HLU-Hose Layer Unit

Question 1

Four HLU within the brigade, they carry___km of 90mm hose.
Hose lines may be single or twinned. (Halving the distance they can cover)
Who is available to provide advice?

Answer 1

4

TAB - Tactical Advisor Bulk media - They are mobilised along with the HLU.

Question 2

When requesting an HLU the IC should consider sending them to an RVP to connect with a water supply or for them to go the the incident ground.
The HLU is capable of deploying hose at speeds of up to___?

Answer 2

30mph

Question 3

The HLU is equipped with ______ to assist is safe laying of the hose.

The HLU weighs 16 tonnes

Answer 3

Hose ramps
Signage
Lighting

Question 4

HLU
Following hose deployment a message should be sent to control giving____?

If the amount of hose available falls below _____ then it’s taken OTR.

Answer 4

The call sign of the HLU which laid the hose, the amount laid and the number of pumps involved in a water relay.

600m