Syllabus for Fire Service Hydraulics

DEPARTMENT OF FINANCIAL SERVICES Division of State Fire Marshal Bureau of Fire Standards and Training

Title: Syllabus for Fire Service Hydraulics

Revision: October 2019

Section I - Course Information

Course Title: Fire Service Hydraulics

Course Number(s): BFST/FFP/ATP1301

Class Days/Time: If being taught at the Florida State Fire College Campus 11655 NW Gainesville Road, Ocala, FL 34482 Bldg. C – Classrooms – Monday - Friday 8 a.m.- 5 p.m. Additional coursework outside the classroom totaling five (5) hours of work may be assigned.

Section II - Points of Contact

Training Supervisor: Name: Frank Ennist Email: [email protected] Work Phone: 352-369-2838 Bldg. C Room 158

Program Manager: Name: Email: Work Phone: Bldg. C Room 158

Section III – Course Description This course covers the relationship between flow, pressure, and mathematical hydraulic formulas. The course includes pump theory, pump rating, and pressure and vacuum gauges.

Section IV - Course Materials, Grading, and Attendance

Recommended Book: Pumping and Aerial Apparatus Driver/Operator Handbook (3rd ed.); IFSTA Publishing (2015) ISBN: 978-087039571-1

Prerequisite(s): None

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Contact Hours: This class has 45 contact hours.

Continuing Educations Units (CEU’s): 45 hours towards Fire Safety Inspector, Instructor I, II, III renewal

Pre-Course Assignment: None

Required Materials: Paper, pens, USB portable storage device (thumb drive)

Grading: Students must achieve a minimum cumulative score of 70% to pass this course. Course grades are determined from assignments and activities including, homework, projects, quizzes, exams, and presentations. The instructor also has the discretion to award (but not deduct) points based on course participation.

Attendance: Students are required to attend all sessions of the course.

 Excused absences - Students are permitted excused absences totaling no more than 10% of class (4.5 hours maximum); the instructor shall be the sole determining authority in the determination of an excused absence and may assign supplemental work to make up for missed class time.  Unexcused absences - The instructor shall be the sole determining authority in the determination of an unexcused absence (i.e. “no call, no show”). The instructor has no obligation to offer the student an opportunity to make up assignments, including quizzes and/or exams, but may do so at his/her discretion.

Section V - Instructor Qualifications

As per Chapter Florida Administrative Codes (Rule), Programs of Study and Vocational Courses, instructors must meet the following qualifications to be authorized to teach this course:

Rule: 69A-37.039(1)(b)(c)

1. An Instructor I shall hold a state certificate of competency for Pump Operator. 2. An Instructor II or III may teach providing he or she has successfully completed the course

Section VI – Job Performance Requirements

Given information from discussion and reading materials, the student will satisfy the Job Performance Requirements (JPR) of the applicable National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) standards, any applicable skill sheets, and the applicable Fire and Life Safety Initiatives of the National Fallen Firefighters Foundation Everyone Goes Home program.

NFPA 1002, Standard for Fire Apparatus Driver/Operator Professional Qualifications, 2017 Edition

5.1* General. The requirements of Fire Fighter 1 as specified in NFPA1001 (or the requirements of Advanced Exterior Industrial Fire Brigade Member or Interior Structural Fire Brigade Member as specified in NFPA1081) and the job performance requirements defined in Sections 5.1 and 5.2 shall be met prior to qualifying as a fire department driver/operator—pumper.

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5.1.1 Perform the routine tests, inspections, and servicing functions specified in the following list in addition to those in 4.2.1, given a fire department pumper, its manufacturer’s specifications, and policies and procedures of the jurisdiction, so that the operational status of the pumper is verified: (1) Water tank and other extinguishing agent levels (if applicable) (2) Pumping systems (3) Foam systems (A) Requisite Knowledge. Manufacturer’s specifications and requirements, and policies and procedures of the jurisdiction. (B) Requisite Skills. The ability to use hand tools, recognize system problems, and correct any deficiency noted according to policies and procedures.

5.2.1 Produce effective hand or master streams, given the sources specified in the following list, so that the pump is engaged, all pressure control and vehicle safety devices are set, the rated flow of the nozzle is achieved and maintained, and the apparatus is continuously monitored for potential problems: (1) Internal tank (2)*Pressurized source (3) Static source (4) Transfer from internal tank to external source (A) Requisite Knowledge. Hydraulic calculations for friction loss and flow using both written formulas and estimation methods, safe operation of the pump, problems related to small-diameter or dead-end mains, low-pressure and private water supply systems, hydrant coding systems, and reliability of static sources. (B) Requisite Skills. The ability to position a fire department pumper to operate at a fire hydrant and at a static water source, power transfer from vehicle engine to pump, draft, operate pumper pressure control systems, operate the volume/pressure transfer valve (multistage pumps only), operate auxiliary cooling systems, make the transition between internal and external water sources, and assemble hose lines, nozzles, valves, and appliances.

5.2.2 Pump a supply line of 21∕2 in. (65 mm) or larger, given are lay pumping evolution the length and size of the line and the desired flow and intake pressure, so that the correct pressure and flow are provided to the next pumper in the relay. (A) Requisite Knowledge. Hydraulic calculations for friction loss and flow using both written formulas and estimation methods, safe operation of the pump, problems related to small-diameter or dead-end mains, low-pressure and private water supply systems, hydrant coding systems, and reliability of static sources. (B) Requisite Skills. The ability to position a fire department pumper to operate at a fire hydrant and at a static water source, power transfer from vehicle engine to pump, draft, operate pumper pressure control systems, operate the volume/pressure transfer valve (multistage pumps only), operate auxiliary cooling systems, make the transition between internal and external water sources, and assemble hose lines, nozzles, valves, and appliances.

5.2.3 Produce a foam fire stream, given foam-producing equipment, so that properly proportioned foam is provided. (A) Requisite Knowledge. Proportioning rates and concentrations, equipment assembly procedures, foam system limitations, and manufacturer’s specifications.

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(B) Requisite Skills. The ability to operate foam proportioning equipment and connect foam stream equipment.

5.2.4 Supply water to fire sprinkler and standpipe systems, given specific system information and a fire department pumper, so that water is supplied to the system at the correct volume and pressure. (A) Requisite Knowledge. Calculation of pump discharge pressure; hose layouts; location of fire department connection; alternative supply procedures if fire department connection is not usable; operating principles of sprinkler systems as defined in NFPA 13, NFPA 13D, and NFPA 13R; fire department operations in sprinklered properties as defined in NFPA 13E; and operating principles of standpipe systems as defined in NFPA 14. (B) Requisite Skills. The ability to position a fire department pumper to operate at a fire hydrant and at a static water source, power transfer from vehicle engine to pump, draft, operate pumper pressure control systems, operate the volume/pressure transfer valve (multistage pumps only), operate auxiliary cooling systems, make the transition between internal and external water sources, and assemble hose lines, nozzles, valves, and appliances.

Section VIII – Final Practical

Description of Assignment:

The Final Practical Skills Check-off is designed for the student to demonstrate competency of the skills identified through the following JPR’s in NFPA 1002.

 Students will be required to complete a pumping scenario using skills from NFPA 1410

 Students will be required to complete practical skills to include the following skills identified by NFPA 1002:

1. Perform routine tests, inspections and servicing functions on the systems and components of a fire department vehicle.

2. Document routine tests, inspections and servicing functions.

3. Given various apparatus with systems and equipment, operate all fixed systems and equipment on the instructions and policies.

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Section IX – Review Date and Author

February 4, 2020 Frank Ennist

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NFPA 1410 Evolutions NFPA 7-Defensive Single Engine: Master Streams (Portable)

500 GPM

300’ supply (2-3” or 1-5”)

Objective: Establish a portable master stream attack utilizing 300’ of 5” hose or two 3” lines of equal length. A minimum of 500 GPM must be flowing from nozzle. Tank water may be used until the hydrant supply is established. A maximum of 10 seconds of interruption in flow is allowed.

EVOLUTION DESCRIPTION:

A fire attack scenario utilizing a portable deluge gun with 300’ of 5” hose line or two 3” supply lines of equal length. A minimum accepted flow of 500 GPM must be established

EVALUATION CRITERIA:

All lines shall be completely deployed from hose beds. All nozzles shall be flowing minimal acceptable pressures. Time begins at signal from training officer until water is flowing at required pressure from deluge gun and supply line has been established.

RECOMMENDED MAXIMUM TIME: 5 MINUTES

Reference: NFPA 1410, 2000 Edition; Training for Initial Emergency Scene Operations

NFPA 1410 Evolutions NFPA 8-Defensive Single Engine: Master Streams (Pre-Piped)

500 GPM

300’ 5”

Objective: To place a master stream device, mounted to an apparatus flowing 500 GPM into service using the average number of personnel that ordinarily respond. Water supply shall be established with a minimum of 300’ of hose.

EVOLUTION DESCRIPTION:

A forward lay using one engine, one supply line, and one engine mounted master stream device. Deploy 300’ of 5” hose from hydrant to fire scene. Crew shall place mounted deck gun into service flowing 500 GPM from 1 3/8” smooth bore tip or combination nozzle capable of flow amount. Company may utilize tank water to begin flow but shall not have a stoppage in flow in excess of 10 seconds during evolution.

EVALUATION CRITERIA:

Supply line shall be completely deployed from hose beds. All nozzles shall be flowing minimal acceptable pressures. Time begins at signal from training officer until water is flowing at required pressure from master stream and supply line has been established.

RECOMMENDED MAXIMUM TIME: 3 MINUTES

Reference: NFPA 1410, 2000 Edition; Training for Initial Emergency Scene Operations

NFPA 1410 Evolutions NFPA 5-Drafting Operations: Two Engines from Water Source

min. 150’ 2 ½” 300 GPM

total

min. 150’ 1 ¾”

300’ 5”

Stream or Pond

Objective: Using two engines, establish a water supply from a natural source and place an initial attack line (1 ¾”) of minimum 150’ and a back-up line (2 ½”) of minimum 150’ in- service, using units and staffing of the average number of personnel that ordinarily respond.

EVOLUTION DESCRIPTION:

A drafting operation using two engines and one supply line with 1 attack line and 1 back-up hose line. Evolution uses two engines, hard suction, one supply line and two hand lines. A 30 second delay should be used to start the second engine company. First engine will deploy attack line of 1 ¾” to flow 100 GPM and back up line 2 ½”to flow 250 GPM. Second engine will drop supply line from first engine to water source and set up drafting operations. A 10 second stop in flow is permitted before failure of the evolution. Engine shall be permitted to charge the initial attack line with tank water, water supply shall be established before back- up line is in place.

EVALUATION CRITERIA:

RECOMMENDED MAXIMUM TIME: 8 MINUTES

Reference: NFPA 1410, 2000 Edition; Training for Initial Emergency Scene Operations

NFPA 1410 Evolutions NFPA 6-Drafting Operations: Single Engine from Drop Tank

min. 150’ 2 ½”

300 GPM total

min. 150’ 1 ¾”

Objective: To place an initial attack line (1 ¾”) of minimum 150’ and a back-up line (2 ½”) of minimum 150’ in-service, using units and staffing of the average number of personnel that ordinarily respond. Water supply shall be established from a drop tank.

EVOLUTION DESCRIPTION:

A drafting operation using one engine, one tanker, one dump tank, 1 attack line and 1 back-up hose line. Crew shall deploy 2 hose lines (1 attack and 1 back-up) capable of flowing a minimum of 300 GPM within 8 minutes from the start of the evolution. Engine shall be permitted to charge initial attack line with tank water, tanker must deploy dump tank at fire scene and water supply established before back-up line is in place. Tanker company will wait 30 seconds from time engine stops at fire scene before responding to simulate difference in response time.

EVALUATION CRITERIA:

All lines shall be completely deployed from hose beds. All nozzles shall be flowing minimal acceptable pressures. Time begins at signal from training officer and ends when water is flowing at required pressure from both lines and water supply has been established.

RECOMMENDED MAXIMUM TIME: 8 MINUTES

Reference: NFPA 1410, 2000 Edition; Training for Initial Emergency Scene Operations

NFPA 1410 Evolutions NFPA 1-Offensive Single Engine: Hand line-Forward Lead Out

min. 150’ 2 ½” 300 GPM

min. 150’ 1 ¾”

300’ 5”

EVOLUTION DESCRIPTION:

A forward lay using one engine and one supply line. Deploy 300’ of 5” hose from hydrant to fire scene. Crew shall deploy 2 hose lines (1 attack and 1 back-up) capable of flowing a minimum of 300 GPM within 3 minutes from the start of the evolution. Engine shall be permitted to charge initial attack line with tank water, hydrant shall be established before back-up line is in place.

EVALUATION CRITERIA:

RECOMMENDED MAXIMUM TIME: 3 MINUTES

Reference: NFPA 1410, 2000 Edition; Training for Initial Emergency Scene Operations

NFPA 1410 Evolutions NFPA 2-Offensive Two Engines: Hand line-Reverse Lead Out

min. 150’ 2 ½” 300 GPM

min. 150’ 1 ¾”

300’ 5”

Objective: To place an initial attack line (1 ¾”) of minimum 150’ and a back-up line (2 ½”) of minimum 150’ in-service and flowing a minimum of 300 GPM using units and staffing of the average number of personnel that ordinarily respond. A reverse lead out from a second engine to water supply shall be established with minimum 300’ shall be used.

EVOLUTION DESCRIPTION:

A reverse lay using two engines and one supply line with 1 attack line and 1 back-up hose line. Reverse lead out of 300’ of 5” hose from fire scene to hydrant. Crew shall deploy 2 hose lines capable of flowing a minimum of 300 GPM within 4 minutes from the start of the evolution. Engine shall be permitted to charge initial attack line with tank water, hydrant shall be established before back-up line is in place.

EVALUATION CRITERIA:

RECOMMENDED MAXIMUM TIME: 4 MINUTES

Reference: NFPA 1410, 2000 Edition; Training for Initial Emergency Scene Operations

NFPA 1410 Evolutions NFPA 4-Offensive Single Engine: Hand line-Reverse Lead out

300’ 3” or 2 ½”

min. 150’ 2 ½”

300 GPM total

min. 150’ 1 ¾”

Objective: Using a 2 ½” gated wye appliance, place an initial attack line (1 ¾”) of minimum 150’ and a back-up line (2 ½”) of minimum 150’ in-service, using units and staffing of the average number of personnel that ordinarily respond.

EVOLUTION DESCRIPTION:

A fire attack scenario utilizing a reverse lead out with a (skid load) wye appliance and two hose lines of a minimum of 150’ each capable of a total flow of 300gpm within 4 minutes from the start of the evolution. Engine shall be permitted to charge the initial attack line with tank water, hydrant supply shall be established before back-up line is in place. A 300’ supply line to the wye appliance of minimum 2 ½” shall be used. Hydrant suction hose shall be used between engine and the hydrant.

EVALUATION CRITERIA:

RECOMMENDED MAXIMUM TIME: 4 MINUTES

Reference: NFPA 1410, 2000 Edition; Training for Initial Emergency Scene Operations

NFPA 1410 Evolutions NFPA 12-Offensive Single Engine: Sprinkler Connection – Forward Lead-out

500 GPM 100’ total 3” or 2 ½”

300’ 3” or 5”

Objective: Using a simulated sprinkler system, one engine, one supply line for hydrant hook-up and two supply lines for Siamese connection, company shall establish a water supply to standpipe/sprinkler connection within 3 ½ minutes.

EVOLUTION DESCRIPTION:

A fire attack scenario utilizing a forward lead out with 2 hoselines of a minimum of 100’ each capable of a total flow of 500 GPM are hooked into a sprinkler/standpipe Siamese within 3 ½ minutes from start of the evolution. Engine shall be permitted to charge the initial supply line with tank water. A 300’ supply line of either 3” or 5” hose shall be used between engine and the hydrant.

EVALUATION CRITERIA:

All lines shall be completely deployed from hosebeds. All lines shall be capable of flowing minimal acceptable pressures with total flow of 500 GPM. Time begins at signal from training officer until water is flowing at required GPM at connection and appropriate hydrant supply has bee established.

RECOMMENDED MAXIMUM TIME: 3.5 MINUTES

Reference: NFPA 1410, 2000 Edition; Training for Initial Emergency Scene Operations

NFPA 1410 Evolutions NFPA 13-Offensive Single Engine: Sprinkler Connection – Reverse Lead-out

2-300’ 500 GPM 3” or 2 ½” total

EVOLUTION DESCRIPTION:

A fire attack scenario utilizing a reverse lead out with 2 hoselines of a minimum of 300’ each capable of a total flow of 500 GPM are hooked into a sprinkler/standpipe Siamese within 3 ½ minutes from start of the evolution. Engine shall be permitted to charge the initial supply line with tank water. A supply line of either 3” or 5” hose shall be used between engine and the hydrant.

EVALUATION CRITERIA:

RECOMMENDED MAXIMUM TIME: 3.5 MINUTES

Reference: NFPA 1410, 2000 Edition; Training for Initial Emergency Scene Operations NFPA 1410 Evolutions NFPA 14-Offensive Single Engine: Sprinkler Connection – LDH Lead-out

100’ 3” or 2 ½” 500 GPM total

300’ 5”

Objective: Using a simulated sprinkler system, one engine, one large diameter supply line for hydrant hook-up and two supply lines for Siamese connection, company shall establish a water supply to standpipe/sprinkler connection within 3 ½ minutes.

EVOLUTION DESCRIPTION:

A fire attack scenario utilizing a large diameter hose forward lead out capable of a total flow of 500 GPM supplies an engine that is pumping into a sprinkler/standpipe Siamese within 3 ½ minutes from start of the evolution. Engine shall be permitted to charge the initial supply line with tank water. A supply line of 5” hose shall be used between engine and the hydrant.

EVALUATION CRITERIA:

RECOMMENDED MAXIMUM TIME: 3.5 MINUTES

Reference: NFPA 1410, 2000 Edition; Training for Initial Emergency Scene Operations DEPARTMENT OF FINANCIAL SERVICES Division of State Fire Marshal Bureau of Fire Standards and Training

Skill #1‐015 Pump a Foam Fire Stream

Reference source: NFPA 1002, Standard for Fire Apparatus Driver/Operator Professional Qualifications, 5.2.1, 5.2.2, 5.2.6, 2017 Edition

Description: The Student, given a Fire Department Pumping Apparatus, an internal tank, a pressurized hydrant, foam producing equipment, and 100 feet of 1 3/4” fire hose shall produce a foam fire stream.

Expected time to complete skill(s) is 15 minutes Performance Steps Test Retest Safely Performs the Following Steps: P F P F 1. Maintain at least three points of contact while mounting/dismounting apparatus 2. Fastens passenger restraint before putting vehicle in motion – CRITICAL POINT 3. Positions fire department pumper to operate at a static water source 4. Engages parking brake - CRITICAL POINT 5. Engages pump 6. Dismounts safely, avoiding traffic and other hazards- CRITICAL POINT 7. Properly deploy wheel chocks - CRITICAL POINT 8. Utilizes safety equipment (PPE, reflective vests) – CRITICAL POINT 9. Deploys traffic control devices 10. Establishes protected work areas using scene control devices 11. Assembles foam producing equipment and hose 12. Ensures nozzle and inductor are compatible 13. Sets concentration on inductor - CRITICAL POINT 14. Provides correct pressure to produce a properly proportioned foam fire stream - CRITICAL POINT Student must successfully Score:__/14 Score:__/14 perform 10/14 including ALL CRITICAL POINTS Evaluator Notes

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CIRCLE THE TYPE OF FIRE APPARATUS USED:

PUMPER AERIAL ARFF MOBILE WATER SUPPLY

Evaluator Print Name & Date Overall Skill Signature: Sheet Score

By my signature above, I verify that I am currently certified to the level I am testing Re-Test Evaluator Print Date Overall Skill Name & Signature: Sheet Re-Test Score By my signature above, I verify that I am currently certified to the level I am testing

Student Print Name & Date Signature:

Note to Evaluator(s): By your signature above, you verify that you are qualified to serve as an Florida Fire College Evaluator, have followed BFTS Testing Policies and have witnessed that the above candidate has tested the above skills in their entirety.

Note to Student: Skill will end when you state or indicate to the evaluator that you have completed all the identified steps. Notify the evaluator at ANY time that you have a safety concern

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