NFPA 1002 - Driver/Operator Part 1
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NFPA 1002 Driver Course (Part 1) prepares firefighters to safely operate fire apparatus under a variety of emergency and non-emergency conditions. This course focuses on vehicle dynamics, safe driving practices, pre-trip inspections, and routine maintenance to ensure apparatus reliability and crew safety. Through hands-on exercises, students gain confidence in maneuvering emergency vehicles in traffic, navigating tight spaces, and responding safely under time-sensitive conditions. This foundational course is essential for anyone responsible for driving fire apparatus and sets the stage for advanced pump operations training. *Suncrest reserves the right to cancel courses due to low enrollment. *Registration deadline for ALL current offerings is JUNE 15th.
Prerequisites must be emailed to seri@suncrestcollege.ca after purchasing this course. Once approved, you will be officially registered and granted access to the online portion of the course when registration closes and the minimum class size is met.
IFSTA Pumping and Ariel Apparatus Driver/Operator Handbook, 3rd Edition You MUST purchase your textbook and have it delivered to you BEFORE the start of your course. Textbooks can be purchased at AFCA or via your own source.
Registration deadline for ALL current offerings is JUNE 15th. Registrations will automatically close once the registration deadline occurs.
This course will be delivered in a blended format, starting with self-paced online study on the user-friendly platform Brightspace and followed by in-person sessions. Delivering some theory and exam preparation online will allow more hands-on training (HOT) time and increased focus on mastery learning. The dates listed below represent the face-to-face portion of the course. The Self Study online portion will begin when registration closes and the minimum class size is met. Participants who successfully complete both the written examination and the practical skills evaluation will be awarded IFSAC certification. If you have any questions, feel free to contact seri@suncrestcollege.ca .
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