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What are the 2 types of ropes? |
Life safety and Utility |
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What is the NFPA for life safety rope? |
1983 |
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What is the criteria in order for life safety rope to be reused? |
No abrasions or visible damage Not been exposed to heat or direct flames Not been subjected to impact load Not exposed to chemicals in any form or other material that can deteriorate rope Passed inspection by qualified personnel |
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What is impact load? |
Sudden load placed on rope |
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What type of rope needs to have a rope log? |
Life safety rope |
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When must life safety rope be destroyed? |
When it is subjected to an impact load or it fails inspection |
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What is utility rope used for? |
Hoisting equipment, securing objects, cordon off area |
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What is the NFPA for utility rope? |
It does not have a NFPA |
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True or False Life safety rope can be downgraded to utility rope? |
True |
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Fire service rope can be constructed of what types of fiber categories? |
Natural and synthetic |
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Name some synthetic fibers? |
Polypropylene, polyester, nylon, polysteel, Kevlar, spectra |
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Name some materials used in natural fiber rope. |
Manila, sisal, cotton |
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What are disadvantages of natural fiber ropes? |
Mildew / mold, burns when in contact with embers / flames |
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Kernmantle |
Rope that consist of a protective shield (mantle) over the load-bearing core strands (kern) |
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Dynamic rope |
Rope made to stretch under load, reducing the shock of impact after a fall |
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Static rope |
Rope designed not to stretch under load |
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What % of strength is found in the core of kernmantle rope? |
75 % of strength is found in the core |
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What are the 4 types of rope construction? |
Kernmantle Laid (twisted) Braided Braid-on-braid |
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How often should rope be inspected? |
After each use or yearly if not used |
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How should rope be inspected? |
Visually and by touch |
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What are things to look for while conducting an inspection on rope? |
Checking for imbedded shards of glass, metal shavings, wood splinter or any other foreign objects that can damage fibers |
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Sharp angles and bends can reduce the strength of rope by what percent? |
Up to 50% |
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What are the 3 ways you can wash rope? |
By hand, rope washing device, washing machine |
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When washing rope how must it be done? |
Using lukewarm water and mild detergent or fabric softener |
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When should rope be dried? |
Immediately after it has been washed and rinsed |
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What is the best method to store rope? |
In a nylon or canvas storage bag |
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True or False it is acceptable to hoist pressurized cylinders like SCBA's |
False it is unacceptable |
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What are the different parts of rope? |
Working end Running part Standing part |
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What is a tag line used for? |
It is used to help make sure objects don't scrape the side of the building |
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NFPA 1931 |
Standard for manufacturers design of fire department ground ladders |
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NFPA 1931 requires folding ladders to hold a minimum of how many pounds? |
300 lbs |
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Single roof, combination and extension ladders must support a minimum of how many pounds? |
750 lbs |
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Maintenance and service testing is covered under what NFPA? |
1932 |
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Ladder length is required to be how far from the butt plate of a ladder? |
12 inches |
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True or False a ladder may be painted? |
True they can be painted white or have reflective stripes attached to make it visible |
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Ladders are constructed out of what 3 materials? |
Metal, wood, or fiberglass |
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Heat sensors are required on ladders made out of what materials? |
Metal and fiberglass |
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Heat sensors would activate at what temperature? |
300 degrees Fahrenheit |
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Single ladder lengths range from ____ length to ____ length. |
6-39 feet |
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Most common length for single ladders is what? |
12-24 feet |
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Roof ladders come in what lengths? |
12-24 feet |
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The most common length for a folding ladder is what? |
10 feet |
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Extension ladders rang from ____ to _____ length. |
12 to 39 feet |
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Folding ladders are found in what sizes? |
8 to 16 feet |
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Combination ladders range from ____ to _____. |
8 to 14 feet |
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The most common length for combination ladders is what? |
10 feet |
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NFPA 1901 |
Requirements for ladders to be carried on a pumper apparatus. |
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What ladders are to be carried on a pumper apparatus? |
1 single ladder (roof) 1 extension ladder 1 folding ladder |
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How often are ladders supposed to be inspected? |
After each use or monthly |
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When should ladders be inspected? |
After each use |
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When should ladders be inspected? |
After each use |
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What should be used to remove tar, oil, grease? |
Water and mild soap or environmentally safe solvents |
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When should ladders be inspected? |
After each use |
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What should be used to remove tar, oil, grease? |
Water and mild soap or environmentally safe solvents |
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Extension ladders should not be raised within how many feet of electrical wires? |
10 feet |
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How many firefighters are allowed on a ladder? |
1 for every 10 feet |
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What angle needs to be maintained for climbing on a ladder? |
75 degree |
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What angle needs to be maintained for climbing on a ladder? |
75 degree |
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Extension ladders need to go how far past a roofs edge? |
3 to 5 rungs |
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What 2 objectives must be met when placing a ladder? |
Proper placement for its use Insuring the butt is the proper distance from the building |
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What is tactical ventilation? |
Planned systematic and coordinated removal of hot air, smoke, gases |
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True or False Tactical ventilation should only be preformed once a attack hose team is in place and is ready to advance on the fire |
True |
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What can be expected of smoke and gases accumulate in a structure? |
Visual impairment Lack of oxygen Presence of toxic gases Presence of flammable gases Possibly of rapid fire development |
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What can flames indicate? |
The size and location of the fire |
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What are the different types of ventilation? |
Vertical and horizontal |
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What are the different types of ventilation? |
Vertical and horizontal |
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What are the different means of ventilation? |
Natural and mechanical |
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What can affect tactical ventilation? |
Wind Temperature Pressure precipitation Relative humidity |
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What can affect tactical ventilation? |
Wind Temperature Pressure precipitation Relative humidity |
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What is the most important weather related influences on ventilation? |
Wind |
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What type of resources are needed for tactical ventilation? |
Forcible entry tools Power saws Fans Blowers Smoke ejectors Flexible ducts Stacking/hanging devices Electrical cords Generators |
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What is the disadvantage of hydraulic ventilation? |
Increasing water damage to the structure |
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What is the oldest type of ventilation? |
N-negative P-pressure V-ventilation |
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What is the oldest type of ventilation? |
N-negative P-pressure V-ventilation |
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Windward |
The side from which wind is blowing |
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What is the oldest type of ventilation? |
N-negative P-pressure V-ventilation |
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Windward |
The side from which wind is blowing |
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Leeward |
Protected side: the direction opposite from which the wind is blowing |
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PPV |
Positive Pressure Ventilation |
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PPV |
Positive Pressure Ventilation |
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How far from a structure’s door should a blower be placed? |
4 to 6 feet |
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What does the door man need to check for when a blower is being used? |
Make sure that the cone of air covers all parts of the doorway |
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Where should PPV be placed when ventilating a multi story building? |
At the lowest point |
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What is the main problem when using PPV in aboveground operations? |
Coordinating the opening and closing of doors |
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When preforming hydraulic ventilation how far from the opening should the nozzle be? |
At least 2 feet |
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When preforming hydraulic ventilation how far from the opening should the nozzle be? |
At least 2 feet |
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What types of roofs cannot be sounded? |
Tile or slate |
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How wide and long should a trench cut be made? |
3-4 feet wide and the full length of the roof |
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How far ahead of an advancing fire should a trench cut be made? |
30 feet |
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What are the different types of roofs? |
Flat Pitched Arched |
