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1
Q

2 safety issues to check before opening engine compartment?

A

Shut down engine

Enough clearance

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2
Q

Key thing to remember when inspecting ARFF apparatus?

A

Be systematic

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3
Q

When performing the hand line nozzle test you may discharge foam for how long?

A

30 seconds

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4
Q

To accurately perform foam solution-concentration test you must obtain refractive index readings from what?

A

Water, foam solution, foam concentrate

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5
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Obtaining a sample foam that is typical of that applied to the burning fuel surface under anticipated fire conditions.. what kind of test?

A

Expansion and drainage test

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6
Q

Fuel, oil and mileage records should be updated how often?

A

IAW local jurisdiction

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7
Q

3 items that should be included in weekly fire apparatus record

A

Foam transfer pump
Pump pressure control
Intake strainers

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8
Q

What is important when parking near railroad tracks?

A

Do not park on opposite side of incident

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9
Q

When determine response route what should you take into account?

A

Height, weight and width restrictions

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10
Q

2 true statements about aircraft on an airfield?

A

Military aircraft includes all types used by armed forces

General aviation aircraft are used for pleasure and training

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11
Q

Alternating red/green light means?

A

Proceed with caution

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12
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3 things to demonstrate when doing ARFF performance test

A

Maintain safe speed

Maintain safe distance

Maintain control

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13
Q

Before driving on a runway do what?

A

Contact control tower

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14
Q

Use automotive controls and gauges to do what?

A

Operate ARFF apparatus safely

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15
Q

3 Steps to successfully complete defensive driving straight line and stopping procedures

A

Smooth safe stop

Forward/reverse without weaving

Accelerate through gear smoothly

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16
Q

To successfully complete the diminished clearance exercise you must do what?

A

Steer apparatus in a straight line both forward and in reverse without touching markers

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17
Q

How many spotters are needed when traveling in reverse on the serpentine exercise

A

1

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18
Q

3 true statements about dry chemicals

A

Useful on running fuel fires and 3D fires

Not effective for preventing flashback

Usually applied in hand lines

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19
Q

Ramp temperature at an airport is how much higher than ambient air temperature?

A

25-45 degrees

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20
Q

Halogenated agents are what?

A

Nonconductive

Noncorrosive

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21
Q

2 types of low energy foam proportions systems in ARFF apparatus

A

Direct injection

Balanced pressure

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22
Q

3 types of low energy foam proportioning systems

A

Direct injection
Balanced pressure
In-line eductor

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23
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What device is used to extinguish a peripheral fire after rescue operations are complete

A

Hand line

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24
Q

Device designed to attack fires at the base of the flames

A

Extendable turret

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25
Q

To ensure that auxiliary agents do not become packed and unusable you must?

A

Thoroughly flush system after each use

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26
Q

Foam application method for an ignited pool of liquid located on open ground is what?

A

Roll on method

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27
Q

What kind of inspection checks the winterization system, CTIS and public address system?

A

In cab inspection

28
Q

During a drainage and expansion test you should note the level of accumulated solution in the cylinder how often?

A

Every 30 seconds

29
Q

What is true when positioning the turret for a turret ground pattern test?

A

Tilt nozzles upward to form a 30 degree angle with horizontal

30
Q

3 common requirements to follow when operating ARFF apparatus

A

Fire dept regulations

NFPA requirements

Local/state/federal law

31
Q

Color commonly used for hold position markings and taxiways is what?

A

Yellow

32
Q

Two true statements about response in rural areas

A

Less traffic but faster traffic

Check side streets/roads

33
Q

3 Steph to take when performing the alley dock test

A

Use side mirrors

Make sure you can see spotters

Activate turn signal before backing up

34
Q

Expansion rate of foam refers to what?

A

Volume of foam when aerated

35
Q

Type of aircraft fuel that has highest flash point and slowest flame spread rate

A

Kerosene

36
Q

Type of auxiliary agent used for class D fires only

A

Dry powder

37
Q

Class B foam is usually mixed in what proportion?

A

1-6%

38
Q

Phase of fire control when personnel extinguish spot fires?

A

Extinguishment and overhaul

39
Q

ARFF personnel must sound the proper withdrawal signal when?

A

Munitions have become involved in Fire

40
Q

3 controls used to operate the bumper turret ?

A

Oscillation control

Control handle

Discharge pattern control

41
Q

Agent delivery device most commonly found on ARFF apparatus is what?

A

Turret

42
Q

Purpose of the manifold on the center console is to

A

Regulate the air pressure in the crew members SCBA mask

43
Q

CTIS can be used when apparatus is what?

A

Moving or stationary

44
Q

3 things to check before conducting foam solution-concentration test, turret ground test, and expansion/drainage test?

A

Piping systems have been flushed

Pressure and flow characteristics of each outlet

Apparatus water/foam system is operational

45
Q

When performing turret ground test pattern disregard any foam that is less than?

A

1/2” deep

46
Q

Handline nozzles should be placed at what degree during test?

A

30 degrees

47
Q

Items inspected on a periodic basis are performed how often?

A

4-12 month basis

48
Q

2 defensive driving exercises performed during practical?

A

Straight line driving and stopping

Lane changing

49
Q

Dispersed patterns produce what kind of particles ?

A

Small particles excellent for absorbing heat

50
Q

3 methods used to resupply foam

A

Filling from 5gallon

Transferring from tender

Overhead gravity

51
Q

Maximum distance in which you can see an obstruction and safely stop apparatus in time

A

Sight of control

52
Q

How do you steer the apparatus during finished clearance exercise?

A

Both forward and reverse without touching markers

53
Q

What method of foam proportioning uses an eductor to draft foam concentrate into water system?

A

Induction

54
Q

Steep grade is defined as what degree elevation?

A

30

55
Q

2 procedures to successfully complete diminishing clearance exercise

A

Maintain visual on spotter

Judge space necessary to clear both horizontal and vertical clearances

56
Q

Application rate of class B foam is given in?

A

GPM per SQFT

57
Q

Primary extinguishing agents are used for what?

A

Complete knockdown of fires

58
Q

3 advantages of balanced pressure foam systems

A

No water intake pressure limit

Various % of foam can be discharge from different outlets

Water and foam can be simultaneously discharged from different outlets

59
Q

To apply agent at either side of a flaming aircraft you should position the apparatus where?

A

Nose or tail

60
Q

2 guidelines to numbering runways

A

Nearest compass bearing, rounded to nearest tenth

L & R to designate which one is which for the approaching pilot

61
Q

2 true statements about military jet fuel

A

Hypergolic present hazard if inhaled, ingested or absorbed

Civilian aviation fuel has a flash point significantly lower than military jet fuel

62
Q

ILS critical area is what kind of sign?

A

Red background white letters

Mandatory instruction sign

63
Q

During fire fighting ops an ARFF apparatus is typically replenished through?

A

Resupply operations

64
Q

Fire apparatus test record is used how often?

A

Yearly

65
Q

Non aspirating nozzles provide better what? (Than foam aspirating nozzles)

A

Reach and penetration

ARFF (1 decks)

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