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Form #: B-52 <br /> 7/18/91 <br /> DEPARTMENT OF FINANCE <br /> REQUEST FOR COUNCIL ACTION <br /> DEPARTMENT: FIRE DATE: 9/5/2014 <br /> STAFF CONTACT: Darren J Rosario PHONE: 932-2900 <br /> A. REQUEST: <br /> Prepare a resolution authorizing the Mayor to enter into and agreement and accept a grant from the U.S. <br /> Department of Homeland Security - Federal Emergency Management Agency. <br /> B. BACKGROUND AND JUSTIFICATION (USE ADDITIONAL SHEETS AS NEEDED): <br /> The U.S. Department of Homeland Security (FEMA) has approved the Federal funded grant of$319,950 for <br /> the purchase of Emergency Vehicle Driver Training Course simulator for the Fire Department's Training <br /> Bureau. The simulator will allow a single instructor to train more students during one session because <br /> multiple driver training systems will be used simultaneously which will allow us to expand the length and <br /> complexity of the training. Many driving tasks can be learned and practiced in a simulator before training in <br /> actual vehicle and vehicles will no longer be required to be taken out of service for extensive periods of time <br /> to perform hands-on driver training. Training will be standardized, so each student will be able to master the <br /> same driving techniques in a controlled environment, however the simulator can be adjusted to simulate <br /> unique "local" driving conditions. In a simulator, potentially dangerous or threatening situations can be <br /> experienced in complete safety. We also anticipate seeing a reduction in maintenance and fuel costs since <br /> students will need to spend less time training in actual vehicles. Driver training can continue regardless of <br /> weather, time of day or traffic conditions. The Hawaii Fire Department will be able to offer more 'hands on' <br /> student training time and drivers will be able to practice difficult maneuvers repeatedly until mastered. <br /> SIGNED: DATE: p/s-/r V <br /> c:-<- r. Department Head <br />