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
Air cushion model 100A
Blowers one ____” and one ___” 1/2hp
20 and 24”
Priority power supply x4
On board generator
Remote power source 110ac
Portable generator
Gas blowers (last resort)
Inspect cushion when?
After each use and monthly
Air cushion 70A dimensions and weight
Air cushion 100A dimensions and weight
70A= 15x20 8” thick 190lbs (2 -20” blowers)
100A= 20x50 9” thick 360lbs (1-20” and 1-24” blowers)
