Emergency Vehicle Technician Certification Commission
Exams & Prep
Here you will find brief descriptions of all EVTCC tests, as well as our “Reference Materials and Learning Objectives” and “Sample Questions” documents for each test.
Quick Facts
- Save 10% on registration costs by registering online.
- Online registrations are due 16 days prior to the test date.
- Form registrations must be received (by fax, mail, or email) 21 days prior to the test date.
- You must have your Confirmation/Admittance letter to gain admittance to your exam. Contact the EVTCC office if you have not received your Confirmation/Admittance letter by 16 days prior to the test date.
- A 70% score or better is required to pass each test.
- Results will be mailed within 4-6 weeks after the test date.
- Certifications are valid for 5 years.
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Fire Apparatus Technician Exams
F1 – Maintenance, Inspection, and Testing of Fire Apparatus
F1 covers the maintenance, inspection, and testing of fire apparatus as described in NFPA 1910: Standard for the Inspection, Maintenance, Refurbishment, Testing and Retirement of In-Service Emergency Vehicles and Marine Firefighting Vessels (NFPA 1911 Chapters).
F2 – Design and Performance Standards of Fire Apparatus
F2 covers the standards for fire apparatus as described in NFPA 1900: Standard for Aircraft Rescue and Firefighting Vehicles, Automotive Fire Apparatus, Wildland Fire Apparatus, and Automotive Ambulances (NFPA 1901 Chapters).
F3 – Fire Pumps and Accessories
F3 covers the standards as described in NFPA 1900: Standard for Aircraft Rescue and Firefighting Vehicles, Automotive Fire Apparatus, Wildland Fire Apparatus, and Automotive Ambulances (NFPA 1901 Chapters) and NFPA 1910: Standard for the Inspection, Maintenance, Refurbishment, Testing and Retirement of In- Service Emergency Vehicles and Marine Firefighting Vessels(NFPA 1911 Chapters).Please note that this test draws from the 2024 editions.
F4 – Fire Apparatus Electrical Systems
F4 covers the basic design and performance requirements of fire apparatus electrical systems, components of electrical systems, and preventive maintenance and troubleshooting activities.
F5 – Aerial Fire Apparatus
F5 covers the standards as described in NFPA 1900: Standard for Aircraft Rescue and Firefighting Vehicles, Automotive Fire Apparatus, Wildland Fire Apparatus, and Automotive Ambulances (NFPA 1901 Chapters) and NFPA 1910: Standard for the Inspection, Maintenance, Refurbishment, Testing and Retirement of In - Service Emergency Vehicles and Marine Firefighting Vessels(NFPA 1911 Chapters).Please note that this test draws from the 2024 editions.
F6 – Allison Automatic Transmissions
F6 covers the servicing and maintenance, diagnostics and troubleshooting of Allison Automatic Transmissions 3000/4000 Series, 1000/2000 Series & HT series (Fire Truck Pump mode only).
FA4 – Advanced Electrical Systems
FA4 covers advanced electrical systems, including load managers, strobe systems, digital controls, multiplexing, and line voltage generating systems of emergency vehicles.
F7 – Fire Apparatus Foam Systems
F8 – Fire Apparatus Hydraulic Systems
GL – Ground Ladder Testing
GL tests knowledge of testing, maintenance and operation of ground ladders. The exam uses NFPA 1931: Standard for Manufacturers’ Design of Fire Department Ground Ladders and NFPA: 1932 Standard on Use, Mainteance, and Service Testing of In-Service Fire Department Ground Ladders.
DO1 – Driver Operator Inspection
DO1 tests the knowledge of the Driver Operator to do a daily/weekly check that will satisfy the new requirements of NFPA 1910: Standard for the Inspection, Maintenance, Refurbishment, Testing and Retirement of In-Service Emergency Vehicles and Marine Firefighting Vessels (NFPA 1911 Chapters.) It is designed to be done without the use of a creeper and should be able to be completed in approximately one hour or less.
Ambulance Technician Exams
E0 – Maintenance, Inspection, and Testing of Ambulances
E0 covers the maintenance, inspection, and testing of ambulances as covered in Meritor Preventive Maintenance and Lubrication, and NFPA 1910: Standard for the Inspection, Maintenance, Refurbishment, Testing and Retirement of In-Service Emergency Vehicles and Marine Firefighting Vessels (NFPA 1911 Chapters).
E1 – Design & Performance Standards of Ambulances
E1 covers the general design and performance standards for ambulances as described in NFPA 1900: Standard for Aircraft Rescue and Firefighting Vehicles, Automotive Fire Apparatus, Wildland Fire Apparatus, and Automotive Ambulances (NFPA 1917 Chapters).
E2 – Ambulance Electrical Systems
E2 covers the basic design and performance requirements of ambulance electrical systems, components of electrical systems, and preventive maintenance and troubleshooting activities.
E3 – Ambulance Heating, Air-Conditioning, and Ventilation Systems
E3 covers basic design, requirements and components of ambulance HVAC systems.
E4 – Ambulance Cab, Chassis, and Powertrain
E4 covers the requirements for the systems that are unique to ambulances, as well as common chassis components.
ARFF Technician Exams
A1 – Design & Performance Standards and Preventive Maintenance of Aircraft Rescue and Fire-Fighting Vehicles
A1 covers the general design and performance standards for ARFF vehicles as described in FAA Advisory Circular 10c Guide Specifications for Water/Foam Aircraft Rescue and Fire-Fighting Vehicles, and the general principles of preventive maintenance and servicing.
A2 – Chassis and Vehicle Components of Aircraft Rescue and Fire-Fighting Vehicles
A2 covers the operation and testing of the chassis and vehicle components of ARFF vehicles, the operation of the vehicle systems and components, and inspections, maintenance, and repair of those components.
A3 – Extinguishment Systems of Aircraft Rescue and Fire-Fighting Vehicles
A3 covers basic design requirements and components of ARFF vehicle extinguishment systems.
LEV Technician Exams
L1 – Law Enforcement Vehicle Installation
L1 covers design and performance standards, installation of specialized systems and equipment, and the accepted practices of upfitting Law Enforcement Vehicles. This exam is available in Spanish. Call the EVTCC office at 847-426-4075 for info on how to register for the Spanish version.
Management Exams
M1 – Management Level 1
M1 is based on the principles published by the Association of Equipment Management Professionals (AEMP) in The Career Equipment Fleet Manager. Reference publication ordering information to prepare for the Management Exam is listed at the top of the page of the exam’s learning objectives.
M2 – Management Level 2
M2 is based on the principles published by the Association of Equipment Management Professionals (AEMP) in The Career Equipment Fleet Manager. Reference publication ordering information to prepare for the Management Exam is listed at the top of the page of the exam’s learning objectives.