Description: The purpose of this program is to identify emergency service personnel who demonstrate competency in the performance requirements necessary to perform the duties of a firefighter. The NFPA 1002 Standard for Fire Apparatus Driver/Operator Professional Qualifications identifies the minimum requirements for firefighters who drive and operate fire apparatus in both emergency and non-emergency situations. A person certified at the Driver/Operator - Pumper level will have demonstrated competency in the necessary knowledge and skills, to perform the minimum requirements of an emergency vehicle driver/operator.

Prerequisite(s): Minimum Level Requirement:

• Valid Pennsylvania Department of Transportation Driver’s License
• 18 years of Age
• Firefighter I Certification
• CDL and/or EVOT/EVDT/EVOC course completion certificate

Application Requirements: Completed applications must be received at the test site (CCPSTC) three weeks (21 days) prior to the written test date. Applications received after this deadline or incomplete applications will NOT be accepted for testing.

Testing application and candidate handbook can be found at: www.osfc.pa.gov