Driver Operator Responsibilities and Safety
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What is the purpose of the Monthly Hydrant Water Usage Log?

  • To document water usage for recreational activities.
  • To track hydrant maintenance schedules.
  • To maintain a log of hydrant cap installations.
  • To report all hydrant water usage related to operational activities. (correct)

    • What should be done if a fire hydrant is found to be non-functional?

  • Notify the officer and the Water Officer using the prescribed notice. (correct)
  • Consider it operational and utilize it for training exercises.
  • Immediately attempt to repair it without notifying anyone.
  • Ignore the issue until the next inspection.

    • What is the recommended speed when laying 5” supply lines?

  • 5 mph to ensure maximum safety.
  • There is no specific speed limit.
  • 20 mph to ensure quick deployment.
  • 10 – 15 mph to prevent couplings from dropping. (correct)

    • How heavy is each section of the 5” hose when dry?

    <p>Over 100 pounds.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What device is required to remove Captivater locking fire hydrant caps?

    <p>A Captivater hydrant wrench.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Before charging the hydrant, what should be done with the supply lines?

    <p>Move them off to the side of the roadway.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How often must each Battalion submit hydrant water usage records?

    <p>Monthly.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What action must be taken upon finding a fire hydrant in disrepair?

    <p>Fill out the Fire Hydrant Non-Functional Notice.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Under what circumstance is a 'U' turn on limited access highways permitted?

    <p>If the next exit is excessively far away</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a Code 1 response characterized by?

    <p>Normal driving without emergency lights or siren</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the recommended separation distance between two or more units traveling Code 3 together?

    <p>300 to 500 feet</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which action is NOT recommended when driving at night?

    <p>Keep headlights and windshield dirty</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should you do if your vehicle starts to skid?

    <p>Remove your foot from the accelerator and steer into the skid</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When responding to an emergency, which behavior should be avoided?

    <p>Passing other emergency vehicles responding with you</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following best describes a Code 2 response?

    <p>Non-emergency response with emergency warning lights</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When driving on a limited access highway, what should you NOT do at other times?

    <p>Make a 'U' turn</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary goal of a Driver Operator (DO) when responding to a call?

    <p>To ensure the apparatus and crew reach the scene safely and efficiently</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which factor is NOT mentioned as a cause of vehicle collisions in firefighters?

    <p>Poor communication among the crew</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What percentage of firefighter injuries and deaths is attributed to vehicle collisions while responding to calls?

    <p>20-25%</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What must a Driver Operator ensure compliance with when operating an emergency vehicle?

    <p>All applicable laws and regulations</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which driving technique is emphasized for Driver Operators to reduce risk?

    <p>Defensive driving techniques</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following risks should a Driver Operator be mindful of if complacency sets in?

    <p>Decreased awareness of surroundings</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should a Driver Operator anticipate when driving to an emergency scene?

    <p>The actions of other drivers on the road</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one of the major hazards faced by firefighting personnel compared to actually fighting fire?

    <p>Traveling to or from a fire</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the typical average fire flow required for a single family dwelling?

    <p>250 to 500 GPM</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When should the first tender begin dumping water at the fire scene for optimal ISO ratings?

    <p>Within 5 minutes of arrival</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What factors are included in the formula to determine how many gallons per minute each tender can provide?

    <p>Tender gallons, connection time, fill time, and driving time</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a crucial consideration when laying out supply lines in rural areas?

    <p>Supply lines should be laid out on one side of the roadway.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the average amount of water required to extinguish a typical single family dwelling?

    <p>2,000 to 10,000 gallons</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be done if a draft site is inaccessible?

    <p>Utilize float-a-pumps as a last resort</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How many float-a-pumps are recommended to be used for optimal performance?

    <p>Two high volume float-a-pumps</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is advised regarding the positioning of fire apparatus in rural areas?

    <p>Avoid blocking future access of incoming apparatus.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the relationship between fluid pressure and the surface it acts upon?

    <p>Fluid pressure is perpendicular to the surface.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How is fluid pressure in a static liquid described?

    <p>It is the same in all directions.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens to pressure when it is applied to a confined fluid?

    <p>It is transmitted equally in all directions.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following describes how liquid pressure in an open container relates to depth?

    <p>It is directly proportional to depth.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What determines the pressure of a liquid in an open container?

    <p>The density of the liquid.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of pressure remains when water is flowing?

    <p>Residual Pressure</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How can the area of a rectangle be calculated?

    <p>By multiplying the length by the width.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the formula for calculating the area of a circle?

    <p>Area = 0.7854 × d²</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Driver Operator Responsibilities

    • The Driver Operator (DO) is responsible for safely transporting the apparatus and crew to the scene.
    • DOs must follow all Florida state motor vehicle laws, county driver rules, and relevant Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations.
    • DOs must comply with departmental policies/procedures and Standard Operating Guidelines (SOG).

    Defensive Driving

    • DOs must understand defensive driving, including safe following distances, evasive maneuvers, and anticipating other drivers’ actions.
    • DOs should understand reaction and braking times, and weight transfer of apparatus.

    Emergency Vehicle Operations

    • Code 1 response is normal driving without emergency lights and siren.
    • Code 2 response is normal driving with emergency warning lights only.
    • Code 3 response is the use of lights and/or siren while responding to an emergency call.

    Multiple Unit Response

    • When traveling Code 3 together in the same direction, maintain a distance of at least 300 to 500 feet apart.
    • DO NOT pass another emergency vehicle responding Code 3 with you.

    Night Driving Techniques

    • Dim the dash and panel lights.
    • Reduce speed.
    • Ensure headlights and windshield are clean.
    • Keep your eyes moving – scan the roadway.

    Hydrant Water Usage

    • Each Battalion must submit all hydrant water usage to the Water Officer on a monthly basis.
    • Water use should be documented using policy #FR-B-103 Attachment B, the “Monthly Hydrant Water Usage Log”.
    • This includes water used for tank refills, weekly truck checks, training exercises, and any emergency fire operations.
    • If a hydrant is in disrepair or out of service, notify the FOO and the Water Officer using policy #FR-B-103 Attachment A, the “Fire Hydrant Non-Functional/Out of Service Notice”.

    Supply Line Operations

    • When laying 5” supply lines from or to a hydrant, drive between 10 – 15 mph.
    • Do not exceed 15 mph.
    • Ensure supply lines are moved off to the side of the roadway before charging the hydrant.

    Captivater Hydrant Caps

    • Some fire hydrants are equipped with Captivater locking fire hydrant caps.
    • These caps are identified by the stainless steel “Lock Barrel” in the center of the cap.
    • You must use a Captivater hydrant wrench to remove these caps.
    • Every Palm Beach County Fire Rescue operational unit is outfitted with a Captivater hydrant wrench.

    Rural Water Supply Considerations

    • Dispatch will automatically assign a second Tender when required or requested for supplemental water supply.
    • It is not recommended to use master stream devices or aerial apparatus until a secure water source can be established.
    • A standard 1 ¼ acre lot is approximately 200’ feet in width.
    • Keep supply lines to one side of the roadway to allow access for later-arriving apparatus.
    • Position all apparatus so as not to block future access of incoming apparatus.
    • A typical single-family dwelling requires an average fire flow between 250 to 500 GPM.
    • A typical single-family dwelling requires an average of 2,000 to 10,000 gallons of water to extinguish.

    Flow Calculation

    • Use the following formula to determine the gallons per minute each tender can provide for water shuttle operations: V/ (A + B + C) = GPM V = Tender gallons A = Time to connect to supply and empty (minutes) B = Time to connect and fill tank (minutes) C = Driving time (minutes)

    • The first tender must begin dumping water within 5 minutes of the first pumper’s arrival at the fire scene for optimal ISO ratings.

    • The pumper must continue to be supplied with a minimum of 250 GPM for two hours.

    Float-a-Pumps

    • Carried on PBCFR Brush Trucks.
    • Capacities vary from unit to unit.
    • It is recommended that a minimum of two high volume float-a-pumps be used to relay water.
    • Place the source pumper as close as possible to the float-a-pumps.

    Fluid Dynamics

    • 1st Principle: Fluid pressure is perpendicular to any surface on which it acts.
    • 2nd Principle: When a fluid is at rest, fluid pressure is the same in all directions.
    • 3rd Principle: Pressure that is applied to a confined fluid from without is transmitted equally in all directions.
    • 4th Principle: The pressure of a liquid in an open container is proportional to its depth.
    • 5th Principle: The pressure of a liquid in an open container is proportional to the density of the liquid.
    • 6th Principle: The pressure of a liquid on the bottom of a container is independent of the shape of the vessel.

    Types of Pressure

    • Static pressure: Water at rest or not moving.
    • Flow pressure: The velocity of water coming from a discharge opening.
    • Residual pressure: Pressure remaining when water is flowing.
    • Elevation pressure: Pressure gain or loss due to elevation.
    • Atmospheric pressure: Pressure exerted by the air surrounding us (14.7 psi at sea level).

    Finding the Area

    • “Area” is expressed in “square” units.
    • Determine the “area” of a container, building, or geographical area by measuring the length and width and then multiplying the two.
    • Be sure to convert all measurements to the same units before multiplying.

    Finding the Area of a Circle

    • Use the formula: Area = 0.7854 x d2 where “d” represents the diameter of the circle.
    • Convert all measurements to the same units before multiplication.

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    This quiz covers the essential responsibilities of a Driver Operator, including safe transportation of crews, adherence to laws and regulations, and understanding emergency vehicle operations. It also emphasizes defensive driving techniques and the different response codes for emergency situations.

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