Describe a daily check on an SCBA?
- Check using regulator and mask
- Turn on bottle
- Listen for low air alarm
- Check for leaks
- Check HUD and compare to bottle gauge and shoulder gauge
- Ensure bottle is full
- Make sure straps are loose
- Check to make sure its clean and not damaged
- Check all hoses
- Check pack alert is operating for motion and manual activation
- Check battery level for pack alert
At what rate do you fill an SCBA bottle?
300 PSI/minute
What is the procedure when you discover a piece of broken equipment during truck checks?
- Inform captain
- Remove piece of equipment
- Complete an out of service tag
- Replace, if possible, with spare
- Mark on white board on apparatus floor what was removed, from where, and when
When should the engine retarder be used on a fire apparatus? When should it not be used?
- Should be used at all times, unless it is raining or snowing
- Driver is to advise captain that he/she is shutting off the retarder
How much high volume hose is on an AFES apparatus?
157.5 meters (30m x 4, 15m x 2, 7.5m x 1)
What 5 gases does an MSA Altair gas detector detect?
Carbon Monoxide (CO), Hydrogen Cyanide (HCN), Hydrogen Sulfide (H2S), Lower Explosive Limit (LEL), Oxygen (O2)
Before connecting to a standpipe system, what should be done?
Ensure that the openings of the pipes are free and clear of any debris or obstructions
What is a “dead end hydrant”?
Hydrant that only receives water from one direction
When should traffic cones NOT be used?
On roadways with posted speed limits above 90 km/h
What are 5 signs of a backdraft?
- Spongy roof
- Puffing smoke
- Rattling windows
- Smoke stained windows
- Black smoke becoming dense grey-yellow
- Little to no visible flame
What end of a rope do you use to hoist a tool?
Running end
What knot do you tie when securing a rope through a rescue pulley?
Figure 8
When should you cross a highway on foot?
Never
Why does modern building construction last longer?
- Decorative contents
- Energy efficient
- Real wood/granite construction
What are the characteristics of heavy timber?
- Resistive to collapse
- Timeline = around 2 hours
- Structural members > 8”
What are some considerations of purchasing new radios?
- Durable
- Able to be used with gloves on
- Intrinsically safe
- Able to use with SCBA on
What is the oldest principle in the fire service?
Buddy system
When is RIT established?
ASAP, when indicated by IC (when interior attack established)
What radio language do we use?
Formatted plain language
What does SAMPLE stand for?
S - signs
A - allergies
M - medications
P - past medical history
L - last oral intake
E - events leading up to incident
What are 4 examples of where eye protection should be worn and SCBA is not required?
- Medical (VSA)
- MVC Extrication
- Truck/Tool Maintenance
- Rescue (Rope, Water, etc)
What is the service life of an air cylinder?
15 years
When do air cylinders need to be hydrostatically tested?
5 years
What is the proper flow rate when filling air bottles?
300 psi/minute
