Volume 3 Flashcards
1
Q
Triple combination capacities: ______ GPM ___ PSI
A
1500 @ 150
2
Q
Aerial ladder trucks: are 100’ & consist of __ or __ sections
A
3 or 4
3
Q
Aerial ladder trucks: carry a complement of ground ladders in excess of ___’
A
200
4
Q
__ fire boats: always __ short blast of air horn before flowing heavy streams
A
5
4
5
Q
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.
A
6
6
Q
Crash fire rescue: ______ to ______ gallons of water & ____ gallons of AFFF
A
3,000 to 4,000
500
7
Q
CRASH RAPID INTERVENTION VEHICLE (R.I.V.): It carries ____ gallons of pre-mixed AFFF. It has a ____ lb. dry chemical system
A
1585
700
8
Q
Foam tender: ___ gallons of AFFF & __ (5) gallon containers of AFFF
A
300
50
9
Q
Hazmat & Decon Trailer: decon of ___ firefighters or civilians
A
150
10
Q
Helicopter Tenders: from 580 to 2000 gallons of jet fuel & ____ gallon portable pump & reservoirs
A
1,000
11
Q
Swift Water Tender: up to __ including drivers
A
4
12
Q
Emergency Lighting: ______ watts of lighting & ___’ telescoping boong & 4 roof mounting lights
A
30,000
25
13
Q
Rehab Air Tender: __ high pressure compressors to fill SCBA’s
A
2
14
Q
Crew bus caries ___ people
A
14
15
Q
Air Bag: __ bag system rated at ___ tons
A
3
56
16
Q
Air Bag: (2) ___ ton & (1) ___ ton bag compliment
A
22
12
17
Q
7 Air Bag System: The ____ ton complimnet
A
236
18
Q
7 Air Bag System: is comprised of one each of the following: __, __, __, __, __, __ and __-ton bags.
A
12
17
22
32
35
44
77
19
Q
Aluminized Ceramic Blanket: __’ X __’ woven ceramic blanket with an aluminized side that protects or insulates victims from sparks and debris during rescue operations.
A
6’ X 8’
20
Q
Pick head axe: cut at a ___° angle
A
60°
21
Q
Blowers - __” & __” normally used for positive pressure ventilation
A
18” & 24”
22
Q
Brush Hook: __ inches in diameter. Cut the main stem of brush at about a ___°-degree angle.
A
3
45°
23
Q
McCloud: sharpen at ___° degree angle
A
45°
24
Q
Canteens: __ & __ quart size, when in use refill daily
A
1 & 2
25
Claw Tool: __” & __” length size
30” & 42”
26
Closed-circuit breathing apparatus - bio-pack ___ SCBA
240
27
Floor Runner: __’ X __’ fold to __’ & rolled
6’ X 18’
3’
28
Maps: map size, designation (i.e., 400', 800' and 1200') indicate ____ to foot relationship (1 in. on 400' map = 400 ft. actual).
Inch
29
Mattress Carriers: ___’ X ___’
6 1/2’ X 9 1/2’
30
Mechanical Axe: ___’ long with overhand knots every ___” inches below insulator
10’
12”
31
Redwood plugs tapers to less than ___” for water & gas lines
1/2”
32
Rescue Air Cushion: can rescue people up to ___’
100’
33
Rescue Air Cushion: 70’ - __’ X __’ X __’
15’
20’
8’
34
Rescue Air Cushion: 100’ - __’ X __’ X __’
18’
25’
9’
35
Rescue Air Cushion: The cushion is inflated by two high volume electric blowers, and can be deployed by a Task Force in __ minutes.
2
36
Rubber Gauntlet Gloves: tested every ___ days at ______ volts by DWP
60
10,000
37
Rubbish Carriers: ____’ X ____’ with handles in the corners
4 1/2’ X 4 1/2’
38
Salvage Covers: waterproof plastic coated nylon or rubber coated cotton duck __’ X __’
12’ X 18’
39
Chain Saw: __ member operation except when starting
2
40
Rotary Saw: The K-950 uses four types of blades in two sizes, ___” or ___”
12”
14”
41
Sprinkler Kit: Sprinkler heads vary in temperature rating-with the average being ___ degrees.
165
42
Squeegee: ___” curved or ___” straight
36”
24”
43
Submersible Pump: This unit shall not be operated from a portable generator of less than ______ watts due to starting current requirements.
2,500
44
Water Vacuum: __ gallons
8
45
Porter Wire Cutters: cuts up to ___” diameter
3/16”
46
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
47
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
48
Wagon Battery: spot a sufficient distance away to permit a ___° angle; reach above the __ floor impractical
30°
3
49
Destributors: revolving type that sprays ___’ in diameter
30’
50
Destributors: control water at shutoff at __st coupling back of distributor
1
51
Siphon Ejector: lift of ____’ is possible
50
52
Water Gun: ___ gallon pressure set to ___ to ___ PSI
2 1/2
90 to 110
53
CO2 Extinguisher: ____ times heavier than air
1 1/2
54
CO2 Extinguisher: ____ to ____ PSI
800 to 900
55
CO2 Extinguisher: NET content of ___ lbs Discharge time is ___ seconds
20
60
56
CO2 Extinguisher: expands ___ to __
450 to 1
57
CO2 Extinguisher: used on class __ fires
B
58
CO2 Extinguisher: safety disc will rupture f temp exceeds ___°
135
59
CO2 Extinguisher: recharge at ___ lbs or less
15
60
Dry Chemical Extinguisher: ___ lbs with a ___ second discharge time
20
10
61
Dry Powder Extinguishers: Combustible Metals Extinguishers used on class __ fires, ___ lbs capacity of powder
D
20
62
Fittings are identified in order by: Size: female ______-male ______
First
Last
63
PCT (Pacific Coast Thread) adapter are identified by ______ paint
Yellow
64
MONITOR DEFIBRILLATOR: LifePack ___
15
65
Pressure Reducing Valve: This knob controls an indicator bar that is graduated from __ to ____ in ___ psi increments.
0 to 300
20
66
Pressure Reducing Valve: normally set to ___ lbs
40
67
Pressure Reducing Valve: oil hole, __ to __ drops of oil
4 to 5
68
Hazardous Material Gloves: members wear a minimum of __ layers of gloves
3
69
Hazardous material entry suit: Class __ - encapsulated entry suit
A
70
Hazardous material entry suit: Class __ - hooded jumpsuit forr minor chemicals & SCBA worn outside
B
71
Ropes: synthetic fibers ___” to ___” up to ____’ in length
1/4” to 3/4”
300
72
Main Line: 300’ of ___” static kermantle. White in color with blue & red stripe
1/2”
73
Main Line: rated at ______ pounds
10,000
74
Main Line: core carries ___ % of weight
90
75
Main Line: outer cover (______). Core (______)
Mantle
Kern
76
Belay line: 300’ ___” static kernmantle & orange in color
1/2
77
Full Body Harness: class III - __ for the engines __ for the trucks
2
3
78
__ MM cord rated at ______ lbs
8
3,630
79
8 MM Cords: (2) ___’ long for load releasing hitches
20
80
8 MM Cords: (2) __’ accessory (long prusik)
6
81
8 MM Cords: (2) __’ accessory (short prusik)
5
82
__ stainless brake bar racks
2
83
__ “D” shaped carabiners rated at ______ lbs
8
9,000
84
The webbing used by LAFD is __ inch spiral weaved tubular and folded over flat webbing rated at ______ pounds.
1
4,000
85
Blue Webbing: __ feet
5
86
Yellow Webbing: ___’
12
87
Red Webbing: ___’
20
88
Multi loop webbing (2) ___ feet long
3
89
Building A Load Releasing Hitch: ther should be a __ to __ inch space between the carabiners
4 to 5
90
Building A Load Releasing Hitch: wrap around the line between the carabiners __ to __ times
3 to 6
91
Anchor Strap: 2” X __’ strap with “D” rings at both ends
7’
92
Brake Bar Rack: use when repelling over ___’
75
93
Brake Bar Rack: ______ weight rating with __ aluminum bars
10,000
6
94
Cliff Pickets: Single picket ___ pounds
700
95
Cliff Picket: 1-1 _____ pounds
1400
96
Cliff Pickets: 1-1-1 _____ pounds
1800
97
Cliff Picket: 2-1 _____ pounds
2000
98
Cliff Pickets: 3-2-1 _____ pounds
4000
99
Cliff Picket placement should be punde __ feet into the ground, at ___° angle, away from the object
2
15°
100
Clean rope & concerns: rope melts at ___°
450
101
Marking of Rope: ends should be swapped end for end ______ for life of the rope
Annually
102
Inspection Record Ropes - Log the rope as soon as you receive it, log all training, emergency incidents and monthly checks on form _____
975
103
Equipment Line: ___’ of ___” double braid rope
150’
5/8”
104
Equipment Line: ______ lb breaking strength working load _______
13,000
2,600
105
Halyards: 20’ extensiond ___”
3/8”
106
Halyards: 35’ extension ___”
5/8”
107
Dropline: ___’ of ___” dacron braided line with snaps
150’
5/16”
108
KNOT % OF LOSS: Eye Splice ___%
10
109
KNOT % OF LOSS: Timber hitch; half hitch ___%
35
110
KNOT % OF LOSS: Bowline; clove hitch ___%
40
111
KNOT % OF LOSS: Square knot ___%
50
112
KNOT % OF LOSS: Overhand knot ___%
55
113
Coiling Rope For Throwing: coils of __’ in diameter on the ground.
3
114
Coiling Rope For Throwing: __ to __ coils of ___” placed in the thrower hand on a bite
4 to 5
18”
115
Hose size: no section used if shorter than ___ feet
40
116
Change fabric hose every __ calender months or changed within ___ hours when damp or dirty
3
24
117
Hose change - make F-2 journal entry and F-___ & F-___
122
128
118
Cleaning Hose: __ to __ % soap solution
5 to 10
119
Testing: ____ PSI all rubber lined single and double
300
120
Testing: ___ PSI 1” hose
400
121
Testing: ____’ max to one outlet
300’
122
Testing: when complete F-2 and F-___
129
123
Rolling Hose: 1” hose fold back ___” to ___” from coupling before rolling
18 to 24
124
Hose line safety: ladder pipe movement limited to ___° in either direction
15°
125
If it is desired to remove the entire nozzle assembly, __" to ___", behind the shut-off, bleed the nozzle and remove.
6 to 12
126
2 1/2” valves over ___ PSI identified by a Red Top
200
127
________ - used to raise one-member extension ladders from rest position
Curling
128
As ladder approaches near vertical, base-member spans pivot beam at appox ___ rung level & opposite at approx ___ rung level
3rd
5th
129
Ladder - number of members on 10, 12, 14, 16 foot?
One Member
130
Ladder - number of members on 20’ straight & extension & 24’ straight ladder: __
2
131
Ladder - number of members on 35x - __ members
3
132
Ladder - number of members on 10, 12, 14 foot roof ladder?
Two Member
133
Ladder - number of members on 16, 20 foot roof ladder?
Three Members
134
Inspect Ladders ________ and after _____, & oil locks and pullys as necessary.
Periodically
Use
135
Minimum of __ coats of clear finish, per Department specifications, should then be applied as a means of preserving the wood and facilitating inspection.
2
136
Proper climbing angle for ladder is ___%
70
137
For optimal climbing angle Base of ladder placed at a distance from the building or objective equal to approximately ___ the desired height
1/4
138
Lifting & Carrying: To clear obstructions at rear, take __ to __ steps lifting ladder to horizontal carrying position.
3 to 4
139
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
140
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
141
Accordion Fold: Two members face each other at one end of cover and fold end in approximately __-__ inches.
8-10
142
SALVAGE COVER One member throw: __ to __ folds, palm down right hand throw
3 to 4
143
SALVAGE COVER Sealing/Bagging: fold the end edge or side of cover back approximately __ foot
1
144
Floors: min of __ foot lap up the wall
1
145
Salvage Covers: remove from apparatus with clean dry covers at least once each __ months or ___ hours when damp or dirty
2
24
146
Salvage Covers: entries on F-___ (hose & salvage cover record) and F-2 journal
128
147
Ladder Shoes: Paint with ________ or approved color paint
Aluminum
148
Chain & Rotary Saw: cleaned after each use. _________, #___ solvent or Diesel Fuel may be used for this purpose. Water shall not be used.
Kerosene
#325
149
Dry Chem: ___ TO ___ PSI and enter on F-973
125 to 175
150
Damaged hose shall be clean, dry, rolled, and tied in __ places.
2
151
Hose Identification: stamp hose near ______ lug to prvent wearing off
Male
152
Apply the numbers from left to right starting __ inches from the coupling. Use ____" stencils and special paint supplied.
6”
1 1/2”
153
Hose Tower: hose removed form tower and rolled ______
Weekly
154
Minimum Helicopter Landing Area: ___ feet for larger helicopters & ___ feet for smaller
100
60
155
Remain at least ___ feet from helicopter unless otherwise assigned. Landing and takoff should be no greater than 25°
100
156
Station commander shall not allow apparatus to be taken off duty for more than ___ sconds
60
157
Acident Packet F-___ & each station have __ extra packets
620
2
158
Completed forms regardless of damage:
Form General ___ (driver)
Form Gen ___B (witness)
F-___ (investigating officer)
F-___ (station commander)
88
84
150
80
159
Assist Investigators: make no statement to anyone except investigators - accordance with AB-___
220
160
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
161
When pressure washer is used, lube no later than the _____ day
Next
162
Lube based on ______ miles
Company
163
Negative impact of power lube equipment (Use power lube equipment with a maximum air pressure of ___ psi.)
60
164
Lube Products: chevron “______ ______” chassis grease
Black Pearl
165
Emergency Heavy Apparatus: Lube every ______ miles annualy; if more anual mileage then lube every ______
12,000
Month
166
Emergency Heavy Apparatus: Less than ______ miles annualy then lube every ______
12,000
2
167
When To Lube: lube within the first __ weeks of month or day before inspection, whichever comes first
2
168
Oil Change: every _____ miles. Oil filter changed by S&M at anuall ladder
4,000
169
Aeria Ladder Lube: minimum every __ months or sooner due to heavy or high use
2
170
Reserve Aerials:
lubed every __ months
F-377 due every __ months
Change oil every ______ miles
4
2
4,000
171
Air Breaks: repair for leaks requested if low air warning device operates when apparatus has not run for ___ hours.
12
172
Station Fuel Tanks: wait ___ for Gasoline use after supply tank is filled
12
173
Station Fuel Tanks: wait ___ for Diesel use after supply tank is filled
24
174
Refueling at Stations: keep open flames & heating devices ___ feet from tanks
25’
175
Small Engines: shall have fuel drained every ___ days
30
176
Fuel ID Containers: 4-Cycle fuel is painted ______
Red
177
Fuel ID Containers: 2-Cycle fuel is painted ______
Yellow
178
2-Cycle fuel shall be mixed ___ to __ and changed every ___ days
50 to 1
30
179
Volume 3 - With five gallons of gasoline, add ___ ounces of 50-to-1 oil.
16
180
With one gallon of gasoline, add ___ ounces of 50-to-1 oil.
3
181
Apparatus Reflective ID:
front & rear - ____”
Side - __”
Top - ____”
7 1/2”
9”
15 3/4”
182
Community Titles: ____” tall contrasting color on the __” reflective stripe on each side of the apparatus
4 1/2”
6”
183
When using the Battering Ram, work _________ removing __ brick(s) at a time?
Downward
1
184
Quartz light are _____ watts per unit?
500
185
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”
186
Rubber Gauntlet Gloves - field tested after each use and __________
Weekly
187
Salvage Pan Size: _____” X ___” & __” Deep
32 1/2” X 18”
5”
188
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”
189
Swift water equipment shall be carried on apparatus when?
Year Round
190
Dry Chemical is approximately ________ as effective as CO2 on hydrocarbon fires
Twice
191
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
192
Lifeline rope weighs __ lbs per 100’
7
193
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
194
Equipment Line - its double braid construction has an inner core of braided polyester which carries ___% of the load.
80
195
Equipment Line - the outer jacket is a multiplex polyester fiber (Dacron) within which ___% of the strands are blue
25%
196
ROPE APPLICATION - Knots may be tied using any part of the line. For safety, completed knot should have a minimum ___” tail
18
197
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
198
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
199
Joining Two Lines - beckett bend or square knot. A square knot should only be used on lines of equal ______
Size
200
12’ extension ladder is made of two __’ sections
7
201
14’ extension ladder are made of two __’ sections
9
202
20’ extension ladder made of two ___’ sections
12
203
35’ extension ladders are made of two ___’ sections
20’
204
Raising 10 & 12’ roof ladder - proceed up ground ladder, place arm between _________ and _______ or more convenient rungs on roof ladder
Second
Third
205
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
206
___________ __________ - 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
207
______________ ___________ - 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
208
Firefighting Ladders - wood portion - use varnish. ____________ and ___________ type products are not to be used on wooden ladders
Polyurethane
Verathane
209
Log Books - will not be carried on apparatus, but will be kept in quarters at a place designated by?
Station Commander
210
__________ is the best method of visual and tactile inspection
Cleaning
211
What 5 things to do when scheduling apparatus for training?
1. Schedule w station commander
2. Familiarize with f 620 log book and app procedure
3. Perform preventative maintenance before and after
4. Clean appar
5. Bring Ppe and work uniform
212
Heavy apparatus has a engine displacement?
456 cubic inches or greater
213
Pigtail ladder strap dimension is?
1x36”
214
Uses for chocks?
Prevent app from rolling
Use on physical rescues for shoring
As a doorstop
Position chock next to tire
