Apr 9, 2009 · Why don't they test on the same book or use the IFSTA manuals to begin with. Everything in my dept is based on the IFSTA manual (s) or other books EMS, HAZ MAT, etc, and the students …

May 27, 2009 · General discussion about jobs & the hiring processIfsac Hey guys There is no such thing as IFSTA or IFSAC certifications. IFSTA provides the books to states and provinces for firefighters to …

Oct 21, 2003 · From IFSTA's Instructor's manual 5th Ed, on page 311: Hose "A" Rescue Manikin (there are two figures which I cannot scan in right now) 1. Straight roll 10 (3m) feet of 3-inch (77 mm) hose …

Mar 17, 2008 · Fire Dept connections with a siamese. IFSTA Pumping Apparatus Driver/ Operator Handbook says hook up with either 2 2 1/2 or 1 3 inch line, when I took a pump class at the Fire …

Nov 3, 2010 · You seriously need a new set of red books. With synthetic rubber liners and outer jackets routine inspections after use, repair, and at the annual hose test is good enough in most cases. …

Nov 13, 2006 · The IFSTA, Jones and Bartlett, and Delmar versions of the Essentials of Firefighting manual are merely starting points ... it's up to us to guide the probies and teach them the parts of "da …

Aug 27, 2005 · We switched to the triple layer load a few years ago with great success. Just make sure that the loop under the nozzle is clearly visible and accessible - anything less will ensure that …

May 31, 2008 · I have been challenged by my truck captain to find out what the percentage of obstruction is, caused by window screens that are not removed when attempting horizontal …

May 14, 2006 · I have a question about ground ladder placement for fire suppression through a second story window. Where do you place the ladder? When I went through Standards 2 years ago, I …

Feb 22, 2006 · IFSTA is a fine reference for the numbers you need without testing. Instructions for testing your own hose is also inside the IFSTA books. You may find that by testing that your numbers …