Sprinkler/Standpipe operations/ water supply/ opticom Flashcards
Where sprinklers are available the ____ company where the sprinkler is not preassigned.
Engine company preassigned to cover the sprinkler connection or the first due.
What 3 things must be completed by company hooking up to sprinkler?
Lay 2 2 1/2” supply lines to the sprinkler
5” supply line
regulate pressure to 150 PSI
Attach sufficient hose and nozzle to the standpipe either at?
Fire floor or nearest floor above or below the fire and attack the fire.
Officers using dry pipes for fire attack shall make certain?
all valves not in use are closed
House leads may be?
unreliable and water pressures are often inadequate
Who should supply water for obvious working fire?
First engine company, however if, in the opinion of the officer, more aggressive action can be taken by not laying in.
Who shall notify dispatch of the location of the hydrant used following shutdown?
Apparatus laying in
Where is listing of opticom locations located?
on the portal
Opticom is a tool to ?
increase safety
What can affect range of the emitter?
fog, rain, snow
Who is responsible for administration and management of the opticom system?
City’s traffic department
If an accident occurs at a intersection where opticom is being used, sfd personnel shall report it to their?
BC/DC immediately
