Firefighting Operations Bulletin No. 2: E85 Fuel Handling

What is the purpose of Firefighting Operations Bulletin No. 2?

To provide guidance on handling E85 fuel for first responders

What is a 'flexible fuel vehicle' (FFV)?

A vehicle that can operate on either E85 or gasoline interchangeably

What is the current estimated number of light-duty flexible fuel vehicles (FFVs) in the United States?

Over 4 million

What is the expected trend for the availability and use of E85 fuel in the next few years?

The availability and use of E85 is expected to increase significantly Signup and view all the answers

Which major automakers manufacture vehicles that can operate on E85 fuel?

DaimlerChrysler, Ford, General Motors, Mazda, Mercury, Isuzu, and Mercedes Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary reason for the growing availability and use of E85 fuel?

Environmental, economic, and energy security concerns Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the knot/ring set-up used in the search rope?

All of the above Signup and view all the answers

How many feet of rope do each set of knots and a ring represent?

20 feet Signup and view all the answers

What does the acronym 'CAN' stand for?

Conditions, Actions, and Needs Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the 'CAN' report?

Both a and b Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary role of the 'Team A Bar' position on the search team?

Perform forcible entry Signup and view all the answers

What type of equipment is the 'RIT Air Pak' used for?

Conducting rapid intervention team (RIT) operations Signup and view all the answers

What does the sign posted on the standpipe discharge bib labeled 'S1-2' indicate?

The second standpipe connection for bridge span S-1 Signup and view all the answers

How many supply connections are identified on the elevated roadway between Potomac Ave and K Street SE?

5 Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of coordinating with the Fire Boat or secondary Engine Company for a standpipe connection?

To charge the standpipe system Signup and view all the answers

How many standpipe connections are supplied by the 5” storz connection on the S-1 bridge span?

4 Signup and view all the answers

What action should wagon drivers take to establish sustainable water at their pumps?

Open bleeder valves until sustainable water is established Signup and view all the answers

What is the distance between each standpipe connection on the S-1 bridge span?

$250$ feet Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of using a thermal imaging camera (TIC) in the fire service?

To acquire information with relative ease Signup and view all the answers

What is the main procedure described in the text?

Rope-assisted search procedure Signup and view all the answers

What may happen if the OIC identifies an alternate closer exit point during the search operation?

The alternate exit point may also be used Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the Rope Assisted Search Procedure described in the text?

To ensure the safety of firefighters during search operations Signup and view all the answers

What is the name of the document that contains the Rope Assisted Search Procedure described in the text?

Firefighting Bulletin No. 06 Signup and view all the answers

What is the main purpose of the District of Columbia Fire and Emergency Medical Services Department Firefighting Operations Bulletin No. 7 mentioned in the text?

To provide an introduction to thermal imaging cameras Signup and view all the answers

What is the initial step to locate a high-flow hydrant connection?

Contacting the Fire Liaison Officer on Channel C-16 and requesting assistance Signup and view all the answers

What is the preferred distance for the selected water supply source from the incident?

Within 1,000 feet or roughly 2 city blocks, but not more than the hose bed capacity (1,500ft.) Signup and view all the answers

When should the Water Supply Engine (WSE) or Water Supply Task Force move to the position of the 3rd or 4th due Engine?

When the Incident is declared a Working Fire by the Incident Commander (IC) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the Water Supply Engine (WSE) or Water Supply Task Force positioning at the 3rd or 4th due Engine?

To reverse lay from the fireground to the selected water supply Signup and view all the answers

What should be considered when a reverse layout is not practicable due to incident geography?

Utilizing a Hydrant to Fire layout and considering placement of apparatus Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended procedure when laying out Large Diameter Hose (LDH)?

Proceed slowly and stay to the side of the roadway as much as possible to avoid obstructing access Signup and view all the answers