Emergency Fire Appliance Driver Training

AIM:

To ensure safe and effective driving in response situations and to equip fire service drivers with understanding and attitude awareness and its effect of driving in emergency situations.

OBJECTIVES:

• Demonstrate full control of the fire appliance under various road and traffic conditions
• Demonstrate the correct attitude towards driving and explain its importance
• Explain the need for concentration
• Explain the need for anticipation and planning in becoming a good driver
• Recognise the causes of driving stress and explain 'red mist syndrome' and the effect risk taking has on driving
• Demonstrate a calm and controlled driving style, in both response and non-emergency situations

VENUE:

To be advised on joining instructions

DURATION:

4 Days

Refresher Period:

3 years

Assessment:

Final assessment drive combined with continual assessment over the course