Fire Department Connection (FDC) Quiz

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What is the purpose of supplying the FDC with two 3" hose lines?

To prevent loss of supply by using only one line

To provide less volume

To increase friction loss

To reduce friction loss and provide greater volume (correct)

What must be done prior to connecting and charging the second hose line at the FDC?

Utilize double males and females to create working swivels

Inspect for debris and the presence or lack of clappers

Connect and charge the first hose line (correct)

Pump cooling procedures

In case of stiff or 'frozen' swivels on the FDC, what method can be used to overcome this issue?

Inspecting for debris and the presence or lack of clappers

Utilizing double males and females to create working swivels (correct)

Connecting and charging the first hose line

Increasing water movement

When should sprinklers be supplied if there are multiple FDCs located for sprinklers and standpipe?

Before connecting and charging the second hose line Signup and view all the answers

What should driver operators do to prevent churning and overheating of the pump when pumping high pressures with little water movement?

Monitor their apparatus and deploy a discharge line or other pump cooling procedures Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of stairwell support?

To shuttle equipment up and down the building during work and rehab cycles Signup and view all the answers

What should be the level of PPE for personnel in the stairs during stairwell support?

Adequate PPE for the hazard present Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of securing master keys, plans, emergency contacts, and other important information?

To ensure access to important information in emergency situations Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the procedure known as stairwell support?

To shuttle equipment up and down the building during a fire located in the upper stories Signup and view all the answers

What should be the level of PPE for personnel in the stairs during stairwell support?

Adequate PPE for any potential hazard present Signup and view all the answers

When should the pump(s) and valves be shut down according to the given text?

When there is excessive heat buildup from churning Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of securing master keys, plans, emergency contact, and other important information according to the provided text?

To have access to essential information during emergency situations Signup and view all the answers

In what situation is building communications systems suggested to be used according to the given text?

As an alternative to firefighter radios Signup and view all the answers

Fire Department Connection (FDC) Quiz

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What is the purpose of supplying the FDC with two 3" hose lines?

What must be done prior to connecting and charging the second hose line at the FDC?

In case of stiff or 'frozen' swivels on the FDC, what method can be used to overcome this issue?

When should sprinklers be supplied if there are multiple FDCs located for sprinklers and standpipe?

What should driver operators do to prevent churning and overheating of the pump when pumping high pressures with little water movement?

What is the purpose of stairwell support?

What should be the level of PPE for personnel in the stairs during stairwell support?

What is the purpose of securing master keys, plans, emergency contacts, and other important information?

What is the purpose of the procedure known as stairwell support?

What should be the level of PPE for personnel in the stairs during stairwell support?

When should the pump(s) and valves be shut down according to the given text?

What is the purpose of securing master keys, plans, emergency contact, and other important information according to the provided text?

In what situation is building communications systems suggested to be used according to the given text?

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