IFSTA Ch. 1 - Types of Apparatus Equipped w/ a Pump Flashcards
What is the main purpose of fire department pumpers?
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To provide adequate water pressure for effective fire streams
Water sources may include:
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internal water tank, hydrants, static water sources.
What NFPA standard lists requirements for fire department pumpers?
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NFPA 1901
According to NFPA requirements for pumpers, a water pump must have a capacity of at least ____ gpm.
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750 gpm
According to NFPA requirements for pumpers, a water tank must have a capacity of at least ____ gallons.
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300 gallons
In addition to a fire pump, apparatus must be equipped with:
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intake and discharge connections
T/F: Salvage tools and equipment are likely to be found on a standard fire department pumper.
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True
Many/few (choose one) fire departments operate pumpers capable of discharging foam on Class A and/or Class B fires.
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Many
T/F: Fire departments operate pumpers capable of discharging foam on Class A but not Class B fires.
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False
Foam proportioning systems commonly found on municipal fire pumpers are scaled down versions of those used for industrial fire pumpers. The foam tanks usually range from:
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20 to 100 gallons
Initial fire attack apparatus are larger versions of full-sized pumpers
OR
Initial fire attack apparatus are smaller versions of full-sized pumpers.
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Smaller
What is a midi-pumper?
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A pumping apparatus smaller than a full-sized pumper.
Benefits of initial fire attack apparatus include:
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Highly maneuverable, used in limited-access areas
Initial fire attack apparatus usually have a (larger/smaller) chassis?
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Smaller
Which apparatus used to transport water to area where a water system is nonexistent or inadequate?
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water tender
Water tenders are used at an emergency incident because:
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Onboard water tank of an attack pumper is insufficient to sustain fire attack.
Which consideration for determining the capacity of a mobile water supply apparatus depends on the weight of the apparatus?
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bridge and weight limits
When determining capacity of mobile water supply apparatus, the capability of nearby jurisdictions must be considered for:
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interoperability
Which apparatus dumps off or uses a quick dump valve to offload its water supply into portable water tanks?
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water tender
When a mobile water supply apparatus is used as a stationary reservoir, where should it be parked?
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Close to the fire scene
Which apparatus is lightweight, all-terrain, and highly maneuverable?
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wildland fire apparatus
Why is the pump and roll system an advantage when combating wildland fires?
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The apparatus can be driven while discharging water.
Riding on the outside of a wildland apparatus while discharging water (should/should not) be done.
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should not
What is the purpose of a ground sweep nozzle?
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Extinguishes small fires as the wildland apparatus advances through short vegetation.
Which apparatus provides immediate suppression of flammable liquid fires and suppression of vapors from fuel spills?
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aircraft rescue and fire apparatus
Which apparatus is likely to assist municipal fire departments wit large scale flammable liquid incidents?
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aircraft rescue and fire apparatus
Which apparatus is used in ice and water rescue and for relay pumping to land-based apparatus?
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fireboats
Which apparatus is likely to offer flexibility that may provide more options for ICs?
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aerial apparatus equipped with fire pumps
Characteristics of a quint:
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equipped with a fire pump, water tank, hose, aerial device, and ground ladders
According to NFPA 1901, the water tank on a quint must be at least ____ gallons.
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300 gallons
Which apparatus is used to extinguish small fires and provide protective hoselines at extrication incidents?
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rescue apparatus equipped w/ fire pumps
Which apparatus is uncommon but may be useful for long-term pumping operations, such as landfill fires?
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trailer-mounted fire pumps
Used to convert a 12/24-volt DC current into 110/220-volt AC current when a small amount of electric power is needed.
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inverter
Can only be moved a short distance away from the vehicle and is typically use to power vehicle-mounted floodlights.
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inverter
Generators are the most common power source used for emergency services
OR
Generators are used as a back-up power source but not as a main power source.
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Generators are the most common power source used for emergency services
Which generator is powered by small gas/diesel engines and generally has a 110/220-volt capability?
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portable generator
Which generator is useful when electric power is needed remote from the position of a fire apparatus?
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portable generator
Which generator is powered by gas/diesel/PTO/or hydraulic systems and has capabilities up to 12,000 watts?
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vehicle-mounted generator
Which lighting equipment ranges from 300 to 1,000 watts and is advantageous where light is needed some distance away from the apparatus?
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portable lights
Which lighting equipment is mounted and may be raised, lowered, or turned?
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fixed lights
What may happen if the electrical supply is overtaxed?
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damage to lighting and generator
What is used to supply electrical power to several connections from one supply source?
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junction box
(Adapters/inverters/transformers) allow personnel to plug their equipment into standard electrical outlets.
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adapters
T/F: Some FD pumping apparatus carry tools to perform some duties of a rescue apparatus.
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True
