AUGUST

Spartan Chassis Fire Truck Training Conference
Aug. 3-7, Lansing. Mich.
This is a very large, very comprehensive training conference that offers a wealth of classes for technicians, maintenance chiefs, and fire apparatus manufacturers. The registration fee remains at $150 per person for the entire week, which makes it one of the best bargains around. Go to the Web site for a list of classes and registration instructions.
Contact: Andrea Allen, 517-543-6400, andrea.allen@spartanchassis.com; http://www.spartanchassis.com/ft/ftevents.asp

Pierce Chassis Electrical
Aug. 5-6, Appleton, Wis.
An introductory class to the non-multiplex electrical system found on Pierce Quantum, Saber, and Arrow chassis. It covers wiring diagrams, battery charging system, power distribution system and various control systems.
Contact: Pierce Manufacturing; http://www.piercemfg.com/CustomerService.html

E-ONE EVTCC F-6 Review
Aug. 5-8, Ocala, Fla.
A 4-day class reviewing the material covered on the EVT Certification Commission F-6 Allison Automatic Transmission test.
Contact: E-ONE, 352-237-1122, E-onetraining@e-one.com; http://www.e-one.com/training

Pierce Command Zone II
Aug. 7-8, Appleton, Wis.
Instructs students on the Pierce Command Zone, Revision D, multiplex electrical system. Provides a list of suggested test equipment and spare parts.
Contact: Pierce Manufacturing; http://www.piercemfg.com/CustomerService.html

Hale Pump Maintenance and Operations Seminar
Aug. 11-15, Conshohocken, Penn.
Includes instruction on pump design, construction, components, preventive maintenance, troubleshooting and testing. The first day includes optional instruction on CAFS; the last day includes an optional EVTCC test for those who have made prior arrangements with the EVT Certification Commission.
Contact: Hale Products; http://www.haleproducts.com/Main/Content,30,10.aspx

Pierce Aerial Maintenance
Aug. 12-13, Appleton, Wis.
Provides instruction on the maintenance and repair of Pierce aerial ladders and platforms including the electrical and hydraulic systems. Also covers the 50-hour and 400-hour inspections.
Contact: Pierce Manufacturing; http://www.piercemfg.com/CustomerService.html

Fire-Rescue International (IAFC Conference)
Aug. 14-16, Denver, Colo.
This is the big chief’s show with lots of new products on the exhibition floor. Denver is a great place to visit with lots to see and do.
Contact: IAFC; http://www.iafc.org/fri

Pierce TAK-4 Independent Front Suspension
Aug. 14, Appleton, Wis.
Provides instruction on the basic principles, maintenance, troubleshooting and repair of the Pierce TAK-4 independent front suspension.
Contact: Pierce Manufacturing; http://www.piercemfg.com/CustomerService.html

Pierce CAFS and Husky Foam System
Aug. 14-15, Appleton, Wis.
Provides instruction on the basic repairs and maintenance of the Pierce foam equipment, including the related electrical and hydraulic systems.
Contact: Pierce Manufacturing; http://www.piercemfg.com/CustomerService.html

E-ONE EVTCC F-5 Review
Aug. 18-22, Ocala, Fla.
A 5-day class reviewing the material covered on the EVT Certification Commission F-5 Aerial Fire Apparatus test.
Contact: E-ONE, 352-237-1122, E-onetraining@e-one.com; http://www.e-one.com/training

Hale Pump Maintenance and Operations Seminar
Aug. 25-29, Conshohocken, Penn.
Includes instruction on pump design, construction, components, preventive maintenance, troubleshooting and testing. The first day includes optional instruction on CAFS; the last day includes an optional EVTCC test for those who have made prior arrangements with the EVT Certification Commission.
Contact: Hale Products; http://www.haleproducts.com/Main/Content,30,10.aspx

SEPTEMBER

Hale Pump Maintenance and Operations Seminar
Sep. 8-12, Conshohocken, Penn.
Includes instruction on pump design, construction, components, preventive maintenance, troubleshooting and testing. The first day includes optional instruction on CAFS; the last day includes an optional EVTCC test for those who have made prior arrangements with the EVT Certification Commission.
Contact: Hale Products; http://www.haleproducts.com/Main/Content,30,10.aspx

E-ONE Electrical One
Sep. 8-12, Ocala, Fla.
A 5-day class covering basic electrical theory with emphasis on reading schematics, use of diagnostic readers and proper crimping techniques. It includes an overview of AC and DC systems with information on power distribution, load management and WABCO ABS/ATC. This class does not cover multiplex electrical systems.
Contact: E-ONE, 352-237-1122, E-onetraining@e-one.com; http://www.e-one.com/training

Washington State Fire Apparatus Conference
Sept. 8-12. Yakima, Wash.
Annual training conference, vendor show and other activities. Check the Web site for information.
Contact: Frank Moffat, 425-556-2206; http://www.wsfma.org

E-ONE Electrical Two
Sep. 15-19, Ocala, Fla.
A 5-day class covering intermediate-level electrical system problems. Successful completion of Electrical One or possession of an EVTCC F-4 certificate is required. This class does not cover multiplex electrical systems.
Contact: E-ONE, 352-237-1122, E-onetraining@e-one.com; http://www.e-one.com/training

Wisconsin Association of EVT Fall Seminar
Sep. 18, Fox Valley Training Center
Classes on TFT nozzles and Duo-Safety ground ladders.
Contact: Jon Coutts, jdcoutts@sbcglobal.net, Mike Meyer, mf@powercom.net; http://www.waevt.com

Hale Pump Maintenance and Operations Seminar
Sep. 22-26, Conshohocken, Penn.
Includes instruction on pump design, construction, components, preventive maintenance, troubleshooting and testing. The first day includes optional instruction on CAFS; the last day includes an optional EVTCC test for those who have made prior arrangements with the EVT Certification Commission.
Contact: Hale Products; http://www.haleproducts.com/Main/Content,30,10.aspx

OCTOBER

E-ONE Aerial One
Oct. 6-10, Ocala, Fla.
A five-day class covering all aspects of E-ONE aerials, including the electrical and hydraulic systems, with an emphasis on preventive maintenance.
Contact: E-ONE, 352-237-1122, E-onetraining@e-one.com; http://www.e-one.com/training

Hale Pump Maintenance and Operations Seminar
Oct. 6-10, Conshohocken, Penn.
Includes instruction on pump design, construction, components, preventive maintenance, troubleshooting and testing. The first day includes optional instruction on CAFS; the last day includes an optional EVTCC test for those who have made prior arrangements with the EVT Certification Commission.
Contact: Hale Products; http://www.haleproducts.com/Main/Content,30,10.aspx

E-ONE Multiplex Electrical System
Oct. 7-9, Ocala, Fla.
A 3-day class reviewing the E-ONE multiplex electrical system operation, components and troubleshooting.
Contact: E-ONE, 352-237-1122, E-onetraining@e-one.com; http://www.e-one.com/training

Darley Pump School
Oct. 8-10, Chippewa Falls, Wis.
A free 3-day training session for fire department personnel. It covers pump theory, operation, maintenance and repair of Darley pumps and accessories. Students pay for transportation, lodging, meals and incidentals.
Contact: Charlene Swintek, 800-323-0244

E-ONE EVTCC F-4 Review
Oct. 14-18, Ocala, Fla.
A 5-day class reviewing the material covered on the EVT Certification Commission F-4 Fire Apparatus Electrical test. National EVTCC Test Date on the last day for those who pre-register with EVT Certification Commission.
Contact: E-ONE, 352-237-1122, E-onetraining@e-one.com; http://www.e-one.com/training

E-ONE Aerial Two
Oct. 20-24, Ocala, Fla.
A five-day class covering all aspects of E-ONE aerials, including the electrical and hydraulic systems, with an emphasis on troubleshooting and repair.
Contact: E-ONE, 352-237-1122, E-onetraining@e-one.com; http://www.e-one.com/training

Hale Pump Maintenance and Operations Seminar
Oct. 20-24, Conshohocken, Penn.
Includes instruction on pump design, construction, components, preventive maintenance, troubleshooting and testing. The first day includes optional instruction on CAFS; the last day includes an optional EVTCC test for those who have made prior arrangements with the EVT Certification Commission.
Contact: Hale Products; http://www.haleproducts.com/Main/Content,30,10.aspx

NOVEMBER

E-ONE EVTCC F-3 Review
Nov. 11-14, Ocala, Fla.
A 4-day class reviewing the material covered on the EVT Certification Commission F-3 Fire Pumps and Accessories test.
Contact: E-ONE, 352-237-1122, E-onetraining@e-one.com; http://www.e-one.com/training

DECEMBER

E-ONE Aerial Two
Dec. 8-12, Ocala, Fla.
A five-day class covering all aspects of E-ONE aerials, including the electrical and hydraulic systems, with an emphasis on troubleshooting and repair.
Contact: E-ONE, 352-237-1122, E-onetraining@e-one.com; http://www.e-one.com/training

E-ONE EVTCC F-4 Review
Dec. 15-19, Ocala, Fla.
A 5-day class reviewing the material covered on the EVT Certification Commission F-4 Fire Apparatus Electrical test. National EVTCC Test Date on the last day for those who pre-register with EVT Certification Commission.
Contact: E-ONE, 352-237-1122, E-onetraining@e-one.com; http://www.e-one.com/training

NFPA 1901 Standard for Automotive Fire Apparatus -- 2009 Edition
Jan. 1, 2009, Nationwide
The requirements of the new NFPA 1901 standard take effect for all new apparatus orders signed on or after this date. Changes include requirements for vehicle data recorders, tire pressure monitors, chevron reflective striping and many other components, configurations and features.
Contact: NFPA, 800-344-3555; http://www.nfpacatalog.org

JANUARY

Fire-Rescue East 2009
Jan. 30-31, 2009, Daytona Beach, Fla.
Classes, activities and a large apparatus and equipment show.
Contact: Florida Fire Chiefs Association; http://www.ffca.org