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NFPA 1500 and Firefighter ResponsibilityCourse Firefighter I Unit IV Rules and Regulations Essential Question How does NFPA Standard 1500 protect fire service personnel in the field? TEKS §130.299(c) (4)(E) Prior Student Learning What NFPA is and why it is necessary www.nfpa.org Estimated Time 4 hours

Rationale National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 1500: Standard on Fire Department Occupational Safety and Health Program specifies the minimum safety requirements for the fire departments that provide rescue, fire suppression, emergency medical services, hazardous materials mitigation, special operations, and other emergency services. Although firefighting is inherently dangerous, following NFPA 1500 can improve firefighter health and reduce injuries and fatalities. It is important that members of the fire service understand these standards so that they can hold their employers accountable and stay safe on the job. Objectives The students will be able to:

1. Describe responsibilities of a firefighter as required by the NFPA 1500: Standard on Fire Department Occupational Safety and Health Program

2. Demonstrate a general understanding of NFPA 1500 and its components

Engage Use the following questions for a class discussion:

What precautions are taken by fire service personnel and why are they taken?

What is NFPA and why does it exist? What other standards have they already learned? What do they think of when they hear “standards of firefighter

responsibilities”? What components do they think/feel may be contained within NFPA

1500? Explain the basis for this standard, which is the need for accountability in the fire service. Use the Discussion Rubric for assessment. Key Points I. General Overview of NFPA 1500

A. NFPA 1500 contains the minimum requirements for safety and health programs 1. Life-safety factor – stems from natural desire to prevent needless

suffering from a) Physical pain b) Emotional stress

2. Economic factor – includes legal expenses and expenses caused by loss of manpower, apparatus, equipment, tools, property, or systems.

3. Key concept – to apply the same degree of safety throughout the


fire service a) Fire departments may also set safety standards unique to

their stations B. Employee interest

1. The success of a safety program begins at the top of the fire department administrative chain and trickles down

2. The administration's attitude about safety is reflected in the attitudes of the supervising officers

3. The main goals are to a) Prevent

(1) Human suffering (2) Deaths (3) Injuries (4) Illnesses (5) Exposures to hazardous atmospheres and contagious

diseases b) Prevent damage/loss of equipment c) Reduce the number and severity of incidents, accidents, and

hazardous exposures C. Firefighter Health Considerations

1. Firefighters must be in good physical condition to handle the physical demands of the profession

2. To stay healthy firefighters must a) Stay informed about job-related health issues b) Follow recommendations for vaccination against hepatitis B c) Use precautions to avoid exposure to human

immunodeficiency virus (HIV) d) Learn proper lifting techniques to avoid muscle strains and

other related injuries e) Use tools designed to assist with lifting heavy objects f) Properly clean and store tools and equipment used in patient

care g) Maintain a regular exercise program to sustain physical

fitness h) Maintain a diet that reduces cholesterol, fat, and sodium

intake i) Be aware of cardiovascular and cancer risks, such as

(1) Smoking (2) High blood pressure (3) High cholesterol levels

j) Have regular physicals and medical checkups

II. Specific requirements outlined in NFPA 1500 A. Equivalency

1. Levels of qualifications are established (e.g. basic, intermediate, master, etc.)


2. Training, education, competency, and safety standards are set so that all fire personnel are held to the same standard

B. Organization 1. All departments must have the following in place:

a) Written statement of policy b) Operational response criteria (Standard Operating

Procedures (SOPs)) c) Written risk management plan (coverage and components) d) Written fire department occupational safety and health policy e) Compliance with local laws and guidelines for all activities f) Accident investigation procedures g) An occupational safety and health committee h) Recordkeeping for accidents, exposures, training, and deaths i) An appointed health and safety officer (to perform the

functions of NFPA 1521) C. Training, Education, and Professional Development

1. Establish and maintain safety and health training 2. Training and education programs are in place for new members 3. Restrict the duties of the new members until they have proven

their knowledge of the procedures 4. Training for all members on

a) Risk management plan b) Department’s written procedures c) Emergency medical services d) Personal protective equipment (PPE) e) Safe exiting and accountability

D. Member Qualifications 1. All structural firefighters must meet the following qualifications

before being allowed to work in the field a) Firefighters must meet NFPA 1001 b) Drivers/operators must meet NFPA 1002 c) Aircraft Rescue and Fire Fighting (ARFF) firefighters must

meet NFPA 1003 d) Fire officers must meet NFPA 1021 e) Wildland firefighters must meet NFPA 1051 f) Hazardous Materials (HAZMAT) firefighters must meet NFPA

472 or higher g) Members must practice their assigned skill sets on a regular

basis (annually at a minimum) E. Fire Apparatus and Equipment

1. New fire apparatus meets NFPA 1901 2. New wildland apparatus meets NFPA 1906 3. New marine firefighter vessels meet NFPA 1925 4. Tools, equipment, and Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus

(SCBA) are properly secured within all apparatuses 5. Restraints and harnesses are in place and used (e.g. seatbelts)


6. All drivers undergo an approved training course 7. All traffic laws are followed including possession of a valid driver’s

license with an appropriate rating (Class B in the state of Texas) 8. Apparatus comes to a complete stop at red lights, stop signs, and

railroad crossings, even when responding priority one to an incident

9. Riding on the outside of an apparatus is prohibited 10. All apparatuses are tested per NFPA 1911

a) Ground ladders tested per NFPA 1932 b) Hoses inspected per NFPA 1962 c) Fire Extinguishers inspected per NFPA 10

11. Apparatus and equipment are disinfected per NFPA 1581 12. Hearing protection is provided when operating tools and riding in

apparatus 13. Powered rescue tools meet NFPA 1936

F. Protective clothing and equipment 1. Fire departments provide PPE for all staff 2. All protective equipment meets NFPA 1971 3. PPE is cleaned every six months per NFPA 1851 4. Laundry service is available for contaminated clothing 5. Damaged or unsafe clothing is taken out of service 6. Gloves have proper interface (no skin shows) 7. Minimum two-inch overlap of all protective clothing layers 8. Programs in place for selection, care, maintenance, and use of

protective clothing 9. SCBA is provided and protected 10. Members are provided emergency medical gloves and body and

face protection 11. Infection control programs meet NFPA 1581 12. When involved in HAZMAT ops, members are supplied vapor

protective garments that meet NFPA 1991 and are given a safe method of disposal for used garments

13. Special ops safety equipment provided for: a) Wildland firefighting b) Technical rescue operations (Urban Search and Rescue

(US&R)) c) Surface water operations (boats)

G. Personal Alert Safety System (PASS) Devices 1. Members are provided with a PASS device 2. PASS devices are tested at least once a week

H. Life Safety Ropes 1. Are only used appropriately 2. Are taken out of service if ever damaged or below standards 3. Have documentation throughout the duration of their use 4. Are tested/checked and approved only by qualified people

I. Hearing Protection


1. Is provided when noise decibels exceed 90 dB in apparatus and/or when using tools

J. Communications 1. An incident clock is used to mark key time landmarks (e.g. call

arrives, units dispatch, unit arrive) 2. Dispatch and responding companies use clear communication 3. Procedures are in place for emergency traffic (e.g. mayday, code

red) K. Emergency Operations

1. Use emergency risk management, accountability, and rapid intervention teams (RIT) for the rescue of members and rehabilitation for personnel

2. Have a plan in place to handle civil unrest or terrorism 3. Have a post-incident review process to ensure that lessons

learned are shared in an attempt to diminish future accidents and injuries

L. SCBA 1. Breathing air meets NFPA 1989 2. Quantitative fit test annually

a) Nothing passes through the seal b) No beard or facial hair is in the area of the seal c) Helmet does not interfere with the seal d) Facepiece can be worn under protective hood e) Cylinders are hydrostatically tested f) In-service air cylinders are stored while charged g) Personnel are protected during SCBA air cylinder filling

M. Wellness 1. Member Assistance Program (MAP) or Employee Assistance

Program (EAP) is provided to assist members and their families with substance abuse, stress, and family or personal problems that may affect a member's work performance

2. Wellness program is provided to address physical fitness levels (aerobic conditioning, strength, and flexibility), along with smoking cessation, nutrition, and how to cope with stress

3. Guidance for the management of problems resulting from critical incident stress is also provided

Activities NFPA 1500 Training Video – Divide the class into small groups. Have the students act as if they are instructors that must produce a training video about NFPA 1500 for their cadets. The video should provide an overview and introduce the basic concepts of NFPA 1500. Encourage the students to be creative and to use techniques that their cadets would find interesting. The videos should be 15 to 20 minutes in duration and played for the class. (Note: If video equipment is unavailable, have the students perform the video live for the class.) Use the Presentation Rubric, the Group Evaluation Rubric


and the Peer Evaluation Rubric for assessment. Assessments NFPA 1500 and Firefighter Responsibility Quiz and Key NFPA 1500 and Firefighter Responsibility Open-Note Quiz and Key Group Evaluation Rubric Peer Evaluation Rubric Discussion Rubric Individual Work Rubric Presentation Rubric Materials NFPA 1500 and Firefighter Responsibility computer-based presentation NFPA Standards Research Handout Resources 0135151112, Essentials of Firefighting (5th Edition), International Fire

Service Training Association (IFSTA) NFPA 1500 Guidelines version 2013 http://www.nfpa.org/codes-and-

standards/document-information-pages?mode=code&code=1500 Texas Commission on Fire Protection (TCFP) http://www.tcfp.texas.gov/ Accommodations for Learning Differences For reinforcement, students will complete the NFPA 1500 Open-Note Quiz. Use the NFPA 1500 Open-Note Quiz Key for assessment. For enrichment, the students will research and summarize the NFPA Standards referenced in NFPA 1500. Use the NFPA Standards Research Handout for the activity. Use the Individual Work Rubric for assessment. (Note: This may be adapted into a group research project with presentations.) State Education Standards Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills for Career and Technical Education §130.299. Firefighter I (One to Two Credits).

(4) The student applies laws, ordinances, regulations, and rules as defined by the Texas Commission on Fire Protection Certification Curriculum Manual to perform duties within a set of rules or protocols. The student is expected to: (E) describe responsibilities of a firefighter as required by

the National Fire Protection Agency 1500: Standard on Fire Department Occupational Safety and Health Program.

College and Career Readiness Standards Social Studies Standards


V. Effective Communication A. Clear and coherent oral and written communication

1. Use appropriate oral communication techniques depending on the context or nature of the interaction. 2. Use conventions of standard written English.


NFPA Standards Research Instructions: NFPA 1500 is a large document and many of its requirements were only introduced in this lesson. Many other NFPA standards are referenced within NFPA 1500. Understanding all of the NFPA standards mentioned is important in order to fully implement NFPA 1500. Listed below are all of the standards referenced. Review the NFPA standards using the Internet or a printed copy. Provide a brief summary of each. Please provide the standard’s purpose, what it requires, and how it is implemented. (See the example summary of NFPA 1581 on the next page.)

1. Firefighters must meet NFPA 1001

2. Drivers/operators must meet NFPA 1002

3. Aircraft Rescue and Fire Fighting (ARFF) firefighters must meet NFPA 1003

4. Fire officers must meet NFPA 1021

5. Wildland firefighters must meet NFPA 1051

6. Hazardous Materials (HAZMAT) firefighters must meet NFPA 472 or higher

7. New fire apparatus must meet NFPA 1901

8. New wildland apparatus must meet NFPA 1906

9. New marine firefighter vessels must meet NFPA 1925

10. All apparatuses must be tested per NFPA 1911

11. Ground ladders must be tested per NFPA 1932

12. Hoses must be inspected per NFPA 1962

13. Fire Extinguishers must be inspected per NFPA 10

14. Apparatus and equipment must be disinfected per NFPA 1581

15. Powered rescue tools must meet NFPA 1936

16. All protective equipment must meet NFPA 1971

17. Personal protective equipment (PPE) must be cleaned every 6 months per NFPA 1851

18. Infection control programs must meet NFPA 1581

19. Members (while involved in HAZMAT ops) are supplied vapor protective garments that meet NFPA 1991

20. Breathing air must meet NFPA 1989


Example NFPA 1581

NFPA 1581 gives fire departments a structured method for cleaning, maintaining, and repairing fire department gear. Its guidelines include the following:

How to properly select personal protective equipment (PPE)

o Example: The gear should fit its user with enough material to overlap the boots and gloves regardless of how the individual stands or moves.

Procedures for after-use inspections, routine inspections, and advanced inspections

o Example: Firefighters should check their gear for damage during each shift and after each use, and take damaged gear out of service immediately.

Procedures for cleaning and decontaminating PPE

o Example: Use water between 40°F and 105°F

Procedures for repair of PPE

o Example: Only use appropriately fire-rated thread and patches on turnout gear

Procedures for storage of PPE

o Example: Have racks for hanging damp gear after use so that it may dry completely

Procedures for retirement, disposition, and special incidents

o Example: Have records maintained for each set of gear stating when it goes into service, when it is repaired, and when/how it is retired


Name ________________________________ Date ___________________

NFPA 1500 and Firefighter Responsibility Quiz

1. _____Success of a fire service safety program begins with/at which of the following? A. With the firefighters B. With the firefighter instructors C. From the top/chief down D. None of the above

2. _____Which of the following describes what the NFPA 1500 addresses?

A. Firefighter responsibilities B. Departmental codes C. Suggested standards D. None of the above

3. _____Which of the following is a required vaccination for all firefighters?

A. Hepatitis A B. Hepatitis B C. Hepatitis C D. All of the above

4. _____Which of the following is a primary goal of NFPA 1500?

A. To prevent human suffering, deaths, injuries, illnesses, and exposures to hazardous atmospheres and contagious diseases

B. To control the behaviors of firefighters C. Both A and B D. Neither A nor B

5. _____Which of the following accurately describes when hearing protection should be used?

A. When on the scene B. When using ladders or hoses C. When riding in an apparatus or using tools D. All of the above

6. _____Which of the following is the decibel level that damages hearing?

A. 60 dB B. 70 dB C. 80 dB D. 90 dB

7. _____Which of the following should be in place for new members of the fire service?

A. Training and education programs B. A private dorm room C. A welcoming party D. All of the above


8. _____Which of the following describes how often Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) should be professionally cleaned? A. Monthly B. Semi-annually C. Annually D. At the firefighter’s discretion

9. _____Which of the following describes the correct amount of overlap that should exist on all

protective clothing? A. 1 inch B. 2 inches C. 3 inches D. 4 inches

10. _____Which of the following is the correct length of time for restriction of the duties of new

members? A. 6 months B. 1 year C. Until they prove knowledge of procedures D. None of the above

11. _____Which of the following accurately describes how often a Personal Alert Safety System

(PASS) device should be tested? A. At least once per day B. At least once per week C. At least once per month D. At least once per year

12. _____Which of the following describes how Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA) air

bottles should be stored? A. Full of air B. Label facing out C. Both A and B D. Neither A nor B

13. _____All fire service drivers must do which of the following before being allowed to drive an

emergency apparatus? A. They must successfully complete the 6-month probationary period B. They must undergo an approved training course C. Both A and B D. Neither A nor B


14. _____All life safety rope must have which of the following? A. Documentation B. Supervision C. A smooth surface D. All of the above

15. _____Which of the following accurately describes when a life safety rope should be taken

out of service? A. After one year of use B. Any time it is damaged C. Both A and B D. Neither A nor B

16. _____Which of the following describes when a fire apparatus should come to a complete

stop? A. Any time it comes to a stop sign or red light B. Only when the driver thinks it is necessary C. Both A and B D. Neither A nor B

17. _____Which of the following personnel is allowed to check rope for damage?

A. A licensed or certified professional B. Firefighters C. Fire Chiefs D. All of the above

18. _____An incident clock must be used after which of the following?

A. When a call comes in B. When an apparatus is dispatched C. Any time a key event occurs during an incident D. All of the above

19. _____The facepiece on an SCBA should be tested at which of the following intervals?

A. At least once a month B. At least every six months C. At least once a year D. At the firefighter’s discretion

20. _____The SCBA air bottle undergoes which of the following tests?

A. Hydrostatic testing B. Hydroponic testing C. Hieroglyphic testing D. None of the above


NFPA 1500 and Firefighter Responsibility Quiz Key

1. C 2. A 3. B 4. A 5. C 6. D 7. A 8. B 9. B 10. C 11. B 12. A 13. B 14. A 15. B 16. A 17. A 18. D 19. C 20. A


Name ________________________________ Date ___________________

NFPA 1500 and Firefighter Responsibility Open-Note Quiz

Directions: Please answer the following questions using the information provided in the NFPA 1500 Lesson. There are 10 questions and each question is worth 10 points.

1. _____Success of a safety program will begin where in the fire service? A. With the lowest ranked firefighter B. With the chief of the department C. With the implementation of NFPA 1500 D. None of the above

2. _____All firefighters should be vaccinated against what?

A. Hepatitis C B. HIV C. Hepatitis B D. All of the above

3. _____NFPA requires all firefighters get an electrocardiogram once every year

A. True B. False

4. _____According to NFPA 1500, when is riding on the outside of an apparatus permitted? A. When going under 20 mph B. When not going code 1 (lights and sirens are off) C. Never D. When driving off road during wildland operations

5. _____At what decibel level is hearing damaged?

A. 70 dB B. 80 dB C. 90 dB D. 100 dB

6. _____PPE should be professionally cleaned how often?

A. Every time it is used B. Annually C. Semi Annually D. None of the above

7. _____How much overlap should exist on all clothing?

A. ½ inch B. 1 inch C. 1 ½ inch D. None of the above


8. _____How often should a PASS device be tested per NFPA 1500? A. Once a day B. Once a week C. Once a month D. None of the above

9. _____How should air bottles be stored?

A. Empty facing up B. Empty facing down C. Full D. None of the above

10. _____What must all life safety rope have?

A. A storage bag B. Taped ends to stop it from unraveling C. Documentation


NFPA 1500 and Firefighter Responsibility Open-Note Quiz Key 1. B 2. C 3. B 4. C 5. C 6. C 7. D 8. B 9. C 10. C


Name_______________________________ Date________________

Group Evaluation

Group 1 Did the group take the assignment seriously? No Yes 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10

Could you tell what the group was trying to portray? No Yes 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10

Was the group portrayal creative? No Yes 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10

Did the group include the correct elements? No Yes 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10

Would you like to see this group demonstrate its talent for you in the future? No Yes 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10

Total Score_______ Group 2 Did the group take the assignment seriously? No Yes 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10





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Total Score_______


Your Name___________________________________ Your Group Number_______

Peer Evaluation 1) Name of Student________________________________________ At what level of seriousness did they take this activity? Not Very Serious Very Serious 0 1 2 3 4

Did they make a significant contribution to the brainstorming process? No Yes 0 1 2 3 4

Did they make a significant contribution to preparing for the activity? No Yes 0 1 2 3 4

What was the level of their participation in the activity(s)? None A Lot 0 1 2 3 4

Would you want to work with this person in a group again based on their level of productivity? No Yes 0 1 2 3 4

Total Score_______ 2) Name of Student________________________________________ At what level of seriousness did they take this activity? Not Very Serious Very Serious 0 1 2 3 4





Total Score_______


3) Name of Student________________________________________ At what level of seriousness did they take this activity? Not Very Serious Very Serious 0 1 2 3 4










Total Score_______


5) Name of Student________________________________________ At what level of seriousness did they take this activity? Not Very Serious Very Serious 0 1 2 3 4










Total Score_______


Name_______________________________________ Date_______________________________

Discussion Rubric

Objectives 4 pts. Excellent

3 pts. Good

2 pts. Needs Some Improvement

1 pt. Needs Much Improvement

N/A Pts.

Participates in group discussion

Encourages others to join the conversation

Keeps the discussion progressing to achieve goals

Shares thoughts actively while offering helpful recommendations to others

Gives credit to others for their ideas

Respects the opinions of others

Involves others by asking questions or requesting input

Expresses thoughts and ideas clearly and effectively

Total Points (32 pts.)

Comments:


Name______________________________________ Date_______________________________________

Individual Work Rubric


3 pts. Good


1 pt. Needs Much Improvement N/A Pts.

Follows directions Student completed the work as directed, following the directions given, in order and to the level of quality indicated

Time management Student used time wisely and remained on task 100% of the time

Organization Student kept notes and materials in a neat, legible, and organized manner. Information was readily retrieved

Evidence of learning Student documented information in his or her own words and can accurately answer questions related to the information retrieved

*Research/Gathering information (if relevant) Student used a variety of methods and sources to gather information. Student took notes while gathering information


Comments:


Name:____________________________________ Date:_____________________________

Presentation Rubric

Comments:


3 pts. Good


1 pt. Needs Much Improvement

N/A Pts.

Topic/Content Topic discussed completely and in-depth Includes properly cited sources (if used)

Creativity/Neatness Integrates a variety of multimedia effects to

create a professional presentation (transition and graphics) or appropriate visual aid used

Title slide, table of contents, bibliography are included, using acceptable format

Mechanics Grammar, spelling, punctuation, and

capitalization are correct Image and font size are legible to the entire

audience

Oral Presentation Communicates with enthusiasm and eye

contact Voice delivery and projection are dynamic

and audible

Audience Interaction Presentation holds audience’s attention and

relates a clear message Clearly and effectively communicates the

content throughout the presentation


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