(b) Are they tapered to not less that 28 ft for multi-vehicle stations?
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(c) Are they tapered to not less that 12 ft for single vehicle stations?
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(4) Apron Strength
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(a) Is the apron strength that same as the apparatus bay?
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(5) Gradient – Is the apron slope a minimum of 2-4 degrees and is it directed away from the apparatus bays?
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(6) Markings – Is floor and apron striping provided? Is it at least 1.5 times the vehicle length for the apron?
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(7) Lighting – Is exterior lighting provided? Is it mounted to prevent view obstruction?
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(8) Apron Canopy – Is an apron canopy provided?
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(9) Are concrete bollards provided on each side of bay doors to prevent structural damage from backing vehicles?
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(10) Apron Heating – Has consideration been given to apron heating in locations that experience extremely low temperatures?
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4. Watch/Alarm Room
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AC 150/5210-15
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a. Is a watch/alarm provided for the receipt and dissemination of alarms, dispatch of equipment, and directing support resources?
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b. General Design – Is the watch/alarm room provide for maximum surveillance of the airfield and apparatus bays? If deemed necessary, is the room elevated?
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(1) Is the room a minimum of 130 sq ft? Does it have sufficient storage space and wall space for maps, reference materials, and dispatch equipment?
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(2) Is the room equipped with a CCTV for security purposes?
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(3) Minimum Equipment
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(a) Alternate emergency back up power
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(b) Accessibility to controls for electronic or electrical servicing/maintenance personnel
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(c) Computer systems with LAN access
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(d) Radio equipment – ARFF and tunable radio capability
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(e) Room dimmer switches and non-glare lighting
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(f) Tinted glass, frost free windows (if warranted due to climatic conditions – windows may be heated), shades, retractable sun screens
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(g) A lavatory (Note: If watch/alarm employees are disabled – meet requirements of ADA )
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(h) Backlit clock with 12 and 24 hour display
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(i) Sound suppression to offset ARFF and aircraft sound levels
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b. Alarms
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AC 150/5210-7
AC 150/5210-15
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(1) Are chimes/alert tones provided throughout the station and satellite stations?
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(2) Is an audible alarm provided when auxiliary firefighters supplement emergency response personnel?
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(3) Are all watch/alarm room controls easily accessible and with in reach of operators?
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c. Communications
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AC 150/5210-7
AC 150/5210-15
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(1) Has AC 150/5210-7 been reviewed for communications requirements?
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(2) If multiple stations are at the airport – has a central dispatch center been established?
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5. Medical Decon Room
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AC 150/5210-15
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a. Is a room dedicated for medical cleanup and decontamination of ARFF personnel?
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b. Is the room equipped with double sinks, a shower, and drying area?
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c. Is the space a minimum of 150 sq ft?
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6. Gear Washing/Drying Room
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AC 150/5210-15
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a. Is the room equipped with a commercial extractor washer and a heated drying rack?
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b. Is the space a minimum of 200 sq ft?
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7. First Aid and Medical Storage
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AC 150/5210-15
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a. Is a room dedicated for medical treatment of personnel seeking medical treatment?
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b. Is the room lockable and equipped with a sink and cabinets for medical storage?
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c. Is the space a minimum of 120 sq ft?
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8. Complimentary Agent Storage
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AC 150/5210-15
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a. Is a storage room dedicated for the storage of dry chemical, halogenated, powder fire fighting agents, and nitrogen cylinders?
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b. Are doors of sufficient width to accommodate a fork lift for the delivery of 4x4 pallets?
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c. Is the space a minimum of 225-350 sq ft?
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9. SCBA and Fire Extinguishers
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AC 150/5210-15
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a. Is a room dedicated for the servicing and repair of SCBA and fire extinguishers?
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b. Is the room provided with storage cabinets and a workbench to perform tasks and store materials and parts?
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c. Is the space a minimum of 200 sq ft?
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d. Is an air filtration system available for re-servicing of SCBA
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Compressed Gas Association Specification G-7.1
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e. Is an air compressor provided?
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f. Is the power supply for the compressor – 230 VAC 1-phase or 230 VAC/460 VAC 3-phase?
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g. Is a cascade system used?
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ASME Code for Unfired Pressure Vessels
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h. Are all components properly marked with labels/placards or signs that identify nomenclatures?
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AC 150/5210-15
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i. Are tags and warning labels affixed to equipment for safety and operation?
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10. ARFF Administrative Offices
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AC 150/5210-15
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a. Is office space of sufficient size and features provided for the following:
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(1) Fire Chief – 200 sq ft
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(a) Conference table
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(b) Cabinetry and shelving
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(2) Deputy Fire Chief - 160 sq ft
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(a) Desk/Filing spaces
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(b) Cabinetry and shelving
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(3) Lieutenant/Captain – 200 sq ft
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(a) Desk/Filing spaces
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(b) Cabinetry and shelving
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(c) Sleeping space
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(4) Conference Room – 100 sq ft
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(5) Inspector Office – 160-200 sq ft
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(a) Desk/Filing spaces
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(b) Cabinetry and shelving
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(c) Plans Review Table
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(6) Entry/Lobby/Reception Area
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ADA Compliant
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(a) Administrative Assistant Space
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(1) Desk/Filing spaces
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(2) Cabinetry and shelving
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(3) Visitor Seating
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(7) Training Officer – 250 sq ft
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(a) Desk/Filing spaces
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(b) Cabinetry and shelving
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(c) Classroom Training Layout
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(d) Validate number of staff members to determine seating capacity for conducting internal training
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(e) Training aid storage space
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(8) Filing System storage space – 250-500 sq ft
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(9) Janitorial Closet
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(10) Small kitchenette to support the administrative space (microwave, coffee maker, small refrigerator, cabinetry, small sink, etc)
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