TOOLS 27 TIC

Question 1

On the TIC there are shades of Black, White and Gray. What do the mean?

Answer 1

Black is least amount of heat
White is most heat
Gray in between

Question 2

What does Changing Thermal Contrast indicate?

Answer 2

That fire is in close proximity

Question 3

What is the best way to use the TIC?

Answer 3

Stay low and slowly scan area

Begin at ceiling and use side to side scanning motion working way down to floor area

Question 4

What are are some limitations of the TIC? 1-5

Answer 4

1. Does Not see through Clear glass or Plastic
2. Shiny surfaces will reflect IR
3. Does Not see through Water
4. Not Intrinsically Safe
5. Radio Transmissions MAY cause malfunction

Question 5

What is the field of view on TIC ? What is good focal point for TIC

Answer 5

Field of View is 50 degrees
Optimal viewing is about 3’ anything inside 3’ will be blurry, to prevent this Scan area before advancing or entering
SEC 4.5

Question 6

The following companies are equipped with TICs and shall carry and operate them at
structural fires and applicable emergencies;

Answer 6

• Ladder Companies
• Rescue Companies
• Squad Companies
• Haz-Mat Company 1
Sec 1.4

Question 7

Functional Check, Inspection and Maintenance of the TIC shall be made:

Answer 7

• Immediately after the 0900 and 1800 hour roll calls
• After each use
Sec 5.1

Question 8

Notify Technical Services for further instructions on replacement or pick-up when:

Answer 8

• The TIC does not meet the inspection as described or does not operate properly.
• Battery chargers or other components are defective.
• Battery operational/charging time is not consistent with TB TOOLS 27
Sec 5.5.1

Question 9

What other colors may be seen when using the TIC ?

Answer 9

Some TICs in service also associate colors such as RED or ORANGE with specific
temperature ranges.
Sec 2.4