Volume 3 Flashcards
PURSUANT TO THE AUTHORITY VESTED IN THE FIRE CHIEF BY THE RULES AND REGULATIONS, THIS DRILL MANUAL IS ESTABLISHED AS A PART OF THE PRACTICES AND PROCEDURES OF THE LOS ANGELES CITY FIRE DEPARTMENT. IT HAS BEEN COMPILED AS ADJUNCT TO THE RULES AND REGULATIONS AND SHALL HAVE ________ AND ______ IN DEPARTMENTAL ADMINISTRATION.
equal force and effect
what is the basic firefighting apparatus.
The triple combination or “TRIPLE”
The term “triple combination” indicates that this apparatus has
water tank, high capacity water pump, hose
LAFD triples have series-parallel main pumps rated at
1500 gum at 150 psi
The water tank carrying capacity is
500 gallons
he aerial ladder truck is assigned to both
Task Force and Light Force stations.
A “Truck” (as it is commonly called) carries ground ladders, specialized tools and equipment used for
rescue, ventilation, forcible entry, salvage, and overhaul operations
LAFD aerial ladders are ___’ in length.
100
hey consist of _____or___sections and are constructed of metal with beams of a truss bridge type construction.
three of four
In addition, trucks carry a complement of ground ladders exceeding ____’ in length.
200 feet
normally comprised of an engine company, a 200 series engine and a truck company
task force
is normally comprised of a Truck company and an engine.
light force
This apparatus (Figure 5) is specially designed to fill a variety of Department needs. It carries personnel and equipment to fulfill firefighting tasks and the handling of hazardous materials.
HAZARDOUS MATERIALS SQUAD
The LAFD operates ____ fireboats which are strategically located in the Harbor area.
5
Fireboats are invaluable in fighting
ship and wharf
Before the heavy streams of a boat are directed toward a fire, ____short blasts are sounded on the air horn.
four
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
Some helicopters have “____” and power hoist capabilities.
night sun
This apparatus is an all-terrain vehicle designed for rescue and extinguishing operations at emergencies involving aircraft.
Crash Fire Rescue Foam
Crash Fire Rescue Foam apparatus carries ____-____ gallons of water and approximately ____ gallons of AFFF (light water).
3000-4000
500
This apparatus (Figure 9) is an all-terrain, self contained vehicle designed for rapid rescue and extinguishing operations at emergencies involving aircraft
CRASH RAPID INTERVENTION VEHICLE (R.I.V.)
CRASH RAPID INTERVENTION VEHICLE (R.I.V.) carries ___ gallons of pre-mixed AFFF. It has a ___lb. dry chemical system on board that is discharged through handlines
1585
700
This apparatus is used in emergency situations to quickly remove passengers from the aircraft, when the aircraft is not located at a gate, or has deployed any of its emergency exiting devices.
STAIR TRANSPORT VEHICLE
Heavy utility apparatus (Figure 2) are designed and equipped to respond to firefighting, physical rescue and overhaul operations.
HEAVY RESCUE
Heavy classified apparatus, designed and equipped to respond to firefighting, physical rescue, trench rescue, high/low angle rescue, and confined space rescue operations.
URBAN SEARCH AND RESCUE
This apparatus (Figure 4) is used at incidents requiring large volumes of AFFF, such as flammable liquid fires, tanker incidents or aircraft accidents.
foam tender
the foam tender carries approximately ____gallons of AFFF in their tanks plus ____-five gallon containers
300
50
This apparatus is used to tow the Decontamination Trailer and supports decontamination operations. Equipment carried includes: decontamination solutions, bladders, sewer hose, pools, towels, paper coveralls, booties and plastic bags for approximately ____ people, and a canopy for the trailer.
Hazardous Materials Support unit
150
Decon Trailer Decon 1 has the capability of decontaminating __ firefighters/civilians at one time. If re-supplied, the decontamination process could continue indefinitely.
150
This apparatus responds to locations where helicopters will be used.They carry from ___ to ____ gallons of jet fuel.
helicopter tender
580-2000
helicopter tenders have portable pumps and reservoirs that have a ____ gallon capacity
1000
These apparatus transports swift water crew and equipment to remote locations. Total capacity is __ including driver.
swift water tender
4
This apparatus is used to provide light and electrical power up to 30,000 watts.
EMERGENCY LIGHTING
Equipment carried on the emergency lighting vehicle includes a __’ telescoping boom connected to a crossbar with ___ lights permanently mounted; ___ roof mounted lights; light cords, extension cords, ___ reels with cords, ___ quartz lamps, and ___ large portable spotlights.
25 8 4 2 3 2
This apparatus is a self-contained, mobile, field commander’s headquarters, which is activated at the discretion of MFC for major incidents, (i.e. brush fires, earthquakes, etc.).
Command Unit
Members whose duties may require them to operate and maintain engine and truck apparatus shall possess a working knowledge of ___ ____ __________ of all such apparatus
driving, pumping, and aerial ladder operation
In addition, members shall be completely familiar with the operation of the apparatus assigned to their station. This includes limitations, restrictions, _____ _____ and proper _______.
Operating procedures
Maintenance
All members shall have a thorough knowledge of the methods used to produce effective _____ ______
Fire streams
Department apparatus is to be used only for official business of the Department. Visitors will be permitted to ride on Department apparatus only when the proper approval is obtained. Which is?
Visitor waiver F-1109
A. Firefighters shall complete a Driver’s Training Program consisting of a written exam administered by the Division Driver Training Coordinator covering modules _ through _ in the Driver’s Training Manual, and Chapters 3, 4 and 22 of the _____. prior to advancement to Firefighter III.
1 through 8
AOTM
Members using off-street parking facilities with any Department vehicle shall park only in areas designated for _____ _____, avoid parking in a cramped or misaligned slot, and use good defensive driving tactics while maneuvering within parking lots.
Public parking
If it becomes necessary to use off-street parking facilities for heavy duty apparatus during non-emergency operations, concerned members shall give consideration to the following: The condition of the ____ on the lot, ______ within the lot, sufficient room for safe maneuvering of apparatus, and any _________ caused to the public.
Paving
Congestion
Inconvenience
Members shall not use Department ______ ______ for visits or business at Fire Department employee service/support organization offices or facilities.
Emergency apparatus
Emergency apparatus includes heavy apparatus, rescue ambulances, and light vehicles equipped with
Emergency light bars
In all cases, members utilizing Department non-emergency vehicles, shall operate and park them in accordance with Department procedures and
Motor vehicle laws
Station Commanders shall not allow apparatus to be taken off duty without first receiving permission from their______ _____ and _____
Battalion commander
Metro
Apparatus is not considered off duty under conditions where response could be made without a delay of more than ___seconds.
60
An accurate, complete and up-to-date record of tires, lubrication, inventory, battery condition, mechanical work done and all other pertinent information concerning the history of the apparatus shall be maintained in the
Service logbook
Changes made to apparatus which cause information in the logbook to become obsolete or in error shall be reported promptly. Officers concerned shall immediately notify _____ and ______ Division, _____ and ______ _____, using the Form F-___.
S&M
Training
Support bureau
F-225
Logbooks will not be carried on apparatus, but will be kept in _____ at a place designated by the ______ Commander.
Quarters
Station
An F-620 packet shall be carried on Department apparatus at all times. Each fire station will have ___ extra packets.
Two
A member using a privately owned vehicle in a manner which may be considered as Department business shall carry ___ of the extra packets.
One
Station Commanders shall request replacement of lost logbooks by submitting an ____
F-225
Reports are required whether apparatus is damaged or not.
These 4 forms are
FG88 (driver)
FG 84B (Witness)
F-150 (investigating officer)
F-80 ( station commander)
Accident procedure:
A. CALL METRO AND PROVIDE THE FOLLOWING:
1. Exact _____ of accident.
2. Shop number, type and _____ of apparatus.
3. Number of _____ no matter how slight. If injury is serious or fatal, call on ______ only. Give names and assignments of injured Department personnel (refer to Vol. 2, 4/6-80.84).
4. Amount of _____.
5. Type of assistance needed.
6. Request ______ ____ to be notified.
7. Request Fire Department _______ officer.
8. Request _____ _____ _____ for all third party accidents.
Location Assignment Injured Land line Damage Commanding officer Investigating Police traffic investigator
Normally apparatus will not be moved until _____ have been taken by Police investigating officers.
Pictures
If an accident occurs during an emergency response and members and apparatus are in a safe condition to proceed, response may be ______. Leave ______ to obtain necessary information and to give assistance. Advise Metro of your action.
Continued
Member
Make no statements either written or verbal to anyone except authorized investigators in accordance with _____ (Firefighter Bill of Rights).
AB-220
The Fire Department investigating officer may, in unusual circumstances, request a Fire Department ______ to respond if additional photographs of the accident would be beneficial for Department training, planning, etc.
Photographer
Apparatus damaged in an accident, other than body or fenders, shall be placed temporarily off-duty pending a thorough examination of any working parts which may have been involved. This examination shall be made by the ______ Commander or a _____ _____.
Company commander
Chief officer
TESTING EQUIPMENT AFTER ACCIDENTS
______ ________ _______ shall send a representative to make a cost estimate of the damage.
Supply and maintenance
Members who are involved in a traffic accident while driving in the course and scope of their employment and who receive communications from the Department of Motor Vehicles regarding that accident (Form __-__) shall not ____ or ____ any form or response.
SR-C1
Complete or sign
Any forms or correspondence from the D.M.V. shall be sent through channels, to the _____ _____ Bureau, for forwarding to the office of the City Attorney.
Emergency services bureau
Members shall not change or alter the arrangements of firefighting equipment on apparatus, nor otherwise rearrange the system in effect without approval of the
Fire chief
Department tools and equipment, i.e., rectifiers, hydraulic hoists, air compressors, etc., shall be used for
Department purposes only
REQUIRED OPERATIONAL CHECKS
The following equipment shall be checked as required. The result of such checks shall be recorded on the F-\_\_\_, Apparatus and Equipment Check Record. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7.
F-973 Portable radios Portable gasoline engines Dry chem extinguishers C02 extinguishers Combustible gas indicators Radiological instruments Rubber gauntlet gloves
DEPARTMENT DRIVER’S TRAINING SPECIALIST
One ______ assigned to the In-Service Training Section shall be designated as the Department Driver’s Training Specialist.
Captain
The In-Service Training Section ______ and _______ ______ shall assist with development and implementation of training programs for the safe operation and driving of Department apparatus.
Engineer
Apparatus operator
_____ _____shall conduct training sessions for the purpose of maintaining proficiency of members under their command in:
Station commanders
When a member is learning to tiller, a minimum of ____ training sessions shall be held with the trainee placed in an observer position behind a Firefighter certified to tiller.
Three
It shall be the ______responsibility to personally ascertain the readiness of a member to progress in the learning phase of driving and tillering in traffic situations.
Captains
While in the observer position, the member shall be secured to the truck by means of a ____ _____
Safety belt
“____” pressure and the member’s ability to handle it shall be taken into consideration before a probationary Firefighter is allowed to tiller.
Extra pressure
Any member who desires to make use of the Department’s fleet of reserve apparatus for training purposes, while off-duty, must be under the _____ _____ of a volunteer member certified on the requested apparatus.
Direct supervision
Each training session shall be limited to ___ hour per member and confined to the first alarm district of the Station where the apparatus is housed.
One
Defects in apparatus will be promptly reported by
All members concerned
DEFECTIVE APPARATUS:
If the defect has not been remedied by the time of platoon change, the _____ _____ concerned shall make a written memorandum concerning the defect and hand it to the oncoming Station Commander, supplemented by any verbal instructions necessary.
Station commander
No other repairs, adjustments or alterations shall be made by company members without authorization from the _____ ____ Division.
S&M
Members shall not paint the ______ of apparatus or any portion thereof, except as noted: Paint may be applied to ____ ____, but only when needed to protect surfaces from ______.
Undercarriage
Bare metal
Corrosion
No spray painting of apparatus is allowed except by _____ & _____ personnel.
S&M
Engine Heaters of apparatus so equipped shall be operated at all times in ____ and in _____.
Quarters
Service
Members shall not apply paint to any part of the apparatus or tools, if such painting might _____ their operation.
Hinder
_____is the best method of visual and tactile inspection
Cleaning
______ ______ are dangerous and can cause an “injection” injury where foreign material is injected under the skin.
Pressure washers
Each station was required to create a ______ ______ ____ ____ (SWPP), and post that plan on the official bulletin board.
Storm water pollution prevention plan
_____Commanders and _____ Commanders should provide ___ time for undercarriage cleaning when possible, and may need to adjust inspection schedules to accommodate cleaning.
Company commanders
Battalion commanders
CAV
