ON 749 Hose Layer Unit Flashcards
1
Q
How heavy is a HLU and what size of hose does it carry?
A
16 tonnes , 90mm hose with Storz couplings
2
Q
How much hose does a HLU carry?
A
4km, can be either a single length of 4km or 2 km twinned
3
Q
How many HLU’s are there in the brigade?
A
4 plus 1 reserve
4
Q
Whenever a HLU is requested, what else is mobilised?
A
Bulk Media Advisor (BMA)
5
Q
When will the BMA not be mobilised?
A
When the HLU is part of the PDA
6
Q
What is the minimum crew to assist the HL operative?
A
Crew of four
7
Q
When Should the HL hose be connected to the water supply?
A
Only when the HL has finished laying out the hose
8
Q
What is the minimum amount of personnel required to make up the hose?
A
2 trained personnel, 3 non trained
9
Q
What speed can the HLU deploy the hose ?
A
30mph
