LCVFD • Black Hat Promotion — Personal Training (with Scoring)

Snapshot (what you must pass)

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Section	Focus	Passing
1. PPE & SCBA	Gear, SCBA checks/donning, RIT/Buddy	≥15 / 20
2. Fire Science	Tetrahedron, layering, rollover/flashover, classes	≥8 / 11
3. Fire Attack	Direct/Indirect/Combination; A–T–Z	≥5 / 7
4. ICS	Principles, components, transfer of command	≥7 / 9
5. District/Maps	Subdivisions, roads, MDT, map books	≥8 / 10
6. Radio	Call signs, terminology, channels, Mayday/LUNAR	≥6 / 8
7. Engine Familiarization	Hose loads, tools, locations	≥17 / 23
8. Hose Ops	Speedlay, apartment lay, hydrant	≥7 / 9
9. Ladders	Extension, combo, attic, roof	≥7 / 9
10. Rescue Tools	Hydraulics + struts	≥5 / 6
11. Saws	Chainsaw & K-12	≥5 / 6
12. Extinguishers	Wet water & dry chem	≥6 / 8

Fail any section = fail the test; you can retest failed sections (up to 3 retests; then 6-month wait + counseling).

1) PPE & SCBA

FAIL 0 / 20

1.1 Bunker Gear Familiarization — Knowledge

Three heat types: radiation, convection, conduction
Three layers: outer shell, moisture barrier, thermal barrier
Thermal barrier primary component: air pockets
Define TPP (Thermal Protective Performance)
Limiting temp item: SCBA mask (Scott AV-3000)
Bunker boots safety features
Helmet safety features

1.2 SCBA Familiarization

Describe SCBA pack: Scott NxG7, 45-min, integral PASS, numbered pack/regulator
Perform full SCBA checkout sequence

1.3–1.5 Donning & Air Management

Don bunker gear — SFFMA standard (timed)
Don SCBA (Coat or Over-the-Head) — SFFMA standard (timed)
Bottle removal, safe filling, reinstall; bleed line

1.6 Emergency Connections

Buddy breather vs RIT connection — explain differences
Demonstrate buddy breather connection
Demonstrate RIT bottle connection

2) Fire Science

FAIL0 / 11

3) Fire Attack

FAIL0 / 7

Describe Direct, Indirect, Combination + when to use
Direct: stream at seat
Indirect: rain-down, bank, roll-up
Combination
Combination “A, T, Z” nozzle movement

4) Incident Command

FAIL0 / 9

ICS stands for Incident Command System
Major principles: unity/unified command, chain of command, span of control, common nomenclature, IAP, expandability
Major components: Command, Operations, Planning, Logistics, Finance
Every incident has an IC: Yes
How command is passed: in person; receiver accepts

5) District / Map Knowledge

FAIL0 / 10

Major subdivisions
Major thoroughfares and cross streets
MDT startup/login, truck Wi-Fi, screen navigation, map use
Map books: index use; find a location
Building map books: alarms, hydrants, FDCs, etc.

6) Radio Use & Knowledge

FAIL0 / 8

LCFD call signs (e.g., 601, 602, 604, 605, 690, 698, 699)
Radio terminology & test call: “You to who you’re calling”
Channels: Fire Dispatch, LC TAC 1–3, Bay Area TAC 1, HCMU 2
Mayday procedure incl. LUNAR

7) Engine Apparatus Familiarization

FAIL0 / 23

Group points are awarded proportionally based on how many sub-items you’ve checked.

Overhaul & Cleanup (4 pts)

Gas meter
Salvage covers
Absorball
Ventilation fan
Brooms & squeegee
Shovels
Cord reels & portable lights
Sprinkler plugs

Miscellaneous (4 pts)

Spare nozzles
Hose clamps & squeegee
Plug & dike kit
Hand tools
Spare air bottles
Water key

8) Hose Operations

FAIL0 / 9

Deploy + reload speedlay (200′ of 1.75″, triple lay)
Deploy + reload apartment lay (100′ of 2.5″ flat, gated wye + one 100′ 1.75″ high-rise pack)
Hydrant connection & charging: pull 5″ + hydrant bag; flush; connect; charge on command

9) Ladder Operations

FAIL0 / 9

Extension ladder: team remove/transport/erect; angle/halyard; climb; lower & re-stow
Combination ladder: deploy A-frame; lower & re-stow
Attic ladder: remove, deploy, re-stow (single FF)
Roof ladder: remove, open hooks, describe roof deployment, re-stow (single FF)

10) Rescue Tool Operations

FAIL0 / 6

Hydraulic extrication: power pack, one hose + one tool, operate, shutdown, re-stow
Support struts: placement, securing, explain

11) Saw Operations

FAIL0 / 6

Chainsaw: deploy, start, shut down, re-stow; proper fuel
K-12: deploy, start, shut down, re-stow; proper fuel

12) Extinguisher Operations

FAIL0 / 8

Wet water can: Class A & B; 2.5 gal; 3% foam; ~100 psi
Use wet water can (PASS)
Refill wet water can: measured mix, charge with shop air, pin + tie wrap
Dry chem replacement: notify apparatus officer & station equipment officer

SFFMA / NFPA 1001 Timed Skills (required)

REQUIRED0 / 0

These don’t add points but must be passed to be test-ready.

PPE #2 — Don PPE ≤ 1 minute; doff to ready state
SCBA #2 — Don SCBA using COAT method ≤ 1 minute (PASS active; no exposed skin)
SCBA #3 — Don SCBA using OVER-THE-HEAD ≤ 1 minute (PASS active; no exposed skin)

LCVFD • Black Hat Promotion — Personal Training (with Scoring) Policy 1409

Snapshot (what you must pass)

1) PPE & SCBA

1.1 Bunker Gear Familiarization — Knowledge

1.2 SCBA Familiarization

1.3–1.5 Donning & Air Management

1.6 Emergency Connections

2) Fire Science

3) Fire Attack

4) Incident Command

5) District / Map Knowledge

6) Radio Use & Knowledge

7) Engine Apparatus Familiarization

Hoses (5 pts)

Firefighting Equipment (5 pts)

Rescue Equipment (5 pts)

Overhaul & Cleanup (4 pts)

Miscellaneous (4 pts)

8) Hose Operations

9) Ladder Operations

10) Rescue Tool Operations

11) Saw Operations

12) Extinguisher Operations

SFFMA / NFPA 1001 Timed Skills (required)