Tools Flashcards
Fog nozzle, turn to the (left or right) for straight steam position.
Straight is right
HRN
How many engines to put into service? And what tools?
Do you need to remove the window?
When multiple rooms where do you start?
What engine brings to command post?
How much gpm when 50psi is at nozzle
3 length stretch how much psi at outlet? 4 length stretch?
2 engines to put into service, roll ups, FE tools, standpipe kit, HRN
Most cases you do not need to remove window
5th engine to command post
200-225gpm
3 length is 70psi at outlet, 4 length is 80psi at outlet
*68degree bend
Cockloft nozzle
What is the gpm discharge rate?
Who carries it?
Where does it get deployed from?
How big of a hole is needed?
What is the min height of the cockloft needed?
OST increase the reach of the stream to __ft.
125gpm Carried by squad and divisions Deployed just inside of the apartment 3x3’ hole needed 4”min cockloft OST increase reach to 60ft
A (increased/reducer) is used when the male end is smaller than the female end
Increaser
Multiversal
What is the range?
At what angle is the safety stop?
How far back should the supply lines run straight?
Can be rotated how many degrees when in base?
Ground base max pressure is __psi and __gpm
What pressure at the 3 tips?
When in truck mount it is from 90degrees to 15 degrees below horizontal
Safety stop at 35degrees
Can be rotated 180 degrees when in base
Max pressure is 200psi and 800gpm
1 1/4 tip - 100psi, 1 1/2”tip=70psi, 2”tip= 50psi
Multiversal
How many members to carry?
Do you tie the rope knots first or hook up hose first?
Can you use the gauge on the nozzle as a guide to regulate pressure?
2 to carry
Tie knots first
Yes you can reference the gauge on the nozzle
MET-L and Lith-X extinguishers How far away do you start? How long is discharge time? Covers how many square feet at 1” thick? Which has a yellow label? Which is better at clinging to metals Which is superior on very hot burning metals?
Start 10ft away 30 second discharge time 3 sq/ft at 1” thick Met-L has yellow label Met-L will cling to metals Lith-X superior on very hot burning metals
MEt-L and Lith-x Can they be operated Upside down? Where do you direct the discharge? Should you delay overhaul? How often are they inspected?
NO, hold them upright
Aim at base of fire
Overhaul may have to be delayed up to 30min
Inspected weekly
In-line pressure gauge
What degree is the elbow?
__gpm is an effective flow rate
How long with no flow will it go to sleep? Turn off?
What does a slow lo batt flash mean? rapid flash?
who established a schedule for battery rotation?
How many batteries, when do they get rotated?
45degree bend in elbow
225-250gmp
15min of no flow it goes to sleep, 30min it turns off
Slow “lo batt” 90 min remaining, rapid means 10min remaining.
Company commander determines schedule
4 batteries that get rotated weekly and after use
Water extinguisher (CAN) How much psi? How many gallons? Discharge time? Where do you aim discharge? Do you put your finger over the nozzle at large fires? How often is it hydrostatically tested? OOS gets sent to who?
100psi 2.5 gallons 55sec discharge time Aim at base of fire Finger over nozzle only for small smoldering fires Hydrostatically tested every 5 yrs OOS to tech services
Power saws Can the carbide tip be used on 1-gravel covered roof 2-light sheet metal 3-autobodies 4-security doors 5-locks 6-window bars
Carbide tip good for - gravel and tar covered roof, wood flooring, and light sheet metal
NOT for - auto bodies, security doors, locks, window bars
Power saw
What is the oil to gas mix?
When does carbide tip go out of service? abrasive discs? Diamond blade?
2.6oz to 1 gallon
Carbide tip- when 3 of 12 tips missing or 8 of 24tips missing, blade is cracked, or center hole out of round
Abrasive discs- cracked or badly nicked, center hole out of round, or when diameter is 8” or less
Diamond blade - cracked, chipped, warped, or bent
Power saws
How big is the circle of danger? Who is allowed in?
Can you use the saw from a ladder?
How far apart are your feet?
Diamond blade produces how much less sparks (%), and will outlast (#)abrasive blades. Can it be used to cut wood?
20ft circle of danger Officer, operator, and guide allowed in Can use from a ladder if no alternative 18-20” apart are feet Diamond blade produces 90% less sparks, and outlasts 150 abrasive discs. Can cut wood but not recommended
Power saw
What does 1,2,3 slaps on the back mean?
1- stop
2- cut
3- shut it down
TIC Can it see thru glass, plastic, water? What is the field of view (degrees)? What is the focal point? Is it waterproof? Can the radio cause interference?
Doesn’t see thru glass, plastic, water 50degreee field of view Focal point is 3ft Is not waterproof Radio can cause interference