136-185 Flashcards
TB 136 - Aircraft Emergencies Standard Operating Procedures
Historical data shows that when passengers exit via the aircraft emergency chutes, an ___ percent injury rate will occur with no hazard present.
8%
TB 136 - Aircraft Emergencies Standard Operating Procedures
When a pilot notifies the LAX air traffic control of an aircraft emergency, the tower declares an Alert 2 or Alert 3 via the “____” telephone notification system
Red
TB 136 - Aircraft Emergencies Standard Operating Procedures
A telephonic notification with details of the emergency and approximate landing time is made to _____
Fire station 80
TB 136 - Aircraft Emergencies Standard Operating Procedures
There are ___ security access posts that provide controlled access, 24 hours daily to the aoa
5
TB 136 - Aircraft Emergencies Standard Operating Procedures
Alert ___ and ___ are the 2 ARFF response categories used in the aviation industry.
2 &3
TB 139 - Air Management Policy
NFPA ___ Standard for the fire dept. scba
1404
TB 139 - Air Management Policy
Activation of low air (____ % of scba capacity) is an immediate action item for the individual/team and according to NFPA is to be treat3d with the same urgency as a mayday or firefighter emergency.
33%
TB 139 - Air Management Policy
When the pressure drops to ___ or ___ % the last green led turns red and begins to flash, giving the user a visual low pressure alarm in addition to the audible alarm located at the upper ____ of the backpack on the SCBA
1/3 or 33%
Upper left
TB 139 - Air Management Policy
Supervisors and members share the responsibility for and shall consider time needed for safe exit when objective is reached or SCBA is at ___ % whichever comes first
50%
TB 139 - Air Management Policy
The LAFD annual member retraining and certification shall be completed annual during the month of _____ at the company level and documented in the members _______ , _____ and _____
January
Personal record book, f-2 and target solutions
TB 139 - Air Management Policy
@ 52 % = green led in hud will ____
@ 10 -33% = external and hud will ____
@ < 10% = external and hud will ____
@ 52 % = green led in hud will Flash at 1s period
@ 10 -33% = external and hud will flash red @ 500ms
@ < 10% = external and hud will flash red @ 100ms
TB 140 - Elevator Operations at Highrise Incident
Firefighters wearing personal protective equipment and carrying necessary equipment require approximately _____ per floor to ascend stairs.
One minute
TB 140 - Elevator Operations at Highrise Incident
With a fire ___ in size every ___ it burns unchecked, the potential exists for the fire extending beyond the are of origin.
Doubling in size every minute
TB 140 - Elevator Operations at Highrise Incident
“Emergency service” allows firefighter to take elevators out of ______ operation and place them under _____ control by emergency personnel increasing the margin of safety for firefighting personnel and building occupants
Automatic ; manual control
TB 140 - Elevator Operations at Highrise Incident
Elevator emergency service is did died into 2 phases ;
Recall phase & override phase
TB 140 - Elevator Operations at Highrise Incident
Phase 1 refers to the manual or automatic recall of elevators to the lobby or designated recall level of the building either through _____ , ______ or ______ x3
Emergency service keys within the lobby or fire control room or by the activation of an elevator lobby smoke detector
TB 140 - Elevator Operations at Highrise Incident
The _____ position is used to place the elevator in operation on a temporary basis when the entire building has been deemed safe for normal use, but there is still enough residual smoke to actuate the detectors or the detectors are malfunctioning. The elevator key ____removable when the switch is in the bypass position.
Bypass position
Key is not removable
TB 140 - Elevator Operations at Highrise Incident
The ______ elevator code requires a similar 3 position recall key switch with positions marked ____ ,____ and ___
- with this system how do we bypass the alarm system when a fire protection device cannot be reset.
2008
Reset, off, and on
We cannot
TB 140 - Elevator Operations at Highrise Incident
Phase 2 “override phase”
This switch is “normally” a 3 position key switch (____ - ____ -__)
On-off-hold
TB 140 - Elevator Operations at Highrise Incident
When operating elevators in the emergency service mode, the _____ and ___ are rendered inoperable.
Automatic door open feature and photo electric device
TB 140 - Elevator Operations at Highrise Incident
Continuous pressure on the “Door Open” button causes the elevator doors to open. If the button is released prior to the doors reaching the fully opened position, the doors will automatically close. The only exception is that
the doors may automatically open upon return to the lobby.
TB 140 - Elevator Operations at Highrise Incident
Open doors are closed by continuous pressure on the “Door Closed” button, if provided. If a “Door Closed” button is not provided, continuous pressure on
the desired floor button will serve to close the doors.
TB 140 - Elevator Operations at Highrise Incident
When multiple floor buttons have been selected, the elevator is designed to ______
Stop at the closest floor selected
TB 140 - Elevator Operations at Highrise Incident
Elevator ascent during investigations or firefighting operations shall only be used when the reported location is _____
Above the 6th floor
TB 140 - Elevator Operations at Highrise Incident
Firefighter who climb stairs as opposed to utilizing elevators, will arrive faster to locations at or below the ___ floor
6th
TB 140 - Elevator Operations at Highrise Incident
The Company Officer, before using an elevator, should attempt to accurately determine the location of the fire or alarm. This can be accomplished through ____x4
Inspection of alarm panel
Security closed circuit video,
actual observation(fire from window)
Info received from building security, maintenance,or occupants
TB 140 - Elevator Operations at Highrise Incident
Under no circumstances should an elevator not equipped with emergency service or a freight elevator be utilized ? Exception?
Until it is determined safe by fire dept. personnel on the desired floor of operation and their use is approved by the incident commander.
TB 140 - Elevator Operations at Highrise Incident
If the building is equipped with split bank elevators, do not use an elevator that_____ if a lower bank of elevators reaches within ___ floors of the fire floor
Services the fire floor
5 floors
TB 140 - Elevator Operations at Highrise Incident
Elevators that travel through a blind shaft _____ be avoided whenever possible
Should
TB 140 - Elevator Operations at Highrise Incident
The city of Los Angeles enacted a high rise retro fit ordinance ( effective in ____ ) that requires all elevators on all levels in all existing high rise buildings (except group r division 1) open into elevator lobbies which are separated from the remainder of building.
All lobby openings for elevator doors shall be protected with _____ hour automatic- closing fire assemblies with magnetic hold open devices .
Walls having fire resistive rating of not less than _____
1989
3/4 (45-min.) doors and 1 hour walls
TB 140 - Elevator Operations at Highrise Incident
Elevator lobbies except for ____ are provided wit( a smoke detector located on the lobby ceiling
The main entrance level lobby
TB 140 - Elevator Operations at Highrise Incident
The elevator shaft shall be observed to determine the presence of _____
Smoke , fire, and water
TB 140 - Elevator Operations at Highrise Incident
The fire attack team shall consist of a minimum of ___ members
4
TB 140 - Elevator Operations at Highrise Incident
No more than ___ personnel with equipment shall be permitted in any one elevator at one time
6
TB 140 - Elevator Operations at Highrise Incident
Once assigned as the elevator operator , this member will report to ____
The lobby control officer
TB 140 - Elevator Operations at Highrise Incident
All members including member identified as the elevator operator; utilizing the elevator as means of ascent shall be equipped with ____ x6
Person protective equipment
Breathing apparatus
Portable radios
Sound powered phone
Forcible entry tool
And the appropriate equipment for fire suppression operations
TB 140 - Elevator Operations at Highrise Incident
During phase 1 operation, if any elevator does not recall to the lobby or recall location,
Elevators shall not be used until accounted for
TB 140 - Elevator Operations at Highrise Incident
Unaccounted elevators will require the ic to implement an ____ to determine the location and status of any elevator not returning to its recall location and potential for extrication and rescue
Elevator group
TB 140 - Elevator Operations at Highrise Incident
If the ____,____ , or ____ indicator light on the elevator car control panel is blinking, the elevator cars in that bank should not be used.
Fire service, fire helmet, or Maltese cross jewel
TB 140 - Elevator Operations at Highrise Incident
Press the reset or call cancel button to clear the elevator control panel. How many times?
Repeat process a second time to ensure the call cancel feature is operating correctly
. TB 140 - Elevator Operations at Highrise Incident
Select the desired floor of termination (two floors below the fire floor or two floors below the lowest activated fire alarm indication), plus a minimum of ____.
Precautionary stops shall be made every ___ floors in order to test and confirm that the elevator is properly operating.
2 additional floors
5 floors
TB 140 - Elevator Operations at Highrise Incident
Precautionary stops will ensure that x5
- will precautionary stops be made if bank of elevators being used for ascent does not service the fire floor
The elevator stops at desired floor
The elevator door remain closed when the elevator stops
The elevator doors open when the door open button is activated
The elevator door close when the door open button is released
And the elevator is performing phase 2 as designed
YES
TB 140 - Elevator Operations at Highrise Incident
Members using an elevator for ascent should also determine the locations of the stairwells in relationship to the location of the elevator vestibule. This should be accomplished when?
at the first, and subsequent precautionary stops by observing the buildings emergency exit plan located at each elevator lobby landing (Figure 16)
TB 140 - Elevator Operations at Highrise Incident
At the first precautionary stop test the ____ feature. If not equipped with this feature pressure should be maintained on the door open button. An attempt to close the doors by pushing the door closed button should be made.
Hold
TB 140 - Elevator Operations at Highrise Incident
At the next stop (after first) it is not necessary to ____
Repeat the control panel checks
TB 140 - Elevator Operations at Highrise Incident
Use of an elevator always requires more than ___ people
____ must be in position when elevator is in use
Never go higher than ___ floors below fire or ___ floors below lowest floor where a fire protection device is activated.
4 people
SCBA face piece
2 floors; 2 floors
TB 145 - Combustible Metals
Most. Combustible metal fires produce extreme temperatures ranging from ___ to ___ degrees
5000 - 9000
TB 145 - Combustible Metals
Fires involving combustible metals are designated as a class ___ fire
D
TB 145 - Combustible Metals
Metal fires burn at extreme temperatures (____ times the temperature of a typical house fire)
3
TB 145 - Combustible Metals
Combustible metals can be divide into 2 categories
Alkali metals
Alkali earth metals, transitional metals and other metals
TB 145 - Combustible Metals
Alkali metals
Lithium, sodium, and potassium are water reactive under non fire conditions and should be placarded with the ____ under the 704 NFPA system
W
TB 145 - Combustible Metals
These metals titanium magnesium zirconium and aluminum shall be indicated by an ____ in the 4th space if the quantities or form meet lafd criteria.
Occupancies that exceed ____ lbs of combustible metals or that process or store ___ pounds or less of combustible metals that are in the form of dust,chips,powders,turning,or ribbons.
M
500;500
TB 145 - Combustible Metals
If multiple hazards exist the symbols (no more than___ ) shall be stacked with _____
2
Most severe on top and the combustible Metal symbol M always positioned on bottom
TB 145 - Combustible Metals
Members of the LaFD working within _____ ft of burning metal product are considered to be working 8n an idle environment
30ft
TB 145 - Combustible Metals
Dry powder under the brand name ____ is the only approved product provided by the lafd to extinguish combustible metal fires
MET-L-X
TB 145 - Combustible Metals
Supply maintenance maintained approximately ___ pounds of met-l-x and has the ability to deliver it to the scene of the fire.
—- pounds of product is required for every one square ft fire
500lbs
TB 145 - Combustible Metals
Purple k is or is not an effective extinguishing agent for combustible metal fires
Is not
TB 145 - Combustible Metals
A small amount of product (approximately the size of a wastebasket) that is in the _____stage of burning may possibly be manually separated from exposures by a fully encapsulated Firefighter through use of a shovel or similar tool.
Incipient
TB 145 - Combustible Metals
Once it is determined that we are dealing with combustible metal fire, the best course of actions is to ____ , _____ and _____
Separate, isolate, and extinguish
TB 145 - Combustible Metals
In most cases, combustible metal fires will burn quickly and begin to develop an oxide crust that will limit open burning of the product. It is extremely important that the crust not be disturbed until the metal has completely oxidized to the point of extinguishment. Depending on the size of the fire and the amount of product, this may take ____hours or longer.
24
TB 149 - Residential Sprinkler Systems
Head temperature range fr9m ___ to ___ degrees and cover a min8mum area of ____ x___
Extended coverage heads can cover a _____ x___ area
135 to 175 degrees
12x12 and 20x20
TB 149 - Residential Sprinkler Systems
LADBS requires a min8mum water demand capable of flowing ___ heads for a period of ___ min.
2 heads ; 10min
TB 150 - Drager X-am 5000 Combustible Gas Indicator
Is equipped with ___gas specific sensors
4
Carbon monoxide, oxygen, hydrogen sulfide, hydrogen cyanide
A fifth catalytic sensor for explosive vapors
TB 150 - Drager X-am 5000 Combustible Gas Indicator
The x-am is a ___ monitor meaning it does not have mechanical pump to draw in air samples.
Passive
TB 150 - Drager X-am 5000 Combustible Gas Indicator
Fresh air calibrations are performed in the field by emergency responders, and gas specific calibrations are performed by hazmat squad personnel every ___ months and anytime the meters startup self test indicates a problem.
6
TB 150 - Drager X-am 5000 Combustible Gas Indicator
The x-am 5000 displays in _____
Ppm
TB 150 - Drager X-am 5000 Combustible Gas Indicator
If the symbol x is displayed in the upper right corner of the screen
The meter must not be used
TB 150 - Drager X-am 5000 Combustible Gas Indicator
The combustible gas sensor may display incorrect readings in oxygen poor atmospheres with less than ___ % oxygen
10%
TB 150 - Drager X-am 5000 Combustible Gas Indicator
The manufacturer does not guarantee this device to be intrinsically safe in oxygen reading greater than ___%
23.5%
TB 150 - Drager X-am 5000 Combustible Gas Indicator
Hydrogen has flammability range of ___-___
Acetylene has a flammability range of ___ -___%
Methane has a flammability range of ____ -___ %
Hydrogen= 4-75%
Acetylene = 2.5 -100%
Methane= 5-15%
TB 150 - Drager X-am 5000 Combustible Gas Indicator
The x-am 5000 is set to alarm at ___ for A1 alarm and ___ % of Leo for the A2 alarm
10% of lel for A1
20% of lel for A2
TB 150 - Drager X-am 5000 Combustible Gas Indicator
The following must be done before the meter is used; x5
Check for warning symbol(can be us3d normally)
Check for fault message symbol
Perform a fresh air calibration
Clear peak values
Check that the gas sensor are is not occluded ( debris, tape, plastic bag)
TB 150 - Drager X-am 5000 Combustible Gas Indicator
Clearing peak values;
Depress + button ___ times
Peak values will be displayed and can be cleared by depressing the ok key for approximately __ sec
3times
5 seconds
TB 150 - Drager X-am 5000 Combustible Gas Indicator
All sensors are included in the fresh air calibration, with the 02 sensor set at ____ and all other sensors set to 0
20.9
TB 150 - Drager X-am 5000 Combustible Gas Indicator
Pre alarms (A1) are indicated by a single intermittent activation of ____ ,____ and____ alarms
Can this alarm be acknowledged/cancelled
Audible, visual, and vibration
Press ok to acknowledge but visual alarm will continue to flash
TB 150 - Drager X-am 5000 Combustible Gas Indicator
Can A2 alarm be acknowledged or canceled
No
TB 150 - Drager X-am 5000 Combustible Gas Indicator
The battery pre alarm (A1)
The ____ full battery symbol will flash
The battery will last ___ min
1/3
20min
TB 150 - Drager X-am 5000 Combustible Gas Indicator
The battery main alarm (A2)
The empty battery symbol will flash on the right side of display
The device will automatically switch off after ___ seconds
10
TB 150 - Drager X-am 5000 Combustible Gas Indicator
Field testing has shown batteries last no more than ____
Device requires ___ alkaline batteries
2-3 weeks
2 AA
TB 150 - Drager X-am 5000 Combustible Gas Indicator
Loosen the ___ mm Allen head bolt on the power pack
When the batteries are replaced it will take up to ___ min to warm up
2mm Allen head bolt
30min
TB 150 - Drager X-am 5000 Combustible Gas Indicator
What is required anytime the meter registers readings after being used in suspected IDLH atmospheres
A bump test
TB 150 - Drager X-am 5000 Combustible Gas Indicator
Replace batteries if less than ____ full
3/4
TB 150 - Drager X-am 5000 Combustible Gas Indicator
Oxygen
A1 alarm=
A2 alarm =
A1= 19.5%
A2= 23.5%
TB 151 - Progressive Hose Lay and the Smokey Pack Lightweight Hose System
The methodology to ___ ,___, and ___ in coordination with helicopter support and structure protection remains the desired operational objective.
Anchor, flank, and pinch
There are 2 methods for deploying hose ___
For years the LAFD has placed more emphasis on the ___
Simple and progressive
Simple hose lay
TB 151 - Progressive Hose Lay and the Smokey Pack Lightweight Hose System
The diss advantage of the progressive hose lay is the higher friction loss due to the increased number of fittings ( approximately ____to___ psi each)
5-10psi
TB 151 - Progressive Hose Lay and the Smokey Pack Lightweight Hose System
It is the Policy of the LAFD that when using a Progressive Hose Lay to provide for perimeter control, companies shall utilize a minimum of ___” hose line for the trunk line and a ___” hose line for the attack and laterals lines.
1-1/2” trunk line
1” lateral
TB 151 - Progressive Hose Lay and the Smokey Pack Lightweight Hose System
Each drop of a progressive hose lay shall consist of; x5
•100’ 1½” Single Jacket Hose (Minimum size for the trunk line) •100’ 1” Single Jacket Hose (Attack and lateral line)
•1½” Gated Wye with one 1½” to 1” Reducer
•1” Nozzle (10/40 Dual Gallonage)
•(2) Rubber Bands or ladder straps to secure gates.
TB 151 - Progressive Hose Lay and the Smokey Pack Lightweight Hose System
A Company given the task of establishing a progressive hose lay is expected to, at a minimum, be able to put in ____drops, () using lightweight hose as described below.
3
300’ of 1½” trunk line with 100” of 1” lateral line installed every 100’ at each drop
TB 151 - Progressive Hose Lay and the Smokey Pack Lightweight Hose System
A company compliment will consist of __ complete Smokey packs and one starter roll. Each pack weighs approximately ___ lbs
4
26lbs
TB 151 - Progressive Hose Lay and the Smokey Pack Lightweight Hose System
Smokey pack assembly;
Lie out 100’ section of 1” hose and fold in half with male on top place ___ “ behind female
24”
TB 151 - Progressive Hose Lay and the Smokey Pack Lightweight Hose System
Smoke6 pack assembly;
Continue to feed hose into pack , tightly flaking it in a zig zag fashion. While loading, secure hose every ___ to ___ ‘ until 1” line is completely loaded
8-10’
TB 151 - Progressive Hose Lay and the Smokey Pack Lightweight Hose System
1st-3rd step of Smokey pack deployment;
1pull 1-3/4 or 1-1/2 hose from transverse bed. Remove tip from complete spray nozzle and apply 1-1/2 18/80 nozzle
2. advance line to the heel of fire
3. Establish a good wet line and anchor fire
TB 151 - Progressive Hose Lay and the Smokey Pack Lightweight Hose System
The service test pressure for this hose is ___ psi
300
TB 156 - Hillside Home Structure Fires
There are 3 general categories of hillside homes;
Historically which has been the most dangerous
- Descending
- Ascending
- Cantilever
*descending
TB 156 - Hillside Home Structure Fires
Descending* home;
Access to lower floors is often available via
Exterior staircase that descend with the hill side and offer portals of entry on multiple sides
TB 156 - Hillside Home Structure Fires
Cantilever homes were originally built in the early 1900s. Also known as ____ homes
, cantilevering out as much as ___ to ___ ft
Stilt
50 to 70
TB 156 - Hillside Home Structure Fires
One of the biggest challenges with hill side homes is access to lower floors from grade level. Specifically, multi story ____ hillside homes are outfitted with an unenclosed interior stairwell that serves all floors
Cantilever
TB 156 - Hillside Home Structure Fires
In an effort to develop the appropriate level of situational awareness for all responding resources, the first arriving resource shall;
1.Give a comprehensive size up(inform that this is a hillside home, the size, number of floors , and specific type;ascending,descending,cantilever)
2. Prior to advancement of hose line complete a 360
TB 156 - Hillside Home Structure Fires
As the superheated gasses start moving laterally across the ceiling system in the sub-level, the fire may progress and create a flow path to the unprotected interior stairwell, creating a _____ effect.
Chimney
TB 156 - Hillside Home Structure Fires
Studies have shown that when fire communicates via an unprotected stairwell, the ____ of the stairwell may produce even higher temps than ____
Floor than ceiling
TB 156 - Hillside Home Structure Fires
It is the LAFD practice that any hillside home that has one or more floors below grade with access, be attacked whenever possible from___
A portal of entry at or below the origin of the fire
TB 156 - Hillside Home Structure Fires
It is imperative for the first arriving companies to position the apparatus in a way to___
allow for other resources to have the full benefit of being as close to the physical address as possible
TB 156 - Hillside Home Structure Fires
When access is a challenge , consideration should be given to ____
Staging truck and staffing 200 series engine
TB 156 - Hillside Home Structure Fires
Rescue ambulances should be placed where?
At intersections allowing for egress for expedited transportation of patients
TB 156 - Hillside Home Structure Fires
A complete 360 might not always be possible on a hillside home; however, identifying a ____ is the highest priority
Identifying a portal of entry (Alpha, bravo, Charlie, delta) at or below the fire is the highest priority
TB 156 - Hillside Home Structure Fires
if the initial fire attack team enters through the front door of a Descending Hillside Home and the second arriving company accesses the home from any other sub-level, the results
s than____
A minute
TB 156 - Hillside Home Structure Fires
Using a sounding tool to check floor integrity can be a false indicator of the stability of the actual entire floor system. An alternative to sounding is___
using an axe or similar tool to provide an indicator hole of potential fire below on a hillside home.
TB 156 - Hillside Home Structure Fires
A normal response for a hillside , single family or multi family dwelling is a ___ assignment
C
TB 159 - Fire Department Response to Suicide Jumper
If the person threatening suicide is located in a building above and no police officers are at the persons location,
Send fire company to the location and establish an inner perimeter
TB 159 - Fire Department Response to Suicide Jumper
Crisis negotiators are an element within the _____
LAPD swat team
TB 159 - Fire Department Response to Suicide Jumper
Assign at least one ____ to the air cushion group to endure effective communication between the tactical component, crisis negotiators, firefighter, and officers
Swat officer
TB 159 - Fire Department Response to Suicide Jumper
For complex suicide jumper incidents that involve significant commitment of LAFD resources an ____ shall be developed
Incident action plan
TB 159 - Fire Department Response to Suicide Jumper
When should firefighters attempt to enter face to face dialogue with a person holding a weapon, believed to be armed, or holding hostages
Under no circumstances
TB 159 - Fire Department Response to Suicide Jumper
Currently there are ___ 70’
And ____ 100’ cushions
8
4 (10,20,88,95)
TB 159 - Fire Department Response to Suicide Jumper
Standard assignment x6
Bc
LF with air cushion
LF
2 engines
EMS
Als ra
TB 159 - Fire Department Response to Suicide Jumper
The preferred source of electricity is ____
The use of ____ is desired
The trucks on board generator is preferred
The use of 110AC power supply is desirable
TB 159 - Fire Department Response to Suicide Jumper
If onboard or 110 AC is not available ____
Ass last resort use?
2 portable generators will be required
As last resort portable gasoline blowers can be used
TB 159 - Fire Department Response to Suicide Jumper
2 negative effects to using gas powered blowers
They add significant noise to the scene
They produce carbon monoxide, which causes a long term effect on the vinyl reinforced fabric
TB 159 - Fire Department Response to Suicide Jumper
The air rescue cushion will fully inflate in less than ___ seconds and rein flare in ___ sec
60
20
TB 164 - Optional Transitional Attack With Handlines
The transitional attack option should be considered whenever the following conditions exist;
Visible fire or high velocity turbulent smoke indicative of imminent flashover presenting from any door or window with consideration given to the following:
- Fire conditions at the point of access make it unsafe to enter.
- Entry is delayed by forcible entry challenges. - Ventilation is delayed or non-existent.
- Water supply is delayed or insufficient.
- Excessive storage or packrat conditions.
TB 164 - Optional Transitional Attack With Handlines
Transitional attack streams shall only flow water until ____
Change in conditions are seen
TB 164 - Optional Transitional Attack With Handlines
Only use a ___ stream to apply water into an opening
Straight
TB 164 - Optional Transitional Attack With Hand-lines
Only apply water into windows that have ____ or ____
Fire showing or volition smoke indicative of imminent flashover
TB 165 - Illegal Marijuana Cultivation
Warning signs and indicators; x7
Security
Oder
Condensation(humidity can reach up to 100%)
Covered windows
Open windows
Excessive air conditioning
Video serveillance
TB 165 - Illegal Marijuana Cultivation
Hazards; electrical
Growing operations can use up to ___ times the power of n average residence
10
TB 165 - Illegal Marijuana Cultivation
Ballasts to run high intensity grow lights which can maintain a charge for up to ___ minutes after being disconnected
15
TB 165 - Illegal Marijuana Cultivation
An atmosphere containing less than ____ oxygen is considered oxygen deficient
19.5%
TB 165 - Illegal Marijuana Cultivation
All members within ___ ft of a structure used for illegal marijuana cultivation shall wear full ppe and scba
30
TB 165 - Illegal Marijuana Cultivation
Reported explosion or incident with evidence of explosion(must do)
X4
All members wear ppe and scba
Use personal dosimeter-mini radiac
Use 5 gas
Consider rapid extraction
TB 168 - Fire Department Operations At Roof Ventilation Prop Training Facilities
Railings are required where workers are over ___ inches above the ground in addition to other structures where workers are over ___ inches above ground
30/42
TB 168 - Fire Department Operations At Roof Ventilation Prop Training Facilities
Where workers are over ____ ft above ground. And not protected by other systems, such as railings, workers must have personal fall arrest systems.
Surfaces over __ ft above ground where workers can pass below require toe boards
7 -1/2 ft
6ft
TB 168 - Fire Department Operations At Roof Ventilation Prop Training Facilities
The department divides the roof training props into 2 broad categories;___ and ____
Any roof prop that has a pitch over _____ is considered pitched
Flat and pitched
1x12” (1:12)
TB 168 - Fire Department Operations At Roof Ventilation Prop Training Facilities
Permission to use drill tower 81 and 40;
Permission must be secured from RSS commander for use
TB 168 - Fire Department Operations At Roof Ventilation Prop Training Facilities
Permission to use 5,21,59,and 89 ;
Permission secured from station commander with notification to the affected battalion commander.
TB 168 - Fire Department Operations At Roof Ventilation Prop Training Facilities
The dept. will not allow pitched roof props or roof props over ___ inches in height at regional training centers and at fire stations
30”
TB 168 - Fire Department Operations At Roof Ventilation Prop Training Facilities
Any roof prop built at a fire station needs written approval through channels to the respective _____ as well as notification to____
Bureau commander
In service training section
TB 169 - Hot Stick USA AC
The hot stick consists of a high sensitivity AC amplifier for the frequency range of ___ to ____
20 to 100
TB 169 - Hot Stick USA AC
Can’t hot stick detect voltage from car battery
No
Low dc from car or high dc from 3rd rail or catenary line
TB 169 - Hot Stick USA AC
The hot stick is ___ in. Length and ___ “ diameter
Powered by ___ ___ batteries
Weighs slightly over ___
20-1/2” length and 1-3/4 “ diameter
4 AA alkaline batteries
1lb
TB 169 - Hot Stick USA AC
Has ___ operational settings;
4
Off, high, low, front focused
TB 169 - Hot Stick USA AC
The hot stick is ready for use after ___ sec of turning it on
5
TB 169 - Hot Stick USA AC
Maintenance
When to inspect
After use and monthly , inspect the device for any damage to the plastic housing
TB 169 - Hot Stick USA AC
The hot stick has been tested to operate continuously for ___ hours by the manufacture
300
TB 170 - Narcan Nasal Spray
Bar can nasal spray administers a pre metered dosage of ___ mg
4
TB 170 - Narcan Nasal Spray
Contraindications
X4
Cardiac arrest
Seizure activity
Pediatric less than 1 year
Nasal trauma or obstruction
TB 172 - Electric/Hybrid Vehicles And Lithium-Ion Battery Safety
It was well documented that ignition from a li-ion battery can take place up to ___ days after initial fire
6
TB 172 - Electric/Hybrid Vehicles And Lithium-Ion Battery Safety
The Lithium-ion battery is the most typical power product for the electrified vehicle powertrain system today. These batteries, up to 8,200 units (in the Model X), comprise the Tesla battery pack. They can range from ____ to ___plus volts.
100 to 500+
TB 172 - Electric/Hybrid Vehicles And Lithium-Ion Battery Safety
A term used when a battery cell suffers a short circuit; the battery heats up and continues to produce heat , even when it it extinguished and or submerged in water
Thermal runaway
TB 172 - Electric/Hybrid Vehicles And Lithium-Ion Battery Safety
During a thermal runaway event , temperatures can exceed over ____ degrees Fahrenheit
900
TB 172 - Electric/Hybrid Vehicles And Lithium-Ion Battery Safety
Lafd shall establish a ____ ‘ safety zone when extinguishing an EV fire with water
30
TB 172 - Electric/Hybrid Vehicles And Lithium-Ion Battery Safety
During NFPA testing, it was determined that it could take ____ and up to ____ gallons of water to effectively cool down the battery
2600 and up to 3,000
TB 172 - Electric/Hybrid Vehicles And Lithium-Ion Battery Safety
In all vehicle accidents or auto fires involving EV or Hybrid vehicles,
LAFD personnel shall make every attempt to disconnect the DC electrical battery at the
vehicle’s “________.”
First responder loop
TB 172 - Electric/Hybrid Vehicles And Lithium-Ion Battery Safety
For successful battery
extinguishment, basic engineering remains that liquid under high pressure (nozzle pressure of
over ____psi) is less effective for prevention of heat transfer in a large battery than steady flow
or low pressure.
50psi(use low water pressure)
*don’t use foam
TB 172 - Electric/Hybrid Vehicles And Lithium-Ion Battery Safety
Consider the electrical system unsafe for a full ____ minutes after ignition shut down
5min
TB 175 - Post Structure Fire Decontamination Procedures
The process of final extinguishment after the main body of the fire has been knocked down. All traces of fire must be extinguished at this time
Overhaul
TB 175 - Post Structure Fire Decontamination Procedures
Hero wipes
The wipes are available from ____ and can be ordered through ___
S&M SRS
TB 175 - Post Structure Fire Decontamination Procedures
Members who have been issued two sets of PPE shall change out to their second set of PPE. Members without a second set of ppe should___
Consider borrowing PPE from a similar sized member in the station who is not currently on duty and not scheduled to come to work the next day.
TB 175 - Post Structure Fire Decontamination Procedures
Companies identified as needing showers should change their status to ___
NAV
TB 175 - Post Structure Fire Decontamination Procedures
Who needs to complete post structure fire decon procedures
All members directly exposed during firefighting operations as determined by IC
*IC will determine level of post structure fire decon necessary
TB 175 - Post Structure Fire Decontamination Procedures
When does company become available
After all assigned to a company have showered and changed out to clean ppe. Move up company will remain in place
TB 175 - Post Structure Fire Decontamination Procedures
What should I do if my second set of ppe is soiled and needs to be cleaned
Company commander’s should identify which set of ppe would be the least soiled and the cleanest between the 2 sets to wear for remainder of shift
TB 176 - Seek Reveal Firepro Thermal Imaging Camera
The temperature color bar visually displays a temperature range up to ____
1022 degrees F
TB 176 - Seek Reveal Firepro Thermal Imaging Camera
The fire pro has __ different modes
3
Fire mode (hot spots)
Survey mode(locate down from/victim)
Color mode(classroom training)
TB 176 - Seek Reveal Firepro Thermal Imaging Camera
Carrying methods x2
- Attached to one of the extension mic holders on front of the turnout coat
- Shall be carried inside the face piece pouch
TB 176 - Seek Reveal Firepro Thermal Imaging Camera
Should be checked when?
Return to ___ for evaluation if not functioning properly
Daily and after each use
LAFD equipment engineering
TB 176 - Seek Reveal Firepro Thermal Imaging Camera
The recommended cleaning material for the lens is
A cotton swab and isopropyl alcohol
TB 176 - Seek Reveal Firepro Thermal Imaging Camera
Battery power should be at least ___% to achieve optimal performance
40%
TB 179 - Residential Garage Fires
The Los Angeles city “________ ordinance” prescribes standards governing residential conversions
Accessory dwelling unit (ADU)
TB 179 - Residential Garage Fires
A reliable method to identifying these units could be ____ or ____
Lack of garage door, or the presence of additional address numbering, including 1\2 addresses
TB 179 - Residential Garage Fires
A risk analysis must be performed , and vertical ventilation on a garage fire should be _____
The exception , not the rule
TB 179 - Residential Garage Fires
Horizontal ventilation may be accomplished b6 opening or cutting the garage door, providing; x5
Effective ventilation
Improved visibility
Access to the seat of the fire
Greater survivability
Improved conditions for personnel
TB 179 - Residential Garage Fires
When life safety is not a concern, the IC must immediately shift from Rescue profile to _____ or ____ and match tactics accordingly
Property or exposure profile
TB 180 - Drug Labs: Recognition And Hazards
An illegal narcotic laboratory or production house is also frequently referred to as a clandestine drug lab or _____
Clan lab
TB 180 - Drug Labs: Recognition And Hazards
Clandestine drug labs generally cause 3 Mai types of harm
- Physical injury from explosion
- Environmental hazards
- Child endangerment
TB 180 - Drug Labs: Recognition And Hazards
According to LAPD the following are some common indicators of an illicit drug lab;
Uninhabited structures and presence of toxic fumes or excessive amounts of trash,
particularly chemical containers.
Robust security systems including video surveillance.
Doors and windows are concealed, blackened out, or covered with aluminum foil.
Large ventilation fans for fume dispersal, odor removal, and cooling processes.
Presence of 55-gallon steel drums.
Delivery of large amounts of ice or cooling agents.
Strong distinct odor of ether or other volatile fuels/solvents.
Illegal electrical wiring or the presence of large generators for power needs.
Destruction of plant life may be noticeable due to dumping of chemicals.
TB 180 - Drug Labs: Recognition And Hazards
Fentanyl;
These substances are reported to be ___ to. ___ times more potent than morphine. Carfentanil has a potency of ____ times that of morphine
50 to 100
10,000
TB 180 - Drug Labs: Recognition And Hazards
If the presence of fentanyl is suspected , members must take protective measures: considering the ____ ,____ and ___ principles
Time distance and shielding
TB 180 - Drug Labs: Recognition And Hazards
At a minimum wear____
Gloves, avoid actions which could cause powders to become airborne, use properly fitted noisy respirator mask and eye protection
TB 180 - Drug Labs: Recognition And Hazards
Butane explosive range of
1.8 to 8.4%
TB 180 - Drug Labs: Recognition And Hazards
Regardless of the legality of the operation, response to marijuana cultivation operations are dangerous. 3 main hazards to responders;
Electrical
Atmospheric
Physical harm
TB 180 - Drug Labs: Recognition And Hazards
The number one priority in dealing with drug labs is ____
Safety
A specific division of the LAPD know as lab squad will aid the la impact teams. They will handle the investigation and can be orders through
Joint hazard assessment team
TB 180 - Drug Labs: Recognition And Hazards
The immediate role of the LAFD is to work within our tactical prioritiesx6
Rescue
Hazard control
Loss limiting
Occupant/victim stabilization
Safety
TB 183 - Thermite RS3 Robotic Firefighting Vehicle
It is a diesel powered , remote controlled tracked platform fitted with an Elkhart brass monitor that is capable of flowing up to ___ gpm
Weight of unit =
2500
3630lbs
TB 183 - Thermite RS3 Robotic Firefighting Vehicle
Winch = ___ ft of ____ “ cable rated at ____ lbs
100’ of 1/4 cable rated at 8000
TB 183 - Thermite RS3 Robotic Firefighting Vehicle
Is equipped with ____ 2-1/2 inlets
7
TB 183 - Thermite RS3 Robotic Firefighting Vehicle
The rs3 is housed at fs___
88
TB 183 - Thermite RS3 Robotic Firefighting Vehicle
Preferred supply-
A 4” supply with a 2-1/2 gated wye valve.
TB 184 - Lund University Cardiac Arrest System (LUCAS)
Indicators for use x2
Adults > 14 years ol
Not ref. 814
TB 184 - Lund University Cardiac Arrest System (LUCAS)
Should not be applied x5
Traumatic arrest
Too large
Too small
Not possible to position
Pt in skilled nursing facilities
TB 184 - Lund University Cardiac Arrest System (LUCAS)
Lucas can be cleaned with damp cloth and mild soap, ___ % alcohol or ____ bleach solution
70%
1:10
TB 185 - MSA Cairns 1044 Structure Firefighting Helmet
Weighs =
NFPA____ components
Resists temps over ____
3.46
1971
500 degrees
TB 185 - MSA Cairns 1044 Structure Firefighting Helmet
___ lime green 3m scotch lite
8
TB 185 - MSA Cairns 1044 Structure Firefighting Helmet
Cleaning
Use soft sponge or cloth dampened with solution of warm water under ____ degrees and mild detergent
105 degrees
