HomeMy WebLinkAbout316.016 - Carry Roof Ladders AloftEffective Date: January 2010 Carl Delap, Captain
Current Revision Date: 11/25/2025 Section 316.016
Next Revision (1) Date: 11/25/2027 Page 1 of 4
300 Training and Equipment Manual
Individual Performance Evolutions (IPE)
SECTION 316.016 CARRY A ROOF LADDER ALOFT
PURPOSE
The purpose of this policy is to provide instruction to Fresno Fire Department (FFD
or Department) members on the proper method of carrying a roof ladder aloft.
APPLICATION
Individual Performance Evolutions (IPEs) are used to document skill level
performance.
OPERATIONAL POLICY
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OPERATIONAL GUIDELINE
Active members should perform IPE without any failures in task steps.
PROCESS
Equipment Needed:
One member in personal protective equipment with SCBA and one engine with a
complement of hose and equipment.
Task:
Safely carry and raise a roof ladder aloft in preparation for a roof operation.
Fresno City Fire Department
Effective Date: January 2010 Carl Delap, Captain
Current Revision Date: 11/25/2025 Section 316.016
Next Revision (1) Date: 11/25/2027 Page 2 of 4
Performance Outcome:
The candidate, while operating on a simulated fire ground, is to be able to carry a roof
ladder aloft and engage the hooks in preparation for a roof operation.
Candidate Directive:
Carry a roof ladder aloft to prepare for roof operations.
Critical Errors:
If the member performs any of the following errors, the evolution is terminated as it
would be a failure of the current test attempt.
• Perform an unsafe act which could result in injury to him/her or the
public.
• Perform an act which did or could have damaged equipment.
INFORMATION
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DEFINITIONS
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CROSS-REFERENCES
Essentials of Fire Fighting 8th edition: Ch. 9 Ground Ladders
Fresno Fire Department
Ground Ladder Practices Guide
National Fire Protection Association 1010, Firefighter 1 (2024) JPR 6.3.6
State Fire Training Firefighter 1
Skill 3-6: Lift, Carry, Raise and Ascend a Ground Ladder
INDIVIDUAL PERFORMANCE EVOLUTIONS (IPEs)
SECTION 316.016 CARRY A ROOF LADDER ALOFT
No. Task Steps First
Test Retest
*10-minute rest period minimum before retest attempt
Carry Roof Ladders Aloft P *F P *F
1. Remove the ladder from apparatus.
2. Properly lift and carry the ladder to designated point.
3. Utilize appropriate verbal commands.
4. Visually check work area for hazards and verbalize if the area is safe
to raise the ladder.
5. Place the ladder at base of the climbing ladder and extend the roof
hooks correctly.
6. Raise the roof ladder into vertical position.
7. Position the roof ladder securely leaning against climbing ladder.
8. Climb the ladder and appropriately shoulder the roof ladder.
9. Climb the ladder to appropriate height to remove the roof ladder.
10. Use the leg lock while placing the roof ladder.
11. Place the roof ladder so hooks secure to the roof ridge.
12. Lower the ladders and safely return to the apparatus.
13. Perform the task at a fireground pace.
Critical Errors P *F P *F
1. Perform an unsafe act which could result in injury to him/her or
the public.
2. Perform an act which did or could have damaged equipment.
Name: ________________________________
ID #: ________________________________
Date: ________________________________
Overall Grade: Pass Fail Start Time: End Time:
Evaluator #1 Signature Employee ID # Date
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: