Tank to Pump

For firefighters

Build confidence before you stand at the pump panel.

Whether you are new to pump operations, preparing for driver/operator training, or refreshing the basics, Tank to Pump gives you a place to practice the first mental model: source, path, pressure, flow, supply, and correction.

Pump operations can feel like a lot at once.

  • Which valve controls the water path?
  • Why did the pressure drop?
  • What is the difference between static and residual?
  • How much pressure does this line actually need?
  • What happens if I add another line?
  • Why is the pump heating up?

The app lets you slow the system down and see one concept at a time.

Recommended starter path.

  1. 1Pump Basics
  2. 2Panel Anatomy
  3. 3First Line from Tank
  4. 4Recirculation and Heat
  5. 5Hydrant Transition
  6. 6Friction Loss Calculator
  7. 7PDP Builder

Start Pump Basics

Start as a guest. Save progress when you want.

You do not need an account to begin. Create one when you want to save lesson progress and scenario attempts.

Create free account

Slow the system down. See one concept at a time.

Free, no account, on whatever device you have.