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1
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2 safety issues to check before opening engine compartment?

A

Shut down engine

Enough clearance

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Key thing to remember when inspecting ARFF apparatus?

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Be systematic

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When performing the hand line nozzle test you may discharge foam for how long?

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30 seconds

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To accurately perform foam solution-concentration test you must obtain refractive index readings from what?

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Water, foam solution, foam concentrate

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Obtaining a sample foam that is typical of that applied to the burning fuel surface under anticipated fire conditions.. what kind of test?

A

Expansion and drainage test

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Fuel, oil and mileage records should be updated how often?

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IAW local jurisdiction

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3 items that should be included in weekly fire apparatus record

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Foam transfer pump
Pump pressure control
Intake strainers

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What is important when parking near railroad tracks?

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Do not park on opposite side of incident

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When determine response route what should you take into account?

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Height, weight and width restrictions

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2 true statements about aircraft on an airfield?

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Military aircraft includes all types used by armed forces

General aviation aircraft are used for pleasure and training

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11
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Alternating red/green light means?

A

Proceed with caution

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3 things to demonstrate when doing ARFF performance test

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Maintain safe speed

Maintain safe distance

Maintain control

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13
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Before driving on a runway do what?

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Contact control tower

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14
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Use automotive controls and gauges to do what?

A

Operate ARFF apparatus safely

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15
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3 Steps to successfully complete defensive driving straight line and stopping procedures

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Smooth safe stop

Forward/reverse without weaving

Accelerate through gear smoothly

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16
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To successfully complete the diminished clearance exercise you must do what?

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Steer apparatus in a straight line both forward and in reverse without touching markers

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17
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How many spotters are needed when traveling in reverse on the serpentine exercise

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1

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18
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3 true statements about dry chemicals

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Useful on running fuel fires and 3D fires

Not effective for preventing flashback

Usually applied in hand lines

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19
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Ramp temperature at an airport is how much higher than ambient air temperature?

A

25-45 degrees

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20
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Halogenated agents are what?

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Nonconductive

Noncorrosive

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21
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2 types of low energy foam proportions systems in ARFF apparatus

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Direct injection

Balanced pressure

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22
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3 types of low energy foam proportioning systems

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Direct injection
Balanced pressure
In-line eductor

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What device is used to extinguish a peripheral fire after rescue operations are complete

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Hand line

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24
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Device designed to attack fires at the base of the flames

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Extendable turret

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25
To ensure that auxiliary agents do not become packed and unusable you must?
Thoroughly flush system after each use
26
Foam application method for an ignited pool of liquid located on open ground is what?
Roll on method
27
What kind of inspection checks the winterization system, CTIS and public address system?
In cab inspection
28
During a drainage and expansion test you should note the level of accumulated solution in the cylinder how often?
Every 30 seconds
29
What is true when positioning the turret for a turret ground pattern test?
Tilt nozzles upward to form a 30 degree angle with horizontal
30
3 common requirements to follow when operating ARFF apparatus
Fire dept regulations NFPA requirements Local/state/federal law
31
Color commonly used for hold position markings and taxiways is what?
Yellow
32
Two true statements about response in rural areas
Less traffic but faster traffic Check side streets/roads
33
3 Steph to take when performing the alley dock test
Use side mirrors Make sure you can see spotters Activate turn signal before backing up
34
Expansion rate of foam refers to what?
Volume of foam when aerated
35
Type of aircraft fuel that has highest flash point and slowest flame spread rate
Kerosene
36
Type of auxiliary agent used for class D fires only
Dry powder
37
Class B foam is usually mixed in what proportion?
1-6%
38
Phase of fire control when personnel extinguish spot fires?
Extinguishment and overhaul
39
ARFF personnel must sound the proper withdrawal signal when?
Munitions have become involved in Fire
40
3 controls used to operate the bumper turret ?
Oscillation control Control handle Discharge pattern control
41
Agent delivery device most commonly found on ARFF apparatus is what?
Turret
42
Purpose of the manifold on the center console is to
Regulate the air pressure in the crew members SCBA mask
43
CTIS can be used when apparatus is what?
Moving or stationary
44
3 things to check before conducting foam solution-concentration test, turret ground test, and expansion/drainage test?
Piping systems have been flushed Pressure and flow characteristics of each outlet Apparatus water/foam system is operational
45
When performing turret ground test pattern disregard any foam that is less than?
1/2” deep
46
Handline nozzles should be placed at what degree during test?
30 degrees
47
Items inspected on a periodic basis are performed how often?
4-12 month basis
48
2 defensive driving exercises performed during practical?
Straight line driving and stopping Lane changing
49
Dispersed patterns produce what kind of particles ?
Small particles excellent for absorbing heat
50
3 methods used to resupply foam
Filling from 5gallon Transferring from tender Overhead gravity
51
Maximum distance in which you can see an obstruction and safely stop apparatus in time
Sight of control
52
How do you steer the apparatus during finished clearance exercise?
Both forward and reverse without touching markers
53
What method of foam proportioning uses an eductor to draft foam concentrate into water system?
Induction
54
Steep grade is defined as what degree elevation?
30
55
2 procedures to successfully complete diminishing clearance exercise
Maintain visual on spotter Judge space necessary to clear both horizontal and vertical clearances
56
Application rate of class B foam is given in?
GPM per SQFT
57
Primary extinguishing agents are used for what?
Complete knockdown of fires
58
3 advantages of balanced pressure foam systems
No water intake pressure limit Various % of foam can be discharge from different outlets Water and foam can be simultaneously discharged from different outlets
59
To apply agent at either side of a flaming aircraft you should position the apparatus where?
Nose or tail
60
2 guidelines to numbering runways
Nearest compass bearing, rounded to nearest tenth L & R to designate which one is which for the approaching pilot
61
2 true statements about military jet fuel
Hypergolic present hazard if inhaled, ingested or absorbed Civilian aviation fuel has a flash point significantly lower than military jet fuel
62
ILS critical area is what kind of sign?
Red background white letters Mandatory instruction sign
63
During fire fighting ops an ARFF apparatus is typically replenished through?
Resupply operations
64
Fire apparatus test record is used how often?
Yearly
65
Non aspirating nozzles provide better what? (Than foam aspirating nozzles)
Reach and penetration

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