will also be required to know the addresses of District fire stations and Administration building. Probationers will be given one hour to complete the test. The exam is designed to test the probationer's knowledge of general geography within District boundaries as well as specific target hazard locations, and their relationship to station locations and coverage areas. The only material that should be used for studying for this test is the attached material listing streets, target hazards, schools, hotels and care facilities; District website, (srvfpd.dst.ca.us); and District response maps, (wall and book forms). Any copies of "prior probationary tests" that are being used as study material are strictly unofficial. No tests have been distributed as study material at any time. Studying unofficial material requires an assumption of risk on the part of the test taker. On-duty firefighters will be scheduled by their duty Battalion Chief. Any probationer not scheduled to work on the test date will receive Overtime pay to attend the test. For successful completion probationary employee must obtain a minimum passing score of 90 percent. For any questions regarding this test, contact any of the Training Captains.

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STREETS 1. LIVORNA 2. MIRAND A 3. ROUNDHILL RD. 4. ROUNDHILL DR. 5. WHITEGATE DR. 6. STONE VALLEY RD. 7. GREENVALLEY RD. 8. ALAMEDA DIABLO 9. MT. DIABLO SCENIC 10. DIABLO RD. 11. CAMINO TASSAJARA 12. SYCAMORE VALLEY RD. 13. CAMINO RAMON 14. GREENBROOK 15. EL CAPITAN 16. EL PINTADO 17. LA GONDA 18. JOHNSTON RD. 19. DANVILLE BLVD. 20. SAN RAMON VALLEY BLVD. 21. CROW CANYON RD. 22. ALCOSTA BLVD. 23. NORRIS CANYON RD. 24. EL CERRO 25. BOLLINGER CANYON RD. 26. TWIN CREEKS 27. DOUGHERTY RD. 28. FINLEY RD. 29. BLACKHAWK RD. 30. BLACKHAWK DR. 31. HARTZ AVE. 32. RAILROAD AVE. 33. MONTEVIDEO 34. PINE VALLEY RD. 35. BROADMOOR 36. DA VONA 37. FIRCREST 38. OLD RANCH RD. 39. HIGHLAND RD. 40. MORGAN TERRITORY RD. 41. LAWRENCE 42. PARAISO 43. RIDGEWOOD

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TARGET HAZARDS SAN RAMON COMMUNITY CENT 12501 ALCOSTA BL 24 HOUR NAUTILUS 12943 ALCOSTA BL BEHRING AUTO MUSEUM 3700 BLACKHA WK PLAZA C CLUBSPORT OF SAN RAMON 350 BOLLINGER CANYON RD SAN RAMON OL YMPIC POOL 9900 BROADMOOR DR DIABLO COUNTRY CLUB 1700 CLUBHOUSE RD BLACKHAWK COUNTRY CLUB 3521 COUNTRY CLUB PL GALE RANCH COUNTRY CLUB 9000 S. GAYLE RADGE DANVILLE VETERANS HALL 400 HARTZ AVE GOLDEN SKATE 2701 HOOPER DR TURTLE ROCK RANCH 1500 NORTHGATE RD ROUND HILL COUNTRY CLUB 3169 ROUNDHILL RD DANVILLE HOTEL 411 HARTZ AVE CROW CANYON COUNTRY CLUB 711 SILVER LAKE DR BLACKHAWK COUNTRY CLUB 599 BLACKHAWK CLUB DR CANYON LAKES MAINTENANCE SHOP 1985 CANYON LAKES DR TRI-VALLEY DATA CBR 12893 ALCOSTA "A" BETA COURT MOSTLY AUTOMOTIVE REPAIR SHOPS BISHOP RANCH VET 2000 BISHOP DR TOYOT A MOTORS DISTRIBUTION CENTER 2451 BISHOP DR PAC BELL TRANSFER STATION 3900 BLACKHAWK PLAZA PAC BELL TRANSFER STATION 9768 BROADMOOR

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SAN RAMON VALLEY CONFERENCE CENTER 3301 CROW CANYON RD P.G. & E. SUBSTATION CAMINO TASS/LAWRENCE HOME DEPOT 2750 CROW CANYON RD P .G. & E. RESEARCH FACILITY 3400 CROW CANYON RD YARDBIRDS 3211 DANVILLE BL AERO-TEST OPERATIONS 3455 FOSTORIA WAY BIOGENEX 4550 NORRIS CANYON RD SAN RAMON REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER 6001 NORRIS CANYON RD SAN RAMON RECYLCING CENTER 2409 OLD CROW CANYON RD APPLE BLOSSOM MOULDING 2411 OLD CROW CANYON RD LESLIE'S POOL SUPPLIES 494 SAN RAMON VALLEY BL SAN RAMON SELF STORAGE 1911 SAN RAMON VALLEY BL PIONEER AUTO SERVICE 1955 SAN RAMON VALLEY BL KELLY MOORE PAINT'S 2050 SAN RAMON VALLEY BL VONNIES CLEANERS 2217 SAN RAMON VALLEY BL SAN RAMON BOAT CENTER 2250 SAN RAMON VALLEY BL LABORER'S TRAINING CENTER 1001 WESTSIDE DR SUNSET CORP YARD 2453 CAMINO RAMON COSTCO 3150 FOSTORIA UPS 4500 NORRIS CANYON CHEVRON PARK 6001 BOLLINGER CANYON TARGET 2610 BOLLINGER CANYON PACIFIC BELL 2600 CAMINO RAMON SAN DAMIANO 710 HIGHLAND DR. STATION 37 10207-A MORGAN DR.

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SCHOOLS IRON HORSE MIDDLE SCHOOL 12601 ALCOSTA BL LOS CERROS SCHOOL 968 BLEMMER RD COUNTRY CLUB SCHOOL 7534 BLUE FOX WAY CHILD DAY SCHOOL 18868 BOLLINGER CANYON RD MONTEVIDEO SCHOOL 13000 BROADMOOR DR CALIFORNIA HIGH SCHOOL 9870 BROADMOOR DR JOHN BALDWIN SCHOOL 741 BROOKSIDE DR NEIL ARMSTRONG SCHOOL 2849 CALAIS DR MEADOWS MIDDLE SCHOOL 4100 CAMINO TASSAJARA TASSAJARA HILLS ELEMENTARY 4675 CAMINO TASSAJARA GOLDEN VIEW ELEMENTARY 5025 CANYON CREST DR VENTURE SCHOOL 3280 CROW CANYON RD EAST DEL AM1GO HIGH SCHOOL 189 DEL AMIGO RD GREEN VALLEY SCHOOL 1001 DIABLO RD VISTA GRANDE ELEMENTARY 667 DIABLO RD CHARLOTTE WOOD SCHOOL 600 EL CAPITAN DR SAN RAMON VALLEY CHRISTIAN 222 EL PINTADO W GREENBROOK ELEMENTARY 1475 HARLAN DR RANCHO ROMERO SCHOOL 180 HEMME AVE SYCAMORE VALLEY ELEMENTARY 2200 HOLBROOK DR ST ISIDORE'S PARISH SCHOOL 435 LA GONDA WAY SAN RAMON HIGH SCHOOL 140 LOVE LN

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TWIN CREEKS ELEMENTARY 2785 MARSH DR LUCILE G MAUZY SCHOOL 2964 MIRANDA AV STONE VALLEY MIDDLE SCHOOL 3001 MIRANDA AV ATHENIAN SCHOOL 2100 MT DIABLO SCENIC BL PINE VALLEY MIDDLE SCHOOL 3000 PINE VALLEY RD WALT DISNEY SCHOOL 3250 PINE VALLEY RD MONTAIR SCHOOL 300 QUINTERRA LN FUTURE KIDS 2570 SAN RAMON VALLEY BL MONTE VISTA HIGH SCHOOL 3131 STONE VALLEY RD BOLLINGER CANYON SCHOOL 2300 TALAVERA DR ALAMO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 100 WILSON RD

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HOTELS MARRIOTT HOTEL 2600 BISHOP DR DANVILLE INN 803 CAMINO RAMON SAN DAMIANO RETREAT 710 HIGHLAND DR MARRIOTT RESIDENCE INN 1071 MARKET PL HOMESTEAD VILLAGE BUILDING 18000 SAN RAMON VALLEY BL MARRIOTT COURTYARD HOTEL 18090 SAN RAMON VALLEY BL SIERRA SUITES SAN RAMON VALLEY BL

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CARE FACILITIES MERRILL GARDENS SAN RAMON 18888 BOLLINGER CANYON RD HOME FOR JEWISH PARENTS 4000 CAMINO TASSAJARA SUNRISE ASSISTED LIVING 1027 DIABLO RD DIABLO VILLAGE-SKILLED NURSING 336 DIABLO RD DANVILLE VILLAGE ASSISTED LIVING 344 DIABLO RD DIABLO LODGE OF DANVILLE 950 DIABLO RD EL ALAMO RETIREMENT HOME 475 EL ALAMO BARRlNGTON COURT 400 EL PINTADO W MERRILL GARDENS DANVILLE 205 EL PINTO VILLA SAN RAMON 9199 FIRCREST LN

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5th PROBATIONARY

EXAM

Firefighter II Didactic

Firefighter II Check-off Sheets Due

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5th PROBATIONARY EXAM Firefighter II Didactic

Firefighter II Check-off Sheets Due

0830 hours

SRVFPD Administration building The format for this exam will consist of a 100 question; multiple-choice written exam testing didactic comprehension of Firefighter II required knowledge. The probationer will be tested on information specific to the material outlined as "General Knowledge Requirements", "Prerequisite Skills", and "Prerequisite Knowledge", specified in chapter 4, "Firefighter II", of the appendix of "The Essentials of Firefighting", 4th Ed., IFSTA Pub. Probationers should be able to apply this information accurately to theoretical situations. Probationers will be given two hours to complete the test. The exam is designed to test the probationer's knowledge of information essential to a firefighter working in a Firefighter II capacity. Knowledge necessary to a Firefighter II could include assuming and transferring command, an ability to organize and coordinate an incident management system, various types of incident reporting responsibilities, extinguishing flammable liquid fires, coordinating an interior attack team, controlling a flammable gas cylinder, disentangling trapped victims, fire prevention related activities, performing an annual service test of fire hose, testing the operability of a fire hydrant. The test will require a solid foundation of Firefighter I knowledge, but will be testing to a higher level. For example, a question like, "What are the four sides of the fire tetrahedron?" will not be asked, even though this is essential knowledge for any firefighter. A more appropriate Firefighter II question would be, "The Incident Commander can appoint a ______ to help gather, process, and disseminate information", (Essentials, page 17). The only material that should be used for studying for this test is the "Essentials of Firefighting", 4th Ed., IFSTA Pub., and any supplemental information specific to the "Essentials of Firefighting", 4th Ed., IFSTA Pub. Any copies of "prior probationary tests" that are being used as study material are strictly unofficial. No prior tests have been distributed as study material at any time, other than this specific practice test. Studying unofficial material requires an assumption of risk on the part of the test taker. On-duty firefighters will be scheduled by their duty Battalion Chief. Any probationer not scheduled to work on the test date will receive Overtime pay to attend the test. For successful completion probationary employee must obtain a minimum passing score of 90 percent. For any questions regarding this test, contact any of the Training Captains.