First Day Apparatus Check

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First Day Apparatus Check

• Presented By
• Technician Randy Schwartz
• 11-C

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S.O.P General Order Driven

• S.O.P. 3.06.02
• General Order 2003-060
• FRD-162 For Apparatus Ambulances
• FRD-41 Daily Check
• Vehicle Log Notebook

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S.O.P. 3.06.02 G.O. 2003-060

• Sets Requirements for Forms, Vehicle Log Book
• Explains Use of FRD-41, Daily Check Form
• Explains Use of FRD-36, Breathing Apparatus
  Inspection Record
• Outlines Requirements for Daily, Weekly
  Inspections

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FRD-41Apparatus and Equipment Inspection Report

• Outlines guidelines for daily inspections
• Revised in July, 2003
• Form to be Completed second third days of tour,
  optional on first day of tour
• Daily Inspection Items Listed

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Requirements for FRD-41

• Retain in Log book for 60 days, then maintain in
  Station Files for 3 years
• Record Date of Each Inspection
• Inspectors Full Signature and name. No Initials
  are permitted
• First of month, end of month mileage

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Keys to Success

• Have a plan for daily, weekly checks
• Keep the plan simple but thorough
• Execute the plan with precision
• Execute it the same way every time
• Combine Weekly check with Daily check
• Get an assistant!

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Why do we do it?

• PM identifies small problems before they get
  large, which reduces repair costs
• PM provides for safety for all who ride the
  apparatus, as well as other vehicles on the road
• PM provides for optimum performance of the
  apparatus, so that it works when we need it
• PM allows us to excel in our service delivery,
  and places us in a consistent position to make a
  difference in the lives of the citizens we serve

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How do we do it?

• Start with FRD-162
• Work from outside-in, bottom-up
• Start with a cool vehicle, if possible
• Start with a dry vehicle, if possible
• Suggestion rubber gloves
• Suggestion coveralls
• Suggestion eye protection

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Tires

• Check tread wear evenness, punctures, cuts
• Tire pressure check, all tires
• If in doubt, tire pressures are marked on tires
• No Recaps per EMTA

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Tread Thickness

• DOT minimum tread thickness front- 4/32
• DOT minimum tread thickness rear-2/32
• Look for nails, objects stuck in tires

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Wheels/ Lug Nuts

• Check for cracks in wheels
• Check for rust around lug nuts
• Check for lug nut tightness / marks
• Left side wheels are reverse threaded
• Check Hub nuts also
• Check hubs for oil / grease leaks

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Underbody Checkget out the creeper

• Start at front, work to rear
• Check play in steering wheel with partner
• No more than 2 movement in steering wheel
  without tire movement
• Check Steering shafts for lubrication, slop
• Check Steering box for damage

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Exhaust Pipe / Muffler

• Check for exhaust leaks
• Check for dents, damage, holes

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Under Engine

• Check for Fluid Leaks
• Check Engine Mounts
• Check PTO , if Equipped on Transmission
• Check for frame cracks
• Check for any rubbing, chafing, or pinching

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Brakes

• Check rotors for cracks, warpage
• Pads with oil, grease or brake fluid on them
• Cracked, worn or frayed air hoses
• Cracks or dents in the air chambers
• Broken or loose slack adjusters

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More Brakes

• Chock wheels both sides
• Have partner release parking brake
• Visually inspect push rod travel, max. 2
• If stuck, or slow, notify EMTA
• Pump Pedal until low pressure alarm sounds, 60
  psi. Continue pumping until parking brake knob
  pops out.

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Brakes, Continued

• Bleed Air tanks, even automatic bleeders, until
  moisture stops

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Other Underbody Checks

• Air lines for chafing, breaks
• Universal Joints
• Pump Packing
• Fuel Tank and lines
• Body Cab sub-frames
• Electrical Wiring
• Inside Sidewalls of tires
• Grease and lubrication
• Suspension Components

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Tilt Cab Checks

• Check Bumper Accessories for Clearance
• Rotate Front Suction Pipe Forward

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Tilt Cab Checks Cont.

• Secure SCBAs In Cab
• Secure EMS Compt., books, portable radios, etc.
• Remove turnout gear
• Proceed to tilting cab

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Tilting Cab

• Apparatus battery on, ignition off
• Insure adequate overhead clearance
• Insure petcock is closed, if eqipped
• Lift Cab using switch until safety bar falls into
  place, do not stop it part of the way
• Do not lower cab back onto safety bar, it causes
  lift cylinder seals to fail
• Handle is for manual override, ratchet lift

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Properly Tilted Cab

• No Damage!
• Everything Clears
• Access to motor, transmission, front axle,
  suspensions, cooling systems and front of pump
  house is provided

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Checks with Cab Up

• Drive Belts-clean, max 2 play
• No frays
• In place
• Radiator/Fluid Level
• If hot, use sight glass
• Cooling system hoses
• Any coolant leaks

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Engine Checks

• Any leaks (especially around filters or gaskets)
• Loose Components
• Electrical wiring harnesses
• Motor Oil, ATF, Power steering fluid checks

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Further Checks with Cab Up

• Front Brakes
• Front Springs Shocks

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More Checks with Cab Up

• Cab Lifting cylinders
• Frame for cracks
• Alternator Belt
• Air Cleaner

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Further Checks with Cab Up

• Universal Joints
• Steering Components
• Sediment, grease, abrasion

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Batteries

• Most batteries now used are no-maintenance, or
  sealed
• No hydrometer readings to take
• May be load tested as banks, not individually
• Clean with battery cleaner and wire brush, rinse
  with water, EYE PROTECTION
• Ensure clamps are tight
• Protect with battery terminal protector
• Older batteries check water level

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Fire Pump

• Use all access openings
• Operate all valves drains
• Insure all control linkage is operating properly,
  valves are closing fully

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Fire Pump Cont.

• Lube all Valves
• Lube Relief Valve
• Check Primer and priming oil
• Operate, lube all drains

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Misc. Checks

• Return cab to lower position
• Gauges
• All running lights, headlights, fog lights, turn
  signals, brake lights
• All warning lights and audible devices
• Windshield wipers, mirrors, heater/defroster/AC

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Misc. Checks

• PM Inspection date
• Engine Hours, mileage
• MCT, Keys, radio
• Seats, seatbelts, intercom/headsets
• Meters
• Drop Chains
• Cab, Body, Doors, latches
• State inspection date
• EMS Permit date

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Aerial Ladders

• Check Hydraulic system for leaks, Fluid
• Check hoisting cables for broken strands
• Check rotation gear, aerial device for defects
• Check slide rollers for condition, lubrication
• Check rungs for damage
• Blowers, Power Tools

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Ambulances

• Similar to larger apparatus
• Alternator belt critical
• Report problems to supervisor EMTA

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Completing the FRD-162

• Haste makes waste
• Do a complete job, this is your Michelangelo!
• Sign and date at bottom of form
• Indicate necessary repairs and place them on DVS

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In Conclusion

• Take pride in your First Day Checks!
• Develop your own system and execute it to
  perfection

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Thank you for your attention!