IFSTA CHAPTER 13 FIRE HOSE Flashcards
What is a pre-service test conducted on apparatus or equipment performed at the factory or after delivery to assure the purchaser that the apparatus or equipment meets standards?
Acceptance testing
What type of valve has a ¼ inch hole in it to permit hose pressurization but not allow water to surge if a hose fails?
Hose test gate valve
est lengths of hose should not exceed what length?
300 feet
What does the size of a fire hose refer to?
It’s inside diameter
What is the general washing method for rubber hose?
Rinse with clear water, use mild soap if necessary
What is the general washing method for woven jacket hose?
Dust and dirt should be brushed or swept off first. If dirt cannot be removed by brushing or sweeping, the hose should be washed and scrubbed with clear water and a stiff brush.
What is the name of the gasket in the female end of a threaded connection called.
Swivel gasket
What is the difference between a hose appliance and a hose tool?
Water flows through an appliance
Which hose roll is mostly used for storage?
Straight roll
Which hose roll allows easy access to both male and female couplings?
Donut roll
Which hose roll is compact and is sometimes used in high-rise operations?
Twin donut roll
What hose load finish will facilitate hydrant connections?
Straight finish
Which hose load results in fewer bends?
Horseshoe load
Which hose load has the hose lying on edge with folds adjacent to each other?
Accordion load
Which supply hose load is the easiest?
Flat load
