Driver Operator Aerial Device (NFPA 1002)

Driver Operator - Aerial Device – NFPA 1002

FSC: 1024 (Testing & Training) Hours: 48.0 (Lecture: 26.0hrs / Lab: 22.0hrs)

Proboard Testing Fees:

• $225 for practical or written skill evaluation
• $25 for written exam
• $25 for re-tests
• $5 Technology Fee for classes using Canvas

Prerequisites: Age 18 and up, Current Motor Vehicle License, Fire Fighter 1 – NFPA 1001

Gear: TOG

Text Book: IFSTA, Pumping & Aerial Apparatus Driver/Operator Handbook, 3rd Edition

All lectures will take place at Vigilant Fire Company #2 located at 110 S Walnut St, Slatington, PA 18080

All Practical Exercises will take place at Slatington Fire Company located at 524 W Church St, Slatington, PA 18080

Proboard Written Test $25/pp scheduled for March 24th 2026 at 1800 will take place at Vigilant Fire Company #2.

Proboard Practical Test $225/pp scheduled for March 29th 2026 at 0800. Location TBD.

Description: Through classroom sessions and practical fieldwork, this course will provide the student with the knowledge and skills required for driver operator’s aerial in accordance with NFPA 1002. This course will take the new driver/operator through the basic components and operational procedures to the advanced levels of apparatus preventive maintenance considerations and strategy and tactics involving aerial device operations. This course is