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1
Q

What is the ladder compliment on the velocity

A

2x35’ ext., 2x24’ ext., 20’, 18’ & 16’ roof ladders and 14’ attic ladder

2
Q

2” smooth bore flow capacity is gpm with a maximum tip load of lbs while flowing water.

A

1000

500

3
Q

Below grade operations are conducted from the centerline at degrees off of either side, as well as directly off of the rear of the vehicle

A

90

4
Q

Aerial ladders should be extended to feet above the roof level for ventilation.

A

3,6

5
Q

An angle to the apparatus is the weakest aerial device extension position.

A

perpendicular

6
Q

On the Raptor chain, the dual raker helps to protect the and prevent .

A

carbide, kickback

7
Q

The chain-brake will stop the chain in of a second.

A

1/20th

8
Q

What is the tap method?

A

1 tap-stop, 2-start cutting, 3-stop and get off the roof.

9
Q

What are the circ saw blade cutting depths?

A

12” blade = 4” cut depth, 14” blade = 5” cut depth

10
Q
  1. What are the 5 different circular saw blades we carry?
A

metal (composite), masonry, concrete (diamond blade) wood (with carbide tip), rescue(diamond multi-purpose)

11
Q

What are the 3 general types of Conventional truss roofs?

A

Bridge, lamella, arch(bowstring and tied)

12
Q

From the exterior, how can you identify a pour in place vs a tilt up?

A

Poured in place concrete structures can be confused with concrete tilt ups, but can be identified by solid, unsectioned concrete walls