Flammable Liquids And Foam 827 Flashcards
1
Q
What are the three methods the brigade have to deliver foam as an extinguishing media
A
Appliance foam tanks
1000ltr bulk foam units
9 ltr foam extinguishers on pump ladders at 2 appliance stations
2
Q
What are the hazards with flammable liquids
A
Boil over Smoke plume Pressurised pipelines Extinguishing media Incorrect foam application Interrupted foam application Ignition of fuel due to static discharge Surrounding risks
3
Q
What are the on route considerations
A
Confirmed location Significant hazards RVP Safe approach route Wind/weather conditions
4
Q
What are the four options for extinguishing a flammable liquid
A
Application of foam
Application of water spray
Fixed installations
Controlled burn
5
Q
Who can an IC request for specialist support
A
HMEPO
Environmental agency
6
Q
What measures should be in place when foam is used
A
Request attendance of HMEPO Record decision in key decision log. Implement plan agreed with EA Prevent runoff Re use water run off for cooling Agree post incident cleanup with EA/owner
7
Q
What are the 4 types of foam the LFB stock
A
Alcoseal 3/6. Appliances
Polyfoam3/3. Bulk foam unit
SF 60 Hi Ex Bulk foam unit
TF 136 training foam
8
Q
How many ltrs of foam is in the appliance tank
A
120L delivered at 6% or 3%
