SOP’s 300 Flashcards
(156 cards)
1
Q
301.00
In training academy how many attempts do you have to pass Phase 4?
A
Three
2
Q
301.00
What five knots are recruits required to know?
A
Bowline
Clove Hitch
Becket Bend
Figure 8
Rescue Knot
3
Q
301.02
Recruits must successfully pass all written tests given with a minimum score of?
A
80%
4
Q
303.00
What does ROAM stand for?
A
Rule of Air Management
5
Q
303.00
What is the first and most overlooked aspect of air management?
A
Beginning an assignment without a full cylinder
6
Q
303.00
Participating in breath downs helps with what aspect of air management?
A
The “third”….. self awareness
7
Q
303.00
How far away should your pass device be from a radio device?
A
At least 6 inches
8
Q
303.00
How long does mixed solution of one millimeter laundry bleach and one liter of water last? What is the contact time needed for sanitizing?
A
Last 24 hours
2 minutes
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Q
303.02
What are the 5 key aspects of air management?
A
- Start with full cylinder
- Know how much air you have
- Self Awareness of how long you may last
- Know how your SCBA works
- Control your breathing
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Q
303.00
Vibralert indicates that the individual is consuming their _____ air supply?
A
reserve
11
Q
303.00
Air cylinders consist of an ______ inner shell which is wrapped with layers of carbon fiber, fiberglass and epoxy
A
Aluminum alloy
12
Q
303.00
SCBA bottles are rated for _____ minutes when pressurized to 4500 PSI and hold ____ cu ft of air
A
45 minutes
66 cu ft
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Q
303.00
SCBA bottles undergo hydrostatic testing every ____ years
A
5 years
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Q
303.00
SCBA cylinders are rated by ____
A
NIOSH
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Q
303.00
The cylinder valve assembly is constructed of _____
A
Forged aluminum
16
Q
303.00
How many turns to fully open SCBA bottle?
A
Approx 2 1/2 full turns
17
Q
303.00
The back frame pressure reducer on SCBA pack reduces air pressure down to ____ to ____
A
110 PSI to 160 PSI
18
Q
303.00
Where is the UAC (Universal Air Connection) located on the SCBA pack?
A
Left side
19
Q
303.00
The Emergency Breathing Support System (EBSS) dual manifold hose assembly is located on what side and is how long?
A
Right Side
3 FT
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Q
303.00
The SCBA regulator maintains positive pressure during flows up to ____
A
500 LPM
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Q
303.00
Low pressure hose has a quick disconnect coupling approximately ____ from the regulator
A
18”
22
Q
303.00
EZ-Flo II claims to have _____ % less expiration resistance than EZ-Flo
A
25%
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Q
303.00
The regulator is also equipped with a red purge valve knob on the left side of the regulator. Purge valve is closed when pointer on the knob is facing _____ and takes a _____ turn clockwise to close
A
Upward
1/2
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Q
303.00
When checking pack the pass device will sound ___ quick chirps and the lights on the control console and back frame will begin flashing green for about ____ second(s)
A
3 quick chirps
1 second
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303.00
Check pre-alarm and leave respirator motionless for ____ seconds
20 seconds
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303.00
On SCBA pack one steady chirp every 2 seconds with no flashing lights indicates what?
Low battery indication
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303.00
The batteries on the SCBA pack can be checked by depressing and holding the ____ button on the console?
Reset
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303.00
The pass device requires ____ batteries located on the lower right hand side near the reducer
Six (6) “AA” batteries
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303.00
Heads up display
Full =
3/4 =
1/2 =
1/4 =
2 green
1 green
Yellow light flashing
Red light (far left) at ten times a second
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303.00
Spray a minimum of ____ full pumps of Scott Multi-Wash Mini into the regulator opening
6 pumps
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Allow ____ of contact time to disinfect prior to rinsing regulator
10 minutes
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303.00
Disinfect the face piece by first washing the face piece with warm water with a max temp ____ and mild soap and detergent q
110 degrees
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To dry face piece use a lint free cloth and gently blow air of ____ PSI or less, DO NOT use shop air or air containing lubricants or moisture
30 PSI
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303.00
Each unit will undergo an internal visual inspection and functional flow test _____
Once a year
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304.01
An effective way for the safety pers on to remain in contact with the operator of a chainsaw is to us an ____ grip on the ladder belt, SCBA frame/webbing
Underhand
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304.01
There are two ways that a chain brake is engaged on a chainsaw, they are?
Manual
Automatic
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The chainsaw brake engages within ____ of a second
1/10 of a second
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304.01
Do not operate a chainsaw at continuous full RPM without a _____ on the chain
Load
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The guide bar on a chainsaw should never be drawn back past the _____ foot. This action may lead to “kickback”
Lead
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When refueling chainsaw use _____ packets of two-stroke oil to ______ gallon(s) of regular gasoline
2 packets
1 gallon
(50:1)
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When carbide tips of saw become damaged, it will be necessary to replace the chain when (5)?
1. Missing/Damaged tips 3 or more cutters in a row
2. Missing/Damaged tips 6 or more cutters anywhere
3. Cracked/Broken Tie Straps
4. Dull Chain
5. Bar is Damaged
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304. 01
_____ can be used for cleaning saw but never water
Solvent
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Petroleum based solvents, including kerosene, used to clean chainsaws part SHALL NOT be applied in ____ form
Atomized
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What saw can be used to “feel or read” rafter joints
Chainsaw
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DO NOT attempt to start chainsaw with ______ engaged
Chain brake
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What saw can be used to “feel or read” rafter joints?
Chainsaw
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Cutting a hole in a roof requires a minimum of how many people?
Two, an operator and safety person
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What is the best way to cut with a chainsaw to improve “feel”
Perpendicular to the roof d
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304.02
What 3 makes of circular power saws does Mesa carry?
Partner
K-12
Husqvarna
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What circular saw do we currently use?
14” Stihl TS700
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Stopping the blade using a 8X8X16 concrete block ____/____ the metal diamond blade used by MFMD
Sharpens/Refreshes
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304.03
What are the two sizes of gasoline powered smoke ejectors
18”
21”
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304.03
The 18” Unifire smoke ejector carried on engines is a 4 cycle 5.5hp motor weighing 75lbs and is rated at ____ CFM
14,800CFM
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The 21” Tempest power blower smoke ejector has a 4 cylinder 5.5hp motor weighing 90lbs and is rated at _____
21,150 CFM
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What is the term used when running smoke ejectors (fans) at a low speed and turning red knob to off/stop
Temporary Stops
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When using smoke ejectors (fans) what is the term used for when he engine will not be used for some time and the fuel cock is turned to off allowing the engine run out of fuel and eventually stops the engine?
Long Stops
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A fan should not be used if?
Backdraft potential exists
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Holmatro Hydraulic spreaders have a spreading width of ____ and a spreading force of _____
27”
14,000
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Halmatro spreaders have a pulling force of?
9700lbs
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Holmatro hydraulic ram has a extended length of ____?
43 3/8 inches
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Holmatro Ram has a pushing force of____ and pulling force of _____
22400
11200
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All hydraulic tools will be stored in a slightly opened position of ____ inche(s) to relive pressure on internal parts?
1/4"
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The spreading force of spreaders is?
23,000lbs
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The pulling force of spreaders is?
14,000lbs
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The squeezing force of spreaders is?
9,700lbs
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The weight of spreaders including fluid and couplers is?
41lbs
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304.5
The ajax tool regulator has a safety blow off at what psi?
325 PSI
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304.05
The ajax airline has a bursting pressure of what?
1000 psi
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REMBER TO LOOK UP SOP’s FOR UPDATED TIC
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304.08
Ladders exposed to temperatures of ____ or higher can cause significant damage
300 degrees
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What is the general rule for deciding how many ff’s can be on a section of ladder and how far out should they be spaced?
Use the first digit of the total length of the ladder (24ft=2) spaced 10 feet apart
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304.08
Ladders are constructed of?
Heat-treated alloy
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304.09
Ground ladders shall be used in what position?
Fly OUT (away from building) position
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While using ladders, hose straps should be placed every _____ ft with one at top of ladder or use a leg lock
10ft
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Each ladder should be inspected at least ______ and after every use
Once a month
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Service tests will be conducted on ladders by Fire Resource how often
Annually
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304.10
If the dot on the ladder turns BLACK what should you do?
Remove from service
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304.11
What is the size of the “scissor” ladder used for attic access?
10ft
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304.11
The attic ladder has ____ rung centers with an opening width of ____
14
12 3/4
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304.12
The ____ ft ladders on on engines and the ____ ft ladders on on Ladder trucks
14ft
16ft
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304.13
What is the preferred rope material used for MFMD
Nylon
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304.13
What are the two classifications of rope and what can they be made out of?
Natural- Manila, sisal (hemp) cotton
Synthetic- Nylon, polypropylene, polyethylene
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304.13
The _____ color bag is used to carry utility rope and has a rope length of _____ ft made of three stranded nylon rope
Black
100ft
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The _____ colored bag is used for lifeline rope and is _____ in length made of 1/2” static kernmantle (nylon) rope
Red
100ft
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304.13
If the lifeline rope is used it will be returned to resource and destroyed (T/F)
True
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304.13
Static rope has little give with ____to____ stretch when loaded
2%-4%
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Dynamic ropes have more give than static ropes and have as much as _____% stretch when loaded
20%
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304.13
Life lines should never have more than ____ peopled placed on them or exceed _____ lbs
2 person
600 lbs
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304.13
What is the formula for determining the working strength of utility rope and lifelines?
Utility = Breaking strength/5
Lifeline = Breaking strength/10
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304.13
A knot will reduce a ropes strength by as much as ____%
50% (bowline)
40% (Figure 8 on a bight)
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304.14
New rope should be ____ from the center of the coil in a ____ direction
uncoiled
counterclockwise
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304.14
It's okay to momentarily step on a rope while working?
no, NEVER step on ropes
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304.15
The part of the rope used to tie a knot
The working end
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The part of the rope used to for work (hoisting, pulling)
The running end
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304.16
Type of knot used to attach two ropes of unequal size?
Becket bend (sheet bend)
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304.16
How much can air bags lift and how high?
146,000 lbs
40 inches high (between 2 airbags larger on bottom)
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304.16
Full inflation pressure of an air bag is ____ psi (working, testing and bursting)
118psi working
236psi testing
472psi bursting
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304.16
Airbag hoses are rated at ____ psi
300psi
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304.16
What is the high pressure regulator for airbags set at?
135psi
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304.16
How often should airbags be replaced?
10 years
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304.16
The first two numbers of the serial number on an air bag designates what?
production date
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305.02
PDP should not exceed ____ during pumping operations to avoid excessive engine and pump wear
200 psi
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305.02
The tank to pump valve should remain ____ after securing hydrant supply line
Open
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305.05
What PDP is required for preplumbed and portable educators?
200 psi
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305.06
Do not allow residual pressure to drop below what?
20 psi
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305.06
Pumpers equipped with intake relief valves should be set at ____
100 psi
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305.08
What is the minimum amount of lines needed to pump a standpipe and how far away from the building should the truck be?
Two parallel 2 1/2" lines, using both standpipe hookup connections
200 ft
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305.09
A perfect vacuum to draft provides what psi at sea level?
14.7 psi, or 30 inches of vacuum
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305.09
A fire apparatus primer should be able to develop ___ inches of vacuum in ___ seconds.
How many feet will that lift?
22 inches in 30 seconds.
24ft of water lift
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What is the practical lift for fire ground drafting operations?
Pumps can supply their rated capacity at no greater then __ feet.
20 feet
10 feet
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306.06
When performing a forward hose lay, do not exceed ___ mph when laying the supply line.
10 mph
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306.05
Supply bed is flat loaded with ____ ft of 5"
1050 feet
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Hose clamp placement should be at least ____ feet behind apparatus
20 feet
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308.02
Before what year is conventional construction most likely found?
Pre-1960's
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Rafters are usually ____ to ____ inches on center
16 to 24 inches
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In a Lamella Roof, what percent of fire damage is needed for potential roof collapse?
20%
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What is the term for steel or wood sub-structure covered with corrugated metal?
Robertson Decking
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What is the preferred ventilation technique for a flat roof?
Dicing and center rafter cuts
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308.14
Laminated beams, purlins, 2x4 joists and plywood decking are all part of what type of construction?
Panelized roof construction
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308.14
Purlins on panelized roofs are how far apart? The joist between the purlins
8 foot centers for purlins, 2 foot for joists
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When walking on a panelized roof, what two structures should you stay on?
Beams and purlins
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For panelized roof, what is the preferred cut technique for a heat hole? strip ventilation?
heat hole - pull back and center rafter
strip ventilation - dicing and center rafter
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In open web construction, which chord is under compression and supported, while the other chord is not supported but in tension
The top cord
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Open web joist can span how many feet and are how far apar
Span 70 feet, placed 2 feet apa
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308.16
At what temperature does steel begin to loos strength, expand and twist?
1000 degrees
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308.16
What is a common decking used for open web bar joist?
Corrugated metal
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Open web construction my fail within as little as ____ minutes when exposed to heavy fire
5 minutes
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What is the trade name for wooden I beams?
MicroLam
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308.18
How deep do gusset plates penetrate the wood?
3/8"
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309.03
If the integrity of a roof is in question, any firefighter may what?
Cut an inspection hole
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309.05
A well planned approach includes a what?
A well planned escape
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An inspection hole measures what dimensions?
2'X2'X3
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Unreinforced concrete or masonry walls can be found during what years of construction and may lead to structure collapse.
Prior to early 1930's
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During roof operations, the roof team needs updates from who?
Interior
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Ladders are easier to locate with how many rungs extended past the roof?
5 or 6
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What is the primary ventilation opening?
The heat hole
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What is the primary objective of the heat hole for offensive operations?
Direct removal of heat and smoke.
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What is the objective of vertical ventilation for defensive fires?
To get ahead of the fire and create fire breaks in the roof. "Strip ventilation"
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Strip ventilation must be supported by what
Hose lines and heat hole
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What does diaphragm nailing refer to?
Plywood sheets are layed so the 8 foot width crosses the joists while the 4 foot section runs parallels them.
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What are the four types of lightweight construction?
panelized
metal gusset
open web
wooden I beam
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309.08
In diaphragm sheathing, nailing blocks are found every __ feet?
4 feet
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309.10
What type of roof cut needs no particular knowledge of rafter location?
Dicing
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How many people are preferred to use on a Pull back method roof ventilation?
5, but can be done with 4
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309.11
When performing a pull back roof cut, the cutters cut through which rafter and stop where?
Cut through the first rafter and stop at the second
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Ladder companies should ladder a commercial structure __ feet from the corner to have a 50/50 chance at hitting a main structural support..
8 feet
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For cutting panelized roofs, what should not be placed directly over the fire because it is unsafe to work directly over fire in conventional construction?
The heat hole. give up some roof
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The side of the building the wind is blowing against is the what side?
Windward
The opposite side is Leeward
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A type of window made of polycarbonates (plexiglass, thermoplastics) instead of glass is called what and how do you force them?
Lexan windows, cut them with a carbide tip blade on a rotary saw.
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309.14
How far back from a building should a fan be placed for PPV?
6 feet tilted at 20-30 degrees
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Live fire training guidelines are established by NFPA ___?
NFPA 1403
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Live fire training guidelines are established by NFPA ___?
Main water supply flowing 250 gpm for 30 mins and a backup flowing 125 gpm for 30 mins
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What is the instructor to student ratio for live fire drills?
1 instructor for every 5 students
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309.12
The ventilation team should ladder the building ____ from building
8'
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When using horizontal ventilation open the top windows or other openings on the ____ side first
leeward
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