FF Ops Bulletin 1 - Supplementary Flashcards
1
Q
If possible, approach vehicle from what angle?
A
45 deg
2
Q
What unit should be requested for a leaking fuel tank?
A
Haz mat unit
3
Q
3 types of fluid leaks from an Electric vehicle
A
Potassium hydroxide (KOH)
Marlotherm
Sulfuric acid
4
Q
Nationally, how many fires involve autos and how many deaths and injuries result?
A
1 out of 4
500 deaths
3000 injuries
5
Q
In DC, how many auto fires are determined to be incediary? How much percent increase since December 2006?
A
1/6
100%
6
Q
What nfpa standard defines incendiary?
A
Nfpa 921
7
Q
How many lbs of combustibles are there in autos?
A
Over 900#
8
Q
The pressure relief valve on a gas cap is set to what psi for over pressurization?
A
1 psi
