Evolutions Flashcards

0
Q

Back stretch is defined as

A

Pumper reaches fire before hydrant w/FF removing enough hose to reach fire. Pumper proceeds to hydrant playing out hose w/1 FF riding on rear step clearing hose
Evolution 1

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If 3 members each pull off 3 folds of hose for a backstretch, where does each FF stretch

A

1st FF stretches about 15’ from rig and slightly in the direction of stretch, 2nd FF directly to rear, & 3rd FF lays 3 folds slightly away from direction of stretch
Evolution 1

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Q

What shall be given priority- Supply booster water upon Officer’s orders or hooking up in-line supply line

Depending on staffing, the initial HL stretch will be controlled by either _ or _ until relieved by _.

A

Booster upon Officer’s orders

Door FF (5 FF Eng) or ECC (4 FF Eng);
Control FF (Hydrant FF (relieves)
Evolution 1A
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3
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5 FF Eng who has the duty of connecting the 3 1/2” supply hose to the 4 1/2” outlet of the hydrant during ILP ops
A. Noz C. Control
B. BU D. Door

A

C Evolution 1A Figure 3.
BU/Door will initially key hydrant and pull sufficient 3 1/2” hose, then mount pumper’s backstep & use signal buzzer. Control checks hydrant then maintains keyed 3 1/2” and connects 3 1/2” to 4 1/2” outlet

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4
Q

ILP correct:
A. Hydrant selected must be on 8” or larger main
B. Initial supply line must be at least 2 1/2”
C. Intake pressure dropping below 15 psi, pump operator shall have his intake supply augmented
D. No more than 5 lengths of hose in initial supply line

A

C Evolution 1A

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5
Q

ILP stretch where the pumper reaches the hydrant before the fire, what is the position in a 4 FF Eng that is responsible for keying the hydrant?
A. Noz C. Control
B. BU D. Door

A

B Evolution 1A

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6
Q

T/F ECC should leave gated inlet closed while opening drain to gated inlet, allowing air in 3 1/2” supply line to exhaust. Once good water flow ECC shall close drain, then slowly open 3” inlet gate fully, then prime pumps & begin 1st HL

A

True Evolution 1A

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7
Q

Must the Hydrant FF connect a 2 1/2” gate to hydrant 2 1/2” outlet

Once the pumper stops at operating position, who breaks 3 1/2” supply line & connects it to 3” gated inlet on pump panel side

A

If time permits

ECC who then notifies Hydrant FF (Control FF) to start water
Evolution 1A

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8
Q

Hydrant selected for ILP must be on a _” or larger main. During water alert can ILP be used

ILP- Generally, max # of lengths of 3 1/2” supply line stretched by hand

A

6” or larger; NOT unless absolutely necessary

Three lengths or less
Evolution 1A

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9
Q

In-line pumping correct information
A. Hydrant must be on a 12” or larger main
B. During Water Alert, ILP shall not be used
C. There shall not be more than 6 lengths of hose in the initial supply line
D. When intake pressure drops below 5 psi, the pump operator shall have his intake supply augmented

A

C

A) 6” or larger
B) During Water Alert, in-line pumping shall not be used UNLESS ABSOLUTELY NECESSARY
D) 15 psi
Evolution 1A

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10
Q

ILP stretch

After hydrant is deemed serviceable, which FF keys the hydrant by pulling sufficient 3 1/2” hose from bed.

A

Pumper reaches hydrant before fire

Hose FF (BU or Door FF depending on 4/5 FF Eng). He then mounts pumper's backstep & uses signal buzzer. Afterwards, the Control FF will maintain the key on the 3 1/2" and connect it to the 4 1/2" on the hydrant
Evolution 1A
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11
Q

Drafting: Incorrect?
A. Connection in the suction line must be air tight
B. The strainer end should, if possible, be parallel with and well below the surface of water
C. All connections and knots of the suction assembly are made before connecting to the inlet side of the pumper
D. The preferred method of securing the suction is to tie it off to a substantial part of the pier bulkhead

A

D. The preferred method is to tie off to a substantial part of the pumper
Evolution 6

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12
Q

The Officer or ECC of Operating pumper upon finding no viable water source shall _

If water relay is necessary what hydrant connections are connected from hydrant to supply pumper

A

Transmit 10-70 via Dept radio & HT

10’ or 35’ Hydrant connection
Evolution 8

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13
Q

T/F Water relay- both pumpers will always be in volume position.

A

False- Standpipe ops where head pressure needs to be overcome. Supply pumper remains in Volume & Operating pumper in Pressure position Evolution 8

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14
Q

Idle pressure on pump pressure gauge will be equal to intake pressure from relay plus pressure the rig idles at in volume (55 psi). In most cases in relay with both rigs in volume, this number will be around _

A

150-175 psi (intake of relay approximately 100 psi plus volume psi 55) Evolution 8

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15
Q

An Officer of the 1st arriving Eng transmits 10-70 via Dept radio. What pumper on the initial alarm is designated as the Water Resource Unit
A. Engine giving the 10-70
B. Next arriving Eng upon hearing the signal
C. 2nd Eng as per alarm assgmt card
D. 3rd arriving Eng

A

B Evolution 8

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16
Q

Relay procedure should accommodate two 2 1/2” HL without intake pressure gauge dropping below _

A

15 psi on Operating pumper. If below 15 psi, the Operating Pumper ECC should request Supply pumper increase throttle on PPG in 10 psi increments as needed
Evolution 8

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17
Q

Water Relay: Supply pumper’s intake pressure drops below 15 psi- who should the ECC of this pumper notify that the hydrant’s supply limit has been reached?
A. Operating ECC & Water Resource Unit Off
B. Supply pumper Off & IC
C. Operating pumper ECC & IC
D. Operating pumper Off & IC

A

C Evolution 8

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18
Q

If Supply Pumpers Intake Pressure gauge drops below _ psi, the Supply Pumper ECC should contact the _ & _ to inform of hydrant supply limit being reached

A

15 psi
Operating Pumper ECC & IC
Evolution 8

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19
Q

T/F If possible, it’s better to set up a relay operation before supplying handlines

A

True Evolution 8

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20
Q

Pressure on the pump pressure gauge will be equal to the Intake pressure from hydrant plus the pressure the pumps idle at in Volume (about _ psi) or in Pressure position (_ psi). In most cases if rig is in volume _ psi

A

Intake pressure from hydrant plus the pressure the pumps idle at in Volume (about 55 psi) or in Pressure position (110 psi). In most cases if rig is in volume 100-125 psi
Evolution 8

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Q

Water relay operation, if Supply Pumper’s intake pressure drops below 15 psi who should ECC of this pumper notify that the hydrant’s supply limit has been reached
A. Operating pumper ECC & Water Resource Off
B. Supply Pumper Off & IC
C. Operating pumper ECC & IC
D. Operating pumper Off & IC

A

C Evolution 8: 3.13

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22
Q

ECCs must check initial intake pressure in static prior to starting water during ILP & anticipated when initial intake pressure low (- PSI), residual pressure may not be capable of safely retaining 2 HL’s.

A

30-40 psi…Augmentation should be anticipated

Evolution 8

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23
Q

Water relay- necessary 3 1/2 lengths stretched from a 3” outlet of supply pumper to operating pumpers _

A

3” gated inlet on pump panel side of pumper

Evolution 8

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24
Q

1st arriving Eng transmits a 10-70 via Dept radio…what pumper on the initial alarm is designated as Water Resource Unit
A. Eng giving 10-70
B. Next arriving Eng upon hearing signal
C. 2nd Due Eng as per alarm assignment card
D. 3rd arriving Eng

A

B Evolution 8: 3.2

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25
Q

Can a 2 1/2” hose be used for a Relay

What are the Buzzer signals

A

Only if absolutely necessary (Evol 1A 12 6th bullet)

1 Stop, 2 Pumper Proceed, 3 Rear is clear for backing & under proper supervision
Evolution 8

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26
Q

If a PRD is found on standpipe, can it be used?

A

It should be removed, but if it cannot be removed & there is NO other outlet available without a PRD, than it’s permissible to use an outlet w/out a PRD
Evolution 9

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27
Q

Another pumper must augment the supply to standpipe & sprinkler systems

A

True

Evolution 9

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28
Q

What do aluminum color Siamese & outlet caps indicate

A

Aluminum= Non-automatic sprinkler;
Yellow= Combo standpipe/sprinkler
Evolution 9

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29
Q

Does an in-line pressure gauge always have to be used at a standpipe operation

A

Always to ensure correct nozzle pressure. It can be carried attached to Control FF length
Evolution 9

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30
Q

How do you engage the EXO to allow descent?

A

Use left hand to slowly pull operating handle towards you while maintaining 90 degree angle to EXO w/right hand and rope Evolution 23

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31
Q

If a building is equipped w/both standpipe & sprinkler systems, the Eng must 1st connect a line to _

A

Standpipe Siamese & second line to sprinkler Siamese

Evolution 9

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32
Q

When supplying an outlet valve for a standpipe system, do you have to remove the PRD?

A

PRD MUST be removed before connecting supply line

Evolution 10

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33
Q

While climbing AL with HL stretch, keep the hose on the _ side of ladder as FF climb

A

Left side of ladder w/all FF wearing life belts

Evolution 22

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34
Q

Knot used when tying off to a substantial object w/PSS hook

A
Anchor Knot (2 half hitches)
Evolution 23
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35
Q

Knot used to raise PL

A

Bowline knot tied 9’ (1 1/2 arm lengths) from end of rope w/1’ end tail
Evolution 18

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36
Q

When hoisting a PL to the roof, the Off & 4 FFs shall go to the roof w/”FULL”

A
FE tools, 
Utility rope, 
Ladder roller, 
Life belt
Evolution 18
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37
Q

Portable extension ladders are to be marked to facilitate hoisting operations. Where on these ladders should the marks be made
A. 1st & 2nd rung above center of bed ladder
B. 1st & 2nd rung below tip of extension lad
C. 1st & 2nd rung of ext ladder
D. 1st & 2nd rung of bed ladder

A

A Evolution 18

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38
Q

Tiller AL as a water tower place rig _’ from building w/TT centered for max coverage of stream

A

25-35’

Evolution 21

39
Q

As a PL is raised it must be turned so that the _

As a PL is lowered it must be turned so that _

A

Rope is between ladder & building “R-R Raise Rope”

Ladder is between rope & bldg “L-L” Lower Ladder
Evolution 18

40
Q

Where shall a FF descend to after using the PSS?

A

If conditions permit- FF shall descend to ground level. Always keep right hand in contact w/rope to help prevent rapid descent Evolution 23

41
Q

Off will climb AL 1st and order a line stretched. What shall Noz FF do once top of AL reached?

A

Snap life belt on top rung of ladder & pass noz & hose in over sill to Off who hold line.
Evolution 22

42
Q

Rear Mount AL- place rig _’ from building w/TT centered for max coverage

A

25-30’

Evolution 21A

43
Q

When deploying Fire Window Blanket from the apartment above the fire does the window need to be removed

When can FF “B” deploy the Fire Window Blanket

A

Must NOT remove window to deploy blanket unless absolutely necessary. Window prevents auto exposure

Upon approval of IC & after checking members “A & C” received their straps
Evolution 33

44
Q

Which rungs shall ladder pipe handle be placed on _

A

Top two rungs

Evolution 21

45
Q

Horizontal movement of pipe controlled w/_ vs vertical movements controlled w/_

A

Turntable horizontal; Halyards vertical

Evolution 21A

46
Q

Can salt water be used for AL water tower drills

T/F When using an AL as a water tower, it’s recommended to supply a ladder pipe from 2 separate sources of water (pumper, fire boat)

A

Never

True
Evolution 21A

47
Q

Once upright out of the window using PSS, where shall you place your toes?
While grasping rope w/right hand out- keep it at _ degree angle to EXO

A

Against the wall with feet shoulder width apart;
90 degree angle to EXO
Evolution 23

48
Q

If using a window as a substantial object with no remote tie off using PSS, which hand is used to place hook?

A

Hold hook in place w/palm of left hand on either window sill or interior side wall. Do NOT wrap fingers around anchor hook or rope. Maintain anchor hook inside of window Evolution 24

50
Q

After EXO is beyond outermost edge of sill, can you let go of the EXO?

A

Yes. The left hand will now grasp inner edge of interior wall making sure hand is not under rope. Prevents accidental engagement of cam resulting in free fall Evolution 23

51
Q
Which of the following can be used as a substantial object:
A. Plumbing vent pipes   
B. Sheet metal housings for roof vents
C. TV masts
D. Newel posts
E. Banisters
A

None of the above

Evolution 25

52
Q

Noz FF shall climb to turntable and have nozzle passed up to him. Place hose _ while climbing AL

A

Hose under left arm and nozzle over right shoulder

Evolution 22

53
Q

When using the PSS hook to grasp around a substantial object, where shall the hook be placed to keep tension?

A

Al low as possible. Prevents anchor hook from coming off of the anchor point Evolution 23

54
Q

What is done if an unconscious victim is encountered and removal is required using the LSR?

A

Bowline on a bight and slippery hitch must be tied on the victim Evolution 25

55
Q

What is the most effective way to exit a room with the PSS- leading w/_ hand?

A

Leading with your right hand and keeping your left hand on the EXO depressing cam. Right shoulder shall point toward exit Evolution 23

56
Q

How shall member being lowered direct victim to grasp upon exiting the window?

A

Victim shall place both arms around member being lowered neck & both legs around his waist;
Member being lowered shall place arms around victim’s upper torso, under the armpit with locked hands behind the victim’s back. Command to lower given verbally
Evolution 25

57
Q

When shall member being lowered give command to Stop?

A

While out of reach of victim. Give forceful commands while out of reach, then give command down, stop as necessary until shoulder to shoulder with the victim.
Evolution 25

58
Q

When shall a FF use the PSS?

A

Only after all other means of self rescue have been exhausted. Transmit Mayday for Member Trapped & in process of deploying PSS
Evolution 23

59
Q

Preferred method of using PSS

A

Tying off to a substantial object (remote anchoring) ex- steam riser, radiator, 2 wall studs, door frame
Evolution 23

60
Q

Stretching a HL via an AL- place _ of AL directly below objective

A

Turntable. Position with tip of ladder level w/sill of window
Evolution 22

61
Q

Upon reaching window to exit w/PSS, what must be done with EXO

A

EXO must be brought to a point beyond the outermost edge of windowsill. It’s absolutely necessary that EXO be brought beyond the sill Evolution 23

62
Q

Can the member being lowered use the window frame to pull himself toward the victim for LSR evolution?

A

Yes. Never use the victim to help. Evolution 25

63
Q

To increase safety of lowering operation, whether a parapet is present or not, will require that the lowering point be _ between roof’s edge and substantial object

A

Midway. Keep LSR as perpendicular as possible to roof’s edge at point where member descends Evolution 25

64
Q
PSS with a remote anchor the member during descent shall maintain the right hand
A. at 45 degree angle to EXO
B. at 75 degree angle to EXO
C. at 90 degree angle to EXO
D. By his right buttock at all times
A

C Evolution 23

65
Q

How far shall a victim being lowered once rescued using the LSR evolution?

A

The goal is to reach a point of safety. A descent of one story may be all that is necessary Evolution 25

67
Q

LSR lowering FF w//Atlas Belt: Where is the LSR carrying case placed?

A

Facing the point of descent, place the carrying case on the roof with the back of the case facing the point of descent
Evolution 25

69
Q

Lowering member (Member 1) with Atlas Life Belt shall place the snap hook _

A

Attach it to the bottom part of the “O” ring of the life belt with snap portion face down Evolution 25

70
Q

If using a window as a substantial object with no remote tie off using PSS, which hand is used to place hook?

A

Hold hook in place w/palm of left hand. Do NOT wrap fingers around anchor hook or rope. Maintain anchor hook inside of window Evolution 24

71
Q

If there is a 3rd member available during the lowering a member evolution, where shall he be positioned?

A

Roof’s edge for control and to relay commands

Evolution 25

74
Q

Which unit shall deploy Fire Window Blanket

A

Any unit or units Evolution 33

75
Q

Member to be lowered using personal harness shall place the snap hooks where?

A

Snap hook of rope to harness handle. Lowering member shall attach snap hook to bottom part of the hook of his harness Evolution 27

76
Q

Lowering a member using LSR and personal harness. What must be done at the beginning of the this evolution?

A

Pre-tied Bowline on a bight is not necessary and must be untied at start of this operation. Both members must adjust their harness leg straps for proper fit. Evolution 27

77
Q

Once member being lowered w/LSR rolls off the parapet into a vertical position, he shall place his feet _” apart

A

Approximately 12” apart against the wall toes up

Evolution 25

78
Q

How many turns are placed on Snap Hook when lowering a member with the LSR?

A

4 turns under and over the life belt hook. Evolution 25

79
Q

At a corner window, if adjoining window is located w/in _’ of corner of bldg, a hook can be extended by Member “A or C” as a target for Member B

A

6’ Evolution 33A

80
Q

LSR may be less than 150’ due to natural shrinkage. A rope may have shrunk _’

A

8-10’ Evolution 25

81
Q

Single slide- carrying case for LSR shall be placed _

A

Near the substantial object you plan to use. Pull out the anti-chafing device & bowline on a bight through the window of the case. Carrying case will be tossed off the roof once tied off. Evolution 28

82
Q

Member being lowered using LSR shall allow enough slack in the rope to place the anti-chafing device flat on the parapet with approx _” of the device draped over the outer edge

A

approximately 5” Evolution 25

84
Q

70-80-90 for AL as a water pipe

A

LCC extends fly ladder to proper height w/ladder at 70 degree angle from ground,
Max extension of 80’ for fly ladder tip to ground,
90 PSI max noz pressure supplied from 3” hose
Evolution 21A

85
Q

T/F When performing the Single slide evolution, the hook of the life belt must clear the outer edge of the parapet

A

True Evolution 28

86
Q

When using the chimney as a substantial object, what is the optimum strength at this point?

A

The base of the chimney. Allow the rope to drop to the base close to the roof Evolution 28

87
Q

Can KO Curtain be deployed from roof?

Can KO Curtain be deployed horizontally

A

Yes for top floor fires and duplex apts

Never. Only deploy in Vertical position
Evolution 34

88
Q

When performing the single slide evolution without a parapet, a drop of _ will be experienced when dropping off of the roof

A

Approximately 1 1/2’ Evolution 28

89
Q

KO Curtain Deployment FF tools

Receiving FF tools for KO Curtain “HHH”

A

KO Curtain, Hydra Ram, & Halligan hook. Must have facepiece donned when deploying

Hydra Ram, Halligan, Halligan hook
Evolution 34

90
Q

Who can order deployment of KO Curtain

A

Only on orders of the IC Evolution 34

91
Q

Once fire is extinguished & it’s necessary to remove KO Curtain to assist in ventilation of the fire apt, the removal of KO Curtain must be approved by IC. The request of removal will be made by Lad Off inside fire apt _

A

After first consulting w/Eng Officer in charge of HL in apt. TIC must confirm all fire has been extinguished
Evolution 34

92
Q

Who shall coordinate deployment of KO Curtain

A

2nd Ladder Officer will coordinate the deployment once ordered Evolution 34

93
Q

Correct for ILP in 4 FF Eng
A. BU FF should initially control HL stretch until relieved by Cont FF
B. 3 1/2 hose must always be used for initial supply line & 3 1/2” hose must always be used if augmentation is req’d
C. If initial intake pressure is 40 psi residual pressure may not be able to safely sustain 2 HLs
D. A max of 3 lengths may be hand stretched to a 2 1/2” gate on hydrant if augmentation is performed in this manner

A

C Evol 1A 30-40 psi

Chauffeur controls initial HL stretch in 4 FF Eng
No more than 6 lengths used for initial supply line. Generally 3 length max hand stretched for 3 1/2” supply. Time permitting 2 1/2” gate should be attached if augmentation necessary (particularly effective when hydrant used for ILP is nearby- 3 lengths or less)

94
Q

Wind Impacted fire KO Curtain deployed. After fire ext, KO Curtain may be removed to assist in vent of fire apt on a request to IC by
A. 1st Lad Off inside of fire apt only after consulting w/2nd Lad Off coordinating deployment
B. 1st Eng Off in charge of HL inside of fire apt only after consulting w/1st Lad Off inside of fire apt
C. 1st Lad Off inside fire apt only after consulting w/1st Eng Off in charge of HL inside of fire apt
D. 2nd Lad Off coordinating deployment, only after consulting w/1st Lad Off operating inside of fire apt

A

C Evol 34 5.14

95
Q

Can you throw the KO Curtain out the window

A

Do NOT throw. Drop KO curtain to cover target window. Throw Window Blanket Evolution 34

96
Q
KO Curtain deployed- a prepared company would ensure their "receiving firefighter" is equipped with what tools?
A. axe, halligan, hydraram
B. Hydra-ram, halligan, 6' hook
C. KO Curtain, hydraram, halligan
D. Hydra-ram, halligan, halligan hook
A

D Evolution 34

97
Q

Can Fire Window Blanket be deployed from 2 floors above fire

A

Yes if IC deems necessary Evolution 33

98
Q

Operating Pumper ECC after receiving relay observes water flow from drain, closes drain, & slowly opens 3” inlet gate fully. Intake pressure gauge reads 100-125 psi. The ECC then primes the pumps & notes reading on Pump pressure gauge (which should be _)

A

50-60 psi greater than intake gauge reading due to added pressure from his pumper at idle in volume position. Operating ECC then sets the reading on PPG to match idle pressure on pump pressure gauge & begins fire line ops
Evolution 8

99
Q

How many turns shall member take around the hook when performing the single slide evolution?

A

4 turns under and over Evolution 28

100
Q

Eng utilizing ILP at a fire must be aware that
A. ILP shall never be used during a Water Alert
B. Initial supply line must be 3” hose
C. 2 1/2” gate must be attached to hydrant’s 2 1/2” outlet
D. 30-40 PSI is considered a low initial intake pressure that may not safety sustain 2 handlines

A

D Evol 1A pg 3-4

A. During Water Alert, ILP shall not be used unless absolutely necessary
B. Pumper shall use 3 1/2” hose as initial supply line from the hydrant to pumper
C. Time permitting, 2 1/2” gate should be attached to the hydrants 2 1/2” outlet for possible augmentation if necessary