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Question 1

What is max angle from vertical when using a BCF extinguisher?

Answer 1

30°

Question 2

What needs to be done with the fire area once extinguished with BCF?

Answer 2

Damp down - BCF not coolant

Question 3

What does an ejected red indicator disc show on a BCF ext?

Answer 3

Trigger has been operated (good ext should have disc in place)

Question 4

Can the axe be used for electrical fires?

Answer 4

Yes - handle is fully insulated

Question 5

How many axes are on board?

Answer 5

2

1. Flight deck
2. Rear galley

Question 6

Where are the L’air liquids stowed?

Answer 6

Flight deck

Question 7

How is the chemical generator in the Drager hood activated?

Answer 7

Pulling the toggle at the base - may detach - this is fine for normal operation

Question 8

What should fall off the Drager smoke hood when it is removed from its packaging?

Answer 8

A clear cover over the visor - remove manually if this does not happen

Question 9

How long does the oxygen in the Drager hood last?

Answer 9

20 mins

Question 10

What colour should the disc on the l’air liquide be?

Answer 10

Green - if red unit is u/s

Question 11

How do you check if Drager hood is serviceable?

Answer 11

Check yellow indicator through viewing indicator intact and visable

Question 12

What is the duration of the oxygen in the l’air liquide?

Answer 12

15 mins

Question 13

What should the torch battery life be?

Answer 13

2 hours

Question 14

What are the 2 uses of portable oxy?

Answer 14

Therapeutic (pax) and walk around (crew)

Question 15

How much time does the portable oxy provide at high?

Answer 15

77 mins

Question 16

How much time does the portable oxy provide at low?

Answer 16

155

Question 17

How is the ELT activated?

Answer 17

1. Immerse in salt water.

2. Release strap holding the antenna then use provided salt bag

Question 18

How low will the ELT last?

Answer 18

1. 24 hours in sat

2. 48 hours in UHF or VHF