FT 10/5 Flashcards
Which point concerning the High Rise Nozzle is incorrectly stated?
Select one:
a. The HRN 2 ½” shut-off is permanently attached
b. It is the responsibility of the 4th due engine to bring the HRN to the Command Post
c. The 1 1/8” tip, which is removable, should be checked weekly at MUD
d. The HRN will only be placed into operation at the direction of the IC
B
(TB Tools 7—DS 17—2.3, 4.1, 4.2) (5th Due)
The correct answer is: It is the responsibility of the 4th due engine to bring the HRN to the Command Post
When supplied by 2 ½” hose, the High Rise Nozzle will produce flows of _______ gpm at _____ psi nozzle pressure with water flowing?
Select one:
a. 180-200, 40
b. 200-225, 50
c. 225-250, 50
d. 200-225, 40
B
(TB Tools 7—DS 17—4.3)
The correct answer is: 200-225, 50
When using the High Rise Nozzle at a fire operation, it would be incorrect to think that?
Select one:
a. The supply line must be attached to the HRN before the nozzle is slid out on the window sill for use
b. The officer supervising the HRN operation should initiate and maintain HT contact with the spotter
c. A shut-off shall be placed in the line one length from the standpipe outlet
d. A spotter equipped with a HT and a pair of binoculars should provide direction and progress reports to the IC and members operating
C
(TB Tool 7—DS 17—5.5, 5.10, 5.11, 5.14) (one length back from the nozzle)
The correct answer is: A shut-off shall be placed in the line one length from the standpipe outlet
When utilizing a cockloft nozzle at a fire, an engine company would be incorrect to think?
Select one:
a. The cockloft nozzle operates with the same pressure normally supplied to a 1 ¾” handline
b. The cockloft nozzle is to be supplied by a 1 ¾” handline
c. The two ½” OSTs increase the reach of the stream in excess of 60 feet
d. The discharge rate of the cockloft nozzle is approximately 150 gpm
D
(TB Tools 7—DS 18—1.2, 1.3, 1.4) (125 gpm)
The correct answer is: The discharge rate of the cockloft nozzle is approximately 150 gpm
Which operational point concerning the cockloft nozzle is correctly stated?
Select one:
a. When using a cockloft nozzle in a NFP multiple dwelling, the preferred location for operation is immediately inside the apartment door
b. The configuration of the ½” tips reduces back pressure
c. A hole approximately 4’ x 4’ is needed in the ceiling in order for the cockloft nozzle to fit
d. The clearing between the top of the ceiling joists and the bottom of the roof joists must be a minimum of 3” to enable the operation of the cockloft nozzle
A
(TB Tools 7—DS 17—1.5, 3.3, 3.4) (eliminates back pressure, 3’ x 3’, min. of 4 inches)
The correct answer is: When using a cockloft nozzle in a NFP multiple dwelling, the preferred location for operation is immediately inside the apartment door
The cockloft nozzle shall be visually inspected?
Select one:
a. Weekly
b. Monthly
c. Daily
d. Each tour
A
(TB Tools 7—DS 17—5.1)
The correct answer is: Weekly
Which point concerning the use of a portable power saw is stated correctly?
Select one:
a. Two slaps on the back of an Operator indicates “Stop the cut”
b. The Circle of Danger when cutting a roof or floor is a 10-foot radius
c. The saw shall be shut down when moving to distant areas of operation like level to level
d. Only the Operator and designated guide member may enter the Circle of Danger
C
(Tools 9 - 4.4.6, 4.7, 4.7.1, 4.8.3) (2 slaps means cut, 20 foot radius, Officer, Operator + Guide are allowed in)
The correct answer is: The saw shall be shut down when moving to distant areas of operation like level to level
A saw operator cutting a roof where fresh smoke is coming from the blade should know that this usually indicates?
Select one:
a. The cut is on a beam
b. The saw blade is broken
c. Too deep a cut through heavy material
d. A cut perpendicular to a beam
C
(Tools 9 - 6.1.8)
The correct answer is: Too deep a cut through heavy material
When making a “Coffin Cut”, the knock out corner cut is the _____ cut made?
Select one:
a. Second
b. Fourth
c. First
d. Third
A
(Tools 9 - 6.1.10 B)
The correct answer is: Second
Which point regarding the carbide tip blade of the portable power saw is not stated correctly?
Select one:
a. Place the blade OOS if three or more tips are broken or missing from the 12-tooth blade or six or more tips are broken or missing from the 24-tooth blade
b. A slight back and forth motion will widen the cut and help prevent binding of the blade
c. When beginning a cut, bring the blade to full RPM before contacting the surface with the blade
d. It will cut through gravel and tar covered roofs, wood flooring, and light sheet metal
A
(TB Tools 9 - App 1—2.1) (8 or more tips are broken or missing from the 24-tooth blade)
The correct answer is: Place the blade OOS if three or more tips are broken or missing from the 12-tooth blade or six or more tips are broken or missing from the 24-tooth blade
Which point regarding the abrasive disc blade of the portable power saw is not stated correctly?
Select one:
a. The Silicone Carbide disc will cut through concrete and other masonry materials
b. The Aluminum Oxide disc will cut through various types of steel, including auto bodies, metal security doors, and metal window bars
c. Both sides of the Aluminum Oxide disc should be painted yellow
d. When beginning a cut, the disc is brought in contact with the material to be cut, the engine is run at low speed and the speed is gradually increased as the disc cuts into the material
C
(TB Tools 9 - App 1—2.2) (Silicon Carbide Disc is painted yellow on both sides)
The correct answer is: Both sides of the Aluminum Oxide disc should be painted yellow
Regarding the Diamond Blade of the portable power saw, it would be incorrect to state?
Select one:
a. If this saw blade begins to heat up and glow red during use, the blade must be placed out of service
b. It can cut case hardened locks, chain link fence, rebar, security gates, car doors, bulletproof glass, plastic pipe, stucco, concrete, stone and brick
c. It can be used for both wet and dry cutting
d. This saw blade should be frequently backed out of a cut so that air can cool the blade
A
(TB Tools 9 - App 1—2.3.6, 2.3.12, 2.3.13) (Discontinue use of the blade until it has cooled down)
The correct answer is: If this saw blade begins to heat up and glow red during use, the blade must be placed out of service
The diamond blade is?
Select one:
a. Bi-directional—and should be flipped after every 5th use
b. Bi-directional—and should be flipped after every 10th use
c. Uni-directional—it may only be used in one direction
d. Bi-directional—and should be flipped after each use
D
(TB Tools 9 - App 1—2.3.15)
The correct answer is: Bi-directional—and should be flipped after each use
When using the diamond blade, it would be incorrect to think that?
Select one:
a. During prolonged cutting, use a gentle stream of water on the blade at the point of contact with the material being cut
b. If there is excessive wobbling during use of the blade, discontinue use and inspect the blade
c. Disregard any directional arrows on early versions of the blade
d. Work at full throttle when first bringing the blade in contact with the material to be cut
D
(TB Tools 9 - App 1—2.3.12, 2.3.13, 2.3.15, 2.3.17) (Run the engine at a speed such as the material to be cut does not get caught at the outer edge of the blade and cause the blade to bounce or bind)
The correct answer is: Work at full throttle when first bringing the blade in contact with the material to be cut
Which point concerning the Akron New Yorker Multiversal Nozzle is stated incorrectly?
Select one:
a. It has three stacked tips—1 ¼”, 1 ½” and 2”
b. A Safety Stop-lock and Release Pin prevents lowering the nozzle below 35 degrees. The Release Pin should be pulled before reaching 35 degrees
c. Hose lines supplying the multiversal nozzle should be brought straight back a distance of 10 feet before making any sharp bends or turns
d. The use of two hose lines is recommended to supply the multiversal nozzle
C
(TB Tools 17 - 2.1 D, I, 3.4.2) (15 feet)
The correct answer is: Hose lines supplying the multiversal nozzle should be brought straight back a distance of 10 feet before making any sharp bends or turns
When using the Multiversal nozzle in the ground base, it should not be operated at more than ______ gallons per minute?
Select one:
a. 800
b. 600
c. 500
d. 700
A
(TB Tools 17 - 3.4.5)
The correct answer is: 800
When using the Multiversal nozzle in the ground base, it should not be operated at more than _____ psi when using the 2” tip?
Select one:
a. 70
b. 100
c. 120
d. 50
D
(TB Tools 17 - 3.4.5)
The correct answer is: 50
Which point concerning the use of Maxiforce Air Bags is stated incorrectly?
Select one:
a. A bag’s rated tonnage is based on its capacity to lift that tonnage one inch
b. Units shall not mark these bags in any manner
c. A bright yellow “X” is used for positioning the center of the bag under a load
d. Only an inch of space is required for insertion of an air bag
B
(TB Tools 20 - 1.1, 2.1.1, 2.1.4, 2.1.5) (Unit should paint the lift height and lift capacity on the bags)
The correct answer is: Units shall not mark these bags in any manner
Air Bags should only be inflated to ________ of their rated height capacity?
Select one:
a. 1/3 to 2/3
b. 1/4 to 1/ 2
c. 1/2 to ¾
d. 2/3 to 3/4
C
(TB Tools 20 - 6.5)
The correct answer is: 1/2 to ¾
The steel SCBA air cylinder used to supply air to an air bag should be changed when the high-pressure gauge falls below?
Select one:
a. 250
b. 300
c. 275
d. 200
D
(TB Tools 20 - 3.1.4)
The correct answer is: 200