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313.041a STANDARD STABILIZER DEPLOY
INDIVIDUAL PERFORMANCE EVOLUTION
EFFECTIVE: MARCH 2016
Current Revision Date: 10/27/21 Next Revision Date: 10/27/23
Author’s Name/Rank: Robert J. Garcia, Engineer Review Level: 1
Administrative Support: Tammy Williams
Management Analyst II
ADA
Section 313.041a
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PURPOSE
The ability to place into service Fresno Fire Department (FFD or Department) aerial
apparatus quickly, safely, and effectively is a critical job skill required of all FFD
Engineers.
APPLICATION
Individual performance evolutions (IPE) are used to document skill level performance.
OPERATIONAL POLICY
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OPERATIONAL GUIDELINE
The operator should use standard operating procedures to deploy stabilizers in
preparation for aerial operations.
PROCESS
Evolution:
A recommendation for improvement is indicated by a checkmark in a box with
standard text (non-bold font).
A need for improvement and scheduling of an evolution is indicated by a checkmark
in a box with standard text in bold font.
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The evaluator should stop any evolution when unsafe acts or conditions occur.
INFORMATION
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DEFINITIONS
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CROSS REFERENCES
IFSTA Pumping and Aerial Apparatus Driver/Operator Handbook, 3rd Edition Smeal
SFA Aerial Ladder/Platform Operations and Service Manual December 2017
Training and Equipment Manual
Section 313.005 Standard Pump Operation
Section 313.005a Standard Pump Operation IPE
Section 313.006 Supplying Small Handlines
Section 313.006a Supplying Small Handlines IPE
Section 313.041 Standard Stabilizer Deploy
Section 313.043 Quint Elevated Master Streams
Section 313.043a Quint Elevated Master Streams IPE
TRAINING AND EQUIPMENT MANUAL
DRIVER / OPERATOR SKILLS
313.041a STANDARD STABILIZER DEPLOY
INDIVIDUAL PERFORMANCE EVOLUTION
EFFECTIVE: MARCH 2016
Section 313.041a
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Name: ________________________
ID #: ________________________
Date: ________________________
No. Task Steps 1st
Attempt
2nd
Attempt
Pre-Stabilizer Deployment
1. Appropriate spot for apparatus.
2. Prior to exiting the cab:
2a. Set parking brake.
2
b,
c.
Engage Ladder Power, Master Switches, PTO, Generator,
Pump, and (as required).
2d. If it’s anticipated, the aerial will be deployed after handlines
are placed in service, the PTO and Aerial Power should be
activated when the pump is engaged prior to throttling up.
2e. Confirm the apparatus radio and portable radio is on the
correct channel
2f. Activate scene lighting, as necessary. (If inside apparatus)
2g. Prepare to pump water (as required); (Refer to IPE Section
313.005a)
3. Exit the cab:
3a. Don appropriate PPE.
3b. Place chocks front and rear of both front wheels.
3c. Activate generator and or 110v lighting as
necessary. (If located outside apparatus)
3d. Supply handlines (as required); (Refer to IPE Section
313.006a).
3e. Proceed to the stabilizer control panel.
Stabilizer Deployment
4. Place diverter valve to “Stabilizers” or “Outrigger”.
5. Engage fast-idle if not pumping to handlines.
6. Fully extend out (horizontally) all stabilizers.
7. Place jack plates at each stabilizer appropriately.
8. Deploy stabilizers appropriately; look for “green” lights.
9. Ensure the leveling bubble(s) are not outside the yellow
scale.
TRAINING AND EQUIPMENT MANUAL
DRIVER / OPERATOR SKILLS
313.041a STANDARD STABILIZER DEPLOY
INDIVIDUAL PERFORMANCE EVOLUTION
EFFECTIVE: MARCH 2016
Section 313.041a
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10. Disengage the high-idle switch, place the Diverter.
Valve into the “aerial” position.
11. Insert the stabilizer safety pins appropriately.
12. Note abnormal noises or concerns.
Stabilizer Stowing
13. Stow rear folding step.
14. Remove all stabilizer safety pins.
15. Place Diverter Valve to “Stabilizers” or “Outrigger”.
16. Engage Fast-Idle if not pumping to handlines.
17. Stow stabilizers appropriately.
18. Disengage fast idle and switch diverter valve to neutral (if
applicable).
19. Stow jack plates.
20. Stow wheel chocks.
21. Disengage pump where applicable.
22. Disengage the aerial PTO and/or generator switches as
applicable.
23. Disengage the “Ladder Power” or “Aerial Master” switch.
24. Operator performs safely, confidently, and efficiently.
*10-minute rest period minimum before retest attempt
Overall Grade: Pass Fail Start Time: End Time:
Evaluator #1 Signature Employee ID # Date
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Evaluator #1 Signature Employee ID # Date
Candidate Signature Date
Retest Evaluator #1 Signature Employee ID # Date
Retest Evaluator #1 Signature Employee ID # Date
Candidate Signature Date
Evaluator Comments:
Candidate Comments: