Water Safety & Dive Operations Quiz

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According to NFPA standards, how often should SCBA packs be upgraded?

  • Every 3 years
  • Every 15 years
  • Every 10 years
  • Every 5 years (correct)

What does a line tender do during a dive operation?

  • Deploys the safety diver in case of emergency
  • Signals the diver with pulls on the line (correct)
  • Conducts the search
  • Provides backup to the primary diver

How many divers should be present during a dive operation or training?

  • At least two
  • At least four
  • At least one
  • At least three (correct)

What does 2 pulls on the line signal between a diver and line tender?

<p>Stop and change direction (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How often should SCBA facepieces be replaced?

<p>As needed (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the maximum service-life of air cylinders for SCBA gear?

<p>15 years (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How close to the water line should department personnel have a PFD or B/C on their person?

<p>15 feet (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to the NFPA Standard-1962, what is the recommended maximum service life for fire hose?

<p>10 years (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How often should fire hose be physically inspected?

<p>Every year (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

When should fire hose be immediately placed out of service?

<p>If it fails annual hose testing (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the life expectancy of new extrication equipment?

<p>12 years (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

When does the manufacturer recommend evaluating extrication equipment?

<p>After 7 years (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How often should cardiac monitors be replaced?

<p>Every 6-8 years (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What type of equipment is considered mission critical in the delivery of ALS service in the field?

<p>Cardiac monitors (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the NFPA Standard-1962 call for regarding annual hose testing?

<p>It is recommended (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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