Power Tools & Generators
Proper cleaning instructions for power tools
SOP's/SOG's/Manufacturers Recommendations
This outdoor paved location directly adjacent to the station provides an ideal area for service testing fire hose
Empty parking lot
The primary focus of public fire and life safety presentations is providing the audience with information regarding this topic.
Risk Reduction
Private-dwelling fire and life safety surveys are always conducted on this operation basis.
Voluntary
This system component senses products of combustion and sends a signal to the fire alarm control panel.
Initiating device
Criteria for replacing generator spark plugs
Signs of arching
To prevent a pressurized hoseline from dangerously whipping back and forth if it ruptures during testing, this piece of equipment is used.
Hose test gate valve
This document outlines the specific materials to be taught and the teaching procedures to be followed during a presentation.
Lesson plan
Stacks of papers or clothing stored near a home heater represent a common hazard that should be identified during a survey.
Common causes of residential fires
This type of smoke detector detecs small particles and aerosols produced during fire that are invisible to the naked eye.
To prevent damage to a portable generator during startup, you should always avoid doing this
Have something already plugged in
When service testing hose, connecting test lengths should not exceed this maximum length to ensure air can be easitly purged.
300'
When delivering safety messages to young children, presentations should be kept short, interesting, and use these types of statements.
Positive (telling them what TO do instead of what NOT TO do)
Firefighters entering a residence to conduct a safety survey should always operate in tearms of this minimum size.
Two or more
This section of vertical piping connects the main sprinkler valve, water supply, and FDC.
Riser
All gas-powered or diesel-powered tools and equipment should always be started and operated in this type of location.
Well Ventilated
A hoseline must be immediately removed from service if this coupling defect is observed during testing.
Couplings loosening from the hose
During a fire station tour, visitors should never be allowed to participate in this unsupervised activity.
Exploring the firestation on their own
One of the main objectives when conducting a residential safety survey is helping the occupant understand how to do this.
emergency exit plan
This type of sprinkler valve features a hollow metal post housing the valve stem with a plate displaying "OPEN" or "SHUT"
Post Indicator Valve (PIV)
Maintenance on this specific system is NOT typically performed by a FFII and requires a qualified technician
Electrical Systems
Complete fire hose testing documentation must include test dates and this specific reason for this outcome.
Hose Failure
If a community member raises a complaint during a public program, the firefighter should listen actively and take this action.
Resolve it if possible or refer them to someone who can.
the excessive accumulationof contents in a home that creates structural or egress hazards is documentated as this unsafe behavior.
Hoarding
Physical barriers such as door gaskets and fire stops are examples of this type of smoke control system.
Passive smoke control systems