BOF FF2 Chapter 6*7 Maintenance and Testing Responsibilities

What should be inspected when performing maintenance on power plants and electrical generators?

Inspect hydraulic power plants and electrical generators periodically and after each use, Review the manufacturer's service manual for specific directions, Carefully inspect spark plugs for damage, Corrosion, Carbon accumulation, or cracks in a porcelain; Make sure the spark plug wire has a tight connection, Replace the spark plug if it is damaged or if the service manual recommends placement, ensure proper spark plug gap prior to installation, Check the power of plants/Generators carburetor for any signs of fuel leaks, Inspect the fuel for contamination, degration (if the fuel) is old or separation of fuel/oil mixtures (refill with fresh fuel as needed), Check oil level and fill as needed, start the power plant/generator and run any tests required in the service manual, if a problem is found, consult the manual to determine the proper action, only qualified service personnel or license electrician should perform it repair work on a generator, avoid starting a power plant/Generator while it is under a load (with lighting or other equipment turned on and plugged in), starting a power plant/generator while it is under a load can damage the system, do not run the power plant/generator for a long period of time without a load, this action will overheat and damage the generator, clean the work area and return all tools and equipment to the proper storage areas, documents and maintenance on the appropriate forms or records

What are some maintenance procedures for power rescue tools?

Review the manufacturer's service manual for specific directions, inspect power tools at the beginning of each shift and make sure they start and run, make sure all parts and support items are clean and easily accessible, keep battery packs fully charged, keep pneumatic air cylinders fully charged, check all fluid levels, use only the types of lubricants, hydraulic fluids, and fuel grades that are recommended by the manufacturer, inspect saw, chisel, and cutter blades regular week, replace or sharpen warm blades and replace damaged ones,Check all electrical components such as cords or portable receptacles for damage, make sure that all protective guards are functional and in place, inspect hydraulic and pneumatic supply hoses for damage, inspect hydraulic and pneumatic hose couplings (quick disconnect fittings) to ensure they are clean and functional, clean the work area and return all tools and equipment to the proper storage areas, and document the maintenance on the appropriate forms or records

What are some maintenance procedures for portable lighting equipment?

Inspect all electrical cords for damaged insulation, exposed wiring, or missing built prongs, Test the operation of the lighting equipment, connect each light to the generator one at a time to prevent overloading, avoid looking directly into the lights when they are powered, replace light bulbs as necessary, Shut off the power and allow the bulb to cool before replacing, if the bulb must be replaced immediately after shut off, use extreme caution to prevent being turned, discard faulty or burned out bulbs as an approved manner

When should fire service hose be tested?

Annually, after repairs have been made, and after a vehicle has run over the hose

What can be used to control a hose that is under pressure during testing?

Use a specifically designed hose test gate valve, Valves with a quarter inch hole in the gate that permits pressurizing the hose but does not allow water to surge through the holes if it fails

Describe the process for testing a pressurized hose

Pressurize the hose to the recommended pressure (50 psi), Allow the hose to undergo a stabilization. While using a hose testing machine, follow NFPA 1962 and department sops for the appropriate host testing, use caution when these depressurizing hoses following testing

What are some indicators that a fire hose should be removed from service?

leaks, hose rupturing, hose bursting, couplings loosening from the hose, coupling separating from the hose, and blistering on the hose jacket