Question 893 Deck Safety
70% to passWhat is the minimum number of people required to safely handle a 1-1/2 inch fire hose?
A
1
B
2
C
3
D
4
AI Explanation
The correct answer is B) 2 people. The reason for this is that the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) standards recommend a minimum of 2 personnel to safely handle and operate a 1-1/2 inch fire hose. This is because the water pressure and weight of the charged hose requires two people to properly control and direct the hose stream. The other answer choices are incorrect because 1 person would not be able to safely manage the hose, while 3 or 4 people would be unnecessary for a 1-1/2 inch hose. The recommended minimum is 2 people to safely operate this size of fire hose.
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