TCFP Driver/ Operator Questions And Answers Graded A+ Solutions

TCFP Driver/ Operator Questions And Answers Graded A+ Solutions .____________ is pressure gained when the nozzle is below the pump. - ANSWER-Elevation gain .______________ expansion describes the ratio of finished foam solution after the concentrate is mixed with water, agitated, and aspirated through a foam-making appliance. - ANSWER-Foam .______________ is pressure lost when the nozzle is above the pump. - ANSWER-Elevation loss ._______________ evolutions are standard methods of working with fire hose to accomplish different objectives in a variety of situations. - ANSWER-Fire hose ._______________ has a significant effect on the weight of water. - ANSWER-Temperature .________________ foam is particularly useful for protecting buildings in rural areas during forest and brush fires when the water supply is limited. - ANSWER-Class A .________________ is the forward pressure measured at a discharge opening while water is moving. - ANSWER-Flow pressure .________________ is the process of of pouring foam concentrate directly into the fire apparatus water tank, thereby mixing a large amount of foam at one time. - ANSWER-Batch mixing .________________ refers to the pressure required at the nozzle to deliver the fire stream and flow rate for which the nozzle was designed. - ANSWER-Nozzle pressure ._________________ pressure in a system is identified by water that is not moving. - ANSWER-Static .__________________ foams are used for the exinguishment of Class B fires involving hydrocarbons. - ANSWER-Protein .__________________ is the term used to describe pressure in a water system during a period of normal consumption. - ANSWER-Normal operating pressure .__________________ nozzles produce fine droplets of water that absorb heat quickly. - ANSWER-Fog stream .___________________ are a proactive means that critical functions are assigned to team members prior to arrival. - ANSWER-Assigned riding positions .___________________ inspections include all on-board systems and all carried equipment. - ANSWER-Routine .___________________ is a key consideration for the driver/operator that is critical for building a successful team, instilling confidence in crew members, and supporting positive response outcomes. - ANSWER- .___________________ is defined as the cessation of proper functioning or performance. - ANSWER-Failure .___________________ systems are the most common of system in use today and are designed for use with Class A foam and with many Class B foam concentrates, depending on the viscosity of the concentrate. - ANSWER-Injection .______________________ is the term used to describe a pressure surge or wave caused by the kinetic energy of a fluid in motion when it is forced to stop or change direction suddenly. - ANSWER-Water hammer .______________________ is the term used to describe the amount of pressure that remains in the system when water is flowing. - ANSWER-Residual Pressure ._________________________ along with a variety of state and provincial health and safety agencies, develops and enforces government regulations on workplace safety, and in some cases, responder safety. - ANSWER-Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) .___________________________ are the best sources for retrieving the answers to specific equipment operational questions. - ANSWER-Operating Manuals .( # of stories -1) X 5 - ANSWER-Formula for EP .= 0.0505 X GPM X √NP - ANSWER-Fog Nozzle Reaction .1.57 X d² X NP - ANSWER-Smooth Bore Nozzle Reaction .1000 gallons (4000 L) - ANSWER-A mobile water supply apparatus is equipped with one or more water tanks that meet the requirements of NFPA 1901 and have a minimum certified capacity of: .1000 gallons (4000 L) - ANSWER-In order for a fire apparatus to be classified as a mobile water supply apparatus, it must have a water tank that holds a minimum of: .115 Ft (35 M) - ANSWER-According to NFPA 1901, for a fire apparatus to meet the classification of aerial, what is the minimum number of feet in length that the total complement of ground ladders must meet? .115 ft (35 m) - ANSWER-To be considered an aerial fire apparatus as defined by NFPA 1901, the apparatus must include at a minimum, a _____________ total complement of ground ladders that are supplied and installed by the manufacturer. .15 ft (4.5 m); 20 ft (6m) - ANSWER-If a mobile water supply apparatus is equipped with a fire pump, it must carry a minimum of ___________ of soft suction hose _____________ of hard suction hose with a strainer. .1911 - ANSWER-Performance testing is typically performed by a qualified EVT level 2 technician, as defined by NFPA: .2 - ANSWER-In order for a fire apparatus to be classified as a "quint". It must carry a minimum of ___________ combination spray nozzles capable of flowing 95 GPM (360 L/Min) .200 gallons (750 L - ANSWER-According to NFPA 1901, in order for a fire apparatus to be classified as an initial attack fire apparatus, it must have a water tank capable of carrying a minimum of: .200:1 to 1000:1 - ANSWER-High-expansion foam has a foam expansion ratio in the range of: .250 (1000 L/Min) - ANSWER-According to NFPA 1901, in order for a fire apparatus to be classified as an initial attack fire apparatus, it must have a pump rated a minimum of ___________ GPM. .29.7 X d² X √NP - ANSWER-Formula for GPM .3/4 = 1100 2 1/2 = 2 1 = 150 3 with 2 1/2 couplings = 0.8 1 1/2 = 24 3 with 3 couplings = 0.67 1 3/4 = 15.5 3 1/2 = .34 2= 8 4 = .2 4 1/2 =.1 5= .08 6= .05 - ANSWER-Friction Coefficients .300 FT (90 m); 2 1/2- inch (65-mm) - ANSWER-To be classified as an initial attack pumper, NFPA 1901 requires a minimum of ________________ of ___________________ or larger fire supply hose. .300 Gallons ( 1135 L) - ANSWER-An apparatus must carry a minimum of _______________ of water to be classified as a pumper. .35 mi/h - ANSWER-According to NFPA 1901, all fire service apparatus must, when loaded to its estimated in service weight, be capable o attaining a minimum speed of ______________ within 25 seconds from a standing start while on dry, paved roads that are in good condition. .400 Ft (120 m) - ANSWER-According to NFPA 1901, what is the minimum amount of attack hose to be carried on a pumper? .400 ft (120 m) - ANSWER-According to NFPA 1901, what is the minimum amount of attack hose to be carried on an initial attack fire apparatus? .750 gallons (2840 L) - ANSWER-According to NFPA 1901, a pumper should be equipped with permanently mounted pump at a minimum rating of __________ of water per minute. .750 gpm (3000 L/min) - ANSWER-The mobile foam fire apparatus, as defined in NFPA 1901, shall be equipped with a fire pump that has a minimum rated capacity of: