Mobile water supply and Hydraulics Basics| Exam Q&A 2025/2026| Approved 100%
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Mobile water supply and Hydraulics
Basics| Exam Q&A 2025/2026| Approved
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You are stationed in Alaska in December. You've just come back from a company inspection to
find that your stall door will not operate and cannot be fixed until the following day. To prevent
damage from freezing y...
Mobile water supply and Hydraulics
Basics| Exam Q&A 2025/2026| Approved
100%
You are stationed in Alaska in December. You've just come back from a company inspection to
find that your stall door will not operate and cannot be fixed until the following day. To prevent
damage from freezing you should: Drain the piping, pump, and booster lines to prevent
damage.
What is the primary purpose of mobile water supply apparatus?
To transport water to emergency scenes where hydrants or other sources are unavailable
How does a mobile water supply apparatus typically acquire its water?
Through hydrants, water sources, or shuttling water from a static source
What is one common type of mobile water supply used in rural areas?
Tankers or water tenders
What is a critical factor to consider when positioning mobile water supply apparatus at a fire
scene?
Ensuring easy access for rapid water deployment and resupply
How does the capacity of mobile water supply apparatus affect firefighting operations?
Larger capacities reduce the need for frequent resupply trips
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, What is the typical water capacity range for mobile water supply apparatus in rural areas?
1,000 to 4,000 gallons
What is a common technique used to shuttle water to a fire scene when no hydrants are
available?
Water shuttle operations
In a water shuttle operation, what role does the "fill site" play?
It is where water is loaded into the apparatus for transportation to the fire scene
What equipment on mobile water supply apparatus allows it to discharge water quickly?
Dump valves and large-diameter hoses
Why is it important for mobile water supply apparatus to have multiple dump valves?
To facilitate quick water transfer in various directions
How does gravity dumping differ from pressurized dumping?
Gravity dumping relies on gravity alone, while pressurized uses pumps to increase discharge
speed
What is a "portable tank," and how is it used in mobile water supply operations?
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