Pumps & Accessories is the third course in the California Fire Mechanics Academy’s Emergency Vehicle Technician (EVT) Level I certification pathway. It provides technicians with the knowledge and hands-on skills to inspect, maintain, repair, and performance test fire apparatus pumps and their associated systems.  This course focuses on the heart of fire apparatus operations: the pump system. Students learn how to properly service and troubleshoot pumps, priming systems, plumbing, valves, gauges, interlocks, and related accessories. The course blends classroom instruction with factory-supported training from leading pump manufacturers, ensuring participants gain both theoretical knowledge and practical, real-world experience.  This course is recognized by California State Fire Training (SFT) and is a required component of the EVT Level I certification series.

By the end of EVT1C, participants will be able to:

• Identify and describe the components of fire apparatus pump systems and accessories.

• Inspect, maintain, and repair pumps, priming systems, valves, and plumbing.

• Test and calibrate gauges, indicators, and warning systems to ensure accuracy and reliability.

• Service seals, packing, and interlocks to maintain pump integrity and safety.

• Apply NFPA standards and manufacturer specifications to pump maintenance and testing.

Course Modules

• Pump Fundamentals

• Types of fire pumps, operating principles, and safety considerations.

• Priming Systems and Plumbing

• Inspection, troubleshooting, and repair of priming systems and water pathways.

• Valves, Gauges, and Indicators

• Calibration, testing, and replacement of monitoring and control devices.

• Seals, Packing, and Interlocks

• Maintenance of critical components to prevent leaks and failures.

• Factory-Supported Training onsite from manufacturers such as Waterous, Hale/IDEX and Darley.

Required Texts and References:

Students are expected to have access to:

• Fire Apparatus Driver/Operator Handbook, 4th Edition (Jones & Bartlett)

• NFPA 1900: Standard for Automotive Fire Apparatus (2024)

• NFPA 1910: Standard for Inspection, Maintenance, Refurbishment, Testing, and Retirement of In-Service Emergency Vehicles (2024)

Certification Pathway:

EVT1C is the third of three courses in the EVT Level I certification series:

• EVT1A – Emergency Vehicle Systems

• EVT1B – Electrical Systems A

• EVT1C – Pumps & Accessories

Completion of EVT1C, along with EVT1A and EVT1B, qualifies students to test for EVT Level I certification through State Fire Training.