Week 8 Flashcards
If TL apparatus is not level, which jacks and outriggers are lowered first?
Low side first, then the high side until level as possible. TL 6 2.1.4
When lowering outriggers to clear parked cars, when can the guide firefighter leave that position?
When the outrigger is fully lowered on the operators blind side. TL 6 2.1.5
What can be used to judge if a outrigger will clear obstructions?
6 foot hook. TL 6 2.1.7
Who is responsible to verify the placement of all outriggers and jacks prior to raising the boom from the bedded position?
Member operating the TL. TL 6 2.1.9
How many box sections are there within the TL boom assembly?
Four. First is alloyed steel and the three telescope sections are aluminum alloy. TL 6 2.2
What is the floor area of the TL basket?
15 sq/ft. TL 6 2.3
T/F. During TL ops, it is at the discretion of the LCC to staff the pedestal position?
False. During TL ops pedestal must be staffed. TL 6 2.4
The OV informs LCC there is a malfunction in the TL boom movement. What can LCC do to assist in getting the OV away from danger?
In the area at the base of the boom there are three sets of manually operated isolation valves, one pair for each hydraulic circuit. They can be closed leaving other system operable. TL 6 2.4.5-2
T/F The TL intercom system is an open circuit controlled from the basket?
False. Controlled from the pedestal. TL 6 2.5.2.
What is the most effective means of communications between the TL basket and pedestal?
Intercom system. TL 6 2.8.1
What is the reference point used during TL operations?
The pedestal. TL 6 2.8.2
During TL operations, if visibility permits, who should perform delicate operations?
Pedestal man. TL 6. 2.8.4
When is the TL intercom system tested?
Daily and at initial stages of placing TL into operation. TL 6. 2.8.7
Which details can operate on the TL pedestal?
Assigned to TL or QCT. TL 6 2.9.2
If TL basket safety belt is too confining, what is the alternative?
Utilize LSR, 1 foot loop, secure to basket via bowline, hook into harness. TL 6 2.9.3
How can TL be positioned to allow for maximum scrub area?
Angle front end out about 15 degrees from building line. TL 6 3.1.4
T/F Positioning TL perpendicular to a building increases scrub area?
False. Positioning apparatus perpendicular to building will considerably reduce scrub area and should be avoided whenever possible. TL 6 3.1.6
TL Company commanders shall have members trained to do what?
PPSSEC - PTO, Pedestal, Stang, Supply Lines, Emergencies, Controls. TL 6 3.1.12
A properly positioned TL provides wall coverage from grade level or below, up to a maximum basket floor elevation of _____’ at the maximum _______ degree angle.
70’, 75 degree angle. TL 6 3.2.1
The basket while touching a point ______’ horizontally from center of turntable can reach a basket floor elevation of _______’
32’, 65’. TL 6 3.2.2
TL scrub area covers the front of a building ______’ high and _____’, and will cover _______’ frontage on the lower ______ floors of a building.
60’ high, 50’ wide, 100 foot frontage, lower 3 floors. TL 6 3.2.3
TL scrub area is approximately ________’ when center of turntable is ______’ from building wall and cab is at ______ degree angle from building line.
7750, 32’, 15 degree angle away. TL 6 3.2.4
The TL basket can reach points ______’ below grade.
10’. TL 6 3.2.5
How much clearance is needed to drop TL basket below the horizontal with the boom perpendicular to the side of the apparatus?
25’ TL 6 3.2.7
What is the ideal distance to position TL from objectives?
32’ TL 6 3.2.8
While 75’ is the nominal height of TL Basket, the actual working height is little more than ______’ when boom is at max angle of _______ degrees.
70’, 75 degrees. TL 6 3.2.9
T/F When operating the TL at elevated trains and highways, apparatus should be maneuvered so it is parallel to the objective and basket is in line with target.
True. TL 6 3.3.1
Should TL Boom operations be in the uphill or down hill direction?
Up hill. If possible apparatus should be facing down hill. TL 6 3.4.1
For TL operations, grades up to what percent slope can be treated as level ground?
4% TL 6 3.4.5
What is the maximum slope for TL operation?
15%. TL 6 3.4.6
How many feet between the front to rear of apparatus would a 15% slope be?
5 1/2’ front to rear. TL 6 3.4.6
During TL winter operations, booms shall be raised to what angle to drain waterway?
60% angle, also open gated inlets. TL 6 3.5.5
What size portable ladder is the preferred choice for use in the TL basket?
20’ (preferable combination ladder) TL 6 3.6.4
When TL is used for ventilation, what tools go into basket?
Axe, halligan, power saw, 6’ hook, and LSR. TL 6 4.1.2
When operating at a roof of questionable stability, and going to utilize LSR, how big is the loop in bowline?
Bowline with 15’ loop. TL 6 4.1.4
Utilizing the personal harness and LSR while in basket, the intention is to limit travel of operator of tool to a radius of no more than ______’ from the basket.
10’ TL 6 4.1.4
TL Basket: When operating on taxpayers or similar structures with hanging ceilings, what size hook may be used to push down ceilings?
10’ hook. TL 6 4.2.2
When utilizing power saw from basket, is the saw started inside or outside the basket?
Saw is started in basket, held outside until shut off. TL 6 4.3.1 B
When utilizing power saw from basket, in conjunction with LSR, how big is loop of the bowline?
Large enough to reach the edge of the basket platform. TL 6 4.3.1 C
Taxpayers Cellar Fire. First Engine does what?
Stretch into the occupancy above the fire to prevent vertical extension. If staffing and conditions permit stretch line to feed sprinkler system. Taxpayers 7.2.3
Taxpayers Cellar Fire. Second Engine does what?
Assist first engine with initial line. If staffing and conditions permit stretch line to feed sprinkler system. AFTER supplying sprinkler system stretch second line. Taxpayers 7.2.3
Taxpayers Cellar Fire. Third Engine does what?
Ensure sprinkler system is supplied. If second engine assisting with first line stretch second line. Taxpayers 7.2.3
Taxpayers Store Fire. Where do the first two lines go?
Stretched to the store involved. Taxpayers 7.3.1
T/F Taxpayer Store Fire. First line stretched through exit door.
False. Would be a tight point but it states break the store front windows for line advancement and leave the exit doors free for the people to use.
T/F on newer types of taxpayers there may be vents or signs attached to the front of the building covering openings into the cockloft.
False. These are on older buildings, streams can be operated into these openings to effect extinguishment.
Taxpayer Store Fire. First engine does what?
Stretch the first line into the involved store. If staffing and conditions permit supply sprinkler system. Taxpayers 7.3.5
Taxpayer Store Fire. Second engine does what?
Assist first engine with initial line. If staffing and conditions permit supply sprinkler system. Taxpayers 7.3.5
Taxpayer Store Fire. Third engine does what?
Ensure sprinkler system is supplied. Stretch line and operate as ordered by IC. Taxpayers 7.3.5
Taxpayer Cockloft Fire. First engine does what?
If critical need for exposure protection, position engine to utilize deckpipe. Stretch handline into most seriously exposed occupancy depending on life hazard.
If exposures not immediate problem, first line stretched into the store under the main body of fire. Taxpayers 7.3.5 B
Taxpayer Cockloft Fire. Second engine does what?
Fire has control of cockloft, need for exposure protection is great assist with initial line.
If staffing and conditions permit stretch line into another seriously exposed occupancy . Might be advisable to skip stores. Taxpayers 7.3.5 B
Taxpayer Cockloft Fire. Third engine does what?
Ensure sprinkler system is supplied. Stretch line and operate as ordered by IC. Taxpayers 7.3.5 B
When positioning TL basket at street level for use into taxpayers, how far off the ground should the basket be?
1-2’ above street level. Taxpayers 8.1.20
Taxpayer Cellar Fire. Which unit is responsible to shut down utilities?
First Ladder to arrive. Taxpayers 8.2.2
Taxpayer Store/Cockloft fire. What needs to be in place before show windows are vented?
Charged line. Only when authorized by IC. Taxpayers 8.3.2
Truck companies, other than the first or second to arrive on the initial alarm, shall report in with what?
10 and 12’ hooks in addition to their normal tool complement. Taxpayers 8.4.3
Taxpayers Store/Cockloft fire. Tool assignment First Roof FF.
Saw and Hook. Taxpayers 8.4.3 C
Taxpayers Store/Cockloft fire. Tool assignment Second Roof FF.
Saw and ax or iron. Taxpayers 8.4.3 C
Taxpayers Store/Cockloft fire. Tool assignment OV.
Maul and halligan. Taxpayers 8.4.3 B
Who can declare a fire incendiary?
The fire marshal. TB Arson 1.2.2
Who can declare a fire suspicious?
The incident commander. TB Arson 1.2.3
When discussing arson, what is a trailer?
Material arranged to spread fire from its point of origin to other areas of an occupancy. TB Arson 1.2.4
When discussing arson, what is a plant?
Material arranged to start and feed initial fire. TB Arson 1.2.5
When discussing arson, what are accelerants?
Gasoline, kerosene etc. TB Arson 1.2.6
When discussing arson, what is an ignition device?
Mechanical, chemical, or electrical means used to initiate a fire. TB Arson 1.2.7
When discussing arson, what is the protected area?
The clean or unburnt area left by stock, furniture etc. TB Arson 1.2.8
T/F Charring of the floor or low burn marks on the wall or under the door are an indicator of the use of flammable accelerants?
True. Also be aware of char in broken patterns or puddle like circles on the floor. As well as low burning and deep charring. Also mentions heavy body of fire with little contents. TB Arson 3.7
As per the arson bulletin, civilians must not cross established fire lines until authorized by who(m)
The assigned Fire Marshal and or the Chief of Operations. TB Arson 4.1
CO causes a victim to appear life like. What color would you expect to see lips, eyelids or skin?
Pink to cherry red color. TB Arson 4.4
If a fire victim presents with soot in or around the nose and mouth, what does this indicate?
Breathing continued during the fire. TB Arson 4.4
What color would lividity present as?
Pink or red skin, settling to the lowest areas of the body. Do not confuse with CO cherry red color. TB Arson 4.5
When does lividity usually set in?
1-2 hours after death completed 3-4 hours. 1-2-3-4. Could indicate victim was moved after death and placed at the fire scene. TB Arson 4.5
A fire victim presents with the appearance that their skull exploded outward. Is this a suspicious indicator?
No. This is caused by expansion of fluid in tissues. External damage from blow to head would cause skull to be forced inward. TB Arson 4.6
T/F a pugilistic position indicates violence or struggle prior to death.
False. Contraction of the muscles occurs during a fire. This may result in bones protruding through the skin of the limbs. TB Arson 4.6
What is the preferred method of evidence collection?
New one gallon metal can, then clean glass jar with tight fitting lid, then heavy gauge plastic bag used in pairs. TB Arson 5.3.1
T/F Absence of a V pattern could mean an accelerant was used.
True. TB Arson 6.5.4
What do heavy smoke stains, remote from the point of origin indicate?
Slow fire build up. TB Arson 6..7.2