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Nozzle – Twin Tip, Combination, 1” NPSH-F

NFES #
000024
Category
Water Handling
Updated
Storage and Shelf Life Checks
None

Initial Inspection/Disposal Criteria

  1. Inspect for obvious damage, cracks, and large burrs.
  2. Inspect for gasket and screen.
  3. Inspect handle for damaged or missing screw. Ensure handle is in the correct position and turns freely into the proper positions.
  4. Inspect for fire damage. Fire damage may cause failure in the future.
  5. Inspect hose coupling threads for damage.
  6. Return to stock if nozzle is clean and shows no sign of damage or use.
  7. Refurbish if damage is repairable or if missing components are replaceable.
  8. Dispose of item if damage is excessive, or if nozzle fails Testing for Performance and deficiencies are not correctable.

Refurbishing Procedure

A. Testing for Performance

  1. Install nozzle on pump.
  2. Open handle on nozzle.
  3. Turn on water.
  4. Inspect and operate straight stream tip and fog tip ensuring neither is clogged. Clear obstructions if present.
  5. Close handle.
  6. Pressurize nozzle to 300 PSI. Test at pressure for 3 minutes.
  7. Inspect for leaks:
  • Gasket
  • Under the handle
  • At both tips

B. Cleaning

  1. Clean in a dish washing detergent with brush, scouring pad or high-pressure wash as needed. Do not soak for extended periods of time as the detergent will corrode the metal.
  2. Rinse thoroughly, stand upright with handle in open position and allow to air dry.

C. Repair

  1. Replace handle and ball with a new kit if needed.
  2. Replace tail gasket and/or screen if missing, cracked, or stiff. Nozzle will have a 3/16” straight-stream tip (NFES #000637) and a 2-4 gal/min fog tip (NFES #000635).
  3. Apply silicone based 0-ring lubricant to O-rings if needed.

D. Retesting

  • Following completion of any repairs, retesting of nozzles must be completed following Testing for Performance, above.

E. Repackaging

  1. Stand upright and dry completely prior to repackaging.
  2. Jute twine through valve and lower nozzle.
  3. Package in units containing nozzle body with a 3/16” straight-stream tip, NFES #000637 and 2-4 gal/min fog tip, NFES #000635.
  4. Package 20 each in NFES #008010 carton (16 3/8” x 13 5/8” x 7” w/ insert).

 

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Updated NWCG Standards for Water Scooping Operations, PMS 518

Date: December 19, 2024
Contact: Water Scooper Operations Unit

The NWCG Standards for Water Scooping Operations, PMS 518 establishes the standards for dispatching, utilizing, and coordinating water scooping aircraft on interagency wildland fires. These standards should be used in conjunction with the NWCG Standards for Aerial Supervision (SAS), PMS 505, and any local, state, or geographic/regional water scooping plans.

References:

NWCG Standards for Water Scooping Operations, PMS 518

Updated NWCG Standards for Aerial Supervision, PMS 505

Date: December 19, 2024
Contact: Interagency Aerial Supervision Subcommittee

The Interagency Aerial Supervision Subcommittee has updated the NWCG Standards for Aerial Supervision, PMS 505. PMS 505 establishes standards for aerial supervision operations for national interagency wildland fire operations. 

References:

NWCG Standards for Aerial Supervision, PMS 505

New Job Aids Available: Packing Lists for Wildland Fire Fireline Personnel and Support Staff, J-101 and J-102

Date: December 3, 2024
Contact: NWCG TRAINING

Two new job aids are now available: Packing List for Wildland Fire Fireline Personnel, J-101 and Packing List for Wildland Fire Support Personnel, J-102, should serve as a baseline for items needed on a wildland fire assignment. These lists will help personnel prepare for a 14 to 21-day assignment on the fireline or in a support role.

References:

Job Aid Catalog

NWCG Packing List for Wildland Fire Fireline Personnel, J-101

NWCG Packing List for Wildland Fire Support Staff, J-102

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Date: November 14, 2024
Contact: Equipment Technology Committee

The Equipment Technology Committee (ETC) has released Safety Warning: 24-001 Stihl Chainsaw Toolless Fuel Cap Spill Prevention. Misaligned toolless fuel caps on Stihl chainsaws have led to recurring fuel spillage, fuel ignition, and burn injuries during wildland fire management operations.

This Safety Warning is intended to highlight the details and recommended procedures for the installation of a Stihl chainsaw toolless fuel cap, as well as how to identify and correct a misaligned, damaged, or broken fuel cap to help prevent fuel spillage.

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NWCG Safety Warning: 24-001 Stihl Chainsaw Toolless Fuel Cap Spill Prevention

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