MWS Notes
NFPA 1901 requires at least how many gallons of water on MWS - correct answer
1,000
Typically a MWS carries hoe many gallons of water - correct answer between 1500
to 3000
Each department should choose an MWS on what 4 things - correct answer 1. local
water requirements
2.Water systen limitation
3. Road conditions
4.Bridge weight restrictions
External Fill Connections: - correct answer 1. Allows the tank to be filled at a
minimum rate of 1000 gpm
2. Is equipped with a valve strainer, and a 30⁰ elbow
3. Has Valves of slow-closing design( if three inches or larger)
Large Tank Discharge - correct answer 1. A MWS should be equipped with a tank
discharge on the left, right and rear of the apparatus, capable of discharging 90% of
the tank volume at an average of 1000 gpm
