ch 19 Flashcards
A structure, part of a structure, or general geographic location within a fire
scene, in which the “point of origin” of a fire or explosion is reasonably
believed to be located. (NFPA 901)
Area of origin
A piece of heavy canvas with handles, which can be used to tote debris, ash, embers, and burning materials out of a structure.
Carryall
A light that can illuminate a broad area.
Floodlight
A piece of canvas or plastic material, usually 3 to 4 ft (91 to 122 cm) wide and available in various lengths, that is used to protect flooring from dropped debris and dirt from shoes and boots.
Floor runner
A device that attaches to an electrical cord to provide additional outlets.
Junction box
A sprinkler control valve with a valve stem that moves in and out as the valve is opened or closed.
Outside screw and yoke valve
The process of final extinguishment after the main body of a fire has been knocked down. All traces of fire must be extinguished at this time. (NFPA 402)
Overhaul
A sprinkler control valve with an indicator that reads either “open” or “shut” depending on its position.
Post indicator valve
A firefighting procedure for protecting property from further loss following an aircraft accident or fire. (NFPA 402)
Salvage
A large square or rectangular sheet made of heavy canvas or plastic material that is spread over furniture and other items to protect them from water runoff and falling debris.
Salvage cover
Property damage that occurs due to smoke, water, or other measures taken to extinguish the fire.
Secondary loss
A light designed to project a narrow, concentrated beam of light.
Spotlight
A mechanical device inserted between the deflector and the orifice of a sprinkler head to stop the flow of water.
Sprinkler stop
A piece of wedge-shaped wood placed between the deflector and the orifice of a sprinkler head to stop the flow of water.
Sprinkler wedge
A salvage cover that has been folded to form a container to hold water until it can be removed.
Water catch-all
