Fire Fighter II

Department of Forestry and Fire Protection

Training and Experience Evaluation
The California civil service selection system is merit-based and eligibility for
appointment is established through a formal examination process. The
Department of Forestry and Fire Protection’s Fire Fighter II examination consists
of a Training and Experience evaluation used to evaluate your education,
training, and experience.

This Training and Experience Evaluation is a scored component accounting for

100% of your rating in this examination. It is important to complete the
questionnaire carefully and accurately. Your responses are subject to verification
before appointment to a position.
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Training and Experience Evaluation

Section 1: Tasks

Instructions:
Using the rating scale(s) provided below, you will rate your experience
performing specific job-related tasks.

Respond to each of the following statements by indicating how the statement

applies to you. You are required to respond to every statement by marking one
option from the scale(s) provided.

In responding to each statement, you may refer to your FORMAL EDUCATION,

FORMAL TRAINING COURSES, and/or WORK EXPERIENCE whether paid or
volunteer.

Knowledge related to performing this action:

Extensive knowledge—I possess an expert knowledge level to the extent
that I could effectively perform this task in the most difficult and complex
situations, and I could instruct others on specific aspects of this task.
Substantial knowledge—I possess an advanced knowledge level to the
extent that I could effectively perform this task under the majority of
circumstances or situations encountered.
Moderate knowledge—I possess a sufficient knowledge level that would
allow me to perform this task successfully.
Limited knowledge—I have some knowledge of how to perform this task,
but may require additional instruction to apply my knowledge effectively.
ITEM #

No knowledge—I have no knowledge of how to perform this task or what it

may entail.

Connecting hose to water sources to charge hose lines for fire suppression or
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other emergency response activities.
Making forcible entry into structures when necessary to extinguish/suppress
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fires and preserve life utilizing hand tools and/or power tools.
Performing daily equipment and safety gear checks (e.g., personal protective
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equipment, medical supplies, ladders) in preparation for emergency response.
Carrying, maneuvering, raising, and lowering various types of ladders during
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emergency incidents and routine training activities.
Carrying, dragging, and hoisting hose around obstacles, over uneven terrain,
5 up and down stairs, and/or up and down ladders to provide water for
suppression, rescue, and exposure protection.
Identifying, securing, and controlling utilities (e.g., gas, electric, water, special
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hazards) as required by incidents to reduce scene hazards.
Extricating patients trapped in vehicles using hydraulic spreading tools, air
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spreading tools, cuttings tools, and stabilizing tools.
Implementing exposure protection (e.g., attached structures, structures in close
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proximity, brush) to reduce risk of fire spread.

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Knowledge related to performing this action:

Extensive knowledge—I possess an expert knowledge level to the extent
that I could effectively perform this task in the most difficult and complex
situations, and I could instruct others on specific aspects of this task.
Substantial knowledge—I possess an advanced knowledge level to the
extent that I could effectively perform this task under the majority of
circumstances or situations encountered.
Moderate knowledge—I possess a sufficient knowledge level that would
allow me to perform this task successfully.
Limited knowledge—I have some knowledge of how to perform this task,
but may require additional instruction to apply my knowledge effectively.
ITEM #

No knowledge—I have no knowledge of how to perform this task or what it

may entail.

Inspecting and cleaning fire apparatus equipment to ensure operability and

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functionality.
Assembling and operating rescue systems (e.g., rope, hardware, gear) to
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perform safe rescues.
Maintaining emergency scene safety utilizing various equipment (e.g., flares,
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cones, flagging).
Removing vegetation using power tools and hand tools to suppress and
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extinguish fires.
Responding to hazardous materials incidents (e.g., isolating and denying entry
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into the affected area, evacuating the public) to ensure safety.
Cleaning and inspecting fire hoses to ensure proper working order after each
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use.
15 Operating pumps to ensure a flow of water for use in suppression and rescue.
Preparing and updating pre-plans and hydrant and street maps to enhance
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response preparedness.
Providing fire safety information to various groups, schools, and associations to
17 facilitate public understanding of how to prevent and properly handle fire and
safety emergencies.

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Section 2: Knowledge and Abilities

Instructions:
Using the rating scale(s) provided below, you will rate your experience in
accordance to specific job-related knowledge and abilities.

Respond to each of the following statements by indicating how the statement

applies to you. You are required to respond to every statement by marking one
option from the scale(s) provided.

In responding to each statement, you may refer to your FORMAL EDUCATION,

FORMAL TRAINING COURSES, and/or WORK EXPERIENCE whether paid or
volunteer.

Experience applying this knowledge or ability:

Extensive Education, Training, and/or Experience—I have extensive
education, training, and/or experience using and/or applying this
knowledge or ability. I could effectively apply this knowledge or ability to
the most difficult and complex situations, and I could instruct others on
the specific aspects of this knowledge or ability.
Substantial Education, Training, and/or Experience—I have
substantial education, training, and/or experience using and/or applying
this knowledge or ability. I could effectively apply this knowledge or
ability to many circumstances or situations.
Moderate Education, Training, and/or Experience—I have moderate
education, training, and/or experience using and/or applying this
knowledge or ability.
Minimal Education, Training, and/or Experience—I have limited
education, training, and/or experience using and/or applying this
knowledge or ability.
No Education, Training, and/or Experience—I have no education,
training, and/or experience relevant to this knowledge or ability.

Ability to administer Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) to patients in

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cardiac arrest or respiratory failure.
Ability to operate hose and/or fire extinguishers to suppress and extinguish
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fires.
Ability to recognize the characteristics of fire behavior to ensure firefighter
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safety.
Ability to check vital signs of patient to determine circulation and respiration
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functionality.
Knowledge of Rescue, Exposure, Confinement, Extinguishment, Overhaul
22 (RECEO) with salvage and ventilation procedures to effectively mitigate
situations.
Ability to perform as part of a fire suppression crew during emergency
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incidents and work projects.

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Experience applying this knowledge or ability:

Extensive Education, Training, and/or Experience—I have extensive
education, training, and/or experience using and/or applying this
knowledge or ability. I could effectively apply this knowledge or ability to
the most difficult and complex situations, and I could instruct others on
the specific aspects of this knowledge or ability.
Substantial Education, Training, and/or Experience—I have
substantial education, training, and/or experience using and/or applying
this knowledge or ability. I could effectively apply this knowledge or
ability to many circumstances or situations.
Moderate Education, Training, and/or Experience—I have moderate
education, training, and/or experience using and/or applying this
knowledge or ability.
Minimal Education, Training, and/or Experience—I have limited
education, training, and/or experience using and/or applying this
knowledge or ability.
No Education, Training, and/or Experience—I have no education,
training, and/or experience relevant to this knowledge or ability.

Ability to carry, maneuver, raise, and lower various types of ladders (e.g.
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straight, extension).
Knowledge of Basic Life Support airway adjuncts and techniques as used
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on patients in respiratory distress.
Ability to provide appropriate care and treatment to patients when
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necessary to preserve life in compliance with local protocol.
Ability to use emergency equipment (e.g., shovel, McCleod, Pulaski,
27 pickhead and flathead axe, wire and bolt cutters, hammers, battering tools,
sledge hammer, power tools) during emergency incidents.
Knowledge of proper ladder placement and use in various situations and
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emergency incidents.
29 Knowledge of patient vital signs and assessment to identify patient needs.
Knowledge of the appropriate use, care, and inspection of Personnel
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Protective Equipment (PPE).
Knowledge of rapid intervention crew/team tactics for firefighter safety and
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rescue.
Knowledge of lookouts, communication, escape routes, safety zones
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(LCES) to mitigate incidents safely.
33 Knowledge of the strategies used to suppress various types of fires.
Knowledge of control methods (e.g., indirect, direct, combination) used to
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suppress various types of fires.
Knowledge of the 10 Standard Firefighting Orders and 18 Situations That
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Shout Watch Out for wildland firefighting safety.
Knowledge of proper fire fighting tool maintenance to ensure preparation for
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emergency response.

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Experience applying this knowledge or ability:

Extensive Education, Training, and/or Experience—I have extensive
education, training, and/or experience using and/or applying this
knowledge or ability. I could effectively apply this knowledge or ability to
the most difficult and complex situations, and I could instruct others on
the specific aspects of this knowledge or ability.
Substantial Education, Training, and/or Experience—I have
substantial education, training, and/or experience using and/or applying
this knowledge or ability. I could effectively apply this knowledge or
ability to many circumstances or situations.
Moderate Education, Training, and/or Experience—I have moderate
education, training, and/or experience using and/or applying this
knowledge or ability.
Minimal Education, Training, and/or Experience—I have limited
education, training, and/or experience using and/or applying this
knowledge or ability.
No Education, Training, and/or Experience—I have no education,
training, and/or experience relevant to this knowledge or ability.

Knowledge of the types, causes, character, and behavior of various types of

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fires.
Knowledge of personnel accountability reporting requirements for crew
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safety.
Knowledge of fuel, weather, and topography as they relate to wildland fire
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behavior.
Ability to identify various Immediately Dangerous to Life or Health (IDLH)
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atmospheres to properly mitigate incident.
Knowledge of the use of communication devices (e.g., mobile, base,
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portable two-way).
Knowledge of hazardous flagging policies (e.g., Three Stripes You’re Out)
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for firefighter safety.
Knowledge of wildland-urban interface strategies and tactics for structure
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protection.
44 Knowledge of basic human anatomy for medical emergencies.
Ability to construct a fire line to limit fire spread in various fuel types and
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conditions.
Knowledge of building construction types for fire suppression tactics and
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firefighter safety.
Knowledge of the Incident Response Pocket Guide (IRPG) procedures to
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ensure firefighter safety and survival.
Knowledge of extinguishing agents (e.g., water, foam, dry chemicals,
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Halon, gel) and their appropriate use in fire suppression.
Knowledge of techniques involved in performing extractions in search and
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rescue operations to assist performance in emergency responses.

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Experience applying this knowledge or ability:

Extensive Education, Training, and/or Experience—I have extensive
education, training, and/or experience using and/or applying this
knowledge or ability. I could effectively apply this knowledge or ability to
the most difficult and complex situations, and I could instruct others on
the specific aspects of this knowledge or ability.
Substantial Education, Training, and/or Experience—I have
substantial education, training, and/or experience using and/or applying
this knowledge or ability. I could effectively apply this knowledge or
ability to many circumstances or situations.
Moderate Education, Training, and/or Experience—I have moderate
education, training, and/or experience using and/or applying this
knowledge or ability.
Minimal Education, Training, and/or Experience—I have limited
education, training, and/or experience using and/or applying this
knowledge or ability.
No Education, Training, and/or Experience—I have no education,
training, and/or experience relevant to this knowledge or ability.

Knowledge of hazardous material incident operations (e.g., isolate and

50 deny entry, turn off a valve, dike or dam the flow) to identify and recognize
appropriate responses.
Knowledge of National Incident Management Systems (NIMS) to effectively
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respond to, organize, and direct emergency incidents.
Knowledge of fire protection and prevention systems, equipment, and
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terminology.