Volume 3 Flashcards
Triple combination capacities: ______ GPM ___ PSI
1500 @ 150
Aerial ladder trucks: are 100’ & consist of __ or __ sections
3 or 4
Aerial ladder trucks: carry a complement of ground ladders in excess of ___’
200
__ fire boats: always __ short blast of air horn before flowing heavy streams
5
4
LAFD operates (__) helicopters all of which may be used for reconnaissance, water drops, transporting personnel and equipment, laying and picking up hose and as an aerial command post.
6
Crash fire rescue: ______ to ______ gallons of water & ____ gallons of AFFF
3,000 to 4,000
500
CRASH RAPID INTERVENTION VEHICLE (R.I.V.): It carries ____ gallons of pre-mixed AFFF. It has a ____ lb. dry chemical system
1585
700
Foam tender: ___ gallons of AFFF & __ (5) gallon containers of AFFF
300
50
Hazmat & Decon Trailer: decon of ___ firefighters or civilians
150
Helicopter Tenders: from 580 to 2000 gallons of jet fuel & ____ gallon portable pump & reservoirs
1,000
Swift Water Tender: up to __ including drivers
4
Emergency Lighting: ______ watts of lighting & ___’ telescoping boong & 4 roof mounting lights
30,000
25
Rehab Air Tender: __ high pressure compressors to fill SCBA’s
2
Crew bus caries ___ people
14
Air Bag: __ bag system rated at ___ tons
3
56
Air Bag: (2) ___ ton & (1) ___ ton bag compliment
22
12
7 Air Bag System: The ____ ton complimnet
236
7 Air Bag System: is comprised of one each of the following: __, __, __, __, __, __ and __-ton bags.
12
17
22
32
35
44
77
Aluminized Ceramic Blanket: __’ X __’ woven ceramic blanket with an aluminized side that protects or insulates victims from sparks and debris during rescue operations.
6’ X 8’
Pick head axe: cut at a ___° angle
60°
Blowers - __” & __” normally used for positive pressure ventilation
18” & 24”
Brush Hook: __ inches in diameter. Cut the main stem of brush at about a ___°-degree angle.
3
45°
McCloud: sharpen at ___° degree angle
45°
Canteens: __ & __ quart size, when in use refill daily
1 & 2
Claw Tool: __” & __” length size
30” & 42”
Closed-circuit breathing apparatus - bio-pack ___ SCBA
240
Floor Runner: __’ X __’ fold to __’ & rolled
6’ X 18’
3’
Maps: map size, designation (i.e., 400’, 800’ and 1200’) indicate ____ to foot relationship (1 in. on 400’ map = 400 ft. actual).
Inch
Mattress Carriers: ___’ X ___’
6 1/2’ X 9 1/2’
Mechanical Axe: ___’ long with overhand knots every ___” inches below insulator
10’
12”
Redwood plugs tapers to less than ___” for water & gas lines
1/2”
Rescue Air Cushion: can rescue people up to ___’
100’
Rescue Air Cushion: 70’ - __’ X __’ X __’
15’
20’
8’
Rescue Air Cushion: 100’ - __’ X __’ X __’
18’
25’
9’
Rescue Air Cushion: The cushion is inflated by two high volume electric blowers, and can be deployed by a Task Force in __ minutes.
2
Rubber Gauntlet Gloves: tested every ___ days at ______ volts by DWP
60
10,000
Rubbish Carriers: ____’ X ____’ with handles in the corners
4 1/2’ X 4 1/2’
Salvage Covers: waterproof plastic coated nylon or rubber coated cotton duck __’ X __’
12’ X 18’
Chain Saw: __ member operation except when starting
2
Rotary Saw: The K-950 uses four types of blades in two sizes, ___” or ___”
12”
14”
Sprinkler Kit: Sprinkler heads vary in temperature rating-with the average being ___ degrees.
165
Squeegee: ___” curved or ___” straight
36”
24”
Submersible Pump: This unit shall not be operated from a portable generator of less than ______ watts due to starting current requirements.
2,500
Water Vacuum: __ gallons
8
Porter Wire Cutters: cuts up to ___” diameter
3/16”
High Visibility Vest: The High Visibility Vest shall be worn prior to _______ the apparatus anytime a member is actively working on the highway/roadway.
Exiting
Foam Eductors: Light water is a synthetic foam forming liquid designed to be used at a ratio of six (6) parts concentrate to ___ parts fresh or seawater (6% solution).
94
Wagon Battery: spot a sufficient distance away to permit a ___° angle; reach above the __ floor impractical
30°
3
Destributors: revolving type that sprays ___’ in diameter
30’
Destributors: control water at shutoff at __st coupling back of distributor
1
Siphon Ejector: lift of ____’ is possible
50
Water Gun: ___ gallon pressure set to ___ to ___ PSI
2 1/2
90 to 110
CO2 Extinguisher: ____ times heavier than air
1 1/2
CO2 Extinguisher: ____ to ____ PSI
800 to 900
CO2 Extinguisher: NET content of ___ lbs Discharge time is ___ seconds
20
60
CO2 Extinguisher: expands ___ to __
450 to 1
CO2 Extinguisher: used on class __ fires
B
CO2 Extinguisher: safety disc will rupture f temp exceeds ___°
135
CO2 Extinguisher: recharge at ___ lbs or less
15
Dry Chemical Extinguisher: ___ lbs with a ___ second discharge time
20
10
Dry Powder Extinguishers: Combustible Metals Extinguishers used on class __ fires, ___ lbs capacity of powder
D
20
Fittings are identified in order by: Size: female ______-male ______
First
Last
PCT (Pacific Coast Thread) adapter are identified by ______ paint
Yellow
MONITOR DEFIBRILLATOR: LifePack ___
15
Pressure Reducing Valve: This knob controls an indicator bar that is graduated from __ to ____ in ___ psi increments.
0 to 300
20
Pressure Reducing Valve: normally set to ___ lbs
40
Pressure Reducing Valve: oil hole, __ to __ drops of oil
4 to 5
Hazardous Material Gloves: members wear a minimum of __ layers of gloves
3
Hazardous material entry suit: Class __ - encapsulated entry suit
A
Hazardous material entry suit: Class __ - hooded jumpsuit forr minor chemicals & SCBA worn outside
B
Ropes: synthetic fibers ___” to ___” up to ____’ in length
1/4” to 3/4”
300
Main Line: 300’ of ___” static kermantle. White in color with blue & red stripe
1/2”
Main Line: rated at ______ pounds
10,000
Main Line: core carries ___ % of weight
90
Main Line: outer cover (______). Core (______)
Mantle
Kern
Belay line: 300’ ___” static kernmantle & orange in color
1/2
Full Body Harness: class III - __ for the engines __ for the trucks
2
3
__ MM cord rated at ______ lbs
8
3,630
8 MM Cords: (2) ___’ long for load releasing hitches
20
8 MM Cords: (2) __’ accessory (long prusik)
6
8 MM Cords: (2) __’ accessory (short prusik)
5
__ stainless brake bar racks
2
__ “D” shaped carabiners rated at ______ lbs
8
9,000
The webbing used by LAFD is __ inch spiral weaved tubular and folded over flat webbing rated at ______ pounds.
1
4,000
Blue Webbing: __ feet
5
Yellow Webbing: ___’
12
Red Webbing: ___’
20
Multi loop webbing (2) ___ feet long
3
Building A Load Releasing Hitch: ther should be a __ to __ inch space between the carabiners
4 to 5
Building A Load Releasing Hitch: wrap around the line between the carabiners __ to __ times
3 to 6
Anchor Strap: 2” X __’ strap with “D” rings at both ends
7’
Brake Bar Rack: use when repelling over ___’
75
Brake Bar Rack: ______ weight rating with __ aluminum bars
10,000
6
Cliff Pickets: Single picket ___ pounds
700
Cliff Picket: 1-1 _____ pounds
1400
Cliff Pickets: 1-1-1 _____ pounds
1800
Cliff Picket: 2-1 _____ pounds
2000
Cliff Pickets: 3-2-1 _____ pounds
4000
Cliff Picket placement should be punde __ feet into the ground, at ___° angle, away from the object
2
15°
Clean rope & concerns: rope melts at ___°
450
Marking of Rope: ends should be swapped end for end ______ for life of the rope
Annually
Inspection Record Ropes - Log the rope as soon as you receive it, log all training, emergency incidents and monthly checks on form _____
975
Equipment Line: ___’ of ___” double braid rope
150’
5/8”
Equipment Line: ______ lb breaking strength working load _______
13,000
2,600
Halyards: 20’ extensiond ___”
3/8”
Halyards: 35’ extension ___”
5/8”
Dropline: ___’ of ___” dacron braided line with snaps
150’
5/16”
KNOT % OF LOSS: Eye Splice ___%
10
KNOT % OF LOSS: Timber hitch; half hitch ___%
35
KNOT % OF LOSS: Bowline; clove hitch ___%
40
KNOT % OF LOSS: Square knot ___%
50
KNOT % OF LOSS: Overhand knot ___%
55
Coiling Rope For Throwing: coils of __’ in diameter on the ground.
3
Coiling Rope For Throwing: __ to __ coils of ___” placed in the thrower hand on a bite
4 to 5
18”
Hose size: no section used if shorter than ___ feet
40
Change fabric hose every __ calender months or changed within ___ hours when damp or dirty
3
24
Hose change - make F-2 journal entry and F-___ & F-___
122
128
Cleaning Hose: __ to __ % soap solution
5 to 10
Testing: ____ PSI all rubber lined single and double
300
Testing: ___ PSI 1” hose
400
Testing: ____’ max to one outlet
300’
Testing: when complete F-2 and F-___
129
Rolling Hose: 1” hose fold back ___” to ___” from coupling before rolling
18 to 24
Hose line safety: ladder pipe movement limited to ___° in either direction
15°
If it is desired to remove the entire nozzle assembly, __” to ___”, behind the shut-off, bleed the nozzle and remove.
6 to 12
2 1/2” valves over ___ PSI identified by a Red Top
200
________ - used to raise one-member extension ladders from rest position
Curling
As ladder approaches near vertical, base-member spans pivot beam at appox ___ rung level & opposite at approx ___ rung level
3rd
5th
Ladder - number of members on 10, 12, 14, 16 foot?
One Member
Ladder - number of members on 20’ straight & extension & 24’ straight ladder: __
2
Ladder - number of members on 35x - __ members
3
Ladder - number of members on 10, 12, 14 foot roof ladder?
Two Member
Ladder - number of members on 16, 20 foot roof ladder?
Three Members
Inspect Ladders ________ and after _____, & oil locks and pullys as necessary.
Periodically
Use
Minimum of __ coats of clear finish, per Department specifications, should then be applied as a means of preserving the wood and facilitating inspection.
2
Proper climbing angle for ladder is ___%
70
For optimal climbing angle Base of ladder placed at a distance from the building or objective equal to approximately ___ the desired height
1/4
Lifting & Carrying: To clear obstructions at rear, take __ to __ steps lifting ladder to horizontal carrying position.
3 to 4
Grasp ________ rung from hooks with one hand and open the hooks toward ________ SIDE OF BEAMS with other hand. To open hooks, grasp, push and turn.
Second
STRAIGHT
Accordion Fold: with the finish side up, Place outside hand flat on end of cover ___ feet in. Repeat & cover is now ___ of its full width
3
1/4
Accordion Fold: Two members face each other at one end of cover and fold end in approximately __-__ inches.
8-10
SALVAGE COVER One member throw: __ to __ folds, palm down right hand throw
3 to 4
SALVAGE COVER Sealing/Bagging: fold the end edge or side of cover back approximately __ foot
1
Floors: min of __ foot lap up the wall
1
Salvage Covers: remove from apparatus with clean dry covers at least once each __ months or ___ hours when damp or dirty
2
24
Salvage Covers: entries on F-___ (hose & salvage cover record) and F-2 journal
128
Ladder Shoes: Paint with ________ or approved color paint
Aluminum
Chain & Rotary Saw: cleaned after each use. _________, #___ solvent or Diesel Fuel may be used for this purpose. Water shall not be used.
Kerosene
#325
Dry Chem: ___ TO ___ PSI and enter on F-973
125 to 175
Damaged hose shall be clean, dry, rolled, and tied in __ places.
2
Hose Identification: stamp hose near ______ lug to prvent wearing off
Male
Apply the numbers from left to right starting __ inches from the coupling. Use ____” stencils and special paint supplied.
6”
1 1/2”
Hose Tower: hose removed form tower and rolled ______
Weekly
Minimum Helicopter Landing Area: ___ feet for larger helicopters & ___ feet for smaller
100
60
Remain at least ___ feet from helicopter unless otherwise assigned. Landing and takoff should be no greater than 25°
100
Station commander shall not allow apparatus to be taken off duty for more than ___ sconds
60
Acident Packet F-___ & each station have __ extra packets
620
2
Completed forms regardless of damage:
Form General ___ (driver)
Form Gen ___B (witness)
F-___ (investigating officer)
F-___ (station commander)
88
84
150
80
Assist Investigators: make no statement to anyone except investigators - accordance with AB-___
220
Tiller Practice: a minimum of __ training sessions shall be held with the trainee placed in an observer position behind a Firefighter certified to tiller.
3
When pressure washer is used, lube no later than the _____ day
Next
Lube based on ______ miles
Company
Negative impact of power lube equipment (Use power lube equipment with a maximum air pressure of ___ psi.)
60
Lube Products: chevron “______ ______” chassis grease
Black Pearl
Emergency Heavy Apparatus: Lube every ______ miles annualy; if more anual mileage then lube every ______
12,000
Month
Emergency Heavy Apparatus: Less than ______ miles annualy then lube every ______
12,000
2
When To Lube: lube within the first __ weeks of month or day before inspection, whichever comes first
2
Oil Change: every _____ miles. Oil filter changed by S&M at anuall ladder
4,000
Aeria Ladder Lube: minimum every __ months or sooner due to heavy or high use
2
Reserve Aerials:
lubed every __ months
F-377 due every __ months
Change oil every ______ miles
4
2
4,000
Air Breaks: repair for leaks requested if low air warning device operates when apparatus has not run for ___ hours.
12
Station Fuel Tanks: wait ___ for Gasoline use after supply tank is filled
12
Station Fuel Tanks: wait ___ for Diesel use after supply tank is filled
24
Refueling at Stations: keep open flames & heating devices ___ feet from tanks
25’
Small Engines: shall have fuel drained every ___ days
30
Fuel ID Containers: 4-Cycle fuel is painted ______
Red
Fuel ID Containers: 2-Cycle fuel is painted ______
Yellow
2-Cycle fuel shall be mixed ___ to __ and changed every ___ days
50 to 1
30
Volume 3 - With five gallons of gasoline, add ___ ounces of 50-to-1 oil.
16
With one gallon of gasoline, add ___ ounces of 50-to-1 oil.
3
Apparatus Reflective ID:
front & rear - ____”
Side - __”
Top - ____”
7 1/2”
9”
15 3/4”
Community Titles: ____” tall contrasting color on the __” reflective stripe on each side of the apparatus
4 1/2”
6”
When using the Battering Ram, work _________ removing __ brick(s) at a time?
Downward
1
Quartz light are _____ watts per unit?
500
Pneumatic Power Chisel - it will cut through _____ thick mild steel plate, mild steel bolts to ___” in diameter and various thickness of sheet metal.
1 1/4”
3/4”
Rubber Gauntlet Gloves - field tested after each use and __________
Weekly
Salvage Pan Size: _____” X ___” & __” Deep
32 1/2” X 18”
5”
Submersible Pump: has a ____” male hose connections at both ends. A ____” to ____” increaser is provided with a ____” elbow
1 1/2”
1 1/2” to 2 1/2”
2 1/2”
Swift water equipment shall be carried on apparatus when?
Year Round
Dry Chemical is approximately ________ as effective as CO2 on hydrocarbon fires
Twice
Brake Bar Rack - Rescuers have the option as to the number of bars they choose to use. The max would be six, and the minimum should never be less than ___ during any operation.
3
Lifeline rope weighs __ lbs per 100’
7
LRH is designed to act as a _______ ________ when then main line or belay is shock loaded or to ______ _______ through the systems
Shock Absorber
Pass Knots
Equipment Line - its double braid construction has an inner core of braided polyester which carries ___% of the load.
80
Equipment Line - the outer jacket is a multiplex polyester fiber (Dacron) within which ___% of the strands are blue
25%
ROPE APPLICATION - Knots may be tied using any part of the line. For safety, completed knot should have a minimum ___” tail
18
Ladders Aloft - with the rungs down take a wrap around each beam below proper rung; secure bitter end to running line with a bowline knot. (To determine proper rung, divide the length of the ladder by __ and multiply by __)
5
2
Roof Ladder Aloft - wrap around both beams are taken below __ rung form top; secure bitter end to running line with a bowline knot and place a _____ ______ over the open hooks
3
Half Hitch
Joining Two Lines - beckett bend or square knot. A square knot should only be used on lines of equal ______
Size
12’ extension ladder is made of two __’ sections
7
14’ extension ladder are made of two __’ sections
9
20’ extension ladder made of two ___’ sections
12
35’ extension ladders are made of two ___’ sections
20’
Raising 10 & 12’ roof ladder - proceed up ground ladder, place arm between _________ and _______ or more convenient rungs on roof ladder
Second
Third
Raising 16 & 20’ Roof Ladder - top member climbs ground ladder and places arm between ________ & _______ rung; base climbs ground ladder until his head is even with ________ rung below feet of top member & places arm between convenient rungs of roof ladder
Second & Third
Second
___________ __________ - a two member operation used where conditions require the careful placing of a cover to avoid displacing or damaging goods. Counters or tables displaying fragile merchandise are best covered by this method.
Counter Pay-Off
______________ ___________ - used in covering piles of merchandise or objects over which there is plenty of room to float a cover. This method permits the complete covering of materials quickly and effectively if the top of the object or material to be covered is within reach.
Two-Member Balloon
Firefighting Ladders - wood portion - use varnish. ____________ and ___________ type products are not to be used on wooden ladders
Polyurethane
Verathane
Log Books - will not be carried on apparatus, but will be kept in quarters at a place designated by?
Station Commander
__________ is the best method of visual and tactile inspection
Cleaning
What 5 things to do when scheduling apparatus for training?
- Schedule w station commander
- Familiarize with f 620 log book and app procedure
- Perform preventative maintenance before and after
- Clean appar
- Bring Ppe and work uniform
Heavy apparatus has a engine displacement?
456 cubic inches or greater
Pigtail ladder strap dimension is?
1x36”
Uses for chocks?
Prevent app from rolling
Use on physical rescues for shoring
As a doorstop
Position chock next to tire
