Driver/Operator: Pumping Apparatus 1002.2017

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Course Schedule

October 26, 2026 @ 6:00 PM - November 12, 2026 @ 10:00 PM
(Mondays & Wednesdays 18:00-22:00, Thursday 18:00-22:00, Saturday 08:00-16:30)

Location

Raymond S. Burton Training Facility
Bethlehem, NH

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Course Description

At the conclusion of this course fire department personnel will be able to operate apparatus equipped with pumping devices by performing preventive maintenance checks and services, communicate using mobile communications equipment and technology, drive pumping apparatus on roadways, and operate fire department pumps during emergency incidents to ensure public safety, crew safety, and successful fireground operations while avoiding damage to the emergency vehicle entrusted to them.

Please contact Doug Stevens at douglas.n.stevens@dos.nh.gov with questions about this course.

See below for cost and prerequisites.

Days of the week and locations are subject to change based on availability and program needs.

Class Schedule: 

Mon 10/26/26, 1800-2200
Wed 10/28/26, 1800-2200
Sat 10/31/26, 0800-1630
Mon 11/2/26, 1800-2200
Wed 11/4/26, 1800-2200
Sat 11/7/26, 0800-1630
Mon 11/9/26, 1800-2200 (test #1)
Tue 11/10/26, 1800-2200 (test #2)
Thu 11/12/26, 1800-2200 (test #3)

 

The Driver/Operator-Pumping Apparatus class is designed to provide students with the basic knowledge and skills required to safely operate fire service pumping apparatus. A combination of classroom instruction and hands-on skill drills cover basic pump terminology, design and construction, driving and positioning, hose and nozzles from the perspective of the pump operator, water supplies, hydraulic theory and fire ground calculations, operation of the pump, operation of the foam systems, readiness checks, maintenance, and testing. Students learn about all types of pumps and are given the knowledge required to understand and manufacturer specific considerations for the safe operation of pumping apparatus. Successful completion will result in ProBoard certification.

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Course Reference Number

CREF: 2326DOP12919

Cost

Affiliated: $355.00
Unaffiliated: $1,465.00

Maximum Class Size

16

Prerequisites

To ensure the safety and effectiveness of all participants, prerequisites must be met at the time of registration unless otherwise specified in the course description. These prerequisites are carefully chosen to match the skills, knowledge, and certifications necessary for successful participation in the course. If a valid certification is required (e.g., CPR certification), it must remain current throughout the course. Participants are responsible for renewing any mandatory certifications that may expire during the course period. Failure to meet the stated prerequisites may result in ineligibility to attend the course.

For questions or clarification about prerequisites or certifications, please contact the course coordinator prior to registering.

Prerequisites: Driver/Operator: All Vehicles, Valid Driver’s License

Registration

NOT YET OPEN

Registration for this course is not open yet. Please check back after the Registration Open date to the for more details and to secure your spot.

At the time of registration, all prerequisites must be met to ensure eligibility for the course.

  • Please use our new general admission application to apply for this course.
  • Please allow up to two weeks for application processing before contacting the NHFA for status of your application.
  • Please visit our website for more information about our new Enrollment policy.

Additionally, every applicant must have an account in the state’s student information system to receive credit for class attendance. Please visit RespondNH.org to access your account.

 

  • Registration Opens: April 15, 2026 @ 08:00
  • Registration Closes: October 19, 2026 @ 08:00

Coordinator

Douglas Stevens

Location

Raymond S. Burton Training Facility

Address:

80 Ray Burton Drive
Bethlehem, NH United States