SCBA Flashcards
T/F SCBA will protect u from CBRN agents?
False
SCBA in conjuction with PPC (level A entry suit)+ proper Haz Mat training
Can airborne contaminants enter respiratory track through a punctured or ruptured ear drum?
Yes they can
Actual work and exit time with scba will depend upon what?
ps it is individuals responsibility to know there work/exit time.
physical conditioning
type of work load
physical characteristics
training and another of other factors
There are 3 things that make the definition of confined space?
PS a windowless building can be considered confined space
not designed for human occupancy
large enough so a person can enter/work
has limited means for entry and escape
Scba cylinders are pressurized to what psi?
4500
all size cylinders are pressurized to this
How many years is the service life of a scba cylinder?
PS extra cylinder stored on its sides
15 years
Scba hydrostatic test is done, How often?
every 5 years. This info is found on the top of cylinder.
PS a round sticker on side means it was retested at some point
When does the vibralert and hud actuate?
App. 25% of a full cylinder.
they are independently of each other and may not go off at the same time
When do spare scba cylinders get inspected?
Mondays
T/F When depleting a cylinder of air it is ok to leave valve in open position.
False
moisture and contaminants will build up inside
How do u identify a training cylinder?
Blue top or a polymer protective sleeve, not to be used for
firefighting
Can u use a wrench to tighten down on a scba coupling?
Never
What tools do u use to change out an O-Ring on the scba?
1/8 allen wrench
7/16 open end wrench
T/F UAC is for emergency use only?
True
when FF is incapacitated it is used also has a relief valve so not to over pressurize the cylinder
A scba with a missing dust cover, What happens next?
Put it out of service.
PRA is located on the left side of the back frame it reduces the air pressure to ______ psi before entering the regulators low pressure hose.
100
the regulator controls the pressure to slightly above atmospheric in face piece
Scba malfunction in the primary will automatically direct into the secondary, operating pressure is now reduced to ___ psi
150
vibralert will activate
Failure of primary and secondary in open position will activate relief valve in PRA which will discharge all pressure in excess of ____ psi
185
Partially close cylinder.
PS low press hose 100, facepiece slightly above atmospheric,operating press in secondary 150
PRA reduces air to ____ psi.
Primary malfunction to secondary is reduced ___ psi.
Failure of both discharges pressure in excess to ____ psi.
100 150 185 (partial closure of cylinder) Regulator in facepiece to slightly above atmospheric Know this card*
If the scba manual shut off switch is not pressed it will deplete a 45 min cylinder in _____ min?
App 4 minutes
When donning the facepiece and the manual release fails to release, What is the next step?
turn red purge valve (on left) downward 180 degrees to start the flow of air.
Ps if downed member turn purge halfway
Purge valve emergencies. Failure of regulator in closed position ( no air in face). What is next step?
Know this card*
Turn purge counter-clockwise. Now if too much air u keep purge full open and partially close cylinder.
This can be done when severe damage to facepiece also
manual shut off switch fails to release.
Where is the vibralert alarm located?
Within the regulator assembly it gives both audible and vibratory action. Regulator gets 1/4 turn on face piece
Snap lock is on what side of regulator?
right side (D-ring also on right) purge up then rotate clockwise until it snaps into place
Spray bar has how many holes?
9 small holes it helps with condensation.
HUD is located at bottom of facepiece, it has _____ rectangular lights. Then it has 1 ROUND red light to indicate low battery
4
HUD Full cylinder \_\_\_\_\_ lights 3/4 cylinder \_\_\_\_\_\_ light 1/2cylinder\_\_\_\_\_\_ light 1/4 cylinder \_\_\_\_\_\_ light
2 green lights glowing near center
1 green light glowing
1 yellow light flashing 1 time a second
1 red light flashing rapidly 10 times a second
HUD how do u know when to change battery?
round low battery indicator at far right will light for 20 sec and will flash slowly at once a second
Facepieces have 3 sizes, small comfort seal x-large What are there colors?
green
black
red
PS 6 comfort seal facepieces are provided for all riding positions.
Units requiring a small or extra large facepiece shall contact, Who?
Their Division
PS when pulling straps on facepiece do bottoms first then tops
Where is the Pak-Alert 7 found?
mounted at the bottom of the scba backframe
There are 2 buddy lights flash green for normal and red is alarm mode.
On the pass alarm there are 2 buttons the
Reset button is what color?
Manual alarm is what color?
reset is yellow it is on the side.
manual is red found on the face.
PS right shoulder strap
T/F On the pass alarm control console if a leak is suspected cover the holes in the back of the console.
False Never
If there is a leak in the hose it is usually minor and will not greatly affect FF breathing. But must leave immediately
Pak-Alert SE 7 will go into Pre-Alarm after ___ sec and go into full alarm ___ sec later.
20
12
PS so full alarm goes off at 32 seconds
Pre alarm to reset hold reset button until 3 chirps
Full alarm cleared by pressing reset button twice
Will the manual alarm on the scba activate even when the scba is not pressurized?
Yes it will
How do u know the batteries are low on the scba?
PS u do not have to leave IDLH for low battery
chirp every 2 seconds and green light on control module will go out.
How do u do a battery test on the scba?
Pressing and holding the reset button on console.
Green light on console good red is bad.
Can u replace batteries on scba while it is pressurized?
Never
When replacing batteries for scba what type of screwdriver?
How many batteries?
What size?
Philips screwdriver
6 batteries
AA (of the same brand)
SCBA’S are inspected 3 times, When?
Immediately after 0900 and 1800 hour roll call
Before the start of MUD
After each use.
U put a SCBA out of service where do u get a spare?
Replace with batt spare.
PS face pieces from division
How many head harness head buttons does the facepiece have?
5 tighten them with thumb or forefinger
What is an indication of cylinder with cracked threads?
BRIGHT silver line along the threads. Do not touch might get splinter.
Scba where do u find the O-ring?
High pressure hose
How do u inspect the low pressure hose foe scba?
check quick disconnect is engaged by tugging on the coupling and HUD plug is properly aligned + fitted into
the mating socket
The scba regulator locking latch has how many screws?
2 and make sure it slides smoothly
The SCBA must be moved every ____ sec to prevent it from going into full alarm>
30 sec
I would of thought 31 because it goes off at 32 but 30 is the answer
How do u check regulator on the scba?
Inhale sharply to start then breathe normal if valve is stuck or fluttering sound is heard put OOS.
Where will most of the SCBA weight be distributed?
waist belt
PS tighten waist belt 1st then tighten shoulder straps 2nd
The facepiece split ring should be hooked over the ____ shoulder strap alligator clip for standby position.
Left
PS swing SCBA over left shoulder
Should shoulder straps be pulled tight onto the body?
No this will transfer weight from waist to shoulders causing fatigue.
To turn on cylinder which way do u turn on scba?
Fully counter- clockwise.
This will trigger 3 things vibralert alarm,pak alert and
5 hud lights
T/F The activation of the vibalert alarm is an indication that the valve is fully open?
False
The handle must be turned until it reaches the open stop position.
T/F U should not let the facepiece hang freely.
False Never let it hang
When donning scba from siting position use both hands on shoulder straps and lean forward.
False
grab hold of the upper part of the left shoulder strap and lean forward.
Scba standby position is split ring on face piece ______ side and is hooked on the _____ shoulder alligator clip.
right
left
T/F Give it 1 chance to free yourself before giving a mayday.
False give the mayday right away. Do not wait!
cancel the mayday after u get yourself free
Your scba gets tangled in the rear, What method do u use to free yourself?
Quick release escape
remember to release both straps + with left hand grasp left shoulder strap high, slip right arm through strap +unbuckle waist, turn to left 180 degrees left hand does not let go, do sweep with right hand. Redon waist straps then shoulder
Keep cutting tool in which pocket?
right pocket of bunker coat
What maneuver do u use for low clearance?
Low Profile. loosen both straps use left hand as high as high possible, right arm through shoulder strap, unclip waist, swing scba over left shoulder to front of body, lay scba assembly DOWN on cylinder and push ahead.
What maneuver do u use if it is difficult to get past an obstacle?
Reduced Profile. extend right strap,slip right arm out do not unbuckle waist, right grabs waist+left grabs bumper+twist scba to far left as necessary to get past+use right as guide
What maneuver do u use to get past a narrow opening?
Swim Move. Put RIGHT knee,shoulder and head through studs. Then bring the left side.
What do u do with a damaged facepiece after u tried covering it with 1 hand and leak still can not be controlled?
Cover as much as possible
Press manual shut off after each breath.
If damage to big to allow reg shut-off to release use
purge in the ON-OFF.
Notify officer then leave(no mention of partial cylinder)