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Chapter 4 - Positioning Apparatus Flashcards

1
Q

Where should pumpers that provide water supply for elevated stream operations be positioned?

A

As close to aerial apparatus as practical

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2
Q

If a fire apparatus arrives at an incident and fire conditions are evident upon arrival, Place the apparatus in a safe position that offers the best:

A

tactical advantage.

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3
Q

If a fire apparatus arrives at an incident where no fire is evident, pull the apparatus:

A

past the front of the building.

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4
Q

Which staging would be implemented when numerous units are responding to operate at the same incident, particularly those that require mutual aid or result in transmittal of multiple alarms?

A

Level II Staging

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5
Q

When responding to emergency medical incidents leave ambulances enough room for:

A

for patient loading

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6
Q

Attempt to position apparatus _______ of the incident.

A

upwind

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7
Q

when protecting structures at wildland fires, clear away any nearby _____ that may serve as fuel for a fire.

A

brush

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8
Q

Many jurisdictions require pumpers to yield an optimum position close to a building for:

A

aerial apparatus

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9
Q

How should a driver/operator approach a potential hazardous materials incident?

A

From upwind and uphill

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10
Q

When positioning wildland fire apparatus changing conditions may cause apparatus to ______ many times.

A

re-position

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11
Q

A tandem pumping operation is most likely be used when it is necessary to supply:

A

a high rise sprinkler or standpipe system

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12
Q

Driver/operators are MOST likely to stage apparatus in the ____ zone

A

cold

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13
Q

Driver/operators should not attempt to ford streams with a vehicle unless:

A

It has been specifically designed to operate in such conditions.

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14
Q

A safe zone must be established around roadway incidents in order to:

A

protect personnel and victims.

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15
Q

Tandem pumping operations might be needed when:

A

pressures higher than a single engine is capable of supplying are required

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16
Q

Why should hoselines be kept short for apparatus capable of mounting a mobile fire attack?
Select one:

A

To facilitate movement

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17
Q

What must be done if stretching a hoseline across a railroad track is absolutely necessary?

A

The rail company must be notified to confirm rail traffic has been halted along section in question.

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18
Q

When the apparatus is operated in a stationary position during a wildland fire attack, it should be placed in an area that:
Select one:

A

affords maximum protection from heat and flames.

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19
Q

How is the pumper position to supply a fire department connection best determined?
Select one:

A

Through preincident planning

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20
Q

Vehicles should not be driven over bridges unless the:

A

weight of the apparatus is known to be within the capacity of the structure.

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21
Q

When laying supply hose to the fire scene during a roadway response, lay the hose:

A

to the side of the street.

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22
Q

When positioning during wildland fire attack, the vehicle should be positioned facing the direction of an exit path with the:

A

front wheels straight.

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23
Q

In the “inside/outside” method, when would an attack pumper be positioned on the side of the street closest to the building and the aerial apparatus be placed outboard of the pumper?

A

If building is less than five floors tall

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24
Q

What may be needed when driving the vehicle in conditions of reduced visibility during a wildland fire attack?

A

Spotter walking ahead of the apparatus

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25
Q

Why do some jurisdictions require pumpers to yield an optimum position close to a building for an aerial apparatus?

A

An aerial device, with its fixed length ladder or boom, is of no use positioned beyond its maximum reach.

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26
Q

Which is the preferred type of hose for making hydrant connections?

A

Large diameter intake hose

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27
Q

What scene control zone is considered safe and does not require personal protective equipment?

A

Cold zone

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28
Q

When parking the apparatus at an emergency medical incident, consider proximity of exhaust discharge relative to:

A

location of patients

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29
Q

Which site would be given preference for a drafting location?

A

A location accessible from a hard surface

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30
Q

When operating pumping apparatus in a wildland environment keep ______ on whenever engine is running.

A

headlights

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31
Q

What location is generally considered the safest position for apparatus placement should a structural collapse occur?

A

Corners of the structure

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32
Q

When responding to a hazardous materials incident, the driver/operator should not drive the apparatus directly to the scene until

A

the material involved can be identified

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33
Q

During a wildland fire, attack apparatus are seldom positioned in _____________ for the duration of an incident.

A

the same location

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34
Q

What staging protocol is MOST likely to be enacted when a large number of units are responding to an incident?

A

Level II staging

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35
Q

What staging protocol is MOST likely to be applied to initial response of more than one fire department unit?

A

Level I staging

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36
Q

In Level II staging, units responding are advised of:

A

the staging area location when dispatched and respond directly to that location.

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37
Q

Once on the scene of a highway incident, the use of warning lights should be:

A

reduced as much as possible.

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38
Q

Once on the scene of a highway incident, the use of warning lights should be:

A

reduced as much as possible.

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39
Q

When fire conditions are evident upon arrival, the driver/operator should place the apparatus in a safe position that includes:

A

an exit route for apparatus should a withdrawal become necessary.

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40
Q

When an emergency medical incident requires a driver/operator to position apparatus in a street or highway use the vehicle:

A

as a shield between work area and oncoming traffic.

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41
Q

Where should a pumper be positioned to supply a fire department connection most efficiently?

A

As closely as possible to the water source

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42
Q

When should fire departments identify suitable drafting sites in their response district?

A

During preincident planning

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IFSTA Pumping Apparatus Driver/Operator Third Edition (15 decks)

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