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TRAINING AND EQUIPMENT MANUAL
DRIVER / OPERATOR SKILLS
313.002 RODEO
EFFECTIVE: JANUARY 2017
Current Revision Date: 09/16/21 Next Revision Date: 09/16/23
Author’s Name/Rank: Robert J. Garcia, Engineer Review Level: 2
Administrative Support Tammy Williams
Management Analyst II
ADA
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PURPOSE
The purpose of this policy is to define a standard obstacle course (rodeo) and rating
system for Fresno Fire Department (FFD or Department) members.
APPLICATION
The intent of the rodeo is to provide the resources needed to develop basic driver
skills while limiting risk to the public and FFD apparatus.
OPERATIONAL POLICY
Two (2) proctors shall be present with each apparatus on the course. Proctors will
function as “backers” when necessary to prevent accidents. Each proctor will carry a
portable radio to communicate with the driver.
OPERATIONAL GUIDELINE
The prescribed rodeo and rating system (Training and Equipment Manual, Section
313.002a, Rodeo, Individual Performance Evolution) is to be used in qualifying a
member for a Driver’s License Firefighter Endorsement.
Note: During a Driver’s License Endorsement test, the operator is not
allowed to use a back-up camera.
The rodeo is intended to provide the following opportunities for FFD members who
are responsible for driving heavy fire apparatus:
1. Experience the limitations and capabilities of FFD fire apparatus.
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2. Develop or improve the operator’s perception of proximities relating
to the apparatus (i.e., bumpers and wheelbase).
3. Develop or improve the operator’s ability to use mirrors and a back-
up camera.
PROCESS
The rodeo course may include all the following events:
1. Serpentine
2. Diminishing clearance with measured front stop
3. Three-point turnaround
4. Parallel park
5. Alley dock
6. Tailboard swing
Resources Needed:
• (1) Pumping apparatus
• (1) Truck apparatus
• (1) Course map and tri-pod mount
• (1) Caution tape
• (3) Tape measures
• (26) Short cones
• (2) Tall cones
• (67) Standard cones
• (22) Delineators
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Unless otherwise noted, the placement of all cones and delineators are measured
from the inside edge of their base.
Serpentine (See Figure 1):
1. Resources needed:
• (4) Delineators
• (15) Standard cones
2. Wait until an outside proctor signal that he/she is ready.
3. Start on the right side of the first delineator.
4. Drive forward weaving in between each delineator.
5. Pull past the last (fourth) delineator far enough to allow driving in
reverse, starting on the opposite side of the fourth delineator.
6. Drive in reverse weaving in between each delineator.
7. Drive in reverse until the front bumper passes the first delineator and
set the parking brake when finished.
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(Figure 1)
200’
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Diminishing Clearance (See Figure 2):
1. Resources needed:
• (1) Delineator
• (22) Short cones
• (1) Tape measure
2. Wait until an outside proctor signal that he/she is ready.
3. Enter the event at a great enough speed to necessitate quick
judgment, but not less than 15 MPH.
4. Stop within 18” of the delineator at the end, measured to the closest
point of the front bumper.
5. Set the parking brake.
6. Wait until an outside proctor signals, he/she is ready.
7. Release the parking brake and back up the apparatus completely
past the first set of cones.
8. Set the parking brake when finished.
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(Figure 2)
Delineator Short Cones:
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Three-Point Turnaround (See Figure 3):
1. Resources needed:
• (2) Delineators
• (29) Standard cones
2. Wait until an outside proctor signal that he/she is ready.
3. Enter the area between the two delineators.
4. Exit the area through the same two delineators; come to a stop and
set the parking brake when finished.
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(Figure 3)
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Parallel Parking (See Figure 4):
1. Resources needed:
• (4) Delineators
• (5) Short cones
• (1) Tape measure
2. Position the apparatus approximately 25’ from the event and wait
until an outside proctor signal that he/she is ready.
3. Pull past the delineators on the right.
4. Park within the delineator boundaries, front and rear, and within 18”
of the curb boundary line.
5. One pull-up is allowed without points deducted.
6. Short cones are placed on a line, which represents a curb. The
tailboard is allowed to cross over the line; tires cannot (See Figure
5).
a. Tire tread must be on the ground beyond the line to lose points
for “crossing over the line” (See Figure 6).
b. Tire measurements from the curb line are taken from the
center point of the tire.
7. Set the parking brake when finished.
8. The driver is allowed to exit the vehicle to view the spot if desired.
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(Figure 4)
(Figure 5 – Tire on Line)
(Figure 6 – Tire Over Line)
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Alley Dock (See Figure 7):
1. Resources needed:
• (7) Delineators
• (2) Tall cones
• (15) Standard cones
• (1) Tape measure
2. Position the apparatus approximately 25’ from the event and wait
until an outside proctor signal that he/she is ready.
3. Pull past the alley dock on the right (captain’s side) and back into the
dock.
4. All surfaces of the apparatus should be within the plane, which is
defined by the inside edges of the delineators.
5. Stop within 18” of the rear plane, which is defined by the inside edges
of the delineators, measured to the closest point of the rear tailboard.
6. Set the parking brake when finished.
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(Figure 7)
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Tailboard Swing (Figure 8):
1. Resources needed:
• (4) Delineators
• (8) Standard cones
2. The truck is spotted behind the start line.
3. Proceed when outside proctor signals that he/she is ready.
4. Pull forward and turn right.
5. Circle around and repeat for a left turn.
(Figure 8
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INFORMATION
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DEFINITIONS
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CROSS-REFERENCES
Training and Equipment Manual
Section 313.002a, Rodeo, Individual Performance Evolution