Pierce Pumper, Operation & Maintenance Manual

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Pierce Pumper / 3-5
OPERATION
When laying hose, an anchorman must protect himself from the dangers of flying hose.
It is safest to use rope to tie the hose to the hydrant. In the absence of rope, anchor the hose by wrapping the end
half way around the hydrant in a J-pattern only. Never wrap more than half way around the hydrant. Wedge the end
fitting against the hydrant with a booted foot. Stand clear of the hose so that you will be away from the hose if it
becomes taut and swings out from the hydrant. A snag in the hose bed can pull the hose loose. The metal fitting can
swing around and break your leg.
Keep people clear of the hose being laid before driving the vehicle.
When laying hose, limit vehicle speed to 5 MPH to minimize risk to personnel, equipment, and bystanders.
Avoid kinks, crimps, and twists when laying fire hose.
3-2.6 Hose Connections
Hose fittings are critical to safe delivery of water to a fire. Treat hose connections with care and inspect regularly.
Flying hose is extremely hazardous.
Keep all people clear of hose being laid by a moving vehicle.
Flying hose can injure or kill.
Fire hose under pressure can burst without warning.
NEVER straddle or stand over a charged hose.
Always wear complete protective gear, even when testing.
Burst hose can injure or kill.
Hose fittings can fail without warning.
Inspect hose fittings for cracks, chips or other damage and replace when worn or damaged.
Damaged or worn fittings can burst without warning.
Burst fittings can injure or kill.