Apparatus - Aerial Operator - Cromwell - 26: Oct 3, 4, 10, 11, 17, 18

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Brief Description
Class meets 8:30am-4:30pm on Oct 3, 4, 10, 11, 17, 18
Full Description
This six-day course meets NFPA Standard 1002 for the driver/operator section, which addresses aerial devices.
Instruction will be given on aerial ladders, and tower ladders. Course content will prepare the student for the practical and written examinations for Aerial Operator certification. This course is designed for the driver/operator of aerial equipment. The course begins with road handling and moves on to apparatus placement, mobilization and stabilization, elevation, various aerial operations, and apparatus readiness. It is required that each student has access to the manufacturer’s reference manual for their department aerial device. This course alone is not designed to produce expert aerial operators. Students must apply the basics learned from this course with continued hands-on practical applications with apparatus in their department to build and maintain proficiency in aerial apparatus operations.
Full protective clothing (No SCBA) is required.
Training Dates
10/03/2026 - 10/18/2026
Training Times
08:30 AM - 04:30 PM
Prerequisites
I agree to the Drop Policy: Any refund request must be submitted to cfa-support@ct.gov at least seven (7) days prior to the start of a program to receive a full refund.
AO Class Prerequisites:  NONE
AO Certification Prerequisites: To certify to this level, candidates must hold a valid Firefighter I Certification and a State of CT Q Endorsement or a CDL before ANY Aerial Operator (AO) testing (including Practical) if applicable.
Mandatory – A completed & signed CFA Training Authorization form must be uploaded ASAP, you will not be enrolled without it, and you could be moved to the waitlist.  Link to form: (https://shorturl.at/9ubdo)
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Registration Dates
05/21/2025 - 09/30/2026
Available Seats
0
The maximum capacity for this class has been reached. Your request can be added to the waitlist. Additional seats may become available for future enrollment.
Hours
48h 0m
Fee
$450.00
Training Location
Cromwell FD
105 Coles Road
Cromwell, CT  06029
Resources Required
IFSTA Pumping and Aerial Apparatus Driver/Operator Handbook, 3rd Edition. The IFSTA Pumping and Aerial Apparatus Driver/Operator 3rd Edition Exam Prep book is highly recommended.
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