SOG Section 13 Driving Flashcards

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13-04 EMERGENCY VEHICLE OPERATIONS

Who has the sole responsibility of the safety of personnel and the apparatus?

A

the driver

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13-04 EMERGENCY VEHICLE OPERATIONS

How should an orient itself when driving on a four lane road?

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should occupy both lanes in the direction of travel

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13-04 EMERGENCY VEHICLE OPERATIONS

Where possible where should an apparatus be driven?

A

in the left lane where possible

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13-04 EMERGENCY VEHICLE OPERATIONS

At what setting should the jacobs brake be when the apparatus is in motion?

A

High setting

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13-04 EMERGENCY VEHICLE OPERATIONS

When should the jacobs brake not be in the high setting

A

icy/slippery conditions

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13-04 EMERGENCY VEHICLE OPERATIONS

When traveling in the oncoming lane what side of the late should the apparatus stay on?

A

As far right as possible

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13-04 EMERGENCY VEHICLE OPERATIONS

When should spotters be used moving forwards?

A

Turns with restrictive side clearances and where height clearances are uncertain

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13-04 EMERGENCY VEHICLE OPERATIONS

Procedure for crossing an intersection on a green signal?(4)

A
  1. Slow down
  2. take foot off accelerator and cover the brake pedal
  3. look in all three directions and be aware of oncoming vehicles turning in front of the apparatus
  4. proceed with caution
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13-04 EMERGENCY VEHICLE OPERATIONS

Procedure for crossing an intersection on a red signal or stop sign?(4)

A
  1. com to a complete stop
  2. establish eye contact with drivers of other vehicles
  3. wait for captain to communicate it is all clear
  4. apply a two second count and then proceed with caution
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13-04 EMERGENCY VEHICLE OPERATIONS

Procedure for making right or left turns in front of stopped vehicles? (5)

A
  1. come to a complete stop next to vehicle
  2. establish eye contact with side vehicle drivers either through your captain or yourself
  3. wait fir you captain to indicate their side is clear
  4. be aware of vehicles approaching the apparatus from behind
  5. proceed with caution
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13-04 EMERGENCY VEHICLE OPERATIONS

When are emergency lights to be shut off?

A

When the emergency is over and the apparatus is ready to leave the scene

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13-04 EMERGENCY VEHICLE OPERATIONS

When backing up when should emergency lights be used

A

in congested areas, backing up onto streets, and backing up off a street into the hall

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13
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13-04 EMERGENCY VEHICLE OPERATIONS

How many spotters should be used when backing up and where should they be positioned

A

2 spotters - one at the left rear corner and one at the front right corner

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13-04 EMERGENCY VEHICLE OPERATIONS

How far back from the apparatus should the rear spotter be?

A

8-10 feet

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13-04 EMERGENCY VEHICLE OPERATIONS

Personnel acting as spotters shall ensure? (7)

A
  1. they survey the right side, rear area and overhead for obsticals
  2. placed eight to ten feet feet to the left rear of the apparatus
  3. driver can see and hear you
  4. maintain eye contact with the driver
  5. direct the driver with approved hand signals
  6. allow extra room for the swing factor
  7. the apparatus is not backed in close to any stationary objects
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13-04 EMERGENCY VEHICLE OPERATIONS

Procedure for backing a truck into station?(5)

A
  1. stop the apparatus about 3 meters form the bay door
  2. spotter observes the crew member hooking up the exhaust extractor is clear spotter will indicate for the truck to continue to back up
  3. when muffler is inside the station enough to hookup the spotter will stop the truck
  4. attack the exhaust extractor
  5. spotter will back motion to back the truck up until it is in desired position
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17
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13-04 EMERGENCY VEHICLE OPERATIONS

Proper sequence for shutting down an apparatus?

A
  1. all light and accessories shall be in the off position
  2. ensure air tanks are full
  3. shot down engine
  4. turn battery to off positioin
  5. connect station power
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18
Q

13-09 TRAFFIC CONTROL

Safe working zone

A

an are where rescue, extrication or firefighting activities may take place

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19
Q

13-09 TRAFFIC CONTROL

What direction should front wheels be turned when parked on a road way?

A

The front wheels should be turned to direct the apparatus off the road if hit from behind

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20
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13-09 TRAFFIC CONTROL

When are reflective vest not required to be worn by personnel?

A

when working in or involved in the safe working zone

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21
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13-09 TRAFFIC CONTROL

It is unsafe to put out traffic cones on roads with what speed limit?

A

90km/h or greater

22
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13-09 TRAFFIC CONTROL

How should cones be spaced

A

No more than 3 meters apart, and should start before the blocker vehicle and extend beyond the incident

23
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13-11 ELEVATING DEVICE OPERATIONS

Fall arrest

A

safety system comprised of a safety harness and lanyard. platforms shall be equipped with such systems

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Q

13-11 ELEVATING DEVICE OPERATIONS

Fall restraint

A

safety system comprised of a safety belt. aerials shall be equipped with such systems

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13-11 ELEVATING DEVICE OPERATIONS

Fall protection

A

safety system comprised of either fall arrest or fall restraint

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13-11 ELEVATING DEVICE OPERATIONS

When positioning an apparatus consideration shall be given to?(14)

A
  1. required operations
  2. placement near a corner of the structure
  3. overhead obstructions
  4. space for deployment of all outriggers
  5. exclusion zones
  6. level area
  7. hot asphalt that may be unstable
  8. soft earth/ground erosion caused by hydrant supply hose run-off or rain
  9. frozen ground thawing caused by apparatus head
  10. retaining wall heights
  11. open construction areas
  12. underground parking ramps and/or garages
  13. manhole covers
  14. curbs
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Q

13-11 ELEVATING DEVICE OPERATIONS

Elevating devices may be controlled for what four locations? (4)

A
  1. turntable
  2. side mount
  3. rear mount
  4. platform
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Q

13-11 ELEVATING DEVICE OPERATIONS

When an elevating apparatus is not clear of body components how many spotters are needed?

A

2 - midship spotter and elevating spotter

29
Q

13-11 ELEVATING DEVICE OPERATIONS

What must be done if there is potential for heat damage to an elevating platform?

A

A water curtain must be set up.

30
Q

13-11 ELEVATING DEVICE OPERATIONS

How many drivers are required for operating a platform device during fire operations

A

2 - one for the pump panel, one on the turntable

31
Q

13-11 ELEVATING DEVICE OPERATIONS

How do personnel connect to the on board breathing air?

A

Using their buddy breathing quick connect

32
Q

13-11 ELEVATING DEVICE OPERATIONS

When does the low breathing air alarm go off?

A

when the pressure is at 20%

33
Q

13-11 ELEVATING DEVICE OPERATIONS

A minimum of how many drivers are required for waterway operations?

A

2 - one for the pump panel, one to operate the elevating device

34
Q

13-11 ELEVATING DEVICE OPERATIONS

What is a safe working distance between a master stream and all personnel?

A

10 meters

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Q

13-11 ELEVATING DEVICE OPERATIONS

What needs to be established when a master stream is directed at any structure?

A

an exclusion zone

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Q

13-11 ELEVATING DEVICE OPERATIONS

When shall elevating devices not be elevated?(2)

A
  1. wind conditions in excess of 55 kph

2. lightning storms in the area

37
Q

13-11 ELEVATING DEVICE OPERATIONS

How much downward pressure should be exerted on a ladder when bedding it and whyÉ

A

1000 psi - 1200 psi.

This is so the ladder doesn’t bounce when driving

38
Q

13-11 ELEVATING DEVICE OPERATIONS

When performing a rescue how should the ladder approach the people being rescued?

A

from above

39
Q

13-13 EMERGENCY APPARATUS EQUIPMENT AND STATION INSPECTIONS

When noting defects/missing equipment the driver shall?(5)

A
  1. report the problem to the apparatus captain
  2. record it in the daily inspection report (part A)
  3. record the information on the station white board
  4. properly tag equipment to be sent for repair
  5. relay information to the next shift coming on duty
40
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13-13 EMERGENCY APPARATUS EQUIPMENT AND STATION INSPECTIONS

When an apparatus is out of service due to lack of manpower who is responsible for filling out the daily inspection?

A

the driver of the in service apparatus will document the the second apparatus as out of service in the out of service apparatus daily inspection report

41
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13-13 EMERGENCY APPARATUS EQUIPMENT AND STATION INSPECTIONS

what are the current crew desicnations

A

Crew 1 (formerly hydrant), crew 2 ( formerly nozzle), crew 3 (formerly spare),

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13-13 EMERGENCY APPARATUS EQUIPMENT AND STATION INSPECTIONS

When apparatus crew are noting defects/missing equipment personnel shall?(5)

A
  1. report the problem to apparatus captain
  2. report the problem to apparatus driver
  3. record the information on the station white board
  4. properly tag equipment to be sent for repair
  5. relay information to next shift coming on duty.
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13-13 EMERGENCY APPARATUS EQUIPMENT AND STATION INSPECTIONS

What are the captains duties?(7)

A
  1. report urgent/unsafe related problems to the DC and A&M
  2. fill out their section of the daily inspection report (part B)
  3. Ensure all missing/defective equipment is in reported in the portal
  4. ensure all apparatus have been inspected
  5. ensure apparatus with major defects are taken out of service
  6. ensure completed daily/weekly (Sunday), monthly (on the 1st of the month) inspections are submitted electronically on the portal
  7. station duties indicated on the daily report are completed
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13-13 EMERGENCY APPARATUS EQUIPMENT AND STATION INSPECTIONS

DC duties

A

Inspect all reports on the the days they are to be submitted.

45
Q

13-14 WATER TANKER INSPECTIONS, OPERATIONS AND SHUTTLES

What are cautionary speed signs to considered as for the tanker

A

They are to be considered as max speeds

46
Q

13-14 WATER TANKER INSPECTIONS, OPERATIONS AND SHUTTLES

What is the responsibility of the the water supply office?

A

control the movement of tankers and keep personnel clear of dumping operations

47
Q

13-14 WATER TANKER INSPECTIONS, OPERATIONS AND SHUTTLES

If drafting from a static source what should be considered?

A

Wearing a PFD

48
Q

13-14 WATER TANKER INSPECTIONS, OPERATIONS AND SHUTTLES

When a tanker shuttle is set up in Brampton how many tankers need to be called from CFES?

A

Minimum 4

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13-14 WATER TANKER INSPECTIONS, OPERATIONS AND SHUTTLES

What tankers from CFES are called for incidents west of highway 410?

A

T307, T304, T305, T309

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13-14 WATER TANKER INSPECTIONS, OPERATIONS AND SHUTTLES

What tankers from CFES are called for incidents east of highway 410?

A

T307, T302, T303, T306

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13-14 WATER TANKER INSPECTIONS, OPERATIONS AND SHUTTLES

Who manages the ware tanker shuttle?

A

CFES personnel

52
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13-14 WATER TANKER INSPECTIONS, OPERATIONS AND SHUTTLES

Who shall be assigned water sector officer?

A

A CFES officer