TRAINEE GUIDE - Recruit Training Command - The US Navy

TRAINEE GUIDE A-950-0001
OUTLINE SHEET 1-17-1 (continued)
(9) Common mistakes
(a) Flash hood worn under SCBA facepiece.
(b) Helmet safety strap not tightened.
(c) Not activating SCBA before manning hoses.
(d) Hoses not pulled out.
(e) Wrong hoses pulled out.
(f) Fireplugs charged before hoses are manned.
(g) Nozzles are not closed before hoses are charged.
(h) Firefighting agent is not tested.
(i) Door is opened incorrectly.
(j) Plugmen do not activate their SCBAs.
(k) Fireplugs are secured too soon.
(l) Staying at the door when firefighting agent is lost.
(10) Reminders
(a) Safety is #1.
(b) Relax.
(c) When fighting fires, time is essential; however, do
NOT take short cuts to save time. Do the job right!
(d) Work as a team; look out for each another.
c. Hands on training
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