FIREFIGHTER TOOLS FINAL EXAM QUESTIONS & ANSWERS

Halligan Tool - ANSWER-A prying/spreading tool that incorporates a pick, Adz, and a fork specifically designed for use in the fire service Hose Roller - ANSWER-A device that is placed on the edge of a roof and is used to protect hose as it is hoisted up and over the roof edge. Fire Extinguisher - ANSWER-a portable device that puts out small fires by ejecting fire-extinguishing chemicals on A, B, and C fires Adjustable Fog Nozzle - ANSWER-you can change the gpm, there is a flush to get all the debris out of the nozzle, and you can change the stream from straight to fog and vice versa Gated Wye - ANSWER-A valved device that splits a single hose 2.5 in (female coupling) into two separate hoses 1.5 in (male couplings), allowing each hose to be turned on and off independently through ball valves Spanner Wrench - ANSWER-Small tool primarily used to tighten or loosen hose couplings; can also be used as a prying tool or a gas meter key. Hydrant Gate Valve - ANSWER-used to throttle the flow of water from a fire hydrant Storz Coupling (Hydrant Adapter) - ANSWER-connect directly to the grooved or threaded pipes supplying a fire sprinkler or standpipe system Pike Pole - ANSWER-a long metal-topped wood, aluminum, or fiberglass poles used for reaching, holding, pushing, or pulling. Flat Head Axe - ANSWER-a striking/cutting tool