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What is the recommended starting pressure at the turntable for tiller master streams?
What is the recommended starting pressure at the turntable for tiller master streams?
- 125 PSI
- 150 PSI (correct)
- 200 PSI
- 100 PSI
What kind of tips do tillers have for master streams?
What kind of tips do tillers have for master streams?
- Pistol grip nozzles
- Stacked smoothbore tips (correct)
- Automatic combination nozzles
- Fog nozzles
What determines the desired pressure and connections to the tiller?
What determines the desired pressure and connections to the tiller?
- Tiller operator (correct)
- Fire department policy
- Hydrant pressure
- Weather conditions
What is a key indicator of successful platform master stream operations?
What is a key indicator of successful platform master stream operations?
What should be understood regarding the supply line considerations for platform master streams?
What should be understood regarding the supply line considerations for platform master streams?
What type of nozzles do platform master streams have?
What type of nozzles do platform master streams have?
What is the number one indicator of an adequate master stream supply?
What is the number one indicator of an adequate master stream supply?
What is the main purpose of positioning the supply engine close to a positive water source?
What is the main purpose of positioning the supply engine close to a positive water source?
What must the engine pump operator do before charging the supply line?
What must the engine pump operator do before charging the supply line?
What is the goal of providing both adequate pressure and volume to the platform master streams?
What is the goal of providing both adequate pressure and volume to the platform master streams?
What is the recommended starting pressure at the platform pump intake?
What is the recommended starting pressure at the platform pump intake?
Why is it important for firefighters to understand the flow capabilities of platform master streams?
Why is it important for firefighters to understand the flow capabilities of platform master streams?
What should be done before initiating supply operations with tank water alone?
What should be done before initiating supply operations with tank water alone?
What should the engine discharge be connected to in order to supply the platform master intake valve?
What should the engine discharge be connected to in order to supply the platform master intake valve?
Why is it important to double check the pressures and flows during master stream operations?
Why is it important to double check the pressures and flows during master stream operations?
What does a strong positive water supply source enable the engine to do?
What does a strong positive water supply source enable the engine to do?
Why is it not efficient to initiate supply operations with tank water alone?
Why is it not efficient to initiate supply operations with tank water alone?
What must be done before backing up in a standard turntable supply setup?
What must be done before backing up in a standard turntable supply setup?
