Question 895 Deck Safety
70% to passWhich of the following statements is FALSE concerning the proper procedure in handling a fire hose?
A
A 1½ inch hose should be deployed with a minimum of a nozzleman and hoseman.
B
The nozzleman should always hold the nozzle with one hand on top, to prevent kickback.
C
Back-up hosemen should be placed wherever the hose makes a significant turn.
D
Use of a spanner wrench when attaching nozzles or additional lengths of hose is always critical.
AI Explanation
The correct answer is D. The statement "Use of a spanner wrench when attaching nozzles or additional lengths of hose is always critical" is false. While using a spanner wrench can be helpful in some situations, it is not always critical when attaching nozzles or additional lengths of hose. Proper hand-tightening techniques can often be sufficient, and the use of a spanner wrench is not a universal requirement in the procedure for handling a fire hose. The other statements (A, B, and C) are correct and represent best practices for safe and effective fire hose handling.
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