Nozzle / Fire-Stream Reaction Force

Nozzle reaction force for a smooth-bore (1.57 d^2 NP) or fog (0.0505 Q sqrt(NP)) stream, with a staffing note vs. the ~60 / ~75 lb thresholds. Per IFSTA Pumping Apparatus Driver/Operator.

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