Vol. 3 6/3 - SCBA Flashcards
What are the straps on the warrior harness made out of?
Kevlar
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).
left
The backpack is designed to transfer ___% of the load to hips for less shoulder fatigue.
60%
The backpack harness and cylinder weigh approximately _____ lbs.
30.25 lbs
The Battery Pack located on the right lower side of the harness uses ___ Duracell “__” size batteries. These batteries power all electronics except for the ___.
4 “C” size
V.A.S.
What color LED’s located on the PASS device and Backpack indicates battery status?
Amber
LED flash every ____ seconds indicates good battery.
LED flash every ___ seconds indicates adequate battery charge.
No LED flashing indicates a dead battery.
10 sec
2 sec
The RIC / Universal Air connection (UAC) is located on the _____ lower side of backpack.
left
What can you use to remove the slotted battery cap?
1.
2.
3.
- Coin
- Large flat blade screwdriver
- Male end of the waist strap buckle
When replacing batteries, screw the cap down until the _____ light on the battery status indicator on the _____ transducer module begins to flash.
amber
HUD
The Warrior SCBA is designed to allow full freedom of motion when ________, _________ and _________, etc.
bending, stooping, and crawling
The air cylinder utilizes an ________ composite, _________ ________ construction, overwrapped with a __________ epoxy matrix.and has a maximum working pressure of ______ psi.
aluminum
carbon fiber
fiberglass
4500 psi
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.
1,000 psi
0 to 6,000 psi
A cylinder that is full (bottle range _____-______ psi) is identified on the gauge in _______.
4,000 - 5,000 psi
green
The 45 min bottle contains ______ cubic ft. of air.
The 60 min bottle contains ______ cubic ft. of air.
65.6 cubic ft.
87 cubic ft.
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.
40 liters
The air cylinder is hydrostatically tested every __ years. Once tested, the vendor places a decal on the cylinder identifying the ____ and ______ of the test.
5 years
year and month
The department designator for newer bottles is “____” imprinted on the ___ in. luminescent band.
LFD
2 in.
The first stage regulator lowers cylinder air pressure to a nominal ____ psi.
115 psi
The Relief Valve on the first stage regulator activates to protect the system when the regulator pressure exceeds ____ to ____ psi.
200 to 225 psi
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.
“warbling”
thermal
The Low Pressure audible alarm activates at _____ to _____. The audible alarm will continue to sound until the air pressure drops below ____ psi.
1,035 to 1,215 psi
200 psi
The HUD display consists of ___ green LEDs, representing: Full, ___, ____ and ____.
Four
3/4, 1/2, 1/4
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.
50%
flash
20 sec
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
1/4 or 25%
red
The 1/4 LED will turn ___ and begin to flash between _____and _____ psi.
red
1,035 to 1,215
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.
10%
200 psi
off
zero
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.
red
1/4
There are 3 battery status indicator AMBER LEDs on the Sperian Warrior SCBA:
- ______ on the ________ ________
- ___________ on the ______ _______
- ________ ________
- HUD on the Bottom Right
- Backpack on the Top Left
- PASS device
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.
10 seconds
Battery Status:
The HUD LED is located on the bottom right side. It will illuminate amber continuously indicating ____ battery.
Low
The Backpack and PASS amber LEDs flashes every ____ seconds to indicate a low battery condition, and will cease flashing altogether to indicate a _____ battery.
2 seconds
dead
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.
cylinder
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.
green
1 to 2
slow
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.
20 sec
5 sec
30 to 45 sec
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.
red
95 decibels
97 and 103
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.
39 in
Left
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
higher
higher
The ______ rubber facepiece has a special wide lip sealing surface and _____ point silicone headstrap harness or nomex headnet harness.
butyl
Five
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.
abrasion
anti fog
Facepiece:
The AIRKLIC is threaded into the nozzle by a ________ mechanism to prevent leakage and provide a secure mount for the second stage regulator.
ratchet
The nozzle houses a removable _____ _____, ________ _________, and __________ valve.
Nose cup
Speaking Diaphragm
Exhalation Valve
VAS:
_____ depression yields push to talk feature or ____ consecutive depressions yields hands free continuous use. Depressing the button ____ additional times will turn unit off.
1 depression
2
2
The VAS has a _____ LED visible from inside when in use. Blinking amber LED indicates low battery. The VAS requires _____ AAA batteries.
red
3 AAA batteries
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.
firefighting
automobile
dumpster
The firefighting hood shall be inspected ______ and after _____ ____. Always make sure a ____ hood is available for use.
daily
each use
dry
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.
warm
Mild
hang
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.
single
15 min
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.
enter
rescue
The escape filter cartridge filters the air in your environment to remove certain contaminates typically produced in ______ or _______ fires.
home
office
The escape filter cartridge is not intended for use in an _________ deficient environment.
oxygen
Do not remove the filter until you are in a _____ environment or another means of fresh air becomes available (buddy breathing, etc.).
safe
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.
F-225
F-80
Practice “re-usable” escape filters are _____ in color and are available for drill purposes from the _______ office.
red
battalion
After use, replace the Regulator in the Holster to prevent compromise of the _____ __________.
Quick Connection
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.
Out of air
During buddy breathing, which member leads toward safe area?
Donor air member
The SCBA shall be inspected for defects _____ and immediately after _____ _____.
daily
each use
The facepiece skirt and headstrap/headnet should be inspected for _____, ________ and __________.
tears
pliability
deterioration
Maintenance:
Examine the facepiece buckles for tears at ____ attachment, proper function, and ensure they are free of _____.
skirt
rust
Low and high pressure hoses: Check the hoses for ______, ______, _______, rust or ________. Check quick-connect couplings for proper function.
holes
cuts
tears
corrosion
Compressed air cylinder: Examine the exterior of the cylinder for nicks, cuts gouges, delamination and _____ ________.
heat damage
Maintenance: Check air pressure indicators on each side of the cylinder valve. The psi should read within _____ lbs of each other.
500 lbs
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.
4000 psi
CHEMICAL
The HUD LED will only illuminate only if the battery is _____.
low
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.
Heat
Release
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.
20 sec
O ring
Facepiece Cleaning:
- Make a cleaning solution of ______ water and a _____ detergent.
- Immerse the facepiece ____ first in the solution until the exhalation valve is covered.
- Agitate the facepiece and gently clean with a _____ _____.
- warm, mild
- top
- soft brush
Facepiece Cleaning:
- 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.
hypochlorite
2 tablespoons
2 to 3 min
Facepiece Cleaning:
- Allow the facepiece to ____ dry. _____ air may be used to speed up drying.
- Hold the facepiece firmly against your face and _____ several times to ensure that the exhalation valve functions smoothly.
- drip, warm
7. exhale
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.
contamination
submersed
2nd stage regulator Cleaning:
- Make a cleaning solution of warm water and a mild detergent.
- Have a bucket of _____ water available for rinsing.
- Install the second stage cleaning ____.
- With the regulator facing _________, clean the exterior surfaces with a soft brush.
- fresh
- cap
- downward
2nd stage regulator Cleaning:
- 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.
- Using a _____, ____-free cloth, clean the interior of the outlet tube.
- exterior, bypass
6. damp, lint-free
Back Pack Cleaning:
With the second stage regulator mounted in the holster, rinse off the backpack under ____ water pressure, as needed.
low
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.
side
bypass
No breathing apparatus offers complete protection in atmospheres containing gases such as:
1.
2.
3.
- Hydrocyanic Acid
- Hydrogen Cyanide
- Methyl Bromide
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.
1,800 liters
40 liters per min
100 liters per min
18 min
The Rapid Intervention Company SCBA Kit consists of ___ components.
8 componentss
RIC Kit contains a first stage pressure reducer with ___ ft. of intermediate pressure hose.
10 ft.
The backpack has three integrated carrying handles with carabiner attachment points rated at ______ lbs.
1,000 lbs
