Course Description: The course curriculum can be designed around the requirements of the requesting fire department. Classroom lectures and practical exercises are conducted in the principles and uses of aerial apparatus, including the recognition of hazards which may be present during aerial operations. The curriculum also includes classroom lectures and exercises in the principles, uses and tactical and safe placement of platform apparatus.

• Uniform and Supplies: Students must bring gloves, hardhat and proper attire for master stream operations and aerial exercises. Station uniform/long pants required. Students will be required to ascend and descend aerial ladders and aerial platforms.

• Duration - 45 hours
• Book - IFSTA Pumping and Aerial Apparatus Driver/ Operator Handbook, 3rd Edition 
  • Prerequisites: (upload at the time of registration)
    • Fire Service Hydraulics Certificate.   
    • Fire Service Apparatus Ops Certificate
    • Department ID or Firefighter I&II Cert
    • Driver License

•  Students unable to attend their class must notify the class manager via email.
• Students are entitled to a refund of 100% of tuition paid and refundable course fees when classes are dropped no less than 1 week prior to Day 1 of class.
• Non-Refundable Application Fee will NOT be refunded.
• If you are removed from class due to academic or regulation violations, you will be issued a grade of "F" (Fail), and a refund will NOT be given.
• If you withdraw from a class once it has started, a refund will NOT be given.
• We reserve the right to cancel a class due to lack of student registrations (refund will be granted).

By registering and paying for this course, the student agrees to the Release and Waiver and Photo/Video Release and Waiver as stated below.

FOR CORAL SPRINGS REGIONAL INSTITUTE OF PUBLIC SAFETY TRAINING, TESTING, AND/OR EDUCATION

In consideration for my acceptance to a training, testing, and/or educational program at the City of Coral Springs, I agree to sign this Release and Waiver. Accordingly, I agree to unconditionally release, waive, and discharge the City of Coral Springs, its Commission members, employees, agents, and servants, all hereafter referred to as “releases,” from all claims and causes of action, that I, my personal representatives, assigns, heirs, and next of kin, may have for any loss, damage, or injury to person or property, whether caused by the negligence, or otherwise of the releases in connection with my participation in any training, testing, and/or educational program at the City of Coral Springs. In addition, I agree to indemnify completely, the releases against all claims, demands, made by or on behalf of me in relation to my participation in any training, testing, and/or educational program and all causes of actions arising out of my own actions or involvement with the City of Coral Springs. 

If you are registering a child under the age of 18 or an incapacitated adult you represent and warrant that you are the parent or legal guardian of that party and have the legal authority to enter into this agreement on their behalf and by proceeding with this event registration, you agree that the terms of this Agreement and Waiver shall apply equally to all Registered Parties. By registering a child under 18, you agree and consent to the collection of that child’s information which you provide for the purposes of registration.

I hereby confer on the City of Coral Springs the absolute, irrevocable right and permission to use my image, in City media that includes but is not limited to print, digital or video format, for the purposes of public information, historical documentation, and/or promotion of City events and activities. I give my consent freely, with the understanding that no remuneration of compensation will be forthcoming.

I HAVE CAREFULLY READ THE FOREGOING RELEASE AND WAIVER AND KNOW THE CONTENTS THEREOF AND AGREE TO THIS RELEASE AND WAIVER AS MY OWN FREE ACT. 

I expressly agree that this Release and Waiver is intended to be as broad and as inclusive as permitted by the laws of the State of Florida, and that if any portion thereof is held invalid, it is agreed that the balance shall notwithstanding, continue in full force and effect.

COVID-19 RESPONSIBILITIES 

Thank you for applying to CSRIPS during the COVID-19 pandemic.  We are sure this wasn’t a decision you made lightly.  As a first responder, this pandemic will be something that we continue to deal with each and every day. 

Your first day of class is quickly approaching.  It is your responsibility to communicate to the staff should you be diagnosed, exposed or feel ill prior to the beginning of Day 1.  Not communicating with the staff, showing up to class not feeling well or being exposed and not communicating shall result in dismissal with no option to re-enroll in a future class.

All students, staff and instructors are required to complete a daily check in process when onsite.  This process, along with the rules and regulations, will be communicated to you after acceptance into the program. 

As a reminder, the CSRIPS Health and Safety Plan is always available for you to review on our website.   

By continuing with your application and making payment, you are agreeing to these terms.

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