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What is the next revision date for the Fresno Fire Department Ground Ladder Practices Guide?
What is the next revision date for the Fresno Fire Department Ground Ladder Practices Guide?
- 12/08/2025
- 12/08/2024 (correct)
- 12/08/2022
- 12/08/2023
Who is the Reviewer of the Fresno Fire Department Ground Ladder Practices Guide?
Who is the Reviewer of the Fresno Fire Department Ground Ladder Practices Guide?
- Dave Doss, Sergeant
- Manuel Graves, Civilian Training Officer
- Dave Doss, Captain (correct)
- Manuel Graves, Fire Chief
What is the page number for 'Lifting a Straight Ladder from the Ground' in the guide?
What is the page number for 'Lifting a Straight Ladder from the Ground' in the guide?
- 27
- 25
- 26
- 24 (correct)
How many firefighters are permitted on ladders according to the guide?
How many firefighters are permitted on ladders according to the guide?
What is the section title for page 16 in the guide?
What is the section title for page 16 in the guide?
What is the rank of the Administrative Support for the Fresno Fire Department Ground Ladder Practices Guide?
What is the rank of the Administrative Support for the Fresno Fire Department Ground Ladder Practices Guide?
What is the recommended climbing angle for a ground ladder?
What is the recommended climbing angle for a ground ladder?
How often are Department ground ladders tested?
How often are Department ground ladders tested?
What should be used to lubricate contacting parts of the ladder?
What should be used to lubricate contacting parts of the ladder?
Under what condition should a ladder be taken out of service and service tested prior to being used again?
Under what condition should a ladder be taken out of service and service tested prior to being used again?
What is the correct body position for lifting a heavy ladder?
What is the correct body position for lifting a heavy ladder?
Which method is used to carry all one person ladders unless otherwise stated?
Which method is used to carry all one person ladders unless otherwise stated?
What is used to clean ladders?
What is used to clean ladders?
How should the top of a ladder be placed for optimal firefighter safety?
How should the top of a ladder be placed for optimal firefighter safety?
What should be done before a ladder is climbed if it is placed in an unusual or abnormal position?
What should be done before a ladder is climbed if it is placed in an unusual or abnormal position?
What should be used to buff the ladder surface to a smooth finish during cleaning?
What should be used to buff the ladder surface to a smooth finish during cleaning?
What should be avoided when placing ladders?
What should be avoided when placing ladders?
How should firefighters be secured when working from heights?
How should firefighters be secured when working from heights?
What is the recommended action if any rung on a ladder is loose?
What is the recommended action if any rung on a ladder is loose?
How many heat sensors are there per ladder section?
How many heat sensors are there per ladder section?
What is the primary use of roof ladders?
What is the primary use of roof ladders?
Which ladder is primarily used to gain access to first-story roofs and second-story windows?
Which ladder is primarily used to gain access to first-story roofs and second-story windows?
What does the command 'Ladder High Lift' refer to?
What does the command 'Ladder High Lift' refer to?
When removing ladders from the apparatus, what should be done after turning away from the apparatus?
When removing ladders from the apparatus, what should be done after turning away from the apparatus?
How should a ladder be carried when the roof ladder is to be used inside a building?
How should a ladder be carried when the roof ladder is to be used inside a building?
What is the recommended action if it is not possible to place the ladder at the base of the roof slope?
What is the recommended action if it is not possible to place the ladder at the base of the roof slope?
What should be done after unlatching the locking mechanism that secures ladders in the bed of the apparatus?
What should be done after unlatching the locking mechanism that secures ladders in the bed of the apparatus?
What is important when using multiple members to place a ladder into service (e.g., 35-foot extension ladder)?
What is important when using multiple members to place a ladder into service (e.g., 35-foot extension ladder)?
What should be done when carrying a ladder through a crowd?
What should be done when carrying a ladder through a crowd?
What should be done prior to moving a ladder to a desired location?
What should be done prior to moving a ladder to a desired location?
How should a ladder be secured to a fire escape rail with only one top rail?
How should a ladder be secured to a fire escape rail with only one top rail?
What is the recommended method to untie the hose strap if needed?
What is the recommended method to untie the hose strap if needed?
When lowering a straight ladder from a fire escape, where should the base of the ladder be moved to?
When lowering a straight ladder from a fire escape, where should the base of the ladder be moved to?
How should the roof ladder be tilted when taking it aloft?
How should the roof ladder be tilted when taking it aloft?
What action should be taken to open the hooks on the roof ladder?
What action should be taken to open the hooks on the roof ladder?
Where should the roof ladder be lowered to before grasping the top rung?
Where should the roof ladder be lowered to before grasping the top rung?
What should be done with one hand while grasping the top rung of the roof ladder?
What should be done with one hand while grasping the top rung of the roof ladder?
What should be done after removing the ladder from the apparatus and placing it on shoulder?
What should be done after removing the ladder from the apparatus and placing it on shoulder?
What is the purpose of placing the ladder to the peak of the gable while ensuring the ladder rungs are not resting against the peak of the roof?
What is the purpose of placing the ladder to the peak of the gable while ensuring the ladder rungs are not resting against the peak of the roof?
What is the fire-ground friendly way of determining the proper climbing angle for a ladder?
What is the fire-ground friendly way of determining the proper climbing angle for a ladder?
What should a firefighter do when adjusting a 35-foot extension ladder?
What should a firefighter do when adjusting a 35-foot extension ladder?
What is the recommended industry standard climbing angle for a ladder?
What is the recommended industry standard climbing angle for a ladder?
What should a firefighter do to securely lock into a ladder at the desired working height?
What should a firefighter do to securely lock into a ladder at the desired working height?
What should firefighters do when passing each other on a ladder in emergency situations?
What should firefighters do when passing each other on a ladder in emergency situations?
What does 'footing' a ladder involve?
What does 'footing' a ladder involve?
How should a firefighter climb a ladder to ensure safety and stability?
How should a firefighter climb a ladder to ensure safety and stability?
What is important for firefighters to do while ascending or descending on a ladder?
What is important for firefighters to do while ascending or descending on a ladder?
How many firefighters are recommended for adjusting a 35-foot extension ladder?
How many firefighters are recommended for adjusting a 35-foot extension ladder?
What should be done if there are inadequate space at a window for placing a ladder?
What should be done if there are inadequate space at a window for placing a ladder?
When passing on a ladder, what is the minimum space that should be maintained between those passing and other firefighters above and below?
When passing on a ladder, what is the minimum space that should be maintained between those passing and other firefighters above and below?
What should be the position of the firefighter when lifting a straight ladder from the ground?
What should be the position of the firefighter when lifting a straight ladder from the ground?
When moving a raised ladder horizontally, what should the firefighter do to move the base of the ladder?
When moving a raised ladder horizontally, what should the firefighter do to move the base of the ladder?
What action is necessary when passing a ladder up the outside of a building to upper floors or roof?
What action is necessary when passing a ladder up the outside of a building to upper floors or roof?
What is the recommended action to secure a ladder when raising it to a fire escape?
What is the recommended action to secure a ladder when raising it to a fire escape?
What should be done prior to moving a ladder to a desired location?
What should be done prior to moving a ladder to a desired location?
What action is necessary if it becomes necessary to move a raised ladder a short distance?
What action is necessary if it becomes necessary to move a raised ladder a short distance?
