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TITLE 37 PUBLIC SAFETY AND CORRECTIONS
PART 13TEXAS COMMISSION ON FIRE PROTECTION
CHAPTER 433DRIVER/OPERATOR
SUBCHAPTER BMINIMUM STANDARDS FOR DRIVER/OPERATOR-AERIAL APPARATUS
RULE §433.201Driver/Operator-Aerial Apparatus Certification
ISSUE 08/18/2017
ACTION Proposed
Preamble Texas Admin Code Rule

(a)A Driver/Operator-Aerial Apparatus is defined as an individual who operates an aerial apparatus safely and in accordance with all state and local laws; safely and correctly maneuvers, positions, stabilizes, and operates an aerial apparatus and device; and effectively deploys and operates an elevated master stream from a water source. Other responsibilities include routine apparatus testing, maintenance, inspections, and servicing functions.

(b)Individuals holding Driver/Operator-Pumper certification are eligible to take the commission examination for Driver Operator-Aerial Apparatus upon documentation to the commission that the individual has completed Driver Operator-Aerial Apparatus training that meets the minimum requirements of NFPA 1002 [the National Fire Protection Association Standard 1002] or provide documentation of proficiency in the operation of an aerial apparatus from a department with an in service aerial apparatus. This section will expire on May 18, 2018 [February 28, 2018].

The agency certifies that legal counsel has reviewed the proposal and found it to be within the state agency's legal authority to adopt.

Filed with the Office of the Secretary of State on August 7, 2017

TRD-201702969

Tim Rutland

Executive Director

Texas Commission on Fire Protection

Earliest possible date of adoption: September 17, 2017

For further information, please call: (512) 936-3812



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