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What benefit do handtools provide to firefighters? |
They extend or multiply the actions of the body and increase the effectiveness in performing specific functions |
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What does being effective mean? |
That you achieve the desired goal |
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What does being efficient mean? |
That you produce the desired effect without wasting time or energy |
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What do SOPs and SOGs state about tools and equipment? |
They specify which tools and equipment are needed in various situations |
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Who will tell you or what dictates the tools used in different situations? |
Company Officer SOPs |
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What are the 6 tool groups based on the function that each performs? |
Rotating Prying or spreading Pushing or pulling Striking Cutting Multiple use |
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What are rotating tools? |
Tools that apply a rotational force to make something turn |
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What is a box-end wrench? |
A hand tool with a closed and that is used to tighten or loosen bolts |
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What are gripping pliers? |
A pincer-like working end that can also be used to bend wire or hold smaller objects |
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What is an open end wrench? |
A hand tool with an open and that is used to tighten or loosen bolts |
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What is a combination wrench? |
An open and wrench on one end and a box end wrench on the other |
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What is a pipe wrench? |
A wrench with one fixed grip and one movable grip that can be adjusted to fit securely around pipes and other tubular objects |
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What are pushing and pulling tools? |
These tools can extend the reach of the fire fighter as well as increase the power the fire fighter can exert upon an object |
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What is a pike pole? |
Wood or fiberglass poles that have a metal head attached to one end. Primarily used to pull down a ceiling |
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What is a closet hook? |
Intended for use in tight spaces, are commonly 2 to 4 feet long |
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What is a ceiling hook? |
Longwood or fiberglass pole and a metal point with a spur at right angles Used to probe ceilings and pull down plaster lath material |
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What is a Clemens hook? |
Multipurpose tool used for forcible entry and ventilation |
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What is a drywall hook? |
Specialized version of a pipe pole designed to remove drywall |
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What is a multipurpose hook? |
A long pole with a wooden or fiberglass handle and a metal hook |
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What is a plaster hook? |
Pointed head and two retractable cutting blades on the side |
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What is a Roofmans hook? |
Long pole with a solid metal hook |
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What is a San Francisco hook? |
Multipurpose tool for forcible entry and ventilation that includes a built-in gas shut off and directional slot |
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What is a K tool? |
Used to pull the lock cylinder out of the door, exposing the locking mechanism so it can be unlocked easily |
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What is a shove knife? |
Used to release the latch on a door, specifically outward swinging doors |
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What are prying or spreading tools? |
May be as simple as a prybar or as mechanically complex as a hydraulic spreader |
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What is a Halligan tool? |
Designed in 1948 by New York City fire fighter Incorporates a sharp tapered pick, a blade, and a fork or claw |
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What is a claw bar? |
A pointed claw hook on one end and a fork or flat chisel pry on the other; forcible entry |
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What is a flat bar? |
A specialized prying tool made of flat steel with prying ends; forced entry |
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What is a Hux bar? |
Multipurpose tool, forcible entry and ventilation, can be used as a hydrant wrench |
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What is a Kelly tool? |
Steel bar with two main features: a large pick and a large chisel or fork |
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What is a rabbit tool? |
Designed to quickly open doors |
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What are striking tools? |
Used to apply an impact force to an object |
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What are cutting tools? |
Cutting tools have sharp edges that several objects |
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What are hacksaw‘s? |
Designed to cut metal |
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What are hacksaw‘s? |
Designed to cut metal |
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What is a coping saw? |
Used to cut curves in wood |
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What are hacksaw‘s? |
Designed to cut metal |
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What is a coping saw? |
Used to cut curves in wood |
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What is a keyhole saw? |
A specialty saw, used to cut key holes in wood and drywall |
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What are the three primary types of mechanical saws? |
Chainsaws, rotary saws, and reciprocating saws |
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What are the three primary types of mechanical saws? |
Chainsaws, rotary saws, and reciprocating saws |
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What are rotary saws? |
Powered by either electric motors or gasoline engines, the cutting part of the saw is a round metal blade with teeth |
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What are the three primary types of mechanical saws? |
Chainsaws, rotary saws, and reciprocating saws |
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What are rotary saws? |
Powered by either electric motors or gasoline engines, the cutting part of the saw is a round metal blade with teeth |
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What is a reciprocating saw? |
Powered by either an electric motor or battery motor that rapidly pulls a sawblade back-and-forth |
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What are the three primary types of mechanical saws? |
Chainsaws, rotary saws, and reciprocating saws |
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What are cutting torches? |
Produce an extremely high temperature flame and are capable of heating steel until it melts, thereby cutting through an object Produce high temperatures up to 5700°F Cannot be used in situations where flammable fuels are present |
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What are come alongs? |
Small, hand operated winches for lifting or moving heavy objects or bending objects |
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What are come alongs? |
Small, hand operated winches for lifting or moving heavy objects or bending objects |
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What are the basic steps of fire suppression? |
Response and size up Forcible entry Interior attack Search and rescue Rapid intervention Ventilation Overhaul |
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What is combined operations? |
One crew advancing a hose line to attack the fire Another crew may be searching for occupants Their crew may be performing ventilation tasks Together this is referred to as combined operations |
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What are the basic set of tools for interior fire fighting? |
Prying tool Striking tool Cutting tool Pushing/polling tool Hand light or portable light |
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What are the basic set of tools for interior fire fighting? |
Prying tool Striking tool Cutting tool Pushing/polling tool Hand light or portable light |
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What tools are used during search and rescue operations? |
Hand light or flashlight Portable radio Thermal imaging devices Hose lines Ladders Search ropes Tubular webbing or short rope Chalk, crayons, felt tip markers, etc. |
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What are the basic set of tools for interior fire fighting? |
Prying tool Striking tool Cutting tool Pushing/polling tool Hand light or portable light |
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What tools are used during search and rescue operations? |
Hand light or flashlight Portable radio Thermal imaging devices Hose lines Ladders Search ropes Tubular webbing or short rope Chalk, crayons, felt tip markers, etc. |
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What equipment should RIC carry? |
Thermal imaging devices Additional portable lighting Search ropes Prying tools Striking tools Cutting tools SCBA and spare air cylinders Litter or patient packaging device |
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What is the objective of ventilation? |
To provide opening so that fresh air can enter a building structure and hot gases and products of combustion can escape from the building |
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What do you negative pressure fans do? |
Known as smoke ejector‘s, draw contaminated air out of a building |
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What do positive pressure fans do? |
Blow clean air into a building to force contaminated air out |
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Why might a gasoline powered fan not be suitable in certain situations? |
Because it can introduce carbon monoxide into a structure if an exhaust hose is not available |
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What is the purpose of salvage and overhaul? |
To protect property and belongings from damage and ensure that all hidden fires are extinguished |
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What tools are used during salvage and overhaul operations? |
Salvage covers and floor runners Sprinkler shut off tools Water removal equipment Ventilation equipment Pushing tools Prying tools Cutting tools Debris removal tools Thermal imaging devices |
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What are salvage covers used for? |
To shield and cover building contents |
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What are salvage covers used for? |
To shield and cover building contents |
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What are floor runners used for? |
To cover a section of carpet or hardwood flooring |
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Why should you avoid painting tools? |
Because paint may hide defects or visible damage |
