600 Training Flashcards
Training will be offered to department members as classes and funding are found available. Manning will be a strong consideration when determining training
opportunities.
600
Fire Chief approves or denies training request for the department and it is forwarded to City Hall.
600
City management has ultimate decision on approval or denial of training and travel requests.
600
At the direction of the training chief, the member may make reservations with the Administrative Assistant or Major to fill out PO for expenditures and utilize tax exemptions.
600
During cold weather conditions where temperature or wind chill is below 32 degrees training will be “dry” to prevent the potential hazards of ice.
600
During cold weather conditions where temperature or wind chill is below 25 degrees, outdoor training activities will stop to reduce the potential for cold related injuries or illness.
600
Under 90 degrees ambient or heat index:
Provide access to ample water for all.
Encourage use of shaded areas when possible.
Watch/monitor students.
600
90 to 100 degrees ambient or heat index :
Provide access to ample water for all.
Encourage use of shaded areas when possible.
Encourage removal of extra gear and PPE especially coats and helmets when not participating in training.
Consider modifying drills for conditions.
Limit physical activity to 30 minutes followed by a break.
Watch/monitor students.
600
100 to 104 degrees ambient or heat index:
Provide access to ample water for all.
Encourage use of shaded areas when possible.
Drills and training will be limited to PT clothing (shorts and t-shirts)
Consider modifying drills for conditions.
Limit physical activity to 30 minutes followed by a break.
Consider active cooling measures such as cooling towels during breaks.
Watch/monitor students.
600
Above 104 degrees ambient or heat index:
During hot weather conditions where temperature or heat index is above 104 degrees, outdoor training activities will stop to reduce the potential for heat related injuries or illness.
600
Since the average distance between successive lightning flashes is approximately 2-3 miles, in most cases when lightning is seen or thunder is heard, the risk is already present. 30 Minute Rule – Outside activities will cease and move inside or to a covered area.
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