PPE
NFPA standard that includes washing gear
what is NFPA 1581
3 tactical priorities
Life safety, Incident stabilization, property conversation
Hose size refers to
internal diameter of fire hose
What is Carbon Monoxide a product of
Incomplete combustion
What are the mental factors with SCBA
Adequate training, Self confidence, Emotional stability
How much weight does structural PPE add to a person?
15 to 25 pounds
Two catagories where you can violate two in two out
Confirmned rescue, possible rescue
What keeps hard suction from collapsing during use
Helix wire
What is Carbon Dioxide a product of
Complete combustion
What are the four categories of respiratory hazards associated with fires and other emergencies?
Oxygen deficiency, super heated air, smoke, and toxic gases
Regulator pressure under normal conditions
85-110 psi
Search _______ to increase effeciency
systematically
4 types of fire streams
Solid, straight, broken, fog
What is the Hydrogen Cyanide odor?
Bitter almond
4 ways foam controls fire
Separation, penetration, smothering, cooling
SCBA emergency PSI
145-175 psi
Periodicly listen for what?
fire and sounds of life
4 types of couplings
Pin-
Rocker-
Recessed-
Extended-
What is the Nitrogen Dioxide odor?
Pungent acrid odor
Hose clamp purpose
to shut off water when other control valves are not applicable
Two major mechanical failures
Loss of demand and free flow
Five goals in mind of RIT
Locate FF, Assess FF condition and enviroment,provide air supply, Call for additional resources, remove FF
What are the 4 foam definitions
Foam concentrate-
Foam proportioner-
Foam Solution-
Finished foam
What is the phosgene odor?
Musty hay odor
Daily Double
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