Probation 121.11 Flashcards
What time will on duty platoon commander of companies insure inspection of apparatus and all tools and appliances? where is this information recorded?
0700 hrs and the information is recorded on Form 54.2 and in the Company Journal.
What is the proper procedure used to check road transmissions?
Start at operating temperature Run engine at 1000 RPMs Remove and clean dipstick Reinsert, remove and check level
How often are grease fittings on apparatus lubricated?
Once a month
How often are priming pumps checked and lubricated?
Checked daily Lubricated after each use
How often are discharge gates checked and lubricated?
Checked daily Lubricated as needed
How often are apparatus radiators checked and what are the proper procedure for filling a hot radiator with cold water?
Check daily and add water slowly with the engine running.
What an engine incentive fleet maintenance division for the repairs will be left unattended what equipment remains on the apparatus?
Apparatus will be stripped of all tools and appliances except one CO2 extinguisher
When refueling apparatus what precautions will be taken?
No open flame Use only department provided safety cans No smoking Turn off engine
When should the gaskets in the barrels of tips and play pipes wagon pipes monitor nozzles and ladder pipes be inspected?
Monthly and after each use
Where is the tag placed on defective hose and what information is placed on the tag?
Defective end Year and nature
What are the guidelines for cleaning apparatus?
Water will not be placed in cab of vehicle with us The undercabinet be steam cleaned at an approved facility with permission of fleet maintenance. Be careful to avoid electric lines Apply grease afterwards
Is there any danger in allowing a pump to run for a long period of time without discharging water
Yes the pump may overheat causing the metal to absorb heat and expand seizing the pump and potentially causing severe damage to the drive force.
Metro telephones can be found at what 5 locations?
In blue light boxes 800 ft intervals along right of way Kiosks Emergency shafts Near fan control panels Some service rooms
No one will enter the track bed until what?
IC permission Metro OCC confirmed power removed and trains stopped Emergency trip switches have been pushed Third rail has been tested
How often is the oil in the crankcase of apparatus checked?
Daily
