Emergency Vehicle Technician 1 (EVT 1) Certification Application - Option A and Option B

Oct 2, 2026

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Emergency Vehicle Technician 1 (EVT 1) certification application instructions outlining eligibility pathways for Fire Mechanic 1 applicants transitioning under Option A or Option B. Details include required prerequisite documents, qualifying educational course options for EVT 1A/1B/1C, and recertification exam usage rules. Specifies fees (non-refundable $100 payable to State Fire Training), continuing education hour requirements by expiration window, and outlines the application submission process and post-review steps via the SFT User Portal.

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Overview

Certification Requirements (Option A)

Prerequisites

Education

Recertification Exam

Fee

Certification Requirements (Expired Less Than 18 Months) (Option B)

Prerequisites (all documents must be current)

Education

Recertification Exam

Continuing Education

Fee

Application Process

Personal Information Notice

Identification

Option A: EVT 1 Recertification Submission Requirements

Prerequisites

Recertification Exam

Overview The California Office of the State Fire Marshal Emergency Vehicle Technician (EVT) 1 Certification is based on the NFPA 1071: Emergency Vehicle Technician I Professional Qualifications set by the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) . This application is for persons transitioning from a Fire Mechanic 1 to the new Emergency Vehicle Technician 1. These applicants should use Option A. Applicants who are transitioning from an expired (18 months or less) Fire Mechanic 1 to Emergency Vehicle Technician 1 use Option B. For expiration, greater than 18 months, the applicant will need to apply for EVT 1 certification which includes successful completion of the EVT certification exam and completion of a new Certification Task Book. Certification Requirements (Option A) Submit verification of the following documents along with this application form. It is not necessary to submit SFT course diplomas or certifications if it is listed in your SFT User Portal. Prerequisites • OSFM Certified Fire Mechanic 1 • Gasoline Engines [T1] (ASE) • Diesel Engines [T2] (ASE) • Drive Train [T3] (ASE) • Brakes [T4] (ASE) • Suspension and Steering [T5] (ASE) • Preventative Maintenance Inspections [T8] (ASE) • Brake Inspector Qualification (CFR 396 . 25) -Department of Transportation (DOT) Education • Emergency Vehicle Technician 1A: Emergency Vehicle Systems: Chassis, Cab, Body Tank and Accessories (2020) or Preventative Maintenance (CFMA) or Knowing Your Apparatus (CFMA) • Emergency Vehicle Technician 1B: Electrical Systems A or Fire Mechanic 2A: Fire Apparatus Electrical Systems 1A • Emergency Vehicle Technician 1C: Pumps and Accessories; or Fire Mechanic I: Fire Pumps and Accessories (SFT) Recertification Exam • Emergency Vehicle Technician 1 Recertification Exam (delivered through CA Fire Mechanics Academy) (May only be used for 1 recertification period) Fee • $100 non-refundable EVT 1 certification fee-payable to: State Fire Training Certification Requirements (Expired Less Than 18 Months) (Option B) If the Fire Mechanic 1 Certification is expired less than 18 months, the applicant will be required to complete 36 hours of CE including additional CE based on certification expiration. If the certification expired less than six (6) months, the applicant can obtain EVT 1 Certification by completing an additional eight (8) hours of approved CE. If the certification expired between six (6) months and less than 12 months, the applicant can obtain EVT 1 certification by completing an additional 16 hours of approved CE. If the certification expired between 12 months and less than 18 months, the applicant can obtain EVT 1 Certification by completing an additional 24 hours of approved CE. For expiration, greater than 18 months, the applicant will need to apply for EVT 1 certification which includes successful completion of the EVT certification exam and completion of a new Certification Task Book. Prerequisites (all documents must be current at time of submittal) • OSFM Certified Fire Mechanic 1 • Gasoline Engines [T1] (ASE) • Diesel Engines [T2] (ASE) • Drive Train [T3] (ASE) • Brakes [T4] (ASE) • Suspension and Steering [T5] (ASE) • Preventative Maintenance Inspections [T8] (ASE) • Brake Inspector Qualification (CFR 396 . 25) -Department of Transportation (DOT) Education • Emergency Vehicle Technician 1A: Emergency Vehicle Systems: Chassis, Cab, Body Tank and Accessories (2020) or Preventative Maintenance (CFMA) or Knowing Your Apparatus (CFMA) • Emergency Vehicle Technician 1B: Electrical Systems A or Fire Mechanic 2A: Fire Apparatus Electrical Systems 1A • Emergency Vehicle Technician 1C: Pumps and Accessories; or Fire Mechanic I: Fire Pumps and Accessories (SFT) Recertification Exam • Emergency Vehicle Technician 1 Recertification Exam (delivered through California Fire Mechanics Academy, Inc. ), issued within five (5) years from date of application. Continuing Educ

FAQs

What is the purpose of the EVT 1 certification application form?

It provides the application process and eligibility requirements for individuals transitioning to Emergency Vehicle Technician 1 certification from Fire Mechanic 1, including the correct option to use based on certification status.

How does an applicant choose between Option A and Option B?

Use Option A when transitioning from Fire Mechanic 1 without the stated expiration constraints. Use Option B when the Fire Mechanic 1 certification is expired 18 months or less, with CE requirements determined by the specific expiration timeframe.

What are the main requirements and costs for EVT 1 certification?

Option A requires verification of prerequisites and qualifying education, plus the appropriate recertification exam handling. Both options state a $100 non-refundable EVT 1 certification fee payable to State Fire Training.

Oct 2, 2026

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