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equilibrium vapor pressure
Fire safety; Fire fighting
The pressure of a vapor in thermodynamic equilibrium with its condensed phases in a closed system.
dead lay
Fire safety; Fire fighting
A load of hose on a pumper, but not connected to a pump outlet. Often used for larger supply lines.
high-rise pack
Fire safety; Fire fighting
A shoulder load of hose with a nozzle and other tools necessary to connect the hose to a standpipe.
oxidizer
Fire safety; Fire fighting
A hazardous material containing oxygen that can combine with adjacent fuel to start or feed a fire.
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