CENTRAL WESTERN HOSE EVOLUTION CONTEST
This contest is designed to show the normal use of Fire Dept. Pumpers, equipment, and proper techniques.
RULES:
1) Each team will supply own apparatus and equipment, one team per apparatus.
2) The apparatus for this contest will be a Class "A" Fire Dept Pumper.
3) Grass Fire, Rescue, and Special Purpose trucks will not be acceptable.
4) The team will consist of a Driver, passenger in the cab and two units on rear step wearing 'protective clothing.
5) ALL persons must wear protective clothing in this competition and is defined as:
a) Protective Approved Fireman's helmet with chin strap fastened.
b) Approved Fireman's coat closed and fastened.
Approved Fireman's Boots
Approved Bunker Pants
Gloves approved for the fire service. (the engineer is exempted)
nomex hood.
6) The nozzle will be lying on the rear step of the vehicle.
(2 1/2" with 3/4" straight tip)
7) The connections must be hand tight and must not leak.
(QUICK CONNECTS NOT PERMITTED)
8) Any team losing control of the line (free line), crossing the foul line or intentionally spraying spectators will be disqualified.
9) Team Captains from each team will meet with officials after the Business Meeting to check in for the contest. Only pre‑registered teams will be permitted to enter the contest.
10) The 200' of 2 1/2" hose used in this contest must be connected to the balance of the hose load prior to the start of the evolution, not on top of the tarp.
11) Hose bed tarps must either be removed or rolled-up prior to inspection.
GENERAL INFORMATION:
1) The pumper must stop across start line for time to start (will permit safer dismounting and lesser chance of vehicle damage. A foul will be declared if the truck does not stop completely before team dismounts.)
2) Judge will sound whistle when rear wheels cross start line. Team will dismount after the truck comes to a complete stop.
3) The Pumper should be equipped as in service (own water supply and a minimum of 1500' of 1 1/2* or larger hose.)
4) A foul will be declared if men are not behind the foul line when the target is struck.
5) Five judges will be used.
6) Each team should pull their hose to the side of the court following the evolution to clear the way for the next run.
TIMING:
Time will start when the vehicle comes to a complete stop after crossing the "Start Line". Layout 200' of 2 1/2" hose from the hose bed, disconnect at that point and tie in to a discharge on the driver's side of the vehicle. The nozzle is to be attached, line charged, using own pump and water supply (70 PSI ‑ NO FLOW) and the target struck for the time to be stopped. NO PRE‑SET PRESSURE.
There will be two runs per team and score keeper will use the best time.
Contestant Start Foul Target
line-up Line Line
140 Feet 30 Feet
JUDGES:
Judge #1
He will blow whistle when truck's rear wheels cross the starting line. He will also check for nozzle to be lying on the beaver tail and to be sure the hose is connected to the remaining hose in the bed.
Judge #2
He will check for 70 Lbs: PSI at pump panel before discharge outlet is open. He will also check for leaks. LEAKS: a leak is defined as ‑ Water spraying outward, A drip does not constitute a leak.
Judges #3 & 4
They will be the time keepers. The two time‑keepers will be in position at the Start line and will start timing when the truck comes to a complete stop. They will then follow through the course to be in position at the target line before the target is struck. Time will stop when the ball is knocked out of the tire. Time‑keepers will compare stop‑watches and take the average time between watches.
Judge #5
Will check hose couplings, hose load, gear, nozzle and pumps. He will check pump pressure gauge before each teams first run. Pump gauges will tie checked for 70 Lbs PSI static pressure.
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