From the Metro ESM:
T or F Automatic AND Manual Suppression systems are used in metro?
TRUE
From the Metro ESM:
What 3 types of systems are in the Automatic suppression systems
sprinklers, halon& FM300
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Where are the auto systems utilies
Service Areas, escalator pans, computer and electrical rooms, and supply Rooms,
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What 3 types of systems are in the manual suppression systems
Hydrants, standpipes, fire extinguishers
From the Metro ESM:
The manual systems supp. systems are found where?
kiosks, station platforms, in tunnelrs at both vent and fan shafts, and along the streets and parking lots around metro facilities
From the Metro ESM:
Which Auto system is used to protect sensitive electrical equipment?
Halon
From the Metro ESM:
Halogenated agents are set off at what temperature?
900 degrees
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What system is replacing the Halon system?
FM200 (not found in DC yet only in Glenmont)
From the Metro ESM:
T or F Sprinklers are utilized in only Single entry stations?
TRUE
From the Metro ESM:
Dischareg nozzles for the Deluge System are located how far apart along the escalator pan?
50’
From the Metro ESM:
Each nozzle is rated at _____Gpm
5
From the Metro ESM:
Standpipe systems are not interconnected with one exception - where is it?
Huntington Station is connected at the tunnel.
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What station in DC does not have a standpipe system?
Rhode Island ave
From the Metro ESM:
T / F Stations with platformshave interconnected standpipes
TRUE
From the Metro ESM:
T/F Above Ground stations have wet systems
FALSE
From the Metro ESM:
What two locations can you find hose valves
fire equip. cabinet - mazzanine level and platform level.
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How far apart are standpipe outlets located?
every 200’
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Where are standpipe connections located?
under the manhole cover
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T/F above ground stations have dry systems
TRUE
From the Metro ESM:
Supply Siamese connections are marked with what logo?
Metro
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Who must you notify when charging a dry system?
metro
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Dry standpipe are installed in a tunnel closer to or opposite the walkway?
opposite
From the Metro ESM:
T / F filling the standpipe too rapidly can cause a pipe to burst?
TRUE
From the Metro ESM:
T/F A system siamese connection will belocated next to escalators
FALSE
From the Metro ESM:
The plaque located by the siamese connection has what 3 pieces of information?
Shaft ID #, verticle drop in ft, max horizontal run in ft.
From the Metro ESM:
OS&Y valves are chained and locked in the open position where the verticle and horizontal pipes meet - why?
stays open for fire suppression needs but has the ability to be shut off in case of a burst pipe
From the Metro ESM:
T/F every rail car contains a dry chem extinguisher?
TRUE
From the Metro ESM:
Before using a volt probe you must use it where?
on a known electrical source
From the Metro ESM:
Which outlets are located through out the metro system 110v or 220V
110V
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Where are the outlets located?
every other flourescent light (approx 80’), every otehr bench, on the walls and occasional on the floor of a platform
From the Metro ESM:
how many steps in the testing proceedure of a volt prob?
11
From the Metro ESM:
The first 3 steps in testing the 3rd rail are?
Inspect the volt probe, test on a known electrical source, ensure all protective gear is secure to prevent contact with the 3rd rail
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Where do you kneel or squat when testing the 3rd rail
kneel between the running rails
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Which colored side of the volt probe should touch the 3rd rail?
BLACK
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If the rail is rusty where you want to use it as a ground - what should you do?
scratch to make a good connection
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After checking to see if the 3rd rail is live, what steps do you take to remove the volt probe
BLACK comes off first so you maintain the ground, then the red comes off the running rail
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T or F Someone shoudl stand by the tester to ensure they do not get bumped
TRUE
From the Metro ESM:
T/F the WSAD should only be placed AFTER the power is confirmed to me down
TRUE
From the Metro ESM:
T/F The WSAD will provide protection from electrocution
FALSE
From the Metro ESM:
How many volts activate the horn on a WSAD
50
From the Metro ESM:
How many volts activate the STROBE LIGHT on a WSAD
400
From the Metro ESM:
how many steps to place the WSAD in service?
9
From the Metro ESM:
After standing the WSAD with the handle upright which paddle do you attach to the running rail?
white
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after you attach the RED paddle to the 3rd rail what shoudl your step be?
lay the WSAD on its back with the strobe light in the upwards position.
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To remove the WSAD which paddle do you remove first?
RED
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If a WSAD paddle falls off what happens?
The siren will activate
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What does ETEC stand for?
Emergency Tunnel Evacuation Cart
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How many patients can the ETEC cart handle?
4
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How much does an ETEC Cart Weight?
165lbs
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Max Load for an ETEC
1000lbs
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Max Load for the top of an ETEC
250 lbs
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Where are the 3 metro support Units?
Arlingtin Co, DC & PG Co.
From the Metro ESM:
How many SCBA’s does a support unit carrry?
40
From the Metro ESM:
How many spare Bottles does a support unit carry?
40