This past Sunday morning we held a "MPO Class" and Driver Training for our members who are becoming Apparatus Drivers on our Ambulances.
This week's "MPO Class" had our prospective Engine 142 & Engine 143 drivers practice learning how to use each pump panel. Our prospective Engine 142 drivers practiced drafting and supplying water to Engine 143, while our prospective Engine 143 drivers pumped water to an 1-3/4" hose line to simulate hose line advancement during a residential structure fire. This type of training is what will help our prospective Apparatus Drivers/MPOs become cleared drivers on Engine 142 & Engine 143.
If you are interested in becoming a member at the Vista Volunteer Fire Department please click the "Become a Member" tab at VistaFD.org!
Engine 143 during "MPO Class"
Lt. Phil Katz going over the Engine 142 pump panel with Foreman Dan Castelhano during "MPO Class"
Capt. Mike Peck going over the Engine 143 pump panel with FF Martin Rojas during "MPO Class"
FF Dom Mangone operating the Engine 143 pump panel
FF Ryan Ruggiero operating an 1-3/4" hose line off of Engine 143
