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CHAPTER 12 - GROUND LADDERS Flashcards

0
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One section non-adjustable ladder also known as wall or straight ladder

A

Single ladder

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Label affixed to the ladder beam near the tip to provide a warning that the ladder has been subjected to excessive heat

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Heat sensor label

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2
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Straight ladder with folding hooks at the top end; The hooks anchor the ladder over the ridge

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Roof ladder

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3
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Single section, collapsible ladder that is easy to maneuver in restricted places such as access openings for attics and lofts

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Folding ladder

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Variable length ladder of two or more sections that can be extended to a desired height

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Extension ladder

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Ladder that can be used as a single, extension, or A-frame ladder

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Combination ladder

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6
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Extension ladder with the fly section fully retracted

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Bedded position

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Piece of rope spliced to form a loop through the eye of a metal hook; used to secure hose to ladders or other objects

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Rope hose tool

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NFPA 1931 contains requirements for use, care, maintenance, and service testing of the fire department ground ladders. True or false?

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False – NFPA 1932

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9
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Heat treated aluminum ladders are also heat resistant. True or false?

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False – does not mean they are heat resistant

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NFPA 1932 requires ladders be inspected after each use and only on a monthly basis. True or false?

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True

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The halyard cable should be taught when an extension ladder is in the bedded position. True or false?

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True

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12
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Ladders needing repair should be repaired by firefighters as part of their routine duties. True or false?

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False – requires trained ladder repair technicians

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13
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A ladders reach is the same as the ladders designated length. True or false?

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False

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14
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One firefighter should be able to remove a ladder from an aerial apparatus. True or false?

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False – three or four may be required

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15
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The desired angle of inclination for me to buy the ladder and the ground is 45°. True or false?

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False – 75°

16
Q

An easy way to determine the proper distance between the butt in the building is to divide The working length of the ladder by 10. True or false?

A

False – divide by four

17
Q

A ladder must be placed flat on the ground prior to raising. True or false?

A

False – it is not necessary

18
Q

The transition from caring position to raise can and should take place in one smooth, continuous motion. True or false?

A

True

19
Q

A firefighter deploys a roof ladder after caring it up and extension ladder that is resting against the building. True or false?

A

True

20
Q

Ground ladders must be secured whenever firefighters are climbing or working from the ladder. True or false?

A

True

21
Q

Whenever possible, tool should be carried up a ladder rather than hoisted with the utility rope. True or false?

A

False – they should be hoisted whenever possible

22
Q

Ladder with one section, nonadjustable

A

Single ladder

23
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Ladder with hinged rungs that allow ladder to be folded

A

Folding ladder

24
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Ladder that is also called wall ladder, or straight ladder

A

Single ladder

25
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Ladder that can be adjusted to specific length needed

A

Extension ladder

26
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Ladder that distributes firefighters weight which working

A

Roof ladder

27
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Ladder that consists of a base section with one or more fly section

A

Extension ladder

28
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Ladder equipped with folding hooks that anchor ladder in place

A

Roof ladder

29
Q

Ladder that can be carried in narrow passageways, used in attic scuttle holes or closets

A

Folding ladder

30
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Ladder that must be equipped with positive locking devices to hold ladder in open position

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Combination ladder

31
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NFPA 1901 requires aerial apparatus to carry one folding ladder, two single ladders equipped with roof hooks, and:

A

Two extension ladders

32
Q

Darkening, blistering, or blackening of varnish on wood ladders may indicate:

A

Exposure to heat

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