Training Manual Article 1.10, Truck Ops.

Table of Contents
1.10.00 Terminology ....................................................................................................... 2 1.10.01 General Information ............................................................................................ 2 1.10.02 Guidelines for Emergency Operations ................................................................. 5 1.10.03 Aerial Ladder Pipe Operation.............................................................................. 7 1.10.04 Confined Space Rescue Tools ...................................................................... 8 1.10.5 Extrication Tools .................................................................................................. 8 1.10.6 Forcible Entry Tools ........................................................................................... 11 1.10.7 Hand Tools ......................................................................................................... 13 1.10.8 Low Angle Rescue .............................................................................................. 18 1.10.9 Rope Rescue ....................................................................................................... 20 1.10.10 Other Tools and Equipment .............................................................................. 22 1.10.11 Ventilation Tools .............................................................................................. 26 1.10.12 Salvage Tools ................................................................................................... 28 1.10.13 Water Rescue .................................................................................................... 28 1.10.14 EMS ................................................................................................................. 29 APPENDIX A: Truck Set-Up for Elevated Master Stream ............................................ 30 APPENDIX B: Tower Set-up for Ladder Pipe ............................................................... 32

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1.10.00 Terminology
Aerial Ladder: Power-operated device mounted upon a special truck chassis for firefighting purposes. Apparatus Operator (AO): The driver and operator of the Aerial Ladder Truck. Parks Long: drives and parks just past the incident Primary Truck Team: (Referred to by Unit ID) Consists of the Captain and the firefighter riding in the jump seat. Team B: On a Truck in the VFD: consists of the AO and Tiller Operator. On a Tower at CCFD: consists of the AO and the firefighter in seat four. Tiller Operator: This person steers the trailer axle. Tower: AKA Quint, consists of an aerial device, pump, water, hose, and a full complement of ground ladders. Tractor: The front section of the Aerial Ladder Truck which contains the drive train Tractor-Drawn Aerial: or TDA, consists of a short wheel-based truck, a fifth-wheel hitch, and a large trailer. The trailers axle is unique in its ability to be steered. Greater maneuverability is possible with tractor-drawn apparatus and this increased maneuverability is an asset on narrow streets or in heavy traffic. Trailer: The section of the tractor-drawn aerial that carries the aerial ladder and most other equipment. Truck: Consists of an aerial device and a full complement of ground ladders, tools, and equipment.

1.10.01 General Information

A. History 1) Truck companies date back to the original volunteer fire departments, the members of which recognized that reaching a fire on the upper floor of a multistory structure is a significant problem. With the addition of hydraulically

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operated aerials and refined equipment, the basic truck company evolved into a specialized company with personnel responsible for tasks beyond extinguishment. 2) Todays modern ladder truck may reach heights up to 110 feet. The basic truck company evolved into a specialized company with personnel responsible for tasks beyond extinguishment. B. Application 1) CCFRs Tower 26 has a 75 aerial ladder and is manned with a minimum of 2 personnel and is housed with Battalion 21, Engine 26, Tender 26, Brush 26, and Rehab 26. Currently the Tower and Battalion are the only manned rigs. VFDs Truck 1 is stationed with Engine 1 and Truck 6 is stationed alone. Both Trucks have 100 aerial ladders and are manned with four. Members regularly assigned to trucks also train in the following disciplines: Tech Rescue - extra staffing EMS response Low-Angle Rope Rescue Auto Extrication 2) Some of the duties or activities commonly encountered on a truck company may include: Search and rescue Assisting interior fire attack operations Ventilation Use of ground ladders Use of hydraulic aerial ladder Forcible entry Checking for fire extension Salvage Ladder-pipe operation Utility control Overhaul Auto Extrication Special Operations (a) Trench rescue (b) Provide extra staffing for HR5 (c) Confined space operations provide extra staffing (d) High-angle rescue provide extra staffing (e) Vehicle Extrication C. Apparatus 1) The aerial ladders consist of multiple sections and are constructed of steel with beams of a truss bridge type construction. Trucks carry ground ladders (in excess of 200 feet in total length), specialized tools and equipment use for a variety of emergency operations. D. Aerial Ladder Operations Policy Review Truck Ops. Last Updated 11/17/10 Article_1-10_Truck_Ops Page 3 of 33

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1) The operation and maintenance of aerial ladder apparatus shall be consistent with industry standards. It is recognized that standards cannot address every possible situation where apparatus are utilized under life-threatening emergency conditions. It is expected that officers and apparatus operators will use their training and best judgment in circumstances where life safety must receive top priority in the deployment of apparatus and personnel. E. Safe Work Procedures 1) The aerial ladder is only as good or as safe as the operator and crew. 2) No one will be permitted to climb an aerial until the operator indicates that the ladder is safe for climbing. 3) Moving the ladder while members are on the ladder is extremely dangerous. Extending or retracting the ladder while individuals are on it should almost always be avoided. 4) Do not utilize a knee-lock on the aerial. Use a ladder belt. 5) Always consider the stability of a structure that the ladder may rest on. Note dangerous cornices or other objects that might endanger members of the ladder. 6) At night, keep the top of the ladder and the rungs well-lit. 7) Never use the ladder as a battering ram. This can cause serious damage to the ladder. 8) Venting windows with the aerial shall only be performed by experienced and trained personnel. If doing so, the ladder shall be lowered through the glass rather than extended into it. This will minimize the falling glass and glass sliding down the rails towards the AO. 9) The ladder shall be inspected per manufacturer recommendation and Department SOPs. 10) Apparatus operators shall exercise care to ensure, to the extent possible, that the ground surface is stable and free of underground vaults or void spaces in the area of outrigger jacks. 11) Operate the ladder with deliberate motions and smooth application of power. Jerky or erratic application of power is dangerous and puts unnecessary stress on the aerial ladder. 12) Never use the ladder for pulling down walls or structural members. The ladder is not constructed for this purpose. 13) Limit the number of firefighters permitted on the ladder and on each section of the ladder in accordance with the manufacturers and/or NFPA recommendations. 14) Always observe the inclinometer for the safe angle of operation and safe loadings. 15) Take special care when working around electrical wires. In case of contact with live wires, do not allow anyone standing on the ground to touch the truck as they provide an electric path to ground. Truck Ops. Last Updated 11/17/10 Article_1-10_Truck_Ops Page 4 of 33

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16) Exercise great care when the ladder is coated with ice as this may cause failure of the ladder if moved before defrosting. 17) If necessary, use salt under the jacks and wheels when operating on ice and snow. 18) Operate the aerial with extreme caution when operating during strong or gusty winds. Do not exceed manufacturers warning on operating during windy conditions. 19) Distribute the weight on the ladder per manufacturers recommendations. 20) Always properly secure hose lines to the ladder, taking care that hose ropes or straps do not interfere with the operation of the rungs. 21) Always report promptly any difficulty with the ladder, including inadequate hydraulic power, to the responsible officer. 22) After any exposure of flame or fire damage, after all major repairs, and periodically, each aerial ladder shall be tested as outlined in the NFPA Standard Testing Aerial Ladders. 23) Take special precautions both in securing the vehicle and in placing the ladder when operating on steep hills. Do not exceed the manufacturers recommendation on operating limits with regard to grade.

1.10.02 Guidelines for Emergency Operations

These guidelines provide for the efficient and effective use of personnel in mitigating escalating emergencies. While these guidelines have been established, the officers will continue to have the authority and responsibility to coordinate capabilities with tasks he/she deems necessary to meet incident needs, priorities, and safety considerations. Truck Companies that arrive first without an engine company will need to prioritize, due to the reduced staffing and capability, the need between fire attack and other truck company operations. The mode of operation shall be determined by the company officer after assessing the emergency and the number of operations which can be safely performed. Incident needs not able to be addressed by the Truck Company will be assigned to the other arriving companies.

A. Standard Truck Operations / Residential Fire 1) Truck usually parks long on residential (or nose to nose with Engine) Officer Size up IC / Plan Split Teams? Walk around Access/egress Axe/Knox keys TIC FF Marriage/Entry Fan / Box Light Saw / Axe A/O Note construct. Article_1-10_Truck_Ops Page 5 of 33

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Vent profile Saws TIC Sounding tool Ladder bldg. Axe Secure utilities Tiller/4th FF

B. Standard Truck Operations / Commercial Fire 1) Truck usually parks in front on commercial fires Officer Size up Split team? Walk/drive around Axe / Knox keys TIC FF Marriage/saw Light box/axe B Team Spot for aerial ops Const. Features Access/egress Marriage/tools/saw

C. High Rise Operations (as per High Rise Fires SOG 400.10) Officer / FF Split crews? Knox keys Circ Saw Hooks TIC B Team Spot for aerial ops. Fan(s) to stairwell TIC

D. Auto Extrication 1) Set up for extrication and patient care. Use necessary extrication tools. 2) Isolate the scene and request HR5 (TRT) and provide manpower. E. Confined Space 1) Officer Extrication Group Supervisor 2) AO Lighting, extrication control 3) Pump Operator Secure vehicle, operate power plant 4) Tiller Operator Power plant, cutters, spreaders, ram, sawz-all 5) Firefighter Power plant, cutters, spreaders, ram, sawz-all 6) Officer Command, assist spotting 7) AO Operate aerial, anchor system 8) Pump Operator Assist setup 9) Tiller Operator Attach rope roller, pass ropes, assist aerial operator 10) Firefighter Setup basket, attach basket to ropes 11) Officer Rescue Group Supervisor 12) AO Tripod, rigging, entry control Truck Ops. Last Updated 11/17/10 Article_1-10_Truck_Ops Page 6 of 33

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13) Pump Operator Air monitoring, SABA, PPV 14) Tiller Operator/4th FF Entry team 15) Firefighter Entry team Isolate the scene and request HR5(TRT) Prepare for low angle and request HR5(TRT) for high angle F. Trench Rescue G. Rope Rescue 1) Officer Rescue Group Supervisor 2) Aerial Operator Shoring, rescue 3) Pump Operator Ladder, shoring, rescue 4) Tiller Operator/4th FF Shoring, rescue 5) Firefighter Shoring, rescue 6) Officer Rescue Group Supervisor 7) Aerial Operator Anchoring, rigging 8) Pump Operator Anchoring, rigging 9) Tiller Operator/4th FF Rescue team 10) Firefighter Rescue team

1.10.03 Aerial Ladder Pipe Operation

An aerial ladder pipe operation is deployed during major fire operations to address rapidly developing fires with conflagration potential or fires that can not be easily controlled with hand lines due to reach. An aerial ladder pipe can be utilized as a water curtain for fire exposures and is used on large structures when the roof has lost its integrity and collapsed. Ladder pipes are generally deployed: 1) To protect exposures. 2) When in a defensive mode. A. Establish a Water Supply 1) Firefighters must establish a water supply before operating the master stream. 2) Pump Engineer Duties (when not supplying another pumper) a) Step #1: Connect supply line and controlling device to ladder pipe supply hose on opposite of the ladder truck from objective or as directed by company officer (Siamese or Manifold) (Fig. 9). b) Step #2: As ladder is extended, manage the hose as it feeds up to the desired elevation (Fig. 10). 3) AO Duties: a) Step #1: Call for water Truck Ops. Last Updated 11/17/10 Article_1-10_Truck_Ops Page 7 of 33

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B. Aerial Ladder Pipe Operation 1) Officers Responsibilities: a) Monitor the operation. b) Advise the Incident Commander when aerial ladder pipe is in operation. c) Provide incident update as required. 2) Tiller Operator/4th FF Duties: a) Step #1 Operate nozzle.

1.10.04 Confined Space Rescue Tools

A. Request CRESA to page TRT B. See SOG 600.16 and Article 40 for more information.

1.10.5 Extrication Tools

A. Hydraulic Extrication Tool 1) This tool is most associated with vehicle extrication. Its ability to exert force in either spreading or pulling makes it a valuable tool. The complement of tools includes a hydraulic power unit, spreaders, cutters, ram, and chains.

B. Reciprocating Saw 1) The recip. saw provides an excellent tool for auto extrication and other entry applications. VFD has cordless and a/c models with metal and wood blades; excellent for cutting car posts.

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C. Come-Along 1) A portable winch operated by a manual ratchet used for lifting and pulling. When used, the come-along is attached to a secure anchor point and the cable is run out to the object being moved. Once both ends are attached, the lever is operated to rewind the cable which pulls the moveable object to the anchor point. Chains may be used as part of the lifting/pulling systems with the come-along. D. Air Bags 1) Air bags give us the ability to lift or displace objects that cannot be lifted with other rescue equipment. High pressure bags consist of a tough neoprene rubber exterior reinforced with wire/kevlar. Deflated, the bags lie completely flat and are about 1 thick. They come in various sizes. E. Cribbing 1) Consists of 4x4s, 2x4s, and wedges. They are very effective stabilizing tools. Cribbing may be used to build-up in a box formation until enough is used to stabilize a vehicle. 2) Step Cribbing: Step chocks can be used to provide rapid stabilization of a vehicle.

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F. Glass Master This tool is designed to cut the front windshield off the vehicle. It has a saw, forcing edge, and center punch.

G. Pneumatic Tool 1) This tool is also known as the Air Chisel and is powered by an SCBA bottle. Its primary function is cutting medium gauge and heavy gauge metals. H. For more information see Extrication Training Manual Article 15.

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1.10.6 Forcible Entry Tools
A. Forcible entry is the technique used by fire department personnel to gain access to a structure whose normal means of egress is locked, blocked, or nonexistent. Forcible entry techniques, when properly used, result in a minimal amount of damage to the structure, or structural components, and provide quick access for firefighters. Forcible entry should not be used when normal means of egress are readily available. B. Axes 1) Pick-Head Axe The pick head axe is very effective for cutting through wood, shingles, and other natural and lightweight materials. The pick end serves to give the firefighter an opportunity to make a starting point to begin cutting or to pierce materials. 2) Flat-Head Axe The flat head axe also cuts through a variety of natural materials. When paired with prying tool, the flat head axe becomes a vital addition to the forcible entry team because the flat head can be used as a striking tool. Long arching swings should not be used with axes. This method increases the danger of hitting other members or overhead obstructions. Due to the grain of the wooden handle of an axe, the strongest axis when using the axe to pry is in line with the head or pick of the axe. Care must be used when prying in the direction of either side of the head of the axe. 3) Bolt Cutters Bolt cutters are metal cutting devices used in forcible entry to cut bolts, iron bars, pins, cables, hasps, chains and some padlock shackles. Bolt cutters should not be used to cut case-hardened materials found in locks or other security devices. They should never be used to cut charged electric wires or energized metals. C. Sledge Hammer and Haligan Marriage 1) When a heavier striking tool is needed.

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D. Crow Bar and Pry Bar 1) Crow Bars, also called wrecking bars, are designed to dismantle building components. They are well suited for prying hasps, locks and latches.

E. Halligan Tool 1) A tool which has additional specialized features for forcible entry outside of simple pry or wrecking bars. The Halligan Tool has an adztype end for prying or gaining a purchase point, a fork end which is useful in prying nail, bolts and lock hasps, a pike end which can be levered or twisted to break an objective, and a flat surface which can be hammered against.

F. Irons and Marriages 1) Two very effective forcible entry tools which have been strapped together for ease of carrying and convenience. The Halligan tool can be wedged or purchased into an objective, and then the flat-head axe can be hammered against the flat surface of the Halligan to gain a better advantage in leveraging.

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G. Rabbet Tool 1) This handheld spreader works well in tight spaces.

H. K-TOOL 1) This tool is used for lock cylinders on doors for entry.

1.10.7 Hand Tools

A. Brooms and Pitchforks 1) Sweeping and moving objects. B. Axe with Belt 1) Worn by truck crewmembers at fires C. East Coast Hooks 1) Boston Rake and NY Hook Used for pulling sheetrock, lath and plaster. Also good for stripping roofing.

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D. Lath and Plastic 1) Forcible entry and ventilation operations can leave a building exposed to the weather. Six ml plastic, 12 feet wide, folded into a 36 wide roll, 100 feet in length can be used in any situation where protection from smoke, water or air currents in needed. Lath is wooden strips 48 x 1 x . Roll lathe into the edge of the plastic sheet and nail the rolled lathe (top piece first) to the outside of the building if possible. Utility knife is located close to rolled plastic for ease of cutting.

E. Closet Hook 1) Tool works well for pulling sheetrock. In fire attack it is used to punch holes in sheetrock looking for extension; a good overhaul tool.

F. Portable Jack 1) The hydraulic jack is designed for heavy lifting applications. It is also an excellent compression device for shoring or stabilizing operations. Any kind of jack, hydraulic or otherwise, should have a flat, level footing and should be used in conjunction with cribbing. On a soft surface, a flat board or steel plat with wood on top should be placed under the jack to distribute the force placed on the jack. Lifting capacities vary depending on jack used.

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G. Pike Pole 1) Pike poles have a variety of uses on the emergency scene. Pike poles can be used to strip roofing in much the same way as a pick head axe is used. The hook is inserted into the head cut and the roofing is pulled back. Pike poles have longer handles than axes, and their length allows firefighters to position themselves farther away from the point where heat, smoke and perhaps fire may be issuing from. Also, if there is a ceiling below the roof, its removal will be necessary in order to release the products of combustion. The handle of the pike pole is an excellent tool for this purpose. Lengths of pike poles vary as well as the presence of a D handle. H. Rubbish Hook 1) The rubbish hook is another example of a tool in the push/pull category. The rubbish hook has limited use in forcible entry, but in certain instances, such as breaking window glass, opening walls or ceilings, or louvering roof sheeting after a ventilation operation, they are the tool of choice. The rubbish hook has twin 6.5-long pins that are 6 apart. Tool length and D handle differ with different tools; used to sound roofs and floors. I. Rubber Mallet 1) Designed for striking applications when a hammer with a metal head would damage the object being struck (tightening caps on pump panel) or create an ignition hazard created by sparks (driving a redwood plug into a metal gas line).

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J. Tool Box 1) Ordinary tool box with a variety of common hand tools which may include: Hammer Battery terminal puller Adjustable wrench Screwdrivers Pliers Wire cutters Gas locks and key Center punch Open-end wrenches

K. Utility (Gas) Key 1) Specialized tool with one primary purpose; shutting off natural gas at the meter. The end of the tool is open to give the firefighter the ability of applying the tool in multiple angles to the shut-off. The flow of gas into a building may be stopped by turning the cutoff valve to the closed position, which is at a right angle to the pipe.

L. Shovels 1) Scoop Used for spreading and removing lightweight materials, carrying debris and digging in loose bulky material. 2) Square Point Best used on flat surfaces during overhaul operations when moving loose debris. 3) Round Point Designed for digging. They are considered to be an effective tool for use in fighting brush and grass fires. Truck Ops. Last Updated 11/17/10 Article_1-10_Truck_Ops Page 16 of 33

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M. Squeegee 1) Squeegees are used during salvage operations to remove liquids. The department uses three types: A 36-curved type is used only to push fluids A 24-straight type that can be used to push or pull water A 28 with curved edges that can be used primarily to push water

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1.10.8 Low Angle Rescue

A. Truck companies can only use low angle systems. 1) Request HR5 if a system greater than a Low Angle Bag 1:1 is needed. The full body harness has a pelvic and chest harness incorporated together to make one piece. A rescuer can use this harness during rappelling or when performing a technical rescue that may require the rescuer to be hoisted or lowered.

B. Hardware 1) Hardware is referred to as metal objects (steel or aluminum carabineers that may or may not have a locking gate) and metal devices (figure eight, bar rack, Gibbs, pulleys, etc.). Carabiners are the primary pieces of hardware used in assembling a rope rescue system. Carabineers used for a life safety operation must be steel and equipped with a locking gate. Figure Eight and Bar racks are frictional devices used for lowering and/or rappelling. Gibbs is a type of mechanical ascending device.

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C. Software 1) Software includes rescue rope (9/16 nylon static kern mantle), Prussiks (made with 8mm rope), nylon webbing (1 tubular rated for 4000 lbs) and anchor straps with D-rings rated for 8000 lbs (adjustable and non-adjustable).

D. Rope Bags 1) There are two colors for the rope bags. All 200 ropes are kept in orange bags. All 300 ropes are kept in black bags (see #8). The rope is 9/16 nylon static kern-mantle design that has a breaking strength of 9,000 lbs. It has a 600 lb. working load which gives it a safety factor of 15:1.

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1.10.9 Rope Rescue

A. Pulleys 1) Pulleys fall under the classification of hardware. Rescue pulleys come in a variety of sizes but we tend to carry either two inch or four inch pulleys. Pulleys can either be Prussik minding (square shape), non-Prussik minding (rounder shape), double, or single. They are used to re-direct force or for gaining mechanical advantag B. Rope Roller 1) A rope roller is a mechanical device placed over an edge to protect the rope and assist in its movement.

C. Harness Bag 1) The harness bag contains spare pelvic and chest harnesses along with a bag for spare leather gloves.

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D. SKED 1) Used with systems to haul patient. Can be used with RIT or any other rescue situations. Excellent for sliding and securing patients.

E. Stokes 1) Used with rope systems where patient needs to be secure.

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1.10.10 Other Tools and Equipment

A. Ground Ladders 1) All Vancouver trucks carry a full compliment of ground ladders. There is a slight variance between Truck 1, Truck 6, and the reserve. The ladder list includes an attic, roofers, straight, 24 extension, 35 extension and Bangor. See Article 5 for more information. B. Pro Pak 1) The trucks carry two Propaks. One is filled with class A foamed used in overhaul. The second is filled with classB foam used in flammable liquid applications

C. Water Vac 1) Used with the squeegees for water removal.

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D. Cordless Drill

E. TIC 1) The trucks carry two TICs, one for each team. The interior team uses it for finding victims, fire spread, building features, and sizeup. The exterior team uses it to monitor smoke and fire conditions.

F. RIT Kit 1) One hour bottle with spare mask and universal connection.

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G. Sprinkler and Smoke Detector Kits

H. Plug and Dike

I. Lockout / Tagout Kit Used when encountering any energized or powered equipment. This kit is compiled of locks, valve covers, switch covers, and etc.

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J. Little Giant Ladder 1) Used in tight and awkward places when the traditional ladders wont work.

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1.10.11 Ventilation Tools
A. Chain Saw 1) The gasoline powered chain saw is used primarily in ventilation operations and for forcible entry. It can be very valuable after natural disasters such as wind or ice storms, when trees and limbs must be cleared from streets and primary access routes. Chain saws utilize two-cycle (mixed) fuel. Always use eye protection when using a chain saw. Hearing protection is required when being operated under nonemergency conditions. The trucks carry 4 saws, 2 short bar and 2 long bar. B. Fan (Electric) 1) The preferred choice in ventilation secondary to the lack of C0 production, electric fans can move up to 5200 cubic feet of air per minute at 1725 rpm. Powered by a 1/3 horsepower motor, the fan has four-16 blades. The fan is placed several feet outside the point of entry so that the cone of air from the fan completely covers the door or window opening. By closing doors within the structure and pressurizing one room or area at a time, the process of removing smoke or odors is speeded up because the velocity of the air movement is accelerated. A 110-volt power source is required. C. Door Jack/Fan Hanger 1) A small ratchet type jack used to span openings in windows and doorways. There is a screw-on extension that can be used on larger openings. The electric vent fan is hung from the jack during ventilation operations.

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D. Fan PPV 1) The gas fan has a four-cycle motor which does not require mixed fuel and is similar in function as the electric fan. It is used primarily to remove smoke, odors etc. from a building or confined space, allowing the entry of fresh air and reducing the amount of smoke damage to a building and its contents. Care must be taken when operating a fan where loose materials are present, or when in close proximity to drapes, curtains, shades, etc. The primary disadvantage of the gas fan is the production of CO in the exhaust which gets ventilated into the structure. Primarily used for PPV applications. It is important to coordinate the use with fire attack. E. Circular Saw 1) The gasoline powered rotary saw is used for forcible entry, ventilation, and rescue work. It is belt driven by a twocycle (mixed fuel) engine. It has the ability to cut through different types of materials depending on the blade used. The different types of blades are: steel, masonry, carbide tip multi-purpose, and warthog. The steel blade is usually in place on the tool when stored. Also used for hood cuts at car fires. F. Pick-Head Axe 1) The pick-head axe is very effective for cutting through wood, shingles, and other natural and lightweight materials. The pick end serves to give the FF an opportunity to make a starting (purchase) point to begin cutting or to pierce materials for fire suppression activities.

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1.10.12 Salvage Tools
A. Tarps and Hallrunners 1) The trucks carry an abundant supply of tarps to be used for property conservation. The blue tarps are disposable.

1.10.13 Water Rescue

A. General Information 1) Personnel flotation devices (PFD) are required to be worn by all personnel with in 10 of water. Only TRT members or personnel under the supervision of TRT will enter the water. Talk victim into self rescue (Awareness) Reach with objectpike pole etc (Awareness) Throw with rope bag (Awareness) Row with raft or boat (TRT) Go and Tow enter water and swim (TRT) Other rope systems, helicopter etc (TRT) See SOG 600.10 and Article 44 for more information. B. Personnel Flotation Devices

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1.10.14 EMS
A. ALS and Trauma Kits 1) The orange kit is use for ALS calls and the black box is filled with extra trauma dressings. B. Lifepack 1) The lifepack 12 can be used by Paramedics and EMTs C. C-Spine 1) The trucks carry backboards, c-collars, splints, KEDs and PED boards. D. Throw bags 1) Two rope throw bags.

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APPENDIX A: Truck Set-Up for Elevated Master Stream
E. Set-Up 1) Command: Aerial Ladder Pipe Operation Officer Responsibilities (a) Confer with Aerial Operator regarding placement of apparatus. Aerial Operator Duties (a) Perform in-cab operations (b) Extend the outriggers once wheel chocks are set and ground pads in position. Note: Metal ground pads are placed underneath the feet to distribute the weight. Once the A/O has placed the outriggers in their final position, insert the safety pins on each side. Firefighter Duties: (a) Set wheel chocks on the front wheels (Fig. 2). Note: Leave one inch spacing between the wheel and the chock. F. Preparing Aerial Device: 1) Operate aerial and place it to the right side of the tiller cab when facing from the tractor (Fig. 3). Note: The tip of the ladder is extended a few inches in order to offset the runs to allow for placement of ladder pipe. G. Preparing the Ladder Pipe: 1) Tiller Operator Duties: Step #1: The tiller operator places the ladder pipe at the tip of the aerial ladder (Fig. 4). Step #2: The tiller operator will secure the ladder pipe to the tip using a short piece of webbing. Note: Ladder pipe and webbing is located on the officer side on top of the trailer.

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2) Firefighter Duties: Step #1 Secure the hose to the ladder by placing two hose straps on the top fly section. One hose strap is hooked onto the rung just below the coupling and the other at the bottom rung on the top fly (Fig. 5).

Step #2 Nozzle ropes are attached to the ladder pipe in two locations. The first is a swivel located at the tip of the ladder pipe (Fig. 6). The second is located on the arm, which should be positioned 180 degrees from the direction of the tip (Fig. 7).

3) Aerial Operator Duties: Step #1: Both ropes are tied together at the base of the ladder. The two ropes will be used to control the vertical movement of the stream (Fig. 8).

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H. Establish a Water Supply: 1) Pump Engineer Duties (when not supplying another pumper): Step #1: Connect supply line and controlling device to ladder pipe supply hose on opposite of the ladder truck from objective or as directed by company officer (Siamese or Manifold) (Fig. 9). Step #2: As ladder is extended, manage the hose as it feeds up to the desired elevation.

APPENDIX B: Tower Set-up for Ladder Pipe

I. Apparatus Set-Up 1) Command: Aerial Ladder Pipe Operation 2) Officer Responsibilities
a. Confer with Aerial Operator regarding placement of apparatus. b. Assist Aerial Operator with setting up the system. c. Monitor overall operations 3) Aerial Operator Duties a. Perform in-cab operations b. Extend outriggers once wheel chocks and ground pads are in place. c. Unpin the ladder pipe by pulling the lever causing the hook to release from the hitch. d. Rotate lever forward to pin the pipe to the fly section of the ladder. This will Pin the pipe and ready the aerial for Master Stream Operations. 3) Fire Fighter Duties a. Dress the tower once the order is given. Set the wheel chocks to the front wheels. Be sure to leave one inch spacing between the wheel and the chock. This should happen on both sides of the apparatus. Truck Ops. Last Updated 11/17/10 Article_1-10_Truck_Ops Page 32 of 33

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B. Establish Water Supply 1) Fire fighters must establish a water supply before operating the master
stream.

a. Supply lines can be obtained in two ways: From a hydrant through the pump. This will allow the operator to
utilize the Quints pump to boost pressure.

Supplied by another engine. An engine will supply the pipe

through the rear inlet. This inlet is connected directly to the pipe. If you connect a supply line through the rear inlet, the pressure is solely dependent on the engine supplying the Quint.

When pumping to the rear inlet, ensure you pump 5 or have

two 2-1/2 lines to the 5 supply line.

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