Tower Ladders Flashcards
TL
who is typically the guide FF?
the OV
how much clearance for outriggers is needed on a 95ft TL
6’8” (more then a hook)
TL
T/F bucket railings are substantial and can be used to secure members
FALSE
what is the primary means of communication between pedestal and bucket of TL
intercom, tested each tour
TL
what is the ideal distance from pedestal to building
how many ft from building is needed to drop bucket below horizontal
32ft
25ft
TL
t/f
when backing in the bucket can go under the 1st aerial lader
true
TL
when on a hill how should you place the TL?
if possible face down hill and have the boom go uphill
TL
T/F
never start the saw in the bucket
False, start the saw in the bucket, then hold outside of bucket until shit off
TL
when cutting a peaked roof which cut is the knock out cut
cut 4
TL
when using the escape ladder is the rig running or shut down? is PTO on or off, ladder side rails raised or lowered?
rig shut off, pto stays on, side rails are raised
TL the top bucket railing is where when overhauling from bucket
the top bucket railing is slightly below work area
when supplying the TL what psi is at the gated inlet
200-250psi
TL
when multiple floors are on fire do you start at the top floor and work your way down, or start at the lowest floor and work your way up?
lowest floor and work your way up
*exceptions advanced fire in rowframe - begin at top floor or cockloft, and common cockloft exposure protection, commence LCS attack at the leading edge of structure and traverse towards middle
TL
what size tip is preferred for deep penetration
1 1/2” tip
