What is the first step in the hierarchy of cleaning fire hose?

What is the first step in the hierarchy of cleaning fire hose?

• A. Swept with a broom
• B. Wash with clear water & scrub with a stiff brush
• C. If exposed to oil, wash with mild detergent, thoroughly rinse with clear water
• D. Rinse and air dry

Answer: (A)

The first step is to sweep the hose with a broom to remove loose dirt and debris. Clearing away dry material at the outset prevents grit from being ground into the fabric during washing and makes the subsequent cleaning more effective. After that initial sweep, you wash with clear water and scrub with a stiff brush to remove dirt that’s more stubborn or embedded. If the hose has been exposed to oil, you’d use a mild detergent and thoroughly rinse to remove the oil, and finally you’d rinse and air dry to prevent mold and keep the hose ready for use.

The first step is to sweep the hose with a broom to remove loose dirt and debris. Clearing away dry material at the outset prevents grit from being ground into the fabric during washing and makes the subsequent cleaning more effective. After that initial sweep, you wash with clear water and scrub with a stiff brush to remove dirt that’s more stubborn or embedded. If the hose has been exposed to oil, you’d use a mild detergent and thoroughly rinse to remove the oil, and finally you’d rinse and air dry to prevent mold and keep the hose ready for use.