Training Bulletins 61 - 76 Flashcards
1
Q
TB65 - Vehicle Systems
When the ambulance is out of service for over ______ or the battery charger cannot be plugged in, the________________ shall be turned off to prevent the batteries from being drained.
A
Ten hours
Radio cut off switch
2
Q
TB65 - Vehicle Systems
Diesel engines draw approximately ____ amperes per cubic inch when starting
( a 1990 Detroit Diesel BV 92 Engine with 736 cubic inches takes about _____ amperes to start).
A
Two
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3
Q
TB65 - Vehicle Battery Systems
The batteries are connected in _________ to the rest of the electrical system. This configuration allows the alternator or the on board battery charger to charge all batteries simultaneously. ____ of the six batteries are used to start the apparatus.
A
Parallel
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4
Q
TB65 - Vehicle Battery Systems
All apparatus have been installed with a “low voltage warning system.” An audible warning device activates anytime the batteries fall below ____ volts
A
12.2
5
Q
TB67 Holmatro Rescue Tool
Initial extrication operations will only require use of the first stage pump, which is near _____ psi. When an operation requires stronger tool forces, the second stage will “kick in”
ncrease the hydraulic pressure up to _______psi.
A
3,000
10,500
6
Q
TB67 Holmatro Rescue
There are two shackles provided for the spreader. They are equipped with a “grab hook” used to connect to the ____ rated chain also provided.
A
C-8
7
Q
TB67 Holmatro Rescue
When the trigger is rotated in the _______ direction, the cutter blades will open and when rotated ____________, the blades will close.
A
Clockwise ( Open )
Counterclockwise wise (Close)
8
Q
TB67 Holmatro Rescue
What is the cutting force, opening dimensions and weight of the Cutters model #3020 UL ?
A
63,400 cutting force
5 1/4” opening
27 1/2 lbs
9
Q
TB67 Holmatro Rescue
What are the lengths, forces ( 1st and 2nd ) and weight of the Telescopic Ram Model #3340 ?
A
12” retracted to 23” fully extended
1st stage - 49,210 lbs force
2nd stage - 18,210 lbs force
24 lbs
10
Q
TB67 Holmatro Rescue
Hoses are ____ in length .
The working pressure of the hose is ______ psi with a burst pressure rating of 4 times that or ______ psi
A
32’
10,500 ; 42,000
11
Q
TB67 Holmatro Rescue
On a weekly basis, the power units should be started and run for atleast ______ to ensure smooth operation
A
15 minutes
12
Q
TB67 Holmatro Rescue
Weekly checks for cutters include, hinge bolt nut needs to be checked for tightness. This can be done by hand and if found to be loose, needs to be tightened to ____ foot pounds of torque
A
75
13
Q
TB67 Holmatro Rescue Tool
the 4050 NCT cutters have an opening of
A
7 1/8”
14
Q
TB67 Holmatro Rescue Tool
What is the cutting force, opening dimensions and weight of the #3035 NCT cutter ?
A
57,320 lbs force
5 5/8” opening
33 1/2” lbs
15
Q
TB67 Holmatro Rescue Tool
What is the cutting force, opening dimension and weight of the #4050 NCT cutters ?
A
208,000 lbs force
7 1/8” opening
37 1/2” lbs
16
Q
TB 074 - Search and Rescue Utilizing One-Inch Hose Line
Set up ____ member rescue teams with a minimum of ____ teams (Primary Team #1 and a Back Up Team #2).
A
3
2
17
Q
TB 061 - Scrubber Systems
What are some of the chemicals for which a system might be installed
A
- Corrosives
- Ammonia
- Sulfur Dioxide
- Oxides of Nitrogen
- Acid
- Caustics
- Alcohol Vapors
18
Q
TB 061 - Scrubber Systems
Who inspect these systems ?
A
Air Quality Management Disctrict
19
Q
TB 061 - Scrubber Systems
WATER WASH uses what method for cleaning and used in what type of operations ?
A
A. WATER WASH: particulate absorption , used for spray painting operations
20
Q
TB 061 - Scrubber Systems
FILTRATION , uses what method for cleaning and used in what type of operations ?
A
B. FILTRATION : Charcoal absorption, used for vapor removal
21
Q
TB 061 - Scrubber Systems
CHEMICAL NEUTRALIZATION, uses what method for cleaning and used in what type of operations ?
A
C. CHEMICAL NEUTRALIZATION - Chemical Chambers, used for chlorine leaks etc.
22
Q
TB 061 - Scrubber Systems
THERMAL DESTRUCTION, uses what method for cleaning and used in what type of operations ?
A
D. THERMAL DESTRUCTION- Combustion Chambers used for burning hydrocarbons
23
Q
TB 075 - Bomb Scene Incidents
According to the FBI Bomb Data Center, approximately _____ of all terrorist incidents involve the use of explosives and incendiary agents.
A
70%
24
Q
TB 075 - Bomb Scene Incidents
A perimeter of at least _______ should be established around any suspicious device and no one, including LAFD personnel, should be allowed inside this perimeter.
A
300 feet
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TB 075 - Bomb Scene Incidents
LAFD Arson Unit shall be requested when :
Devices found to be incendiary and NOT explosives
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TB 075 - Bomb Scene Incidents
If the explosion is determined to be intentional, then the Rescue Group will be employed to move all viable patients to a _______________
Casualty Collection Point
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TB 075 - Bomb Scene Incidents
When designating a command post, how many feet minimum from the explosion site ?
1,000 feet
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TB 075 - Bomb Scene Incidents
It is desired that the Bomb Squad conduct explosive clearing activities in the following order:
1. Incident Command Post
2. Resources Staging Areas
3. Patient Treatment Areas
4. Incident Scene
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TB 075 - Bomb Scene Incidents
A general rule for a bomb scene perimeter is to identify the distance of the furthest blast debris from the center of the explosion and create a perimeter that ______ this distance.
Doubles
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TB 075 - Bomb Scene Incidents
Tertiary Explosives are also called :
Blasting Agents
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TB 075 - Bomb Scene Incidents
Low Explosives are also called :
Propellants , deflagrate
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TB 075 - Bomb Scene Incidents
“Deflagrate “ is used to describe the process of combustion that propagates through :
Thermal Conductivity
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TB 075 - Bomb Scene Incident
C-4 and ANFO is as example of a :
High Explosive
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TB 075 - Bomb Scene Incident
When a blast occurs, the pressure from the detonation compresses the surrounding atmosphere. This compressed layer of air can actually become visible as a white, rapidly expanding circle. This is known as :
POSITIVE PRESSURE PHASE
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TB 075 - Bomb Scene Incident
Negative pressure phase lasts _____ times longer than the positive pressure phase and although less powerful, can produce additional damage
3 times
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TB 075 - Bomb Scene Incident
IEDS most commonly consist of FIVE basic components:
• Power Source
• Switch
• Initiator
• Main Charge ( EXPLOSIVE LOAD)
• Container
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TB 075 - Bomb Scene Incident
A perimeter of at least 1,000 feet should be established and no
communication devices (radios, cell phones, or pagers) should be used within _____ of the suspicious device.
200 feet
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TB 032 - Chain Saw
What safety equipment shall be used in conjunction with chain saw operations ?
1. Gloves
2. Goggles
3. Helmet
4. Turnout coat or brush jacket
39
TB 032 - Chain Saw
What are the TWO ways that a chain brake is engaged ?
Manual and Automatic
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TB 032 - Chain Saw
How fast does the chain brake engage ?
1/10 of second
41
TB 032 - Chain Saw
The primary responsibility of the safety person is to:
1. Alert the operator of changing or unsafe conditions
2. Prevent injury
3. Assist operator who is backing up while involved in cutting operations
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TB 032 - Chain Saw
Since a running chain saw creates a serious communication problem, the safety member will have to use _____________ to communicate effectively.
Gestures or body language
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TB 032 - Chain Saw
An effective way for the safety member to remain in contact with the operator is to use an ____________ grip on an axe scabbard belt, B/A frame/webbing, etc.
UNDERHANDED
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TB 032 - Chain Saw
Refueling of chain saws shall be done in _______________.
Well ventilated areas
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TB 032 - Chain Saw
If you have determined that a defensive hole is necessary, remember to _______________
Trade space for time
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TB 032 - Chain Saw
When starting the saw, .If the engine fires but does not continue to run, push choke in _________
Half way
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TB 032 - Chain Saw
Safe depth of cut will depend on how many factors and what are they ?
4 factors
1. Type of construction
2. Thickness of roof covering
3. Thickness of decking
4. Intended operations
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TB 032 - Chain Saw
Manual oilers should be depressed a minimum of once every _________ under light conditions.
10 seconds
49
TB 032 - Chain Saw
When do you replace the chain ?
1. Missing/damaged tips on 3 or more cutters in a row
2. Missing/damaged tips on 6 or more cutters at random
3. Cracked/broken tie straps
4. Dullchain
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TB 032 - Chain Saw
What constitutes a dull chain ?
Radius on the cutting edge is visible to the naked eye
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TB 032 - Chain Saw
During extended cutting operations, when do you check the tension ?
Every few minutes
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TB 069 - Maxi-Force Air Bag System
The dual “ dead man” has a pre-set factory at ?
118 PSI
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TB 069 - Maxi-Force Air Bag System
When attaching the high pressure regulator, adjust the pressure between ?
125-135 PSI
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TB 069 - Maxi-Force Air Bag System
The in-line safety relief valve will relieve is pressure exceeds how many psi ?
135 PSI
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TB 069 - Maxi-Force Air Bag System
Each hose is ____ feet long, with a working pressure of _______
16 feet
250 PSI
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TB 069 - Maxi-Force Air Bag System
Airbag placed on the BOTTOM with plywood placed closer to the object to lift will lift higher than air bag placed at very top directly on the object
True
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TB 069 - Maxi-Force Air Bag System
Never inflate air bags against objects hotter than ______ degree F.
220˚
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TB 069 - Maxi-Force Air Bag System
To leak-test a bag, inflate bag to ____ psi and place bag into water or soap.
30 psi
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TB 069 - Maxi-Force Air Bag System
What are the dimensions of the K-12 airbag ?
What is the max lifting height of K-12 ?
7/8” x 15” x 15”
8 inches ( 3 seconds )
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TB 069 - Maxi-Force Air Bag System
What are the dimensions of the K-22 ?
What is the maximum height of the K-22 ?
7/8” x 20” x 20”
10”
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TB 069 - Maxi-Force Air Bag System
What is the inflation time on the K-12 and K-22 ?
3 seconds and 7 seconds
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3.0 cu.ft and 7.3 cu.ft
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TB67 Holmatro Rescue
Hoses should be cleaned with what ?
Mild soap warm water solution and WD-40 for tar/grease/battery acid
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TB67 Holmatro Rescue
TB67 Holmatro Rescue
What are the lengths, forces ( 1st and 2nd ) and weight of the Telescopic Ram Model #3350?
21" retracted to 50 1/4" fully extended
49,210 lbs ( 1st stage)
18,210 lbs (2nd stage)
37lbs
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TB 073 - Tactical/Operational Considerations for Personnel
When responding to a potential violent scene, when listening to the dispatch , what factors should you consider ?
1. Nature of the call
2. Planning response route
3. Characteristically high-risk scenes
i.e ( assaults, overdoses, shootings )
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TB 073 - Tactical/Operational Considerations for Personnel
The use of apparatus emergency lights on scene will provide maximum visibility to oncoming traffic and may be desirable in certain situations. An alternative may be the use of emergency _____________
4-Way Flashers
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TB 073 - Tactical/Operational Considerations for Personnel
The following negative factors must be considered based on the nature of the incident and the location of the parked apparatus:
- Unnecessary attention from surrounding
community
- Impaired vision to Department members providing
assistance
- Focus fixation ( drivers are drawn to emergency
lights occasionally striking emergency vehicles)
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TB 073 - Tactical/Operational Considerations for Personnel
The best protection against being injured is to _________________________________
Observe good safety procedures and REMAIN ALERT
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TB 073 - Tactical/Operational Considerations for Personnel
While patient care is being administered at an EMS incident a perimeter control should be established. This can be accomplished by cordoning off the scene with __________________
Drop lines or Fire line tape
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TB 073 - Tactical/Operational Considerations for Personnel
If a hostile crowd has gathered and there is a concern for safety of FD personnel what should you consider when loading patient in the ambulance ?
Driving SEVERAL blocks away from the scene prior to providing additional patient care.
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TB 073 - Tactical/Operational Considerations for Personnel
DO NOT APPROACH OR ENTER THE STRUCTURE ALONE. Personnel safety is greatly enhanced by utilizing the "_____________" in all incidents.
Buddy System
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TB 073 - Tactical/Operational Considerations for Personnel
When listening at the door and not knocking , how many second of listening time may provide a good opportunity to evaluate the incident prior to committing yourself ?
10 seconds
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TB 073 - Tactical/Operational Considerations for Personnel
What is considered to be the safest room when treating patients ?
Living rooms
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TB 073 - Tactical/Operational Considerations for Personnel
When using elevators, if the call is violent in nature, consider going to what floor ?
Floor below incident
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TB 073 - Tactical/Operational Considerations for Personnel
When a hostile condition develops and attempting to leave the scene may incite hostility, consider using preplanned " ____________”
Words of warning
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TB 073 - Tactical/Operational Considerations for Personnel
Fire Department needs HELP :
Imminent Danger to FD
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TB 073 - Tactical/Operational Considerations for Personnel
Fire Department needs ASSISTANCE :
Large Hostile crowd and apparent danger to FD or apparatus
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TB 073 - Tactical/Operational Considerations for Personnel
BACK-UP Fire Department :
Belligerent individuals , likelihood of physical altercation
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TB 073 - Tactical/Operational Considerations for Personnel
MEET the Fire Department:
MFC will use this when FD is dispatch to a known “trouble area”
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TB 076 - Company Operations
What NFPA standard sets minimum requirements relating to the organization and deployment of fire suppression operations, emergency medical operations, and special operations to the public ?
This standard also establishes a minimum of four-member engine companies, and a minimum of five-member truck companies
NFPA 1710
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TB 076 - Company Operations
What NFPA standard dictates that fire department SOPs provide for one individual to assume the role of Incident Commander from the start of operations ?
NFPA 1561
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TB 076 - Company Operations
What NFPA standard provides the framework for a fire department’s safety and health program as well as IC to properly document situation and resource status in order to maintain “accountability” ?
NFPA 1500
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TB 076 - Company Operations
With proper use of this IC policy and the utilization of sound judgment in strategy and tactics, company officers should achieve:
- safe and effective incident operations
- clear indication of the identity and location of the
individual having responsibility for command
- development of a simple and flexible command
framework for use in an expanded ICS.
84
TB 076 - Company Operations
The initial IC shall remain in command until the IC is ________, ________ , or ________________ ?
Passed, transferred or the incident is stabilized and IC is terminated
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TB 076 - Company Operations
Following the establishment of command, subsequent arriving resources will stop how far away from the reported address ?
ONE BLOCK away
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TB 076 - Company Operations
Command is transferred in order to ?
Improve the quality of the command organization
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TB 076 - Company Operations
Assumption of command is discretionary for all ranks above ___________.
Battalion Chief
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TB 076 - Company Operations
Transfer of command face-to-face briefing to chief officer shall include minimum :
1. IAP
2. Location and Assignment of resources
3. Specific safety hazards, life and property loss
potential
4. Additional resources needed to complete IAP
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TB 076 - Company Operations
Once the transfer of command to the first chief officer has been accomplished, the officer relieved of command will be retained at the ICP to perform _____________ until released by the IC.
SitStat and ReStat
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TB 076 - Company Operations
Members operating in an IDLH in teams of two or more at emergency incidents shall only communicate with each other through what methods ?
Visual
Audible
Physical
Or a safety guide rope to coordinate activities
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TB 076 - Company Operations
In a high-rise incident, a minimum _____-member initial fire attack team shall ascend to the reported fire floor
Four
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TB 076 - Company Operations
In a high-rise incident, RIC component is normally assigned at ______ ?
Staging
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TB 076 - Company Operations
NO ROOF-CUTTING OPERATION
SHALL BE PERFORMED WITHOUT THE PRESENCE OF A DEDICATED "___________."
Safety Member
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TB 076 - Company Operations
shall place themselves in a position on the roof within _______and ________ range of the members actively involved in the cutting operation.
Visual and audible
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TB 076 - Company Operations
Personnel assigned to an RA that is first-in to a fire, shall:
- give size-up
- request additional resources
- designate staging or base, IF APPROPRIATE
- Report to and transition command to the first-in
officer
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TB 062 - 2-Inch High-Rise Hose System
What size couplings are on the high-rise hose ?
1 1-2”
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TB 062 - 2-Inch High-Rise Hose System
Under pressure, the hose can be bent to within ______ inches before it will kink
12 inches
98
TB 062 - 2-Inch High-Rise Hose System
What is the friction loss when using the 200 GPM Task Force Tip ?
35 PSI per 100 feet of 2” hose
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TB 062 - 2-Inch High-Rise Hose System
What is the primary objective of a company assigned to attack a high-rise fire ?
To get one line into operation
100
TB 062 - 2-Inch High-Rise Hose System
How many and what size ladder straps come on each hose pack ?
FIVE, 2 Foot ladder straps
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TB 062 - 2-Inch High-Rise Hose System
How many ladder straps are on the pig tail ?
TWO
102
TB 062 - 2-Inch High-Rise Hose System
The single later method produces a pack how much taller than the double layer method ?
8 inches taller
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TB 062 - 2-Inch High-Rise Hose System
When assembling the hose pack, place the female coupling of the first section of hose, about how far below the gauge of the bottle ?
10 inches
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TB 062 - 2-Inch High-Rise Hose System
When securing the hose pack, place a strap about how many inches above the bottom of the pack on each side ?
8 inches
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TB 062 - 2-Inch High-Rise Hose System
When complete, packs will weigh how many pounds ?
38 LBS
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TB 062 - 2-Inch High-Rise Hose System
When properly assembled , what are the approximate dimensions of the packs , for single and double layer ?
SINGLE — 40” Tall x 22” Wide
DOUBLE — 32” Tall x 16” Wide
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TB 062 - 2-Inch High-Rise Hose System
When ladder strapping the hose packs, Where are the FOURTH AND FIFTH straps located ?
Convenient locations to keep pack together
108
TB 062 - 2-Inch High-Rise Hose System
When ladder strapping the hose packs, Where is the THIRD strap located ?
Very top, or middle of the pack
109
TB 062 - 2-Inch High-Rise Hose System
What is the friction loss if you need to EXTEND with
1 3/4” hose line ?
50 PSI per 100’
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TB 062 - 2-Inch High-Rise Hose System
What is the friction loss if you need to EXTEND with
1 1/2” hose line ?
130 PSI per 100’
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TB 062 - 2-Inch High-Rise Hose System
With combination standpipes , If the orifice plate has been removed, the outlet should be opened __________________ , then adjusted from there
One and a half turns
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TB 062 - 2-Inch High-Rise Hose System
What is the annual service test pressure for high rise hose ?
300 PSI
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TB 070 - Metro Rail Blue Line
What type of buttons do Emergency Blue Light Stations (BLS’s) to de-energize these lines ?
“ mushroom”
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TB 070 - Metro Rail Blue Line
What sections of the guideway do a vast majority of “ Train versus auto” incidents occur ?
At-grade sections
115
TB 070 - Metro Rail Blue Line
What station sections of the guideway are there NO standpipes installed in the city of Los Angeles ?
At-grade
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TB 070 - Metro Rail Blue Line
Which tunnels are the only ones with AUTOMATIC wet standpipes ?
1st Street and Flower Tunnels
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TB 070 - Metro Rail Blue Line
Hose outlets in tunnels are located between what distances ?
250’ and 300’ apart
118
TB 070 - Metro Rail Blue Line
Lighting is provided with a minimum of ___ minutes of battery backup supplied through an Uninterrupted Power Supply (UPS) inverter.
90
119
TB 070 - Metro Rail Blue Line
Emergency Walkways have a substantially flat surface for passengers and emergency personnel with a width of at least how many inches ?
30”
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TB 070 - Metro Rail Blue Line
Cross passages in the tunnels are located approx how far apart ?
750 feet
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TB 070 - Metro Rail Blue Line
In the “old vehicle,” the panel is normally opened by a Metro Vehicle Operator’s key. Emergency personnel may open this panel without a key, by using an implement such as a ___________
Pen or pencil
122
TB 070 - Metro Rail Blue Line
On the P-2000 vehicle, once the cover plate is opened a red emergency door release handle will be exposed. Lifting the handle will open the adjacent set of passenger doors approx how far ?
2 to 3 inches
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TB 070 - Metro Rail Blue Line
What are the 3 overhead catenary system components ?
1. Messenger wire
2. Hanger
3. Contact wire
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TB 070 - Metro Rail Blue Line
When applying its service braking (non-emergency) system, the train will take approximately ______ to stop from 55 mph.
800’
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TB 076 - Company Operations
the minimum for a rapid intervention crew is:
2 members
126
TB67 Holmatro Rescue Tool
Holmatro Rescue Tool, accessories such as the HR22 Ram Support cutting tips, chain shackles and chains shall be inspected when?
Monthly
127
TB 075 - Bomb Scene Incident
when ordering an evacuation, the ultimate authority resides with which agency?
LAFD and LAPD have concurrent jurisdiction
128
TB65 - Vehicle Systems
The combined use of the 800 MHz Radio, the UHF and VHF Radio, and the MDT units, causes a constant _____ amperes per hour draw on the battery system
8 AMPS
