13-14 Water Tanker Inspections, Operation and Shuttles

Question 1

When is a water tanker shuttle needed?

Answer 1

1. no hydrants available and more water needed than available on initial responding apparatus

Question 2

What are safety considerations for drivers of water tanker? (5)

Answer 2

1. be aware that water tankloads can shift and cause significant instability
2. avoid poorly constructed roads
3. cautionary speed signs should be considered max. speed for tanker
4. avoid driving on shoulders
5. when possible, have at least one FF accompany tanker driver

Question 3

When should dump chutes be positioned?

Answer 3

prior to final backing to the port-a-tank

Question 4

When should a Water Supply Officer (WSO) be assigned? (2)

Answer 4

1. to control movement of tankers

2. keep personnel clear of tankers when backing up

Question 5

When should high visibility vest be worn? (2)

Answer 5

1. to direct tankers

2. operate filling/ dumping operations

Question 6

When should a PFD be worn?

Answer 6

when drafting from a static source

Question 7

When shall CFES be dispatched to assist BFES?

Answer 7

when multple water tankers are req’d

Question 8

What is minimum # of CFES water tankers to be dispatched for water tanker shuttle?

Answer 8

4

Question 9

What is used as dividing line for dispatching water tankers from CFES?

Answer 9

Hwy 410

Question 10

What CFES tankers are dispatched west of 410? (4)

Answer 10

T304, T305, T307, T309

Question 11

What CFES tankers are dispatched east of 410? (4)

Answer 11

T302, T303, T306, T307

Question 12

Who shall manage water tanker shuttle?

Answer 12

CFES personnel

Question 13

Who assumes WSO role to coordinate water tanker shuttle ops?

Answer 13

1st CFES Officer on scene, as directed by IC