08 - Ground Ladders

Question 1

What temp do heat indicators change at?

Answer 1

149 C

Question 2

NFPA standard for ladder construction

Answer 2

1931

Question 3

NFPA standard for ladder inspection

Answer 3

1932

Question 4

Proper EFRS climbing angle

Answer 4

75

Question 5

Ladders on a pump and tanker

Answer 5

3m Attic
4.3m Roof
7.3 Extension

Question 6

Ladders on Ladder

Answer 6

3m Attic
4.3m Fresno
4.8m Roof
4.8m Roof (wide, on stick)
7.3m Extension
10.6m Extension
30m Stick

Question 7

Ladders on Rescue

Answer 7

Combo ladder

Question 7

Max rating (FF/fly)

Answer 7

2 FF per fly

Question 8

Minimum distance from power lines

Answer 8

10 feet / 3 metres

Question 9

List six (6) hazard considerations for the safe placement of a ladder

Answer 9

Overhead powerlines & hazards
Uneven ground
ice on ground and wall
High traffic areas
Structurally unsound wall
Fire impingement to ladders

Question 10

List ten types of defects that if found would result in the ladder being tagged and
placed out of service.

Answer 10

Heat sensor color changes.
Rungs for tightness.
Damaged or missing bolts and rivets.
Broken or cracked welds.
Deformations of rungs or beams.
Damaged or frayed halyards.
Damaged or impaired function of halyard pulleys.
Damaged or missing guides, stops, and foot pads.
Easy to extend/retract ladder.
Inoperative operation of pawls.
Damaged or non-functioning ladder hooks.

Question 11

How often should ladders be service tested as per 1932

Answer 11

Annually

Question 12

How often should ladders be inspected and cleaned?

Answer 12

Periodically and after each use.