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  • Are political/social gatherings allowed at stations?
  • Which statement is true about flags on a single pole?
  • When must cones be used?
  • Who is responsible for apparatus they are riding in?
  • What is the seventh action after the incorrect fuel is dispensed?
  • SCBAs will be used at what carbon monoxide level or higher?
  • Which lubricant is approved for ladder waterways?
  • What does the MSA Altair IO4 detect?
  • What components comprise a hose test kit?
  • What accessories are allowed on SFPC?
  • To CLEAN SCBA, what solution will be used?
  • The SFPC exchange from GX1 consists of which items?
  • What steps should crews take when a vehicle is placed out of service and dropped off after hours at 8600 Montana?
  • Within what period is one gallon of 50/50 mix required for diagnostic testing?
  • In cold weather pump operations, which valve helps prevent freezing in lines?
  • Before the flow hydrant is fully open, the residual pressure must not drop below which value?
  • How often are multi gas detectors calibrated at Station 5?
  • The breakdown location in high-traffic area towing is at which address?
  • How many hose ropes are included in the hose test kit?
  • Booster tank maintenance frequency?
  • If two spotters are unavailable during backing at the station, what action is required?
  • What color is the hydrant barrel painted?
  • What is the minimum personnel required to assist backing apparatus?
  • Can soiled SFPC be transported in personal vehicles?
  • For first line pumpers, which size is listed with 800 feet of hose?
  • The hydrant inspection and flush must be completed within how many hours from the posted date?
  • Which rope color corresponds to 200-400 feet used for rescue?
  • Where is the disposal procedure for department property located?
  • Who should be contacted with questions about the Red Tag process?
  • In the PPE program, what does PPC stand for?
  • Each fire unit is assigned how many hydrant rings?
  • What is the standard maintenance window for vehicle operation?
  • Oxygen cylinder allotments for Battalion units?
  • Which hydrant bonnet color indicates a discharge of 1500 gpm or greater?
  • Who connects Plymovent during backing at station?
  • What are the hospital communications talk groups?
  • What unique identifier does every radio using the P25 and 800 MHz systems have?
  • The red rope is used for what length and purpose?
  • Do firefighters assist tow operators loading apparatus?
  • Do not stand on which side of the hose during hose changes?
  • How wide must the ramp stripe be?
  • Which statement about hood washing and second hood storage is true?
  • Where is the House Captain annual inventory documentation located?
  • When inspecting ladder belts, how far apart should you grip the belt?
  • Where is the original property transfer form sent?
  • Which hydrant bonnet color indicates 500-999 gpm?
  • During backing operations, how many spotters are required?
  • Who contacts General Services for station repair or maintenance?
  • What is the allowable variance in the hose maintenance 90-day schedule?
  • Which items are included in stations communications equipment?
  • From where can hose test kits be obtained?
  • The system used to place a vehicle drop-off work order is called what?
  • What PSI value is described as above 90% for a 4.5 SCBA cylinder?
  • Which statement correctly describes Code 3 driving?
  • During flag hoisting or lowering, or when the flag passes in a parade, what action should a uniformed member take?
  • If salt/contaminated water enters the pump, what must be done?
  • What is the engine cooler purpose on a pump?
  • Who confirms the correct fuel type before fueling begins?
  • The TDSH vehicle license will be displayed on what?
  • Who has emergency purchase approval authority after hours?
  • Who ensures unauthorized persons do not access apparatus left unattended?
  • Which statement is true about structural inspections?
  • What is the support vehicle inspection timing requirement?
  • What is the visitor cutoff time at stations?
  • When will GX1 swap hoods?
  • What is the vehicle operative maintenance time?
  • When are wheel chocks required?
  • What PPE requirement applies when operating power equipment during emergencies or training?
  • What is the third action after incorrect fuel is dispensed?
  • Bottle van has how many cylinders?
  • Where is the firefighter positioned during backing operations?
  • Where can the EPFD Department Transfer of Property Form be found?
  • During testing, hose lays must not exceed how many feet?
  • What is the primary purpose of traffic cones?
  • What is the primary objective when positioning apparatus at a traffic incident?
  • Which two groups are used as fallback fire/medical channels?
  • What is the email group for SFPC inspection/assignment issues?
  • Where is the hydrant maintenance CAD entry located?
  • What are the three types of lock boxes?
  • From April 1 to September 30, landscape watering is prohibited between which hours?
  • What is the advanced cleaning frequency for ensembles?
  • Who monitors commercial fuel card usage monthly?
  • How many cones are issued per company?
  • Who is responsible for the initial contact to arrange disposal when a flag is excessively worn?
  • Which vehicles may be left unattended if secured?
  • How are SCBAs stored in rigs?
  • Exchanged SFPC from GX1 will consist of what?
  • Where should the second hood be stored?
  • Who is responsible for safe and expedient delivery of personnel to incidents?
  • When should transmission fluid be checked relative to operation?
  • Who is responsible for preventing unauthorized access to unattended apparatus?
  • If more than one gallon of coolant is used within a two-month period, what action should be scheduled?
  • Red Tags documentation is stored in which location?
  • Which lubricant is approved for pulley cables?
  • When temperature is below 32°F, what pump procedure is required?
  • What approval is required before temporarily removing equipment?
  • Which hydrant bonnet color indicates less than 500 gpm?
  • Which stations have SCBA cylinder fill cache?
  • Which best describes the active-duty death flag protocol?
  • Who manages SCBA procurement and repair?
  • In which location should the TDSH license appear on the vehicle?
  • Who oversees the Safety Equipment Quality Assurance program?
  • When must chains be installed on reserve apparatus?
  • In the annual hose maintenance plan, how many hose changes are performed?
  • What is the required hose length for first line Quints for 1 3/4 inch hose?
  • Who will notify who of excessively worn out flags?
  • When is a property transfer form required?
  • Before fueling begins, which group verifies the fuel type?
  • What is severe shock load?
  • Green light on stream light boxes indicates what after 24 hours?
  • Which statement about training when a reserve apparatus is placed in service is true?
  • What is the fourth action after the incorrect fuel is dispensed?
  • Where is the procedure for disposal of department property located?
  • What is the House Captain designation?
  • Which statement about the hydrant bonnet color standard is true?
  • Which standard must the hydrant bonnet color comply with?
  • During the pledge of allegiance, which group is allowed to salute?
  • To whom is the original property transfer form sent?
  • Which boot cleaning option is specified for sanitizing boots?
  • What is the advanced inspection frequency for ensembles?
  • When are tire chains inspected?
  • What is the term for driving with lights and sirens?
  • The PPC Manager will conduct what to ensure the appropriate designation and issuance of SFPC to personnel?
  • Who must approve unauthorized passengers in department vehicles?
  • When should transmission fluid be checked?
  • What is the LOD death flag protocol duration?
  • How often is pest control service provided to fire stations?
  • For hoses other than the 5 inch hose, what is the testing pressure?
  • How often must preventative maintenance documentation be updated in First Due?
  • What is the hydrant rotation inspection cycle?
  • What must be done on MCT before switching rigs?
  • What is the primary single/double response channel?
  • Where is the breakdown on high-traffic area towing location?
  • Ambulances diesel/gasoline inspection timeframe?
  • WSAR incidents are on which radio mode?
  • SCBA cylinders should be above what percentage?
  • Who should be contacted for questions about the Red Tag process?
  • What is the retired firefighter flag protocol?
  • Fire phone all-call messages will be delivered by what?
  • Which action immediately follows contacting and advising the on-call technician?
  • Which set of locations are listed as city corrals?
  • When are apparatus tires replaced regardless of tread?
  • What is the ROCS & Battalions inspection interval?
  • When must SCBA be worn?
  • Hose test kits must be calibrated within how many days before a hose test?
  • What is the hydrant rotation cycle?
  • What is the fire station watering schedule for even addresses?
  • Hyperthermia equipment includes which items?
  • What is the supply ordering system?
  • Apparatus that use more than what will be scheduled for diagnostic testing at logistics by the company officer?
  • What is the inspection frequency for Safety Equipment QA performed by Battalion Chiefs?
  • Who signs vendor repair invoices?
  • Within how many feet of a hospital must audible warning devices be turned off?
  • Tread depth below what will require replacement by officer email FD-Fleet during business hours or Communications after hours?
  • EBSS use requires air remaining to be what?
  • When the apparatus is parked outside with temperatures below 32 degrees Fahrenheit, what will FSTs do?
  • What is the required hose length for 5-inch hose on hose racks for pumpers and quints?
  • What talk group is used for DVR operations?
  • Where are station maintenance requests and repair time/date recorded?
  • SCBAs will be used when oxygen environment levels are less than?
  • Not a location where inspection results are recorded?
  • Where are inspection results recorded?
  • Which division provides loaner equipment for non-fire training at the Training Academy?
  • Commercial fuel cards are assigned to what?
  • Where are station maintenance requests and repair time/date recorded?
  • When should engine oil be checked?
  • Gas plug sets consist of how many sizes and installation handles?
  • What is the maximum number of 300 ft lines that may be tested simultaneously?
  • Which units are assigned MSA Altair IO4 detectors?
  • During hose testing, what is the maximum PSI increase per second?
  • During hose testing, how much PSI per second can the pressure rise?
  • During hose testing, hose lays must not exceed what length?
  • Company officers or support personnel should notify whom if they encounter an out-of-service city corral fuel pump?
  • Which action corresponds to the coolant usage guideline: more than 1 gallon within 2 months?
  • What is the non-emergency radio traffic mode?
  • Before entering standing water, what should the driver do?
  • The discharge gauge reading should be within how many PSI of the calibration gauge reading?
  • Which lubricant is approved for pulley cables?
  • Class 3 Harness is used for which type of rescue operations?
  • What is the primary safety function of traffic cones at the scene?
  • Which unit is described as responding to hall Condition 2 fire and Condition 2 Hazmat incidents, excluding gas leaks (40G)?
  • A GX1 firefighter on each shift reports to which manager for program and administrative topics?
  • Can fuel cards transfer when switching to reserve?
  • How many relay sites does the P25 Digital Radio Trunking System have, including a backup trunking site?
  • Other than the 5 inch hose, hoses are tested at what PSI?
  • What is the required hose length for reserve Quints for 5-inch hose?
  • If incorrect fuel is dispensed, what is the first action?
  • Are hard contact lenses allowed with SCBA?
  • What is the SCBA facepiece fit testing frequency?
  • Can parked fire apparatus available by radio be left unattended?
  • Flag protocol for active-duty firefighter death?
  • Which hydrant bonnet color indicates less than 500 gpm?
  • Who designates the House Captain when none is assigned?
  • Who is ultimately responsible for the apparatus they are riding in?
  • Which hydrant bonnet color indicates the highest flow rate (1500 gpm or greater)?
  • Who handles support for the Apple iPhone?
  • Who is responsible for tracking all SFPC inventory, maintenance, and inspection?
  • If two spotters are unavailable during station backing, what must occur?
  • What is the minimum PPE during tire leak removal?
  • When must the pump and tank be drained?
  • Water leaks must be repaired within how many working days?
  • Which hydrant bonnet color indicates a flow of 500-999 gpm?
  • Oxygen cylinder allotments for Structural Companies?
  • Blue Hydrant Bonnet indicates a discharge of at least how many gpm?
  • Which unit receives emails about station maintenance requests and completed repairs?
  • Who is emailed about station maintenance requests and completed repairs?
  • Which group handles SFPC inspection/assignment issues?
  • How far to the left do you stand of hose during hose test?
  • Which option correctly describes passing during Code 3?
  • Blue rope is used for belay safety. What length range does it have?
  • Which NFPA standard governs the PPE compliance/Safety Equipment Quality Assurance program?
  • The GX1 firefighter's day-to-day operations supervision is handled by which role?
  • Oxygen cylinder allotments for Rescue companies?
  • In EPFD, who is responsible for creating and maintaining the apparatus inventory?
  • Who do members report station repair or maintenance needs to first?
  • What is the purpose of the recirculating valve in freezing conditions?
  • When must drivers notify officer regarding coolant?
  • Which equipment is issued per company to mark lane boundaries?
  • Yellow with red braiding rope length and use?
  • Which hydrant bonnet color corresponds to 1000-1499 gpm?
  • Which channels are reserved for fire and medical system failure fallback?
  • The Analog Trunking system is what?
  • What is Code 3 response driving?
  • SCBA standby mode requirement for multi-story alarms/gas odor/alarm activation?
  • In the event of a pump outage, what email communication will be sent?
  • Why idle diesel apparatus before shutdown?
  • Which donning method is used to don SCBA from compartments?
  • Which term describes securing an ambulance when left unattended?
  • How many body bags are included in the hyperthermia equipment?
  • Which statement best describes the GX1 SFPC exchange items?
  • What is the booster tank flush frequency?
  • Structural inspection timeframe is measured in?
  • Which of the following best describes the SFPC accessories allowed?
  • At what tread depth will the shop be notified by emailing FD-Fleet for scheduled replacement?
  • How should iPhone support requests be submitted?
  • What happens if an apparatus is involved in a traffic accident?
  • Who may fill SCBA cylinders?
  • How many SCBAs are marinated per SCBA unit?
  • Which squad documents calibration dates at Station 5, and what are those detectors calibrated to?
  • The engine oil check should occur approximately how long after shutdown?
  • How do you clean and sanitize boots?
  • Which solution is used to sanitize SCBA?
  • What verifies proper backing spotter visibility before backing begins?
  • How many times is hose maintenance performed annually?
  • Which statement best describes the rear spotter's role during backing?
  • PPE storage area should not exceed which temperatures?
  • What is the procedure for multiple, curved, or crossings with an obstructed view?
  • Where is the EPFD Department Transfer of Property Form located?
  • Who is responsible for SCBA procurement and repair?
  • Hydrostatic testing frequency for SCBA cylinders?
  • What is the frequency for preventative maintenance documentation?
  • When is a property transfer form required?
  • What is the role of the two spotters during backing operations?
  • Which action is the final documented step in the sequence of responses to incorrect fuel dispensed?
  • Hospital communications fall under which talk group range?
  • Orange rope length and its use?
  • What are the radio system failure fallback simplex channels?
  • Which statement describes the spare cylinder distribution for SCBAs?
  • Class 1 Harness is?
  • Who signals the driver to begin backing?
  • What information must be included in the work order when dropping off a vehicle after hours?
  • How many personnel should operate power equipment when possible?
  • Who contacts Communications when an apparatus is disabled?
  • What must be used when ambulances are left unattended?
  • Which NFPA standard governs PPE compliance/QA program?
  • When may backing begin?
  • Who signs vendor repair invoices?
  • To whom should red tag questions be directed?
  • Which roadway condition prohibits the use of transmission and engine retarders?
  • What is the watering schedule for odd-numbered addresses?
  • Which rope color corresponds to 100 feet used for utility?
  • Who should questions regarding red tags be directed to?
  • Which disposal options are specified for excessively worn flags?
  • Which NFPA standard governs structural PPE purchased by the department that must be complied with or exceed?
  • Which railroad crossing should be chosen over uncontrolled railroad crossings?
  • Which lubricant is approved for ladder waterways?
  • Which statement is explicitly advised against when seeking iPhone support?
  • How is staff vehicles inspection time frame determined?
  • How should apparatus be positioned on traffic incidents?
  • Digital Vehicular Responder is located on which units?
  • Which of the following is a city corral address?
  • Which NFPA standard governs structural PPE purchased by the department that must be complied with or exceed?
  • For testing a 5 inch hose, what is the required test pressure?
  • In rigs, what orientation should the cylinder valve be in to facilitate proper donning while seated?
  • What action is taken after obtaining a reserve unit?
  • What action is taken when an apparatus is involved in a traffic accident?
  • PPE storage temperature limits specify which range?
  • How are SCBAs stored in compartments?
  • Who must be notified of permanent equipment changes affecting operational capability?
  • Who is designated to report lost fuel cards?
  • What is the maximum safe standing water depth for driving an apparatus?
  • Can aerial apparatus be power-washed or steam cleaned?
  • Where can off-duty fitness equipment be used?
  • How often should a rotation inspection of hydrants be performed?
  • Red light on stream light boxes indicates what?
  • Oxygen cylinder allotments for ROCs?
  • How far from the ends should hose be stenciled?
  • During a hose change and test, how many feet are moved from bottom to top?
  • Where are Red Tags documented?
  • Gas plug sets will be carried on all what?
  • Which item is not part of the hyperthermia equipment?
  • Lost fuel cards should be reported to whom?
  • The P25 trunking system backup trunking site has how many channels?
  • What must the driver do before entering standing water?
  • What color is the ramp stripe painted?
  • When charging hoses with water and bleeding off trapped air, at what PSI should pressure be kept?
  • What is the role of the DoITs email in the pump status process?
  • What maximum temperature should oxygen cylinders not be subjected to?
  • What is the first question in the Safe Place youth procedure?
  • Which statement best describes the Class 3 Harness?
  • For hose racks, which size has 600 feet?
  • GX1 will respond to what?
  • What is the flag order on a single pole (US & Texas)?
  • Battalion station oxygen allotments are set at how many cylinders?
  • Where is the officer positioned during backing operations?
  • Can apparatus drive through moving water?
  • What is the required hose length for the 5-inch hose on first line pumpers?
  • Which hydrant bonnet color corresponds to 1000-1499 gpm?
  • Which entity is responsible for notifying all companies when a corral fuel pump is placed out of service or returned to service?
  • Which system is described as a backup communication method using a computer microprocessor controller and a relay site?
  • What is the center feature of each hose test valve?
  • Black rope length and meaning?
  • When will you use the second firefighting hood?
  • How far away and directly in front of the mouth should microphones and radios be held?
  • What temperature range requires IV fluid/med removal from an ambulance?
  • Department personnel are required to salute during which occasions?
  • Which unit is allocated 8 oxygen cylinders?
  • What is the exact distance for holding microphones and radios from the mouth?
  • What is the practice regarding driving forward vs backing?
  • What is the minimum diesel idle time before shutdown?
  • When can one apparatus pass another during Code 3 response?
  • Who must approve disposal of City or Fire Department property?
  • What is Code 1 response driving?
  • Which rope color corresponds to a 75-foot water length?
  • How often are CO detectors replaced?
  • To clean SCBA, what solution will be used?
  • Which location stores the annual inventory documentation for the House Captain?
  • During hydrant inspections, water is allowed to flow for how long?
  • A hose test kit includes 4 hose test valves. How many hose ropes does it include?
  • What are the multiple-unit response channels?
  • The 5 inch hose being tested must be pressurized to what PSI?
  • Commercial fuel cards are assigned to which?
  • ROCS & Battalion inspections are performed after how many miles?
  • During hose testing, what pressure should be maintained while bleeding trapped air?
  • What is the Poison Control talk group?
  • When are decon wipes used?
  • When must shorelines be connected?
  • What is the fuel card daily limit?
  • Approximately how long is the delay of the P25 radio system?
  • What should be done after opening a hydrant fully?
  • Can fuel cards transfer when switching to reserve?
  • When should ice bags be rotated?
  • Is spray-on food grade lubricant allowed on ladder rails/slides?
  • Who provides training when reserve apparatus is placed in service?
  • Which organization is involved in flag disposal for excessively worn flags?
  • What is the procedure for maneuvering over a single track in an apparatus?
  • What is the immediate step that prevents further use of the incorrect unit?
  • How long will oxygen cylinder allotments be sufficient?
  • Are aerial apparatus power-washed or steam cleaned?
  • Which person signals the driver to begin backing during station backing?
  • When must hoods be washed?
  • Which person is primarily responsible for the weekly apparatus checklist?
  • If a city corral fuel pump is out of service, which group will be notified first?
  • Can air horns be used to move traffic stopped at controlled intersections?
  • Which squad documents calibration dates at Station 5?
  • If no firefighter is available during backing, where should the officer be positioned?
  • Who will provide loaner equipment for non-fire training at the Training Academy?
  • Which action is the sixth in the sequence after incorrect fuel is dispensed?
  • Which of the following is not a listed city corral address?
  • Which talk group range covers hospital communications?
  • Which device is included in hose test kits to calibrate discharge readings?
  • What is the emergency purchase limit?
  • What is the required hose length for the 2.5-inch hose on reserve pumpers?
  • What should other members do with their right hand during the pledge of allegiance?
  • How much ice should each cooler contain?
  • How often is hydrant inspection performed?
  • Can fire apparatus be used to jump-start vehicles?
  • What should be done if a steering tire is replaced and the opposite tire has unequal height/tread?
  • What is the fifth action after the incorrect fuel is dispensed?
  • Where is the firefighter positioned during backing operations?
  • Who completes the weekly apparatus checklist?
  • For reserve Quints, which sizes have 600 feet?
  • Can seatbelts be removed to don SFPC while vehicle is moving?
  • Which unit is allocated 25 oxygen cylinders?
  • SCBA facepiece fit testing frequency?
  • Which talk group is used for the primary EMS response?
  • Fire Star incidents are on which radio mode?
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