Apparatus and Equipment

Catalog description

The course will train students on attitude and skill requirements for becoming a safe and effective fire apparatus driver/operator. The focus will be on apparatus inspection, operation, maintenance, and specification. Responsibilities of the driver/operator will be taught and assessed consistent with applicable NFPA standards and the New Mexico Firefighters' Training Academy (NMFTA) guidelines. Students pursuing certification must posses a current and valid New Mexico driver's license. Students who meet all course requirements will be eligible for International Fire Service Accreditation Congress (IFSAC) certification through the NMFTA. Restricted to Community Colleges campuses only.