Q driving endorsement

Spring 2021 Weekday Class

Friday, March 5

Friday, March 12

Tuesday, March 16

Friday, March 19

Tuesday, March 23

Friday, March 26

Tentative Test Date: Tuesday, March 30

Spring 2021 Weekend Class

Saturday, April 10

Saturday, April 17

Sunday, April 18

Saturday, April 24

Sunday, April 25

Saturday, May 1

Tentative Test Date: Saturday, May 15

REGISTER FOR EITHER PROGRAM HERE

*please note class size is capped at 5 students to allow each student ample hands-on time.

The ‘Q’ endorsement program combines classroom instruction with behind-the-wheel practical training to familiarize the student with necessary skills to operate fire apparatus on the open road. This course will prepare the student for the Connecticut Department of Motor Vehicles, ‘Q’ license endorsement test. In the classroom, FRFS instructors will review safe driving methods, and case study of vehicle accidents especially pertaining to fire apparatus, emergency vehicle response laws, and an overview of the DMV Commercial Driver’s Manual.

Practical driving training takes place on the actual DMV course layout at the FRFS training ground. This training consists of: vehicle pre-trip inspection procedures, basic control/static course performance, and road test evaluation. FRFS fire vehicles will be utilized during the course. The date of the DMV Test will be determined following the completion of the course.

Requirements:

· Possess a valid Connecticut (Class D) driver’s license, not under suspension or revoked

· Of age 18 years older at beginning of class

· Not under any medical condition or medication that impair the driver

· Mandatory attendance for all scheduled classes

· Must be affiliated with a Connecticut Fire Department

· Approval from the chief or supervisor of the student’s department