GWGVFD Probationary Training Session #1

1. GWGVFDProbationary Training Session #1 Revised 1/2011 Edition(This presentation developed in part with content provided by Germantown Volunteer Fire Department)

2. Contents Session 1: Orientation • Quick Reference Guide (Received at Membership Meeting) • New Member Forms Paper Work (QRG Appendix) • LOSAP, Signing in/out and Stand-By Program • Bylaws, Rules & Regulations and MCFRS Policy & Procedures Session 2: Ambulance Inventory, Oxygen and BSI Session 3: Cot & Stair Chair Operations Session 4: Review & EMS Inventory Test Session 5: Fire Apparatus & Inventory Session 6: Ropes, Knots & Tools Session 7: Hoses, Ladder & Review Session 8: Review & Fire Inventory Test Session 9: Review & Probationary Test

3. Session 1: Course and Training Overview Objectives: By the end of the session the student will have a basic knowledge and understanding of the following requirements: I: Required Training: In Station, PSTA, IT, On-line and other training II: Fill out all appropriate paper work III: LOSAP, Signing in/out and Stand-By Program IV: Bylaws, Rules & Regulations and MCFRS Policy & Procedures

4. Session 1Course Overview and Training Fit Testing You have previously received a form from FROMS on the day of your physical advising you that you are for physically acceptable to complete Fit Testing for a Self Contained Breathing Apparatus face piece. You will need to take that form to the SCBA Shop to get Fit Tested The SCBA Shop is located at: 8653 Grovemont Cir. (Shady Grove Rd east of 355, turn left on Oakmont, left on Grovemont Cir., second row).240-777-2221 Once you complete the fit test the technician will give you a form stating that you passed and what the test results are. Turn a copy of that form into the Training Officer

5. Session 1Course Overview and Training Required Training The following classes are required by Montgomery County and must be completed to ride any Fire/Rescue Apparatus. In-station Training:(As noted in GWGVFD QGR) As part of your in-station training you will be required to complete the following: • EMS Unit Orientation (Session#2) • CPR for Health Care Providers – See: http://gwgvfd.org/cprTraining.cfm for next class dates • Blood-borne/Airborne Pathogens Awareness Level • Hazardous Material Awareness Level • Complete and pass the EMS Observer Test (Session#4)

6. Session 1Course Overview and Training Required Training (Online) Complete the following courses and print out a certificate once the course is completed • Blood-borne/Airborne Pathogens Awareness Levelhttp://www.saferesponse.com/sub_page/bbp_main.htm • Hazardous Material Awareness Level http://www.saferesponse.com/sub_page/hazmat_main.htm • IS-100 Introduction to Incident Command System http://training.fema.gov/emiweb/is/is100b.asp • IS-200 ICS for Single Resources and Initial Action Incidents http://training.fema.gov/emiweb/is/is200b.asp • IS-700 National Incident Management System (NIMS) http://training.fema.gov/emiweb/is/is700a.asp

7. Session 1Course Overview and Training Required Training (Online) EEO/AA and the Law, Blood Borne Pathogens and Cultural Diversity : • To register for these courses, you must e-mail Chuck Bartlett at the PSTA (Chuck.Bartlett@montgomerycountymd.gov) with your Fire Service ID number and a password (any password you wish to use) , he will enroll you into the program. • Go to http://coursesites.blackboard.com/webapps/portal/frameset.jsp, logon and take the course. • Please review each section and make sure to mark each section as reviewed. If you do not mark each section as reviewed no matter what your test score is you will not get credit. The mark as review button is like our sign-in sheet. • Once you have completed the course, send him another e-mail advising him so, he will have you entered into registrar. The registrar at the PSTA will update your transcript and issue a certificate. • You must take these courses in order.

8. Session 1Course Overview and Training Required Training (In-Person) Public Services Training Academy (PSTA): PSTA Classes are held at the Public Service Training Academy located at: 9710 Great Seneca Highway, Rockville Maryland 20850 To register for a class held at the PSTA you need to fill out a Pre-registration Form and submit the form to the Training Officer. (Blank Form in QRG Appendix) Course listings can be found in the station PSTA Class Book located in the Station 8 second floor back room communications center or on-line at the MCFRS Training Academy web site : http://www.montgomerycountymd.gov/firtmpl.asp?url=/content/firerescue/psta/index.asp

9. Session 1Course Overview and Training Required Training (In-Person) Public Services Training Academy Classes (PSTA): The following classes should be taken in the order noted. • Protective Envelope and Foam Course‏ (PEAF)- Prerequisites: This class can be taken through the PSTA on it’s own or taken as part of VBOC– Prerequisites: EEO/AA and the Law, Cultural Diversity, Physical on file at PSTA, SCBA FIT Test. Please contact the Gear and Uniform personals to borrow the required gear as soon as you register for the course. • Hazardous Materials First Responders Operations – Prerequisites: PEAF * PEAF & HazMat Ops is for Fire/Rescue physically classified members only.

10. Session 1Course Overview and Training Required Training MCFRS IT Training 800MHz Voice /Radio Training Go To: http://www.mcfrsit.com/index.asp Create a Tech Training Website Account Logon and register for a class that meets your schedule Training is conducted in Training Lab 5, in Suite 110 at 20400 Observation Drive in Germantown.

11. Session 1Course Overview and Training Registration Paper Work Please fill out the following paper work and turn a copy of it in to the Training Officer: Beneficiary Designation for Accident & Sickness Policy LOSAP Form PAS TAG Form PSTA Student Information Sheet

12. Session 1 Course Overview and Training LOSAP, Signing in/out and Stand-By Program LOSAP Executive Regulation #82-91, Length Of Service Awards Program (LOSAP) • Part of the Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Commission Administrative Policy & Procedures • A copy is kept in the Station Officers Office • Governs how Volunteers receive: Participation credits Food re-imbursement funds Retirement

13. Session 1Course Overview and Training LOSAP, Signing in/out and Stand-By Program Signing in/out Fire Service ID # Station Log Book Legal Document Found in the watch office in the LOSAP Book. Sign in and out at the beginning and end of your stand by, sleep-in, drill or class Sign using Blue or Black ink (never use pencil or red ink) - Stand-By; tracks members standby hours (0700 - 0700 hours) - Sleep-in; tracks members sleep-in hours (2400 - 0700 hours) - Training; Tracks members drills and classes (0700 - 2400 hours) - Meeting / Collateral Duty; tracks members activities directed at assisting the department (0700-2400 hrs) Used to calculate the level of participation in the standby program Used to calculate food reimbursement, budget justification and other operational and administrativeinformation.

14. Session 1Course Overview and Training LOSAP, Signing in/out and Stand-By Program Stand-By Program Volunteer Stand-By Program Members are expected to participate in the standby program. Each Member is assigned a Stand-By Day/Night Must fulfill a minimum of 40 hours a month: Stand-By Period: (established only as a guideline) Weeknights (Monday thru Friday): 1700-0700 Weekends Days (Saturday and Sunday): 0700-1700 Weekend Nights (Saturday and Sunday): 1700-0700 Sleep-In: 2400-0700 Sign in/out accordingly

15. Session 1Course Overview and Training Bylaws, Rules & Regulations and MCFRS Policy & Procedures Bylaws The GWGVFD By-Laws are available online Contains the rules by which the department is run Establishes duties and responsibilities of all classes of membership Establishes titles and duties of executive officers Documents the timing and procedures for board meetings Documents the manner for conducting the membership meetings

16. Session 1Course Overview and Training Bylaws, Rules & Regulations and MCFRS Policy & Procedures Rules & Regulations A separate document attached with the By-Laws. Establishes a Code of Conduct and Disciplinary Procedures General Station Rules Use of Uniforms and Equipment Rules regarding Probationary and Junior Members Use of Computers and Internet in the station Contains Additional Rules

17. Session 1Course Overview and Training Bylaws, Rules & Regulations and MCFRS Policy & Procedures MCFRS Policy & Procedures Become familiar with the Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Department Policies and Procedures Manual. These manuals can be found in the 1st floor Captains office and reviewed at your leisure. GWGVFD Web Site (www.gwgvfd.org) To get access to the GWGVFD web site, send an e-mail to the webmaster. Tell him who you are and when you were voted in and he will reply with instructions on how to log in. - Has latest GWGVFD and MCFRS News and Activities. - Offerings for additional training, and discussion forum - Access inter departmental paging, and e-mail addresses - Private messaging with other members - Department Calendar with Standby schedules and training are also posted to the site

18. Session 1Course Overview and Training STATION STAFFING TRACKER https://www2.montgomerycountymd.gov/PIMSACT/ or off of the left navigation bar on the GWGVFD website (members section) Create An Account • Select “create user account” • Enter your information and create a password Using the System • Login with your name and password

19. Session 1Course Overview and Training STATION STAFFING TRACKER Using the System (cont’d) • Select your Position, Unit, Start and End Time/Date) • Click “Insert Record” (note: you can always go back and edit if you need)

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