5-INCH HOSE EVOLUTIONS

Question 1

Fire Captain Smith’s engine is conducting a forward evolution in which a supply line will be laid from a hydrant to the engine for a siamese hookup. One action, among others, that Captain Smith should take as the Officer while in position at the slamese is to:
A. make connections to the apparatus’ discharges.
B. conduct seat operations and chalk the wheels.
C. break a 5 inch supply line and attach it to the apparatus’ intake.
D. make connections at the siamese and advise the driver when the connections are complete.

Answer 1

***A. EOM 190

Question 2

While at a fire scene, Fire Captain Smith’s pumping unit is ordered to set up a forward evolution to supply water to an elevated master stream on an aerial apparatus. Captain Smith should ensure that the starting pump pressure is set at____p.s.i.
A. 125
B. 140
C. 160
D. 170

Answer 2

*** D EOM 194

Question 3

Fire Captain Smith’s apparatus is laying five inch hose at a fire incident. While laying the hose, Captain Smith should remember that, among other things:
A. firefighters may ride in a standing position when the apparatus is moving.
B. the speed at which the apparatus should travel is usually 16-20 mph.
C. he should lay the hose in the center of the roadway to allow other apparatus easier access to the emergency scene.
D. all forward evolutions with a supply line require a four-way valve at the hydrant.

Answer 3

***D EOM 186