Demonstrate the use of valves, valve devices, hose-fitting appliances, and tools used with hoses.

Demonstration should include

  • identifying types of valves and valve devices
  • choosing the correct valves for a given fire situation
  • identifying hose-fitting appliances
  • identifying adapters
  • identifying tools used with hoses
  • choosing the correct hose-fitting appliances, adapters, and tools for given fire situations.

Process/Skill Questions:

  • How is a section of hose replaced in a charged line? Why might this need to be done?
  • How is a charged hose line reduced or extended? Why might this need to be done?
  • How are two or more lines joined into one line? Why might this need to be done?