Florida Fire State Practice Exam

Where is a hard suction hose used to draft from?

1. Static water source

2. Pressurized water main

3. Water tanker

4. Fire hydrant

The correct answer is: Static water source

A hard suction hose is specifically designed to draft water from a static water source, such as lakes, ponds, rivers, or other bodies of water that do not have pressure. This type of hose typically has a rigid construction that can withstand the vacuum that occurs during the drafting process. When firefighters need to access water in situations where a pressurized water supply is not available, they utilize hard suction hoses to create a vacuum that allows them to pull water from a lower elevation (the static water source) up into their pump. This technique is crucial for operations in rural areas or during large-scale incidents where traditional water supplies may not be accessible. Using a hard suction hose from other sources, like pressurized water mains, water tankers, or fire hydrants, would not be appropriate or necessary, as those supplies are already under pressure and do not require the drafting process. Therefore, a static water source is the correct context for using a hard suction hose.