
NPQ Apparatus Operator – Pumper
February 26 @ 9:00 am - 5:00 pm

Course Description
This course and the exams are based on NFPA 1002: Standard for Fire Apparatus Driver/Operator Professional Qualifications, and may lead to Pro Board certification. This course is designed for the fire fighter who wishes to advance to the next level of his/her career. Topics for this course include Preventative Maintenance, Tests and Inspections, Driving/Operating, Water Supply, Sprinklers and Standpipes, and Pump Operations.
Prerequisite(s)
Pro Board or IFSAC Fire Fighter I
Required Textbook and Course Materials
Pumping and Aerial Apparatus Driver/Operator Handbook, IFSTA, 3rd Edition
Personal Computer and Internet Connection
Course Coordinator
Captain Morgan Ellington
mellington@chathames.org
(912) 596-0191
Course Schedule
Online material will be assigned, and must be completed prior to the beginning of class. This is a shift-friendly course. The material taught on Day 1 will be taught twice, the material on Day 2 twice, etc. Students must attend attend one of each day for a total of five days. If you have any questions or concerns regarding this schedule, please contact the course coordinator.
Day 1 – February 25 and February 26 (Must attend one of these days)
Day 2 – February 27 and February 28 (Must attend one of these days)
Day 3 – March 1 and March 2 (Must attend one of these days)
Day 4 – March 4 and March 5 (Must attend one of these days)
Day 5 – March 6 and 7 (Must attend one of these days)