What is the action listed for Little Gate Step 3?

• A. Retrieve hydrant kit from the driver rear compartment of apparatus
• B. Wrap 125 mm hose around the hydrant
• C. Stand on the hose and signal small gate when ready
• D. Open hydrant when ordered by driver or sector officer

Answer: (A)

Step 3 is about having the right equipment ready to begin connecting to the hydrant. Retrieving the hydrant kit from the driver’s rear compartment ensures you have all the necessary tools—valves, spanners, adaptors, and other fittings—on hand to safely and efficiently establish water supply. This preparatory action sets you up for a smooth, controlled hydrant connection rather than scrambling for parts once you’re at the hydrant. The other options describe actions that belong later in the sequence or are unsafe at this stage: wrapping 125 mm hose around the hydrant isn’t a setup step and can introduce kinks or delay; standing on hoses and signaling a gate is unsafe and not part of the procedure; opening the hydrant should occur only when commanded by the driver or sector officer and once the equipment is in place.