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Ch. 9 - Power Tools And Hand Tools (NEW TEST) Flashcards

1
Q

As with all tools and equipment, if _____________ they can become safety hazards.

A

misused or mistreated

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2
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Firefighters should be able to choose the ___________ for any job.

A

right tool

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3
Q

Firefighters should be able to identify forcible entry tools by _________________.

A

name, group and function.

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4
Q

There is a _______ for every tool and every tool has its ________.

A

place

place

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5
Q

Don’t get caught __________ because you can’t find or don’t have the proper tool for the task at hand.

A

lacking or unprepared

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6
Q

The power a striking tool applies is measured by the equation:

A

Force=Weight (mass) X speed

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7
Q

A tool that is _______ will be ________.

A

Too heavy

Too slow

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8
Q

A tool that is ________ will be fast but have decreased force due to ____________.

A

Too light

Decreased mass

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9
Q

(8 lb. Flathead Axe)

The ___________ and ________ of all striking tools.

A

most common

useful

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10
Q

(8 lb. Flathead Axe)

This is the _________ of fireground hand tools.

A

workhorse

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11
Q

(Flathead Axes)

Axe weights are based on the ___________________.

A

Weight of the axe head

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12
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(Flathead Axes)

Handles are made of wood or fiberglass and vary in length from ________ inches.

A

28 to 32

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13
Q

(Sledgehammer)

Heads weigh from ________ pounds.

__________ being the most common.

A

8-16

10 pounds

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14
Q

(Maul)

The 8 lb. maul is an _____________ tool.

A

Excellent ventilation

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15
Q

(Maul)

It is capable of both _______ and ________ objects.

A

Cutting

Smashing

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16
Q

(Maul)

The mauls main purpose is to _______ wood not cut it.

A

Destroy

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17
Q

(Maul)

Should be put away during _________ operations due to its inherent awkwardness.

A

Overhaul

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18
Q

(Maul)

A maul is not an effective tool for prying or to be used as a wedge. Its __________ limits its usefulness in these areas.

A

thick body

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19
Q

(Battering Ram)

For use by __________ firefighters.

Weight is from ______ pounds.

A

2 or more

20-25

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20
Q

(“Denver” Tool)

Combines a ________ with a __________.

Weighs from ________ pounds.

A

Maul
Closet hook

8-16

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21
Q

(Prying Tools)

They operate on the principal that if structural components are _____________ out of alignment they either break or lose their integrity.

A

pushed/pulled

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22
Q

(Prying Tools)

Prying tools use ________ to gain mechanical advantage. ___________________ creates a ____________________________________.

A

leverage

Mechanical advantage

greater amount of force/energy to be put out than is put in.

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23
Q

(Prying Tools)

A tool with an ADZ or blade to penetrate narrow openings should be designed with a ________________.

A

long narrow taper

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24
Q

(Prying Tools)

When this taper is at a ratio of _____, that is when the blade is 6 times as long as its thickest point the tool will gain optimal mechanical advantage.

A

6:1

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25
Q

(Prying Tools)

Prying tools use _______________ to obtain mechanical advantage.

A

fulcrums and levers

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26
Q

What are the three classes of levers?

A

Class 1: Pliers, scissors, see-saw

Class 2: Wheelbarrow, bottle opener, nut cracker

Class 3: Broom, hammer

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27
Q

(Claw Tool)

The standard claw is:

A

42”(heavy) 32”(standard) long and weighs 14 ¼ lbs.

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28
Q

(Kelly Tool)

Created by ______________ of FDNY Hook & Ladder 163

A

Captain John F. Kelly

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29
Q

(Kelly Tool)

The tool is:

A

28” long and weighs 12 ¾ lbs.

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30
Q

(Kelly Tool)

The two main components of the Kelly Tool are:

  • A Large ADZ, approx. __________________ to the shaft of the tool.
  • A large chisel
A

-2-3” wide and set at a 90 degree angle

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31
Q

(Halligan Tool)

Designed by _____________________ in the 1940’s.

A

FDNY Deputy Chief Hugh Halligan

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32
Q

(Halligan Tool)

The halligan combines the best features of the ____________ tools.

A

Claw and Kelly

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33
Q

The _________ tool has proven to be the single most important forcible entry tool used today.

A

Halligan

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34
Q

(Halligan Tool)

The original tool was: _________

Each tool took 18 man-hours to create and was made from a _____________________.

A

8 1/2 lbs.

Single piece of forged steel

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35
Q

(Halligan Tool)

The best all around Halligan is: __________

A

9 lbs. and 30” long

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36
Q

(Halligan Tool)

Constructed from a _________ of forged steel.

A

Single piece

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37
Q

(Halligan Tool)

Consists of:

A curved _____ that flares out from the tool shaft.

A curved _____ that is sharpened.

A curved _____.

A

ADZ
Pick
Fork

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38
Q

(Cutting Tools, Axes)

There are two types of axes:
___________
___________

A

Flat head ax

Pick head ax

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39
Q

(Cutting Tools, Axes)

All should be kept __________

A

SHARP

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40
Q

(Cutting Tools, Axes)

When sharpening, the cutting edge of an axe, the edge should be ________ to a sharp edge the last ______ rather than using a beveled or hollow ground edge.

A

curved

½ to 1”

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41
Q

(The 8 lb. Pick-head Axe)

Useful for _________________________________________________________________________. (This will damage the axe)

A

cutting, prying doors, opening floors, walls, and ceilings for overhaul, or breaching cinder block walls.

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42
Q

(The 8 lb. Pick-head Axe)

The “IRONS” consist of the ____________________ carried together.

A

Halligan and a Flat head axe

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43
Q

(Bolt Cutters)

Most common size is ______.

Long handled cutters however do not work well in tight places. ____________________

A

36”

Narrow hallways, rooms, closets

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44
Q

(Bolt Cutters)

Capable of cutting through metal up to _________.

A

3/8” thick

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45
Q

(Bolt Cutters)

Cutting _____________ or ____________ will damage the cutting blades.

A

heavy-duty padlocks

case hardened shackles

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46
Q

(Pike Poles)

Has been used by the fire service since the ____________.

A

14th century

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47
Q

(Pike Poles)

Vary in lengths from __________.

A

6 to 20 ft.

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48
Q

(Closet Hooks)

Practically a short pike pole with a ___________.

A

“D” handle

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49
Q

(Closet Hooks)

Vary in lengths from __________.

A

30” to 48”

50
Q

(Closet Hooks)

Ideal for use in _____________________.

A

crawl spaces, closets or narrow hallways

51
Q

The main components of the rubbish hook: Hook that is a squared “U” shape.

The bottom of the U is ___________.
The sides of the U are ___________.
The ends are __________________.

A

6 ½” wide
7” high
Pointed but not sharp

52
Q

(Specialty Tools) “A” Tool

Primary used to force ______________.

A

Lock cylinders

53
Q

(Specialty Tools) “A” Tool

Usually does _____________ than other prying tools.

A

less damage

54
Q

(Specialty Tools) “A” Tool

It’s two main components are:
_____________________
_____________________

A

A curved “A” shape fork

Handle shaped like a short pry bar

55
Q

(Metal Heads and Parts)

Remove any rust or dirt with _________ or an __________.

A

Steel wool

Emery cloth

56
Q

(Metal Heads and Parts)

When sharpening metal heads use a ____________ rather than a ________ to avoid overheating the blade, causing it to lose it’s temper and become soft.

A

metal file

grinder

57
Q

(Metal Heads and Parts)

Do not keep the blade edge too _______; this may cause it to _____ when in use.

A

sharp

chip

58
Q

(Metal Heads and Parts)

Do not paint ______ parts, keep them lightly _____ to avoid rust and/or tarnish.

A

metal

oiled

59
Q

(Fiberglass Handles)

Wash with ________________, and dry completely.

A

warm water and soap

60
Q

(Wood Handles)

Clean with ____________, rinse and dry completely.

A

soap and water

61
Q

(Wood Handles)

Sand off any splinters with ___________ or ____________.

A

sand paper

emery cloth

62
Q

(Wood Handles)

Do not ______________ handles. Apply a coat of ______________ as applicable.

A

paint or varnish

boiled linseed oil

63
Q

(Safety with Hand Tools, General Safety Rules)

Always wear full ______ including hand and eye protection.

A

PPE

64
Q

(Safety with Hand Tools, General Safety Rules)

Do not attempt to cut __________ other than that for which the tool was designed.

A

material

65
Q

(Safety with Hand Tools, General Safety Rules)

Operate with regard to the safety of _______ in the immediate work area.

A

others

66
Q

(Safety with Hand Tools, General Safety Rules)

Make sure tools are in their proper ______________ before using them.

A

operating condition

67
Q

(Safety with Hand Tools, General Safety Rules)

Tools should be stored so that they are easily ____________.

A

accessible

68
Q

(Safety with Hand Tools, Carrying Hand Tools)

Tools with a sharpened blade should be carried ________________.

A

away from the body

69
Q

(Safety with Hand Tools, Carrying Hand Tools)

Pick head axes should be carried with the __________ covered and the ________________.

A

pick head

blade away from the body

70
Q

(Safety with Hand Tools, Carrying Hand Tools)

Axes should ________ be carried over the shoulder.

A

never

71
Q

(Safety with Hand Tools, Carrying Hand Tools)

The _________________ of prying tools should also be carried away from the body or covered if possible.

A

pointed or sharp edges

72
Q

(Safety with Hand Tools, Carrying Hand Tools)

_____________ should be carried with their _______ close to the floor/ground.

A

Pulling tools

heads

73
Q

(Safety with Hand Tools, Carrying Hand Tools)

Also be aware of _______________ when carrying long handled tools.

A

overhead obstruction

74
Q

(Safety with Hand Tools, Carrying Hand Tools)

_____________ should be carried with the ____________ close to the body and the _______ pointing down toward the ground.

A

Striking tools
striking head
handle

75
Q

(Power Tools, Power Saws)

There are two basic types:
_________________________
_________________________

A

The rotary saw with a circular blade

The chain saw

76
Q

(Power Tools, Power Saws, Rotary K-12 Saw)

The Stihl 700 Rotary Saw
Carried by: All SLCFD _______ companies.

A

Truck

77
Q

(Power Tools, Power Saws, K-12 Cutting Blades, Carbide tipped blades)

A tempered metal blade used for cutting roofing material, wood, Lexington, and light material:

12” blade has ________
14” blade has ________

A

12 tips

24 tips

78
Q

(Power Tools, Power Saws, K-12 Cutting Blades, Abrasive Wheels)

Consists of abrasive grains held together by organic bonds.

May or may not be reinforced by _______________________ that resists total breakage at maximum operating speed. (Adds strength and longer wear)

A

Fiberglass, filament, or fabric

79
Q

(Power Tools, Power Saws, K-12 Cutting Blades, Abrasive Wheels)

Abrasive wheels should not be operated at RPM over ________.

A

6000 rpm

80
Q

(Power Tools, Power Saws, K-12 Cutting Blades, Masonry Blades)

Used to cut concrete, asphalt, stone, masonry, cast iron and various metals.

Composed of ______________.
Water cooling of the material being cut is ___________ to ___________ blade life and keep down dust.

A

Silicone carbide

Recommended
Increase

81
Q

(Power Tools, Power Saws, K-12 Cutting Blades, Metal Blades)

Used to cut steel, steel alloys and other hard metals.

Composed of ____________.
Water cooling is _____ recommended and ___________ cutting performance.

A

Aluminum oxide

Not
Decreases

82
Q

(Chain Saw)

Carried by: _____________ and outlying _______.

A

T2, T5, T8

Engines

83
Q

(Chain Saw)

Unlike other power tools, the chain saw can be used to ____________ the rafters or joists.

A

feel or read

84
Q

Fuel mix for chainsaws is ______.

A

50:1

85
Q

(Chain Saw Chains)

Chains used by the SLCFD come in two varieties:
________________
________________

A

Standard carbide tipped

Wood cutting chain

86
Q

(Chain Saw Chains)

Standard carbide tipped cutting chain:

These chains are capable of cutting through ________________________________ only.

A

wood, roofing material, and light sheet metal

87
Q

Chains need to be replaced when:

__________ carbide cutting teeth _________ are missing or damaged.

________ carbide cutting teeth ______ are missing from the entire chain.

Any tie straps are ________________.

The chain is dull as indicated by a ________ on the edge of the cutting teeth.

A

3 or more
in a row

5 or more
total

cracked or broken

radius

88
Q

By ___________ the material away rather than cutting it, the teeth are able to cut through more types of materials.

A

“shaving”

89
Q

(Power Saw Safety Precautions)

Starting a rotary or chain saw is a ___________ job. Make sure that the area around the saw is free from debris, people, flammable liquids or gases and other unforeseen hazards.

A

one-person

90
Q

(Power Saw Safety Precautions)

__________ touch or try to stop a moving blade with your hands or other parts of your body.

A

Do not

91
Q

(Power Saw Safety Precautions)

If it becomes necessary to stop the blade/chain of a saw quickly, use the _________ you are cutting to stop the blade or activate the manual _____________ on chain saws.

A

material

chain brake

92
Q

(Power Saw Safety Precautions)

______ operate a saw in direct line with your body.

A

Do not

93
Q

(Power Saw Safety Precautions)

________ the materials you are cutting, remove roof coverings if possible.

A

Size up

94
Q

(Power Saw Safety Precautions)

Maintain a firm _____________ grip on all running saws at all times.

A

two-handed

95
Q

(Power Saw Safety Precautions)

Use only the tip, the first ________ of the chain when using a chain saw.

A

2 – 4”

96
Q

(Power Saw Safety Precautions)

Enter all materials being cut at __________.

A

full RPMs

97
Q

(Power Saw Safety Precautions)

Stand as _______ as possible when working with power saws.

A

upright

98
Q

(Power Saw Safety Precautions)

Use an _______________ on the saw operators SCBA harness or bunker pants to keep better grip and control.

A

underhand grip

99
Q

(Power Saw Safety Precautions)

After fueling a saw move approximately ________ from the fueling area prior to starting the saw.

A

10 feet

100
Q

(Power Saw Safety Precautions)

Before moving a power saw to an elevated position, on a roof, _________________, make sure it will run, then ______________ and transport it to the roof.

A

start the saw on the ground
shut the saw off

*This one is not on the test

101
Q

(Power Saw Safety Precautions)

When starting a chain saw make sure the chain brake is ___________ and that the bar and chain are not in contact with any other items.

A

disengaged

102
Q

(Power Saw Safety Precautions)

Avoid cutting materials in the ____________ of the blade.

A

kickback area

103
Q

(Power Saw Safety Precautions)

Carry power saw with the engine stopped and the bar/blade __________ and the muffler away from your body.

A

to the rear

104
Q

(Power Saw Safety Precautions)

Do not store composite K12 blades ___________ hydrocarbon fuels.

A

with or near

105
Q

(Ventilation Blowers)

SLCFD uses Tempest, gasoline powered, blowers.

Carried by: ______________ companies.

A

All truck and engine

106
Q

(Ventilation Blowers)

Truck companies carry 2 different size fans:
_______________
_______________

Engine companies carry ______ models

A

21” model 18,500 cfm
27” model 23,500 cfm

21”

107
Q

(Ventilation Blower Safety)

Clear ___________ from areas of operation, leaves, garbage and other items may be pulled through the blower and injected into a structure.

A

excess debris

108
Q

(Ventilation Blower Safety)

After fueling/refueling blowers move them at least _______ away from the fueling area before starting.

A

10 feet

109
Q

(Ventilation Blower Safety)

If operating a ventilation blower into a structure and a smell of exhaust develops __________ the size of the exhaust opening.

A

increase

110
Q

(Ventilation Blower Safety)

Be careful working around blowers, __________________ can be very hot.

A

mufflers and exhaust pipes

111
Q

(Hydraulic Extrication Tools)

Carried by: Trucks __, __, __, HM-__, HR-__, Red-__, E-__, E-__, ME-__, ME-__, ME-__, ME-__, ME-__

A

Trucks 2, 5, 8, HM-6, HR-5, Red-1, E-9, E-13, ME-2, ME-7, ME-8, ME-11, ME-14

112
Q

(Water Vacuums)

Carried by: ________________________

Types:
___________
___________

A

T2, T5, T8, Apparatus Division

Backpack
Wheeled

113
Q

(Generators)

Carried by: ____________________

A

T2, T5, T8, U10, HR5

114
Q

(Power Tool General Safety)

_________ wear appropriate P.P.E. including gloves, helmet, eye and ear protection. (SCBA when appropriate)

A

Always

115
Q

(Power Tool General Safety)

Remove any ________ jewelry, especially rings, necklaces and watches.

A

loose

116
Q

(Power Tool Care & Maintenance)

Start and run all power tools the _________________.

A

First shift of every set

117
Q

(Power Tool Care & Maintenance)

Fuel and oil levels should be checked ____________.

A

Every shift

118
Q

(Power Tool Care & Maintenance)

Check saw blades and chains ___________.

A

Every shift

119
Q

(Power Tool Care & Maintenance)

Inspect and clean all power tools thoroughly _____________.

A

After each use

120
Q

Know your tools inside and out, take pride in them, take care of them and they ____ take care of you.

A

will

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