Fire Apparatus Driver/Operator Chapter 7
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What is the ultimate goal of the driver in fire service hydraulics?

  • To calculate theoretical hydraulics
  • To provide the correct flow to the nozzle (correct)
  • To minimize friction loss
  • To study water characteristics
  • What is the total pressure needed to overcome all friction, appliance, and elevation loss in fireground operations?

  • Scientific hydraulics
  • Pump discharge pressure (correct)
  • Friction loss
  • Nozzle pressure
  • What is the pressure required at the nozzle for fog nozzles traditionally?

  • 80 psi
  • 50 psi
  • 100 psi (correct)
  • 120 psi
  • What is nozzle reaction in fireground operations?

    <p>The opposing reaction that occurs as water is expelled from the nozzle</p> Signup and view all the answers

    FL varies in direct proportion to what?

    <p>The length of the hose</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens to FL when the flow is doubled?

    <p>FL is quadrupled</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the pressure exerted by water per 1 ft of water column?

    <p>0.434 psi</p> Signup and view all the answers

    At what rate does the pressure change for each floor of elevation in residential structures?

    <p>5 psi</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the appliance loss for master streams with a flow of 350 gpm or more?

    <p>25 psi</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When should the PDP not exceed 200 psi as a general rule?

    <p>Unless you know the system is designed to handle the pressure</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of pressure reducing valves in standpipe risers?

    <p>To regulate pressure when static pressures exceed 175 psi</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How are high rise buildings typically spaced in terms of elevation?

    <p>In 12-14 ft increments</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What method is used to determine FL in 2.5" lines only flowing 160 gpm or greater?

    <p>Minus 10 method</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the formula for FL in a 3.5" line according to the given information?

    <p>$FL = Q^2/3$</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When should NFPA 14 require the installation of a device at the outlet to restrict or reduce the flow pressure?

    <p>When pressures while flowing exceed 100 psi</p> Signup and view all the answers

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