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PUMP OPERATIONS I (PUOP)

May 30 @ 6:30 pm - 10:30 pm EDT

|This is a multi-day course (See all days in course)

One event on June 6, 2024 at 6:30 pm

One event on June 8, 2024 at 8:00 am

Course #

24-PUOP-01

Course Length

16 Hrs

Lead Instructor(s)

Scot Landis

Course Cost

  • In-County: $40
  • Out of County: $80

Course Goal

This course will introduce the student to basic concepts and methods of fire pump operations.

Course Description

This course provides the fire fighter with an introduction to basic pump construction and theory as well as operating techniques. Emphasis is placed on getting water to the pump, getting water from the pump for hose streams, and prevention of common mistakes in pump operations.

Prerequisites

  • Essentials of Fire Fighting (EBM)  (Copies of pre-requisite certificates must be sent in with registration.)

Special Conditions

Agencies sending students to this program will be asked to provide pumping apparatus to conduct practical exercises.

Student Equipment / Supply Needs

  • Pen/Pencil
  • Notebook
  • Helmet, gloves, turnout coat, turnout pants, boots, protective hood, and protective eyewear (safety glasses or goggles)

Details

Date:
May 30
Time:
6:30 pm - 10:30 pm
EDT
Event Category:

Venue

Berks County Fire Training Site
895 Morgantown Rd
Reading, PA 19607 United States
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Phone:
610-378-5509
Website:
http://www.berkscountyfiretraining.org