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Hoses and Ladders

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What are the 2 types of fire hoses?   Suction and discharge  
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What are the 2 types of suction hoses and what are they used for?   Hard suction hose is used for drafting. Soft suction hose is used only to connect to a hydrant.  
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What is the standard length of woven-jacket, rubber-lined discharge hose?   50 Feet.  
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What are the two common diameters of single jacket discharge hose?   1-1/2 inch, and 2-1/2 inch  
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What are the two common diameters of double jacket discharge hose?   1-3/4 inch, and 2-1/2 inch  
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Define master stream appliance.   Any nozzle designed for 500 GPM and over.  
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What is booster hose used for?   Supply low gallon output water.  
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What are the two common sizes for booster hose?   3/4 and 1 inch  
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What does NFPA stand for?   National Fire Protection Agency  
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What is the modern light-weight hose coupling?   Pyrolite  
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What term describes the condition that occurs when a nozzle or valve is abruptly closed?   Water hammer  
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What is needed to move water through 2,000 or more feet of hose?   Relay pumping  
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List the 4 factors that affect pumping.   1. Diameter of hose 2. Length of hose 3. Elevation of discharge 4. Type of appliance  
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What are the lengths of ground ladders, and the lengths of aerial ladders?   Ground ladders are 10-65'. Aerial ladders are 55-160'.  
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List the 5 types of ground ladder.   1. Attic ladder (10') 2. Baby extension ladder (10-14') 3. Straight ladder (12-30') 4. Roof ladder 5. Extension ladder (24-55')  
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What is the most common size extension ladder?   35'  
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What is the correct ladder placement angle?   70 Degrees.  
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