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i' CITY OF CARLSBAD - AGENDI llLL
4B#& I TITLE: REVISION OF FIREFIGHTER
CLASSIFICATION
CITY MG R. ,&
RECOMMENDED ACTION:
Adopt Resolution No. ##/S revising the firefighter classification to require
Emergency Medical Technician certification at date of hiring.
ITEM EXPLANATION:
The State of California requires that personnel assigned to the fire department ambulance have an Emergency Medical Technician IA certificate.
In the past, we have hired the employee and then paid the expense for the
training. This can preclude assignment to the ambulance for up to one yeain.
Requiaing the certificate prior to hiring will eliminate the training expense and
allow immediate assignment to the ambulance.
The majority of candidates on the previous eligibility list did have the certificate.
This requirement is not expected to seriously reduce the number of applicants
for the position.
FISCAL IMPACT:
Estimated savings of $900 in possible overtime expenses per employee hired.
EXHIBITS:
1. Resolution No. xd/y.
2. Proposed classification with revision.
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RESOLUTION NO. 8419
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CARLSBAD, CALIFORNIA AMENDING THE CLASSIFICATION OF FIREFIGHTER TO
INCLUDE THE REQUIREMENT OF EMT IA CERTIFICATION
WHEREAS, the City Manager recommends and the City Council concurs,
that the firefighter classification in the City's Classification and Salary Plan
should be revised to include the requirement of Emergency Medical
Technician IA at the time of hiring.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City
of Carlsbad, California as follows:
1. That the above recitations are true and correct.
2. That the City Council authorizes and directs the City Manager to add
the requirement of Emergency Medical Technician IA certification to the
firefighter classification in the City's Classification and Salary Plan as
described in Attachment A, attached hereto and made a part thereof.
PASSED, APPROVED, AND ADOPTED at a regular meeting of the
Carlsbad City Council held on the 4th day of March , 1986 by the
following vote, to wit:
AYES: Council Members Lewis, Kulchin and Pettine
NOES: None
ABSENT: ,- Council Members Casler and Chick ,-
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ATTEST:
CLAUDE A. LEWIS, Mayor Pro-Tern
AYHA L .jVAWTENKWZ, City Clerk
(SEAL)
KAREN R. KUNDTZ, Deputy City Clerk
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FIREFIGHTER EXHIBIT A
DEFINITION
Under supervision, to fight fires and to participate in fire prevention activities in protecting life and property; to operate and maintain
fire fighting and rescue equipment, and fire stations; and to do related
work as assigned.
EXAMPLES OF DUTIES
Serve as hose operator in fire fighting situations including pulling
working lines, manning the nozzle to direct the stream of water on the
fire, placing, raising, lowering, and climbing ladders, and assisting
in overhaul and salvage operations.
Respond to rescue calls and administer first aid.
Clean and inspect equipment, perform lubrication, make adjustments and
repairs to equipment, andmaintain fuel and oil supply.
Clean and test fire hoses.
Routine inspection and maintenance of fire hydrants.
Operate radio-telephone equipment.
Clean station quarters and equipment.
Study Fire Department rules and regulations, fire hazards, fire fight-
ing techniques, and related subjects.
Conduct fire prevention inspection and education programs.
Participate in fire drills and training exercises.
Respond to fire calls during off-duty hours.
Participate in continuous training in fire prevention, inspection and
suppression through both simulated and on-the-job exercises.
May be assigned as a paramedic if properly trained, certified and
appointed to perform such duties by the Fire Chief.
Serve as Acting Fire Engineer or Acting Captain as assigned for
emergency relief purposes.
QUALIFICATIONS
Knowledge of:
Rules, regulations, and operational procedures of the Fire
Department.
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Firefighter (Cont'd)
Ability to:
Demonstrate physical endurance, agility and strength sufficient
to meet the established standards of the City.
Demonstrate a high degree of mechanical aptitude.
Learn fire fighting methods and techniques, the operation of fire
fighting equipment, street location and physical layout of the
City, and major traffic and fire hazards.
Think and act quickly in emergencies.
Understand and follow oral and written directions promptly and
accurately.
Deal courteously and effectively with the general public.
Establish and maintain cooperative relationships with those
contacted in the course of work.
Experience and Education:
Ani combination equivalent to experience and education that
could likely provide the required knowledge and abilities in
qualifying.
Necessary Special Requirements:
Current certification as an Emergency Medical Technician IA in the
State of California.
Possession of a valid Class I11 California driver's license.
Certification and license must be maintained as a condition of
continued employment.
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