IFSTA 7th Edition - Chapter 12: Fire hose | Questions and Answers(A+ Solution guide)

Which type of hose transports water from the pumping apparatus to the nozzle where it is applied to the fire? (541) - Attack hose A fire hose is labeled according to the: (541) - Size of its inside diameter Which type of hose is designed to connect the pumping apparatus to a pressurized water source, such as a hydrant? (542) - Large diameter soft sleeve hose Why is it advantageous for departments to use hose with national standard threaded couplings? (544) - Different departments that respond together can connect their hose sections without adapters A male hose coupling: (544) - Has the thread on the exterior The part of the coupling where it attaches to the hose is called the: (544) - Shank The _______ on a coupling is a flattened angle at the end of the threads that helps prevent crossthreading when connecting couplings. (544) - Higbee cut What is the purpose of lugs on a fire hose coupling? (545) - Aid in tightening and loosening connections Which type of lugs are shallow holes drilled into booster hose couplings that require a special spanner wrench to tighten? (545) - Recessed_lugs Which statement describes two-way couplings? (546) - Do not have male or female threads Which is characteristic of nonthreaded couplings? (546) - An adapter must be used to connect non threaded couplings to hydrantsAccording to NFPA 1962, fire hose should be service tested within 90 days before being placed in service for the first time and then: (547) - At least once a year Before fire hose and couplings are stored or placed back into service, they should be: (548) - Inspected for damage to the hose jacket and threads How should hard intake hose be cleaned after use? (548) - Rinse with clear water Woven-jacket fire hose: (548) - Must be brushed clear of dust and dirt after use In order to prevent mildew, _______ hose must be dried before being stored. (549) - Woven-jacket natural fiber What should be done to prevent damage when drying fire hose in hose towers or on racks? (549) - Secure the couplings to the rack or tower Hose that is stored in the fire apparatus bay: (550) - Must be inspected and cleaned more frequently due to exposure to oil, gasoline, and airborne contaminants To prevent damage to hose when storing it in racks, the hose should be: (551) - Rolled with the male