IFSTA 7th Edition - Chapter 12: Fire hose SOLUTION 2023//2024

Which type of hose transports water from the pumping apparatus to the nozzle where it is applied to the fire? (541) - ANSWER Attack hose A fire hose is labeled according to the: (541) - ANSWER 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) - ANSWER Large diameter soft sleeve hose Why is it advantageous for departments to use hose with national standard threaded couplings? (544) - ANSWER Different departments that respond together can connect their hose sections without adapters A male hose coupling: (544) - ANSWER Has the thread on the exterior The part of the coupling where it attaches to the hose is called the: (544) - ANSWER Shank The _______ on a coupling is a flattened angle at the end of the threads that helps prevent cross-threading when connecting couplings. (544) - ANSWER Higbee cut What is the purpose of lugs on a fire hose coupling? (545) - ANSWER 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) - ANSWER Recessed_lugs Which statement describes two-way couplings? (546) - ANSWER Do not have male or female threads