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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 11/17/2017
ACTION Final/Adopted
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 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.

The agency certifies that legal counsel has reviewed the adoption and found it to be a valid exercise of the agency's legal authority.

Filed with the Office of the Secretary of State on October 31, 2017

TRD-201704394

Tim Rutland

Executive Director

Texas Commission on Fire Protection

Effective date: November 20, 2017

Proposal publication date: August 18, 2017

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

 

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