Scarborough Fire Department - Town of Scarborough

Scarborough Fire DepartmentFull Time Firefighter/EMT Hiring PacketJuly 2012

Scarborough Fire DepartmentB. Michael Thurlow, Fire ChiefTOWN OF SCARBOROUGH FIRE DEPARTMENTThe Town of Scarborough Fire Department is seeking highly motivated and customerservice minded individuals to join our team of public safety professionals. The Town has apopulation of 18,919 and covers 54 square miles from six neighborhood fire stations. Werespond to over 3,800 calls for service annually providing advanced life support EMStreatment & transport as well as full-service fire suppression, marine and technical rescueservices to the citizens and visitors to our community.We are currently accepting applications for full-time:Paramedic Firefighters & Firefighter/EMTsOur full-time staff is covered under a collective bargaining agreement which includes acompetitive wage rate and an excellent benefits package including a 20 year no ageretirement plan.Minimum requirements include: HS diploma or GED equivalent; NFPA Firefighter I& II certification or equivalent; completion of State certified AVOC/EVOC class; EMT-Blicense (EMT-P preferred); successful completion of PAT plus post-offer comprehensivephysical exam.On-Line application is required and available, along with the job description throughthe HR Dept. website: http://www.scarborough.me.us/hrga/index.html.Completed on-line applications and related forms must be received by HumanResources no later than Sunday, July 29, 2012.EOEPhone: 207-883-4542 246 Route 1, Scarborough, ME 04074 Fax: 207-730-4233

Dear Candidate:SCARBOROUGH FIRE DEPARTMENT246 U. S. ROUTE 1SCARBOROUGH, MAINE 04074TEL: (207) 883-4542 FAX: (207) 883-0278B. Michael Thurlow, Fire ChiefCandidate Letter – Read Carefully Contains Important InformationJuly 9, 2012Thank you for your interest in applying for a full time position with the Scarborough Fire Department. This letter andthe attached documents contain important information that will help you to prepare for the next steps in our hiringprocess. To be successful in the hiring process you must read all the information carefully and comply with allrequirements and request for documentation. Failure to do so is automatic cause for rejection. The hiringprocess schedule is very tight as evidenced by the attached timeline. Our intent is to provide all candidates with thedates of all scheduled activities in advance so you can be prepared to attend if you are invited to participate in thevarious stages of the process. That being said, the schedule is subject to change without notice due to circumstancesbeyond our control.E-mail will be our primary means of communication. You are encouraged to provide us with your e-mail address andto check it daily to make sure you don’t miss any notifications or appointments. If you do not have an e-mail addressplease indicate that and provide a telephone number where you can be reached or messages can be left. This process isvery accelerated, notice will be short, and a prompt means of communication is essential for your success.The application deadline is Sunday 7/29/12. All application materials and documentation must be filed on-linethrough the Town’s portal on the JobsinMe.com website. The application can be accessed through the EmploymentOpportunities link on the Human Resource’s department webpage at: http://www.scarborough.me.us/hrga/index.htmlIf you have any questions about the application process or attaching documents to the application you can contact thefire department business office at 207-883-4542.For those who may not be familiar with our department or would like additional information about the hiring process,employment benefits, or collective bargaining agreement language, you are invited to attend an orientation night thatwill be held at the Scarborough Public Safety Building, 246 Route 1, on Thursday 8/2/12 starting at 1900 hrs.By 7/31/12 we anticipate completing the first review of applications and notifying via e-mail those candidates that havesubmitted complete applications meeting all the required documentation and training requirements so that they maytake the written exam which will be offered at the Scarborough Public Safety Building on 8/7/12 at 1330 hrs. Pleasebring a photo ID and arrive at least 15 minutes early as the test will start promptly at 1330 and once it begins no oneelse will be admitted. A passing grade of 70 is required to move forward in the process.For those who may not be familiar with the Physical Ability Test (PAT) we are offering a practice session at 0930 hrs.on Friday 8/3/12 at the Scarborough Public Works facility, 20 Washington Ave. The actual PAT will be held at thesame location on Friday 8/17/12 at 0930 hrs. Candidates that successfully complete the PAT on the practice day donot need to return for the 2 nd day. A description of the PAT process is attached. All candidates wishing to practice ortake the actual PAT must bring the Physical Ability Test Process and Release Form with them. The physician’s releaseform must be completed and is required to participate in the practice PAT. It will be kept on file for the actual test day.The form must be signed by a licensed physician in advance (no exceptions) and must be signed by the candidate onsitein the presence of a Scarborough Fire Department representative. Please bring a photo ID and wear comfortableclothing including long pants and work boots or shoes. No shorts or sneakers are allowed.The application materials, which include training certificates and assorted documentation as well as the results of thewritten test and PAT, will be used to establish an oral board interview list. The Oral Board interviews will be held on8/22/12 and will consist of the Human Resource Director, a member of the Scarborough Professional Firefighter’sAssociation, and two respected members of the local fire service community from outside the Scarborough FireDepartment. The highest ranked individuals following the oral board will be considered for second round interviewswith the Fire Chiefs on 8/27/12.If you have any questions regarding the hiring process please call the Scarborough Fire Department 207-883-4542.

SCARBOROUGH FIRE DEPARTMENT246 U. S. ROUTE 1SCARBOROUGH, MAINE 04074TEL: (207) 883-4542 FAX: (207) 883-0278B. Michael Thurlow, Fire ChiefThe balance of the points will be awarded based on the results of your written test and the oral board interview.The written exam will be administered by the Human Resource Department and is produced by a national company forentry level firefighters. Although the questions are geared to firefighting they are general knowledge questions andspecific firefighter knowledge is not required to pass the test. The minimum score to pass the written exam is a 70.Written test results above a 70 will be awarded up to 20 points based on the candidates score in relation to how othercandidates in the process scored on their test. All finalists will also go through a driver’s license records check,complete background check, and a post offer medical examination.The Scarborough Fire Department would like to thank all the candidates for their interest in applying for thesepositions and we wish you success throughout the process. At the end of the day it is my responsibility to hire the bestqualified candidates that are also the best fit for our department. This process is intensive, but so isn’t the career thatyou have chosen to pursue. Your success in the process will be directly related to how well you have prepared, howwell you read and followed directions, and how well you demonstrate your ability and personality to fit into ourorganization.Good Luck in the process,B. Michael Thurlow, Fire Chief

Target DateSCARBOROUGH FIRE DEPARTMENT246 U. S. ROUTE 1SCARBOROUGH, MAINE 04074TEL: (207) 883-4542 FAX: (207) 883-0278Scarborough Fire Department2012 New Full-Time Hiring Process TimelineTaskB. Michael Thurlow, Fire Chief7/13/12 Advertise full--time positions and the establishment of a new eligibility listInternal Posting to run in Friday Update, and posted to the town’s web site as well as Jobsinme.com.Applications are available on-line at: http://www.scarborough.me.us/hrga/index.html. A job description,process timeline, summary of the point system, and explanation of the physical abilities test will be available aspart of the application packet.7/29/12 Application deadlineThe on-line application and all required information which at a minimum must include the following: Copy ofdiploma or GED, copy of a valid driver’s license, copy of current Maine EMS license, copy of firefighter I &II training certificates or proof of equivalent training to the NFPA 1001 training standard, and copy ofEVOC/AVOC certificates.7/30/12 Notification of Eligibility for Written TestApplicants that meet the minimum job description requirements will be notified via e-mail that they areeligible to take the written exam on 8/7/12.8/2/12 Orientation NightA voluntary department and hiring process overview presentation will be conducted at the Public SafetyClassroom, 246 Route 1, at 1900 hrs. for any interested applicants. This will be an opportunity for questionsas well as an explanation of our department, the hiring process timeline, the benefit package, and an overviewof the SPFF contract.8/3/12 Physical ability practice test – A practice PAT will be set up at the Scarborough Public Works facility, 20Washington Ave. starting at 0930 hrs. for anyone interested in trying the test. Candidates that are successful atthis practice session are not required to re-take the test on 8/17.8/7/12 Written test date – Scarborough Public Safety Classroom, 246 Route 1, starting at 1330 hrs. Arrive 15minutes early to register with photo ID8/17/12 Physical Ability Testing Date – Scarborough Public Works, 20 Washington Ave, 0930 hrs.8/20/12 Oral Board Notification - candidates selected to proceed to the oral board will be notified8/22/12 Oral Board Interviews – Scarborough Public Safety, 246 Route 1, 2 nd floor conference room8/24/12 Chief’s Interview Notification – candidates selected for 2 nd round Chief’s interviews will be notified8/27/12 Chief’s Interviews – Scarborough Public Safety, 246 Route 1, 2 nd floor conference roomTBDTBDTBDASAPASAPASAPTBDPsychological Exam/Interview DatesConditional OffersMedical evaluationsFinal acceptance of job offerOrientation PeriodStart datesSwearing in ceremony @ Town Hall

Scarborough Fire DepartmentScarborough, MaineStandard Operating ProceduresBook:OrganizationChapter: Fire Department OrganizationSubject: 1133 – Job Description FT EMT/FirefighterRevision Date: 9/19/2008Approved by: B. Michael ThurlowQUALIFICATIONS- Must hold and maintain a valid Maine Driver’s license.- High School Diploma or equivalent required; Associate degree preferred.- NFPA Firefighter I & II certification or equivalent.- Successful completion of a state certified AVOC/EVOC class.- Must have the ability to work fixed and rotating shifts.- Must hold and maintain a valid Maine EMT-I license. Candidates with a currentEMT-B license may apply and be may hired with a grace period of up to 36 monthsfrom their date of hire to become licensed as an EMT-I at their own expense and ontheir own time.- Must currently meet or be willing to meet the fire and EMS training requirements listedbelow.- Must successfully complete a psychological evaluation.- Must successfully complete a physical abilities test.- Must successfully complete a comprehensive background check.- Must successfully complete a post offer comprehensive physical examination.REPORTS TO: Rescue Lieutenant, EMS Deputy Chief, Fire Deputy Chief, and the Fire ChiefNATURE OF WORKThis is a skilled emergency medical and firefighting position that requires the employee torespond to a wide range of medical, traumatic, and fire suppression-related emergencies in acommunity encompassing 54 square miles with a year round population of nearly 20,000 that issignificantly higher in the summer months. The department's annual call volume exceeds 3,500calls for service per year.The person filling this position must be mature, honest, compassionate, able to work wellwith others, and be willing and able to interact positively with the public. The candidate must beprepared to respond to emergency EMS and fire calls in all types of weather, day or night. Due tothe geography of the community the candidate must be prepared for emergencies on/in the ocean,highways, residential neighborhoods, industrial areas, as well as agricultural settings.

1133 – Job Description Full Time EMT Firefighter – Page 2.The person filling this position will become involved in station duties, public education,in-house education for the professional development of our personnel, equipment and apparatusmaintenance, disinfecting and cleaning of equipment and apparatus, computer related reports andassignments, and a variety of other tasks that may be assigned by the Fire Chief or his designee.The person filling this position must be:‣ Knowledgeable in current EMS standards applicable to their licensure level as outlined instate and local protocols‣ Knowledgeable and proficiently skilled in all fire suppression related techniques asoutlined within‣ Proficiently skilled in all patient care techniques that may be performed by a Mainelicensed Emergency Medical Technician as appropriate for their licensure level‣ In good physical and mental condition‣ Able to develop a rapport with a vast cross section of coworkers including call members,student firefighters, part-time and full-time firefighters and EMS personnel, local and statepolice officers, and hospital staff all with varying levels of training and experiences.ILLUSTRATIVE EXAMPLES OF WORK REQUIREMENTS‣ Work closely with a Paramedic partner to provide patient assessment, treatment, andtransport within the scope of your Maine EMS license level on any call for emergencymedical service in the Town of Scarborough and its mutual aid communities.‣ Perform effective triage, treatment, and transport of victims involved in an MCI event.‣ Be knowledgeable in and adhere to State and local EMS protocols as well as departmentand company Standard Operating Procedures, Guidelines, and General Orders.‣ Exercise sound judgment with respect to all matters involving patient and responder safetyincluding but not limited to; emergency vehicle operations, scene safety, injuryprevention, infection controls, etc.‣ Perform fire suppression activities as required including but not limited to suppression,ventilation, forcible entry, search & rescue, overhaul, and managing a rehab division.‣ Perform station duties, equipment and apparatus maintenance checks, hydrant shoveling,hose testing, and a variety of other assignments as part of the team as assigned.‣ Maintain a willingness to learn and employ additional skills and techniques as needed.‣ Learn and maintain up-to-date knowledge of the location of streets, principal buildingsand geographic features of the Town of Scarborough.‣ Effectively receive, process, relay, and follow both oral and written instructions.‣ Comply with all Department training requirements.‣ Establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees (call, parttime,full-time and students), supervisors, other departments, agencies, and the public weserve.‣ Safely operate all types of ambulances and fire apparatus under both routine andemergency response in all types of conditions.‣ Attend and participate in scheduled staff meetings.‣ Participate in and use the quality assurance program and performance evaluations as apositive learning tool for professional development.‣ Understand and work within the principals of the National Incident Management andIncident Command systems.

1133 – Job Description Full Time EMT Firefighter – Page 3.SALARYThis position is covered under a wage scale as outlined in a collective bargaining unit contract.FIREFIGHTING & EMS TRAINING REQUIREMENTSAn employee in this class must attend, pass and remain certified:‣ At the Maine EMT-I license level‣ As a Hazardous Materials Technician within 24 months of hire date‣ Other classes as deemed appropriate by the Fire Chief

SCARBOROUGH FIRE DEPARTMENT246 U. S. ROUTE 1SCARBOROUGH, MAINE 04074TEL: (207) 883-4542 FAX: (207) 883-0278B. Michael Thurlow, Fire ChiefHiring Process Point SystemAs a mechanism to assist in rating candidates for full time positions the Scarborough Fire Department (SFD)has established the following point system. This system may be used to determine candidates that will be invited for aninterview with the oral board however the final decision on hiring lies with the Fire Chief and will be based on anoverall evaluation of the best candidate for the position and best fit for the department.EMS Licensure (maximum 10 points) 10EMT-I license 5EMT-P license 5Years of Service (maximum 10 points) 10Years of full time experience (1 point/year up to 5 points max)Years of SFD call or per-diem experience (1 point/year up to 10 points max)Points for each year of experience are only eligible for one category - no duplicationFirefighter II certification (or completion of SFD Training Card Level 2) 5Driver/Operator certification (or completion of SFD Training Level 3) 5Fire Officer I certification (or completion of SFD Training Card Level 4) 5Associates Degree in Fire Science (or relevant field of study) 5Bachelors Degree in relevant field or public administration 5Hazardous Materials Technician certification 5Written Exam (0-20 points based on score) 20Oral Board (0-30 points based on score) 30Maximum Possible Score 100Hiring Process Eligibility ListThe Scarborough Fire Department will from time to time advertise for various full time positions ofemployment. During those hiring processes applicants will be evaluated in terms of their employment applications,resumes, written & physical ability evaluations, experience, and general fit for the department. In order to streamlinethe hiring process and eliminate the need for candidates to reapply or re-test, the department will maintain an unrankedlist of candidates for full time positions that may be used for future hiring processes for a period of up to 18 months.The Eligibility List is designed to maintain an active group of potential candidates that meet the requirementsof the job description, and have passed both the written and physical ability exams. Those candidates may be asked tocontinue with other sections of the hiring process including oral boards, Chief’s interviews, and psychologicalevaluations at the sole decision of the Fire Chief. Since the goal of the department is to hire the best possible candidatefor every vacant position the presence of an active Eligibility List does not in any way preclude the department fromadvertising for more candidates at any time, for any vacant position.

SCARBOROUGH FIRE DEPARTMENTAPPLICANT RELEASE AND PHYSICIAN PERMISSIONPHYSICAL FITNESS TEST FORFIRE DEPARTMENT EMPOLOYMENTI, _________________________, (please print) hereby state that I have applied foremployment with the Scarborough Fire Department. I understand that the applicationand hiring process includes a job-related pass/fail physical fitness test consisting of theactivities listed below:Preparing for the physical agility testIt must be emphasized that regardless of a person’s level of fitness, individualsshould be in good health before beginning any physical training program thatemphasizes cardio-respiratory (heart-lung) fitness, strength and muscular enduranceand flexibility. Most people can improve their level of physical fitness through anintensive training program that could include anything that would improve cardiorespiratoryfitness, weight lifting to develop muscular strength, and stretching exercisesto increase flexibility.How to evaluate your level of physical fitnessFrom a training standpoint, candidates should gradually work up to the point wherethey can run 1.5 miles in 12 minutes or less to establish their cardio-respiratory fitness.Strength should be gradually developed to where the candidate can do 7 chin-ups, 20push-ups and 40 sit-ups with comparative ease. This is about the minimum fitness levelfor a candidate to safely complete the physical agility test. It must be emphasized thatfollowing the guidelines is no guarantee for passing the test. However, your chances forpassing will be greatly increased if adequate preparatory physical training has takenplace.What is cardio-respiratory fitnessCardio-respiratory fitness is the ability of the heart to deliver oxygen to the musclesand other tissues. This is called the aerobic power. Simply stated, the ability to performexercise and/or physical work is directly dependent upon how well the body deliversoxygen to the working muscles. A highly fit person will be able to deliver large amountof oxygen to the muscles and therefore, be capable of prolonged muscular exercise (forexample: fighting fires). On the other hand, the out-of-shape individual will not becapable of delivering adequate amounts of oxygen to the muscles and therefore, willfatigue quickly and be forced to stop working much sooner.What about muscular strengthStrength can be defined as the ability to apply force. Since nearly all movementsare performed against some resistance, a certain degree of muscular strength isneeded to perform any activity. Firefighters perform activities against much greaterresistance than the average individual. Therefore, the firefighter must have aboveaverage muscular strength, endurance and power in order to effectively and safelyhandle fire fighting equipment and perform the duties of a firefighter.1

What about flexibilityFlexibility allows an individual to perform required moves without causing injury.Firefighting and many extremely vigorous activities can be performed more safely if theperson has good flexibility.The importance of preparationDo not take this physical agility test lightly. It is more difficult than it appears. Yourchances for passing the test will be greatly increased if adequate preparatory traininghas been undertaken. Physical training should emphasize cardio-respiratory (heartlung)fitness, strength and muscular endurance. Running and weight training are two ofthe best approaches.What to bring & How to dressCandidates that have been determined eligible for testing should arrive 15 minutesprior to their appointment time. A picture ID is required along with this release formsigned by a physician. Candidates must sign the release form in the presence of arepresentative of the Scarborough Fire Department when checking in. DO NOT signthe release in advance. Candidates will perform the test in weighted vests to simulatethe personal protective equipment they would be wearing on the fireground.Candidates must wear long pants and work shoes or boots. Shorts and sneakers arenot allowed.Practice TestThere will be an opportunity for candidates to practice the physical abilities testprocess on a separate day from the actual test date. Consult the schedule of events forthe date and time of the practice test.The Physical Ability TestThe physical ability test is divided into two sections, a timed portion and a nontimedportion. There are a set of seven (7) tasks that all must be completed correctly,and in order, within a set amount of time in order to pass the timed portion of the test.There are two additional tasks that are not timed but must both be successfullycompleted. Each task will be explained and demonstrated to the candidates.To pass the physical ability test the candidate must properly complete all of thetimed tasks within the acceptable time limit, as well as both of the non-timed tasks.Timing MethodThe timing will be done by a standard stop watch. The time starts once the hosepack in the 1 st evolution leaves the ground by the candidate picking it up and the timestops once the dummy in the last evolution has its feet crossed the finish line and is setdown on the ground by the candidate.2

TIMED TASKS:1. HOSE CARRYRequirement:Procedure:Penalty:Carry a high rise hose pack consisting of 200’ of 1¾” hose upa flight of stairs to a landing and place it by a simulated highrise connection.Shoulder carry a bound high rise pack up a flight of stairs to alanding and place pack into a specified area. The candidatemust use the handrails and step on each step going up anddown the stairs; no skipping of steps is allowed.The candidate will receive a 10 second penalty each time theyfail to touch a step and/or use the handrail and/or if the hosepack doesn’t land in the tote upon completion of the evolution.Job Relatedness: Firefighters are frequently required to carry EMS equipment orhose loads to upper floors of buildings.2. HOSE HOISTINGRequirement:Procedure:Penalty:Hoist two (2) 50’ rolls of 1¾" fire hose, one at a time, from theground level to a landing above. The evolution will becomplete when both rolls are in the tote on the landing.Hoist two rolled and tied 50 foot length of 1¾" fire hose usingthe hand-over-hand method, from ground level to a landingabove, and place the roll in a tote on the floor of the landingwithout the rope slipping.A 10 second penalty will be issued if a roll does not land in thetote at the landing and if the candidate loses control of the rolland it hits the floor.Job Relatedness: Firefighters are required to hoist fire hose and other tools toupper stories of buildings.3. SIMULATED ROOF VENTILATIONRequirement:Procedure:Penalty:Move the Kaiser Sled to its end point using a sledge hammerregardless of the number of strikes.Move the Kaiser Sled to its end point in the demonstratedmanner as quickly as possible, with enough force to simulatethe penetration of standard roofing materials.A 10 second penalty will be issued if the candidate losescontact with the sledge hammer.3

Job Relatedness: The Kaiser Sled simulates the actions and the energy requiredto swing a fire axe that would be used to chop a hole in a roofventilation evolution.4. ATTIC CRAWLRequirement:Procedure:Penalty:Applicant will proceed on hand and knees on rafters which aretwenty-four (24) inches apart, through a ground level atticprop.The above requirement must be performed as quickly aspossible.A Ten (10) second penalty will be added to the applicant'soverall time each time his/her hand or knee touches theground.Job Relatedness: Proceeding through attics and confining crawl spaces in fullgear is a routine part of a firefighter's duties. In order to reachsmoldering attic fires, or to check for extension from an interiorfire, the firefighter may enter the attic and crawl to thenecessary location. If a part of the body drops between therafters, unnecessary damage is done to the ceiling and thiscould also result in injury to the firefighter.5. HOSE PULLRequirement: Extend a length of dry 2½" fire hose with nozzle attached 150feet from the starting point.Procedure:Penalty:The applicant will approach the dry 2½" fire hose and nozzlewhich is packed in a hose bed simulator. The applicant movesforward until the nozzle crosses the finish line and is placed onthe ground. This is completed as quickly as possible, andwithout stopping.A ten (10) second penalty will be issued if the nozzle isdropped to the ground prior to the finish line.Job Relatedness: 2 ½" hose is carried on engine companies in lengths up tothree-hundred fifty (350) feet. A firefighter occupying thenozzle position on an engine company is responsible forextending the line to the point of attack.4

6. LADDER EXTENSIONRequirement:Procedure:Penalty:Fully raise (extend) the top (fly) section of the extension ladderuntil the dogs lock then safely lower it completely by using theattached halyard with a hand-over-hand method both up anddown.The applicant will fully raise (extend) and lower the top (fly)section of a permanently fixed extension ladder by using eitherof the demonstrated hand-over-hand methods. Allowing thehalyard to slip through the hands is an unsafe practice and isunacceptable. Both of the applicant's feet must remain incontact with the ground at all times while raising and loweringthe ladder.A penalty of ten (10) seconds will be added to an applicant'stotal time for each full rung of slippage, if the halyard slips andthe top section falls.Job Relatedness: Rescue from elevated levels is sometimes required via groundladders.7. DUMMY DRAGRequirement &Procedure:Drag a one hundred sixty-five (165) pound rescue dummy withturnout pants and boots attached one hundred (100) feet. Norope or webbing will be allowed for this station and the dummymust not be dragged by the feet.Job Relatedness: When performing a rescue in a fire situation, most adults arenot carried from the building, but rather, the firefighter dragsthem. To remove the victim to a safe location, it is not unusualto travel a distance of one hundred (100) feet or more. Thistask is commonly completed by one firefighter.5

NON-TIMED TASKS1. CLAUSTROPHOBIA TESTRequirement:Procedure:The Candidate shall don a self-contained breathing apparatusface piece and weighted vest while negotiating an establishedconfidence course.Wearing a weighted vest and a blacked out SCBA mask, thecandidate shall traverse the entire length and width of anestablished SCBA training course following a hose line makingconstant progress.Removal of the mask prior to completion or failing to completethe course is a failing grade.2. LADDER CLIMBRequirement:Procedure:Penalty:The Candidate, who shall be in a safety harness, and securedwith a tethered safety line, shall climb the aerial ladder set to a65 degree angle for a distance of 55 feet. The candidate mustclimb the ladder in a continuous motion without stopping.Once the candidate places both hands on the final rung, theyshall signal the station monitor they are done and climb backdown.Wearing helmet, gloves, weighted vest, and a safety harnessthe candidate will climb the ladder of an aerial truck. At thetop the candidate must give a signal that they have reachedthe final rung. Once the station monitor acknowledges thehand signal, climb back down in the same manner alwaysmaintaining a vertical body position.One non-penalty warning will be given for stopping, thesecond time the candidate stops they will have failed thisstation.6

STATEMENT OF PHYSICIANI, _______________________________, am the physician for person named above.I have read the above-described activities in the job-related physical fitness testfor the position of Firefighter, and certify that to my knowledge no physicalillness or condition exists that would render the described activities unsafe orinadvisable for the applicant.Date: _______________________________________________________Physician Signature____________________________Printed name of PhysicianRELEASEI hereby release, discharge and waive all rights of action against the Town ofScarborough and its agents and employees which I or my heirs, successors orassigns have or might have by reason of any personal injury, death or propertydamage resulting from my participation in the above described physical abilitytest, which I agree to take voluntarily and without coercion or duress.DATE: _________________________________________________________Signature of Firefighter/Applicant__________________________________Printed name of firefighter/ApplicantI personally witnessed the applicant sign this release in my presenceDATE: _________________________________________________________Signature of Scarborough Fire RepresentativeFor Department Use Only: Maximum Allowable Time for Timed Tasks: 05:30Test Date: ______Total Time: _______+ Penalty _______ = Test Time: _______Claustrophobia Test: pass fail Ladder Climb: pass failCandidate has passed failed the SFD physical ability test__________________________________Signature of Scarborough Fire Representative__________Date7

Timed Task Rating SheetHose Carry pass fail Total Penalty: ________10 sec. penalty for each failure to touch a step or use handrail10 sec. penalty if hose pack is not placed in tote at landingNotes:Hose Hoist pass fail Total Penalty: ________10 sec. penalty for loss of control resulting in hose hitting the floor10 sec. penalty if hose roll is not placed in tote at landingNotes:Kaiser Sled pass fail Total Penalty: ________10 sec. penalty for each failure to maintain control of the sledge hammerNotes:Attic Crawl pass fail Total Penalty: ________10 sec. penalty for each time a hand or knee touches the groundNotes:Hose Pull pass fail Total Penalty: ________10 sec. penalty if nozzle hits the ground prior to the finish lineNotes:Ladder Extension pass fail Total Penalty: ________10 sec. penalty for each rung of slippageNotes:Dummy Drag pass failDisqualify candidate for using rope, webbing, or dragging dummy by the feet.Notes:Total Time: ________________________________________Signature of evaluator/proctor+ Penalties:__________Test Time: __________8