Deck 11 Flashcards
If the apparatus is not level then how should the jacks and tormentors be lowered?
Lower the jacks on the low side first and then the high side until the rig is level, lowering on the high side first will damage the suspension system
Tower Ladders have indentations in the turntable to accept outriggers, this necessitates what?
- outriggers must be moved clear of the turntable before operating the boom- boom must be returned to its original position before outriggers are bedded
What controls can be found at the pedestal?
-3 control levers for the operation of the boom, -Master power switch- this supplies power for the master control valve, Master control console panel lights, engine start, deadman control and platform controls.engine start button in case the engine stalls- platform control (basket) activates basket control station,- deadman control- accesories- controls light oon master control- pressure gauge- communication switch- only controled at this position not in the basket
What are the two last resort ways of escaping from the basket?
-fixed telescoping ladder mounted on top of the boom sections.- lifesaving rope in conjunction with the personal harness.use which ever is most appropriate for the situation.
A BC that wanted to converse with the members in the basket operating would know the best method of communicating with them would be how?
The intercom
Because models of TLs vary, the postion relation from the pedistal member to the basket will differ, for this reason the direction of movement of the boom will be dictated from the position of which member?
Pedestal
Smother operation of the boom is performed from which postiton, for this reason delicate movements should be performed from this position except when?
Pedistal, except when there is poor visibility then these movements will be from the basket
What are two times that the basket firfighter would use the HT to communicate with either the pedestal man or anyone else?
If when testing the intercom it is OOS or if the basket firefighter leaves the basket for any reason such as venting or search
In the event both forms of communication are not operable then what should be in place?
a set of hand signals, taps of a tool against the boom or movements of the boom to get the basket firefighters attention.
If the safety belt in the pedestal is to confineing for the member what can be done?
Form a loop one foot in diameter, in a lifesaving rope around a substantial part of the basket using a bowline to secure the loop, then hook the life belt or personal harness onto this loop.
The placement of the TL depends on what conditions, and who should evaluate these condition prior to placement?
overhead wires-Location of pumper and hydrants-Condition and stability of bldg-Ground stability
The scrub area is defined how? and how should you position the apparatus to maximize this?
By the area that the TL basket can touch, this area can be maximized by positioning the apparatus with the front end at a 15 degree angle from the bldg line.
This positioning can vary based on what?
Stability of the ground, such as in a vacant lot where the stability of the the ground is questonable and plank pading under the tormentors is not deemed substantial then positioning the rig perpendicular will reduce lateral force on the rig reducing the possibility of the rig pole vaulting, this will reduce the scrub area considerably. backing the apparatus into position will insure lower floor coverage.
What is one of the best way to position the TL at a fire in a private dwelling, what will be an important fact that will dictate this positioning?
Positioning the TL with the turnable in line with the alley will afford coverage of the front and exposure protection, this positioning will be dictated by two thing primarily, If there are obstructions like utiility pole or wires and where the life hazard is if it is evident.
Just like all Engine FFs should know how to plase the engine in pump, connect to a hydrant, and supply and maintain adequate pressure on a hand line, the same is true in a TL, the Company Commander should ensure that all members of the company are trained to do what?
-Place apparatus in PTO-Be adept in operation of the basket, pedestal and console-Be adept in control of stang nozzle-Be familiar with basic emergencies in the event there is a malfunction-Be capable to assume position of the pedestal man with regard to operations of the app and maintaining communication-Stretch supply lines to unit and procedure to enable. efficient and rapid repositioning of the apparatus.
