Hoses

Question 1

What are the 2 hoses used for delivery and suction?

Answer 1

1. Delivery hose
2. Feed Hose/Feed length

Question 2

What is the procedure when a hose is damaged? (Div A)

Answer 2

• Clean the hose
• Circle the hole and/ or damaged area with a Chinagraph pencil.
• Place grey duct tape either side of the hole
• Attach a shipping tag to the damaged hose at the coupling, stating location of hole / damage from the coupling (ie. for repair hole 2m from coupling)

Question 3

What are the 7 actions you should not do with a hose on the fireground?

Answer 3

• Never charge a hose on the tray or on the bight
• Don’t drive a vehicle over the hose line where possible
• Don’t drag over broken glass or sharp objects
• Drag or lay hose through contaminants
• Create water hammer or a shockwave in the hose in any way
• Drop or drive over couplings
• Charge a line before the order “water on”

Question 4

What are the 6 things you should do when working with hoses on the fireground?

Answer 4

• Check couplings for damage and washers
• Take all kinks out of the hose when charged
• Check the hose for damage after a job
• Signify a damaged length of hose with an overhand knot
• Use a Burst Hose Bandage on damaged sections
• Use hose ramps wherever possible

Question 5

What are the 4 types of hose?

Answer 5

• Duraline
• Canvas
• High-pressure
• Suction

Question 6

What should you check for after a hose has been used on the fireground?

Answer 6

• Exterior of hose (cuts and abrasions)
• Couplings washers (leaks or damage)
• Imbedded objects (glass/stones)