Air Rescue Cushion (ch.7) Flashcards
Which cell is larger?
Larger upper cell and smaller lower cell
The cushion comes with 2 (___ hp) electric blowers
1/2 hp
The department currently has ___ air rescue cushions
___ rated at 100ft
___ rated at 70ft
24
6
18
The assignment to a reported jumper consists of
One BC, one TF and One Paramedic RA
Which cell absorbs most of the energy generated by impact
Upper cell
The lower cell does not have a breather port which provides lower cell with _____ the energy absorbing capabilities
Twice
In less than ___ of a second the air rescue cushion is able to absorb and dissipate the energy of impact
One-sixth of a second
The cushion is constructed of vinyl-reinforced fabric, which is fire retardant and waterproof. The tear strength of this material is over ____pounds psi
50
True or false?
Portable generators carried by truck companies do not have the capacity to start 2 blowers at same time
True
The air rescue cushion will fully inflate in less than ___ seconds
60
After landing have the jumpers immediately roll of the cushion and allow ___ seconds for reinflation
20
As a backup air sources only in the event of power failure move ___ to target areas
2 18” blowers
Only if absolutely necessary clean cushion with ___ and ___
Cold water and deck brush
Air cushion model 70A rating to the ___ floor
7th
Air cushion model 100A rating to ___ floor
10th
