Training Bulletins - Tools

Question 0

Radios that chirp have approximately ____ of their full charge battery capacity remaining with battery power just above the power threshold for transmitting a 5 watt emergency alert.

Answer 0

5-10%

Question 1

You must check the Pressurized Water Extinguisher daily and after each use. If the hydrostatic test date is greater than ___ years, the extinguisher must be placed out of service.

Answer 1

5 years

Question 2

Radio Batteries need to be used and charged on a regular basis. If this cycle is disrupted for more than ____, the batteries’ charging capacity will be greatly diminished.

Answer 2

2 WEEKS

Question 3

What is the point of thermal saturation and when does it happen when using the Thermal Imaging Camera (TIC)

Answer 3

The point of thermal saturation occurs when everything in the viewing area is heated to temperatures beyond the capabilities of the (TIC) being used.
Note: Viewing area will lose all contrast and appear whiter and featureless.

Question 4

The cordless re-bar cutter can cut a wrought iron fence up to how many inches in diameter?

Answer 4

5/8”

Question 5

When starting the saw how long should you let it run for?

Answer 5

Allow the saw to run for 10-20 seconds. Then slowly bring up the RPM’s to full throttle and let it run for an additional 10-20 seconds

Question 6

What are the 3 types of blades used on the potable power saws, and what can they be used to cut?

Answer 6

1) carbide tip- will cut through gravel, tar covered roofs, wood flooring, light sheet metal, and similar material.
2) aluminum oxide- various types of steel including auto bodies, metal security doors, metal window bars etc.
3) silicon carbide (painted yellow)- concrete and other masonry materials.

Question 7

T or F

The rabbit tool cannot be used vertically

Answer 7

False
It is designed to be operated in the horizontal position but may be used vertically if the hose is facing down.

T.B. Tools 21 3.4

Question 8

T or F

During extreme emergencies positive pressure fans can be refueled inside only after shutting them down.

Answer 8

False
Fans shall NEVER be refueled inside a structure. It shall be shutdown and moved to an area remote from foot traffic.

T.B. Tools 32 3.5

Question 9

How long should you run the positive pressure fan at MUD?

Answer 9

It should be run at full RPM’s for 5 Minutes

Question 10

What are the specifications for the nylon tubular webbing (i.e. breaking strength, length)?

Answer 10

Specs for nylon tubular webbing:
1” webbing in 20’ lengths
Breaking strength - 4000 lbs.
Knotted breaking strength - 3000 lbs.

Note: only used for dragging, no vertical lifts should be attempted. Also it is inspected monthly and after each use.
(MMID Chap.3 Add. 3)

Question 11

When should you place the portable power saw out of service?

Answer 11

Portable Power saw OOS:
1) if the blade continues to spin at low idle
2) carbide tipped blades have 8 or more tips missing or broken, or worn down to the circumference of the blade.
3)aluminum oxide or silicon blade when
A)cracked or badly nicked
b)center hole wears out of round
c)blade is worn down to 8” diameter or less
(T.B. Tools 9 sec 3.3)