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What is the primary objective of rural water supply operations, as outlined in the provided guideline?
What is the primary objective of rural water supply operations, as outlined in the provided guideline?
- To locate static water sources beyond the reach of standard supply hose lays.
- To establish relay pumping operations as quickly as possible.
- To utilize the largest capacity brush truck as the source pumper.
- To provide an uninterrupted water supply that meets the demands of fire ground operations. (correct)
Under what circumstances does the guideline suggest that a nurse tender operation should not be utilized?
Under what circumstances does the guideline suggest that a nurse tender operation should not be utilized?
- When engines, brush trucks, and other tenders are available to perform water shuttle operations to refill the nurse tender's water tank.
- When the nurse tender arrives with the first due units on scene.
- When there is potential for the incident to expand beyond the initial fire. (correct)
- When the incident is expected to be of short duration, such as a room and contents fire.
What is the recommended hose size for laying a supply line from the water source to the fire scene in a relay pumping operation?
What is the recommended hose size for laying a supply line from the water source to the fire scene in a relay pumping operation?
- 2 1/2-inch supply line.
- 1 3/4-inch supply line.
- 3-inch supply line.
- 5-inch supply line. (correct)
During structure fires in rural areas, what is one of the reasons for initially dispatching a brush truck along with the engine?
During structure fires in rural areas, what is one of the reasons for initially dispatching a brush truck along with the engine?
What is the estimated fire flow requirement in gallons per minute (GPM) for a typical single-family dwelling with a room and contents fire?
What is the estimated fire flow requirement in gallons per minute (GPM) for a typical single-family dwelling with a room and contents fire?
In areas with limited access, what action is permissible to establish a drafting water supply, according to the Palm Beach County Fire Rescue guidelines?
In areas with limited access, what action is permissible to establish a drafting water supply, according to the Palm Beach County Fire Rescue guidelines?
During Modified Direct Pumping operations, how many gallons of water can be yielded for initial fire attack from two engines, two brush trucks and a single tender?
During Modified Direct Pumping operations, how many gallons of water can be yielded for initial fire attack from two engines, two brush trucks and a single tender?
What should be the first consideration when deciding which means of water supply to use?
What should be the first consideration when deciding which means of water supply to use?
According to the guidelines regarding non-rated bridges and limited access areas, what is the average weight of Palm Beach County Fire Rescue (PBCFR) brush trucks?
According to the guidelines regarding non-rated bridges and limited access areas, what is the average weight of Palm Beach County Fire Rescue (PBCFR) brush trucks?
In the context of rural water supply operations, what role does the Hydrant Navigation System play?
In the context of rural water supply operations, what role does the Hydrant Navigation System play?
In Modified Direct Pumping Operations, what distance from the attack engine should the brush truck be positioned when supplying tank water?
In Modified Direct Pumping Operations, what distance from the attack engine should the brush truck be positioned when supplying tank water?
What are the limitations of folding/dump tank operations in rural water supply, according to the provided guidelines?
What are the limitations of folding/dump tank operations in rural water supply, according to the provided guidelines?
When should the Incident Commander consider assigning a Water Supply Officer (WSO)?
When should the Incident Commander consider assigning a Water Supply Officer (WSO)?
What is the recommendation for the number of float-a-pumps to use in areas where a draft site is inaccessible?
What is the recommendation for the number of float-a-pumps to use in areas where a draft site is inaccessible?
When using brush apparatus as the attack pumper, what size supply line should be laid from the bridge to the fire scene for water supply?
When using brush apparatus as the attack pumper, what size supply line should be laid from the bridge to the fire scene for water supply?
What is the primary aim of rural water supply?
What is the primary aim of rural water supply?
Which factor is most crucial for effective rural water supply?
Which factor is most crucial for effective rural water supply?
What is the ultimate outcome of effective rural water supply operations?
What is the ultimate outcome of effective rural water supply operations?
What is the first step in establishing effective rural water supply?
What is the first step in establishing effective rural water supply?
Why is it important to have an uninterrupted supply of water?
Why is it important to have an uninterrupted supply of water?
What should be considered to ensure effective water supply operations?
What should be considered to ensure effective water supply operations?
What is a key aspect of a successful rural water supply operation?
What is a key aspect of a successful rural water supply operation?
Which of the following best describes the operational aim related to water in rural firefighting?
Which of the following best describes the operational aim related to water in rural firefighting?
What operational benefit is gained from a continuous water supply at an incident?
What operational benefit is gained from a continuous water supply at an incident?
When operating in a rural setting, what is most important to consider for water supply?
When operating in a rural setting, what is most important to consider for water supply?
Why is it generally preferable to use an engine as the source pumper?
Why is it generally preferable to use an engine as the source pumper?
What is the significance of pump capacity in rural water supply operations?
What is the significance of pump capacity in rural water supply operations?
What is one reason to prioritize using an engine over a brush truck for water supply?
What is one reason to prioritize using an engine over a brush truck for water supply?
In what situation would an engine be favored over a brush truck as a water source?
In what situation would an engine be favored over a brush truck as a water source?
Considering pump capacity, what is the best choice between an engine and a brush truck for sustained water supply?
Considering pump capacity, what is the best choice between an engine and a brush truck for sustained water supply?
Why might an engine be a better choice for water supply over a brush truck?
Why might an engine be a better choice for water supply over a brush truck?
When needing to supply a large amount of water, which factor is most important when choosing between an engine and a brush truck?
When needing to supply a large amount of water, which factor is most important when choosing between an engine and a brush truck?
What is the practical importance of pump capacity when choosing a source pumper?
What is the practical importance of pump capacity when choosing a source pumper?
Why would a larger pump capacity be preferred in a source pumper?
Why would a larger pump capacity be preferred in a source pumper?
In rural water supply, why is pump capacity a key consideration when selecting an apparatus?
In rural water supply, why is pump capacity a key consideration when selecting an apparatus?
What is the approximate weight of a fully equipped Palm Beach County Fire Rescue brush truck?
What is the approximate weight of a fully equipped Palm Beach County Fire Rescue brush truck?
What is the most direct benefit of preplanning water supply strategies in rural areas?
What is the most direct benefit of preplanning water supply strategies in rural areas?
What is the most important factor determining the success of rural water supply operations?
What is the most important factor determining the success of rural water supply operations?
During a fire, what is the first priority when establishing any rural water supply operation?
During a fire, what is the first priority when establishing any rural water supply operation?
What is the purpose of performing a flow test on a potential rural water source?
What is the purpose of performing a flow test on a potential rural water source?
Why should you consider multiple water supply options for rural firefighting?
Why should you consider multiple water supply options for rural firefighting?
What aspect of a rural water source is evaluated by calculating its flow rate?
What aspect of a rural water source is evaluated by calculating its flow rate?
Which of the following is a component of good communication during water shuttle operations?
Which of the following is a component of good communication during water shuttle operations?
What is one of the most common limitations in rural water supply?
What is one of the most common limitations in rural water supply?
In rural water supply operations, what is a crucial element of effective teamwork?
In rural water supply operations, what is a crucial element of effective teamwork?
What is the typical range of 3" hose carried by brush trucks in rural areas?
What is the typical range of 3" hose carried by brush trucks in rural areas?
What is the purpose of brush trucks carrying a large quantity of 3" hose?
What is the purpose of brush trucks carrying a large quantity of 3" hose?
What is a direct benefit of brush trucks carrying 800-1000 feet of 3" hose?
What is a direct benefit of brush trucks carrying 800-1000 feet of 3" hose?
In rural firefighting, what does the 3" hose on a brush truck primarily help with?
In rural firefighting, what does the 3" hose on a brush truck primarily help with?
What is the significance of a brush truck carrying a large amount of 3" hose in rural environments?
What is the significance of a brush truck carrying a large amount of 3" hose in rural environments?
Why is the specified amount of 3" hose (800-1000ft) aboard a brush truck important for rural operations?
Why is the specified amount of 3" hose (800-1000ft) aboard a brush truck important for rural operations?
What problem does carrying 800-1000 feet of 3" hose on a brush truck address in rural firefighting?
What problem does carrying 800-1000 feet of 3" hose on a brush truck address in rural firefighting?
For a brush truck operating in a rural area, what does a large amount of 3" hose primarily provide?
For a brush truck operating in a rural area, what does a large amount of 3" hose primarily provide?
What is the MAIN advantage of a brush truck having 800-1000 feet of 3" hose in rural settings?
What is the MAIN advantage of a brush truck having 800-1000 feet of 3" hose in rural settings?
Why might a rural fire department prioritize equipping their brush trucks with ample 3" hose?
Why might a rural fire department prioritize equipping their brush trucks with ample 3" hose?
What length of 1 3/4" structural attack hose do brush trucks typically carry in rural areas?
What length of 1 3/4" structural attack hose do brush trucks typically carry in rural areas?
For what initial purpose are brush trucks equipped with 1 3/4" hose and SCBAs in rural areas?
For what initial purpose are brush trucks equipped with 1 3/4" hose and SCBAs in rural areas?
How many SCBAs are typically carried on a brush truck for initial structural firefighting in rural settings?
How many SCBAs are typically carried on a brush truck for initial structural firefighting in rural settings?
Besides attack hose, what other critical piece of equipment is standard on rural brush trucks for structural fires?
Besides attack hose, what other critical piece of equipment is standard on rural brush trucks for structural fires?
What specific type of firefighting operation are the 1 3/4" hose and SCBAs on a rural brush truck intended to support?
What specific type of firefighting operation are the 1 3/4" hose and SCBAs on a rural brush truck intended to support?
The presence of 1 3/4" hose and SCBAs on a brush truck indicates its capability for what type of fire?
The presence of 1 3/4" hose and SCBAs on a brush truck indicates its capability for what type of fire?
What is the typical diameter of the structural attack hose carried on rural brush trucks?
What is the typical diameter of the structural attack hose carried on rural brush trucks?
In addition to brush fires, what other type of incident can a brush truck with 1 3/4" hose and SCBAs initially address?
In addition to brush fires, what other type of incident can a brush truck with 1 3/4" hose and SCBAs initially address?
A brush truck equipped with 200' of 1 3/4" hose and SCBAs enables firefighters to perform what task?
A brush truck equipped with 200' of 1 3/4" hose and SCBAs enables firefighters to perform what task?
The SCBAs, together with the attack hose, allow brush trucks to support what kind of operations?
The SCBAs, together with the attack hose, allow brush trucks to support what kind of operations?
When feasible, which brush truck should be used as the attack pumper?
When feasible, which brush truck should be used as the attack pumper?
What is the preferred type of brush truck to use as an attack pumper?
What is the preferred type of brush truck to use as an attack pumper?
Which factor determines if a brush truck should be used as the attack pumper?
Which factor determines if a brush truck should be used as the attack pumper?
During a fire incident, which brush truck is best suited to act as the initial attack pumper?
During a fire incident, which brush truck is best suited to act as the initial attack pumper?
When deploying brush trucks for an initial attack, what factor is most important?
When deploying brush trucks for an initial attack, what factor is most important?
In fire operations, what attribute is most valuable when choosing a brush truck for direct fire attack?
In fire operations, what attribute is most valuable when choosing a brush truck for direct fire attack?
What is the general rule for selecting a brush truck to serve as the attack pumper?
What is the general rule for selecting a brush truck to serve as the attack pumper?
What characteristic should guide the decision to use a given brush truck as the initial attack pumper?
What characteristic should guide the decision to use a given brush truck as the initial attack pumper?
When selecting a brush truck for the role of attack pumper, what should be the primary consideration?
When selecting a brush truck for the role of attack pumper, what should be the primary consideration?
In choosing a brush truck to serve as the attack pumper, what capability should be prioritized?
In choosing a brush truck to serve as the attack pumper, what capability should be prioritized?
What type of information does the Hydrant Navigation System provide?
What type of information does the Hydrant Navigation System provide?
What is a key function of the Hydrant Navigation System?
What is a key function of the Hydrant Navigation System?
Besides standard fire hydrants, what other water sources are included in the Hydrant Navigation System?
Besides standard fire hydrants, what other water sources are included in the Hydrant Navigation System?
What is the primary function of the Hydrant Navigation System in emergency operations?
What is the primary function of the Hydrant Navigation System in emergency operations?
What information about fire hydrants is provided by the Hydrant Navigation System?
What information about fire hydrants is provided by the Hydrant Navigation System?
Why is knowing the location of static water sources important for firefighting?
Why is knowing the location of static water sources important for firefighting?
What does the Hydrant Navigation System help firefighters locate, in addition to standard hydrants?
What does the Hydrant Navigation System help firefighters locate, in addition to standard hydrants?
What specific data regarding water sources is given by the Hydrant Navigation System?
What specific data regarding water sources is given by the Hydrant Navigation System?
What benefit does the Hydrant Navigation System offer when fighting fires in rural locations?
What benefit does the Hydrant Navigation System offer when fighting fires in rural locations?
What is one primary purpose of a static water source, according to the Hydrant Navigation System's data?
What is one primary purpose of a static water source, according to the Hydrant Navigation System's data?
What is the approximate width of a standard 1 1/4 acre lot, useful for estimating hose lays?
What is the approximate width of a standard 1 1/4 acre lot, useful for estimating hose lays?
For estimating hose lays, what width is typically assumed for a 1 1/4 acre lot?
For estimating hose lays, what width is typically assumed for a 1 1/4 acre lot?
If a fireground covers an area roughly the size of a 1 1/4 acre lot, about how much hose might be needed to reach all areas?
If a fireground covers an area roughly the size of a 1 1/4 acre lot, about how much hose might be needed to reach all areas?
What is the established approximation for the front footage of a 1 1/4 acre lot which can be used as a benchmark?
What is the established approximation for the front footage of a 1 1/4 acre lot which can be used as a benchmark?
When sizing up the fireground, what is the approximate dimension that can be expected of a typical 1 1/4 acre lot?
When sizing up the fireground, what is the approximate dimension that can be expected of a typical 1 1/4 acre lot?
In rural firefighting operations, a 1 1/4 acre parcel is approximated to be how many feet wide for logistics considerations?
In rural firefighting operations, a 1 1/4 acre parcel is approximated to be how many feet wide for logistics considerations?
A standard 1 1/4 acre lot correlates to approximately how much 3 inch hose?
A standard 1 1/4 acre lot correlates to approximately how much 3 inch hose?
What is the length of the perimeter of a 1 1/4 acre lot?
What is the length of the perimeter of a 1 1/4 acre lot?
How much hose is needed for a fire on a lot roughly the size of a 1 1/4 acre parcel?
How much hose is needed for a fire on a lot roughly the size of a 1 1/4 acre parcel?
Knowing the dimensions of a 1 1/4 acre lot is useful for determining what on the fireground?
Knowing the dimensions of a 1 1/4 acre lot is useful for determining what on the fireground?
What is the low end of the estimated fire flow requirement in gallons per minute (GPM) for a typical single-family dwelling with a room and contents fire?
What is the low end of the estimated fire flow requirement in gallons per minute (GPM) for a typical single-family dwelling with a room and contents fire?
What is the estimated MAXIMUM fire flow requirement in gallons per minute (GPM) for a typical single-family dwelling with a room and contents fire?
What is the estimated MAXIMUM fire flow requirement in gallons per minute (GPM) for a typical single-family dwelling with a room and contents fire?
For a room and contents fire in a typical single-family home, what range represents the standard fire flow in gallons per minute (GPM)?
For a room and contents fire in a typical single-family home, what range represents the standard fire flow in gallons per minute (GPM)?
What is a reasonable estimate of the required water flow for a fully involved room within a house?
What is a reasonable estimate of the required water flow for a fully involved room within a house?
If firefighters encounter a fire limited to a single room and its contents inside a normal house, approximately how much water should they expect to need per minute?
If firefighters encounter a fire limited to a single room and its contents inside a normal house, approximately how much water should they expect to need per minute?
What is the average amount of water needed to extinguish a fire within a normal sized room?
What is the average amount of water needed to extinguish a fire within a normal sized room?
A typical single family dwelling requires approximately how much water to put out a basic fire?
A typical single family dwelling requires approximately how much water to put out a basic fire?
What range of water flow is ideal in order to put out a fire contained to one room of a house?
What range of water flow is ideal in order to put out a fire contained to one room of a house?
What is the typical MAXIMUM amount of water, in gallons, needed to extinguish a room and contents fire in a single-family dwelling?
What is the typical MAXIMUM amount of water, in gallons, needed to extinguish a room and contents fire in a single-family dwelling?
Approximately how much water, in gallons, might be needed to extinguish a small fire contained to one room of a house?
Approximately how much water, in gallons, might be needed to extinguish a small fire contained to one room of a house?
What is the MINIMUM amount of water, in gallons, typically required for a room and contents fire in a single-family home?
What is the MINIMUM amount of water, in gallons, typically required for a room and contents fire in a single-family home?
For a room and contents fire inside a normal house, what quantity of water would be a reasonable estimate of the water needed per minute?
For a room and contents fire inside a normal house, what quantity of water would be a reasonable estimate of the water needed per minute?
What is the average range of water, in gallons, needed to extinguish fires within a normal sized room?
What is the average range of water, in gallons, needed to extinguish fires within a normal sized room?
For a typical single-family home, what is the range of water, in gallons, needed for a basic fire?
For a typical single-family home, what is the range of water, in gallons, needed for a basic fire?
Approximately how much water in gallons is required to put out a room and contents fire in a single-family dwelling?
Approximately how much water in gallons is required to put out a room and contents fire in a single-family dwelling?
If a firefighter encounters a house fire contained to one room, about how many gallons of water should he expect to use?
If a firefighter encounters a house fire contained to one room, about how many gallons of water should he expect to use?
What range of water flow in gallons should be used to extinguish a room and contents fire?
What range of water flow in gallons should be used to extinguish a room and contents fire?
For a fire in a normal sized room, which volume of water, in gallons, should be used?
For a fire in a normal sized room, which volume of water, in gallons, should be used?
What type of pumping operation is commonly performed in rural areas of Palm Beach County?
What type of pumping operation is commonly performed in rural areas of Palm Beach County?
What is a key characteristic of rural areas that influences water supply operations?
What is a key characteristic of rural areas that influences water supply operations?
What is the role of a 'nurse tender' in a water shuttle operation?
What is the role of a 'nurse tender' in a water shuttle operation?
What is the purpose of relay pumping in rural water supply?
What is the purpose of relay pumping in rural water supply?
What type of apparatus is typically the first to arrive on scene at a brush fire?
What type of apparatus is typically the first to arrive on scene at a brush fire?
What is the primary function of a water tender in rural water supply?
What is the primary function of a water tender in rural water supply?
What is the most common size of supply line used to connect a portable water tank to the attack engine?
What is the most common size of supply line used to connect a portable water tank to the attack engine?
What is the most important factor when considering the location of a drafting site?
What is the most important factor when considering the location of a drafting site?
In rural areas where hydrants are scarce, what is a common alternative water source?
In rural areas where hydrants are scarce, what is a common alternative water source?
What is the purpose of pre-incident planning for rural water supply?
What is the purpose of pre-incident planning for rural water supply?
What is the main principle behind Direct Pumping operations?
What is the main principle behind Direct Pumping operations?
What is the MAIN objective of Direct Pumping?
What is the MAIN objective of Direct Pumping?
In Direct Pumping, which apparatus are utilized?
In Direct Pumping, which apparatus are utilized?
During a Direct Pumping operation, where does the water from the supporting apparatus go?
During a Direct Pumping operation, where does the water from the supporting apparatus go?
What is the overall aim of supplementing an attack engine in Direct Pumping?
What is the overall aim of supplementing an attack engine in Direct Pumping?
In Direct Pumping operations, what is the role of water-bearing apparatus?
In Direct Pumping operations, what is the role of water-bearing apparatus?
Direct pumping operations rely MOST on which of the following resources:
Direct pumping operations rely MOST on which of the following resources:
What type of water supply method is Direct Pumping?
What type of water supply method is Direct Pumping?
What does 'supplement the attack pumper directly' mean in the context of direct pumping?
What does 'supplement the attack pumper directly' mean in the context of direct pumping?
Which of these best describes Direct Pumping?
Which of these best describes Direct Pumping?
How many gallons of water can Modified Direct Pumping Operations yield?
How many gallons of water can Modified Direct Pumping Operations yield?
In Modified Direct Pumping operations, how many fire engines are utilized to yield 6000 gallons?
In Modified Direct Pumping operations, how many fire engines are utilized to yield 6000 gallons?
How many brush trucks are used in Modified Direct Pumping to achieve a yield of 6000 gallons?
How many brush trucks are used in Modified Direct Pumping to achieve a yield of 6000 gallons?
In Modified Direct Pumping operations, what is the quantity of tenders necessary to yield 6000 gallons?
In Modified Direct Pumping operations, what is the quantity of tenders necessary to yield 6000 gallons?
What is the primary purpose of Modified Direct Pumping Operations?
What is the primary purpose of Modified Direct Pumping Operations?
When Modified Direct Pumping operations are performed, for what will the 6000 gallons of water be used?
When Modified Direct Pumping operations are performed, for what will the 6000 gallons of water be used?
Which resources contribute to the 6000-gallon water supply in Modified Direct Pumping?
Which resources contribute to the 6000-gallon water supply in Modified Direct Pumping?
Apart from two engines and a tender, what other type of apparatus is essential in Modified Direct Pumping operations to achieve a 6000 gallon yield?
Apart from two engines and a tender, what other type of apparatus is essential in Modified Direct Pumping operations to achieve a 6000 gallon yield?
The water supply yielded from Modified Direct Pumping is equivalent to the capacity of:
The water supply yielded from Modified Direct Pumping is equivalent to the capacity of:
The 6000 gallons of water for initial fire attack is a result of the combined efforts of which type of apparatus?
The 6000 gallons of water for initial fire attack is a result of the combined efforts of which type of apparatus?
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Purpose of SOG 420-10
Purpose of SOG 420-10
Guidelines for water supply operations in rural Palm Beach County to meet fire ground demands.
Scope of SOG 420-10
Scope of SOG 420-10
All Emergency Operations personnel
Initial Action for Rural Water
Initial Action for Rural Water
OIC determines the best way to establish water supply.
Preferred Source Pumper
Preferred Source Pumper
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PBCFR Brush Truck Weight
PBCFR Brush Truck Weight
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Brush Truck Initial Response
Brush Truck Initial Response
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Water Supply Officer (WSO)
Water Supply Officer (WSO)
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Fire Flow Requirement Single Family Home
Fire Flow Requirement Single Family Home
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Rural Water Supply Methods
Rural Water Supply Methods
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Modified Direct Pumping
Modified Direct Pumping
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Water Yield of Modified Direct Pumping
Water Yield of Modified Direct Pumping
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Nurse Tender
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Relay Pumping
Relay Pumping
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Folding/Dump Tank Operations
Folding/Dump Tank Operations
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Folding/Dump Tank Capacity
Folding/Dump Tank Capacity
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Rural Water Supply Goal
Rural Water Supply Goal
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The goal of rural water supply operations is to
The goal of rural water supply operations is to
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Engine as Source Pumper
Engine as Source Pumper
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use an engine as the source pumper
use an engine as the source pumper
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The average weight of PBCFR brush trucks is
The average weight of PBCFR brush trucks is
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PBCFR rescue trucks generally weigh less than
PBCFR rescue trucks generally weigh less than
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Brush Truck Hose Length
Brush Truck Hose Length
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Brush trucks in rural areas carry
Brush trucks in rural areas carry
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Brush Truck Equipment
Brush Truck Equipment
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Brush trucks in rural areas carry
Brush trucks in rural areas carry
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Largest Brush Truck as Attack Pumper
Largest Brush Truck as Attack Pumper
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Hydrant Navigation System
Hydrant Navigation System
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The Hydrant Navigation System
The Hydrant Navigation System
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Consider requesting assistance from the Communication Center or the Fire Operations Officer (FOO) to
Consider requesting assistance from the Communication Center or the Fire Operations Officer (FOO) to
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Rural Lot Width
Rural Lot Width
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When estimating hose lays in rural areas, a standard 1 1⁄4 acre lot is
When estimating hose lays in rural areas, a standard 1 1⁄4 acre lot is
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Average Fire Flow for a House
Average Fire Flow for a House
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A typical single family dwelling requires an average fire flow of
A typical single family dwelling requires an average fire flow of
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Water Needed for House Fire
Water Needed for House Fire
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A typical single family dwelling requires an average of
A typical single family dwelling requires an average of
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The four means of providing a continuous water supply for firefighting operations in rural areas of Palm Beach County are:
The four means of providing a continuous water supply for firefighting operations in rural areas of Palm Beach County are:
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Definition of Direct Pumping
Definition of Direct Pumping
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Direct Pumping utilizes
Direct Pumping utilizes
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MODIFIED DIRECT PUMPING OPERATIONS:
MODIFIED DIRECT PUMPING OPERATIONS:
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Modified Direct Pumping apparatus
Modified Direct Pumping apparatus
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Long narrow driveways
Long narrow driveways
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Tender positioning
Tender positioning
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Transition to relay pumping
Transition to relay pumping
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MODIFIED DIRECT PUMPING OPERATIONS: Yields a water supply of
MODIFIED DIRECT PUMPING OPERATIONS: Yields a water supply of
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A nurse tender
A nurse tender
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Nurse tender operations are recommended on
Nurse tender operations are recommended on
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Relay pumping
Relay pumping
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RELAY PUMPING OPERATIONS:
RELAY PUMPING OPERATIONS:
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Folding/dump tank operations
Folding/dump tank operations
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Each folding/dump tank holds
Each folding/dump tank holds
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FOLDING/DUMP TANK OPERATIONS:
FOLDING/DUMP TANK OPERATIONS:
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FOLDING/DUMP TANK OPERATIONS:
FOLDING/DUMP TANK OPERATIONS:
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Each tender carries
Each tender carries
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Tender apparatus carry
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In areas where a draft site is inaccessible, the use of
In areas where a draft site is inaccessible, the use of
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Float-a-pump operations have the following limitations:
Float-a-pump operations have the following limitations:
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Study Notes
- SOG 420-10 provides guidelines for water supply operations in rural Palm Beach County.
- The goal is ensuring an uninterrupted water supply for firefighting.
- The Fire Rescue Administrator has authority over this guideline.
- This SOG applies to all Emergency Operations personnel.
- Company and Chief Officers can modify this guideline based on the incident and its extent.
- The main goal is to provide uninterrupted water to meet fire ground operation demands.
Rural Water Supply Considerations
- The initial OIC needs to determine the best way to establish an adequate water supply in rural areas.
- When hydrants are too far away, find a static water source as close to the fire scene as possible.
- Use engines as source pumpers over brush apparatus when feasible due to greater pump capacity.
- Whenever possible, use an engine as the source pumper rather than a brush apparatus due to pump capacity size.
- In areas of limited access, brush apparatus may be needed to establish a drafting water supply.
- Brush truck pump capacity is limited, and varies by unit.
- Use the largest capacity brush truck if it is used as the source pumper.
- Drought conditions may make static water sources unsuitable due to low water levels.
Non-Rated Bridges/Limited Access Areas
- Use caution when crossing non-rated bridges.
- The average PBCFR brush truck weight is 28,500 lbs.
- PBCFR rescue trucks generally weigh less than 20,000 lbs.
- Brush trucks or rescue units may be needed where weight restrictions exist on homemade or non-rated bridges.
- Rural brush trucks carry 800-1000 feet of 3" hose, 200 feet of 1 ¾" structural attack hose, and two SCBAs.
- This equipment enables brush trucks to initiate structural firefighting.
- When using brush apparatus as the attack pumper, lay a 3" supply line from the bridge to the fire scene.
- Whenever possible, use the largest capacity brush truck as the attack pumper.
- Use the largest capacity brush truck as the attack pumper whenever possible.
- Place a supply engine on the street side of the bridge.
- Later arriving engines and tenders should remain on the street side, performing a water shuttle to refill the supply engine.
- Establish a relay pumping operation if a reliable draft site is nearby.
- Consider hand-laying a second supply line to the attack pumper, if needed.
Locating a Static Water Source
- Request assistance from the Communication Center or the Fire Operations Officer (FOO) to locate the nearest water source.
- Use the Hydrant Navigation System or satellite mapping imagery to do this.
- The Hydrant Navigation System provides the location/flow of fire hydrants, along with dry/static water sources.
- The Hydrant Navigation System provides the location and flow of fire hydrants, and the location of dry hydrants and static water sources.
Structure Fire Response in Rural Areas
- All stations responding to structure fires in rural Palm Beach County should send a brush truck (excluding 600 series) and an engine.
- The brush truck is sent for the following reasons:
- Providing supplemental water supply.
- Providing access to structures that engines, tenders, or aerial apparatus cannot reach.
- Reconnaissance in limited-access areas.
- Initial fire attack in limited-access areas.
- Access to static water sources.
- Initiating brush fire attack in wooded areas near structure fires.
Water Supply Officer
- Consider designating a Water Supply Officer (WSO) to manage water supply operations.
- The WSO should be an officer experienced in rural water supply tactics.
- Consider using a separate radio TAC channel.
- The ONLY individual communicating with the Incident Commander (IC) regarding water supply should be the WSO.
Other Important Considerations
- Request additional tenders as needed.
- Wait until a secure water source and relay pumping are established before using master stream devices/aerial apparatus.
- Position apparatus/supply lines to avoid blocking roadway access for incoming apparatus, especially during water shuttle operations.
- When estimating hose lays in rural areas, a standard 1 ¼ acre lot is about 200 feet wide.
- A typical single family dwelling needs 250-500 GPM for a room and contents fire.
- A typical single family dwelling requires an average fire flow of 250 to 500 GPM for a room and contents fire.
- A typical single family dwelling requires an average of 2,000 to 10,000 gallons of water to extinguish for a room and contents fire.
- 2,000-10,000 gallons of water are typically needed to extinguish a room and contents fire in this type of dwelling.
Water Supply Operations
- Rural water supply operations require situation-specific tactics.
- The four primary methods for continuous water supply in rural Palm Beach County are:
- Modified Direct Pumping.
- Nurse Tender operations.
- Relay Pumping operations.
- Folding/Dump Tank operations.
- Key questions for determining the water supply method:
- What fire flow is needed, and for how long?
- Where is the nearest reliable water source?
- Which delivery method should be used?
- What resources are needed to deliver the flow rate?
- Can a relay be put into place for continuous water supply?
- Are there any access issues?
Modified Direct Pumping Operations
- Modified Direct Pumping is common in rural Palm Beach County.
- It uses all on-scene apparatus carrying water to supplement the attack pumper directly.
- Direct Pumping utilizes all on scene apparatus that carry water to supplement the attack pumper directly.
- It is suitable for short duration fires like room and contents, garage, and shed fires.
- This is recommended for initial response to confirmed structure fires in rural areas with limited water supply.
- The attack engine receives water from multiple units simultaneously through multiple supply lines.
- This operation yields about 6000 gallons of water carried on two engines, two brush trucks, and a single tender for initial fire attack.
- On long, narrow driveways, the attack engine should lay a supply line inward from the street.
- Position tenders in an area free of other apparatus for easier access.
- Transition to relay pumping if the incident is expected to last an extended time.
Tactics for Modified Direct Pumping Operations
- The first-due engine should be positioned for fire attack using its onboard water tank.
- Stage the brush truck within 50 feet of the attack engine, and supply tank water from the brush truck. When the tank is empty, the brush truck should stage out.
- The second-due engine and brush truck supply the attack engine from their tanks to support fire attack. The second-due engine refills and shuttles water. The second-due brush truck stages on scene and out of the way.
- The first-due tender supplements the first and second-due units with its onboard tank as needed. The tenders participate in water shuttle operations when empty.
- The second due tender supplements like the first arriving tender, assisting in water shuttle.
- Dispatch automatically assigns a second tender when one is required or requested for supplemental water supply.
- A third-due engine and brush truck scout potential draft sites, with help from the FOO or Communication Center, and establish a draft as the source pumper for water shuttle or relay.
- Fourth-due and later arriving engines, tenders, and brush trucks participate in a water shuttle operation from the source to the scene.
- Later arriving units can set up a relay pumping operation if applicable; transitioning sooner is better.
Nurse Tender Operations
- A nurse tender is positioned at the fire scene and supplies water directly to the attack engine.
- Other apparatus refill the nurse tender using a water shuttle.
- Nurse tender operations are recommended for short-duration fires.
- A nurse tender is not ideal if the incident could expand.
- Consider nurse tender operations if the tender arrives with the first-due units.
- Good for short duration fires: room/contents, garage, shed fires.
- Engines, brush trucks, and other tenders perform a water shuttle to refill the nurse tender’s water tank.
- Transition to relay pumping if the incident is expected to last an extended period.
Relay Pumping Operations
- Relay pumping is the preferred method of water supply when a water source is not readily available near the fire scene.
- The pumper is placed at a reliable water source to supply other pumpers within a relay.
- Each unit relays water to then next unit, which supplies water to the attack engine at the fire scene.
- Transition to a relay pumping operation as soon as possible.
- Place the pumper with the largest capacity at the water source.
- Use a 5” supply line from the water source to the scene.
- Lay supply lines off to the side of the road to allow access for later arriving units.
- It may require multiple units within the relay.
- If a long relay is needed, each apparatus lays its entire hose bed and operates as a relay pumper.
- If drafting is being used, keep the tender apparatus on scene as a backup water supply.
Folding/Dump Tank Operations
- Folding/dump tank operations is an indirect water supply.
- Apparatus dump or fill water into a portable folding dump tank, from which the attack engine is supplied.
- They are indicated when the water source is far from the fire scene and a relay pumping operation is impractical.
- Limitations:
- Each tank holds 3000-3500 gallons of water.
- Setup can be time-consuming/manpower intensive.
- A large, level, unobstructed area is needed.
- If it is placed improperly, it may block access for incoming apparatus.
- A supply engine should be positioned at the folding/dump tank to draft/relay water to the attack engine.
- Requires a MINIMUM of 2 tenders, as well as engines and brush trucks, to shuttle water from the source to the tank.
- They cannot supply master streams or aerial apparatus.
- Incidents requiring greater than 300 GPM need multiple tanks.
Considerations for Tender Apparatus
- Each tender carries 3000 gallons of water.
- Tenders also carry extra foam and SCBA bottles for on-scene replenishment.
- Due to their size, it may be advantageous for a tender to back down a roadway.
Float-A-Pump Operations
- In areas where a draft site is inaccessible, the use of float-a-pumps may be needed.
- Limitations:
- Carried on PBCFR Brush Trucks.
- Capacities vary by each unit.
- It is recommended to use a minimum of two high-volume float-a-pumps to relay water.
- Place the source pumper as close as possible to the float-a-pumps.
- Float-a-pumps need to be monitored to maintain fuel levels, and ensure that the strainer remains free of clogs.
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SOG 420-10 outlines procedures for water supply in rural Palm Beach County to support firefighting efforts. It applies to all Emergency Operations personnel, granting Company and Chief Officers the flexibility to adapt the guideline based on the incident specifics, focusing on static water sources and pump capacity.
