HomeMy WebLinkAboutCity of San Marcos; 2023-07-01; 70791
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AGREEMENT NO. 7079
FOR HOURLY USE OF EMERGENCY SERVICES TRAINING FACILITY
BETWEEN THE CITY OF SAN MARCOS
AND THE CITY OF CARLSBAD
[ NON-SUBSCRIPTION RENTAL (Hourly), SUBSCRIPTION RENTAL (Annual)]
THIS AGREEMENT FOR USE OF REGIONAL EMERGENCY SERVICES TRAINING FACILITY (“Facility”) is made as of
this 1ST day of July 2023, by and between the CITY OF SAN MARCOS, a municipal corporation, (“City”), and CITY
OF CARLSBAD (“Agency”).
RECITALS
A.Within San Diego County there exists a need for improved emergency services training to ensure
effective and efficient fire, emergency rescue and law enforcement services;
B.On April 12, 2001, the San Marcos City Council officially dedicated the new Regional Emergency Services
Training Center and directed that the Facility be made available to other fire, law enforcement and
rescue agencies;
C.City and Agency desire to increase regional cooperation and recognize the long term cost benefits
associated with shared use of a common training facility. The parties further recognize the
environmental benefits of a state-of-the-art facility combining use of well water with a Stormwater
Management-compliant water catchment/recirculation system.
D.City and Agency recognize the need for continuing collaboration on regional training issues and desire
that this agreement establish a mutually beneficial framework to achieve that goal.
NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of the foregoing recitals, the parties agree as follows:
PURPOSE OF AGREEMENT
The purpose of this agreement shall be to establish, to the maximum extent feasible, the rental terms and
conditions for use of the Facility, and administrative and operational roles of the parties.
TERM OF AGREEMENT
This Agreement shall be effective on the date first written above and shall expire one (1) year thereafter
(“Term”).
RENEWAL OF AGREEMENT
Agency shall endeavor to notify City at least sixty (60) days prior to the scheduled termination of this Agreement
of its desire to renew the Agreement. City shall provide Agency a new Agreement outlining new terms and
conditions, if any, at least thirty (30) days prior to the termination date.
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FEE (select only one):
HOURLY FEE
As consideration for its use of the Facility hereunder, Agency shall pay City an Hourly Fee for those
components of the Facility as outlined on the Facility Rate Schedule.
ANNUAL SUBSCRIPTION FEE
As consideration for its use of the Facility hereunder, Agency shall pay City an Annual Subscription Fee
(“Subscription Fee”) equivalent to One Hundred Ninety Dollars ($190) for each employee who regularly
responds to emergency incidents, as delineated in Agency’s most recently adopted operating budget.
During the term of this agreement, the subscription fee will be.
TIME AND PLACE OF PAYMENT
City shall invoice Agency for its Hourly Fee upon Agency scheduling such hours. Agency shall remit payment in
full to the attention of City’s Fire Department, 1 Civic Center Drive, San Marcos, CA 92069, within forty-five (45)
days of receipt of such invoice. A late charge equivalent to 5% of the unpaid balance shall be assessed on all
accounts ten (10) or more days past due.
USE RIGHTS (select only one):
HOURLY USE RIGHTS
Agency’s hourly use shall entitle it to use one or all of the following Facility components and systems
based on the hourly rate for each such component indicated on the attached Rate Schedule.
xEnvironmental (Burn) Room
xTower & Drill Ground (includes standpipe & sprinkler systems)
xArtificial Smoke
xVentilation Prop
xDrafting/Pump Test Pit
xSafety Officer/Technician
xClassrooms
xShade Structure/ Picnic Tables
xRestrooms
ANNUAL SUBSCRIPTION RIGHTS
Agency’s Annual Subscription shall entitle it to use of the following Facility components and systems
for three (3) eight (8) hour blocks of reserved training time per month throughout the Term:
xEnvironmental (Burn) Room
xTower (w/artificial smoke); includes standpipe & sprinkler systems
xDrill Ground w/ Night Lighting
xVentilation Prop
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xDrafting/Pump Test Pit
xTechnical Rescue Features
xVehicle Extrication Prop
xShade Structure/ Picnic Tables
xRestrooms
The presence of a City Fire Department Safety Technician (“City’s Safety Technician”) shall be required at all
exercises involving use of the burn room, artificial smoke and/or ventilation prop, and technical rescue features,
and is charged at the rate indicated on the Rate Schedule OR included in Agency’s Annual Subscription.
City shall stock the following equipment for Agency’s use at the Facility: (1) assortment of hard suction hoses
for drafting/pump test pit exercises; (2) rescue dummy; and (3) Kaiser Force Machine. Agency shall provide all
other portable equipment and supplies necessary to its exercise(s).
Expendable materials for the ventilation prop and approved combustible materials (e.g., pallets) for the burn
room are not included in the Hourly Fee but may be purchased from inventory at the Facility or used and
replaced on a 1 for 1, like-kind basis.
SAFETY TRAINING & MONITORING
City shall provide Agency and its employees a free orientation and written guidelines on the safe use and
operation of the Facility. Thereafter, it shall be the Agency’s responsibility to use the facility in a safe manner
as prescribed in the Tower Operations Manual attached as Exhibit “A” hereto. The presence of a City Safety
Technician shall be required at all exercises involving use of the burn room, artificial smoke, ventilation prop
and technical rescue features. The Safety Technician shall have the authority to stop or require modifications
to any exercise, which, in his/her opinion may result in injury to participants, or damage to the Facility. Agency
shall appoint a safety officer to coordinate with City’s Safety Technician and to perform safety monitoring
functions at all exercises where the Technician is not present.
USE OF FACILITY CLASSROOMS
Agency may elect to rent classrooms on an hourly basis, on the terms and conditions stated on the Rate
Schedule attached as Exhibit “B” hereto. If requested, City will endeavor to schedule Agency’s use of
classrooms concurrently with its use of the tower and/or other facility components, but makes no
representations concerning its ability to do so.
SCHEDULING OF FACILITY
HOURLY: Agency may schedule use of the Facility on an “as available”, “first come first served” basis by
contacting City’s Fire Administration staff. In the event Agency is unable to use its allotted time(s), it shall, as
soon as practical, notify City Fire Administration. Agency will be invoiced for hours scheduled not actual hours
used.
ANNUAL: Agency shall attend an annual scheduling meeting with City and other participating agencies for
the purpose of coordinating priority scheduling of the Facility during the contract year. Following publication
of the annual schedule, Agency may schedule additional use of the Facility, at no additional charge, on an “as
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available”, “first come first served” basis by contacting City’s Fire Administration staff. In the event Agency is
unable to use its allotted time(s), it shall, as soon as practical, notify City Fire Administration. Agency may
voluntarily exchange scheduled time(s) with another subscribing agency at no additional charge, provided,
however, that the party initiating the change shall first notify City Fire Administration.
Join Use of Training Facility. At the annual scheduling meeting, Agency may elect to schedule time with other
agencies to enhance regional training and cooperation. Participating agencies’ designated liaisons shall work
cooperatively in establishing the training drills, scenarios and objectives for interagency/ multi-company
training activities.
NOTICE OF DAMAGE
Agency shall notify City of any damage arising from its use of the Facility within twenty-four (24) hours of the
occurrence of such damage.
ACCIDENT/DAMAGE INVESTIGATION
The parties agree to fully and promptly cooperate in the investigation of injury and non-injury accidents and
Facility and/or equipment damage arising from Agency’s use of the Facility. City Fire Administration will
coordinate such investigations for the purpose of determining cause, responsibility and any physical or
operational modifications or improvements deemed necessary to improve Facility safety.
FACILITY CLEANUP
Agency shall be responsible for general cleanup of the Facility following its use of same. For purposes of this
Agreement, “cleanup” shall generally consist of depositing burned debris from the environmental room in the
on-site dumpster, removal of used roofing materials from the roof prop area, securing of all windows and doors,
and return of all equipment and training props to the storage room. Agency’s cleanup obligations are more
fully described in the Tower Operations Manual.
PENALTY FOR NON CLEAN UP
Agency shall pay a cleanup fee of $150 per occurrence if it fails to clean the Facility and store equipment
pursuant to the requirements of the Tower Operations Manual. Said penalty shall be due and payable in the
same manner as the Subscription Fee.
MAINTENANCE OF FACILITY
City shall be responsible for maintenance of the Facility and shall make all repairs and take such other actions
as may be required to maintain the Facility in a safe and sanitary condition in compliance with applicable laws.
UTILITIES
City shall pay all utility costs associated with operation of the Facility.
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IMPROVEMENTS/ALTERATIONS
Agency shall not make, nor shall it permit its employees to make, any improvement, modification, alteration or
addition to the Facility without the prior written consent of City.
ALCOHOL AND DRUG USE
No Agency employee on City property shall be in any way impaired due to the influence of alcohol, illegal drugs
or other controlled substances; neither shall they possess an open container of alcohol, consume alcohol, or
possess or consume an illegal drug or controlled substance, or offer or provide alcohol, illegal drugs or
controlled substances to another person while on City Property. Medically prescribed medications shall
constitute the only exception to this section. Agency shall be responsible for informing all of its employees of
the objective of a safe, healthy and productive training environment and the prohibition against drug or alcohol
use or impairment from same while on City property. Agency shall remove any employees found in violation of
this section of the Agreement.
INDEMNITY, HOLD HARMLESS
Agency shall defend, indemnify and hold harmless the City and San Marcos Fire Protection District (“District”)
and their officers, agents and employees against all claims for injury and/or damages, to persons or property,
arising out of the conduct of the Agency or its employees, agents or others in connection with its use and
occupation of the Facility under this Agreement, except only for those claims arising from the sole negligence
or willful misconduct of the City, District, or their officers, agents, or employees. Agency’s indemnification shall
include any and all costs, expenses, attorney’s fees and liability incurred by the City, District, or their officers,
agents, or employees in defending against such claims, whether the same proceed to judgment or not. Agency
at its own expense shall, upon written request by the City or District, defend any such suit or action brought
against the City, District or their officers, agents, or employees. Should a conflict arise, Agency shall bear the
cost of separate counsel for the City and/or District.
City shall defend, indemnify, and hold harmless the Agency and employees from and against all claims
damages, losses, and expenses, including attorney’s fees, arising out of or resulting from the performance by
City of the services specified in this agreement that are caused by the sole negligence or willful misconduct of
City, its employees or agents.
GENERAL LIABILITY INSURANCE
Agency shall be self-insured, or shall obtain and maintain throughout the Term, adequate insurance from a
carrier acceptable to the City insuring against loss from any personal liability, personal injury, bodily injury or
property damage arising from any operation or activity of Agency, its agents or employees as provided for in
this Agreement. Minimum coverage shall be $1,000,000 Combined Single Limit Liability. Said policy shall
include comprehensive, premises-operations/completed operations (10 years), and broad form property
damage, bodily injury and personal injury coverage. Coverage shall be provided on a “pay on behalf” basis,
with defense costs payable in addition to policy limits, there shall be no cross-liability exclusion, there shall be
no land subsidence exclusion, and there shall be no prohibition against payment of a SIR or deductible in the
event of the named insured’s failure to do so.
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WORKER’S COMPENSATION AND EMPLOYER’S LIABILITY INSURANCE
Agency shall obtain and maintain in effect throughout the Term, Workers' Compensation and Employer's
Liability Insurance providing full statutory coverage. The Workers' Compensation Policy shall provide for a
waiver of subrogation rights against the City and San Marcos Fire Protection District for any injuries to Agency’s
employees.
MISCELLANEOUS INSURANCE PROVISIONS
A copy of all policies of insurance shall be filed with City, and Agency shall deposit Certificates of Insurance and
endorsements thereon which name The City of San Marcos and San Marcos Fire Protection District as additional
insureds for Agency’s activities and operations at the Facility. Said policies shall specify that the policy may not
be terminated, altered or canceled without thirty (30) days prior written notice to City by the insurer.
Throughout the term of this Agreement, Agency shall immediately notify the City in writing of any and all claims,
accidents, and/or incidents, which might give rise to litigation arising out of Agency’s performance pursuant to
this Agreement.
Failure of Agency to obtain and maintain in force the required coverage, or to inform the City of changes in
required coverage or status of coverage held, shall be a breach of contract and Agency shall indemnify and
defend the City for any and all damages suffered or incurred as a result of such breach, including attorney's fees
and costs.
The requirements as to the types and limits of insurance coverage to be maintained by Agency as required by
this provision, and any approval of such insurance by City, are not intended to and shall not in any manner limit
or qualify the liabilities and obligations otherwise assumed by Agency pursuant to this Agreement including,
but not limited to, the hold harmless provision.
AGREEMENT MODIFICATION
This Agreement shall not be modified orally or in any manner other than by agreement in writing signed by the
parties hereto.
RELATIONSHIP OF PARTIES
This is an agreement by and between two independent parties and is not intended to, and shall not be
construed, to create the relationship of agent, servant, employee, partnership, joint venture, or association.
RESERVATION OF RIGHTS
City shall not unreasonably interfere with Agency’s use of the Emergency Services Training Facility while Agency
is in possession of the Facility. This is provided, however, that City specifically retains the following rights:
Right to Enter: City reserves the right to enter the Emergency Services Training Facility at any time with no
notice beforehand, for the purpose of performing maintenance, inspections, repairs or improvements, or to
intervene, if and as necessary, to assist Agency in the proper use of the Facility.
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Right to Stop: City may, at any time, stop Agency from the performance of any act or procedures deemed unsafe
or damaging by the City’s Safety Technician. Unsafe and/or damaging behavior shall include, but not be limited
to, procedures or practices outside the scope of normal fire service standards, or which might reasonably be
expected to result in bodily injury or damage to the Facility.
Right to Use or Let Remainder of Facility: City shall have the right to use or to let those Facility components not
scheduled for use by Agency during its reserved training period(s) to other emergency service agencies. In such
event, City shall make every effort to ensure that the activities of others do not impede or interfere with Agency’s
training objectives.
NOTICES
All notices, demands, requests, consents, or other communications which this Agreement contemplates or
authorizes, or requires or permits either party to give to the other, shall be in writing and shall be delivered or
mailed to the respective party as follows:
City of San Marcos:
San Marcos Fire Department
ATTN: Fire Chief
1 Civic Center Drive
San Marcos, CA 92069
Agency:
City of Carlsbad
Fire Department
2560 Orion Way
Carlsbad, CA 92010
Notices shall be deemed received upon personal service or seventy-two hours after placement in the United
States Mail, First Class, and Return Receipt Requested.
ENTIRE AGREEMENT
This Agreement comprises the entire understanding between City and Agency concerning the use and
occupation of the Facility and supersedes all prior negotiations, representations, or agreements. Each party
has relied on its own examination of the Facility, advice from its own attorneys, and the warranties,
representations, and covenants of the Agreement itself.
INTERPRETATION OF AGREEMENT
The interpretation, validity and enforcement of the Agreement shall be governed by and construed under the
laws of the State of California. The Agreement does not limit any other rights or remedies available to City.
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SEVERABILITY
Should any provision hereof be found or deemed to be invalid by a court with appropriate jurisdiction, the
Agreement shall be construed as not containing such provision, and all other provisions, which are otherwise
lawful, shall remain in full force and effect, and to this end the provisions of this Agreement are severable.
COMPLIANCE WITH LAW
Agency shall be responsible for complying with all local, state, and federal laws whether or not said laws are
expressly stated or referred to herein.
AUTHORIZED SIGNATURE
The individuals executing this Agreement represent and warrant that they have the right, power, legal capacity
and authority to enter into and to execute this Agreement on behalf of their respective legal entities and to bind
such entities to the terms hereof.
ELECTRONIC SIGNATURE AND COUNTERPARTS
This Agreement and other actions and documents related to this Agreement may be executed in any number of
counterparts, each of which when executed and delivered will for all purposes be deemed to be an original, and
all of which taken together will constitute one and the same document. The counterparts of this Agreement and
all other actions and documents executed in connection herewith may be executed and delivered by facsimile
or other electronic signature by any of the parties to any other party and the receiving party may rely on the
receipt of such document so executed and delivered by facsimile or other electronic means as if the original
had been received. The parties agree that the electronic signature of a party to this Agreement and any other
actions and documents related to this Agreement, shall be as valid as an original signature of such party and
shall be effective to bind such party to this Agreement. The parties agree that any electronically signed
document (including this Agreement) shall be deemed (i) to be “written” or “in writing,” (ii) to have been signed
and (iii) to constitute a record established and maintained in the ordinary course of business and an original
written record when printed from electronic files.
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IN WITNESS WHEREOF the parties hereto do hereby agree to the full performance of the covenants herein
contained and have caused this Agreement to be executed by setting hereunto their signatures as of the date
first set forth above.
CITY:
City of San Marcos
I( DocuSigned by:
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Jack Griffin, City Manager
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Phillip Scollick, City Clerk
AGENCY:
City of Carlsbad
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APPROVED AS TO FORM
Cindie K. McMah.QO~. City Attorney
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City of Carlsbad, Califomia
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EXHIBIT A
TOWER OPERATIONS MANUAL
Revised June 2019
SAN MARCOS
FIRE DEPARTMENT
Training Center
Operations Manual
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INTRODUCTION .................................................................................................................. 1
Purpose of this Manual ..................................................................................................................... 2
Scheduling of the Training Center .................................................................................................... 3
Approach to the Training Center ...................................................................................................... 3
Parking and Driving on the Training Center Grounds ...................................................................... 3
Tower/Classroom Access ................................................................................................................. 4
Reporting Damage/Maintenance Needs ........................................................................................... 4
Accident/Injury/Damage Investigations ........................................................................................... 4
CLASSROOM BUILDING .................................................................................................... 5
Exterior Doors ................................................................................................................................... 5
Classroom Set-Up ............................................................................................................................. 5
Room Dividers .................................................................................................................................. 5
Audio/Visual ..................................................................................................................................... 6
TOWER ................................................................................................................................ 6
Drill Set-Up ....................................................................................................................................... 6
Flowing Water .................................................................................................................................. 7
Pump Room ...................................................................................................................................... 7
Pump Test Pit .................................................................................................................................... 8
Standpipe System .............................................................................................................................. 8
Use of Artificial Smoke .................................................................................................................... 9
Control Panel .................................................................................................................................... 9
TECHNICAL TRAINING .................................................................................................... 11
Rescue Systems I ............................................................................................................................ 12
Heavy Objects ................................................................................................................................. 12
Low Angle ...................................................................................................................................... 13
Emergency Building Shores ........................................................................................................... 13
Breaking and Breaching .................................................................................................................. 14
Ladder Rescue Systems .................................................................................................................. 14
Environmental/Burn Room ............................................................................................................. 14
Forcible Entry Props ....................................................................................................................... 15
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Ventilation Props ............................................................................................................................ 16
APPENDIX A ..................................................................................................................... 17
APPENDIX B ..................................................................................................................... 19
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INTRODUCTION
Welcome to the San Marcos Regional Emergency
Services Training Center. This facility offers diverse
training opportunities for fire, law enforcement,
emergency medical, and other related emergency
service organizations. The Training Center is located
at 184 Santar Place in San Marcos with easy access
from Highway 78. The facility features a five story
fire/rescue drill tower and fully equipped instructional
building.
The drill tower is extremely flexible and provides for a number of drill scenarios for training
purposes. Floor levels one through three include re-configurable floor plans to accommodate
search and rescue training scenarios. The tower is also capable of providing a realistic smoke
environment utilizing artificial smoke in floors one through three. Located on the second floor
is a pitched residential ventilation prop and on the fourth floor is a flat commercial ventilation
prop. An environmental/burn room for conducting live fire training exercises is also available.
A key training prop included in the drill tower is a working fire sprinkler and standpipe system,
designed to be used interactively during multi-company drills and training evolutions.
Agencies in need of a facility to adequately test fire
apparatus pumps or to hold pump operator testing,
will be especially attracted to the fire pump test
facility. The pump test component can have a
positive impact on departments currently searching
for alternatives to conserve water and to meet
mandatory water runoff requirements.
Technical rescue training needs can be met using various engineered props. Anchors are
located throughout the tower and on the low angle prop for a variety of rope related rescues.
A lead climb prop, located on the West drill tower wall, provides for a challenging and
confidence building exercise. Also located on the drill ground are all weather prop areas for
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low angle rope rescues, lifting and moving of heavy objects, vehicle extrication, and
controlled propane/natural gas training exercises. Additionally, adequate room is available
on the concrete staging apron for training on manipulative and basic driving skills.
Purpose of this Manual
The purpose of this manual is to provide instruction on how to use the Training Center in a
safe and standardized manner, while at the same time ensuring that the facility is not
damaged or misused in any way. Additionally, in order to increase the realism of your drill
simulations, it is important to have a full understanding of the Training Center’s operational
capabilities. However, the most important goal of this manual is to ensure your personal
safety.
Fire service training is a vital part of all fire department operations. If you do not follow
prescribed written policies and standard operating procedures, your training exercises and
simulations can result in serious injury or death. In the 10 year period from 2007 through
2017, the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA)1 reported that 101 Firefighters died
while engaged in training activities. Training related deaths have covered a broad range of
activities all of which will take place at this facility.
Additionally, in 2017, the NFPA reported over 8,380 Firefighter injuries while Firefighters
were engaged in some sort of training activity. Therefore, it is clear by the data, that you
stand the risk of serious injury, death, or can cause damage to the Training Center and
related equipment if you:
Are not in good physical condition as required by your job description
Are not properly trained on the use of this facility and follow the procedures set
forth
Do not follow prescribed training standards and normal department operating
procedures
You will be asked to leave the facility and a letter will be sent to your department if anyone
fails to abide by the procedures set forth in this manual or fails to follow recognized standard
operating procedures within the scope of normal fire service standards. Our intent is solely
to impress upon you the need to remember that “Safe Training is Successful Training”.
1 National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), U.S. Firefighter Deaths Related to Training, 2007-2017. Fahy. 2018
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Scheduling of the Training Center
Use of this facility needs to be pre-scheduled in order for a smooth operation of the facility to
occur. Your department or agency should have designated representatives to avoid multiple
phone calls trying to schedule the same event. The representative shall contact the San
Marcos Fire Department’s Office Specialist at (760) 744 1050 ext. 3410.
Approach to the Training Center
When approaching the facility, you should enter off of Santar Place, which is accessed off of
Rancheros Drive. Santar Place serves a number of small industrial businesses, the San
Marcos School District, the San Marcos Public Works Department, California Department of
Motor Vehicles (DMV), and the San Marcos Sheriff Station. Due to the size and number of
vehicles you may encounter, you should proceed cautiously on this street. We recommend
that vehicles do not exceed 20 mph and that you slow to 5 mph when turning into the parking
lot of the Training Center. Do not cut through the parking lot of the local businesses to access
Santar Place.
Parking and Driving on the Training Center Grounds
Upon entering the Training Center grounds, Fire
apparatus should not exceed 5 MPH. Fire apparatus
should proceed down the main driveway and enter
the drill ground through the electric gate that is
adjacent to the classroom building. To open the
gate, use the gate code that was issued to your
agency. This will lock the gate into the open position.
Upon exiting the facility enter the code again and the
gate will close approximately 30 seconds later. Vehicles entering the Tower area should
come to a complete stop to make sure that they are not interfering with an on-going drill.
Vehicle traffic around the Tower is always clockwise. During the course of a drill, the Drill
Coordinator may have apparatus move in a counter clockwise fashion. However, it is the Drill
Coordinator as well as the apparatus operator’s responsibility to communicate the travel
patterns that will be used. Apparatus should stage on the South side of the tower, facing the
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gate entrance. If space is available, it is preferable for all apparatus to line up in unison.
Apparatus are not permitted to park adjacent to the classroom building as it impedes access
to the rest/shade area and restroom facilities.
Private vehicles may enter the training grounds to unload personnel and equipment only. In
all cases, private vehicles are to be parked within one of the designated parking spaces
located in front of the classroom building. The City of San Marcos and San Marcos Fire
Department are not liable for any vehicle damage or loss from theft to any vehicle, or
apparatus while on the grounds of the Training Center.
Tower/Classroom Access
There is a keypad entrance system that can gain access
to the classroom building via a code. This code will be
issued with your contract. Please limit the use of this
code to the appropriate personnel. Your code is unique
to your agency and can be tracked back if problems
arise. You are responsible for ensuring the Training Center is secure when you leave.
Reporting Damage/Maintenance Needs
In order to maintain the Training Center in a state of readiness at all times, damage to any
facility equipment or to the Tower itself must be reported immediately, but no later than 24
hours from occurrence. To report damage that has occurred during normal business hours,
dial (760) 744-1050 ext. 3410 to reach the San Marcos Fire Department Administration who
will then contact the appropriate Chief Officer. You may also contact NorthComm at (858)
756-3006 and have the on-duty Battalion Chief paged. Please provide a call back number
and/or a radio channel. The San Marcos Battalion Chief will then review the problem and
make arrangements for the necessary repairs and/or replacement.
Accident/Injury/Damage Investigations
All on-site injuries to personnel, facility, and equipment damage will be investigated for the
purpose of determining cause, responsibility, and overall system improvements that may be
made to improve Training Center safety and operations.
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In the event of an accident, injury or damage occurs; please notify the on-duty San Marcos
Battalion Chief immediately through NorthComm at (858) 756-3006. Please provide a
callback number and/or a radio channel that you can be contacted on. San Marcos Fire
Administration will coordinate all accident investigations involving Training Center property.
CLASSROOM BUILDING
Exterior Doors
There are three main entry doors that can be unlocked while the facility is in use. Due to
the climate controlled HVAC system, at no time should any exterior door be propped open
for an extended period of time.
Classroom Set-Up
There are two classrooms on each side of this facility for a total of four classrooms. They are
numbered 1A, 1B, 2A, and 2B. The ‘A’ classrooms have a capacity of 35 with table and chairs
and the ‘B’ classrooms have a capacity of 25 with tables and chairs. On each side, the
classroom can be placed into one classroom of 60.
Seating Capacity
Table & Chairs Max Occupancy
1A 35 96
1B 25 49
2A 35 96
2B 25 49
1A/1B 60 163
2A/2B 60 163
Room Dividers
Rooms can be divided using the in-wall partition system. The first wall
section must be pulled out and placed at the opposite end of the room. In
the side of each wall section, there is a mechanism that you must turn
using the hand crank mounted in the wall divider storage area. Each
section of wall must be locked down prior to putting the next one in place.
The wall must be locked into place if they are out of the storage area. This
will reduce the stress on the wall sections and provided a better sound
barrier between rooms.
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Audio/Visual
This Training Center has been equipped with state of the art
audio/visual equipment. Classrooms 1A and 2A are set up with
an overhead projection system that can display computer
image, video (DVD, Cable, Apple TV), or overhead images.
Images can also be displayed on a mounted monitor in all four
classrooms.
Refer to Appendix A for step-by-step instructions on how to
operate the audio/visual equipment. If you have any additional
questions please contact the San Marcos Fire Department’s
Office Specialist at (760) 744-1050, ext. 3410.
TOWER
Drill Set-Up
Prior to the start-up of a drill within the Tower, all participants should have a general
understanding of how the Drill Tower has been configured. We recommend a general walk
thru with personnel who may not have previously trained within the facility. For safety
reasons, drill participants should be familiar with the interior and exterior stairwells, window
openings, swing gates, balconies, and the ventilation prop opening. The purpose is to avoid
accidental injuries that would result from personnel falling through or from any of these
openings or ledges.
Equipment or apparatus that will not be involved in the drill should be staged in a manner
that will not confuse drill participants or subject them to possible injury. In all interior
exercises, we recommend that you adhere to department or agency policy and use the buddy
system as applicable and required.
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Flowing Water
The Training Tower water system uses a re-circulating
water system that captures all runoff. The system consists
of a 60,000 gallon water cistern, four 5,000 gallon
clarifiers, a backup well, and a sophisticated fire pump
system that feeds the on-site hydrants. Although the
majority of drills will use water applications between 150
to 300 GPM, the water system can handle flows up to
3,000 gallons per minute. Hand lines can be operated in the interior Tower floors and in the
burn room. Water can be applied via hand lines or master streams to the outside of the
structure as long as it is not directly applied to closed windows, closed doors, exterior light
fixtures or the metal stack used for the burn room. In all cases, we recommend normal
application of water as it would relate to common fire ground activities. Since a master stream
application would be considered a defensive attack, personnel are not permitted in the Tower
when a master stream is flowing.
In all cases, water is not to be applied in or on the pump room or directly at a closed window.
Additionally, water is not to be applied onto the roll up storage door, or in the storage room.
For obvious reasons, water is not to be applied in the classrooms.
The use of foam is strictly prohibited on any part of the Training Center
Pump Room
The main pump room for the Tower contains the main fire pump, water clarification system,
ozone system, and necessary computer equipment for the on-site water system. It is not
necessary for personnel to enter this room and change any of the computer settings or
manipulate any controls, as the system is completely automated. However, if an emergency
occurs and the system will not adequately pump water, you should contact the on-duty San
Marcos Battalion Chief for assistance by contacting NorthComm at (858) 756-3006. The
Battalion Chief will then provide support on correcting your problem. The pump room is off
limits to all non-authorized personnel.
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Pump Test Pit
The pump test pit has been designed to adequately test Type I and Type III engines up to
2,000 GPM and can be used to perform engineer manipulative examinations. To use the test
pit, locate the hard suction hose stored in the storage room. To access the storage room
there is a key in the key box located on the left side of the roll up door located on the South
side of the tower. This code can be obtained from the San Marcos Fire Department’s Office
Specialist. All apparatus fluids must be captured and properly disposed of, therefore a fluid
catch basin is provided in the storage room. All fluids discharged and not captured in the
catch basin should be cleaned prior to leaving. The facility has a built in discharge manifold
to connect the discharge lines and the necessary nozzle and or pitot gauges. Pump test pit
set up and operational service tests should comply with NFPA 1911, Fire Service Tests of
Fire Pump Systems on Fire Apparatus.
Note: The hard suction is
provided; all nozzles and other
test equipment are not supplied.
Standpipe System
The standpipe system can be used either wet or dry. To use the system
as a dry standpipe, be sure to close the Post Indicator Valve (PIV) located
adjacent to the tower. An engine can then be directed to take the wall
mounted standpipe connection and charge the system. Fire crews within
the building can then connect to the standpipe with their attack lines,
opening the valves as necessary to begin water application.
When the standpipe system is used as a wet system, it is
necessary that you close the PIV and open the first floor
connection to drain it after use. Return PIV valve keys to the PIV
valve prior to leaving.
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Use of Artificial Smoke
To enhance your training simulations and multi-company drills, the
artificial smoke generation system is capable of providing a realistic
artificial smoke environment inside of floor levels one through three.
The equipment for the artificial smoke system
is located in the control room located on the
North side of the tower. It consists of the smoke fluid, the smoke
generator, and the turbo fan, which is attached to the piping system.
Prior to starting the smoke system, it is important to preplan what rooms
you want artificial smoke to be discharged in. Additionally, you may want to add smoke in
additional rooms and at varying levels of smoke density as the drill
progresses. Therefore, it is important to acquaint yourself with all of the
valves and piping. Once you have located the correct valves to open,
proper smoke generation can be obtained by following the steps listed in
Appendix B. Please remember that the equipment can be damaged if
proper start up and shut down procedures are not adhered to.
Creating a realistic structure fire environment takes very little running time. It is important to
turn the red power switch to the off position when smoke is no longer needed. In-between
drills, the Drill Coordinator should secure the system in order to not waste the smoke fluid
and to increase the life of the operating equipment. (Refer to Appendix B for specific
directions)
Due to the simulated smoke being a respiratory irritant, any participants involved with
the training smoke must wear full PPE including SCBA or APR.
Control Panel
Located within the Fire Control Room is the Fire Control Panel. This room can be used to
simulate a Fire Control room during exercises. The control panel has a diagram of each floor
of the Training Tower and has two sets of switches that control the lights on the various floors.
The clear switches turn on an overhead white light. The red switches turn on a red lower light
to simulate the fire location. Before conducting your drill, it is important to preplan your light
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set up so that the smoke conditions will match the lights you have elected to use. On the top
of the panel, there is a single switch for all exterior lights.
The fifth floor deck has overhead lights that can be turned on when the interior stairwell switch
is turned on. There is also a switch behind the first support beam of the awning that will
isolate the fifth floor lights. Both switches must be on for the fifth floor lights to work. As with
all components of the Training Tower, it is important to secure the panel when not in use by
turning all the light switches to the off position. Manually check all switches, as an indicator
light may not be working.
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TECHNICAL TRAINING
The Tower has been designed to provide a multitude of training opportunities if used
correctly. If used incorrectly the result can be disastrous. Please follow the guidelines given
to provide the safest environment for your students and personnel. Additionally, adequate
room is available on the concrete staging apron for practicing manipulative skills and basic
driving skills.
Technical rescue training needs can be met using various engineered props. Manufactured
anchor points have been placed throughout the facility and on a low
angle prop for the specific use of securing ropes and rescue
equipment. These are the only approved anchor points and should
be used exclusively. Ropes and related equipment are not
provided. Engineered picket anchors are provided on the North side
of the Tower next to the connex boxes. Pickets and other rope
related equipment is not provided.
Located on the drill grounds is a designated
area for vehicle extrication and controlled
propane/natural gas training exercises.
Care should be taken to control vehicle
fluids from entering into the storm drain
system. Please keep this area clean by
placing metal and glass debris back into the
respective vehicle. Other trash and debris should be placed into the dumpster.
Do not place any hot items in the dumpster
The railings shall not be
used to secure ropes for
personnel.
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Rescue Systems I
The Tower can be used to teach many other classes required to train rescue personnel.
Rescue Systems I props are provided on-site in compliance with the California State Fire
Marshal Rescue Systems I curriculum. Use of these props requires the constant presence of
a certified and active Rescue Systems I Instructor who is familiar with the on-site props. The
on-site props include Heavy Objects, Rope Rescue Systems, Emergency Building Shores,
Breaking and Breaching, and Ladder Rescue Systems. Wood, drywall, concrete, or any other
material used to create the props must be replaced. These consumable items are not
provided.
Heavy Objects
Concrete blocks and slabs are provided for moving and
stabilizing heavy objects. Extreme care should be used
when working with these props. The concrete cubes are
3600 pounds and can be lifted, rolled over and rotated on
rollers. The concrete slabs are 8000 pounds and can be
lifted, stacked and rotated
on rollers. Stacked slabs are dynamic props. Extreme caution
must be used when working with stacked slabs. All props
should be returned to their original starting position prior to
leaving the facility.
Located on the heavy objects concrete pad is a supply of
cribbing. The cribbing consists of various diameters of
lumber. Please keep the cribbing area neat, clean and
organized. Pry bars, air bags, rollers, and any other
material used to operate the prop are not provided.
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Low Angle
The low angle prop is located on the West bank of the Training
Center grounds. Engineered anchors are provided to assist with
rope operations. This prop allows the use of single and multiple
anchor systems, RPM overview, simple and complex rope systems
including “Z”-rig, ladder rig, and piggy-back rope operations.
Tyrolean systems can also be created
between the low angle prop and the
Tower. Please avoid extending rope
operations North or South of the
concrete pad. Due to irrigation piping, picket systems are not
allowed in this area.
Emergency Building Shores
Simulated floor joists allow for the construction of interior shoring
systems. These shoring systems include two types of window and
door shores, various types of spot shores, two and
three post vertical shores and horizontal shores.
These shoring systems are in compliance with the
Rescue Systems I curriculum. Wood, nails,
hammers, saws, and any other material used to
create the props are not provided. These consumable items are required to
properly use and maintain the prop.
Exterior shores that can be constructed include the solid sole and flying raker systems. All
shoring systems can be dismantled and reconstructed in
compliance with the Rescue Systems I curriculum.
Consumable items such as wood, nails, hammers, saws, and
any other material used to create the props are not provided.
Metal boxes for footings are available on-site.
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Breaking and Breaching
Six concrete pipes are located to the west of the drill grounds next to the heavy objects area.
Each pipe is separated and blocked by different construction material requiring rescuers to
break and breach through to gain access. Metal frames are provided to create the various
barriers. Plywood, drywall, concrete, wire mesh, electrical wiring, or any other consumable
material used to create the props is not provided.
Ladder Rescue Systems
There are several locations on the drill grounds and Tower for ladder rescue systems. Ladder
Gins and Ladder “A” frames can be constructed on the North side of the Tower in the vehicle
extrication area. Ladder Slide evolutions can be made with a 35’ ladder placed towards the
third story balcony on the South side of the tower. An anchor is specifically provided on the
third floor for this evolution. Moving ladder slide operations can be made with a 16’ ladder
over the burn room. Interior/exterior ladder operations are performed using the windows on
the North side of the Tower. Ladders, ropes and related equipment are not provided.
Environmental/Burn Room
The environmental/burn room is the only place within the facility that live fire is
allowed. There will be no exceptions. The room is located on the far East side of the
building and is one story. There is an interior access through the North side of the tower.
When the room is used, there must be a trained representative from the San Marcos
Fire Department present at all times. The room is set-up for the instruction of fire behavior
and small fire attacks; it is not constructed for large fires.
Pallets or plywood are the only items that are allowed to be burned in the room (maximum of
five pallets). There is a metal rack in the room that must be used to stack the pallets on. The
rack needs to be positioned directly over the burn tiles, not directly against any walls, doors,
or directly under the exhaust damper. Pallets are to be provided by the agency conducting
the burning operation. Flammable liquids, accelerants or hay are not allowed. Newspaper is
the appropriate kindling for the pallets.
Foam Operations, regardless of type or class, are not permitted!
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The burn room, connecting room and adjacent areas must be cleaned thoroughly prior to
leaving the facility. The room should be opened and given a chance to cool down prior to
clean up. All burned items should be fully extinguished and placed into the 40 yard dumpster
that is located in the Northwest corner of the training grounds. Do not place any hot items
in the dumpster. You will be liable for the damage and cost of extinguishment if this occurs.
Forcible Entry Props
There are two door props that require wooden
dowels and blocks. One door is bolted to the
wall of the Training Tower on the North side.
The other door prop is portable and can be
rolled around. Increasing the number of
dowels and blocks you add to the doors will
determine how challenging the prop will be.
There are two props that simulate cutting through a roll-up door. These props utilize metal
plates that are clamped into place on the sides of the Training Center walls.
Lastly, there is a prop which simulates cutting through a metal
plate and locking pin on a security door. This prop is located on
the South side of the Tower and consists of rebar and a metal
plate that is clamped into place simulating a commercial security
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Ventilation Props
The Tower has two ventilation props to
provide flexibility for different scenarios
during training. The props are left fully
sheeted and ready for use. It is the
responsibility of the department or agency
using the props to leave the props fully
functional. There is a stockpile of 4’ X 8’ OSB
sheeting at the facility. The department or
agency must replace all wood used.
There is a commercial prop built on the the fourth floor. This is a flat panelized roof prop built
as a normal roof without the roof covering material. The prop does have a removable
covered opening to the third floor.
The residential prop is on the roof of the
environmental/burn room. This prop is a
single sided, pitched roof that is sheeted with
no roof covering material. The residential
prop has been built with 4” X 6” rafters to
provide extra safety.
Instructors and observers can view the
training exercise from a safe location next to
either of the props, which opens up
opportunities for learning in ways not usually
available for this type of training.
The prop areas must be cleaned prior to leaving the Training Center. All waste lumber should
be picked up and the area should be swept. All debris should be placed into the dumpster.
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APPENDIX A
TRAINING CLASSROOM AUDIO/VISUAL SYSTEM
Using the control panel pictured on the right:
The login password is: 92069 (San Marcos Zip Code)
Once you login select the SOURCE you would like to
use, the screen will automatically lower. (See source
list below)
*Leave computer station on and only power off from the touch screen panel
SOURCE OPTIONS:
PROJECTOR & SCREEN – DO NOT USE
LOCAL PC – will display from the PC in the computer cabinet.
CABLE – Will display cable channels on the TV/Projector.
You must manually turn on the TV.
WALL PLATE – Will display anything connected via HDMI or VGA to the screen.
(Laptop/ELMO visual presenter/etc.)
APPLE TV – will utilize the Apple TV permanently connected to the system. There
is no iTunes account/login, the instructor can mirror their own Apple device to the
screen.
BLU-RAY – will utilize the located Blu-ray player in the computer cabinet. Requires
the use of the Blu-ray remote in the computer cabinet.
SYSTEM OFF – This will shut the system down and raise the screen. If the TV
was turned on, it will need to be manually turned off. Please leave computer on.
SIDE NOTES:
Volume Control is on display panel. (Pictured below)
Projector does not need to be powered on
manually, it will power on once you have
selected your source.
All connections will automatically turn on
(except TV). There is no need to turn on
computer, projector, raise/lower screen.
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Room 1B or 2B Smart Screen Operation
1. Power on laptop computer and Smart Screen.
2. Locate wall connection cables in the lower rear corner of the classroom.
3. Connect the laptop to either HDMI or VGA cable to display the laptop feed onto the
Smart Screen. Use adaptor if needed (adaptors are available in the Tac office).
4. Connect USB cable to laptop computer to enable laptop control through Smart Screen
pen controller.
5. Smart Screen audio will be enabled only when a VGA connection is made.
6. To shutdown, power down Smart Screen and disconnect any cable connections from
laptop. If any adaptors were used, return to Tac office.
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APPENDIX B
Operating Instructions for the Battle Fogger Smoke Generator
1. The Battle Fogger must only be connected to a grounded receptacle capable of
sustaining at least 15 Amps. The supply should be ‘clean’ and free of interference.
2. Open a container of Ultratec Special Effects fog fluid, remove cap and break foil seal
(if provided). Remove cap from Battle Fogger fluid reservoir. Fill with fluid, being
careful not to overfill reservoir. Replace both caps securely.
3. Connect the remote handset supplied with the machine, to the connector which is
located on the rear panel.
4. Turn on the Main Power switch located on the rear panel. The Power switch will
illuminate to indicate the presence of power, the handset indicator on the remote
handset will also illuminate with a slow flash. If the handset indicator of the remote
handset does not illuminate, ensure the connector is properly inserted.
5. The handset indicator will flash slowly as the machine heats up. The indicator will
begin flashing quickly when the fog machine is ready to operate. After approximately
9 minutes the indicator light will be solid when the fog machine has fully heated up for
full optimum fog output.
6. When the smoke generator is no longer required, turn the red power switch to off.
7. Allow fan to continue to run for 3-5 minutes to blow any residual smoke from the
system.
8. Turn the power strip off.
9. Close the valves to all rooms.
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EXHIBIT B
RATE SCHEDULE
Annual Subscription
Agencies wishing to realize the benefits of regular training at the Center may
subscribe to use of the training tower and drill ground facilities on an annual basis.
Cost:$190 per uniformed emergency response employee
Example:Department fielding 48 fire suppression employees = $9,120/year
Includes:Use of the following for three (3) 8 hour blocks of reserved training time per month:
Environmental Burn Room
Tower and Drill Ground (w/artificial smoke)
Ventilation Prop
Drafting/Pump Test Pit
Technical Rescue Features
Vehicle Extraction and Natural/Propane Gas Props
SMFD Safety Officer1
Exclusions:
Use of Classrooms (may be scheduled @ additional charge)
Pump Testing Equipment (assortment of hard suction hoses provided)
Expendable Ventilation Prop Materials (may be used from inventory and
replaced on a one for one, like-kind basis)
Approved Combustibles (e.g., pallets) for Burn Room
Facility Clean Up
Hourly Rental
Facilities are also available(alone or in combination) at the following hourly rates:
Facility Public Agency Private Entity
60 Seat Classroom $70/Hour $90/Hour
35 Seat Classroom $50/Hour $70/Hour
25 Seat Classroom $40/Hour $60/Hour
Environmental Burn Room2 $100/Hour call
Tower & Drill Ground $40/Hour call
Artificial Smoke $10/Hour call
Ventilation Prop2 $25/Hour call
Drafting/Pump Test Pit $25/Hour call
Safety Officer1 $35/Hour call
For scheduling or more information please call (760) 744-1050, extension 3410
1 presence of SMFD Safety Officer is required @ all exercises involving use of the burn room, artificial smoke, and technical rescue
features or ventilation prop
2 excludes expendable materials
City of San Marcos
Regional Emergency Services Training Center
RATE SCHEDULE
Effective January 01, 2009