IFSTA 7th Edition Chapter 13: Hose Operations and Hose Streams | 72 Questions and Answers(A+ Solution guide)

NFPA 1001 uses what term to refer to a stream of water produced from a hose? - Fire Stream In general, what are fire hydrant bonnets, barrels, and foot pieces made of? - Cast iron The internal working parts of a hydrant are made of what? - Bronze The valve facings of hydrants are made of what? - Rubber, leather, or composite materials The primary types of hydrants used in North America are what? - Dry barrel and Wet barrel Hydrants are considered standard if they contain what two components? - (1) At least one large (4 or 4 1/2") outlet referred to as the pumper outlet nozzle or steamer connection (2) two hose outlet nozzles for 2 1/2" couplings Hydrant specifications require a _" valve opening for standard three-way hydrants and a _" connection to the water main - 5", 6" NFPA 1963 - Standard for Fire Hose Connections What NFPA number sets regulations for the number of threads per inch and outside diameter of the male thread on hydrants? - NFPA 1963 What are the 4 types of hose clamps? - Screw down press down hydraulic press wildland hose clampsHow far away behind the apparatus should you apply the hose clamp? - At least 20 feet How far from the coupling on the supply side should the hose clamp be applied? - About 5 feet You should operate and inspect fire hydrants at least how often to verify reliable function and address needed repairs? - At least once a year