RELAY PUMPING                                                                                                                                        SOG 3.10

ENGINE IS SECOND ON SCENE AND RESPONSIBLE FOR SUPPLYING WATER TO FIRST-IN ENGINE.

Sergeant/Driver Operator:

1. position the apparatus as close to the first-in engine as possbile or catch 5" line already laid by first-in unit
2. proceed to the hydrant laying 5" LDH
3. Set up to operate using hydrant water
4. maintain a minimum of 20 psi residual pressure at the first-in pumper
Firefighter:
1. pull 5" LDH making sure that hose will reach intake
2. assist driver/operator in connecting 5" relay, supply hose to adapter/intake or connect to 5" already laid
3. report to company officer
Company Commander:
1. direct water supply operation
2. notify second-in driver/operator to charge relay supply line
3. assemble the crew and proceed to the scene
4. manage the company assignment from Command


When operating as a four person company the firefighter is responsible for the duties deemed necessary by the commanding officer.