When Operating Small Hoselines with Two Firefighters, the Backup Firefighter

question 41

Multiple Choice

When operating small hoselines with two firefighters, the backup firefighter takes a position behind the nozzle operator.

• A) on the same side of the hose about 3 feet (1 m)
• B) on the opposite side of the hose about 3 feet (1 m)
• C) on the same side of the hose about 6 feet (2 m)
• D) on the opposite side of the hose about 6 feet (2 m)

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