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02/12/2016

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Term
What's involved in a class Alpha fire?
Definition
(Solids) Wood Products, paper products, and fibrous materials
Term
What's the recommended extinguishing agent for class Alpha fires?
Definition
Water
Term
What's involved in a class Bravo fire?
Definition
Flammable and combustible liquids
Term
What's the recommended extinguishing agent for class Bravo fires?
Definition
AFFF
Term
What's involved in a class Charlie fire?
Definition
Energized electrics
Term
What's the recommended extinguishing agent for class Charlie fires?
Definition
CO2
Term
What's the most effective tactic to handle a class Charlie fire?
Definition
De-energize and handle as a class Alpha fire.
Term
What's involved in a class Delta fire?
Definition
Combustible metals
Term
What's the recommended extinguishing agent for class Delta fires?
Definition
Water (Fog Pattern)
Term
What's the chemical name for AFFF?
Definition
Aqueous Film Forming Foam
Term
What is the chemical name for CO2?
Definition
Carbon Dioxide
Term
What is the chemical name for Halon 1301?
Definition
Bromotrifluoromethane
Term
What is the chemical name for PKP?
Definition
Potassium Bicarbonate
Term
What is the chemical name for APC?
Definition
Aqueous Potassium Carbonate
Term
What is the effective range of the 18 and 27 lb portable PKP extinguishers?
Definition
19ft

21ft
Term
What is the minimum discharge time for the 18 and 27lb PKP extinguisher?
Definition
10 sec

11 sec
Term
What is the effective range of a 15lb CO2 portable extinguisher?
Definition
4-6 ft
Term
What is the minimum dishcarge time for the 15lb CO2 portable extinguisher?
Definition
40 sec
Term
What is the effective range of an AFFF fire extinguisher?
Definition
15 ft and decreasing
Term
What is the discharge time of an AFFF fire extinguisher?
Definition
55-65 sec
Term
What is active de-smoking?
Definition
Removing smoke and heat from the smoke control zone while fighting the fire
Term
What are the 3 things involved in overhaul?
Definition
(1) An examination and cleanup operation
(2) Finding and extinguishing hidden fires
(3) Determining whether the fire has extended to other parts of the space.
Term
What does NFTI stand for?
Definition
Naval Firefighter's Thermal Imager
Term
At what temperature does Halon 1301 decompose at?
Definition
900 degrees Fahrenheit
Term
What are the products fromed when Halon 1301 decomposes?
Definition
Hydrogen Fluoride
&
Hydrogen Bromide
Term
How long with the NFTI rechargeable battery last when fully charged?
Definition
4.85 hrs
Term
What are EEBD's used for?
Definition
Provide a limited amount of breathable oxygen to evacuate personnel
Term
When is an Indirect Attack used?
Definition
When conditions do not allow firefighters to enter the space
Term
What is the responsibility of the re-flash watch?
Definition
Observes the area to ensure that no new fires break out
Term
An Oceanco EEBD provides a maximum of how many minutes of oxygen for excape purposes?
Definition
10 Minutes
Term
How many batteries and what kind are used for the NFTI battery pack?
Definition
10 AA
Term
How many CO2 flooding systems are onboard?
Definition
8
Term
Where are the CO2 Flooding systems located?
Definition
Hazmat Storage
&
Motor Rewind Shop
Term
What are the 4 methods to light off the APC system?
Definition
Fusible Link

APC cylinder

Pressure release control box

Remote Control Box
Term
What type of fire main system do we have onboard?
Definition
10" Horizontal Loop
Term
What circuit is used for damage control and stability?
Definition
2JZ
Term
What spaces are protected by Halon?
Definition
Fire room

Engine Room

EDG

Pump Rooms 1 & 2
Term
How many halon bottles are in each of the following spaces?
Definition
Pump room 1&2: 2

EDG: 4

Fire Room: 15

Engine Room: 20
Term
What are the 2 sizes of metal shoring?
Definition
3-5 ft and 6-11 ft
Term
How many pounds does 3-5 ft metal shoring hold?
Definition
20,000 lbs compacted

12,000 lbs extended
Term
How many pounds does 6-11 ft shoring hold?
Definition
20,000 lbs compacted

6,000 lbs extended
Term
What is the function of the CMWD system?
Definition
To remove CBR contaminates from the outer skin of the ship
Term
How many CMWD facilities are onboard?
Definition
4
Term
Who is authorized to keep hazardous materials afterworking hours?
Definition
No one unless authorized by the fire marshal
Term
How do you actuate the CO2 flooding system?
Definition
Break the glass and pull the T-Handle until you see red
Term
How do you actuate the Halon system?
Definition
Pull the pin off the CO2 bottle and press down the lever
Term
Where is the AFFF station located?
Definition
Machine Shop
Term
How many repair lockers are onboard and where are ther locations?
Definition
4

Repair 1: All the way fwd
Repair 2: Midship Quarterdeck P-way
Repair 3: All the way aft by the smoke deck
NSF: DC P-way
Term
How long is the AFFF hose reel inside the Fire Room? How Long is the re-entry hose outside the space?
Definition
50ft

125ft
Term
How long is the AFFF hose reel inside the Engine Room? How Long is the re-entry hose outside the space?
Definition
50 ft

175 ft
Term
What is the cpacity of the AFFF tank?
Definition
458 gallons
Term
What is the title of the X40J sound powered phone circuit?
Definition
Casualty Communications Circuit
Term
What are the 4 possible nozzle positions on a vari-nozzle?
Definition
Solid (straight) stream

Narrow Fog

Wide Fog

Flush
Term
The acronym PECU stands for what?
Definition
Portable Exothermic Cutting Unit
Term
How many MOPP levels are there?
Definition
5 Levels (0-4)
Term
What circuit is the AFFF station?
Definition
X50J
Term
What does the acronym PEARS stand for?
Definition
Portable Electrical Access Rescue System
Term
What is the P-100 Designed for?
Definition
Firefighting and limited de-watering functions
Term
What 3 types of wood shoring are there?
Definition
H, I, K
Term
What type of SCBA bottle do we use onboard?
Definition
45 Minutes
Term
Who is responsible for fighting fires on the USS Frank Cable?
Definition
All Hands
Term
Which material condition of readiness provides the maximum amount of protection?
Definition
Zebra
Term
How many seconds is the Halon time delay set for in an unmanned space?
Definition
30 Seconds
Term
How many seconds is the Halon time delay set for in a manned space?
Definition
60 Seconds
Term
What are the 4 Major components used to accomplish wooden shoring?
Definition
Shore

Strongback

Wedge

Batten
Term
What is the CFM rating for the box fan?
Definition
3200
Term
What is the CFM rating for the RAM fan?
Definition
2000
Term
What powers the Box fan?
Definition
115v
Term
What powers the RAM fan?
Definition
Fire Main
Term
What is the minimum PSIneeded to power the ram fan?
Definition
40-80 psi
Term
What size is the inlet and outlet for the ram fan?
Definition
1.5 in
Term
Name 2 portable eductors?
Definition
S-Type

Peri-Jet
Term
How many jets are inside the S-Type eductor?
Definition
1
Term
How many jets are inside the Peri-Jet eductor?
Definition
6
Term
What are the sizes of the supply and dishcarge fittings on the S-type eductor?
Definition
1.5 in supply

2.5 in discharge
Term
What are the sizes of the supply and dishcarge fittings on the Peri-jet eductor?
Definition
2.5 in supply

4 in discharge
Term
Who does the team leader report to?
Definition
On-scene leader
Term
Who does the On-scene leader report to?
Definition
Repair Locker Leader
Term
Who does the Repair Locker Leader report to?
Definition
Damage Control Central
Term
What is the extension 7666 and 6777?
Definition
7666- DCC 6777- Fire Marshal
Term
What type of AFFF system does the Frank Cable have?
Definition
Fixed Eductor
Term
Where can you find the APC system?
Definition
Galley
Term
The SCBA can be pressurized to__________ PSI.
Definition
4500
Term
Who is in charge of the Team while inside the affected space?
Definition
Team Leader
Term
How many volts does the SOPV run on?
Definition
440v
Term
How many gallons of foam will 1 portable 5 gallon jug of AFFF make?
Definition
660 gallons
Term
What is the shelf life of AFFF?
Definition
Indefinite
Term
What allows you to know how much AFFF is in the tank?
Definition
Tank Level Indicator
(TLI)
Term
What does the acronym SOPV stand for?
Definition
Soledoid Operated Piloted Valve
Term
What are the 2 types of SOPVs?
Definition
Master & Service
Term
What does the powertrol/powercheck do?
Definition
Regulates the flow of AFFF concentrate
Term
What do the hytrol/hycheck do?
Definition
Regulates flow of the fire main
Term
What does the collors red/green on a pipe designate?
Definition
AFFF Mixture
Term
What does the colors red/blue on a pipe desginate?
Definition
AFFF Concentrate
Term
When can you not discharge AFFF?
Definition
Less than 3 nm from land
Term
When can you discharge AFFF as needed?
Definition
Greater than 12nm from land
Term
How do you get AFFF to pump rooms 1 and 2?
Definition
Portable 5 gallon AFFF jugs and a standpipe
Term
What is the only SOPV the Frank Cable has?
Definition
Service
Term
How many AFFF hose reels does the Frank Cable have?
Definition
8
Term
What does the acronym MOPP stand for?
Definition
Mission Oriented Protective Posture
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