Truck Book 1 Flashcards
When using the acronym SLICERS what does the L Stand for?
Locate the Fire
P. 30
What is the minimum distance that shall be maintained between the aerial device and wires at all times?
10 Feet
P. 19
Priority positioning for a tower ladder for a strip shopping center fire is where?
Side Alpha
P. 25
What is the minimum staffing for truck companies in Northern Virginia?
An officer, Driver, and one firefighter.
P. 31
The factors that influence strategy are the incident priorities often expressed in what acronym?
LIP
P. 32
Knox Box Systems, Supra Key Systems, and Lock-Box Systems are all examples of what?
Rapid key entry systems
P. 36
When should truck companies shut off gas and electric on a fire ground?
As soon as possible
P. 37
What should be considered to penetrate a deep-seated fire during overhaul operations?
Class A or Class B foam at 1%
P. 40
The minimum size wood for support members in conventional wood roof construction is?
2”x 6”
P. 42
A wood framed structure is an example of what type of building construction?
Type V
P. 45
What is an example of a Type IV Building construction
Heavy Timber
P. 54
What are the 2 major concerns with green roofs on a structure?
The added Dead weight and impact of vertical ventilation
P. 68
When firefighters create openings, or break windows, to gain access from the exterior position to carry out a primary search in a high-risk area of the structure
Vent for search
P. 4
How many feet is the optimal setback for using a tower ladder for ground / below grade operations?
30 feet
P. 13
What is the collapse zone for a building that is 100 feet in height?
150 feet
P. 19
What is the highest Tactical priority on a fire ground?
Life safety
Members should not be on the roof structure where fire is suspected or confirmed in the truss area without __________ ?
Being Independetly Supported
P. 43
Traditional lumber joist fail at _______ time frame, while engineered floor joists when exposed to fire fail at_______ time frame.
16 minutes / 6 minutes
P. 44
What is the tool of choice for rapid vertical ventilation?
Chain Saw
Bridge truss roofs are primarily used on what type of buildings?
Commercial and Warehouse
P. 58
The area around a building ,at least one and one half times the height of the building involved is know as what?
Collapse Zone
P. 19
What is the term used for controlled removal of smoke and heat in concert with the engine company getting water on the seat of the fire?
Coordinated Ventilation
P. 2
A small cut used to determine conditions under the roof
Inspection Cut
P. 2
What does the acronym L.I.P. Stand for ?
Life Safety,Incident Stabilization,Property Conservation
P. 3/ 32
When approaching the incident scene the truck company should proceed deliberately,keeping in mind the need to spot the ___________
Turntable
P.11
When a specific target has been identified of the Arieal or the platform,how should the turntable be positioned
In-line of the target
P. 12
Optimally,Towers should be able to do what with their bucket in front of a fire building?
Place their bucket on the ground or below grade in front of the fire building
P. 13
Lateral grades of up to what percentage can be corrected using the stabilizers
5-6%
P. 16
On rear mount aerial devices, backing in and placing the turntable closest to the building will often do what ?
Increase scrub area,allow for maximum extension of the ladder
P. 18
When is it acceptable for the truck company to operate inside the collapse zone
Master Stream operations ,to perform a victim rescue
P. 19
The truck company can concentrate a weight of more then 40,000 lbs on the spot where it contacts the pavement ,exceeding 400psi of force. By using Jack plates, the weight and psi on a single outrigger can be reduced to what?
25,000 lbs/35 psi or less
P. 20
Jack Plates should be ________ over the outriggers
Centered
P. 21
The first due truck on a high rise should park on side “________” unless the fire location can be readily identified
Alpha
P. 26
What is the safest location the truck company can position should a collapse occur?
On the corners of the building
P. 26
During advanced fires at an outdoor self storage facility, the truck company should consider positioning where?
In a Parallel alley
P. 28
Where is the best place to remove smoldering materials to in a high rise for wet down
Balcony of the fire unit
P. 40
According to ASTME-119 how long does it take a engineered floor joist to fail under fire load
6 minutes
P. 44
While using a rotary disk saw to vent a concrete roof ,you notice PVC bits being discharged from the saw,what is this a good sign of?
You have begun to cut into the tensioning cable and cutting should stoped
P. 50
In tilt up construction the roof is supported by tilt up walls and connected with metal connectors,what happens when the connectors absorb heat and fail?
Entire roof and connected walls may fail catastrophically
P. 52
The use of a 2.5” or 3” hose up the aerial to severe as a water source to deploy a handline is what tactic?
Flying Standpipe
P. 2
The acronym SLICERS stands for what?
Size up, Locate fire, Identify the flow path, Cool the space, extinguish the fire, rescue, salvage
P. 4/ 30,31
Typically the second due truck will report to?
floor above the fire floor
P. 9
The first due truck should position on what side of the structure?
Where the fire is located
P. 11
If the aerial will be used the ____ will scan the scene for obstructions?
Driver and OIC
P. 13
With uneven terrain, such as lateral grades, it is preferred to position an aerial ladder by?
Pulling past and operating of the rear
P. 16
On a rear mount aerial what will often increase scrub area?
Placement of turntable closest to building
P. 18
The use of a jack plate can reduce the weight to a single outrigger to?
25,000 lbs. or less than 35 lbs. per square inch
P. 20
Truck Companies reporting to the rear of strip center buildings must be aware of?
low wires
P. 25
It is common with aerial units to use ___________in the rear of strip shopping centers?
ground ladders
P. 25
If heavy fire conditions are encountered requiring either offensive exterior of defensive operation the IC should use, what?
Tower ladder on side alpha for mobile ground-level with heavy caliber streams
During storage facility unit fires aerial units should place the master strean over?
the exposure
The exterior truck crew is responsible for… What?
Ventilation
Most fire scene damage is cuase by?
actions after the fire is knocked down
Light wood construction is typically
use is typically 2x3 or 2x4
What does the “I” stand for in the acronym SLICERS?
Identify flow path
When second-due truck opposite side positioning is not possible, what is the next option for positioning?
Front bumper to bumper in front with first-due truck
What two circumstances may truck be allowed to operate within the collapse zone?
Master streams and perform victim rescue
The use of a jack plate can reduce an outrigger’s concentrated weight on the surface from 40,000 lbs. and 400 lbs./square inch to how much?
25,000 lbs. and 35 lbs./square inch
In the tactical acronym RECEO, what is the first “E” stand for?
Exposure
What is the highest tactical priority?
Life Safety
In tests it was shown that engineered floor joists failed in how many minutes compared to traditional lumber joists which failed in 16 minutes?
6 minutes
Type III construction is also know as what?
Ordinary construction
Of all the concrete roofing systems, which one has the greatest resistance to fire?
Flat concrete roof/pre-cast or poured-in-place with concrete columns
Type IV – Heavy Timber is moderately resistant to fire but what will happen if exposed to fire for an extended period of time?
Collapse catastrophically
When a bowstring truss roof collapses what happens to the walls and the roof?
Walls typically fall outward and the roof pancake collapses to the floor
What type of green roof system has a growth system of less than 6”; vegetation consists of low-growth plants such as grasses and moss; minimal care and maintenance is needed with this system; most common type of green roofing system?
Extensive roof systems
What type of power system converts sunlight to energy?
Photovoltaic system (PV)
An elevated master stream flows water in excess of what GPM?
350 GPM
What side of the truck is use of the aerial allowed if short jacked?
Non-short jacked side
The________ is the portion of the building that can be reached by the tip of the aerial or the bucket of the tower.
Scrub area
What would be the collapse zone for a building that is 150 feet?
225 feet
Sections of concrete breaking and popping off is called _________.
Spalling
A __________ is an architectural projection, similar to a dormer, giving ascetics to the structure, but increase the dead load on the roof.
Cross gable roof
The _______ on the bottom chord of the truss is very susceptible to failure, any insult could cause the roof to collapse.
Gusset plate
What type of roof are used in manufacturing type commercial buildings that provide natural light to the areas below due to the presence of glass in the walls?
Sawtooth roof
What type of roof system has eight inches or more of a growth solid?
Intensive Roof Systems
What are the two categories of solar panel systems?
Thermal solar panel and Photovoltaic solar panel
Where should the first due truck position?
the side of the structure where the fire is
When can a truck company operate within the collapse zone?
when master streams are performed or victim rescue
Where is the safest location to park in =case of a collapse?
corner of the building
What does the “I” in SLICE-RS stand for?
Identify the flow path
What is used for the tactical descision model?
SLICE-RS
What is the minimum staffing for a truck company in Northern VA?
officer, driver and one firefighter
What does the “P” stand for in LIP?
Property conservation
Where do grease fireers often extend to?
upwards into the roof
Where should the first due truck position on a structure
where the fire is
The horizontal distance from the building to the turntable is called
Setback
The portion of the building that can be reached by the tip of the aerial or bucket is known as?
Scrub Area
The minimum distance an aerial device needs to be from electrical lines?
10 Ft
Unable to fully deploy and aerial outriggers is called
Short jacked
On a strip shopping center fire what aerial device gets the position on side ALpha of the building?
Tower Ladder
Where should an aerial apparatus be positioned for a storage facility fire?
Down a parallel alley
All ventilation needs to be coordinated with?
Suppression Activites
Tactics are described as?
The operation of the incident
Truck position by a driver needs to allow for easy and quick deployment of?
Ground Ladders
A green building may have one of three types of roof system
Extnsive roof, Intensive roof, Simple Intensive roof
The best means for accessing a roof of a building with a facade?
The rear of the building
The presence of a turnbuckle is a good indicator for what type of roof?
Bowstring
What type of roof is made of concrete poured over pre-tensioned cables?
Lightweight pre-cast concrete roof
The use of dimensional lumber in roof construction is known as?
Convetional roof Construction
The perfered method on entering building in all cases is by means of
Rapid entry key system
What is the general plan or course of action called in an incident
Strategy
The strength of the entire truss system is dependent on?
Each component
What is the minimum distance needed to protect an aerial device from power lines?
10 ft
What does the “O” in RECEO-VS mean?
Overhaul
What does the “C” in SLICERS means?
Cool the space from safest location
Elevated master streams flow excess of what amount when deployed?
350gpm
Gable style roof rafters are typically how far apart?
16-24 inches
What is the horizontal distance from the building to turntable known as?
Setback
What is collapse zone for a 100ft building?
150
Where does a truck park on a highrise fire with unknown fire location?
Side slpha
What is the general plan or course of action decided upon to reach the objective?
Strategy
What must be coordinated with the fire attack?
Ventilation
Which type of construction uses dimensional lumber that relies on its mass for strength?
Conventional wood construction
Which roofing system can present similar void spaces to a cape cod style roof?
Gambrel roof
Which roofing system is an architectural projection, similar to a dormer, giving ascetics to the structure, but also an increase on dead load to roof?
Cross gable roof
What roofing system called when it is built up over another roof?
Rain roof
Which green roof power system is generating electricity as long as the sun is shinning and potentially at night as a result of our emergency lights?
Photovoltaic system
What part of the truck should be inline with the intended target?
The turntable
What does “V” in RECEO VS mean?
Ventilation
What is a thorough and deliberate check for fire extension called?
Overhaul
Whats is the collapse zone of a building?
1.5x height
Which acronym is used for the first arriving officer while taking a lap?
SLICERS
The area that an aerial ladder can reach is refered to as?
Scrub
Safest area during a collapse?
Corners
If unkown fire location on a highrise first truck parks?
Side Alpha
On Storage unit fires position trucks where?
In a parrallel alley
What are the operations that accomplish the incident priorities
Tactics
What are the jobs that accomplish tactics?
Tasks
Does the placement of ladders authorize the breaking of windows?
NO
Who ensures proper Salvage is performed to protect property?
OIC
What needs to be done prior to overhaul?
Confirm utilities are controlled
In Conventional Wood Construction what is the minnimum support member size?
2x6”
What is a framed structure consiting of triangles in a single plane?
Truss
Can you be on a roof where fire is suspected with out being supported by a ladder or aerial?
NO
What type of roof construction is vulerable to rapid failure?
Lightweight A frame
What type of arch fails quickest?
Multi section
Arches will fail when what fails first?
Gusset Plate
What is the breaking and popping of concrete called?
Spallding
Elevated master streams are in excess of what gallonage?
350
A numerical measure whereby the rise and the run determine the steepness of the roof.
roof pitch
straight tip aerial ladders are called?
trucks
Aerial ladder with an elevated platform on the end of the ladder are called?
towers
Collapse zone is ___ the height of a building.
1.5
A truck company with its outrigger deployed can concentrate 40000 lbs on the ground exceeding 400 lbs per sq inch. Use of the jack plate decreses the pounds per square inch to under __.
35
Responding trucks to a hi rise fire can be placed at the corners to ensure ___.
Two sided scrub area
Positioning at a ____ provide the safest location in case of collapse.
corner
During advanced fires at self strage facilities consider positioning the aerial down a parellel alley and use the aerial master stream ___ an exposure.
over
In what year did Lloyd Layman publish his book and create the acronym RECEOVS
1953
Personnel should also identify and control outside utilities and, once completed, report this information to ___.
Command
Most damage that is caused after the fire has been knocked down is done so unnecessarily simply because we don’t take the time to _____ properly.
Salvage
Overhaul is a thorough and deliberate check for ______.
fire extension
Overhaul maybe delayed until ___ is complete.
the investigation
During overhaul personnel must wear___.
SCBA
Cold smoke may contain toxic gases and high levels of __.
CO
Modern type of truss connectors are stamped out of aluminum with ___ or less prongs.
three eight
When the second truck cannot access Side Charlie, what is the optimal positioning for the apparatus?
Bumper to bumper for access to ladders
In rescue situations, what might be necessary for a DO to do?
Push through tree branches, limbs, or signs
The distance from the building to the turntable that includes things like parking areas is known as what?
Setback
When operating on a grade, what is the preferred positioning for an aerial apparatus?
Pulling past and operating off the rear
When short jacking an aerial apparatus, which side is the optimal side to operate off of?
The non-short jacked side
What location is the safest to be positioned in the event of a collapse?
The corner of the building
When following the acronym RECEO-VS, what is the act of preventing the fire from extending into an uninvolved structure?
Confinement
What is the first step in RECEO-VS?
Rescue
In the acronym LIP, what does the “I” stand for?
Incident stabilization
P. 32
In RECEO-VS, this step is the thorough and deliberate check for fire extension.
Overhaul
When using Class A or B foam to penetrate deep-seated fire, what concentration should be used?
0.01
Unlike the metal roof deck, this type of roof may give little to no warning before catastrophic failure.
Poured-in-Place Concrete roof
Firefighters should not work directly under heavily involved this type of attic fire.
Cross Gable Roof
What type of roof uses metal tie rods and turnbuckles to provide lateral support for the walls of the building?
Bowstring Truss Roof
Corrugated metal covered by alternating layers of tar and tarpaper is a common decking for what kind of roof?
Flat Roofs
In most instances, when this has been added, vertical ventilation will not be a viable tactic.
Rain Roof
What is one of the major concerns with Green Roof Systems?
The added dead weight of the increased load of soil and vegitation
