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07 - IFSTA Chapter 07 Flashcards

1
Q

What device is used to measure water flow pressure in PSI?

A

Pitot tube and gauge

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2
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Which of the following gets 25 PSI loss added when calculating PDP?

A

Flow greater than 350 PSI

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3
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When two hoselines of equal length are Siamesed, friction loss is approximately what percentage less than a single hoseline?

A

25 percent

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4
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Friction loss in cases where the total flow through the appliance is less than what is generally considered insignificant?

A

350 GPM

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5
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What is the assumed PSI lost for appliances flowing more than 350 GPM (other than master streams)?

A

10 PSI

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6
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What is the term used to describe the difference between the nozzle and the pump?

A

Elevation Loss

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7
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In fire ground math, what is the constant used per 10 feet when calculating elevation loss?

A

5

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8
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When there are two hoselines in place and the diameters vary, which hoseline’s friction loss is used for PDP?

A

The line with the higher friction loss

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9
Q

When calculating friction loss for wyed hoselines of equal length and diameter, with the same nozzle, what is the process to find Q in the FL equation?

A

Add the flow of both attack lines before dividing by 100

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10
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What is the coefficient used for a 1” booster line?

A

150

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11
Q

Which of the following does not factor in to pump discharge pressure?

A

Hydrant Pressure

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12
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What is the coefficient for an 1 3/4” line?

A

15.5

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13
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What is the term for the addition of friction loss, loss or gain due to elevation, as well as any applicable appliance loss?

A

Total Pressure Loss

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14
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What is the amount of pressure being produced by the pump?

A

Net Discharge Pressure

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15
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Which of the following is not a variable when calculating friction loss?

A

Nozzle Pressure

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16
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What device measures the flow of water in GPM or L/min?

A

Flow Meter

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17
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Which of the following is not a variable when calculating pump discharge pressure?

A

Hydrant Pressure

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18
Q

What is the unit of measurement that pump discharge pressure is calculated in?

A

kilopascals

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19
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What is the elevation loss that a DPO would use if the engine was 100 feet below the nozzle?

A

50 psi

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20
Q

What is the coefficient for a 4.5” line?

A

0.1

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21
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What is the primary consideration Friction Loss is caused?

A

Volume of water flowing per minute

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22
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What is created when friction loss, elevation loss and appliance loss are combined?

A

TPL

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23
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Friction loss may be determined by using calculations or:

A

Performing tests using equipment

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24
Q

Calculations method relies on the use of math equations or field application methods that may not be accurate. What are you trying to determine?

A

Friction loss

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25
Q

What is the only truly accurate method for determining pressure loss in a particular hose lay?

A

Measuring the pressure at both ends of the hoseline & subtracting the difference

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26
Q

The metric friction loss formula accounts for these factors except:

A

Friction loss in pounds per square inch

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27
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What do some jurisdictions do in order to achieve more accurate results to determine FL coefficients?

A

Performing tests using equipment they use in the field

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28
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Which device is used when testing for friction loss using a pitot tube?

A

Smooth bore nozzle

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29
Q

Which statement is most accurate about friction loss for handlines?

A

Is generally insignificant

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30
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What should be used in conjunction with a flowmeter when testing for friction loss?

A

Any type of nozzle

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31
Q

What is the metric formula for elevation pressure loss?

A

10H

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32
Q

Pump discharge pressure should be set based on what?

A

Higher pressure of hoseline

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33
Q

When two hoselines of equal lenght are siamesed to supply a fire stream, What is the approximate percentage lost compared to a single line at the same nozzle pressure

A

25 percent

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34
Q

A driver/operator can reference the pressures to supply an FDC here except:

A

Personal phone

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35
Q

What is the metric formula used to determine elevation pressure in a multistory building?

A

35kpa x(# of stories -1)

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36
Q

The pressure loss of each apparatus will vary slightly based on:

A

Manufacturer and truck to truck

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37
Q

What pressure does a low pressure fog nozzle can operate?

A

50 or 75 psi

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38
Q

What is the friction loss coefficient for two 3 inch hose of equal lenght?

A

0.2

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39
Q

What is the formula for net pump discharge pressure?

A

Pump discharge pressure- intake reading

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40
Q

You are supplying a standpipe system with a hoseline on the 9th floor. What is the elevation pressure loss using the metric formula?

A

280kpa

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41
Q

What is the NFPA standard for Fire Apparatus Driver/Operator Professional Qualifications?

A

NFPA 1002

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42
Q

Friction loss and elevation loss are combined with what to create Total Pressure Loss?

A

Appliance Loss

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43
Q

What is the formula for friction loss?

A

FL = CQ2L

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44
Q

What nozzle is required to be used when testing flows with a pitot tube?

A

Smooth bore

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45
Q

What is the appliance loss when flowing less than 350 gpm’s?

A

0

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46
Q

What is the appliance loss when flowing over 350 gpm’s?

A

10

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47
Q

What is the appliance loss when flowing a master stream?

A

25

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48
Q

What is the formula for elevation pressure loss?

A

EP = 0.5H

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49
Q

What is the formula for elevation pressure loss in a multistory building?

A

EP = (5 psi) x (Number of stories -1)

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50
Q

When two hose lines of equal length are Siamese to supply a fire stream, friction loss is decreased by approximately how much?

A

25 percent

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51
Q

Pump discharge pressure is composed of what two things?

A

NP + TPL

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52
Q

What is a safe and efficient nozzle pressure for a solid stream nozzle for a hand line?

A

50 psi

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53
Q

What is a safe and efficient nozzle pressure for a master stream solid stream nozzle?

A

80 psi

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54
Q

What is a safe and efficient nozzle pressure for a fog nozzle?

A

100 psi

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55
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What is the formula for Net Pump Discharge Pressure?

A

NPDP = PDP - Intake reading

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56
Q

What is the friction loss coefficient for an 1 3/4 hose with 1.5 couplings?

A

15.5

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57
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What is the friction loss coefficient for 3 inch hose with 2.5 inch couplings?

A

0.8

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58
Q

What is the friction loss coefficient for 4 inch hose?

A

0.2

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59
Q

What is the friction loss coefficient for a 4 inch standpipe?

A

0.374

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60
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What is the friction loss coefficient for a 5 inch standpipe?

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0.126

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61
Q

What is the primary function of the driver/operator on the fireground?

A

provide water to attack crews in sufficient volume and pressure

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62
Q

How does a driver operator precisely determine the friction loss of various flows through specific hose layouts?

A

in-line gauges

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63
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What is the only trye accurate method for determining pressure loss in a particular hose lay?

A

measuring the pressure of the line on both ends

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64
Q

All of the following are measuring devices that can be used to record an accurate pressure in a hose lay except for:

A

clapper valve

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65
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While preforming testing procedures to determine friction loss in a hoseline, all in line gauges should be calibrated in increments of:

A

5 psi

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66
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Elevation pressure is the difference between:

A

the nozzle and the pump

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67
Q

When charging multiple handlines of equal lengths and equal diameter, friction loss should be calculated for:

A

one line

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68
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While supplying multiple hoselines, the driver should set the pump discharge pressure based on the hoseline with:

A

the greatest pressure requirement

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69
Q

What best describes net discharge pressure?

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the difference between the PDP and incoming supply source

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70
Q

How can a driver/operator achieve a lower pressure in a handline that does not require the maximum pressure from the pump?

A

gate-down the line

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71
Q

what is the presumed loss for all master stream appliances?

A

25psi

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72
Q

When using a manifold appliance and the hose lengths are unequal in diameter or length, total pressure loss in the system is based on:

A

the highest pressure loss in any line

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73
Q

the combination of friction loss, elevation pressure loss and appliance loss is referred to as:

A

total pressure loss

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74
Q

what is the safe and efficient operating nozzle pressure for a solid stream handline nozzle?

A

50 psi

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75
Q

what is the safe and efficient operating pressure for a master stream with a solid stream nozzle?

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80 psi

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76
Q

what is the safe and efficient nozzle pressure for a low pressure fog nozzle?

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50

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77
Q

what kind of nozzle should a driver/ operator use in conjunction with a pitot tube to measure water flow pressure?

A

smooth bore nozzle

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78
Q

what is the net pump discharge pressure measured in?

A

pounds per square inch

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79
Q

what is the formula to determine net discharge pressure?

A

PDP-intake reading

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80
Q

What is the presumed pressure loss of an appliance that is not involved in a master stream operation?

A

10 psi

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81
Q

What is the primary consideration to effectively provide water for fire streams?

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The volume of water flowing per minute

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82
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Total pressure loss (TPL) is created by combining what?

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Friction loss, elevation pressure loss, and appliance loss

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83
Q

The numbers in the total pressure loss equation are expressed in what way?

A

Pounds per square inch (PSI)

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84
Q

What is the only truly accurate method for determining pressure loss in a hoseline?

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Measure the pressure at both ends of the hoseline and subtract the difference

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85
Q

In the friction loss formula, the length is measured & multiplied in what hose distance?

A

100 foot lengths

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86
Q

It is assumed that there is a 10 PSI loss for each appliance in an assembled hoseline when flowing what volume of GPM’s?

A

350 GPMs or greater

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87
Q

What is the appliance loss for a master stream device, regardless of flow?

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25 PSI

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88
Q

To determine elevation loss in a multi-story building, which of the following formulas is generally used?

A

EL = (5PSI)(Number of stories - 1)

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89
Q

When the flowing hoselines of different diameters, what calculation(s) should be made to determine PDP?

A

Calculations must be made for each hoseline

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90
Q

When two hoselines of equal length are siamesed to supply a fire stream, friction loss is reduced by how much than that of a single hoseline?

A

25 percent

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91
Q

When pumping hoselines of different lengths and diameters, what does the TPL become based on?

A

The hoseline with the highest TPL

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92
Q

To determine TPL in unequal length wyed hoselines, the friction loss from the supply line is added, along wih the wye, elevation loss, and the wyed line with what?

A

The greatest amount of friction loss

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93
Q

When considering pressure loss in an elevated waterway/master stream, a driver/operator should assume an appliance loss of how much?

A

25 PSI

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94
Q

The actual pressure of the water as it leaves the pump and enters the hoseline is known as:

A

Pump discharge pressure

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95
Q

The actual amount of pressure being produced by the pump is known as:

A

Net pump discharge pressure

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96
Q

A smoothbore nozzle for a handline has a starting nozzle pressure of:

A

50 PSI

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97
Q

How is the net pump discharge pressure calculated?

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NPDP = PDP - intake reading

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98
Q

The coeffieient for a 1” booster line is:

A

150

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99
Q

The coeffieient for a 4” supply line is:

A

0.2

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100
Q

3” hose with 2«” couplings has a coefficient of:

A

0.8

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101
Q

When charging different size hose lines, friction loss needs calculated for each line and then set for what?

A

Higher pressure line

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102
Q

What is the formula for friction loss?

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FL=C(Q^2L)/100

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103
Q

What is the formula to determine Pump Discharge Pressure?

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NP+TPL

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104
Q

When calculating elevation pressure in a multi story building, you must subtract how many floors from the actual fire floor?

A

1

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105
Q

What is the nozzle pressure for a fog nozzle?

A

100 PSI

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106
Q

What is the appliance loss for master stream appliances?

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25 PSI

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107
Q

When using more than one hoseline of equal length and same diameter, friction loss calculations need to be made for what?

A

Only one line

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108
Q

There is no calculated loss for flowing less than how many GPMs?

A

350 GPM

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109
Q

What is the nozzle pressure for a master stream solid stream nozzle?

A

80 PSI

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110
Q

What PSI loss is added to calculations for flows over 350 GPM?

A

10 PSI

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111
Q

Friction loss, elevation loss and appliance loss are part of what calculation?

A

Total pressure loss

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112
Q

What is the safe nozzle pressure for a solid stream handline?

A

50 PSI

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113
Q

When two hoselines of equal length are Siamesedto supple a fire stream, friction loss is approximately how much less than that of a single hoseline?

A

25 percent

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114
Q

What is the formula for calculating Net Pump Discharge Pressure

A

PDP-intake reading

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115
Q

What is the IFSTA friction loss coefficient for 1 3/4 inch single hoseline?

A

15.5

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116
Q

What is the friction loss coefficient for 2 1/2 inch single hoseline?

A

2

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117
Q

What is the friction loss coefficient for 3 inch single hoselines?

A

0.8

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118
Q

What is the friction loss coefficient for 4 inch single hoseline?

A

0.2

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119
Q

What is the elevation pressure loss for hoseline working on the 6th floor of a building?

A

25 PSI

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120
Q

What is the friction loss coefficient for two 3 inch hoselines?

A

0.2

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121
Q

What is the primary factor when considering friction loss?

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Volume of water flowing per minute

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122
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What is the formula for friction loss?

A

FL=C(Q^2L)/100

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123
Q

What is the formula to determine Pump Discharge Pressure?

A

NP+TPL

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124
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When calculating elevation pressure in a multi story building, you must subtract how many floors from the actual fire floor?

A

1

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125
Q

What is the nozzle pressure for a fog nozzle?

A

100 PSI

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126
Q

What is the appliance loss for master stream appliances?

A

25 PSI

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127
Q

Which of the following is true regarding hose used when determining friction loss coefficients?

A

Use the actual hose that will be used on the fire ground

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128
Q

There is no calculated loss for flowing less than how many GPMs?

A

350 GPM

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129
Q

What is the nozzle pressure for a master stream solid stream nozzle?

A

80 PSI

130
Q

What PSI loss is added to calculations for flows over 350 GPM?

A

10 PSI

131
Q

Friction loss, elevation loss and appliance loss are part of what calculation?

A

Total pressure loss

132
Q

What is the safe nozzle pressure for a solid stream handline?

A

50 PSI

133
Q

When two hoselines of equal length are Siamesed to supply a fire stream, friction loss is approximately how much less than that of a single hoseline?

A

25 percent

134
Q

What is the formula for calculating Net Pump Discharge Pressure

A

PDP-intake reading

135
Q

What is the IFSTA friction loss coefficient for 1 3/4 inch single hoseline?

A

15.5

136
Q

What is the friction loss in a standpipe operation for two 100 foot sections of 3 inch flowing 175 GPM?

A

0.61

137
Q

What is the generic term applied to any nozzle, wye, siamese, deluge monitor or other peice of hardware used in conjunction with fire hose?

A

Appliance

138
Q

When using wyed hoselines, what must be the same in order to avoid having different nozzle pressures?

A

Same length and diameter

139
Q

What is the safe and efficient nozzle pressure for a low pressure fog nozzle?

A

50 PSI

140
Q

What is the friction loss coefficient for two 3 inch hoselines?

A

0.2

141
Q

Driver/operates need to know the amount of friction loss and pressure loss in fire hose in order to?

A

effectively provide water for fire streams

142
Q

The calculation of friction loss must take into account the?

A

length and diameter of the hoseline

143
Q

The combination of friction lose, and loss associated with appliance is referred to as?

A

total pressure loss

144
Q

What are the two ways of determining friction loss?

A

calculations and performing tests

145
Q

Which of the following is the formula for determining friction loss?

A

FL= CQ^2L

146
Q

When testing for friction loss coeffients, department that use a flowmeter should use?

A

any type of nozzle

147
Q

When testing for friction loss coeffients, department that use a pitot tube should use?

A

smooth bore nozzle

148
Q

Per this textbook, 0 psi is assumed loss for flows less than?

A

350 gpm

149
Q

What loss can be assumed for each appliance when flowing 350 gpm or greater

A

10psi

150
Q

What loss can be assumed for all master streams appliance, regardless of the flow that will be used?

A

25 psi

151
Q

Elevation pressure is created by elevation differences between?

A

the nozzle and the pump

152
Q

What is the formula for elevation pressure loss?

A

0.5 x height in feet

153
Q

What is the formula for elevation pressure in a multi-story building?

A

5 psi x (number of floors -1)

154
Q

What is the pressure loss due to elevation for a hoseline operating at the top of a 150 foot hill?

A

75 psi

155
Q

A hoseline operating on the 12 floor structure fire is connected to the buildings standpipe system. What is the total pressure loss due to elevation?

A

55 psi

156
Q

When determining friction loss in multiple hoselines of equal length and whose diameters are the same, it is necessary to perform calculations for?

A

only one line

157
Q

When the diameters of hoselines vary, frication loss calculations must be made for each hoseline, and then set based on the?

A

higher pressure

158
Q

Which of the following is MOST likely to have predetermined pressures in department policies and preincident plans?

A

standpipe operations

159
Q

The pump discharge pressure at the apparatus must be enough to overcome?

A

the sum of all pressure losses

160
Q

Which of the following is a safe and efficient nozzle pressure for a fog nozzle?

A

100 psi

161
Q

What is the primary function of the driver/operator on the fireground?

A

To provide water to attack crews in sufficient volume and pressure

162
Q

What factors must drivers consider to have proper pump discharge pressure for fire streams?

A

Friction loss and elevation

163
Q

What is necessary to know in order to effectively provide water for fire streams?

A

The amount of friction loss in the fire hose and the pressure loss or gain due to elevation

164
Q

What is the primary factor in determining friction loss?

A

The volume of water flowing per minute

165
Q

What is the combination of friction loss, elevation pressure loss, and appliance loss?

A

Total pressure loss

166
Q

What is the most precise way to determine friction loss?

A

Using an in-line gauge at the beginning and end of a hose layout and subtracting the difference

167
Q

What does the formula for friction loss account for?

A

Diameter of the hose, volume of water flowing and length of the hose

168
Q

What does “C” stand for in the friction loss formula?

A

Friction Loss Coefficient

169
Q

When testing hose to determine the friction loss coefficients, what should be done to make it more accurate?

A

Test one diameter at a time as well as those of the same construction and manufacture

170
Q

What type of gauge measures water flow pressure in psi?

A

Pitot tube and gauge

171
Q

What type of gauge measure water flow in volume?

A

Flowmeter

172
Q

How much friction loss is assumed for less than 350 gpm of flow?

A

0 psi

173
Q

When considering elevation pressure, what starting and ending point is measured for the difference in elevation?

A

The nozzle and the pump

174
Q

In a multistory building, how do you rapidly determine the elevation loss?

A

5psi X (Number of stories-1)

175
Q

How many calculations are needed for multiple hoselines of equal length?

A

1

176
Q

What does the driver need to do if there are multiple hoselines of different length and/or different sizes?

A

Calculate the friction loss for each hose line

177
Q

When determining pressure loss, what does the driver account for master stream devices?

A

25psi

178
Q

How much pressure loss is accounted for using an elevated waterway?

A

25psi

179
Q

What formula is made up of nozzle pressure and total pressure loss?

A

Pump Discharge Pressure

180
Q

What is the nozzle pressure for a solid stream nozzle on a master stream?

A

80 psi

181
Q

what is a safe and efficient nozzle pressure for a solid stream nozzle(handline)?

A

50psi

182
Q

what is a safe and efficient nozzle pressure for solid stream nozzle(master)?

A

80psi

183
Q

what is a safe and efficient nozzle pressure for a fog nozzle(handline)?

A

100psi

184
Q

what is a safe and efficient nozzle pressure for low pressure fog nozzle(master)?

A

50-75psi

185
Q

what do you get when you add nozzle pressure plus total pressure loss?

A

pump discharge pressure

186
Q

what is the constant in friction loss formula?

A

there is none

187
Q

what flow amount do you start using appliance loss?

A

greater 350gpm

188
Q

when finding elevation loss in multistory buildings, what do you do to the number of stories?

A

minus 1 from it

189
Q

the difference in what, creates elevation pressure?

A

nozzle and the pump

190
Q

what is “C” in the friction loss formula?

A

coefficient

191
Q

what does “L”stand for in friction loss formula

A

length of hose

192
Q

what hose should be tested for friction loss?

A

actual fire ground hose

193
Q

what is the elevation pressure loss for a hose line on the 9th floor?

A

40psi

194
Q

what is the friction loss for 600ft of 4inch hose that is flowing 750gpm?

A

67.5psi

195
Q

what type of nozzle should a department use when testing friction loss with a flowmeter?

A

any nozzle type

196
Q

what is friction loss formula

A

Fl=CQ^2L

197
Q

what type of nozzle should a department use if using a pitot tube to figure friction loss?

A

smooth bore

198
Q

what is formula for net pump discharge pressure?

A

pump discharge pressure - intake pressure

199
Q

what the elevation pressure loss of a hose line flowing at the top of a 100 ft hill?

A

50psi

200
Q

what is the pressure loss for elevated master stream?

A

25psi

201
Q

Friction Loss + Elevation pressure Loss + Appliance Loss

A

Total Pressure Loss

202
Q

Total Pressure Loss is expressed in

A

LBs per sq Inch

203
Q

Measuring pressure at both ends of the hoseline and subtracting the difference

A

The only accurate method for determining pressure loss

204
Q

diameter of the hose, the volume of water flowing and the length of the hose

A

Friction Loss

205
Q

C x Q2 x L

A

Friction Loss

206
Q

Friction Loss in pound per sq inch (psi)

A

FL

207
Q

Friction loss coefficient

A

C

208
Q

Flow rate in hundreds of gallons per minute (gpm)(gpm/100)

A

Q

209
Q

Hose length in hudreds of feet (ft)(feet/100)

A

L

210
Q

0 Psi friction loss for flows less than

A

350 gpm

211
Q

Friction loss in applicances 350 gpm or greater (other than master streams)

A

10 psi

212
Q

Friction loss for master streams

A

25 psi

213
Q

0.5 x H (Customary)

A

Elevation Pressure Loss (Customary)

214
Q

Elevation Pressure Loss

A

EP

215
Q

10 x H (Metric)

A

Elevation Pressure Loss (Metric)

216
Q

Q = Flow rate (gpm or L/min)/100

A

FL in an equal length wyed line hose layout

217
Q

When two hoselines of equal length are Siamesed to supply a fire stream, friction loss is approximately how much percent less than that of a single hoseline at the same nozzle pressure?

A

25

218
Q

when considering pressure loss in an elevated waterway, assume how much loss for the waterway and master stream appliance?

A

25

219
Q

The sum of the pressure loss encountered as well as the required nozzle pressure will be used to determine the

A

pump discharge pressure

220
Q

NP + TPL

A

PDP

221
Q

In order to effectively provide water for fire streams, it is necessary to know what?

A

Friction loss in the hose and elevation

222
Q

The primary consideration for fire streams is ?

A

A volume of water flow per minute

223
Q

What are the 3 parts to calculating friction loss?

A

Hose length, Diameter, and appliances

224
Q

What are the 2 parts to Total Pressure Loss?

A

Friction Loss and elevation

225
Q

The only truly accurate method for determining pressure loss in a hose lay is what?

A

Measure the pressure at both ends and subtract to find the difference

226
Q

What of the following is NOT used to determine friction loss coefficients?

A

In line educator

227
Q

Nozzles, wye, Siamese, deluge monitors are considered what?

A

Appliances

228
Q

Friction loss in cases where the total flow through the appliance is less than WHAT, generally considered to be insignificant?

A

350

229
Q

There are 3 general friction loss’s for appliances. Hose lines below / above 350 PSI and master streams?

A

0,10,25

230
Q

When using a truck as an elevated standpipe, other than friction loss what must be considered?

A

Elevation

231
Q

Pump discharge pressure must be sufficient to ?

A

Overcome all pressure loss

232
Q

Actual pressure of the water as it leaves the pump and enters the hose line is called?

A

PDP

233
Q

When pumping multiple hand lines, what should the pump operator pump to?

A

Largest volume hose line

234
Q

When pumping, the difference between the incoming water pressure and discharge pressure is called?

A

NPDP

235
Q

Friction loss, loss or gain due to elevation, and appliance loss are called ?

A

Total pressure loss

236
Q

Weather used as a supply line or attached line this is the simplest friction loss calculation?

A

Single hose line

237
Q

When using multiple hose lines of the same diameter and length, how do you figure Friction loss?

A

For 1 line

238
Q

When using a wyed hose line what must be done to prevent different nozzle pressures?

A

Hand lines the same length

239
Q

When using a large hose line to split to make 2 smaller hand lines what appliance is used?

A

Wye

240
Q

What appliance is used to put 2 or more parallel lines together?

A

Siamese

241
Q

What is the primary function of the driver/operator on the fire ground?

A

Provide water to attack crews in sufficient volume and pressure

242
Q

What must the driver/operator know in order to effectively provide water for fire streams?

A

Friction loss and elevation gain or loss

243
Q

What are two causes of friction loss?

A

Condition of the hose and couplings and kinks in the hoseline

244
Q

What other factors must the driver/operator account for when making a friction loss calculation?

A

Length and diameter of hose and any appliances used

245
Q

What is the only truly accurate method for determining pressure loss in a particular hose lay?

A

Measure the pressure at both ends of the hoseline and subtracting the difference

246
Q

Which of these is not a factor in the formula for friction loss?

A

Temperature

247
Q

Which of these items is not commonly used when determining friction loss testing?

A

Gate valve

248
Q

What is the generic term that applies to any nozzle, wye, siamese, deluge monitor, or other piece of hardware used in conjunction with fire hose for the purpose of delivering water?

A

Appliance

249
Q

What GPM is generally considered to be insignificant for friction loss of the appliance?

A

Less than 350 GPM

250
Q

What is the appliance loss calculation for each appliance in a hose assembly when flowing 350 gpm or greater?

A

10 psi

251
Q

What is elevation pressure?

A

The difference between the nozzle and the pump

252
Q

What is the constant used to multiply the height in the elevation pressure loss calculation?

A

0.5

253
Q

Which of these is not a factor for determining total pressure loss?

A

Temperature loss

254
Q

What is the pump discharge pressure based on when the diameters of hoselines vary?

A

Based on the higher pressure

255
Q

What is needed to overcome friction loss as the rate of flow is increased through a hoseline?

A

Additional pressure

256
Q

What can be done to accommodate larger volumes of water and keep friction loss rates reasonable?

A

Two or more parallel hoselines may be laid

257
Q

How much less is the friction loss when two hoselines of equal length are siamesed to supply a fire stream as compared to that of a single hoseline at the same nozzle pressure?

A

25 percent less

258
Q

What is the term for the actual pressure of water as it leaves the pump and enteres the hoseline?

A

Pump discharge pressure (PDP)

259
Q

What is a safe and efficient nozzle pressure for a solid stream (handline) nozzle?

A

50 psi

260
Q

What is the term for the actual amount of pressure being produced by the pump?

A

Net pump discharge pressure (NPDP)

261
Q

What is the only truly accurate method for determining pressure loss?

A

Measuring the pressure at both ends of the hoseline and subtracting the difference

262
Q

What does the “C” in the friction loss equation represent?

A

A predetermined coefficient

263
Q

What does the “Q” in the friction loss equation represent?

A

The flow rate in hundreds of gallons per minute

264
Q

What does the “L” in the friction loss equation represent?

A

Hose length in hundreds of feet

265
Q

What is the customary friction loss measured in?

A

Pounds per square inch

266
Q

Which of the following is a device one would need to determine reliable friction loss coefficients?

A

Pitot tube

267
Q

What is the generic term applied to any nozzle, wye, deluge monitor used in conjuction with fire hose for the purpose of delivering water?

A

Appliance

268
Q

According to IFSTA, how many psi should be used when calculating appliance loss for a master stream?

A

25 psi

269
Q

According to IFSTA, how many psi should be used when calculating appliance loss for an appliance with less than 350 gpm?

A

0 psi

270
Q

The pressure created by a difference between the nozzle and the pump is what?

A

Elevation pressure

271
Q

When using the customary formula to caluclate elevation pressure loss, what is the constant?

A

0.5

272
Q

Which of the folliwing is not included in total pressure loss?

A

Hoseline Loss

273
Q

When calculating friction loss for multiple hoselines of equal length but different diameter and different discharge pressures are calculated, what discharge pressure should be used?

A

The higher pressure

274
Q

If different discharge pressures are needed, what can the DPO do to the line that needs the lower pressure?

A

Gate the valve partially closed

275
Q

When calculating friction loss for two equal lines coming off a gated wye, how does the DPO determine the quantity to use?

A

Add the two flows together

276
Q

When calculating friction loss for two equal lines coming off a gated wye, which of the following is not added in to the final pump discharge pressure?

A

25 psi for the appliance

277
Q

When two hoselines of equal length are Siamesed to fupply a fire stream, friction loss is approximately how much less than that of a single hoseline at the same nozzle pressure?

A

25 percent

278
Q

What is the actual amound of pressure being produced by the pump?

A

Net Pump Discharge Pressure

279
Q

What us a safe and efficient nozzle pressure for a solid stream handline?

A

50 psi

280
Q

What is a safe and efficient nozzle pressure for a low pressure fog nozzle?

A

75 psi

281
Q

What is the main purpose of a fire department pumper?

A

Provide adequate water pressure for effective water streams

282
Q

What is the NFPA standard for Automotive Fire Apparatus?

A

1901

283
Q

The NFPA 1901 standard, specifies a minium pump and tank capacity of what?

A

750 gpm, 300 gallong

284
Q

Pump capacities larger than 750 gpm, increase In increments of what?

A

250 gpm

285
Q

What NFPA standard specifies the minimum portable equipment that must be carried on all fire department pumpers?

A

1901

286
Q

Articulating or telescoping devices most commonly combined with pumpers generally range to what height?

A

50 - 75 feet

287
Q

What type of apparatus’ primary purpose is to initiate fire attack on structural and wildland fires?

A

Initial attack apparatus

288
Q

Mini-pumpers usually have a pump rated capacity of less than how many gpm?

A

500 gpm

289
Q

Midi-pumpers usually have a gross vehicle weight rating of what?

A

12,000 pounds

290
Q

Midi-pumpers have a fire pump with a capacity that generally does not exceed what?

A

1,000 gpm

291
Q

The capacity of a mobile water supply apparatus is not based on which of the following factors?

A

Rural water areas

292
Q

What type of vehicle often has a pump and tank capacity of 500 gallons or less?

A

Brush truck

293
Q

Brush trucks often have a tank and pump capacity of what?

A

500 gallons

294
Q

According to NFPA 1901 aerial apparatus equipped with fire pumps must have a pump rated at a minimum capacity of what?

A

1,000 gpm

295
Q

Aerial apparatus equipped with a fire pump must also contain a water tank with a capacity of at least what?

A

300 gallons

296
Q

What type of device is used to convert a vehicles 12 or 24 volt DC current into 110 or 220 volt AC current?

A

Inverter

297
Q

Inverters are typically used to power what?

A

Vehicle mounted flood lights

298
Q

What is the most common power source used for emergency vehicles?

A

Generators

299
Q

What is typically the largest capacity generator?

A

5,000 watts

300
Q

Scene lighting on apparatus operate within a range of generally how many watts?

A

300 - 1,000 watts

301
Q

All of the following are included in calculating the “total pressure loss” except:

A

nozzle pressure

302
Q

Calculating the “total pressure loss” of a hose layout is expressed in:

A

pounds per square inch

303
Q

How is friction loss precisely calculated?

A

by preforming tests using equipment and conditions found in the field

304
Q

Completing tests to determine friction loss involves using:

A

in-line gauges

305
Q

What is the only truly accurate method for determining pressure loss in a particular hose lay?

A

by measuring the pressure at both ends of the hoseline and subtracting the difference

306
Q

All of the following are included in the current formula to determine friction loss except:

A

nozzle pressure

307
Q

All of the following are measuring devices used to record test data except:

A

indicating valves

308
Q

A pitot tube and gauge is used to measure water flow pressure in:

A

psi and kPa

309
Q

A flowmeter measures water flow in:

A

gpms

310
Q

What type of nozzle is required when conducting a test to determine friction loss in a hose lay using a pitot gauge?

A

smooth bore nozzle

311
Q

What type of nozzle is required when conducting a test to determine friction loss in a hose lay using a flowmeter?

A

any type of nozzle is acceptable

312
Q

When conducting a test to determine friction loss in a hose lay, two in line gauges are required that are calibrated in increments of:

A

5 psi

313
Q

How many in-line gauges are required to test the friction loss of a hose lay?

A

2

314
Q

Which of the following hose lays preset the simplest friction loss calculations?

A

a single hose line

315
Q

What is the approximate friction loss of two hoselines of equal diameter and length are siamesed to supply a fire stream?

A

approximately 25 percent less than that of a single hoseline

316
Q

Which of the following best describes “Net Pump Discharge Pressure”

A

The pressure difference between the pump discharge pressure and the incoming pressure from the supply source

317
Q

What is the nozzle pressure of a solid stream handline?

A

50 psi

318
Q

What is the nozzle pressure of a solid stream master stream?

A

80 psi

319
Q

What is the nozzle pressure of a low pressure fog nozzle?

A

50 or 70

320
Q

What is the nozzle pressure of a fog nozzle (per NFPA)?

A

100 psi

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