To properly maintain fire hoses, you should...

Question 1 / 270705eccef9ebacbc34ba4d463f2

Question 1 of 270705eccef9ebacbc34ba4d463f2

To properly maintain fire hoses, you should __________.

Question 1 of 27070

To properly maintain fire hoses, you should __________.

🔍 Key Concepts

• Fire hose care and storage on board vessels • Effects of standing water on hose material and couplings • Purpose of draining and drying firefighting equipment after use

💭 Think About

• Which option best prevents mildew, rot, and damage to hose linings over time? • How does trapped moisture or water inside a hose affect its strength and reliability in an emergency? • Which practice would a safety inspector expect to see for hoses that may sit unused for long periods at sea?

✅ Before You Answer

• Eliminate any option that keeps moisture inside the hose for long periods • Consider which action helps avoid corrosion of couplings and degradation of hose fibers • Think about what procedure is normally done immediately after fire drills or actual firefighting with hoses

Question 1 of 27070

To properly maintain fire hoses, you should __________.

keep them rolled tightly in the rack with female coupling protected

keep exterior linings damp by periodic washdowns

thoroughly drain them after each use

keep them partially filled with fresh water