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Standard Company Operations - Aircraft Operations Flashcards

1
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How far above a roof line should a ladder extend?

A

2’-3’

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2
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Definition of Hazard Zone

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Any area that requires an SCBA, charged hoseline, special protective clothing, or in which firefighting personnel are at risk of becoming lost, trapped or injured by the environment or structure.

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3
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Definition of Warm Zone

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Just outside of the Hazard Zone where the firefighters start their operations on the fireground.

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4
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Definition of Cold Zone

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Outside of the Warm Zone where no one is at risk because of the incident.

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5
Q

How far will a 100’ length of unprotected steel expand when heated to 1100 Fahrenheit?

A

9”

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6
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Three basic information factors

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-Visual -Reconnaissance -Preplanning/familiarity

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7
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4 attributes of Smoke

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-Volume -Velocity -Density -Color

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8
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Structured Risk Management Plan

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-We may risk a lot to protect savable lives. -We may risk a little to protect savable property| -We will risk nothing to save what is already lost.

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9
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Seven Sides of a Fire

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Front, rear, both sides, top, bottom, interior.

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10
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Basic Variables Relating to Attack Operations

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-Location/Position of Attack -Size of Attack -Support functions

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11
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Only reason to operate in a marginal situation

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-Rescue

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12
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GPM master stream guideline for tactical purposes

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750 GPM

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13
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Basic Tactical Priorities

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Rescue, Fire Control, Loss Control

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14
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Benchmarks

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-Rescue: “All Clear” -Fire Control: “Under Control” -Loss Control: “Loss Stopped”

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15
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How far away from buildings should apparatus generally be placed?

A

30’

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16
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On approach, pumpers should try and view how many sides of the structure?

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Three

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17
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Standard for Fire Service Respiratory Protection Training recognizes air consumed after notification of the low air alarm as reserve air and states the following:

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-NFPA 1404 -The individual shall exit from an IDLH atmosphere before consumption of reserve air begins. -The individual shall recognize that the low air alarm notification indicates that the member is consuming reserve air. -Command Officers will order crews out of the structure/IDLH atmosphere when evident that crew members are utilizing reserve air supply

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18
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Active Fire Area is defined as:

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The inner perimeter of the fire ground.

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19
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Minimum space of active fire area

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50’ radius of structure or fire area.

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20
Q

CO audible alarm

A

35ppm

21
Q

OSHA IDLH for CO

A

1,200 ppm

22
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OSHA Permissible Exposure Limit for CO (PEL)

A

35ppm

23
Q

Level I staging goes into effect automatically for all incidents involving how many responding companies?

A

Three or more

24
Q

Who responds directly to the scene for Level I fires and hazmat incidents?

A

First arriving Engine, Ladder, Rescue, & Battalion Commander

25
Q

During major incidents where a Logistics Section is implemented, staging falls under the direction of who?

A

The Logistics Officer

26
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To whom does the Staging Division Supervisor report to?

A

The Operations Chief

27
Q

When do heat stress guidelines go into effect?

A

Whener ambient temperatures exceed 95 F

28
Q

What is the maximum time for cardio activity during heat stress guidelines?

A

30 minutes

29
Q

Minimum amount of water to be consumed during a 24 hour shift

A

64 ounces (two quarts)

30
Q

Who is assigned as rehab group on all incidents involving large life loss or extended rescue operations?

A

New Mexico State Critical Stress Team

31
Q

Rehab Sections:

A

B

C

D

A

A: Entry point. Any member with pulse > 120bpm reports directly to section C

B: Hydration and Replenishment

C: Medical Treatment and Transport. After 20 min pulse > 100, Temp > 101, systolic pressure < 100 will need IV fluids and transport to medical facility

D: Medical Reassignment

32
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Incident Rehabiliation Unit Designations

A

Truck: IR-1

Trailer: IR-2

33
Q

Three types of violent incidents

A
  • Known/potentially violent secured by APD
  • Known/potentially violent not secured by APD
  • Unclassified scene
34
Q

What codes bring APD or BCSO without explanation needed?

A

Emergency Traffic and/or 34 is needed ASAP

35
Q

What phrase is given to the Alarm Room to confirm that members of the crew are ok?

A

“ALL SAFE”

36
Q

How far away should the vehicle be spotted from a residence on a violent scene secured by APD?

A

100’

37
Q

Tier One Response Staging Distances

A

If withone 1 mile of station, stage in house, if not stage 1/2 mile from scene until secured by APD

38
Q

Tier Two Definition

A
  • Act of violence towards firefighters
  • Remainder of work shift has police escort
  • No Code 3 Reponses
  • Resources reassigned to Level II staging area
  • Adjacent stations go into “lockdown” mode
39
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Tier Three Event

A

Initiated when civil disturbances occur over a large area.

40
Q

Who is notified if a situation dicates that a Tier Three response is in order?

A
  • AFD Fire Chief
  • City of Albuquerque Emergency Manager
  • Police Liaison Officer
  • AFD PIO
  • APD Communications
41
Q

Tier Three Parameters

A
  • Perimiter encompasses one or more square miles
  • Command post established well outside perimiter
42
Q

Who should be notified in aircraft emergencies?

A

NTSB (National Transportation Safety Board)

43
Q

How far should you keep away from engine intakes? On larger aircraft?

A
  • 30’ on most aircraft
  • Up to 200’ for large aircraft
44
Q

What angle is used for aircraft fire attack?

A

45 degrees

45
Q

How fast can fire burn through a fuselage?

A

60 seconds

46
Q

What kills most victims in survivable aircraft crashes?

A

Smoke inhalation

47
Q

How far should you keep from propellers?

A

10’

48
Q

Cutting considerations for aircraft fuselage

A
  • Wing can be used as a platform from which to work
  • Best place to cut is around windows, doors, and roof area
  • Hurst tools and pry bars do not work well on aircraft metals
  • If saws are used water or foam will need to be applied to prevent arcing
49
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A

Book 1 (5 decks)

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