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Aerial Apparatus Operator

Aerial Apparatus Operator. Operating Emergency Vehicles. Driving Regulations. Drivers must observe State and Local laws Department Policy Drivers may be prosecuted if they fail to obey regulations Emergency vehicles are not exempt from traffic laws. Attitude.

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Aerial Apparatus Operator

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  1. Aerial Apparatus Operator Operating Emergency Vehicles

  2. Driving Regulations • Drivers must observe • State and Local laws • Department Policy • Drivers may be prosecuted if they fail to obey regulations • Emergency vehicles are not exempt from traffic laws

  3. Attitude • First element in learning to drive safely • Driver must remain calm • Driver cannot demand right-of-way

  4. Attitude Accidents occurring enroute have many consequences

  5. Safety on Apparatus • Vehicle must be in safe condition • Riders should be fully dressed before getting on • Tailboard riding not allowed • Avoid backing up

  6. How is YOUR driving?

  7. Basic Concepts ofDefensive Driving • Anticipate others reactions • Visual lead time • Braking and reaction time

  8. Basic Concepts of Defensive Driving • Combating skids • Evasive tactics • Knowledge of weight transfer

  9. Anticipate Other Drivers Reactions • Know rules that govern public when emergency vehicles approach • People may panic • Drivers may not see or hear you • Expect the unexpected

  10. Control Factors • Aim high in steering • Get the big picture • Keep your eyes moving • Leave yourself an out • Make sure others see and hear you • Adjust speed to conditions

  11. Visual Lead Time • Interacts directly with reaction time and stopping distance • Driver responsible for 360 degree driving

  12. Braking and Reaction Time • Speed affects stopping distance • Reaction distance + braking distance = stopping distance • Fire apparatus can take 310 feet to stop at 45 mph

  13. Combating Skids • Avoid conditions that cause skids • If vehicle goes into a skid practice good skid control • Proper tire maintenance is crucial for skid prevention

  14. Evasive Tactics • Anticipation is the key to defensive driving • During an evasive maneuver • leave hands on wheel • do not lean or sway • use your arms to steer • look ahead • braking is not generally indicated

  15. Weight Transfer • Objects in motion tend to stay in motion • High weight on apparatus contributes to skids • Centrifugal force tends to throw apparatus to outside of curves

  16. Adverse Weather • Rain or ice makes roads slippery • Stopping distance 3-15 times more for wet or icy roads • Adjust speed

  17. Tiller Operator • Must be qualified to operate aerial ladder • Must be aware of • trailer distance from building • angle of trailer placement • overhead clearance • side and rear obstructions • grades and slopes

  18. Good Signal Practice Trailing in-line Quickly bringing trailer into line as turn is completed Adequately observe overhangs Avoid rough and jerky movement Not over-tillering Keep both hands on wheel Tiller Operator Training

  19. Leaving the Station • Tiller operator should check • trailer wheels for alignment • readiness and safety of crew • security of ladders • Tiller operator should center trailer in doorway

  20. Traveling Forward • Trailer should be parallel with frame • in direct line with tractor • Place one hand on top of wheel • trailer will move in direction hand moves • Turn wheel only enough for clearance • Be alert to conditions

  21. Turning at Intersections • Be aware of vehicles around you • Additional maneuvers may be necessary • If necessary steer into adjacent lane • Judge clearances • Do not over-till • Bring trailer in line quickly and smoothly

  22. Backing • Requires opposite maneuvers of those used to steer front wheels • Place one hand on bottom of wheel • trailer moves in direction of hand • Communicate with driver essential • Station men on the ground

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