Qualified Live Fire Instructor Review

Who is eligible to take the LFQ Course? FF I & II Qualified Instructor for Five Years Must have sponsoring agency Must have at least five apprentice burns with a Live Fire Qualified Instructor Must have the desire to conduct burns correctly Level II documentation

Live Fire Qualification Course Requirements First: Pass a written exam demonstrating knowledge of NFPA 1403, NFPA 1142, and FF I & II Essentials Second: Successfully complete practical evolution within 6 months Third: Complete and submit a correct pre-burn plan within 6 months

ATTITUDES TO FOSTER Safety of all personnel Ensure proper control during training exercises Hazardous conditions are corrected Unsafe acts are corrected

NFPA 1403, 2007 edition Deals with training all fire suppression personnel engaged in firefighting operations under live fire conditions.

NFPA 1403, 2007 edition Provides a process for conducting live fire training evolutions to ensure that they are conducted in safe facilities and that the exposure to health and safety hazards for the fire fighting receiving the training is minimized. Facilities v Structures Who sits on the 1403 committee (show front of 1403 standard)

A method of fire ground communications shall be established. NFPA 1403 4.4.9

AHJ The “AUTHORITY HAVING JURISDICTION” is the organization, office or individual responsible for enforcing the requirements of a code or standard. NFPA 1403 3.2.1

Instructor An individual qualified by the AHJ to deliver firefighting training, who has the training and experience to supervise students during live fire training evolutions. NFPA 1403 3.3.5

Instructor In Charge An individual qualified as an instructor and designated by the AHJ to be in charge of the live fire training evolution. NFPA 1403 3.3.6

Safety Officer An individual appointed by the AHJ as qualified to maintain a safe working environment at all live fire training evolutions. NFPA 1403 3.3.9

Chapter 4 4.4.4 The Safety officer shall provide for the safety of all persons on the scene including students, instructors, visitors, and spectators.

Student Prerequisites Chapter 4 4.1.1 Student Prerequisites Prior to being permitted to participate in live fire training evolutions, the student shall have received training to meet the JPRs for FF1 in NFPA 1001. Safety Fire Behavior Forcible Entry Portable Extinguishers Overhaul FH, App, and Streams Water Supply Ventilation Ladders PPE Why no Building Construction? (Level II)

Chapter 4 4.1.2 Student Prerequisites Students participating in a live fire training evolution who have received the required minimum training from other than the AHJ shall not be permitted to participate in any live fire training evolution without first presenting prior written evidence of having successfully completed the prescribed minimum training to the levels specified in 4.1.1.

Structures and Facilities Chapter 4 Structures and Facilities 4.2.4 Proof of clear title 4.2.5 Written permission from owner 4.2.7 Insurance cancellation

Structures and Facilities Chapter 4 Structures and Facilities 4.2.6 A clear description of the anticipated condition… at the completion of the evolution(s) and the method of returning the property to the owner shall be put in writing… 2 children killed by chimney in NC back in the 90’s. FD was sued and lost.

Structures and Facilities Chapter 4 Structures and Facilities 4.2.2* Preparation shall include application for and receipt of required permits and permissions. 1. Asbestos Permit - NCDHHS, Div. of Public Health, Health Hazards Control Unit. 2. Air Quality Control

NESHAP Number Must Be Given http://www.daq.state.nc.us/enf/openburn.shtml

4.2.2 (Appendix) Depending on location, permits required can include: Air Quality Water Runoff Water Usage Burning Traffic

Structures and Facilities Chapter 4 Structures and Facilities 4.2.9.1 – 4.2.9.3 Hazardous Storage Containers shall be removed or neutralized so as not to present a safety problem. Vent or render inert

Structures and Facilities Chapter 4 Structures and Facilities 4.2.10 All hazardous structural conditions shall be removed or repaired so as to not present a safety problem during use of the structure. Fix it enough to burn it down.

Structures and Facilities Chapter 4 Structures and Facilities 4.2.10.1 – 4.2.10.6 Floors, railings, and stairs shall be made safe. Special attention shall be given to potential chimney hazards. Holes in walls and ceilings shall be patched.

Structures and Facilities Chapter 4 Structures and Facilities Low-density combustible fiberboard and other unconventional combustible interior finishes shall be removed. NFPA 1403 4.2.10.5 Extraordinary weight above the training area shall be removed. NFPA 1403 4.2.10.6

Structures and Facilities Chapter 4 Structures and Facilities 4.2.11 – 4.2.11.5 All hazardous environmental conditions shall be removed before conducting LF training in the structure. Debris creating or contributing to unsafe conditions shall be removed.

Structures and Facilities Chapter 4 Structures and Facilities 4.2.11.3 - 4.2.11.5 Utilities shall be disconnected. Remove potential hazards of toxic weeds, insect hives, and vermin. Asbestos shall be removed by an approved asbestos removal contractor.

Roof ventilation openings… NOTE: Roof ventilation openings… 1997 edition: 2-2.10*(g) An adequate ventilation opening(s) shall be made in the roof. 2002 and 2007 edition: This section has been removed. Only 4.2.11.2* has been left in. (Same wording in 1997 edition 2-2.11)

Roof ventilation openings… NOTE: Roof ventilation openings… 2002 and 2007 edition: 4.2.11.2* has been left in. (Same wording in 1997 edition 2-2.11) ‘Roof ventilation openings that are normally closed but can be opened in the event of an emergency shall be permitted to be utilized.’

opening(s) shall be made in the roof. NCFRC Exception Adequate ventilation opening(s) shall be made in the roof. Cut a hole

Structures and Facilities Chapter 4 Structures and Facilities 4.2.19 The persons in charge of the adjacent properties shall be informed of the date and time of the evolution. Ask what is an adjacent property?

Structures and Facilities 4.2.20 Chapter 4 Structures and Facilities 4.2.20 Appropriate safeguards shall be taken to eliminate hazards to motorists: Street closings, traffic re-routing, signs, and police assistance.

Structures and Facilities Chapter 4 Structures and Facilities 4.2.22 Awareness of weather conditions, wind velocity, and wind direction shall be maintained, including a final check for possible changes in weather conditions immediately before actual ignition.

Structures and Facilities 4.2.24 – 4.2.24.5 Chapter 4 Structures and Facilities 4.2.24 – 4.2.24.5 Areas for the staging, operating, and parking of fire apparatus and vehicles involved in the exercise shall be designated. Ingress and egress routes shall be designated.

Structures and Facilities 4.2.25 Chapter 4 Structures and Facilities 4.2.25 A pre-burn briefing session shall be conducted for all participants. All Facets of Burn including: Crew Assignments Evacuation Signal

Structures and Facilities Chapter 4 Structures and Facilities 4.2.25.2 A pre-burn plan shall be prepared and shall be utilized during the pre-burn briefing sessions. Playbook (and testimony)

Structures and Facilities Chapter 4 Structures and Facilities 4.2.25.4 All participants shall be required to conduct a walk-through of the structure. For familiarity with the layout and to facilitate any necessary evacuation of the building.

Chapter 4 Fuel Materials 4.3.7 The instructor-in-charge shall assess the selected fire room for factors that can affect: Growth Development Spread of Fire

To help assure a controlled fire growth, document all fuel loading: Chapter 4 Fuel Materials 4.3.8 To help assure a controlled fire growth, document all fuel loading: Furnishings, wall and floor coverings, ceiling material, type of construction, and room dimensions.

Chapter 4 Fuel Materials 4.3.8(3) Also Document: Type of construction Type of roof Combustible void spaces

Chapter 4 Safety 4.4.1 A safety officer shall be appointed for all live fire training evolutions.

Eliminate unsafe conditions Chapter 4 Safety 4.4.3 Safety Officer responsibility: Prevent unsafe acts Eliminate unsafe conditions

Chapter 4 Safety 4.4.6.1 – 4.4.6.2 Each hoseline shall be capable of delivering a minimum of 95 gpm. Backup lines shall be provided to ensure protection for personnel on training attack lines. Capable??? For our purposes, it shall flow at least 95gpm

Chapter 4 Safety 4.4.7 The Instructor-in-Charge shall assign the following: (1) 1 instructor for each functional crew, not to exceed 5:1. (2) 1 instructor for each backup line. (3) Additional personnel to backup lines for mobility. (4) 1 additional instructor for each functional assignment.

No person(s) shall play the role of a victim inside the building. Chapter 4 Safety 4.4.14 No person(s) shall play the role of a victim inside the building. Where did this come from? (Class feeler)

EMS Definition: (3.3.3) Dedicated EMS Transport shall be available throughout the exercise. Who are we protecting?