Chapter 4 - Positioning Apparatus Flashcards
Where should pumpers that provide water supply for elevated stream operations be positioned?
As close to aerial apparatus as practical
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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:
tactical advantage.
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If a fire apparatus arrives at an incident where no fire is evident, pull the apparatus:
past the front of the building.
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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?
Level II Staging
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When responding to emergency medical incidents leave ambulances enough room for:
for patient loading
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Attempt to position apparatus _______ of the incident.
upwind
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when protecting structures at wildland fires, clear away any nearby _____ that may serve as fuel for a fire.
brush
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Many jurisdictions require pumpers to yield an optimum position close to a building for:
aerial apparatus
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How should a driver/operator approach a potential hazardous materials incident?
From upwind and uphill
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When positioning wildland fire apparatus changing conditions may cause apparatus to ______ many times.
re-position
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A tandem pumping operation is most likely be used when it is necessary to supply:
a high rise sprinkler or standpipe system
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Driver/operators are MOST likely to stage apparatus in the ____ zone
cold
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Driver/operators should not attempt to ford streams with a vehicle unless:
It has been specifically designed to operate in such conditions.
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A safe zone must be established around roadway incidents in order to:
protect personnel and victims.
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Tandem pumping operations might be needed when:
pressures higher than a single engine is capable of supplying are required
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Why should hoselines be kept short for apparatus capable of mounting a mobile fire attack?
Select one:
To facilitate movement
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What must be done if stretching a hoseline across a railroad track is absolutely necessary?
The rail company must be notified to confirm rail traffic has been halted along section in question.
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When the apparatus is operated in a stationary position during a wildland fire attack, it should be placed in an area that:
Select one:
affords maximum protection from heat and flames.
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How is the pumper position to supply a fire department connection best determined?
Select one:
Through preincident planning
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Vehicles should not be driven over bridges unless the:
weight of the apparatus is known to be within the capacity of the structure.
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When laying supply hose to the fire scene during a roadway response, lay the hose:
to the side of the street.
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When positioning during wildland fire attack, the vehicle should be positioned facing the direction of an exit path with the:
front wheels straight.
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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?
If building is less than five floors tall
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What may be needed when driving the vehicle in conditions of reduced visibility during a wildland fire attack?
Spotter walking ahead of the apparatus
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Why do some jurisdictions require pumpers to yield an optimum position close to a building for an aerial apparatus?
An aerial device, with its fixed length ladder or boom, is of no use positioned beyond its maximum reach.
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Which is the preferred type of hose for making hydrant connections?
Large diameter intake hose
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What scene control zone is considered safe and does not require personal protective equipment?
Cold zone
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When parking the apparatus at an emergency medical incident, consider proximity of exhaust discharge relative to:
location of patients
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Which site would be given preference for a drafting location?
A location accessible from a hard surface
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When operating pumping apparatus in a wildland environment keep ______ on whenever engine is running.
headlights
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What location is generally considered the safest position for apparatus placement should a structural collapse occur?
Corners of the structure
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When responding to a hazardous materials incident, the driver/operator should not drive the apparatus directly to the scene until
the material involved can be identified
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During a wildland fire, attack apparatus are seldom positioned in _____________ for the duration of an incident.
the same location
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What staging protocol is MOST likely to be enacted when a large number of units are responding to an incident?
Level II staging
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What staging protocol is MOST likely to be applied to initial response of more than one fire department unit?
Level I staging
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In Level II staging, units responding are advised of:
the staging area location when dispatched and respond directly to that location.
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Once on the scene of a highway incident, the use of warning lights should be:
reduced as much as possible.
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Once on the scene of a highway incident, the use of warning lights should be:
reduced as much as possible.
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When fire conditions are evident upon arrival, the driver/operator should place the apparatus in a safe position that includes:
an exit route for apparatus should a withdrawal become necessary.
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When an emergency medical incident requires a driver/operator to position apparatus in a street or highway use the vehicle:
as a shield between work area and oncoming traffic.
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Where should a pumper be positioned to supply a fire department connection most efficiently?
As closely as possible to the water source
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When should fire departments identify suitable drafting sites in their response district?
During preincident planning
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