Equipment

Question 0

How do you operate a water extinguisher?

Answer 0

• Turn the handle fully clockwise
• Hold unit upright
• Press the trigger to do a side test
• Aim nozzle at the base of the fire and discharge
• Use a sweeping motion

Question 1

How do you operate a BCF extinguisher?

Answer 1

• 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

Question 2

After turning on the portable gaseous oxygen bottle,what do you need to check before donning the disposable mask onto a casualty’s face?

Answer 2

Check the flow indicator on the dispensing tube.Turns from either red to green or colorless to green

Question 3

To activate the Rescu 406S radio beacon on the sea,what should you do?

Answer 3

• Tie the tethering line securely to the slideraft

- Place the beacon in sea water

Question 4

To manually activate the Rescu 406SE radio beacon on land,what should you do?

Answer 4

• Turn the rotary switch to the XMT position
• With hand over antenna,break the water soluble tape and allow then antenna to erect
• Place the beacon in an area clear of obstructions

Question 5

What are the precautions when using a BCF extinguisher?

Answer 5

• Stand 6-8 feet away from the fire on initial discharge,then move closer
• Avoid breathing in smoke and fumes from the fire