Training Bulletin 21 Ladder Pipe Operation Flashcards
How should the apparatus be jackknifed during ladder pipe operation?
60 degrees away from direction of ladder extension
What is the preferred angle of the aerial during ladderpipe operation?
75 degrees, no more than 80
What is the max aerial extension during ladderpipe operation?
80’
The aerial ladder must be at a minimum of how many degrees prior to flowing water from the ladderpipe?
Minimum 50 degrees
What pressure shall be maintained on the cylinder pressure gauge during ladderpipe operation?
Minimum 100 psi
If control of the aerial ladder is lost during ladderpipe operation, how shall the nozzle be directed?
What position shall the hoist control lever be in?
Straight up
Control lever in neutral
How shall communication with the nozzleman be achieved during ladderpipe operation?
Through the intercom
For an unsupported ladderpipe operation, how many people are allowed on the ladder?
1 member on fly section
How shall hose be laid up the aerial ladder during ladderpipe operation?
Up the center of the rungs. Do not hang hose over the side of the ladder
What protection lines may be used during ladderpipe operation?
11/2 or 13/4 part way up the ladder
21/2 from the ground
If possible protection line should be from a separate water source
On LTI ladders, what shall the Akron turbo spray gpm be limited to during ladderpipe operation?
750 gpm
What tip size should be used when performing ladderpipe?
13/4
When loading hose after a ladderpipe operation, which end of the hose do you start loading first?
The end that connects to the cluster
