NFPA 1403

Qualified Live Fire Qualified Live Fire

Instructor Review

NFPA 1403

FF I & II Qualified Instructor for Five Years

Must have sponsoring agency Must have at least five apprentice

burns with a Live Fire Qualified Instructor

Must have the desire to conduct burns correctly

Who is eligible to take theWho is eligible to take theLFQ Course?LFQ Course?

NFPA 1403

Live Fire QualificationLive Fire QualificationCourse RequirementsCourse Requirements

First:

Pass a written exam demonstrating knowledge of NFPA 1403, NFPA 1142, and FF I & II Essentials

Second:

Successfully complete practical evolution within 6 months

Third:

Complete and submit a correct pre-burn plan

within 6 months

NFPA 1403

ATTITUDES TO FOSTERATTITUDES TO FOSTER

Safety of all personnel Ensure proper control during

training exercises Hazardous conditions are

corrected Unsafe acts are corrected

NFPA 1403

NFPA 1403, 2007 editionNFPA 1403, 2007 edition

Deals with training all fire suppression personnel engaged in firefighting

operations under live fire conditions.

NFPA 1403

NFPA 1403, 2007 editionNFPA 1403, 2007 edition

• Provides a process for conducting live fire training evolutions to ensure that they are conducted in safe facilities and that the exposure to health and safety hazards for the fire fighting receiving the training

is minimized.

NFPA 1403

A method of fire ground communications shall be

established.

NFPA 1403 NFPA 1403 4.4.94.4.9

NFPA 1403

AHJAHJ

The “AUTHORITY HAVING JURISDICTION” is the organization, office or

individual responsible for enforcing the requirements of a

code or standard.

NFPA 1403 3.2.1NFPA 1403 3.2.1

NFPA 1403

InstructorInstructor

An individual qualified by the AHJ to deliver firefighting

training, who has the training and experience to supervise

students during live fire training evolutions.

NFPA 1403 3.3.5NFPA 1403 3.3.5

NFPA 1403

Instructor In ChargeInstructor In Charge

An individual qualified as an instructor and

designated by the AHJ to be in charge of the live fire

training evolution.

NFPA 1403 3.3.6NFPA 1403 3.3.6

NFPA 1403

Safety OfficerSafety Officer

An individual appointed by the AHJ as qualified to

maintain a safe working environment at all live fire

training evolutions.

NFPA 1403 3.3.9NFPA 1403 3.3.9

NFPA 1403

Chapter 4 4.4.4Chapter 4 4.4.4

The Safety officer shall provide for the safety of all

persons on the scene including students,

instructors, visitors, and spectators.

NFPA 1403 Chapter 4 4.1.1Chapter 4 4.1.1Student PrerequisitesStudent Prerequisites

Prior to being permitted to participate in live fire Prior to being permitted to participate in live fire training evolutions, the student shall have received training evolutions, the student shall have received

training to meet the JPRs for FF1 in NFPA 1001.training to meet the JPRs for FF1 in NFPA 1001.

Safety Safety Fire Behavior Fire Behavior

Forcible Entry Forcible Entry Portable ExtinguishersPortable Extinguishers

Overhaul Overhaul FH, App, and StreamsFH, App, and Streams

Water Supply Water Supply Ventilation Ventilation

Ladders Ladders

PPEPPE

NFPA 1403 Chapter 4 4.1.2Chapter 4 4.1.2 Student Prerequisites Student Prerequisites

Students participating in a live fire training evolution who have received the required minimum training from other than the AHJ shall not be permitted to participate in any live fire training evolution without first presenting prior written evidence of having successfully completed the prescribed minimum training to the levels specified in 4.1.1.

NFPA 1403 Chapter 4Chapter 4Structures and FacilitiesStructures and Facilities

4.2.44.2.4 Proof of clear title

4.2.54.2.5 Written permission from owner

4.2.74.2.7 Insurance cancellation

NFPA 1403 Chapter 4Chapter 4Structures and FacilitiesStructures and Facilities

4.2.64.2.6 A clear description of the anticipated condition… at the

completion of the evolution(s) and the method of returning the

property to the owner shall be put in writing…

NFPA 1403 Chapter 4Chapter 4Structures and FacilitiesStructures and Facilities

4.2.2*4.2.2* Preparation shall include application for and receipt of required

permits and permissions.

1. Asbestos Permit - NCDHHS, Div. of Public Health, Health Hazards Control Unit.

2. Air Quality Control

NFPA 1403

N.C. DHHS, HHCU

http://www.epi.state.nc.us/epi/asbestos/forms.html

Step 1-N.C. DHHS, HHCU(National Emission Standard for Hazardous AirPollutants (NESHAP) notification of demolition

and/or renovation )

http://www.epi.state.nc.us/epi/asbestos.html

NFPA 1403

http://www.daq.state.nc.us/enf/openburn.shtml

NESHAP

Number Must

Be Given

NFPA 1403

Live Fire Training Notification

• Step 1

• Step 2

• Step 3

• N.C. DHHS, HHCU– Asbestos Inspection– NESHAP

• N.C. Division of Air Quality– Demolition Permit– Notification of fire fighter training

• N.C. Fire &Rescue Commission– Live Fire Training Notification– The Live fire Training Notifications are now correlated

with the NESHAP Numbers

NFPA 1403

4.2.2 (Appendix)4.2.2 (Appendix)

Depending on location, permits required can include:

Air Quality

Water Runoff

Water Usage

Burning

Traffic

NFPA 1403 Chapter 4Chapter 4Structures and FacilitiesStructures and Facilities

4.2.9.1 – 4.2.9.34.2.9.1 – 4.2.9.3

Hazardous Storage Containers shall be removed or neutralized so as not to present a safety problem.

Vent or render inert

NFPA 1403 Chapter 4Chapter 4Structures and FacilitiesStructures and Facilities

4.2.104.2.10

All hazardous structural conditions shall be removed or repaired so as to not present a

safety problem during use of the structure.

NFPA 1403

Chapter 4Chapter 4Structures and FacilitiesStructures and Facilities

4.2.10.1 – 4.2.10.64.2.10.1 – 4.2.10.6

•Floors, railings, and stairs shall be made safe.

•Special attention shall be given to potential chimney hazards.

•Holes in walls and ceilings shall be patched.

NFPA 1403 Chapter 4Chapter 4Structures and FacilitiesStructures and Facilities

Low-density combustible fiberboard and other unconventional combustible interior finishes shall be removed.

NFPA 1403 4.2.10.5NFPA 1403 4.2.10.5

Extraordinary weight above the training area shall be removed.

NFPA 1403 4.2.10.6NFPA 1403 4.2.10.6

NFPA 1403 Chapter 4Chapter 4Structures and FacilitiesStructures and Facilities

4.2.11 – 4.2.11.54.2.11 – 4.2.11.5

•All hazardous environmental conditions shall be removed before conducting LF training in the structure.

•Debris creating or contributing to unsafe conditions shall be removed.

NFPA 1403 Chapter 4Chapter 4Structures and FacilitiesStructures and Facilities

4.2.11.3 - 4.2.11.54.2.11.3 - 4.2.11.5

•Utilities shall be disconnected.

•Remove potential hazards of toxic weeds, insect hives, and vermin.

•Asbestos shall be removed by an approved asbestos removal contractor.

NFPA 1403 NOTE:NOTE:Roof ventilation openings…Roof ventilation openings…

1997 edition:

2-2.10*(g)2-2.10*(g) An adequate ventilation opening(s) shall be made in the roof.

2002 and 2007 edition:

This section has been removed. Only 4.2.11.2* has been left in. (Same wording in

1997 edition 2-2.11)

NFPA 1403 NOTE:NOTE:Roof ventilation openings…Roof ventilation openings…

2002 and 2007 edition:

4.2.11.2* has been left in. (Same wording in 1997 edition 2-2.11)

‘Roof ventilation openings that are normally closed but can be opened in the event of an emergency shall be permitted to be utilized.’

NFPA 1403

NCFRC ExceptionNCFRC Exception

Adequate ventilation

opening(s) shall be made

in the roof.

NFPA 1403

NFPA 1403 Chapter 4Chapter 4Structures and Facilities Structures and Facilities

4.2.194.2.19

The persons in charge of the adjacent properties shall be

informed of the date and time of the evolution.

NFPA 1403 Chapter 4Chapter 4Structures and FacilitiesStructures and Facilities

4.2.204.2.20

Appropriate safeguards shall be taken to eliminate hazards to

motorists:

Street closings, traffic re-routing, signs, and police assistance.

NFPA 1403 Chapter 4Chapter 4Structures and FacilitiesStructures and Facilities

4.2.224.2.22

Awareness of weather conditions, wind velocity, and wind direction shall be maintained, including a final check

for possible changes in weather conditions immediately before actual

ignition.

NFPA 1403 Chapter 4Chapter 4Structures and FacilitiesStructures and Facilities

4.2.24 – 4.2.24.54.2.24 – 4.2.24.5

Areas for the staging, operating, and parking of fire apparatus and vehicles

involved in the exercise shall be designated.

Ingress and egress routes shall be designated.

NFPA 1403 Chapter 4Chapter 4Structures and FacilitiesStructures and Facilities

4.2.254.2.25

A pre-burn briefing session shall be conducted for all participants.

All Facets of Burn including:

Crew Assignments

Evacuation Signal

NFPA 1403 Chapter 4Chapter 4Structures and FacilitiesStructures and Facilities

4.2.25.24.2.25.2

A pre-burn plan shall be prepared and shall be

utilized during the pre-burn briefing sessions.

NFPA 1403 Chapter 4Chapter 4Structures and FacilitiesStructures and Facilities

4.2.25.44.2.25.4All participants shall be required to

conduct a walk-through of the structure.

For familiarity with the layout and to facilitate any necessary evacuation

of the building.

NFPA 1403

Chapter 4Chapter 4Fuel MaterialsFuel Materials

4.3.74.3.7

The instructor-in-charge shall assess the selected fire room for factors that can affect:

GrowthGrowth

DevelopmentDevelopment

Spread of FireSpread of Fire

NFPA 1403

Chapter 4Chapter 4Fuel MaterialsFuel Materials

4.3.84.3.8

To help assure a controlled fire growth, document all fuel loading:

Furnishings, wall and floor coverings, ceiling material, type of construction,

and room dimensions.

NFPA 1403

Chapter 4Chapter 4Fuel MaterialsFuel Materials

4.3.8(3)4.3.8(3)

Also Document:

•Type of construction

•Type of roof

•Combustible void spaces

NFPA 1403 Chapter 4Chapter 4SafetySafety

4.4.14.4.1

A safety officer shall be appointed for all live fire

training evolutions.

NFPA 1403 Chapter 4Chapter 4SafetySafety

4.4.34.4.3

Safety Officer responsibility:

(1) Prevent unsafe acts

(2) Eliminate unsafe conditions

NFPA 1403 Chapter 4Chapter 4SafetySafety

4.4.6.1 – 4.4.6.24.4.6.1 – 4.4.6.2

Each hoseline shall be capable of delivering a minimum of 95 gpm.

Backup lines shall be provided to ensure protection for personnel on

training attack lines.

NFPA 1403 Chapter 4Chapter 4SafetySafety

4.4.74.4.7

The Instructor-in-Charge shall assign the following:

(1) 1 instructor for each functional crew, not to exceed 5:1.

(2) 1 instructor for each backup line.

(3) Additional personnel to backup lines for mobility.

(4) 1 additional instructor for each functional assignment.

NFPA 1403 Chapter 4Chapter 4SafetySafety

4.4.144.4.14

No person(s) shall play the role of a victim inside the

building.

NFPA 1403

EMS Definition: (3.3.3)EMS Definition: (3.3.3)

• Dedicated EMS Transport shall be available throughout the exercise.