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NFPA 1901, Standard for Automotive Fire Apparatus outlines the requirements of
pumper design. ANSWER The standard lists a minimum pump capacity of 750 gpm and a
water tank with minimum capacity of 300 gallons. Pump capacities larger than 750 gpm
increase in increments of 250 gpm with most municipal fire departments operating
pumpers of 2000 gpm or less. There are, however, many pumpers in service with
industrial fire departments that exceed 2000 gpm.
Both municipal and industrial foam pumpers may be equipped with - ANSWER Fire
pumps ranging in capacity from 750 to 3000 gpm or greater.
Large onboard tank of foam concentrate, often contain 500 gallons or more of foam
concentrate.
The proportioning systems common to municipal fire pumpers are, in essence,
downscaled versions of their industrial fire pumper cousins - ANSWER Similarly, the
tanks for the foam are also small, typically in the 20 to 100 gallon range. Many are
designed to be refilled directly from 5 gallon containers.
Mini-Pumper - ANSWER Small fire apparatus mounted on a pickup-truck-sized chassis,
usually with a pump having a rated capacity less than 500 gpm. Its primary advantage is
speed and mobility, which enables it to respond to fires more rapidly than larger
apparatus.
Midi-Pumper Apparatus sized between a minipumper and a full-size fire department
pumper generally with a gross vehicle weight of 12,000 pounds or greater. The
midi-pumper has a fire pump with rated capacity generally not greater than 1000 gpm.
Some fire departments operate pumpers equipped with various types of elevating
devices to apply fire streams. - ANSWER The articulating or telescoping devices most
commonly combined with pumpers generally range in height from 50 to 75 feet.
,Apparatus Typing - ANSWER The Incident Command System, as defined by the National
Incident Management System categorizes pumping apparatus and mobile water supply
apparatus based on capability.
Mobile water supply apparatus - ANSWER per NFPA 1901 are equipped with a minimum
tank capacity of 1000 gallons.
Specialty designed wild land apparatus are often mounted on one-ton or larger chassis,
usually featuring all-wheel drive. - ANSWER Commonly known as brush trucks, brush
breakers, or booster apparatus, these vehicles often have pump capacities and water
tanks of 500 gallons or less. However some jurisdictions operate larger apparatus with
pumps up to 1000 gpm and water tanks of 1000 gallons or larger.
NFPA 1500 - ANSWER Standard on Fire Department Occupational Safety and Health
Program.
NFPA 1906 - ANSWER Standard for Wildland Fire Apparatus
NFPA 414 - ANSWER Standard for Aircraft Rescue and Fire-Fighting Vehicles
Three categories of apparatus: - ANSWER Major fire fighting vehicles
Rapid intervention vehicles
Combined agent vehicles
Some fireboats have capacities as high as 50,000 gpm. ANSWER Individual master
stream devices on these vessels may discharge large volumes of water sometimes in
excess of 10,000 gpm.
,A quint is an apparatus equipped with a fire pump, water tank, and hose, as well as an
aerial device and ground ladders. - ANSWER The vehicle must be equipped with a pump
rated at least 1000 gpm, and a water tank of at least 300 gallons.
Inverter An inverter can convert a vehicle's 12- or 24-volt DC current to - ANSWER 110-
or 220-volt AC current.
Portable generators powered by small gasoline or diesel engines generally have 110
and/or 220 volt capability. These units may be operated in the compartment of an
apparatus or carried to a remote location. Portable generators are highly useful when
electric power is needed remote from the position of a fire apparatus. Portable
generators are available with a variety of power capacities; 5000 watts is typically the
largest capacity.
Vehicle-mounted generators supply the power needed to operate the apparatus
floodlights and other portable electrically operated equipment. - ANSWER Most of these
generators are powered by gasoline, diesel, power-take-off, or hydraulic systems; carry
both 110 and 220 volt capabilities; and have capacities up to 12,000 watts.
Rescue apparatus or other specialized units may have installed generator systems -
ANSWER with capacities of 50,000 watts or greater.
The light carrying equipment on the pumping apparatus may be portable or fixed. -
ANSWER Between 300 to 1000 watts.
Apparatus may be mounted with banks of lights on booms, electric, pneumatic, or
hydraulic powered. - ANSWER Installations will generally range in capacity between 500
to 1500 watts per light.
Some jurisdictions may specify 12-gauge, 3-wire cords with 600-volt insulation and
twist-lock receptacles - ANSWER to provide secure connections.
NFPA 1002 - ANSWER Requires that driver/operators be competent in the execution of
specific maintenance activities.
, NFPA 1071 - ANSWER Standard for Emergency Vehicle Technician Professional
Qualifications, provides source to train and certify fire apparatus mechanics and fire
department maintenance officers.
During the first six months after an apparatus is received, while the paint and protective
coating are new and unseasoned,- ANSWER the vehicle should be washed frequently
using cold water to harden the paint and keep it from spotting.
Pretrip Road Worthiness Inspection - ANSWER A visual inspection of an apparatus to
ensure the major components of the chassis are present and in proper working
condition.
Diesel exhaust may contain up to 100 - ANSWER harmful chemicals and compounds.
NFPA 1911 - ANSWER requires that all tires be replaced every seven years regardless
of their condition.
Tire selections for fire apparatus - ANSWER are based on gross axle weight ratings for
the apparatus.
On a 20-inch diameter steering wheel, - ANSWER the play may be about 2 inches in
either direction.
Side-to-side variation - ANSWER in weight cannot be more than seven percent.
Smaller equipment, along with some older vehicles are designed with hydraulic braking
systems. - ANSWER Most commercial and private vehicles manufactured since 1990 are
designed with antilock braking systems.
Apparatus equipped with air brakes shall be equipped with an air pressure protection
valve that prohibits the operation of air horns or other non-essential devices when the
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