Engine Company Operations CH 12-2

Question 1

Water loss due to kinks is the more common problem. Kinks constitute a water loss when they are severe enough to reduce the extinguishment capabilities of a hose line. When this occurs and is recognized by any member, an “Urgent” message shall be transmitted via the handie-talkie. It is essential that which following be notified of a water loss situation.?
more one correct..
A- IC
B- Engine ECC affected
C- Units operating on fire floor and floors above
D- All Corrrect

Answer 1

A and C correct

2.1 GS

NOTE: The engine officer shall ensure that the fire is confined by closing a door and/or all members are moved to a safe area of refuge if necessary.

Question 2

True/False?
An indication that there are kinks is when the engine officer calls for additional pressure and the ECC responds that sufficient pressure is being supplied, but a reduction in flow is showing on the outlet flowmeter. Once it is determined the reduction in water flow is due to kinks, they must be located and quickly removed. Do not correct kinks by increasing the pressure.

Answer 2

True

2.5 GS

Question 3

The engine officer must initiate action to correct the problem of kinks in the hoseline. This shall include which of the follwing?
more one correct..
A- dispatching the control firefighter to find and correct the problem
B- Request assistance from the Incident Commander.
C- This problem be addressed by the second due engine (water resource unit), if at the scene.
D- All correct

Answer 3

2.6 GS
All correct
The engine officer must initiate action to correct the problem of kinks in the hoseline. This shall include dispatching the control firefighter to find and correct the problem and/or requesting assistance from the Incident Commander. This problem should also be addressed by the second due engine (water resource unit), if at the scene.
2.6 GS
NOTE: The engine officer must notify the Incident Commander and all units on the fire floor and floors above when the problem is corrected.