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1
Q

From the Metro ESM:

T or F Automatic AND Manual Suppression systems are used in metro?

A

TRUE

2
Q

From the Metro ESM:

What 3 types of systems are in the Automatic suppression systems

A

sprinklers, halon& FM300

3
Q

From the Metro ESM:

Where are the auto systems utilies

A

Service Areas, escalator pans, computer and electrical rooms, and supply Rooms,

4
Q

From the Metro ESM:

What 3 types of systems are in the manual suppression systems

A

Hydrants, standpipes, fire extinguishers

5
Q

From the Metro ESM:

The manual systems supp. systems are found where?

A

kiosks, station platforms, in tunnelrs at both vent and fan shafts, and along the streets and parking lots around metro facilities

6
Q

From the Metro ESM:

Which Auto system is used to protect sensitive electrical equipment?

A

Halon

7
Q

From the Metro ESM:

Halogenated agents are set off at what temperature?

A

900 degrees

8
Q

From the Metro ESM:

What system is replacing the Halon system?

A

FM200 (not found in DC yet only in Glenmont)

9
Q

From the Metro ESM:

T or F Sprinklers are utilized in only Single entry stations?

A

TRUE

10
Q

From the Metro ESM:

Dischareg nozzles for the Deluge System are located how far apart along the escalator pan?

A

50’

11
Q

From the Metro ESM:

Each nozzle is rated at _____Gpm

A

5

12
Q

From the Metro ESM:

Standpipe systems are not interconnected with one exception - where is it?

A

Huntington Station is connected at the tunnel.

13
Q

From the Metro ESM:

What station in DC does not have a standpipe system?

A

Rhode Island ave

14
Q

From the Metro ESM:

T / F Stations with platformshave interconnected standpipes

A

TRUE

15
Q

From the Metro ESM:

T/F Above Ground stations have wet systems

A

FALSE

16
Q

From the Metro ESM:

What two locations can you find hose valves

A

fire equip. cabinet - mazzanine level and platform level.

17
Q

From the Metro ESM:

How far apart are standpipe outlets located?

A

every 200’

18
Q

From the Metro ESM:

Where are standpipe connections located?

A

under the manhole cover

19
Q

From the Metro ESM:

T/F above ground stations have dry systems

A

TRUE

20
Q

From the Metro ESM:

Supply Siamese connections are marked with what logo?

A

Metro

21
Q

From the Metro ESM:

Who must you notify when charging a dry system?

A

metro

22
Q

From the Metro ESM:

Dry standpipe are installed in a tunnel closer to or opposite the walkway?

A

opposite

23
Q

From the Metro ESM:

T / F filling the standpipe too rapidly can cause a pipe to burst?

A

TRUE

24
Q

From the Metro ESM:

T/F A system siamese connection will belocated next to escalators

A

FALSE

25
Q

From the Metro ESM:

The plaque located by the siamese connection has what 3 pieces of information?

A

Shaft ID #, verticle drop in ft, max horizontal run in ft.

26
Q

From the Metro ESM:

OS&Y valves are chained and locked in the open position where the verticle and horizontal pipes meet - why?

A

stays open for fire suppression needs but has the ability to be shut off in case of a burst pipe

27
Q

From the Metro ESM:

T/F every rail car contains a dry chem extinguisher?

A

TRUE

28
Q

From the Metro ESM:

Before using a volt probe you must use it where?

A

on a known electrical source

29
Q

From the Metro ESM:

Which outlets are located through out the metro system 110v or 220V

A

110V

30
Q

From the Metro ESM:

Where are the outlets located?

A

every other flourescent light (approx 80’), every otehr bench, on the walls and occasional on the floor of a platform

31
Q

From the Metro ESM:

how many steps in the testing proceedure of a volt prob?

A

11

32
Q

From the Metro ESM:

The first 3 steps in testing the 3rd rail are?

A

Inspect the volt probe, test on a known electrical source, ensure all protective gear is secure to prevent contact with the 3rd rail

33
Q

From the Metro ESM:

Where do you kneel or squat when testing the 3rd rail

A

kneel between the running rails

34
Q

From the Metro ESM:

Which colored side of the volt probe should touch the 3rd rail?

A

BLACK

35
Q

From the Metro ESM:

If the rail is rusty where you want to use it as a ground - what should you do?

A

scratch to make a good connection

36
Q

From the Metro ESM:

After checking to see if the 3rd rail is live, what steps do you take to remove the volt probe

A

BLACK comes off first so you maintain the ground, then the red comes off the running rail

37
Q

From the Metro ESM:

T or F Someone shoudl stand by the tester to ensure they do not get bumped

A

TRUE

38
Q

From the Metro ESM:

T/F the WSAD should only be placed AFTER the power is confirmed to me down

A

TRUE

39
Q

From the Metro ESM:

T/F The WSAD will provide protection from electrocution

A

FALSE

40
Q

From the Metro ESM:

How many volts activate the horn on a WSAD

A

50

41
Q

From the Metro ESM:

How many volts activate the STROBE LIGHT on a WSAD

A

400

42
Q

From the Metro ESM:

how many steps to place the WSAD in service?

A

9

43
Q

From the Metro ESM:

After standing the WSAD with the handle upright which paddle do you attach to the running rail?

A

white

44
Q

From the Metro ESM:

after you attach the RED paddle to the 3rd rail what shoudl your step be?

A

lay the WSAD on its back with the strobe light in the upwards position.

45
Q

From the Metro ESM:

To remove the WSAD which paddle do you remove first?

A

RED

46
Q

From the Metro ESM:

If a WSAD paddle falls off what happens?

A

The siren will activate

47
Q

From the Metro ESM:

What does ETEC stand for?

A

Emergency Tunnel Evacuation Cart

48
Q

From the Metro ESM:

How many patients can the ETEC cart handle?

A

4

49
Q

From the Metro ESM:

How much does an ETEC Cart Weight?

A

165lbs

50
Q

From the Metro ESM:

Max Load for an ETEC

A

1000lbs

51
Q

From the Metro ESM:

Max Load for the top of an ETEC

A

250 lbs

52
Q

From the Metro ESM:

Where are the 3 metro support Units?

A

Arlingtin Co, DC & PG Co.

53
Q

From the Metro ESM:

How many SCBA’s does a support unit carrry?

A

40

54
Q

From the Metro ESM:

How many spare Bottles does a support unit carry?

A

40