Positioning Apparatus Flashcards
If rescue is needed position app.
Where ground ladder can be deployed quickly and efficiently.
Inside outside method of positioning
If building is 5 stories or less the engine takes the spot next to the building
If 6+stories the engine leaves room for he aerial ladder to park next to the building.
When pulling up to a hydrant angle the wheels
45 degrees
Allows for easy movement of engine forward or back if needed.
When connecting LDH _____ twists should be put into the hose to prevent kinks
2
Only in standard couplings
Role of driver if no fire is evident
Driver stays with the engine near best entrance to bring tool or water supply
Main disadvantage of 2.5 supply
Amount of water available
Friction loss
Dual pumping vs tandem pumping
Dual works to add gallonsge to multiple engines so they can both run lines. Intake to intake
Tandem has one engine positioned very close to the other and supplements the other pressure.
Used mainly for standpipes and long attack lines
Intake to discharge
In fire ground operation who has the priority ,
Rescue app. Or pumping.
Pumping apparatus positioning is more critical
Staging level one
Initial response involving two or more companies.
Park at least one block out
Level 2 staging
Initiated by the IC when a large number of vehicles are responding to the same incident.
First arriving company officer become the staging area manager
Staged companies must be able to response in ___
3 minutes when called
Who publishes guidelines on operating highway emergencies
DOT
Positioning in freeway
Facing so tailboard protects operator
Wheels turned away from scene
Park 150-200 feet away form scene
