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(2) Upon the employment of a firefighter, the employing agency shall report such employment to the Bureau of Fire Standards and Training (hereinafter the �Bureau�) within 10 business days after the first day of employment.

Specific Authority 633.45(2)(a) FS. Law Implemented 633.35(2), 633.45(2)(i) FS. History�New 6-30-91, Amended 3-20-95, 12-10-01, Formerly 4A-37.0335, Amended 3-19-09.

69A-37.0336 Application Process Certificate of Compliance.

(1) An applicant shall make application for a certificate of compliance on form DFS-K4-1016, effective January 1, 2009, adopted and incorporated by reference in subsection 69A-37.039(2), F.A.C. The form can be obtained where indicated in subsection 69A-37.039(1), F.A.C. The applicant is encouraged to submit the application electronically.

(2) Within 30 days of receipt of the application, the Bureau shall notify the applicant of the actions necessary for the application to be deemed complete. The notification shall be in writing and provided either electronically or by U. S. Mail.

(3) The application shall be deemed complete when all of the information requested in the application has been provided, the application blanks are all filled in, the results of the criminal history background check have been provided, the required fees are paid, and when the applicant has successfully completed the examination process as prescribed by the Bureau.

(4) The application shall be granted or denied within 90 days of the date the application is deemed complete. The applicant shall be notified of the decision in writing, which shall include a notice of rights and election of proceedings.

Specific Authority 633.45(2)(a) FS. Law Implemented 633.35(2), 633.45(2)(a) FS. History�New 3-19-09.

69A-37.034 High School Education Requirement.

(1) Pursuant to Section 633.35(2), F.S., the high school education requirement of Section 633.34(1), F.S., must be met prior to receiving a certificate of compliance as a firefighter.

(2) The Division of State Fire Marshal, Bureau of Fire Standards and Training shall consider a high school diploma or transcript evidencing graduation from an accredited private or public school as proof of high school education.

(3) The Bureau of Fire Standards and Training shall consider successful completion of the General Educational Development (G.E.D.) test, including United States Armed Forces Institute (U.S.A.F.I.) tests, to be the equivalent of a high school diploma.

(4) In the absence of proof of successful high school completion or General Educational Development (G.E.D.) test, the Bureau of Fire Standards and Training will recognize an associate degree or transcript showing verification of successful completion of two (2) years of college work from any state accredited institution as satisfying this requirement.

(5) High school completion certificates or certificates of attendance will not be recognized by the Bureau of Fire Standards and Training as meeting the requirements of a high school diploma under this rule.

(6) In addition to a high school diploma, or its equivalent, applicants shall supply proof of age to the Bureau of Fire Standards and Training in the form of a birth certificate, driver�s license or other official identification.

Specific Authority 633.45(2)(a) FS. Law Implemented 633.34(1), 633.35(2) FS. History�New 9-7-81, Formerly 4A-37.02, 4A-37.34, Amended 11-26-85, 1-3-90, 3-20-95, Formerly 4A-37.034.

69A-37.036 Determination of Moral Character.

(1) Applicants for a certificate of compliance as a firefighter shall submit fingerprints for the purpose of conducting a criminal background check. Determination of good moral character is required prior to certification as a firefighter pursuant to Sections 633.34(3) and 633.35(2), F.S.

(2) The Bureau shall consider the results of the fingerprint procedure outlined in Section 633.34(3), F.S., in making a determination as to the applicant�s good moral character, and shall not certify anyone not meeting the conditions of Section 633.34, F.S.

Specific Authority 633.45(2)(a) FS. Law Implemented 633.34(3), 633.35(2), 633.45(2)(a) FS. History�New 9-7-81, Formerly 4A-37.04, 4A-37.36, Amended 11-26-85, 1-3-90, 3-20-95, 12-10-01, Formerly 4A-37.036, Amended 3-19-09.

69A-37.037 Firefighter Training Course Medical Examination.

(1) Pursuant to Section 633.34(5), F.S., an individual shall submit to the Bureau a medical examination evidencing good physical condition in order to gain admission into a firefighter training program. A medical examination evidencing good physical condition shall be submitted to the Bureau, on form DFS-K-1022, incorporated by reference in subsection 69A-37.039(2), F.A.C., before an individual is admitted into a firefighter training program as defined in Section 633.35, F.S.

(2) The medical examination, based upon the job and task functions of a firefighter as outlined in NFPA 1582-5.1, 2007 Edition, adopted and incorporated herein by reference, shall be given by a physician, surgeon, or physician assistant licensed to practice in the State of Florida pursuant to Chapter 458, F.S.; an osteopathic physician, surgeon, or physician assistant licensed to practice in the State of Florida pursuant to Chapter 459, F.S.; or an advanced registered nurse practitioner licensed to practice in the State of Florida pursuant to Chapter 464, F.S. An individual shall receive this examination within six months of the scheduled starting date of the firefighting program. Without a completed DFS-K4-1022, an individual will not be allowed to attend training or test for certification.

Specific Authority 633.45(2)(a) FS. Law Implemented 633.34(5) FS. History�New 9-7-81, Formerly 4A-37.05, 4A-37.37, Amended 11-26-85, 1-3-90, 6-30-91, 3-20-95, 12-10-01, Formerly 4A-37.037, Amended 1-2-06, 3-19-09.

69A-37.0385 Termination of Employee.

Upon the termination of employment of a firefighter, the employing agency shall forward to the Bureau of Fire Standards and Training a completed Form DI4-1033, entitled �Notice of Termination as a Firefighter.� This form shall be forwarded within ten (10) business days after date of termination. Form DI4-1033 is incorporated by reference in subsection 69A-37.039(2), F.A.C., and can be obtained where indicated in subsection 69A-37.039(1), F.A.C.

Specific Authority 633.45(2)(a) FS. Law Implemented 633.45(2)(i) FS. History�New 6-30-91, Amended 3-20-95, 12-10-01, Formerly 4A-37.0385.

69A-37.039 Prescribed Forms for Training and Certification.

(1) Information required by the Bureau in this chapter shall be furnished on-line at www.floridastatefirecollege.org. The information required at www.floridastatefirecollege.org is based on prescribed forms set forth below and incorporated herein. The forms can also be obtained:

(a) From fire departments or training centers,

(b) By writing to the Bureau, 11655 North West Gainesville Road, Ocala, Florida 34482-1486, or

(2) The following forms are hereby adopted and incorporated by reference in this rule:

(a) DFS-K4-1016 rev. 03/09, �Application for Firefighter Certification Examination�

(b) DFS-K4-1019 rev. 3/09, �Fee Information�

(d) DFS-K4-1026 rev. 03/09, �Roster of Students�

(e) DFS-K4-1033 rev. 03/09, �Fire Department Notice of Firefighter Hire/Termination or Supplemental Compensation Ineligibility�

(f) DFS-K4-1308 rev. 03/09, �Application for Firefighter Certification Retention Examination�

(g) DFS-K4-1309 rev. 03/09, �Preliminary Equivalency Application Firefighter Minimum Curriculum Requirements�

(h) DFS-K4-1390 rev. 03/09, �Application for Special Certificate of Compliance for Administrative & Command Head of a Fire/Rescue/EmergencyServices Organization�

(i) DFS-K4-1438 rev. 03/09, �Application for Fire Investigator I Examination�

(j) DFS-K4-1439 rev. 03/09, �Application for Fire Investigator II Certification�

(k) DFS-K4-1442 rev. 03/09, �Firefighters Supplemental Compensation Program Request for Upgrade from Associate Level to Bachelor Level�

(l) DFS-K4-1446 rev. 03/09, �Application for Firesafety Inspector II Certification�

(m) DFS-K4-1447 rev. 03/09, �Application for Fire Officer I Examination�

(n) DFS-K4-1448 rev. 03/09, �Application for Fire Officer II Certification�

(o) DFS-K4-1451 rev. 03/09, �Application for Fire Instructor I Certification�

(p) DFS-K4-1452 rev. 03/09, �Application for Fire Instructor II Certification�

(q) DFS-K4-1453 rev. 03/09, �Application for Fire Instructor III Certification�

(r) DFS-K4-1455 rev. 03/09, �Application for Single Course Exemption�

(s) DFS-K4-1456 rev. 03/09, �Application for Fire and Lifesafety Educator Certification Examination�

(t) DFS-K4-1457 rev. 03/09, �Application for Fire Apparatus Pump Operator Examination�

(u) DFS-K4-1459 rev. 03/09, �Application for Special Firesafety Inspector Examination�

(v) DFS-K4-1023 rev. 03/09, �Application for Firesafety Inspector I Examination.�

Specific Authority 633.45(2)(a) FS. Law Implemented 633.34, 633.35, 633.38, 633.45, 633.046, 633.101(1) FS. History�New 9-7-81, Formerly 4A-37.20, 4A-37.39, Amended 11-26-85, 1-3-90, 6-30-91, 3-20-95, 9-13-98, 12-10-01, Formerly 4A-37.039, Amended 3-19-09.

PART II TRAINING AND CERTIFICATION

69A-37.050 Types of Training Certificates Issued.

(1) Certificate of Compliance. This certificate is issued to any person satisfactorily complying with the training program and standards required by Section 633.35(1), F.S., and the qualifications for employment in Section 633.34, F.S. except Section 633.34(5), F.S., as provided in Section 633.35(2) or 633.35(3), F.S., and these rules.

(2) Certificate of Competency. This certificate is issued to any person who successfully completes and meets the prescribed curriculum and standards for advanced and specialized training courses established by Section 633.38(1)(a), F.S.

(3) Certificate of Instruction. This certificate is issued to any person who successfully completes any course of instruction provided by the Division of State Fire Marshal through the Bureau of Fire Standards and Training.

(4) Forestry Certificate of Compliance. This certificate is issued to any person satisfactorily complying with the training program and standards required by Section 633.35(5), F.S., and these rules.

(5) Special Certificate of Compliance. This certificate is issued to administrative heads of organizations who satisfactorily complete the requirements of Section 633.35(3), F.S., and these rules.

Specific Authority 633.45(2)(a) FS. Law Implemented 633.34, 633.35(1), (2), (3), (5), 633.45(1)(c) FS. History�New 9-7-81, Formerly 4A-37.13, 4A-37.50, Amended 11-26-85, 1-3-90, 3-20-95, 12-10-01, Formerly 4A-37.050.

69A-37.0527 Retention of Certification.

(1) The examination for retention of certificate referenced in Section 633.352, F.S., shall be known as the retention examination. Being active as a volunteer firefighter with an organized fire department means the individual has been actively involved for a continuous period of time of not less than 6 months during the 3 year period since certified or the certification was last renewed, or since termination from a fire department. Verification of being active shall be evidenced by documentation from the chief or ranking person of the volunteer fire department.

(2) To be eligible to participate in the retention examination, an individual shall apply on-line at www.florida statefirecollege.org, or submit to the Bureau Form DFS-K4-1308, �Application for Firefighter Certification Retention Examination�, which is adopted in subsection 69A-37.039(2), F.A.C., and can be obtained where indicated in subsection 69A-37.039(1), F.A.C., which shall include a medical examination in accordance with Rule 69A-37.037, F.A.C. An individual shall not participate in the practical examination unless a completed Form DFS-K4-1022 is on file with the Bureau.

(3) To be eligible to participate in the retention examination, an individual must submit fingerprints in accordance with Rule 69A-37.036, F.A.C.

(4) The Bureau, or its designee, will schedule the date and time for all retention examinations.

(5) Each individual will be required to wear N.F.P.A. labeled helmet, fire coat, bunker pants, boots, protective hood, self-contained breathing aparatus (�SCBA�), mask, personal alert safety system (�PASS device�) and gloves. Such equipment shall be in operating condition to enter a hazardous environment and comply with the NFPA edition noted on the label, tag or design.

(6) Any individual who does not obtain a passing score of 70% or more on the retention examination will be permitted one opportunity to repeat the examination. The examination must be repeated within 6 months of the original examination or the opportunity is forfeited.

(7) Failure to pass the examination within the timeframes set forth above will result in the individual�s having to successfully complete Firefighter training as defined in Rule 69A-37.055, F.A.C., before a new application and additional testing can occur.

Specific Authority 633.38(1)(a), 633.45(2)(a) FS. Law Implemented 633.35, 633.38, 633.45 FS. History�New 12-10-01, Formerly 4A-37.0527, Amended 3-19-09.

69A-37.054 Out of State Training � Certificate of Compliance; Special Certificate of Compliance.

(1) Certificate of Compliance.

(a)1. To qualify to take the examination for a certificate of compliance, the individual must submit:

a. A completed Form DFS-K4-1309 �Preliminary Equivalency Application for Firefighter Minimum Curriculum Requirements,� which is incorporated by reference in subsection 69A-37.039(2), F.A.C., and can be obtained where indicated in subsection 69A-37.039(1), F.A.C.

b. A completed Form DFS-K4-1016 �Application for Firefighter Certification Examination,� which is incorporated by reference in subsection 69A-37.039(2), F.A.C., and can be obtained where indicated in subsection 69A-37.039(1), F.A.C.

c. Form DFS-K4-1022, �Medical Examination,� completed in accordance with Rule 69A-37.037, F.A.C.

d. A copy of a high school diploma in accordance with Rule 69A-37.034, F.A.C.

e. Fingerprints in accordance with Rule 69A-37.036, F.A.C.

f. The appropriate fee in accordance with subsection 69A-37.050(6), F.A.C.

2. In order for a person to be eligible to be tested, a complete application must be received by the Bureau not less than 10 business days prior to the scheduled examination date for review, verification, and approval.

(b) The Bureau shall issue a certificate of compliance to any qualified person who:

1. Successfully passes the written and practical examination as required by Rule 69A-37.056, F.A.C. This examination is given during February, May, September, and November and is administered only at the Florida State Fire College.

2. Meets the other requirements of Section 633.35(2), F.S.; and

3. Complies with the requirements of this section.

(c) Only one opportunity to repeat the examination is permitted and must be taken within 6 months of the initial examination date or be forfeited. Failure to pass the examination within this timeframe will result in the individual�s having to successfully complete the Firefighter training as defined in Rule 69A-37.055, F.A.C., before any additional testing can occur.

(d) The individual must be pre-registered not less than 10 business days prior to the date of the examination.

(2) Special Certificate of Compliance.

(a) The Bureau shall issue a special certificate of compliance to an individual from another state who provides proof of employment as the Administrative and Command Head of the fire/rescue/emergency services organization of an employing agency as defined in Section 633.30, F.S., and who meets all the requirements of this subsection. The Administrative and Command Head of a fire/rescue/emergency services organization is permitted to hold the title of director, fire chief, or other title. This individual is permitted to respond to emergency incidents with ultimate onsite management, command, and supervisory authority over employees engaged in operations involving fire, hazardous materials, building collapse, confined space rescue, and other emergency operations.

(b) Any person making application for a special certificate of compliance as the designated Administrative and Command Head of an organization must, successfully pass the written examinations, submit all the documents, and meet all the requirements of this subsection, with the exception of the completion of the practical portion of the examination and the requirements of Rule 69A-37.037, F.A.C. The applicant shall also:

1. Successfully pass the Certificate of Competence examination for Fire Officer I as administered by the Bureau;

2. Complete a course of instruction of at least six hours presented by the Bureau which shall include:

a. Chapter 633, F.S., �Fire Prevention and Control� and the applicable rules;

b. Chapter 447, F.S., �Labor Organizations� and the applicable rules;

c. The State Emergency Response Plan, and Florida Field Operations Guide;

d. Chapter 286, F.S., known as the �Sunshine Law�, and Chapter 119, F.S., known as the �Public Records Law.�

3. Submit a completed Form DFS-K4-1016 �Application for Firefighter Certification Examination,� which is incorporated by reference in subsection 69A-37.039(2), F.A.C., and can be obtained where indicated in subsection 69A-37.039(1), F.A.C.

4. Submit a completed Form DFS-K4-1309 �Preliminary Equivalency Application Firefighter Minimum Curriculum Requirements,� which is incorporated by reference in subsection 69A-37.039(2), F.A.C., and can be obtained where indicated in subsection 69A-37.039(1), F.A.C.

5. Submit a copy of a medical examination taken within 6 months from the date the application for certification was received by the Bureau of Fire Standards and Training, with the results of the examination indicated on a completed Form DI4-1022 �Medical Examination,� which is incorporated by reference in Rule 69A-37.039, F.A.C.

6. Submit a copy of the applicant�s high school diploma or its equivalent.

7. Submit the required fingerprint card, fingerprint card processing fee, and application fee.

8. Submit a completed Form DI4-1020, �Personal Inquiry Waiver,� which is incorporated by reference in subsection 69A-37.039(2), F.A.C., and can be obtained where indicated in subsection 69A-37.039(1), F.A.C.

9. Submit a completed Form DI4-1390 �Application for Special Certificate of Compliance for Administrative & Command Head of a Fire/Rescue/Emergency Services Organization,� which is incorporated by reference in subsection 69A-37.039(2), F.A.C., and can be obtained where indicated in subsection 69A-37.039(1), F.A.C.

(c) The special certificate of compliance will be assigned a registration number identifying the holder as the Administrative and Command Head of the organization.

(d) The special certificate of compliance is permitted to be transferred with the Administrative and Command Head to another fire/rescue/emergency services organization if a comparable position is held by the special certificate holder with the new organization.

(e) The special certificate of compliance shall be revoked upon the termination of the holder of the special certificate of compliance as the Administrative and Command Head of a fire/rescue/emergency services organization.

(f) Should the holder thereafter hold a position in any firefighter capacity other than Administrative and Command Head, the requirements of this section as they pertain to firefighters shall apply.

(g) This special certificate is optional and the individual is permitted to choose to obtain the certificate of compliance for firefighters as provided in this rule.

(h) Only one retake of the examination is permitted and must be taken within 6 months of the initial examination date.

Specific Authority 633.45(2)(a) FS. Law Implemented 633.45(1)(a) FS. History�New 9-7-81, Formerly 4A-37.11, 4A-37.54, Amended 11-26-85, 1-3-90, 6-30-91, 3-20-95, 12-9-96, 12-10-01, Formerly 4A-37.054, Amended 3-19-09.

69A-37.055 Curriculum Requirements for Training Firefighter Recruits or Firefighters.

(1) The firefighter training embodied in the curriculum requirements for schools operated by or for any employing agency for the specific purpose of training firefighter recruits or firefighters shall consist of 206 hours of training to complete Part I (equivalent to NFPA Firefighter I compliant) and an additional 192 hours to complete Part II (equivalent to NFPA Firefighter II compliant) training. Completion of both Part I and Part II represents the required 398 hours referred to collectively hereinafter as the �Minimum Standards Course� which is required to be certified as a firefighter. The individual courses shall have the titles, content, and at least the minimum hours of instruction prescribed by the Bureau in this rule. Part I completion shall be documented when the required coursework identified in this section has been completed. These courses shall be delivered by an instructor approved by the Bureau. A score of 70 % or more must be achieved on each of a written and practical examination deliverd by the Bureau. Part I curriculum may be delivered by a recognized fire department. The school or employing agency is permitted and encouraged to offer additional training above that training required by this chapter for firefighter recruit training.

(2) Curriculum requirements. The Bureau will develop and maintain an objective-based curriculum addressing the topics contained in this subsection. Such curriculum shall be available electronically through the Division of State Fire Marshal�s website and by email upon request. The curriculum will list each topic area, the required hours, and the objectives. The curriculum will be maintained by the Bureau.

(a) Part I of the curriculum, consisting of 206 hours of knowledge and skill-based training, will include:

1. Orientation. Orientation is a pre-class meeting to cover the following topics:

a. Outline of Training Program.

b. Student Duties & Responsibilities.

c. Testing Procedures.

d. Familiarization with the Training Provider.

e. Responsibilities of the Training Provider.

f. Study Habits.

g. Personnel Policies of the Training Provider.

h. NFPA 1582, �Standard on Medical Requirements for Fire Fighters�, 2007 Edition.

2. Chapter 5 of NFPA Standard 1001, �Fire Fighter Professional Qualifications�, 2008 Edition, hereby adopted and incorporated by reference. Copies of NFPA publications can be obtained from the National Fire Protection Association, Inc., 1 Batterymarch Park, Quincy, Massachusetts 02269-9101.

3. Incident Command.

4. Wildland Fire Fighting.

5. Fire Department Terminology.

6. Emergency Driving, Sections 316.126 and 316.2398, F.S.

7. Rule Chapter 69A-37, F.A.C.

8. Physical Fitness Education.

9. Physical Fitness Training.

10. EMS First Responder � Current Certification as an emergency medical technician or paramedic, or successful completion of a USDOT first responder course will substitute for this area. Documentation of current certification or completion shall be submitted prior to completion of this curiculum.

11. Awareness and operational Level Hazardous Materials.

12. Examinations: each portion of the outline shall be the subject of both a written and a performance test to obtain the best measure of learning.

13. Course Review.

(b) Part II of the curriculum, consisting of 192 hours of knowledge and skill-based training, which together with Part I totals 398 hours, will include:

l. Chapter 6 of NFPA Standard 1001, �Fire Fighter Professional Qualifications�, 2008 Edition, adopted and incorporated herein by reference. Copies of NFPA publications can be obtained from the National Fire Protection Association, Inc., 1 Batterymarch Park, Quincy, Massachusetts 02269-9101.

2. Florida Specific Requirements.

a. Structural Collapse Awareness.

b. Examinations: each portion of the outline shall be the subject of a test, both academic and performance, to obtain the best measure of learning.

c. Course Review.

d. Statewide Emergency Response.

e. Thermal Imaging � (TIC).

f. Positive Pressure Ventilation.

g. Company Evolutions � Engine.

h. Company Evolutions � Ladder.

i. Company Evolutions � Combined Operations.

j. Air Monitoring � CO, LEL, O2 � SCBA.

k. New Challenges.

l. Firefighter Safety and Survival.

m. Physical Fitness Training.

Specific Authority 633.45(2)(a) FS. Law Implemented 633.45(1)(a), (b) FS. History�New 9-7-81, Formerly 4A-37.10, 4A-37.55, Amended 11-26-85, 1-3-90, 6-30-91, 3-20-95, 12-10-01, Formerly 4A-37.055, Amended 3-19-09.

69A-37.056 Specifications for Certifiable Training.

To be recognized for certification as a firefighter by the Bureau, training shall be obtained under the conditions specified herein. Satisfactory completion of the prescribed training, instruction, and standards in accordance with these specifications shall be certified by a designated instructor or member of the Bureau staff.

(1) Part I curriculum set forth in paragraph 69A-37.055(2)(a), F.A.C., taught independent of Part II curriculum set forth in paragraph 69A-37.055(2)(b), F.A.C., may be conducted through fire departments or facilities other than approved training centers, but must be compliant to or have access to all facilities, equipment, and instructors required for the delivery of the curriculum, in accordance with Rule 69A-37.060, F.A.C. Curriculum set forth in paragraphs 69A-37.055(2)(a) and (b), F.A.C., taught as the Minimum Standards Course shall be taught at a facilitity approved pursuant to Rule 69A-37.060, F.A.C. Alternative delivery techniques including mentoring and/or blended learning (traditional classroom with computer based training must be approved by the Bureau and provide for verified complete compliance to the skill and knowledge objectives).

(2) The training shall be given by instructors certified by the Bureau.

(3) All subjects listed in the Minimum Standards Course shall be included in the curriculum.

(4) Each student enrolled in Minimum Standards Course shall receive instruction and training in every course subject of the curriculum. Knowledge-based curriculum shall not be less than the number of hours specified for each subject. Skill-based curriculum hours are based upon an ideal class size of 30 with a student to instructor ratio of one instructor for every six students, and a student to equipment ratio of one piece or set of equipment for every six students. Hours may be adjusted according to the actual class ratio.

(5)(a) One aspect of training is psychomotor skills development, which includes the demonstrated ability to perform individually and as a member of a team or group all tasks and operations associated with the training in a manner which does not present a threat to the safety of the trainee, co-workers, or others and which contributes to the successful achievement of the purpose for which the task or operation is being performed.

(b) If, in the professional opinion of the instructors, the student does not possess the qualities necessary to satisfactorily perform psychomotor tasks, the student shall be dropped from the training program.

(6) Each subject area within the Minimum Standards Course will be tested to validate the acquisition and application of relevant knowledge and skill. All subject area and final tests, both written and practical, given during the Minimum Standards Course shall require maintenance of a percentage score of not less than 70% on each subject listed in the Minimum Standards Course. If a minimum score of 70% is not achieved on any test, the student shall be afforded a one-time make up examination to achieve the required 70%. Students not in compliance with the minimum score requirement shall be dropped from the course.

(a) In order to sit for the state examination, the information required by Sections 633.34 and 633.35, F.S., must be furnished to the Bureau.

(b) State examinations, consisting of a written and a practical part, shall be administered by a Field Representative of the Bureau, or designee, and shall encompass all components of the Minimum Standards Course. The applicant must attain a score of 70 percent on both the written and practical examinations to receive a certificate of compliance.

(c) The state practical examination will be administered at the local training facility. Whenever possible, the Bureau will schedule the state examination date at the convenience of the training facility. The written examination will be administered electronically at the local training center facility or local testing center if the training center lacks the capacity to support electronic testing.

(7) In general classroom work, the number of students per certified instructor will be determined by the instructor on the basis of complexity of the subject.

(8) In demonstrations involving the use of equipment and performance of tasks under non-hazardous conditions, whether in the classroom or in the field, there shall be no less than one certified instructor for each ten students.

(9) In field work under conditions considered hazardous there shall be not less than one certified instructor for each six students, but in no case shall there be less than two certified instructors. The instructors shall be placed to oversee the safety and effectiveness of the training. Live Fire Training shall be conducted in accordance with Rule 69A-37.405, F.A.C.

(10) In those instances in which the normal scheduled time does not allow for compliance with the foregoing limitations, the time allotted to those classes shall be extended as necessary to ensure compliance with the intent and purpose of these rules.

Specific Authority 633.45(2)(a) FS. Law Implemented 633.35(2) FS. History�New 9-7-81, Formerly 4A-37.16, 4A-37.56, Amended 11-26-85, 1-3-90, 6-30-91, 3-20-95, 12-10-01, Formerly 4A-37.056, Amended 3-19-09.

69A-37.057 Roster of Students.

During the first week of training for the Minimum Standards Course, a roster of students shall be electronically forwarded to the Bureau, with all supporting paperwork (i.e., release of a building to burn, if applicable; any required affidavits for use of other facilities or equipment; pre-certification paperwork, or verification that said pre-certification paperwork has been received by the Bureau for students enrolled in class) as evidence of students who are enrolled in approved training programs. State examination dates will not be scheduled until such time as all documents are received and approved by the Bureau. The roster can be completed online at www.floridastatefirecollege.org.

Specific Authority 633.45(2)(a) FS. Law Implemented 633.45(1) FS. History�New 9-7-81, Formerly 4A-37.17, 4A-37.57, Amended 11-26-85, 1-3-90, 6-30-91, 3-20-95, Formerly 4A-37.057, Amended 3-19-09.

69A-37.058 Verification of Prescribed Training Hours.

(1) At the completion of the Minimum Training Course, on the date of the state certification examination, the instructor-in-charge of the course shall present to the Bureau Field Representative Form DFS-K4-1028 �Verification of Prescribed Training Hours,� signed by each instructor who taught a specific subject, as listed on Form DFS-K4-1028.

(2) If Form DFS-K4-1028 is not available for the Bureau Field Representative, the state certification examination will not be administered.

Specific Authority 633.45(2)(a) FS. Law Implemented 633.45(1) FS. History�New 9-7-81, Formerly 4A-37.58, Amended 1-3-90, 6-30-91, 3-20-95, 12-10-01, Formerly 4A-37.058, Amended 3-19-09.

69A-37.059 Types of Instructor Certificates Issued.

This rule provides that the Bureau of Fire Standards and Training shall certify individuals to conduct training and education classes for fire service personnel. Upon satisfaction of the requirements listed under the respective categories, an applicant shall be awarded instructor certification appropriate to the applicant�s attainments and may teach designated subjects in the courses of training and education coming within the purview of the Bureau of Fire Standards and Training. The certificates to be awarded are as follows:

(1) Requirements for Instructor I Examination and Certification.

(a) Submission of the required application (Form DI4-1025), which is incorporated by reference in subsection 69A-37.039(2), F.A.C., and can be obtained where indicated in subsection 69A-37.039(1), F.A.C., with all supporting documentation and fees, to the Bureau of Fire Standards and Training.

(b) A minimum of six (6) years experience as a regular member of an organized fire department.

(d) Physical ability to perform the tasks associated with the training.

(f) Passing a state examination embracing the material covered in the Fire Service Course Delivery class with a score of seventy percent (70%) or higher.

Persons holding this certification may teach any classes in the program area(s) in which they are certified or hold a certificate of competency.

(2) Requirements for Instructor II Examination and Certification.

(a) Submission of the required application (Form DI4-1025), which is incorporated by reference in subsection 69A-37.039(2), F.A.C., and can be obtained where indicated in subsection 69A-37.039(1), F.A.C., documentation and fees, to the Bureau of Fire Standards and Training.

(b) A minimum of six (6) years experience as a regular member of an organized fire department.

(d) Physical ability to perform the tasks associated with the training.

(e) Successful completion of an approved Fire Service Course Delivery class of not less than forty (40) hours duration, as offered by the Florida State Fire College, or the equivalent as approved by the Bureau of Fire Standards and Training and successful completion of an approved Fire Service Course Design class of not less than forty (40) hours duration, as offered by the Florida State Fire College, or the equivalent as approved by the Bureau of Fire Standards and Training.

(f) Passing a state examination embracing the material covered in the Fire Service Course Delivery and the Fire Service Course Design courses with a score of seventy percent (70%) or higher. Persons holding this certification may teach any class which is recognized as part of the curriculum established and developed by the Bureau of Fire Standards and Training, provided the instructor can verify successful completion of the same course by certificate or transcript.

(3) Requirements for Instructor III Certification.

(b) A minimum of six (6) years experience as a regular member of an organized fire department.

(d) Physical ability to perform the tasks associated with the training.

(e) Successful completion of an approved Fire Service Course Delivery class of not less than forty (40) hours duration, as offered by the Florida State Fire College or the equivalent as approved by the Bureau of Fire Standards and Training and successful completion of an approved Fire Service Course Design class of not less than forty (40) hours duration, as offered by the Florida State Fire College or the equivalent as approved by the Bureau of Fire Standards and Training. Persons holding this certification may teach any class which is recognized as part of the curriculum established and developed by the Bureau of Fire Standards and Training, provided the instructor can verify successful completion of the same course by certificate or transcript.

(4) Requirements for Single Course Exemption Certification.

(b) Submission of letter requesting the exemption with detailed description of credentials or experience to be considered along with proof of same.

(d) Credentials review by Standards section.

(e) Extensive experience consisting of documentable proof of subject matter expertise as a result of at least five (5) years of experience directly related to the subject or a bachelor�s degree related to the subject, or a combination of both such experience and education to equal the required documentable proof set forth in this paragraph in a field directly related to the subject.

Persons holding this exemption are eligible to teach only the single course specified. This exemption will be granted upon review for recognition of extensive experience or education/training in the subject area.

(5) Requirements for Instructor Examination.

(a) In order for a person to be eligible to be tested, the required paperwork must be received by the Bureau of Fire Standards and Training not less than ten (10) business days prior to the requested examination date for review, verification and approval.

(b) All testing will be accomplished at a Regional Testing Site.

(c) Retake examinations will be permitted at subsequent quarterly Regional Testing Sites or monthly at the Florida State Fire College.

(d) Application for retesting must be received by the Bureau of Fire Standards and Training not less than ten (10) business days prior to the requested examination date.

(6) Triennial Renewal of Instructor Certification.

(a) Instructor Certification must be renewed every three (3) years.

(b) Should the applicant fail to meet the prerequisite training requirements specified below for renewal, the applicant must qualify for and successfully pass the required state examination for the instructor certification requested.

(c) The Bureau of Fire Standards and Training shall notify the certified instructor that the applicant�s certification is due for renewal approximately thirty (30) days prior to the expiration of the Instructor Certification.

(d) The Certified Instructor shall submit the renewal application to the Bureau of Fire Standards and Training specifying whether the renewal is to be based on completion of a course or attendance at workshops or seminars.

1. Course � Have successfully completed an approved course of instruction in a curriculum related to instructor improvement.

a. This course shall be forty (40) class hours in duration or the equivalent in Continuing Education Units (CEU�s).

b. Verification of successful completion of the course shall be included with the renewal application. Acceptable forms of verification include copies of certificates and college transcripts.

2. Workshops or Seminars � In the absence of completion of an approved course, the certification renewal shall be based upon attendance at a workshop or seminar related to the subject of certification which shall be a cumulative total of not less than forty (40) contact hours in duration.

a. Any person whose certification is not renewed cannot function as an instructor as defined herein.

b. It is the responsibility of the certified instructor to notify the Bureau of Fire Standards and Training of any address changes in writing.

(7) Probation and Revocation of Instructor Certification.

(a) The Bureau of Fire Standards and Training of the Division of State Fire Marshal may place on probation any instructor whose students exhibit a lack of knowledge or skill in subject courses taught by such instructor, which shall be evidenced by a high student failure rate during participation in state administered examinations. A high student failure rate which comes to the attention of the Bureau will be analyzed to determine relationships between an individual instructor and his students� performance. If an instructor�s students continue to exhibit high failure rates on state examinations in the subject matter taught by the instructor, a letter of concern will be provided to the instructor allowing an opportunity for explanation. In the absence of an explanation which accounts for the high student failure rate, the instructor will be placed on probation during which the instructor will be required to teach students at a level high enough to increase the pass rate.

(b) The certificate of an instructor shall be revoked if evidence is found that the certification was improperly issued by the Division or when evidence is found that the certification or triennial renewal of the certification was issued on the basis of false, incorrect, incomplete, or misleading information.

(c) The certification of an instructor shall be revoked if evidence is found that the instructor has issued or caused to be issued course credit or course completion for any person not qualified.

Specific Authority 633.45(2)(a) FS. Law Implemented 633.46, 633.45(1)(d) FS. History�New 9-7-81, Formerly 4A-37.15, 4A-37.59, Amended 11-26-85, 1-3-90, 6-30-91, 3-20-95, 12-10-01, Formerly 4A-37.059.

69A-37.060 Certification as an Approved Firefighter Recruit Training Facility.

(1) To be certified as an approved training facility, an installation or facility shall;

(a) Submit a request to the Bureau of Fire Standards and Training;

(b) Submit to an inspection by a Bureau of Fire Standards and Training Field Representative; and

(c) Have in its custody and readily available for use the required training structures, apparatus, and equipment listed in paragraphs (d) through (u) of this subsection.

(d) Have a fixed structure not less than two (2) stories in height with each floor not less than 400 net square feet (exclusive of hallways, stairways, balconies or vestibule areas), of masonry, reinforced concrete construction, or both, or other fire resistive material as approved by the Bureau of Fire Standards and Training, with all floors completely enclosed and suitable for smoke training with breathing equipment. With respect to the structure described in this paragraph, the following shall apply:

1. All floors shall be provided with window openings with sill height at least forty-two inches (42") above the top of the finished floor.

a. Window openings above the first floor shall be suitable for entry, exit, and rescue training from ground ladders.

b. No window openings shall be allowed in the walls containing the interior stairway.

c. Window closures such as shutters shall swing into the building, except for those in a burn room which shall always swing out.

2. The structure shall have an interior enclosed stairway connecting all floors and roof. Double handrails on stairways and guard rails around stair wells should be provided.

3. An exterior stairway of metal or masonry construction shall be provided, extending from first floor level, connecting all floors above the first floor. In lieu of an exterior stairway the structure shall be provided with an enclosed stairway designed to discharge directly to the outside at first floor level, with access from each floor above the first floor provided by means of an open air vestibule or by way of an exterior balcony.

4. All door openings shall be provided with fire doors with door rating consistent with the fire resistance rating of the wall wherein installed. Door locks, if provided, shall not require the use of a key, tool, special knowledge or effort for operating from the inside of the building.

5. At roof level, the entire perimeter of the roof shall be provided with a guard-rail or parapet wall or a combination parapet wall and guard rail and not less than forty-two inches (42") high measured vertically to the top of the wall or rail from the finished roof surface.

6. All floors shall be equipped with a standpipe outlet located in stairway enclosure.

a. Outlets shall be designed to supply two and one half (2 1/2") inch hose with water flow controlled by a hose valve.

b. A fire department standpipe connection shall be provided on an exterior first floor wall.

(e) Have a classroom with adequate lighting, heating, cooling and ventilation.

(f) Have the current types and classes of portable first aid fire extinguishers.

1. Minimum requirement is at least one of each of the following types of extinguishers for every four students:

a. Dry chemical,

b. Carbon dioxide, and

c. Pressurized water for use in portable extinguisher evolution.

2. Other representative types of portable first aid extinguishers shall be available for identification.

(g) Have pumper apparatus, owned or leased, or otherwise contracted for rated at not less than 750 G.P.M. and 150 p.s.i., with hose compartments sufficient to practice appropriate hydrant lay evolutions, fully equipped as prescribed in National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) Standard 1901, 1999 edition, chapter 4. The following changes to the equipment specified shall be adhered to:

1. Both hard suction and soft sleeve hose shall be provided,

2. Hand hose lines shall be limited to two and one half (2 1/2") inch and one and three-fourth (1 3/4") inch in size.

3. The following equipment shall also be provided:

a. DOT Emergency Response Guide Book, Current edition,

b. One fire service claw tool,

c. One Haligan type tool,

d. Four salvage covers,

e. Four hose straps,

f. Two shovels (1 square end and 1 scoop),

g. One 125-foot utility rope (not for lifesafety use),

h. One hose clamp,

i. One two and one half (2 1/2") inch siamese (1 male, 2 female connections) with clapper valves,

j. One hose jacket for two and one half (2 1/2") inch hose,

k. Two, two and one half (2 1/2") inch to one and one half (1 1/2") inch reducers, and

l. One hose hoist tool.

4. Pumpers shall be tested annually using the criteria of NFPA Standard 1911, 1997 edition.

5. All ladders used for training shall conform to the requirements of NFPA Standard 1931, 1999 edition and NFPA Standard 1932, 1999 edition.

(h) Have forcible entry and ventilation drill facilities, which shall include a means of practice on:

1. Doors,

2. Windows,

3. Roofs,

4. Floors, and

5. Partitions.

(i) These facilities are permitted to be included in the structure which is to be burned as part of the training if it is not a part of the regular training complex.

(j) The following forcible entry and ventilation tools are the minimum required:

1. Pick head axe,

2. Flat headed axe,

3. Pike poles,

4. Prying tools,

5. Haligan type tool,

6. Fire service claw tool,

7. Sledge hammer,

8. Bolt cutter,

9. Hand and power saws.

(k) Have salvage equipment to include:

1. Salvage covers and various sprinkler heads,

2. Scoops,

3. Squeegees,

4. Mops, and

5. Carryalls.

(l) Have two Class II life safety harnesses which include,

1. Two (2) life safety ropes (2 person rope) each not less than seventy-five feet (75') in length,

2. Two rescue carabiners that meet the requirements of NFPA Standard 1983, 2001 edition, which is hereby adopted and incorporated by reference and may be obtained by writing to the association, whose address is: National Fire Protection Association, Inc., 1 Batterymarch Park, Quincy, Massachusetts 02269-9101, for use in rope rescue training and in tying rescue knots, and

3. Additional rope of assorted length, diameter, and construction suitable for practice in knots and lashings.

(m) Have representative and approved breathing apparatus. Minimum of one (1) SCBA, positive pressure, NIOSH/MSHA approved, thirty (30) minute or longer rated service life, for every four students with sufficient spare cylinders, refill capabilities, or both, to enable at least twenty (20) minutes of protective breathing apparatus training per student.

(n) Have facilities for live fire training in:

1. An enclosed structure for simulated structural firefighting, minimum of 400 square feet, having at least two (2) rooms.

2. Flammable liquid fire facility, minimum of fifty (50) square feet, using at least one (1") inch of fuel floating on surface of water, per burn.

3. Liquefied petroleum or natural gas firefighting.

a. A liquefied petroleum (L.P.) gas field must be available with a 250‑gallon L.P. storage tank complete with shut-off valve and safety valve.

b. There must be a vapor line with cut-off valve, liquid line and cut-off valve.

c. All gas lines will be controlled by a certified instructor at a main control panel.

d. This shall be a permanent installation so it can be set on fire and the students using hand lines can approach the burning L.P. lines and tanks, and shut off the proper valves.

4. Automobile firefighting.

(o) Have the following reference and training materials.

1. International Fire Service Training Association (IFSTA) Manual Essentials of Firefighting, current edition, and

2. National Fire Academy program Initial Response to Hazardous Materials Incidents Student Manual for Course 1 � Basic Concepts and Course 2 � Concept Implementation in sufficient quantities available for each student provided by the training facility or available for purchase by the student.

3. A complete set of the IFSTA Manuals,

4. NFPA Fire Protection Handbook, current edition,

5. Copy of Chapter 633, F.S., and Division of State Fire Marshal Rule Chapter 69A-37, F.A.C., current edition, per training center.

6. IFSTA Manual Essentials of Firefighting for each instructor is required.

(p) Have the standard first aid supplies as required in First Aid Manual (American National Red Cross),

1. One Resusci-Anne or equivalent,

2. First Responder, current edition, in sufficient quantity to enable each student to have a copy, either provided by the training facility or available for purchase by the student.

(q) Have audio-visual aids. The following training aids, with compatible audio-visual equipment, are recommended:

1. Forcible Entry,

2. Fire Streams,

3. Automatic Fire Protection Systems and Devices,

4. Hose Lay Out Practices,

5. Hose Fittings and Appliances,

6. Personal Protective Equipment,

7. Ventilation Practices,

8. Fire Ground Search and Rescue,

9. Overhaul and Salvage Operations,

10. First Aid,

11. Ropes and Knots,

12. Portable Fire Extinguishers,

13. Fire Pumps,

14. Ground Ladders,

15. Water Supply,

16. Firefighter Safety,

17. Firefighting Tools and Equipment,

18. Hazardous Materials,

19. Fire Behavior,

20. Vehicle Extrication,

21. Building Construction,

22. Fire Control,

23. Fire Cause Determination,

24. Fire Alarm and Communication,

25. Fire Prevention and Public Education.

(r) Have a water supply. A minimum of 1 operational hydrant suitably located as to provide safe hose evolution practices.

(s) Have a training dummy of not less than 125 pounds to be used during rescue training.

(t) Have protective hoods that meet the requirements of NFPA 1971, Standard on Protective Clothing for Structural Fire Fighting, 2000 Edition, provided by the training center or made available for purchase, and shall be used by each student engaged in live fire training.

(u) Each student, while engaged in live fire training, shall use a Personal Alert Safety System (PASS) device which shall be provided by the training center.

(v) All referenced parts of the NFPA publications mentioned in this subsection are hereby adopted and incorporated by reference. Copies of the NFPA publications can be obtained from the National Fire Protection Association, Inc., 1 Batterymarch Park, Quincy, Massachusetts 02269-9101.

(2) Apparatus used for training shall not be an active in-service apparatus. A reserve pumper, without duty crew assigned, is acceptable. A pumper permanently assigned for training is ideal.

(3) When it has been determined that a Certified Training Center is not in compliance with the requirements of Rules 69A-37.055, 69A-37.056 and 69A-37.060, F.A.C., with reference to its responsibilities, as evidenced by an inspection conducted by a Bureau of Fire Standards and Training Field Representative, certification shall be revoked until the recorded deficiencies procedures, or both, have been corrected.

Specific Authority 633.45(2)(a) FS. Law Implemented 633.35, 633.38, 633.45 FS. History�New 9-7-81, Formerly 4A-37.18, 4A-37.60, Amended 11-26-85, 1-3-90, 6-30-91, 3-20-95, 12-10-01, Formerly 4A-37.060.

69A-37.062 Procedures for State Firefighter Certification Examination Day.

(1) Definitions. As used in this section:

(a) �Bureau� means the Bureau of Fire Standards and Training of the Division of State Fire Marshal, Department of Financial Services.

(b) �Examiner� means the person administering the examination.

(d) �SCBA� means self-contained breathing apparatus.

(e) �Training center� means the location at which the examination is being administered.

(2) Preparation for Examination.

(a)1. Training center staff shall have the apparatus and all equipment necessary for testing ready not later than 0730 hours on the morning of the state examination.

2. All tools specified in Rule 69A-37.060, F.A.C., are required at the testing site on the examination day.

3. It is recommended that two pallets be available for simulated roof or floor work.

(b) Training center staff shall have the participants present and prepared for testing not later than 0730 hours on the morning of the state examination.

(c) In the event of extreme or hazardous weather conditions that have the potential to compromise the effectiveness of the examination or expose the participants to injury, the examiner shall have full authority to postpone the examination to another date to be determined by the Bureau.

(3) Examination Sequence.

(a)1. Each participant shall be prepared to take any segment of the examination at any time during any day set for testing.

2. The weather and number of participants will be considerations that can alter the examination sequence.

(b) The examiner is permitted to administer the examination in any sequence the examiner deems necessary.

(4) Dress Code.

(a) All safety equipment, bunker gear, and other clothing as needed to participate in the state examination shall be furnished by the training center or the participant.

(b)1. Each participant shall wear at a minimum helmets, gloves, boots, and bunker pants while in the practical examination or staging area.

2. The examiner is permitted to designate a rehab area where participants are allowed to dress down.

(d) Any time the helmet is worn during practical testing:

1. The flap shall be down to protect the back of the neck.

2. Helmet straps shall be in place under the chin and tightened.

(e) The helmet face shield shall be down to protect the eyes and face at any time the participant is involved in testing or any other activity unless a SCBA face piece is worn.

(f) Hoods are required during testing for proper donning of the SCBA and when participating in an evolution requiring the use of the SCBA.

(g) Sunglasses shall not be worn by participants in the practical examination area or in the classroom unless they are corrective prescription lenses.

(5) General Procedures.

(a)1. Each participant not involved in the examination or assisting with assigned duties shall be in a staging area.

2. Permission to leave the staging area for personal needs shall be requested of the examiner.

(b) While in the staging area, each participant shall remain standing, observing, and prepared to perform prescribed functions.

(c)1. The individual practical examinations are timed separately but the participant shall be prepared to begin upon reporting for each segment.

2. If a participant delays, the examiner shall inform the participant that the time will begin.

(d) Before and after taking his or her part of the practical examination, each participant shall assist in tasks assigned to the participant by the examiner or instructor in order to help the examination run safely and smoothly. Examiner or instructor supervision is required in these tasks.

(e)1. An examiner or instructor shall operate and pump each apparatus used on examination days.

2. The dress of the day shall be jump suit or work type uniform, and shoes or boots. Shorts, sandals, flip flops, and similar items of apparel or footwear are prohibited.

(f) Use of tobacco products by any state examiner or any state certified instructor is not permitted if such use can be viewed by any participant or other student.

(g)1. When invited, an instructor is permitted to accompany the examiner while the individual practical examination or team evolutions are being administered.

2. This instructor shall be properly attired, as directed by the examiner.

3. Each training center shall have an area designated as a staging area for visiting instructors.

(h) Equipment shall not be abused.

(i) Running is not permitted during the practical examination.

(j) No unauthorized personnel are permitted in any test area.

(k) No photographing, videotaping, or audiotaping of any test is permitted at any time under any circumstances.

(l) If an equipment malfunction occurs during the examination process, the participant will be stopped without penalty. After a reasonable recovery time the examiner will determine where and how the participant will restart the evaluation process.

(m) The face piece and hood shall be part of the personal protective ensemble any time the participant has the SCBA tank on the participant�s back.

(n) A Personal Alert Safety System (PASS) shall be worn when a SCBA is used.

(o) No verbal encouragement from any student or instructor shall be permitted during the practical examination.

(p) Any participant who is absent at the time the orientation begins for the practical portion of the Minimum Standards State Certification Examination shall be required to take that portion of the examination at the Florida State Fire College during regional testing.

(q) Any participant who is absent at the time of the orientation begins for the written portion of the Minimum Standards Certification Examination shall be required to take that portion of the examination at the Florida State Fire College during the regional testing.

(6) Makeup Examinations.

(a) Retests of written examinations are given quarterly at Regional Testing sites.

(b) Retests of practical examinations or retests of written and practical examinations are given quarterly at the campus of the Florida State Fire College.

(c) The retest of the Minimum Standards State Certification Examination must be taken within six (6) months of the initial examination date.

(d) A person reporting to the Florida State Fire College for a retest of the practical examination must have his or her own helmet, hood, gloves, boots, bunker coat, and bunker pants. It is recommended that each person bring his or her own SCBA.

(e) The dress code in effect at a training center on examination day applies during the Florida State Fire College regional retest examination.

(f) Safety: Firefighter safety is the paramount consideration of the Bureau.

Specific Authority 633.45 FS. Law Implemented 633.45 FS. History�New 12-10-01, Formerly 4A-37.062.

69A-37.063 Cheating.

(1) Any student who has been determined to have cheated on any test or examination administered under Chapter 633, F.S., this rule chapter, or Rule 69A-39, F.A.C., shall be required to retake the course for which the student was determined to have cheated before taking another examination.

(2) �Cheated on any test or examination� means intentionally using any unapproved means, method, technique, document, or instrumentality to take or challenge any test or examination administered by the Florida State Fire College.

(3) Any student alleged to have cheated on an examination against whom disciplinary action is sought is subject to proceedings under Chapter 120, F.S.

Specific Authority 633.45(1)(h) FS. Law Implemented 633.35(2), 633.45(1)(h) FS. History�New 12-10-01, Formerly 4A-37.063.

69A-37.064 Florida State Fire College.

(1) Purpose. The Florida State Fire College, hereinafter referred to as the �College,� shall offer basic, intermediate, and advanced training and educational courses, develop educational curricula to be used by other fire-rescue training agencies, and conduct research into new methods and technologies related to fire-rescue activities.

(2) Categories of Programs. The College offers courses that fall into five general categories: academic, certification, certificate of competency, vocational, and non-credit.

(a) Academic program courses are defined as those courses at the college level, either lower division (freshman or sophomore) or upper division (junior or senior). The College offers these programs through approved articulation agreements with accredited colleges and universities.

(b) Certification program courses are defined as those courses whose completion is required prior to testing for State Certification in a program area.

(c) Certificate of competency program courses are defined as those courses whose completion is required prior to a state examination for competency in a program area.

(d) Vocational courses are defined as courses at the post-secondary level that provide skill development and professional development training.

(e) Non-credit programs are defined as continuing education short courses, specialty programs, seminars, symposia, and conferences designed to enhance or refresh previous training or to introduce new topics.

(3) Organization and Documentation of Programs.

(a) Programs are defined as a series of two (2) or more courses leading to a point of completion.

(b) Courses are defined as a series of class meetings on a defined topic leading to a point of completion.

(d) The College, upon request, issues student transcripts that provide a complete history of all work attempted or successfully completed at the College.

(4) College Registration and Fees.

(a) All prospective students shall submit a completed course application form and acceptable proof of payment before being enrolled in any course.

(b) The College sets minimum and maximum class sizes for all courses.

1. Any course that does not have the minimum number of students enrolled by an established cutoff date shall be canceled.

2. Students shall be denied entry into a course that has already reached its maximum number of enrolled students.

(d) If a student fails to appear for a course at its first meeting, all prepayment for that course shall be forfeited. If the student provides advance written notice of nonattendance, the student shall receive a refund.

(e) The College shall withhold certificates, transcripts, and any other official documents for students who are in arrears for any tuition, books, fees, or ancillary services until such arrearages are paid in full.

(f) The College sets its tuition, fees, and prices at such a level as to recover reasonable costs and operate with fiscal responsibility.

(5) College Faculty.

(a) Each full-time and part-time instructor, either teaching at the College or teaching on behalf of the College at a remote location, shall possess appropriate teaching credentials for the course being delivered.

(b) The College maintains credential records on all full-time and part-time instructors. These credential records include copies of degrees, college transcripts, instructor certificates, and other documentation required to show subject matter expertise.

(6) Programs of Study.

(a) The College shall establish and revise programs of study leading to various levels of certification.

(b) The college shall also develop and revise individual courses to meet the needs of the state�s fire and emergency service providers.

Specific Authority 633.45(2)(a) FS. Law Implemented 633.45(1)(d) FS. History�New 12-10-01, Formerly 4A-37.064.

69A-37.065 Programs of Study and Vocational Courses.

The following programs of study are developed and revised by the Florida State Fire College, pursuant to Sections 633.45 and 633.081, F.S.:

(1) Fire Apparatus Pump Operator Program. This program is intended to prepare students for service as fire department driver-engineers or equivalent positions.

(a) Length of Program. This program consists of not less than two courses, vocational or academic, of at least 80 hours of classroom instruction or the equivalent of interactive instruction, as approved by the Bureau of Fire Standards and Training.

(b) Content of Program. The program includes coursework in hydraulics for the fire service and fire apparatus pumping operations.

1. An Instructor I shall hold a state certificate of competency for Fire Apparatus Pump Operator.

2. An Instructor II or III may teach providing he or she has successfully completed the course.

(d) Requirements for Certificate of Competency:

1. Successful completion of all required course work.

2. Passing a state examination with a score of 70% or higher.

3. Submission of the required application (Form DI4-1457), which is incorporated by reference in paragraph 69A-37.039(2)(hh), F.A.C., and can be obtained where indicated in subsection 69A-37.039(1), F.A.C., with all supporting documentation and fees, to the Bureau of Fire Standards and Training.

(2) Fire Officer Program. This program is intended to prepare students for service as fire department lieutenants, captains or equivalent positions and consists of Fire Officer I and Fire Officer II certificates of competency.

(a) Fire Officer I.

1. Length of Program.

a. This program consists of no fewer than seven (7) courses, vocational or academic, of at least 280 hours or the equivalent of interactive instruction, as approved by the Bureau of Fire Standards and Training.

b. Effective July 1, 2001 this program shall increase to eight courses of at least 320 hours or the equivalent of interactive instruction, as approved by the Bureau of Fire Standards and Training.

2. Content of Program.

a. The program includes coursework in firefighting tactics, leadership of fire companies, fire prevention techniques, fire protection systems, and instructional methodology.

b. After July 1, 2001, the program shall also include coursework in building construction and incident management.

3. Instructor Qualifications.

a. Instructor I must hold a state certificate of competency for Fire Officer I.

b. Instructor II or III may teach provided he or she has successfully completed the course.

4. Requirements for Certificate of Competency:

a. Successful completion of all required course work.

b. Passing a state examination with a score of 70% or higher.

c. Submission of the required application (Form DI4-1447), which is incorporated by reference in subsection 69A-37.039(2), F.A.C., and can be obtained where indicated in subsection 69A-37.039(1), F.A.C., with all supporting documentation and fees, to the Bureau of Fire Standards and Training.

(b) Fire Officer II.

1. Length of Program. This program consists of no fewer than eight courses, vocational or academic, of not less than 320 hours or the equivalent of interactive instruction, as approved by the Bureau of Fire Standards and Training.

2. Content of Program. The program includes coursework in business writing, computer literacy, fire chemistry, origin and cause, fire department administration, legal and ethical issues, fire service instruction and public education or public information.

3. Instructor Qualifications.

a. An Instructor I must hold a state certificate of competency as a Fire Officer II,

b. Instructor II or III may teach provided he or she has successfully completed the course.

4. Requirements for Certificate of Competency:

a. Successful completion of all required course work.

b. Review of credentials by the Standards section of the Bureau of Fire Standards and Training.

c. Must possess certificate for Fire Officer I.

d. Submission of the required application (Form DI4‑1448), which is incorporated by reference in subsection 69A-37.039(2), F.A.C., and can be obtained where indicated in subsection 69A-37.039(1), F.A.C., with all supporting documentation and fees, to the Bureau of Fire Standards and Training.

(3) Firesafety Inspector Program. This program is intended to prepare students for service as municipal fire inspectors or equivalent positions and consists of Firesafety Inspector I and Firesafety Inspector II.

(a) Firesafety Inspector I.

1. Length of Program. This program consists of no fewer than five courses, vocational or academic, of not less than 200 clock-hours.

2. Content of Program. The program includes coursework in fire prevention practices, fire protection systems, fire codes and standards, building construction, and review of building plans.

3. Instructor Qualifications.

a. An Instructor I must hold certification as a Firesafety Inspector I.

b. Instructor II or III may teach provided he or she has successfully completed the course.

4. Requirements for certification:

a. Successful completion of all required course work.

b. Passing a state examination with a score of 70% or higher.

c. Submission of the required application (Form DI4-1023), which is incorporated by reference in subsection 69A-37.039(2), F.A.C., and can be obtained where indicated in subsection 69A-37.039(1), F.A.C., with all supporting documentation and fees, to the Bureau of Fire Standards and Training.

(b) Firesafety Inspector II.

1. Length of Program. This program consists of no fewer than four courses, vocational or academic, of not less than 160 hours or the equivalent of interactive instruction, as approved by the Bureau of Fire Standards and Training.

2. Content of Program. The program includes coursework in fire chemistry, fire protection systems, origin and cause, and public education or public information.

3. Instructor Qualifications.

a. An Instructor I must hold a certificate of competency as a Fire Safety Inspector II.

b. Instructor II or III may teach provided he or she has successfully completed the course.

4. Requirements for certificate of competency:

a. Successful completion of all required course work.

b. Certification as a Fire Safety Inspector I.

c. Submission of the required application (Form DI4-1446), which is incorporated by reference in subsection 69A-37.039(2), F.A.C., and can be obtained where indicated in subsection 69A-37.039(1), F.A.C., with all supporting documentation and fees, to the Bureau of Fire Standards and Training.

(4) Fire Investigator Program. This program is intended to prepare students for service as fire investigators or equivalent positions and to provide additional education to ancillary service providers in the area of arson investigation. Fire Investigator I is open to any enrollment while Fire Investigator II is restricted to certified law enforcement officers, certified firefighters, and certified firesafety inspectors.

(a) Fire Investigator I.

1. Length of Program. This program consists of no fewer than four courses, vocational or academic, of at least 160 hours or the equivalent of interactive instruction, as approved by the Bureau of Fire Standards and Training.

2. Content of Program. The program includes coursework in fire chemistry, fire origin and cause, fire protection systems, and building construction.

3. Instructor Qualifications.

a. An Instructor I must hold a certificate of competency as a Fire Investigator I,

b. Instructor II or III may teach provided he or she has successfully completed the course.

4. Requirements for certificate of competency:

a. Successful completion of all required course work.

b. Passing a state examination with a score of 70% or higher.

c. Submission of the required application (Form DI4-1438), which is incorporated by reference in subsection 69A-37.039(2), F.A.C., and can be obtained where indicated in subsection 69A-37.039(1), F.A.C., with all supporting documentation and fees, to the Bureau of Fire Standards and Training.

(b) Fire Investigator II.

2. Content of Program. The program includes coursework in latent investigation, arson investigation, post-blast investigation, and legal issues for fire investigators.

3. Instructor Qualifications.

a. An Instructor I must hold a state certificate of competency as a Fire Investigator II.

b. Instructor II or III may teach provided he or she has successfully completed the course.

c. An instructor for the legal issues course shall possess the Bachelor of Laws or Juris Doctor degree and be an active member in good standing of The Florida Bar.

4. Requirements for certificate of competency:

a. Successful completion of all required course work.

b. Holding a certificate of competency as a Fire Investigator I.

c. Submission of the required application (Form DI4-1439), which is incorporated by reference in subsection 69A-37.039(2), F.A.C., and can be obtained where indicated in subsection 69A-37.039(1), F.A.C., with all supporting documentation and fees, to the Bureau of Fire Standards and Training.

(5) Special State Firesafety Inspector Program.

(a) Length of Program. This program consists of no fewer than three courses, vocational or academic, of at least 120 hours or the equivalent of interactive instruction, as approved by the Bureau of Fire Standards and Training.

(b) Content of Program. This program includes coursework in fire prevention practices, codes and standards, and a mutually agreeable elective as approved by the standards section of the Bureau of Fire Standards and Training. Such mutually agreeable elective shall be an elective which has been proposed by the student to the faculty, reviewed by the faculty to determine relevance of content and duration of delivery, and approved by the faculty to be taken by the student.

1. An Instructor I for certificate,

2. Instructor II or III may teach provided he or she has successfully completed the course.

(d) Requirements for certification:

1. Successful completion of all required course work.

2. Passing a state examination with a score of seventy percent (70%) or higher.

3. Submission of the required application (Form DI4-1459), which is incorporated by reference in subsection 69A-37.039(2), F.A.C., and can be obtained where indicated in subsection 69A-37.039(1), F.A.C., with all supporting documentation and fees, to the Bureau of Fire Standards and Training.

(6) Fire and Lifesafety Educator Program. This program provides training in the area of fire and life safety education as specified by the National Fire Protection Association for Fire and Life Safety Educator I and Fire and Life Safety Educator II.

(a) Length of program. This program consists of no less than two courses, vocational or academic, of at least 64 hours or the equivalent of interactive instruction, as approved by the Bureau of Fire Standards and Training.

(b) Content of Program. This program provides instruction on presentation, preparation for presentation, juvenile firesetters, public information responsibilities and educational methodologies.

1. Instructor I for certificate,

2. Instructor II or III may teach provided he or she has successfully completed the course.

(d) Requirements for certificate of competency:

1. Successful completion of all required course work.

2. Passing a state examination with a score of seventy percent (70%) or higher.

3. Submission of the required application (Form DI4-1456), which is incorporated by reference in subsection 69A-37.039(2), F.A.C., and can be obtained where indicated in subsection 69A-37.039(1), F.A.C., with all supporting documentation and fees, to the Bureau of Fire Standards and Training.

(7) Vocational Program Courses.

(a) These courses are developed and revised for individual delivery and are aimed at improving specific skills and/or to enhance professional development. Each stands alone as an individual class.

(b) Instructor Qualifications.

1. An Instructor I, II or III may teach these courses which have been developed by the Florida State Fire College provided he or she has successfully completed the course.

2. Courses not developed or revised by the Florida State Fire College are subject to the instructor requirements of the developing organization.

(8) Requirements for Certification or Competency Examination.

(b) All testing will be accomplished at a Regional Testing Site quarterly or at the Florida State Fire College monthly.

(c) Retake examinations will be permitted at subsequent quarterly Regional Testing Sites or monthly at the Florida State Fire College.

(d) Application for retesting shall be received by the Bureau of Fire Standards and Training not less than ten (10) business days prior to the requested examination date.

(9) Triennial Renewal of Inspector and Special Inspector Certification.

(a) Inspector and Special Inspector Certification must be renewed every three (3) years.

(c) The Bureau of Fire Standards and Training shall notify the certified inspector that the applicant�s certification is due for renewal approximately thirty (30) days prior to the expiration of the Inspector Certification.

(d) The Certified Inspector shall submit the renewal application to the Bureau of Fire Standards and Training specifying whether the renewal is to be based on completion of a course or attendance at workshops or seminars.

1. Course � Have successfully completed an approved course of instruction in a curriculum related to the inspector certification.

a. This course shall be forty (40) class hours in duration or the equivalent in Continuing Education Units (CEU�s).

b. Verification of successful completion of the course shall be included with the renewal application. Acceptable forms of verification include copies of certificates and college transcripts.

2. Workshops or Seminars � In the absence of completion of an approved course, the certification renewal shall be based upon attendance at a workshop or seminar related to the inspector certification which shall be a cumulative total of not less than 40 contact hours in duration.

(e) Any person whose certification is not renewed cannot function as an inspector or special inspector as defined herein.

(f) It is the responsibility of the certified inspector to notify the Bureau of Fire Standards and Training of any address changes in writing.

Specific Authority 633.45(2)(a) FS. Law Implemented 633.45(1)(d) FS. History�New 12-10-01, Formerly 4A-37.065.

PART III FIREFIGHTERS SUPPLEMENTAL COMPENSATION PROGRAM

69A-37.082 Purpose.

The purpose of this part is to implement Section 633.382, F.S., and to provide for the operation of the Firefighters Supplemental Compensation Program in the State of Florida, the application and administration thereof.

Specific Authority 633.45(2)(a) FS. Law Implemented 633.382(1), (2) FS. History�New 1-3-90, Formerly 4A-37.082.

69A-37.083 Scope.

This part establishes procedures for eligibility requirements, enrollment procedures, cessation of, re‑entry and forms for the Firefighters Supplemental Compensation Program.

Specific Authority 633.45(2)(a) FS. Law Implemented 633.382(2) FS. History�New 1-3-90, Formerly 4A-37.083.

69A-37.084 Definitions.

For purposes of this part, terms used in Rules 69A-37.082‑.089, F.A.C., are as defined in Section 633.382(1), F.S., and terms which are not otherwise defined in said statutes are defined as follows:

(1) �Accredited� means a post‑secondary institution has received accreditation from an accrediting agency that is recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

(2) �Eligible Associate Degree� means an Associate of Arts or Associate of Science degree conferred by a post-secondary institution in which the firefighter successfully completed at least eighteen (18) semester hours or twenty-seven (27) quarter hours of courses applicable to fire department duties as defined in subsection (5).

(3) �Eligible Bachelor�s Degree� means a bachelor�s degree conferred by an accredited post-secondary institution provided the major study concentration area is applicable to fire department duties, as defined in subsection (5).

(4) �Bureau� means the Bureau of Fire Standards and Training of the Division of State Fire Marshal of the Department of Financial Services.

(5)(a) �Applicable to fire department duties� means that the firefighter applicant�s fire chief or, if there is no fire chief, the chief administrative officer of the fire department within the employing agency reviews the applicant�s post‑secondary institution transcript and certifies to the division that the associate or bachelor�s degree conferred upon the applicant relates to fire department duties included in the firefighter�s official position description.

(b) The determination as to whether the degree relates to fire department duties shall be based upon the completed coursework identified in the transcript and not solely upon the title of the degree conferred. The following standards and criteria shall be considered in determining the relationship between coursework required for degrees and fire department duties as contained in the position description:

1. All degrees with coursework establishing a direct relationship with fire science, emergency medicine, or emergency management are considered applicable to fire department duties.

2. Degrees containing coursework in the management or business arts or sciences as well as technical degrees containing coursework directly related to fire science or emergency medicine shall be considered for management positions within a fire department.

3. Degrees containing coursework in the criminology field as well as other arts or sciences containing coursework which bear a direct relationship with the technical duties of arson investigation shall be considered for arson investigators.

4. Special positions within a fire department such as public educator, training officer, fire inspector, fire department safety officer, hazardous materials officer, or other official position within a fire department not listed here have duties which allow for a wide variety of degrees to be considered. In each case, the relevance must be established based upon the relationship of the coursework required for the degree with the duties established in the position description.

(6) �Post-Secondary Institution� means Universities, Colleges, Community Colleges and Junior Colleges.

(7) �Supplemental Compensation� means monies paid to individual firefighters, as defined in Section 633.382(1)(c), F.S., and who meet the criteria and provisions set forth in Sections 633.382(2) and (3), F.S., and this rule chapter.

(a) The Supplemental Compensation shall be in addition to any compensation now paid by an employing agency to any firefighter; and shall not be used to circumvent any current or proposed base salary increases.

(b) No firefighter shall be eligible to receive compensation for more than one (1) degree. If the firefighter holds more than one eligible degree, compensation will be paid for the higher degree.

Specific Authority 633.45(2)(a) FS. Law Implemented 633.382(2) FS. History�New 1-3-90, Amended 3-20-95, 7-17-00, Formerly 4A-37.084.

69A-37.085 Eligibility Requirements for Supplemental Compensation.

To be eligible to receive the Supplemental Compensation provided for by Section 633.382(3), F.S., the following requirements must be met:

(1) Be a full-time certified firefighter in compliance with Section 633.35, F.S., and employed solely within the fire department of the employing agency as a full-time firefighter.

(2) Possess an eligible Associate or Bachelor�s Degree.

Specific Authority 633.45(2)(a) FS. Law Implemented 633.382(2) FS. History�New 1-3-90, Amended 3-20-95, Formerly 4A-37.085.

69A-37.086 Enrollment Procedures for Supplemental Compensation.

To receive the Supplemental Compensation provided for by Section 633.382(3), F.S., the following procedures must be followed:

(1) Firefighter must transmit completed �Transcript Request Form� to the Post-Secondary Institution from which the degree was conferred.

(2) Post-Secondary Institution shall transmit one official sealed transcript with �Transcript Request Form� to the Bureau of Fire Standards and Training.

(3) Firefighter must submit to the Bureau of Fire Standards and Training a complete job description from the employing agency.

(4) The Bureau of Fire Standards and Training will, upon approval of the transcript, send the �Official Acceptance Notification Form� to the employing agency with a copy to the firefighter. The Official Notification Acceptance Form, Form D14A-2 (9/91) (FSTE-2), is incorporated by reference in Rule 69A-37.089, F.A.C. This form must be received by the employing agency before the firefighter�s name can be included in the Supplemental Compensation Program.

Specific Authority 633.45(2) FS. Law Implemented 633.382(2) FS. History�New 1-3-90, Amended 3-20-95, Formerly 4A-37.086.

69A-37.087 Cessation of Supplemental Compensation.

A firefighter shall become ineligible to receive Supplemental Compensation benefits under the following circumstances:

(1) If transferred to a position or reclassified and no longer serving in the capacity of full-time firefighter in compliance with Sections 633.30(1) and 633.35, F.S. However, a firefighter shall become eligible for re-entry into the Supplemental Compensation program if returned to a position as a full‑time firefighter.

(2) If terminated from the employing agency. However, a firefighter shall become eligible for re-entry into the Supplemental Compensation program at the point when the firefighter is rehired by an employing agency.

(3) If the firefighter takes a leave of absence without pay. However, a firefighter shall become eligible for re-entry into the Supplemental Compensation program when the leave of absence without pay is completed and the firefighter returns to duty.

(4) If the firefighter is suspended without pay. However, a firefighter shall become eligible for re-entry into the Supplemental Compensation program if the suspension is repealed.

(5) If the firefighter loses his/her certification pursuant to Section 633.351, F.S.

(6) Effective date of ineligibility shall be that date on which the firefighter ceases to receive compensation from the employing agency for performing the duties of a full-time firefighter.

(a) The �Notice of Ineligibility Form� is required to be submitted within ten (10) working days from the date a firefighter becomes ineligible. The Notice of Ineligibility Form, Form D14A-5 (10/89), (FSTE-4), is incorporated by reference in Rule 69A-37.089, F.A.C.

(b) Supplemental Compensation benefits will be prorated for the number of days worked for the month in which the firefighter becomes ineligible.

(c) It shall be the responsibility of the employing agency to notify the Bureau of Fire Standards and Training, prior to the next monthly disbursement of supplemental compensation funds, of any firefighters who are participating in the Supplemental Compensation Program and who become ineligible for any of the above circumstances.

Specific Authority 633.45(2)(a) FS. Law Implemented 633.382(2) FS. History�New 1-3-90, Amended 3-20-95, Formerly 4A-37.087.

69A-37.088 Eligibility Requirements for Re-Entry.

(1) All provisions of Rules 69A-37.085 and 69A-37.087, F.A.C., must be met to be eligible for re-entry into the Supplemental Compensation Program.

(2) Supplemental Compensation benefits must be reapplied for by submitting �Re-Entry Into Supplemental Compensation Program Form� to the Bureau of Fire Standards and Training for enrollment in the program. The Re-Entry Into Supplemental Compensation Program Form, Form D14A-6 (2/94) (FSTE-6), is incorporated by reference in Rule 69A-37.089, F.A.C.

(3) The �Official Acceptance Notification Form� will be sent to the employing agency verifying enrollment in the Program. This form must be received by the employing agency before the firefighter�s name can be included on the monthly �Requisition for Payment of Supplemental Compensation Form�.

(4) Benefits will begin on the date of reinstatement or re-entry into the fire service provided the �Re-Entry Into Supplemental Compensation Program Form� is received no later than ten (10) working days after the individual becomes eligible.

Specific Authority 633.45(2)(a) FS. Law Implemented 633.382(2) FS. History�New 1-3-90, Amended 3-20-95, Formerly 4A-37.088.

69A-37.089 Prescribed Forms.

(1) The forms listed below are incorporated into, and made a part of, these rules by reference and shall take effect on the effective date of these rules.

Letter	Form Number	Description
(a)	DI Form 4A-1 (FSTE-1)	Transcript Request Form
(b)	DI Form 4A-2 (FSTE-2)	Official Acceptance Notification Form
(c)	DI Form 4A-3 (FSTE-3)	Quarterly Report Form
(d)	DI Form 4A-4 (FSTE-4)	Notice of Ineligibility Form
(e)	DI Form 4A-5 (FSTE-5)	Re-Entry Into Supplemental Compensation Program Form
(f)	DI Form 4A-6 (FSTE-6)	Re-Entry Notification Form

(2) Copies of all forms listed in subsection (1) above may be obtained through the Florida State Fire College, 11655 Northwest Gainesville Road, Ocala, Florida 34482-1486.

Specific Authority 633.45(2)(a) FS. Law Implemented 633.382(2), (3), (5) FS. History�New 1-3-90, Formerly 4A-37.089.

PART IV LIVE FIRE TRAINING

69A-37.401 Definitions.

The following words or terms have the following definitions.

(1) �Live Fire Training Instructor,� sometimes referred to as LFTI, means any person certified by the Florida State Fire College as an Instructor I, II, or III who has completed the Live Fire Training Instructor program, and who has successfully passed the certification examination.

(2) �Live Fire Adjunct Trainer,� sometimes referred to as �LFAT,� means any person certified by the Florida State Fire College as a Live Fire Adjunct Trainer.

(3) �Live Fire Training Instructor II,� sometimes referred to as �LFTI2,� means any person that meets all of the requirements for LFTI and has completed the Live Fire Training Instructor Task Book process with a Live Fire Master Trainer at a Certified Fire Training Center.

(4) �Live Fire Master Trainer� means any person certified by the Florida State Fire College as a Live Fire Training Instructor II and designated by the Director of a Certified Fire Training Center to oversee the Live Fire Training Instructor course at that facility.

(5) �Live Fire Training Instructor Course� means the forty (40) hour training program required to become a Live Fire Training Instructor. This program includes practical evolutions and is only available in a �live� traditional delivery format.

(6) �Live Fire Adjunct Trainer Course� means the sixteen (16) hour training program required to become a Live Fire Adjunct Trainer. This program includes practical evolutions and is only available in a �live� traditional delivery format.

(7) �Live Fire Training� means the training of certified firefighters or candidates for firefighter certification involving:

(a) Acquired structures, or

(b) Permanent training structures, or

(c) Liquid, gas fueled, or ordinary combustible fires or props involving fire that are beyond the incipient stage and are not capable of being extinguished by the use of a single standard fire extinguisher.

(8) �NFPA� means the National Fire Protection Association.

(9) �Instructor in Charge,� sometimes referred to as IIC, means any person certified as an instructor and designated by the authority having jurisdiction to be in charge of the live fire training evolution.

(10) �Safety Officer,� sometimes referred to as SO, means any person appointed by the authority having jurisdiction to maintain a safe working environment at all live fire training evolutions. The SO should not be confused with the �safety coordinator� as defined and used in Chapter 69A-62, F.A.C.

(11) �Student� means a current Florida certified firefighter or any individual undergoing training to become a Certified Firefighter I or a Certified Firefighter II.

(12) �These rules� means Part IV of Chapter 69A-37, F.A.C.

Specific Authority 633.38, 633.45(2), 633.808, 633.821(6) FS. Law Implemented 633.45(1), 633.821 FS. History�New 10-5-06.

69A-37.402 Authorizations for Certified Personnel.

(1) A Live Fire Training Instructor is permitted to serve in any position during live fire training.

(2) A Certified Live Fire Adjunct Trainer is permitted to lead crews, operate safety lines and perform in all other positions during live fire training except Instructor in Charge or Safety Officer.

(3) A Live Fire Instructor Training Instructor II is permitted to provide training to certified instructors under the auspices of a certified training center for both the �Live Fire Training Instructor� course and the �Live Fire Adjunct Trainer� course.

(4) To complete the course of instruction to become a Live Fire Training Instructor, the Live Fire Master Trainer must send a copy of the Task Book completed by the candidate to become a Live Fire Training Instructor to the Bureau of Fire Standards and Training which shall, after review, approve or disapprove the completed Task Book. If approved, the Bureau will then certify the individual as a Live Fire Training Instructor. If disapproved the Bureau will notify the Live Fire Master Trainer of its decision.

(5) A Live Fire Master Trainer is authorized to conduct:

(a) The forty (40) hour Live Fire Training Instructor course, and

(b) The Training program (i.e., the Task Book process) for current Live Fire Training Instructors to become a Live Fire Training Instructor II, and

Each certified fire training center wishing to provide Live Fire Training Instructor courses shall appoint one (1) certified Live Fire Training Instructor II to serve as the Live Fire Master Trainer for such facility.

(6) All requirements of Part II, Chapter 69A-37, F.A.C., must be met.

(7) The initial exposure to live fire conditions in recruit training must be under the strict supervision and control of instructors currently certified by Part II, Chapter 69A-37, F.A.C., and in accordance with Rules 69A-37.401-.409, F.A.C., with immediate egress capabilities available at ground level.

Specific Authority 633.38, 633.45(2), 633.808, 633.821(6) FS. Law Implemented 633.45(1), 633.821 FS. History�New 10-5-06.

69A-37.403 Compliance with Other Applicable Laws, Rules.

Student training as part of the Firefighter I or II program must comply with certified trainer to student ratios according to the edition of NFPA 1403 as adopted in these rules.

Specific Authority 633.38, 633.45(2), 633.808, 633.821(6) FS. Law Implemented 633.45(1), 633.821 FS. History�New 10-5-06.

69A-37.404 Requirements for Live Fire Training for Certified Personnel.

(1) The Instructor in Charge (IIC) and the Safety Officer (SO) must each be certified as a Live Fire Training Instructor.

(2) Any other person identified as actually leading a crew inside a structure or in the immediate proximity of an exterior prop and immediately supervising such training operations must be a Certified �Live Fire Adjunct Trainer.�

(3) Any person operating a backup hoseline is not required to be any kind of a certified instructor or certified trainer.

(4) Each firefighter, regardless of tenure, shall be trained to constantly identify hazards and alternative escape routes during interior fire suppression operations, inclusive of training exercises.

(5) Live fire training in any structure must include instruction of the student in planning for a secondary means of egress or escape in case of an unexpected fire condition change. Prior to live fire training drills, each firefighter must identify two (2) means of egress or escape from each area. No fire room shall be used when there are not at least two (2) separate means of egress or escape available.

(6) Any room with limited access shall not be used for live fire training instruction.

(7) Live fire used in training must not block the main or planned secondary exit of firefighters.

(8) Emergency ventilation must be planned to limit fire spread and improve habitability. Neither the primary nor secondary egress point is permitted to be used for normal room venting.

(9) Each window used as a secondary means of egress shall have clear access, with the glass and impedances such as frame cross members removed. Windows are permitted to be loosely boarded to allow ventilation and to be easily removed without tools from the inside or outside. No exterior obstruction shall impede egress.

(10) A safety team with a hoseline having sufficient flow, but with not less than a minimum of 95 GPM, to extinguish a fire involving the entire fire room must be in place to monitor the fire and the training personnel. The safety team shall at all times monitor the progress of the crew being trained.

(11) Training mannequins must be readily identifiable as such and shall not be dressed in structural firefighter protective clothing that is possible to confuse with the clothing of an actual firefighter.

(12) Thermal imaging equipment should be used to monitor fire conditions and the location of firefighters during fire training. Thermal imaging is a valuable tool for firefighter safety, for more rapid victim search and rescue, and for fire suppression operations in hostile structural fires.

(13) Every pumper or other unit equipped with a pump supplying hoselines during interior fire operations shall have an assigned qualified pump operator present at that unit in case immediate operational changes are necessary.

(14) All internal crews and command staff shall have working two‑way radio communications throughout the entire structure or hot zone prior to beginning any evolution. Operations shall be conducted on a dedicated radio channel that shall not be a channel used for dispatching or for any other use during live fire evolutions.

(15) The �two-in � two-out� rule shall at all times be in effect during any live fire training.

(a) A minimum of two individuals shall be located outside the immediately dangerous to life and health (IDLH) atmosphere prepared to immediately make entry for the purpose of locating and rescuing a student or other person.

(b) The two-out personnel may each be assigned an additional role for the purpose of training fires that does not take him or her away from the immediate location or diminish his or her ability to immediately react; and such role shall not jeopardize the safety or health of anyone onsite by abandoning that other assignment.

(c) The Instructor In Charge, Safety Officer, and primary pump operator are not permitted to serve as members of the �two-out� personnel.

(16) The local emergency medical services (EMS) provider shall be apprised of the location and time of the evolution. Basic Life Support shall be provided on the scene and whenever possible Advance Life Support care and transport is recommended to be on scene. Planning shall include a landing zone for air transport, such as an emergency medical service helicopter.

(17)(a) The following portions of the 2002 edition of the National Fire Protection Association, Inc., Publication 1402, �Guide to Building Fire Service Training Centers,� are hereby adopted and incorporated by reference:

1. 1402-7.2 Selecting an Architect/Engineer (A/E),

2. 1402-8.16 Emergency Care,

3. 1402-8.17 Building Maintenance,

4. 1402-10.2 Fire Temperature, and

5. 1402-11.3 Safety.

(b) The codes and standards published by the National Fire Protection Association may be obtained by writing to the NFPA at: 1 Batterymarch Park, Quincy, Massachusetts 02269-9101. All standards adopted and incorporated by reference in these rules are also available for public inspection during regular business hours at the Bureau of Fire Standards and Training, Division of State Fire Marshal, 11655 Northwest Gainesville Road, Ocala, Florida 33482-1486.

(18)(a) The 2002 edition of the National Fire Protection Association, Inc., Publication 1403, �Standard on Live Fire Training Evolutions,� is hereby adopted and incorporated by reference, excluding, however:

1. Any chapter entitled �Referenced Publications.�

2. References to the National Fire Protection Association, Inc., Publication 1975, Station Uniform.

3. The National Fire Protection Association, Inc., Publication 1001, or any references to such publication in the National Fire Protection Association, Inc., Publication 1975.

4. Any reference to an authority having jurisdiction in the National Fire Protection Association, Inc., Publication 1403, defined as the organization, office, or individual responsible for approving equipment, materials, installations, and procedures.

Specific Authority 633.38, 633.45(2), 633.808, 633.821(6) FS. Law Implemented 633.45(1), 633.821 FS. History�New 10-5-06.

69A-37.405 Requirements for Live Fire Training During Recruit Training.

(1) The initial exposure to live-fire conditions in recruit training must be under the strict supervision and control of the Instructor in Charge, with immediate egress capabilities available at ground level.

(2) To observe basic fire behavior, each trainee shall be exposed to very basic props or scenarios and progressively build to more complex scenarios that approximate realistic conditions.

Specific Authority 633.38, 633.45(2), 633.808, 633.821(6) FS. Law Implemented 633.45(1), 633.821 FS. History�New 10-5-06.

69A-37.406 Certification Prerequisites for Live Fire Training Instructor Training.

(1) The Instructor I and Firefighter II certifications are prerequisites for taking the Live Fire Training Instructor certification examination.

(2) The person must be sponsored by the agency for which they will utilize certification such as a training center or fire department.

Specific Authority 633.38, 633.45(2), 633.808 633.821(6), FS. Law Implemented 633.45, 633.821 FS. History�New 10-5-06.

69A-37.407 Live Fire Instructor Training.

(1) All Live Fire Training Instructor training must be conducted by a certified Live Fire Training Instructor II.

(2) Training to be a Live Fire Training Instructor will be provided by the Florida State Fire College, or by the agencies or institutions approved pursuant to the provisions of Sections 633.35(1) and 633.50, F.S., and Chapter 69A-37, F.A.C., inclusive of interior and exterior burn props.

(3) All Live Fire Training Instructor training must be completed by a certified Live Fire Training Instructor II under the direction of a Live Fire Master Trainer.

(4) Qualification by local agency for fixed facility operation. The local agency utilizing fixed gas fired or ordinary combustible type training buildings shall require all instructors to be trained and approved to operate said equipment in accordance with the manufacturer guidelines and local agency requirements.

Specific Authority 633.38, 633.45(2), 633.808, 633.821(6), FS. Law Implemented 633.45(1), 633.821 FS. History�New 10-5-06.

69A-37.408 Live Fire Training Instructor Certification and Renewal.

(1) Successful completion of a Florida State Fire College approved certification test encompassing course objectives and materials with a passing score of eighty-five percent (85%) is required for certification.

(2) For triennial renewal, a person is required to complete the eight (8) hour LFTI renewal course and each person seeking renewal must have participated as a primary instructor, IIC, or SO during the three (3) year period on a fully compliant live training fire exercise.

(3) Any Live Fire Training must be conducted with a properly certified instructor employed by or as a volunteer of a fire department in compliance with Rule 69A-62.006, F.A.C., or a training center in compliance with Rule 69A-37.060, F.A.C.

Specific Authority 633.38, 633.45(2), 633.808, 633.821(6) FS. Law Implemented 633.45(1), 633.821 FS. History�New 10-5-06.

69A-37.409 Instructor Certification Revocation.

Live Fire Training Instructor or Live Fire Training Instructor II Certification shall be revoked if:

(1) Any instructor certification renewal requirement is not met;

(2) Medical treatment is not provided as a result of an omission in planning or if any participant is abandoned during any live fire exercise;

(3) Any prohibited material outside of the requirements of this rule and as defined in the adopted portions of NFPA 1403 is permitted to be used for Live Fire Training;

(4) The instructor does not comply with, or knowingly does not enforce, any safety rule in Rule Chapters 69A-62 and 69A-60, F.A.C.

(5) Full compliance with the adopted portions of NFPA 1403 is not met, excluding the identified exceptions.

Specific Authority 633.38, 633.45(2), 633.808, 633.821(6) FS. Law Implemented 633.45(1), 633.821 FS. History�New 10-5-06.

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