Fire Apparatus Driver/Operator

Brought to you in partnership with the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) and the International Association of Fire Chiefs (IAFC), Fire Apparatus Driver/Operator, Fourth Edition is a complete print and digital training solution that addresses preventive maintenance, pump operations, safe driving techniques, tiller and aerial apparatus operations, and mobile water supply considerations. From basic apparatus maintenance to fire pump theory to advanced hydraulic calculations, this single manual covers everything a fire service driver/operator needs to know. Fire Apparatus Driver/Operator, Fourth Edition content meets and exceeds the job performance requirements (JPRs) of Chapters 11: Apparatus-General Requirements (NFPA 1002), 12: Apparatus-Pumper (NFPA 1002), 13: Apparatus-Aerial Device (NFPA 1002), 14: Apparatus-Tiller (NFPA 1002), and 17: Apparatus-Mobile Water Supply (NFPA 1002) of the 2024 Edition of NFPA 1010. Find comprehensive and updated content in the new edition: New photographs of current apparatuses and tools New illustrations to help outline the equation examples New videos to help demonstrate driver/operator skills New friction coefficient table in Chapter 7 provides accurate measurements Much more In addition, the Navigate digital resources for instructors and students include an eBook, audiobook, learning objectives, lecture outline, lecture slides, flashcards, skill drills, videos, and TestPrep. Read the article "Steering Towards Safety: The Critical Role of Driver/Operator Training in Firefighting" (c) 2025 600 pages