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Vol. 3 6/3 - SCBA Flashcards

0
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What are the straps on the warrior harness made out of?

A

Kevlar

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The backpack has three integrated carrying handles with carabiner attachment points rated at ______ lbs.

A

1,000 lbs

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The INTERMEDIATE PRESSURE HOSE is mounted over the ______ shoulder, and includes an electrical/ pneumatic quick connector in line, which allows easy removal of the second stage regulator from the SCBA (only to be used by RescueMaintenance).

A

left

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3
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The backpack is designed to transfer ___% of the load to hips for less shoulder fatigue.

A

60%

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4
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The backpack harness and cylinder weigh approximately _____ lbs.

A

30.25 lbs

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5
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The Battery Pack located on the right lower side of the harness uses ___ Duracell “__” size batteries. These batteries power all electronics except for the ___.

A

4 “C” size

V.A.S.

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6
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What color LED’s located on the PASS device and Backpack indicates battery status?

A

Amber

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7
Q

LED flash every ____ seconds indicates good battery.

LED flash every ___ seconds indicates adequate battery charge.

No LED flashing indicates a dead battery.

A

10 sec

2 sec

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8
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The RIC / Universal Air connection (UAC) is located on the _____ lower side of backpack.

A

left

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9
Q

What can you use to remove the slotted battery cap?

1.
2.
3.

A
  1. Coin
  2. Large flat blade screwdriver
  3. Male end of the waist strap buckle
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10
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When replacing batteries, screw the cap down until the _____ light on the battery status indicator on the _____ transducer module begins to flash.

A

amber

HUD

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11
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The Warrior SCBA is designed to allow full freedom of motion when ________, _________ and _________, etc.

A

bending, stooping, and crawling

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12
Q

The air cylinder utilizes an ________ composite, _________ ________ construction, overwrapped with a __________ epoxy matrix.and has a maximum working pressure of ______ psi.

A

aluminum

carbon fiber

fiberglass

4500 psi

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13
Q

A pressure indicator built into the cylinder valve indicates the pressure of air currently in the cylinder. The gauge is graduated in _____ psi increments ranging from ____ to ______ psi.

A

1,000 psi

0 to 6,000 psi

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14
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A cylinder that is full (bottle range _____-______ psi) is identified on the gauge in _______.

A

4,000 - 5,000 psi

green

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15
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The 45 min bottle contains ______ cubic ft. of air.

The 60 min bottle contains ______ cubic ft. of air.

A

65.6 cubic ft.

87 cubic ft.

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16
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Air supply times of 45 minutes (65.6 cu. ft.) or 60 minutes (87 cu. ft.) are based upon a user rate of ___ liters per minute.

A

40 liters

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17
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The air cylinder is hydrostatically tested every __ years. Once tested, the vendor places a decal on the cylinder identifying the ____ and ______ of the test.

A

5 years

year and month

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18
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The department designator for newer bottles is “____” imprinted on the ___ in. luminescent band.

A

LFD

2 in.

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19
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The first stage regulator lowers cylinder air pressure to a nominal ____ psi.

A

115 psi

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20
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The Relief Valve on the first stage regulator activates to protect the system when the regulator pressure exceeds ____ to ____ psi.

A

200 to 225 psi

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21
Q

The first stage regulator is connected to a low pressure “________” whistle alarm. This alarm is located at the upper left corner of the backpack, protected by an impact and ________ resistant enclosure.

A

“warbling”

thermal

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22
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The Low Pressure audible alarm activates at _____ to _____. The audible alarm will continue to sound until the air pressure drops below ____ psi.

A

1,035 to 1,215 psi

200 psi

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23
Q

The HUD display consists of ___ green LEDs, representing: Full, ___, ____ and ____.

A

Four

3/4, 1/2, 1/4

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24
Q

When the pressure drops below ___% of cylinder capacity, the HUD LED representing 1/2 cylinder capacity starts to ______, and continues to flash for a short time (approximately ___ seconds) before returning to continuously lit.

A

50%

flash

20 sec

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25
Q

When the pressure drops to __/__ or ___% of cylinder capacity, the last green HUD LED turns ___ and begins to flash, thereby giving the user a visual alarm of low pressure in addition to the audible alarm located at he upper left of the backpack

A

1/4 or 25%

red

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26
Q

The 1/4 LED will turn ___ and begin to flash between _____and _____ psi.

A

red

1,035 to 1,215

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27
Q

When the pressure drops to ___% of cylinder capacity, the red LED begins to flash noticeably faster and continues flashing in this manner until air pressure drops below approximately ____ psi, at which time the display will turn ____. No lighted LEDs represents _____ air pressure.

A

10%

200 psi

off

zero

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28
Q

An external ___ LED, mounted on the front of the HUD module, warns others of the user’s low air status by flashing at the same time the __/__ LED is flashing inside the HUD module.

A

red

1/4

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29
Q

There are 3 battery status indicator AMBER LEDs on the Sperian Warrior SCBA:

  1. ______ on the ________ ________
  2. ___________ on the ______ _______
  3. ________ ________
A
  1. HUD on the Bottom Right
  2. Backpack on the Top Left
  3. PASS device
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30
Q

When the SCBA is in storage (the cylinder valve is not opened), the amber LED on the Backpack and PASS device will flash once every ___ seconds to indicate a USABLE battery condition.

A

10 seconds

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31
Q

Battery Status:

The HUD LED is located on the bottom right side. It will illuminate amber continuously indicating ____ battery.

A

Low

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32
Q

The Backpack and PASS amber LEDs flashes every ____ seconds to indicate a low battery condition, and will cease flashing altogether to indicate a _____ battery.

A

2 seconds

dead

33
Q

The PASS contains a luminescent gauge for low light viewing and has an analog readout from empty “E” to full “F” using “ 1/4, 1/2, 3/4, and F”. The PASS device is activated when ________ valve is opened.

A

cylinder

34
Q

Ascending tone and _____ flashing LED lights indicate activation of the PASS. Depress the red “ALARM” button for __ to __ sec. to put into full alert. Two ____ depressions of the yellow “Reset” button on the side of the gauge will shut off the alarm.

A

green

1 to 2

slow

35
Q

PASS Device:
Lack of movement for ___ seconds will activate the staged alarm with LED lights alternating green and red. Volume increases every __ seconds of inactivity with full alarm being reached at ___ to ___ seconds.

A

20 sec

5 sec

30 to 45 sec

36
Q

In full alarm alert the LED lights flash ____ and alarm tones alternate between the front and rear mounted alarm speakers. Minimum requirement is ___ decibels. Warrior provides between ___ and ___ decibels in full alarm.

A

red

95 decibels

97 and 103

37
Q

The buddy breather system consists of ___ in intermediate pressure hose with a “Y” block male and female quick connectfitting. A storage pouch is located on the ___ hip belt.

A

39 in

Left

38
Q

Buddy Breathing System:

When connected, the SCBA with ______ pressure will supply both breathers until the ______ psi bottle is exhausted, then switches to lower psi bottle

A

higher

higher

39
Q

The ______ rubber facepiece has a special wide lip sealing surface and _____ point silicone headstrap harness or nomex headnet harness.

A

butyl

Five

40
Q

The Facepiece lens is treated with an ________ resistant coating on the outside surface of the lens, and a permanent ____ ____ coating on the inside of the lens.

A

abrasion

anti fog

41
Q

Facepiece:

The AIRKLIC is threaded into the nozzle by a ________ mechanism to prevent leakage and provide a secure mount for the second stage regulator.

A

ratchet

42
Q

The nozzle houses a removable _____ _____, ________ _________, and __________ valve.

A

Nose cup

Speaking Diaphragm

Exhalation Valve

43
Q

VAS:

_____ depression yields push to talk feature or ____ consecutive depressions yields hands free continuous use. Depressing the button ____ additional times will turn unit off.

A

1 depression

2

2

44
Q

The VAS has a _____ LED visible from inside when in use. Blinking amber LED indicates low battery. The VAS requires _____ AAA batteries.

A

red

3 AAA batteries

45
Q

All members “shall” pull the hood into proper wearing position when actively engaged in ________ activities, including exposure protection, ventilation operations, _________ fires, ________ fires and any other fire fighting activity where extra protection is required.

A

firefighting

automobile

dumpster

46
Q

The firefighting hood shall be inspected ______ and after _____ ____. Always make sure a ____ hood is available for use.

A

daily

each use

dry

47
Q

After a fire, wash the hood with _____ water and _____ detergent to remove normal accumulation of dirt and fire particles. ______ dry only and do not use bleach.

A

warm

Mild

hang

48
Q

The escape filter cartridge is a ________-use, air-purifying respirator designed toprotect your respiratory system from the effects of smoke and toxic gases(including carbon monoxide) for up to ___ minutes.

A

single

15 min

49
Q

Do not use your escape filter cartridge to ______ emergency situations or to _______ others or recover property or to extend the time in which you remain inside of an emergency situation.

A

enter

rescue

50
Q

The escape filter cartridge filters the air in your environment to remove certain contaminates typically produced in ______ or _______ fires.

A

home

office

51
Q

The escape filter cartridge is not intended for use in an _________ deficient environment.

A

oxygen

52
Q

Do not remove the filter until you are in a _____ environment or another means of fresh air becomes available (buddy breathing, etc.).

A

safe

53
Q

If the filter is deployed, the member must forward an _____ to the Emergency Services Bureau outlining the circumstances requiring its use, with an ____ attached for replacement.

A

F-225

F-80

54
Q

Practice “re-usable” escape filters are _____ in color and are available for drill purposes from the _______ office.

A

red

battalion

55
Q

After use, replace the Regulator in the Holster to prevent compromise of the _____ __________.

A

Quick Connection

56
Q

Member out of air removes buddy breathing hose located in left hip pouch. Donor member removes their. buddy breathing hose and hands it to member out of air. _________ member completes connection of their buddy breathing hose to buddy breathing “Y” block.

A

Out of air

57
Q

During buddy breathing, which member leads toward safe area?

A

Donor air member

58
Q

The SCBA shall be inspected for defects _____ and immediately after _____ _____.

A

daily

each use

59
Q

The facepiece skirt and headstrap/headnet should be inspected for _____, ________ and __________.

A

tears

pliability

deterioration

60
Q

Maintenance:

Examine the facepiece buckles for tears at ____ attachment, proper function, and ensure they are free of _____.

A

skirt

rust

61
Q

Low and high pressure hoses: Check the hoses for ______, ______, _______, rust or ________. Check quick-connect couplings for proper function.

A

holes

cuts

tears

corrosion

62
Q

Compressed air cylinder: Examine the exterior of the cylinder for nicks, cuts gouges, delamination and _____ ________.

A

heat damage

63
Q

Maintenance: Check air pressure indicators on each side of the cylinder valve. The psi should read within _____ lbs of each other.

A

500 lbs

64
Q

If the air cylinder gauge reads less than ______ psi as indicated on the digital pressure readout, replace with a fullycharged cylinder. DO NOT EXPOSE THE FIBERGLASS WRAP TO _________ CONTACT.

A

4000 psi

CHEMICAL

65
Q

The HUD LED will only illuminate only if the battery is _____.

A

low

66
Q

Second stage regulator: Check for ______ damage or cracks to housing or cover. Check knobs and buttons for proper operation. Test ________ buttons for positive lock onto facepiece.

A

Heat

Release

67
Q

Daily Checks:

Check air pressure indicated on pressure gauge for approximately ___ seconds, watching for a drop in PSI. A drop in PSI indicates a leak in the system. The _______ at the regulator and air cylinder connection is the only repair made by non-certified members.

A

20 sec

O ring

68
Q

Facepiece Cleaning:

  1. Make a cleaning solution of ______ water and a _____ detergent.
  2. Immerse the facepiece ____ first in the solution until the exhalation valve is covered.
  3. Agitate the facepiece and gently clean with a _____ _____.
A
  1. warm, mild
  2. top
  3. soft brush
69
Q

Facepiece Cleaning:

  1. Disinfect the facepiece in a warm suitable sanitizing solution, such as a “__________ solution” ( __ tablespoons of chlorine bleach per gallon of water, for ___ to ___ minutes). Rinse thoroughly with fresh warm water.
A

hypochlorite

2 tablespoons

2 to 3 min

70
Q

Facepiece Cleaning:

  1. Allow the facepiece to ____ dry. _____ air may be used to speed up drying.
  2. Hold the facepiece firmly against your face and _____ several times to ensure that the exhalation valve functions smoothly.
A
  1. drip, warm

7. exhale

71
Q

Cleaning of the second stage regulator is critical. After a fire, debris may lodge in the holster and cause ____________ when the regulator is re-holstered. The regulator should be ________ only in extreme cleaning circumstances.

A

contamination

submersed

72
Q

2nd stage regulator Cleaning:

  1. Make a cleaning solution of warm water and a mild detergent.
  2. Have a bucket of _____ water available for rinsing.
  3. Install the second stage cleaning ____.
  4. With the regulator facing _________, clean the exterior surfaces with a soft brush.
A
  1. fresh
  2. cap
  3. downward
73
Q

2nd stage regulator Cleaning:

  1. With the regulator facing downward, immediately rinse the _____ with fresh water. Scrub excess soap away with the brush. Remove the second stage cleaning cap. If water enters the second stage regulator while cleaning, flow the regulator and ______ to expel all moisture.
  2. Using a _____, ____-free cloth, clean the interior of the outlet tube.
A
  1. exterior, bypass

6. damp, lint-free

74
Q

Back Pack Cleaning:

With the second stage regulator mounted in the holster, rinse off the backpack under ____ water pressure, as needed.

A

low

75
Q

If nauseated and you have to vomit, then pull the facepiece to the ____ and vomit. Immediately replace facepiece and open _______ or manual override button to purge toxic air from inside the mask.

A

side

bypass

76
Q

No breathing apparatus offers complete protection in atmospheres containing gases such as:
1.
2.
3.

A
  1. Hydrocyanic Acid
  2. Hydrogen Cyanide
  3. Methyl Bromide
77
Q

When full, the 45-minute air cylinder has ______ liters of air supply. The cylinder is rated 45 minutes based on a user rate of ___ liters per minute. The actual duration of air supply depends on user demands, and will frequently be less. During high demands, it is possible to use _____ liters per minute, reducing cylinder duration to ___ minutes.

A

1,800 liters

40 liters per min

100 liters per min

18 min

78
Q

The Rapid Intervention Company SCBA Kit consists of ___ components.

A

8 componentss

79
Q

RIC Kit contains a first stage pressure reducer with ___ ft. of intermediate pressure hose.

A

10 ft.

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