Equipment Flashcards
How do you operate a BCF extinguisher?
- Lift the safety catch
- Hold the unit upright
- Squeeze the lever to do a side test
- Aim the nozzle at the base of the fire and discharge
- Use a sweeping motion
A350: How do you operate a HAFEX fire extinguisher?
- Remove the safety pin
- Hold the unit upright
- Press the lever to do a side test
- Aim the nozzle at the base of the fire and discharge
- Use a sweeping motion
How do you operate a water extinguisher?
- Turn the handle fully clockwise
- Hold the unit upright
- Press the trigger to do a side test
- Aim the nozzle at the base of the fire and discharge
- Use a sweeping motion
After turning on the portable gaseous oxygen bottle, what do you need to check before donning the disposable mask onto a casualty’s face?
[Check the flow indicator on the dispensing tube. It should turn from colourless to green.]
To activate the Rescu 406S radio beacon on the sea, what should you do?
- Tie the tethering line securely to the slideraft
- Place the beacon in sea water
To manually activate the Rescu 406SE radio beacon on land, what should you do?
- Turn the rotary switch to the XMT position
- With hand over antenna, break the water soluble tape and allow the antenna to erect
- Place the beacon in an area clear of obstructions
What are the precautions when using a BCF/HAFEX fire extinguisher?
- Stand 6-8 feet away from the fire on initial discharge, then move closer
- Avoid breathing in smoke and fumes from the fire
What are the precautions before administering oxygen for first aid?
- Ensure the operator’s hands and casualty’s face are free from oil, grease or fatty substances
- No smoking in the immediate vicinity
What is the pre-flight check of the BCF extinguisher?
Secure and red disc intact
A350: What is the pre-flight check of the HAFEX fire extinguisher?
Secure, pointer within green range, safety pin and seal intact
What is the pre-flight check of the water extinguisher?
Secure and wire seal intact
What is the pre-flight check of the PBE?
[Seal intact and indicator green]
What is the pre-flight check of the protective gloves?
In position
What is the pre-flight check of the crow bar?
In position
What is the pre-flight check of the FireSock Kit?
In position
What is the pre-flight check of the DME torch?
Secure and the red indicator light is flashing
What is the pre-flight check of the radio beacon?
Secure
What is the pre-flight check of the additional survival pack?
Blue seal intact
What is the pre-flight check of the megaphone?
Secure
During the pre-flight check of the portable gaseous oxygen bottle, what should be the minimum pressure on the gauge?
1800 PSI