36 Questions
What is the correct method for lifting a heavy ladder?
Using the muscles of the arms and legs while keeping the back straight
Why is it important to keep the ladder as close to the body as possible when lifting?
To distribute the weight evenly
What is the recommended carrying method for one-person ladders?
Shoulder carry
Why should caution be taken when removing ladders from apparatus?
To prevent damage to the ladders or injuries to members
How many points of contact should a ground ladder have to ensure it is safe to climb?
Four
What is the recommended climbing angle for a ladder according to Fresno Fire Department guidelines?
75 degrees
Why should ladders not be placed against rounded overhanging roof surfaces or against the slope of a pitched roof?
To ensure the ladder's stability
What is the main purpose of marking ground ladders with their length at the butt end and using a color-coded marking system?
To eliminate guesswork when removing or replacing ladders from apparatus
Why are ground ladders to be cleaned with mild soap and water, and not harsh soaps or chemicals?
To avoid turning heat sensor labels dark
What is the primary use of a 35-foot extension ladder carried on all truck companies according to Fresno Fire Department guidelines?
Gaining access to third-story windows
When should the command 'All Clear' be used?
When raising the ladder into a vertical position and lowering it back down
What is the purpose of the 'Look Up to Live' command?
To confirm that there are no hazards before raising a ladder into a vertical position
What does the command 'Dogs Locked' indicate?
That the fly section of the ladder is locked into place
In what situation would a firefighter use the 'Fingers and Toes' command?
When raising the fly section of extension ladders
What should a firefighter do after pivoting and raising the ladder to the right shoulder during ladder removal?
Walk back to the approximate center point of the ladder and adjust for proper balance
In ladder placement for roof access, where should the tip of the ladder be positioned?
Approximately five rungs above the roof line
In entering a window, where should the tip of the ladder be placed if space allows?
One to two rungs in the window
For above-ground horizontal ventilation, where should the ladder be positioned in relation to the opening?
On the windward side of the opening
When rescuing, where should the tip of the ladder be placed?
Under the windowsill
In ladder placement for balconies and fire escapes, where is it recommended to place the ladder to avoid a pendulum action?
To the peak of the gable, without resting against it
When adjusting a 35-foot extension ladder, how many firefighters are typically used for the task?
Two firefighters at each beam
What is the recommended climbing angle for a ladder according to Fresno Fire Department guidelines?
75 degrees
When footing a ladder, what stance should the firefighter take and where should they look?
Boxer's stance and look straight forward
How many firefighters are permitted on a 24-foot extension ladder while climbing or working on it?
2
What should a proper ladder climber do to ensure a safe and smooth climb?
Keep the body nearly upright by keeping the arms and knees straight in front of the body and slightly bent.
What is the correct method for moving a raised ladder horizontally without lowering it?
Grasp the second and fifth rungs and move the base of the ladder towards the building.
What is the recommended procedure for passing a ladder up the outside of a building?
One firefighter carries, raises, and places top of the ladder into the window and moves the base against the building.
What should a firefighter do after tilting the base of the ladder toward the building and lifting the ladder overhead in a flat position?
Reposition hands along the beams while observing clearance at the top of the ladder.
What is the purpose of having a color-coded marking system for ground ladders?
To identify ladders at night and in low visibility conditions.
When is it necessary to lower and then re-raise a ladder in its new position?
When moving a ladder that is over 20 feet in length.
What is the recommended method of raising the ladder in a confined area?
Using the under-arm method and standing the ladder in a vertical position with the fly section towards the firefighter
What should be done to lower the top of the ladder onto a structure?
Grasping the beams of the ladder with both hands at shoulder height and adjusting the ladder to the proper climbing angle
What is involved in removing the scuttle-hole cover using 'Fresno' attic ladder?
Opening the scuttle by pushing upward and sliding the scuttle cover over to one side after positioning the ladder
What should be done prior to moving a raised ladder?
Ensuring that both pawls are locked on the desired rung of the bed section of the ladder
What is the correct method for placing a collapsible attic ladder into operation?
Pulling the beams away from each other and then moving them in the opposite direction until they lock into position
What is recommended in terms of ladder adjustment for proper climbing angle?
Adjusting it for proper climbing angle by raising or lowering its fly section as needed
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