S-130 Module 6 Solved 100% Correct
All of the following are proper care methods for hand tools, EXCEPT - Answers-Repair
cracked or loose tool heads with glue or sealant.
Identify the distance firefighters should maintain when walking or working with hand
tools. - Answers-10 feet (3m)
Identify THREE techniques illustrating proper hand tool use. - Answers-keep your eyes
on what is being cut
Watch your cutting angle and path of the tool head
Use the proper grip and stance
Identify THREE ways to use hand tools safely. - Answers-Watch your cutting angle to
prevent ricochet.
Wear safety glasses at all times.
Keep your eyes on what is being cut
Identify TWO benefits of sharp blades on hand tools. - Answers-Cuts more effectively
than a dull one.
Allows you to use short, sharp cutting strokes.
Identify TWO safety procedures to follow when carrying hand tools. - Answers-Hold the
tool on the downhill side when walking across a slope.
Do not run with hand tools.
identify TWO tools you can use in conjunction with a fire swatter. - Answers-Fire rake
Backpack Pump
Match with appropriate sharpening techniques - Answers-Ax - Even taper approximately
2 1/2 inches (65 mm) back from the cutting edge
Pulaski - Bevel grubbing edge 3/8-inch (10 mm) wide
Brush Hook - Sharpen cutting edge from 1 inch (25.4 mm) at base to 3/4 inch (19 mm)
at tip
All of the following are proper care methods for hand tools, EXCEPT - Answers-Repair
cracked or loose tool heads with glue or sealant.
Identify the distance firefighters should maintain when walking or working with hand
tools. - Answers-10 feet (3m)
Identify THREE techniques illustrating proper hand tool use. - Answers-keep your eyes
on what is being cut
Watch your cutting angle and path of the tool head
Use the proper grip and stance
Identify THREE ways to use hand tools safely. - Answers-Watch your cutting angle to
prevent ricochet.
Wear safety glasses at all times.
Keep your eyes on what is being cut
Identify TWO benefits of sharp blades on hand tools. - Answers-Cuts more effectively
than a dull one.
Allows you to use short, sharp cutting strokes.
Identify TWO safety procedures to follow when carrying hand tools. - Answers-Hold the
tool on the downhill side when walking across a slope.
Do not run with hand tools.
identify TWO tools you can use in conjunction with a fire swatter. - Answers-Fire rake
Backpack Pump
Match with appropriate sharpening techniques - Answers-Ax - Even taper approximately
2 1/2 inches (65 mm) back from the cutting edge
Pulaski - Bevel grubbing edge 3/8-inch (10 mm) wide
Brush Hook - Sharpen cutting edge from 1 inch (25.4 mm) at base to 3/4 inch (19 mm)
at tip
