Engine Ops | Hose Line Deployment 3

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What is the main benefit of utilizing the back stretch technique for deploying the hose bundle?

It minimizes the risk of messy hose deployment

It provides better water flow to extinguish the fire

It ensures timely delays in deploying the bundle

It allows for quick and efficient deployment in narrow spaces (correct)

Why is it important for firefighters to fully commit to the chosen technique when deploying the hose bundle?

To prevent messy hose deployment (correct)

To allow for quick and efficient deployment in narrow spaces

To minimize time delays in deploying the bundle

To ensure better water flow for fire extinguishment

What should firefighters remember when making entry into the structure, regardless of the deployment technique used?

To split the door as outlined in the manual (correct)

To fully commit to the chosen deployment technique

To avoid using the back stretch technique during entry

To walk the hose into place with a forward stretch

Why is being indecisive when deploying the hose bundle problematic for firefighters?

It increases the risk of messy hose deployment Signup and view all the answers

What should firefighters ensure when deploying a modified minuteman load?

Choosing the correct technique for deploying the load Signup and view all the answers

In what situation is utilizing the back stretch technique particularly beneficial?

In areas where walking the hose into place with a forward stretch may be difficult Signup and view all the answers

What does the driver do after the nozzle firefighter walks between the cars?

The driver pulls the loop section until it is tight and completely out of the hose bed. Signup and view all the answers

What does the crew achieve by placing the looped section between the two cars?

Maximized working length of hose Signup and view all the answers

What does the pump operator do after the crew places all its workable hose on the fire side of the vehicles?

Returns to the pump panel to charge the line Signup and view all the answers

What does the driver do with the loop section after it is pulled past the chosen opening?

Places it between the two cars Signup and view all the answers

What does the nozzle firefighter do after reaching the opening between the two cars?

Proceeds to walk in a straight line between the cars Signup and view all the answers

What action does the driver take at the back tire of the first target car?

Waits with the loop section Signup and view all the answers

What happens to the driver with the loop section when the bundle is carried through by the nozzle firefighter?

Continues to pull the loop until it is tight Signup and view all the answers

What is the main drawback of the back stretch?

Crews have to backtrack their steps multiple times Signup and view all the answers

What is the key benefit of the forward stretch?

Minimizing wasted effort by walking toward the structure Signup and view all the answers

In what type of environment is split stretching most beneficial?

Tight urban environments and narrow access walkways Signup and view all the answers

What is crucial to remember when split stretching in relation to the door?

The orientation of the hose nozzle and first coupling Signup and view all the answers

What does the formula for estimating hose stretch help with?

Estimating how much hose is needed to cover the entire structure Signup and view all the answers

What is recommended if in doubt when estimating the size of a structure?

Overestimate rather than cut it short Signup and view all the answers

What does pulling the engine past the structure allow for?

Easier access for ladder deployment Signup and view all the answers

What is the goal of splitting cars when performing a fire deployment?

"To get 100' of usable hose on the fire side of the cars along the street" Signup and view all the answers

"What should be rotated 180° to prevent a possible kink from forming?"

Shoulder load Signup and view all the answers

What should be done before splitting cars during a two-firefighter deployment method?

Start by pulling whichever section is closest to the building Signup and view all the answers

What should be deployed and set up for a successful attack after splitting cars for a two-firefighter deployment method?

Nozzle firefighter's shoulder bundle Signup and view all the answers

What happens when there is too much hose in front of a house during hose advancement?

It creates a potential safety hazard and slows down hose advancement Signup and view all the answers