Here you will find brief descriptions of all EVTCC tests, as well as our “Reference Materials and Learning Objectives” and “Sample Questions” documents for each test.
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Fire Apparatus Technician Exams
F1 – Maintenance, Inspection, and Testing of Fire Apparatus
covers the maintenance, inspection, and testing of fire apparatus as described in NFPA 1910: Standard for the Inspection, Maintenance, Refurbishment, Testing and Retirement of In-Service Emergency Vehicles and Marine Firefighting Vessels (NFPA 1911 Chapters)
F2 – Design and Performance Standards of Fire Apparatus
covers the standards for fire apparatus as described in NFPA 1900: Standard for Aircraft Rescue and Firefighting Vehicles, Automotive Fire Apparatus, Wildland Fire Apparatus, and Automotive Ambulances (NFPA 1901 Chapters).
covers the standards as described in NFPA 1900: Standard for Aircraft Rescue and Firefighting Vehicles, Automotive Fire Apparatus, Wildland Fire Apparatus, and Automotive Ambulances (NFPA 1901 Chapters) and NFPA 1910: Standard for the Inspection, Maintenance, Refurbishment, Testing and Retirement of In- Service Emergency Vehicles and Marine Firefighting Vessels(NFPA 1911 Chapters).Please note that this test draws from the 2024 editions.
covers the basic design and performance requirements of fire apparatus electrical systems, components of electrical systems, and preventive maintenance and troubleshooting activities.
covers the standards as described in NFPA 1900: Standard for Aircraft Rescue and Firefighting Vehicles, Automotive Fire Apparatus, Wildland Fire Apparatus, and Automotive Ambulances (NFPA 1901 Chapters) and NFPA 1910: Standard for the Inspection, Maintenance, Refurbishment, Testing and Retirement of In - Service Emergency Vehicles and Marine Firefighting Vessels(NFPA 1911 Chapters).Please note that this test draws from the 2024 editions.
covers advanced electrical systems, including load managers, strobe systems, digital controls, multiplexing, and line voltage generating systems of emergency vehicles.
tests knowledge of testing, maintenance and operation of ground ladders. The exam uses NFPA 1931: Standard for Manufacturers’ Design of Fire Department Ground Ladders and NFPA: 1932 Standard on Use, Mainteance, and Service Testing of In-Service Fire Department Ground Ladders.
tests the knowledge of the Driver Operator to do a daily/weekly check that will satisfy the new requirements of NFPA 1910: Standard for the Inspection, Maintenance, Refurbishment, Testing and Retirement of In-Service Emergency Vehicles and Marine Firefighting Vessels (NFPA 1911 Chapters.) It is designed to be done without the use of a creeper and should be able to be completed in approximately one hour or less.
E0 – Maintenance, Inspection, and Testing of Ambulances
covers the maintenance, inspection, and testing of ambulances as covered in Meritor Preventive Maintenance and Lubrication, and NFPA 1910: Standard for the Inspection, Maintenance, Refurbishment, Testing and Retirement of In-Service Emergency Vehicles and Marine Firefighting Vessels (NFPA 1911 Chapters)
covers the general design and performance standards for ambulances as described in NFPA 1900: Standard for Aircraft Rescue and Firefighting Vehicles, Automotive Fire Apparatus, Wildland Fire Apparatus, and Automotive Ambulances (NFPA 1917 Chapters).
covers the basic design and performance requirements of ambulance electrical systems, components of electrical systems, and preventive maintenance and troubleshooting activities.
A1 – Design & Performance Standards and Preventive Maintenance of Aircraft Rescue and Fire-Fighting Vehicles
covers the general design and performance standards for ARFF vehicles as described in FAA Advisory Circular 10c Guide Specifications for Water/Foam Aircraft Rescue and Fire-Fighting Vehicles, and the general principles of preventive maintenance and servicing.
A2 – Chassis and Vehicle Components of Aircraft Rescue and Fire-Fighting Vehicles
covers the operation and testing of the chassis and vehicle components of ARFF vehicles, the operation of the vehicle systems and components, and inspections, maintenance, and repair of those components.
is based on the principles published by the Association of Equipment Management Professionals (AEMP) in The Career Equipment Fleet Manager. Reference publication ordering information to prepare for the Management Exam is listed at the top of the page of the exam’s learning objectives.
is (same as M1) based on the principles published by the Association of Equipment Management Professionals (AEMP) in The Career Equipment Fleet Manager. Reference publication ordering information to prepare for the Management Exam is listed at the top of the page of the exam’s learning objectives.