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Flat roofs are generally found on larger buildings such as stores, factories,____ and _____ buildings. In the past these roofs were normally much stronger than ____ roofs, since they were designed to support greater ___ loads
Flat roofs are generally found on larger buildings such as stores, factories,____ and _____ buildings. In the past these roofs were normally much stronger than ____ roofs, since they were designed to support greater ___ loads
School’s apartment peaked live
Inverted roofs have roof boards nailed to a framework of 2x4s raised ____ ft above the main roof joist
Inverted roofs have roof boards nailed to a framework of 2x4s raised ____ ft above the main roof joist
Several
The style of roof that has become dominant in the last __ years, Atleast in the ___ and ___ is the metal deck roof
The style of roof that has become dominant in the last __ years, Atleast in the ___ and ___ is the metal deck roof
30 east Midwest
Pg 248 says Older flat roofs have wooden beams of ___ or even 3x12s as the main support beams. Pg 254 says ____ or 3x12s. Spaced __in apart
Pg 248 says Older flat roofs have wooden beams of ___ or even 3x12s as the main support beams. Pg 254 says ____ or 3x12s. Spaced __in apart
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Oh 248 says these 2x12 and 3x12s are limited to a ___ ft span between supports (steel or masonry bearing walls) ch 12 pg 335 says ___ ft apart
Oh 248 says these 2x12 and 3x12s are limited to a ___ ft span between supports (steel or masonry bearing walls) ch 12 pg 335 says ___ ft apart
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Nailed to the roof beams is the roof decking which is usually ___ tongue and groove planking
Nailed to the roof beams is the roof decking which is usually ___ tongue and groove planking
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In some very old roofs a thin layer of ___ was also laid on top of the tar paper
In some very old roofs a thin layer of ___ was also laid on top of the tar paper
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In some cases ____ was spread over the hot tar to act as a retardant to the spread of flames
In some cases ____ was spread over the hot tar to act as a retardant to the spread of flames
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This style of flat roof with is layers of tar has a lifespan of ___ years. With several layers of tar paper they can be up to 3 to _ inches thick. This is a very substantial roof to work on, even over a heavy body of fire
This style of flat roof with is layers of tar has a lifespan of ___ years. With several layers of tar paper they can be up to 3 to _ inches thick. This is a very substantial roof to work on, even over a heavy body of fire
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Old style construction with exposed joist can be found in older buildings such as ____ and ____, where heating and appearances aren’t primarily a concern.
Old style construction with exposed joist can be found in older buildings such as ____ and ____, where heating and appearances aren’t primarily a concern.
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A working fire on the top floor of any large area, flat roof building requires an immediate commitment of at least __ FFs equipped with ___ power saws, ___ 6-8ft hooks( 10ft for larger buildings which may have a cockloft as much as __ ft deep) a halligan tool, an axe and a radio
A working fire on the top floor of any large area, flat roof building requires an immediate commitment of at least __ FFs equipped with ___ power saws, ___ 6-8ft hooks( 10ft for larger buildings which may have a cockloft as much as __ ft deep) a halligan tool, an axe and a radio
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Immediately upon reaching the roof(via ladder or ____, never through the ___ stairs) the members should vent any vertical shafts they find such as bulkhead doors and skylights
Immediately upon reaching the roof(via ladder or ____, never through the ___ stairs) the members should vent any vertical shafts they find such as bulkhead doors and skylights
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A member can vent the top floor windows using a ___ or a halligan tool clipped to a short rope
A member can vent the top floor windows using a ___ or a halligan tool clipped to a short rope
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After venting bulkheads and top floor windows them members can cut open the ___. Preforming in the reverse sequence will likely delay fire control by hindering the advancement of the _____
After venting bulkheads and top floor windows them members can cut open the ___. Preforming in the reverse sequence will likely delay fire control by hindering the advancement of the _____
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Most text have advocated for ___ ft hole for large area, flat roof structures
Most text have advocated for ___ ft hole for large area, flat roof structures
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The first step in making any ventilation opening is to locate the ____ site, usually as close to ____ over the fire as is safe
The first step in making any ventilation opening is to locate the ____ site, usually as close to ____ over the fire as is safe
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The ___ of the fire is most often determined by observing its condition, either as the members make their way to the roof or once they have arrived there.
The ___ of the fire is most often determined by observing its condition, either as the members make their way to the roof or once they have arrived there.
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Other means for locating the proper site include radio with interior forces, feeling soil pipes and checking roof for ___ and ____ and by means of examination holes
Other means for locating the proper site include radio with interior forces, feeling soil pipes and checking roof for ___ and ____ and by means of examination holes
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Two types of examination holes are used; one is a _____ opening the other is a ___ cut.
Two types of examination holes are used; one is a _____ opening the other is a ___ cut.
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The kerf cut is __ wide by __ inches long. The triangle is 8 to __ inches
The kerf cut is __ wide by __ inches long. The triangle is 8 to __ inches
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The triangle cut can be used to insert the _____ nozzle or ___, such as the bresnan distributer
The triangle cut can be used to insert the _____ nozzle or ___, such as the bresnan distributer
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Plan the cut. First item to consider is the means of ____. Have Atleast __ ways off each roof. If only one makes sure someone arranges another ____ to be placed where members can use it if the first route gets cut off
Plan the cut. First item to consider is the means of ____. Have Atleast __ ways off each roof. If only one makes sure someone arranges another ____ to be placed where members can use it if the first route gets cut off
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The second concern when positioning the cut is the ____ direction.
The second concern when positioning the cut is the ____ direction.
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The saw operator must be capable of cutting both ____ and ____ handed to ensure they are standing on solid roofing at all times
The saw operator must be capable of cutting both ____ and ____ handed to ensure they are standing on solid roofing at all times
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The cut should be made as close to the ___ of the selected joist
The cut should be made as close to the ___ of the selected joist
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Subdivide the hole into ___ ft max. Make sufficient ____ holes at the ____ of each section either to fall or be pushed down, similar to inspection holes
Subdivide the hole into ___ ft max. Make sufficient ____ holes at the ____ of each section either to fall or be pushed down, similar to inspection holes
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One 8x8 ft hole requires ___ linear ft of cutting. If the first _____ is pulled after making the initial __ cuts the attack team may be granted sufficient relief for them to remain inside
One 8x8 ft hole requires ___ linear ft of cutting. If the first _____ is pulled after making the initial __ cuts the attack team may be granted sufficient relief for them to remain inside
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Cut to expand as many additional ___ between the joist as possible rather than extending the channel between existing joist. Joist act as draft ____
Cut to expand as many additional ___ between the joist as possible rather than extending the channel between existing joist. Joist act as draft ____
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Many of the _____ materials used on roof decks are very combustible. Tar paper and newer rubber roofing burn with large quantities of black smoke. Newer roofing material often turns ____
Many of the _____ materials used on roof decks are very combustible. Tar paper and newer rubber roofing burn with large quantities of black smoke. Newer roofing material often turns ____
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