Rural Water Supply Flashcards
Who is the initial Dump Site Unit Leader?
The officer of the 3rd due engine
Who is the initial Fill Site Unit Leader?
The officer of the 5th due engine
What is the definition of a non-hydrant area?
Areas where hydrants are in excess of 2,000 feet from a given structure
A relay operation should typically involve no more than how many pumpers?
3
What’s the maximum amount of supply line that should be used on a relay operation?
3,000 feet
What is the NOVA recommendation for a tanker?
1,000 GPM pump and 2,000 Gallon water tank
What units make up a tanker task force?
3 tankers, 1 engine, 1 command officer
Who has priority at the dump and fill sites?
Tankers
The fire flow that can be obtained by a particular unit operating in the shuttle can be determined by what formula?
Sustainable Flow = (Tanker Capacity - 20%) / Round Trip Time
How many fill stations should be established by the fill site pumper?
2
How often should dry hydrants be tested and back flushed?
Every 6 Months
What is the major safety concern with drafting from a pool?
Many pools depend upon the weight of the water to support the construction of the pool or to keep the pool in the ground
What is the preferred method for continuous water supply at a rural water supply operation?
Direct fill using a tanker to nurse the attack engine
What is the purpose of a low level suction strainer and what is their max flow?
They are for use in dump tanks allowing the engine to draft down to a water level of approximately 2 inches.
Maximum flow is 750 GPM?
What is the low-profile jet siphon strainer? What is it’s maximum flow?
A strainer that allows an engine the ability to get water from the dump tank without establishing a draft. Typically used to move water from one tank to another.
Maximum flow may vary between manufacturers but is typically about 500 GPM.
