Evolutions Flashcards by pete b

Back stretch is defined as

Pumper reaches fire before hydrant w/FF removing enough hose to reach fire. Pumper proceeds to hydrant playing out hose w/1 FF riding on rear step clearing hose
Evolution 1

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If 3 members each pull off 3 folds of hose for a backstretch, where does each FF stretch

1st FF stretches about 15’ from rig and slightly in the direction of stretch, 2nd FF directly to rear, & 3rd FF lays 3 folds slightly away from direction of stretch
Evolution 1

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What shall be given priority- Supply booster water upon Officer’s orders or hooking up in-line supply line

Depending on staffing, the initial HL stretch will be controlled by either _ or _ until relieved by _.

Booster upon Officer’s orders

Door FF (5 FF Eng) or ECC (4 FF Eng);
Control FF (Hydrant FF (relieves)
Evolution 1A

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5 FF Eng who has the duty of connecting the 3 1/2” supply hose to the 4 1/2” outlet of the hydrant during ILP ops
A. Noz C. Control
B. BU D. Door

C Evolution 1A Figure 3.
BU/Door will initially key hydrant and pull sufficient 3 1/2” hose, then mount pumper’s backstep & use signal buzzer. Control checks hydrant then maintains keyed 3 1/2” and connects 3 1/2” to 4 1/2” outlet

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ILP correct:
A. Hydrant selected must be on 8” or larger main
B. Initial supply line must be at least 2 1/2”
C. Intake pressure dropping below 15 psi, pump operator shall have his intake supply augmented
D. No more than 5 lengths of hose in initial supply line

C Evolution 1A

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ILP stretch where the pumper reaches the hydrant before the fire, what is the position in a 4 FF Eng that is responsible for keying the hydrant?
A. Noz C. Control
B. BU D. Door

B Evolution 1A

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T/F ECC should leave gated inlet closed while opening drain to gated inlet, allowing air in 3 1/2” supply line to exhaust. Once good water flow ECC shall close drain, then slowly open 3” inlet gate fully, then prime pumps & begin 1st HL

True Evolution 1A

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Must the Hydrant FF connect a 2 1/2” gate to hydrant 2 1/2” outlet

Once the pumper stops at operating position, who breaks 3 1/2” supply line & connects it to 3” gated inlet on pump panel side

If time permits

ECC who then notifies Hydrant FF (Control FF) to start water
Evolution 1A

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Hydrant selected for ILP must be on a _” or larger main. During water alert can ILP be used

ILP- Generally, max # of lengths of 3 1/2” supply line stretched by hand

6” or larger; NOT unless absolutely necessary

Three lengths or less
Evolution 1A

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In-line pumping correct information
A. Hydrant must be on a 12” or larger main
B. During Water Alert, ILP shall not be used
C. There shall not be more than 6 lengths of hose in the initial supply line
D. When intake pressure drops below 5 psi, the pump operator shall have his intake supply augmented

A) 6” or larger
B) During Water Alert, in-line pumping shall not be used UNLESS ABSOLUTELY NECESSARY
D) 15 psi
Evolution 1A

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ILP stretch

After hydrant is deemed serviceable, which FF keys the hydrant by pulling sufficient 3 1/2” hose from bed.

Pumper reaches hydrant before fire

Hose FF (BU or Door FF depending on 4/5 FF Eng). He then mounts pumper's backstep & uses signal buzzer. Afterwards, the Control FF will maintain the key on the 3 1/2" and connect it to the 4 1/2" on the hydrant
Evolution 1A

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Drafting: Incorrect?
A. Connection in the suction line must be air tight
B. The strainer end should, if possible, be parallel with and well below the surface of water
C. All connections and knots of the suction assembly are made before connecting to the inlet side of the pumper
D. The preferred method of securing the suction is to tie it off to a substantial part of the pier bulkhead

D. The preferred method is to tie off to a substantial part of the pumper
Evolution 6

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The Officer or ECC of Operating pumper upon finding no viable water source shall _

If water relay is necessary what hydrant connections are connected from hydrant to supply pumper

Transmit 10-70 via Dept radio & HT

10’ or 35’ Hydrant connection
Evolution 8

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T/F Water relay- both pumpers will always be in volume position.

False- Standpipe ops where head pressure needs to be overcome. Supply pumper remains in Volume & Operating pumper in Pressure position Evolution 8

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Idle pressure on pump pressure gauge will be equal to intake pressure from relay plus pressure the rig idles at in volume (55 psi). In most cases in relay with both rigs in volume, this number will be around _

150-175 psi (intake of relay approximately 100 psi plus volume psi 55) Evolution 8

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An Officer of the 1st arriving Eng transmits 10-70 via Dept radio. What pumper on the initial alarm is designated as the Water Resource Unit
A. Engine giving the 10-70
B. Next arriving Eng upon hearing the signal
C. 2nd Eng as per alarm assgmt card
D. 3rd arriving Eng

B Evolution 8

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Relay procedure should accommodate two 2 1/2” HL without intake pressure gauge dropping below _

15 psi on Operating pumper. If below 15 psi, the Operating Pumper ECC should request Supply pumper increase throttle on PPG in 10 psi increments as needed
Evolution 8

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Water Relay: Supply pumper’s intake pressure drops below 15 psi- who should the ECC of this pumper notify that the hydrant’s supply limit has been reached?
A. Operating ECC & Water Resource Unit Off
B. Supply pumper Off & IC
C. Operating pumper ECC & IC
D. Operating pumper Off & IC

C Evolution 8

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If Supply Pumpers Intake Pressure gauge drops below _ psi, the Supply Pumper ECC should contact the _ & _ to inform of hydrant supply limit being reached

15 psi
Operating Pumper ECC & IC
Evolution 8

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T/F If possible, it’s better to set up a relay operation before supplying handlines

True Evolution 8

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Pressure on the pump pressure gauge will be equal to the Intake pressure from hydrant plus the pressure the pumps idle at in Volume (about _ psi) or in Pressure position (_ psi). In most cases if rig is in volume _ psi

Intake pressure from hydrant plus the pressure the pumps idle at in Volume (about 55 psi) or in Pressure position (110 psi). In most cases if rig is in volume 100-125 psi
Evolution 8

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Water relay operation, if Supply Pumper’s intake pressure drops below 15 psi who should ECC of this pumper notify that the hydrant’s supply limit has been reached
A. Operating pumper ECC & Water Resource Off
B. Supply Pumper Off & IC
C. Operating pumper ECC & IC
D. Operating pumper Off & IC

C Evolution 8: 3.13

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ECCs must check initial intake pressure in static prior to starting water during ILP & anticipated when initial intake pressure low (- PSI), residual pressure may not be capable of safely retaining 2 HL’s.

30-40 psi…Augmentation should be anticipated

Evolution 8

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Water relay- necessary 3 1/2 lengths stretched from a 3” outlet of supply pumper to operating pumpers _

3” gated inlet on pump panel side of pumper

Evolution 8

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1st arriving Eng transmits a 10-70 via Dept radio...what pumper on the initial alarm is designated as Water Resource Unit A. Eng giving 10-70 B. Next arriving Eng upon hearing signal C. 2nd Due Eng as per alarm assignment card D. 3rd arriving Eng

B Evolution 8: 3.2

Can a 2 1/2" hose be used for a Relay What are the Buzzer signals

Only if absolutely necessary (Evol 1A 12 6th bullet) 1 Stop, 2 Pumper Proceed, 3 Rear is clear for backing & under proper supervision Evolution 8

If a PRD is found on standpipe, can it be used?

It should be removed, but if it cannot be removed & there is NO other outlet available without a PRD, than it's permissible to use an outlet w/out a PRD Evolution 9

Another pumper must augment the supply to standpipe & sprinkler systems

True | Evolution 9

What do aluminum color Siamese & outlet caps indicate

Aluminum= Non-automatic sprinkler; Yellow= Combo standpipe/sprinkler Evolution 9

Does an in-line pressure gauge always have to be used at a standpipe operation

Always to ensure correct nozzle pressure. It can be carried attached to Control FF length Evolution 9

How do you engage the EXO to allow descent?

Use left hand to slowly pull operating handle towards you while maintaining 90 degree angle to EXO w/right hand and rope Evolution 23

If a building is equipped w/both standpipe & sprinkler systems, the Eng must 1st connect a line to _

Standpipe Siamese & second line to sprinkler Siamese | Evolution 9

When supplying an outlet valve for a standpipe system, do you have to remove the PRD?

PRD MUST be removed before connecting supply line | Evolution 10

While climbing AL with HL stretch, keep the hose on the _ side of ladder as FF climb

Left side of ladder w/all FF wearing life belts | Evolution 22

Knot used when tying off to a substantial object w/PSS hook

``` Anchor Knot (2 half hitches) Evolution 23 ```

Knot used to raise PL

Bowline knot tied 9' (1 1/2 arm lengths) from end of rope w/1' end tail Evolution 18

When hoisting a PL to the roof, the Off & 4 FFs shall go to the roof w/"FULL"

``` FE tools, Utility rope, Ladder roller, Life belt Evolution 18 ```

Portable extension ladders are to be marked to facilitate hoisting operations. Where on these ladders should the marks be made A. 1st & 2nd rung above center of bed ladder B. 1st & 2nd rung below tip of extension lad C. 1st & 2nd rung of ext ladder D. 1st & 2nd rung of bed ladder

A Evolution 18

Tiller AL as a water tower place rig _' from building w/TT centered for max coverage of stream

25-35' | Evolution 21

As a PL is raised it must be turned so that the _ As a PL is lowered it must be turned so that _

Rope is between ladder & building "R-R Raise Rope" Ladder is between rope & bldg "L-L" Lower Ladder Evolution 18

Where shall a FF descend to after using the PSS?

If conditions permit- FF shall descend to ground level. Always keep right hand in contact w/rope to help prevent rapid descent Evolution 23

Off will climb AL 1st and order a line stretched. What shall Noz FF do once top of AL reached?

Snap life belt on top rung of ladder & pass noz & hose in over sill to Off who hold line. Evolution 22

Rear Mount AL- place rig _' from building w/TT centered for max coverage

25-30' | Evolution 21A

When deploying Fire Window Blanket from the apartment above the fire does the window need to be removed When can FF "B" deploy the Fire Window Blanket

Must NOT remove window to deploy blanket unless absolutely necessary. Window prevents auto exposure Upon approval of IC & after checking members "A & C" received their straps Evolution 33

Which rungs shall ladder pipe handle be placed on _

Top two rungs | Evolution 21

Horizontal movement of pipe controlled w/_ vs vertical movements controlled w/_

Turntable horizontal; Halyards vertical | Evolution 21A

Can salt water be used for AL water tower drills T/F When using an AL as a water tower, it's recommended to supply a ladder pipe from 2 separate sources of water (pumper, fire boat)

Never True Evolution 21A

Once upright out of the window using PSS, where shall you place your toes? While grasping rope w/right hand out- keep it at _ degree angle to EXO

Against the wall with feet shoulder width apart; 90 degree angle to EXO Evolution 23

If using a window as a substantial object with no remote tie off using PSS, which hand is used to place hook?

Hold hook in place w/palm of left hand on either window sill or interior side wall. Do NOT wrap fingers around anchor hook or rope. Maintain anchor hook inside of window Evolution 24

After EXO is beyond outermost edge of sill, can you let go of the EXO?

Yes. The left hand will now grasp inner edge of interior wall making sure hand is not under rope. Prevents accidental engagement of cam resulting in free fall Evolution 23

``` Which of the following can be used as a substantial object: A. Plumbing vent pipes B. Sheet metal housings for roof vents C. TV masts D. Newel posts E. Banisters ```

None of the above | Evolution 25

Noz FF shall climb to turntable and have nozzle passed up to him. Place hose _ while climbing AL

Hose under left arm and nozzle over right shoulder | Evolution 22

When using the PSS hook to grasp around a substantial object, where shall the hook be placed to keep tension?

Al low as possible. Prevents anchor hook from coming off of the anchor point Evolution 23

What is done if an unconscious victim is encountered and removal is required using the LSR?

Bowline on a bight and slippery hitch must be tied on the victim Evolution 25

What is the most effective way to exit a room with the PSS- leading w/_ hand?

Leading with your right hand and keeping your left hand on the EXO depressing cam. Right shoulder shall point toward exit Evolution 23

How shall member being lowered direct victim to grasp upon exiting the window?

Victim shall place both arms around member being lowered neck & both legs around his waist; Member being lowered shall place arms around victim's upper torso, under the armpit with locked hands behind the victim's back. Command to lower given verbally Evolution 25

When shall member being lowered give command to Stop?

While out of reach of victim. Give forceful commands while out of reach, then give command down, stop as necessary until shoulder to shoulder with the victim. Evolution 25

When shall a FF use the PSS?

Only after all other means of self rescue have been exhausted. Transmit Mayday for Member Trapped & in process of deploying PSS Evolution 23

Preferred method of using PSS

Tying off to a substantial object (remote anchoring) ex- steam riser, radiator, 2 wall studs, door frame Evolution 23

Stretching a HL via an AL- place _ of AL directly below objective

Turntable. Position with tip of ladder level w/sill of window Evolution 22

Upon reaching window to exit w/PSS, what must be done with EXO

EXO must be brought to a point beyond the outermost edge of windowsill. It's absolutely necessary that EXO be brought beyond the sill Evolution 23

Can the member being lowered use the window frame to pull himself toward the victim for LSR evolution?

Yes. Never use the victim to help. Evolution 25

To increase safety of lowering operation, whether a parapet is present or not, will require that the lowering point be _ between roof's edge and substantial object

Midway. Keep LSR as perpendicular as possible to roof's edge at point where member descends Evolution 25

``` PSS with a remote anchor the member during descent shall maintain the right hand A. at 45 degree angle to EXO B. at 75 degree angle to EXO C. at 90 degree angle to EXO D. By his right buttock at all times ```

C Evolution 23

How far shall a victim being lowered once rescued using the LSR evolution?

The goal is to reach a point of safety. A descent of one story may be all that is necessary Evolution 25

LSR lowering FF w//Atlas Belt: Where is the LSR carrying case placed?

Facing the point of descent, place the carrying case on the roof with the back of the case facing the point of descent Evolution 25

Lowering member (Member 1) with Atlas Life Belt shall place the snap hook _

Attach it to the bottom part of the "O" ring of the life belt with snap portion face down Evolution 25

If using a window as a substantial object with no remote tie off using PSS, which hand is used to place hook?

Hold hook in place w/palm of left hand. Do NOT wrap fingers around anchor hook or rope. Maintain anchor hook inside of window Evolution 24

If there is a 3rd member available during the lowering a member evolution, where shall he be positioned?

Roof's edge for control and to relay commands | Evolution 25

Which unit shall deploy Fire Window Blanket

Any unit or units Evolution 33

Member to be lowered using personal harness shall place the snap hooks where?

Snap hook of rope to harness handle. Lowering member shall attach snap hook to bottom part of the hook of his harness Evolution 27

Lowering a member using LSR and personal harness. What must be done at the beginning of the this evolution?

Pre-tied Bowline on a bight is not necessary and must be untied at start of this operation. Both members must adjust their harness leg straps for proper fit. Evolution 27

Once member being lowered w/LSR rolls off the parapet into a vertical position, he shall place his feet _" apart

Approximately 12" apart against the wall toes up | Evolution 25

How many turns are placed on Snap Hook when lowering a member with the LSR?

4 turns under and over the life belt hook. Evolution 25

At a corner window, if adjoining window is located w/in _' of corner of bldg, a hook can be extended by Member "A or C" as a target for Member B

6' Evolution 33A

LSR may be less than 150' due to natural shrinkage. A rope may have shrunk _'

8-10' Evolution 25

Single slide- carrying case for LSR shall be placed _

Near the substantial object you plan to use. Pull out the anti-chafing device & bowline on a bight through the window of the case. Carrying case will be tossed off the roof once tied off. Evolution 28

Member being lowered using LSR shall allow enough slack in the rope to place the anti-chafing device flat on the parapet with approx _" of the device draped over the outer edge

approximately 5" Evolution 25

70-80-90 for AL as a water pipe

LCC extends fly ladder to proper height w/ladder at 70 degree angle from ground, Max extension of 80' for fly ladder tip to ground, 90 PSI max noz pressure supplied from 3" hose Evolution 21A

T/F When performing the Single slide evolution, the hook of the life belt must clear the outer edge of the parapet

True Evolution 28

When using the chimney as a substantial object, what is the optimum strength at this point?

The base of the chimney. Allow the rope to drop to the base close to the roof Evolution 28

Can KO Curtain be deployed from roof? Can KO Curtain be deployed horizontally

Yes for top floor fires and duplex apts Never. Only deploy in Vertical position Evolution 34

When performing the single slide evolution without a parapet, a drop of _ will be experienced when dropping off of the roof

Approximately 1 1/2' Evolution 28

KO Curtain Deployment FF tools Receiving FF tools for KO Curtain "HHH"

KO Curtain, Hydra Ram, & Halligan hook. Must have facepiece donned when deploying Hydra Ram, Halligan, Halligan hook Evolution 34

Who can order deployment of KO Curtain

Only on orders of the IC Evolution 34

Once fire is extinguished & it's necessary to remove KO Curtain to assist in ventilation of the fire apt, the removal of KO Curtain must be approved by IC. The request of removal will be made by Lad Off inside fire apt _

After first consulting w/Eng Officer in charge of HL in apt. TIC must confirm all fire has been extinguished Evolution 34

Who shall coordinate deployment of KO Curtain

2nd Ladder Officer will coordinate the deployment once ordered Evolution 34

Correct for ILP in 4 FF Eng A. BU FF should initially control HL stretch until relieved by Cont FF B. 3 1/2 hose must always be used for initial supply line & 3 1/2" hose must always be used if augmentation is req'd C. If initial intake pressure is 40 psi residual pressure may not be able to safely sustain 2 HLs D. A max of 3 lengths may be hand stretched to a 2 1/2" gate on hydrant if augmentation is performed in this manner

C Evol 1A 30-40 psi Chauffeur controls initial HL stretch in 4 FF Eng No more than 6 lengths used for initial supply line. Generally 3 length max hand stretched for 3 1/2" supply. Time permitting 2 1/2" gate should be attached if augmentation necessary (particularly effective when hydrant used for ILP is nearby- 3 lengths or less)

Wind Impacted fire KO Curtain deployed. After fire ext, KO Curtain may be removed to assist in vent of fire apt on a request to IC by A. 1st Lad Off inside of fire apt only after consulting w/2nd Lad Off coordinating deployment B. 1st Eng Off in charge of HL inside of fire apt only after consulting w/1st Lad Off inside of fire apt C. 1st Lad Off inside fire apt only after consulting w/1st Eng Off in charge of HL inside of fire apt D. 2nd Lad Off coordinating deployment, only after consulting w/1st Lad Off operating inside of fire apt

C Evol 34 5.14

Can you throw the KO Curtain out the window

Do NOT throw. Drop KO curtain to cover target window. Throw Window Blanket Evolution 34

``` KO Curtain deployed- a prepared company would ensure their "receiving firefighter" is equipped with what tools? A. axe, halligan, hydraram B. Hydra-ram, halligan, 6' hook C. KO Curtain, hydraram, halligan D. Hydra-ram, halligan, halligan hook ```

D Evolution 34

Can Fire Window Blanket be deployed from 2 floors above fire

Yes if IC deems necessary Evolution 33

Operating Pumper ECC after receiving relay observes water flow from drain, closes drain, & slowly opens 3" inlet gate fully. Intake pressure gauge reads 100-125 psi. The ECC then primes the pumps & notes reading on Pump pressure gauge (which should be _)

50-60 psi greater than intake gauge reading due to added pressure from his pumper at idle in volume position. Operating ECC then sets the reading on PPG to match idle pressure on pump pressure gauge & begins fire line ops Evolution 8

How many turns shall member take around the hook when performing the single slide evolution?

4 turns under and over Evolution 28

Eng utilizing ILP at a fire must be aware that A. ILP shall never be used during a Water Alert B. Initial supply line must be 3" hose C. 2 1/2" gate must be attached to hydrant's 2 1/2" outlet D. 30-40 PSI is considered a low initial intake pressure that may not safety sustain 2 handlines

D Evol 1A pg 3-4 A. During Water Alert, ILP shall not be used unless absolutely necessary B. Pumper shall use 3 1/2" hose as initial supply line from the hydrant to pumper C. Time permitting, 2 1/2" gate should be attached to the hydrants 2 1/2" outlet for possible augmentation if necessary