Common Fire Truck Pump Operator Mistakes
Here's how to correct the most common pump operator errors I like the term fire control engineer. For me, it more accurately describes the technical and mechanical nature of the job. Call it what you will, it is a tough job with little margin for error. Here are the five most common mistake MPOs make and how to set them right. 1. NOT KNOWING THE APPARATUS Today's pumping apparatus are much more than a pump mounted on a truck. They are an amazing piece of mechanical, electrical and computer engineering. It's critical that MPOs have a complete understanding of all the whats, whys and hows of their assigned engine. NFPA 1901: Standard for Motorized Fire Apparatus places an extraordinary amount of responsibility on apparatus manufacturers to provide fire departments with a vast amount of technical information about the pumping apparatus a department purchases. Both new and incumbent MPOs should take full advantage of everything the manufacturer has to offer to get the most out...