Chapter 15: Fire Hose, Appliances, And Nozzles Flashcards
1
Q
What are the two different types of nozzles?
A
Smooth-bore nozzles
Fog-stream nozzles
2
Q
What kind of couplings do LDH have?
A
Stortz
3
Q
What is the name of the notch on hose couplings that lines the threads?
A
Higbee notch
4
Q
Which NFPA standard governs inspection, care, and use of fire hose, couplings, nozzles and service testing of fire hose?
A
1962
5
Q
How much supply hose does a typical fire engine carries in feet?
A
800-1250
6
Q
What device splits one hose stream into two?
A
A wye
7
Q
How many gpm does a 2 1/2” fire hose flow?
A
250
8
Q
How many gpm does a 1 3/4” fire hose flow?
A
120-180
9
Q
The NFPA recommends that a pumper carry a minimum of ____ft of supply hose
A
800
10
Q
The two fire-fighter stiff-arm method is used to:
A
Uncouple hose
