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What is the purpose of the guidelines provided for training probationary Firefighters?

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To provide company officers with a guideline for training probationary Firefighters upon initial assignment and for completing monthly reviews and probationary examinations.

This ensures a standardized approach to training and evaluation.

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List the requirements that probationary Firefighters must complete within the Civil Service 12-month probationary period.

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  • Driver and apparatus training
  • Basic fireground skills
  • Tasks outlined in the Probationary Firefighter Task Book
  • 7 and 11-month examinations
  • Satisfactory monthly reviews
  • Vector Solutions assignments

Completion of these requirements is necessary to become a permanent employee.

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Under whose supervision must probationary Firefighters complete their training requirements?

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Direct supervision of their company officer

This ensures proper guidance and evaluation during the training process.

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True or false: Probationary Firefighters can be transferred before satisfactory completion of the 7-month exam.

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FALSE

Except in extenuating circumstances, transfers should not occur prior to completing the 7-month exam.

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What document is issued to each probationary Firefighter upon completion of recruit training?

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Probationary Firefighter Task Book

This booklet includes required checklists and skills sheets to assist the company officer.

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When must driver and apparatus training be completed and documented?

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Prior to the probationary Firefighter taking the 7-month exam.

Completion of this training is necessary for eligibility to work out of position.

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What forms are used by the company officer to document training?

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  • JFRD Driver Training Form
  • JFRD Basic Fireground Skills Checklist (engine or ladder)
  • JFRD Probationary Firefighter Task Book
  • Vector Solutions under the appropriate category

These forms ensure accurate tracking of training progress.

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Where can the forms for JFRD Recruit & Probationary Employee be found?

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Vector Solutions under File Center > JFRD Recruit & Probationary Employee

These forms are necessary for training file inclusion.

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What must be completed prior to permitting the probationary Firefighter to work out of position?

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  • Required forms must be completed
  • Must be completed prior to scheduling the 7-month exam

This ensures proper documentation and readiness for the probationary Firefighter.

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What is the first step in Driver and Apparatus Training?

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Apparatus Familiarization

This step ensures the probationary Firefighter is familiar with operational procedures.

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What must the probationary Firefighter be familiar with during Apparatus Familiarization?

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  • SOP 209 (Engineer)
  • SOG 402 (Vehicle Operations)
  • Apparatus placement and spotting guidelines
  • Daily and weekly maintenance procedures
  • Assigned equipment knowledge
  • Proper radio use

Familiarization is crucial for safe and effective operation of the apparatus.

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How many hours of initial driver training are required?

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  • Minimum of 6 daytime hours
  • Minimum of 4 nighttime hours

This training is essential for familiarization with the assigned apparatus and territory.

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What must occur after completing the initial driver training hours?

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  • Assigned to drive for a minimum of three 24 hour shifts
  • Complete 10 EMS responses

No fire responses are permitted during this stage of driver training.

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What is required for tiller training upon completion of initial driver training?

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A minimum of 2 daytime and 2 nighttime hours of tiller driving must be completed and documented

Tiller training is mandatory if assigned to a tiller ladder.

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What must a probationary Firefighter complete before driving on any fire response?

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Training on basic fireground skills

This training is essential for ensuring readiness before engaging in fire responses.

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How many shifts must a probationary Firefighter drive for during fire and EMS responses?

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Three 24 hour shifts

This is part of the driver training process.

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Who is responsible for allowing the probationary Firefighter to perform basic fireground skills?

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The company officer

The officer must provide opportunities in a training environment.

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What must the company officer ensure regarding the performance of tasks by the probationary Firefighter?

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Each task must be performed to a satisfactory level

Proper judgment is required to provide additional training as needed.

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What skills are included in Engine Company Skills training?

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  • Pumping a preconnected handline from the booster tank
  • Pump a preconnected 1 ¾” handline operating at 125 gpm from the booster tank and hand lay a water supply from a hydrant within 100’ using 5” hose
  • Hand laying a supply line to a hydrant
  • Engine or tanker as a secondary water supply
  • Switching from booster tank supply to hydrant supply
  • Pumping attack lines and supplying water
  • Drafting from a tanker basin

These skills are essential for effective fireground operations.

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If tankers or brush trucks are co-located with engine companies, what should training include?

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Those apparatus as well

Training should encompass all relevant equipment available.

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What is required for tiller training upon completion of initial driver training?

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A minimum of 2 daytime and 2 nighttime hours of tiller driving must be completed and documented

Tiller training is mandatory if assigned to a tiller ladder.

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What must a probationary Firefighter complete before driving on any fire response?

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Training on basic fireground skills

This training is essential for ensuring readiness before engaging in fire responses.

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How many shifts must a probationary Firefighter drive for during fire and EMS responses?

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Three 24 hour shifts

This is part of the driver training process.

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Who is responsible for allowing the probationary Firefighter to perform basic fireground skills?

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The company officer

The officer must provide opportunities in a training environment.

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What must the company officer ensure regarding the performance of tasks by the probationary Firefighter?
Each task must be performed to a satisfactory level ## Footnote Proper judgment is required to provide additional training as needed.
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What skills are included in **Engine Company Skills** training?
* Pumping a preconnected handline from the booster tank * Pump a preconnected 1 ¾" handline operating at 125 gpm from the booster tank and hand lay a water supply from a hydrant within 100' using 5" hose * Hand laying a supply line to a hydrant * Engine or tanker as a secondary water supply * Switching from booster tank supply to hydrant supply * Pumping attack lines and supplying water * Drafting from a tanker basin ## Footnote These skills are essential for effective fireground operations.
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If tankers or brush trucks are co-located with engine companies, what should training include?
Those apparatus as well ## Footnote Training should encompass all relevant equipment available.
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What are the **skills** involved in supplying a ladder pipe?
* Ground based master streams * Relay pumping from a hydrant * Tandem pumping * Pumping multiple lines * Disabled pump scenario * Placing a foam line in operation ## Footnote These skills are essential for effective firefighting operations.
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List the **Ladder Company Skills**.
* Operation of outriggers, including short jacking * Raise, operate, and bed the ladder * Operate the generator and on scene lighting * Operate the installed hydraulic rescue system and eDRAULIC devices * Operate the ladder for firefighting * Operate the ladder for rescue * Operate the emergency power unit (EPU) * Operate the installed pneumatic system * Place ground ladders for emergency egress ## Footnote Mastery of these skills is critical for ladder company operations.
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True or false: If a probationary Firefighter displays **continued unsatisfactory performance**, the company officer must request the District/Battalion Chief to witness and verify the level of performance.
TRUE ## Footnote Refer to SAP 332 (Performance Improvement Program) for additional guidelines.
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What are the **skills** involved in supplying a ladder pipe?
* Ground based master streams * Relay pumping from a hydrant * Tandem pumping * Pumping multiple lines * Disabled pump scenario * Placing a foam line in operation ## Footnote These skills are essential for effective firefighting operations.
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List the **Ladder Company Skills**.
* Operation of outriggers, including short jacking * Raise, operate, and bed the ladder * Operate the generator and on scene lighting * Operate the installed hydraulic rescue system and eDRAULIC devices * Operate the ladder for firefighting * Operate the ladder for rescue * Operate the emergency power unit (EPU) * Operate the installed pneumatic system * Place ground ladders for emergency egress ## Footnote Mastery of these skills is critical for ladder company operations.
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True or false: If a probationary Firefighter displays **continued unsatisfactory performance**, the company officer must request the District/Battalion Chief to witness and verify the level of performance.
TRUE ## Footnote Refer to SAP 332 (Performance Improvement Program) for additional guidelines.
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What is the minimum passing grade for all **examinations** for Probationary Firefighters?
80% ## Footnote This applies to written, oral, and practical examinations.
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Probationary Firefighters must take the **7-month exam** within _______ of their date of hire.
7 months ## Footnote This is a requirement for all probationary firefighters.
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Probationary Firefighters must take the **11-month exam** within _______ of their date of hire.
11 months ## Footnote This is a requirement for all probationary firefighters.
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Who administers the **oral and practical portions** of the examinations?
District/Battalion Chief ## Footnote They are responsible for overseeing the examination process.
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What does the **practical examination** consist of?
Successfully demonstrating tasks and evolutions on the probationary checklist ## Footnote This is part of the 7 and 11 month assessments.
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What must a probationary Firefighter do to pass the **oral examination**?
Successfully answer questions on the content outlined in 212.05.03 ## Footnote This is a requirement for passing the oral portion.
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Who witnesses the administration of the **written exam**?
The company officer ## Footnote This ensures proper oversight during the examination.
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If a probationary Firefighter fails the written **7-month exam**, how many makeup exams are allowed?
One makeup exam ## Footnote This must be taken within 30 days of the first exam.
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What happens if a probationary Firefighter fails the makeup exam for the **7-month exam**?
Subject to dismissal ## Footnote Failing the makeup exam results in termination.
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If a probationary Firefighter fails the written **11-month exam**, when must the makeup exam be taken?
Prior to completion of the Civil Service 12-month probationary period ## Footnote This is crucial for maintaining their position.
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What is the consequence of failing the makeup exam for the **11-month exam**?
Immediate dismissal ## Footnote This is a strict policy for probationary firefighters.
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If a probationary Firefighter is permanently transferred during the probationary period, what will be considered?
Extenuating circumstances ## Footnote This will be taken into consideration by the District/Battalion Chief and company officer.
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What is the minimum passing grade for all **examinations** for Probationary Firefighters?
80% ## Footnote This applies to written, oral, and practical examinations.
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Probationary Firefighters must take the **7-month exam** within _______ of their date of hire.
7 months ## Footnote This is a requirement for all probationary firefighters.
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Probationary Firefighters must take the **11-month exam** within _______ of their date of hire.
11 months ## Footnote This is a requirement for all probationary firefighters.
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Who administers the **oral and practical portions** of the examinations?
District/Battalion Chief ## Footnote They are responsible for overseeing the examination process.
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What does the **practical examination** consist of?
Successfully demonstrating tasks and evolutions on the probationary checklist ## Footnote This is part of the 7 and 11 month assessments.
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What must a probationary Firefighter do to pass the **oral examination**?
Successfully answer questions on the content outlined in 212.05.03 ## Footnote This is a requirement for passing the oral portion.
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Who witnesses the administration of the **written exam**?
The company officer ## Footnote This ensures proper oversight during the examination.
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If a probationary Firefighter fails the written **7-month exam**, how many makeup exams are allowed?
One makeup exam ## Footnote This must be taken within 30 days of the first exam.
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What happens if a probationary Firefighter fails the makeup exam for the **7-month exam**?
Subject to dismissal ## Footnote Failing the makeup exam results in termination.
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If a probationary Firefighter fails the written **11-month exam**, when must the makeup exam be taken?
Prior to completion of the Civil Service 12-month probationary period ## Footnote This is crucial for maintaining their position.
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What is the consequence of failing the makeup exam for the **11-month exam**?
Immediate dismissal ## Footnote This is a strict policy for probationary firefighters.
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If a probationary Firefighter is permanently transferred during the probationary period, what will be considered?
Extenuating circumstances ## Footnote This will be taken into consideration by the District/Battalion Chief and company officer.
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What will the **7-month oral and practical exams** include?
* Ability to identify and demonstrate proper use of equipment * Operation of assigned apparatus * Location of all fire stations and JFRD facilities * First due territory * Engine Company or Ladder Company Engineer Manual * Information and skills identified by the company officer or District/Battalion Chief ## Footnote The exams assess practical knowledge and operational readiness.
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What subjects will the **7-month written exam** cover regarding the Firefighter's first due territory?
* Streets * Water supply sources * Sprinkler/standpipe systems * Schools, hospitals, and other target hazards * Map interpretation ## Footnote The written exam consists of 100 questions administered by the District/Battalion Chief.
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What will the **11-month oral and practical exam** include?
* Comprehensive review of 7-month questions * Apparatus responding with their company on first alarm assignments * Equipment carried by the apparatus * Streets in the first alarm territory * Water supply sources in the first alarm territory * Buildings in the first alarm territory * Information and skills identified by the company officer or District/Battalion Chief ## Footnote This exam builds on the knowledge assessed in the 7-month exam.
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What subjects will the **11-month written exam** cover?
* Review of 7-month territory maps ## Footnote The written exam consists of 100 questions administered by the District/Battalion Chief.
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What are the **three components** that must be identified in the first alarm territory?
* Streets * Water supply sources * Schools, hospitals, and other buildings with high life hazards ## Footnote These components are crucial for effective emergency response planning.
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How many total questions must each station Captain furnish for the **7 and 11-month written examinations**?
250 questions ## Footnote This includes 150 questions for the 7-month exam and 100 questions for the 11-month exam.
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What is the deadline for Station Captains to forward updates or statements regarding examination questions to the **Training Academy**?
March 15th of each year ## Footnote Station Captains must review and update questions annually.
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In stations with multiple apparatus, the definitions for the 7 and 11-month exams are based on the **engine company** regardless of assignment. True or False?
TRUE ## Footnote This ensures consistency in examination standards across different apparatus.
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What format must the examination questions be in?
Multiple choice format with four possible answers (A through D) ## Footnote This format helps assess knowledge effectively.
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Following each written exam, who records the exam score in the **Probation Exam Entry**?
District/Battalion Chief ## Footnote This initiates the process for electronic signatures and feedback collection.
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What system generates an email prompt for the company officer to electronically sign after recording the exam score?
Resource Management System (RMS) ## Footnote This system streamlines the documentation process for probationary exams.
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Upon completion of both the 7-month and 11-month exams, copies of the exams will be forwarded to the **Training Academy** for inclusion in what?
Employee's training file ## Footnote This ensures that all training records are maintained accurately.
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Station Captains assigned to the marine division must furnish a detailed list of what type of hazards?
Navigational hazards ## Footnote This is essential for safety in marine operations.
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