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Fire Officer I – Comprehensive Final
Exam Prep for Company-Level
Supervision Exam.
Which of the following best describes the contingency leadership
-includes charismatic, transformational, transactional, and symbolic theories
-includes job centered and employee centered models
-includes autocratic, democratic, and laissez-faire categories
- believes that no single best style exists - <> ✅✅believes that no single best style exists
The company officer's ability to reward an employee is: - <> ✅✅an important incentive because it acknowledges the employee's value
Throughout their careers, company officers should: - <> ✅✅pursue additional training and education
When delegating a task to a subordinate, an officer has to ensure that the: - <> ✅✅assigned firefighter is capable of doing the job
Identification power is: - <> ✅✅power that is derived from someone's desire to relate to and emulate another
A company officer issuing a reprimand for not submitting a report on time, is example of _____ power. - <> ✅✅coercive/punishment power
One of the most important tasks of a company officer is to ensure the _________ of the unit's members at all times. - <> ✅✅safety
In preparing a news release, the officer should: - <> ✅✅be open as possible and avoid using fire terminology
Two dimensional leadership styles include: - <> ✅✅job-centered and employee centered models
Which of the following is true regarding the laissez-faire leadership style? - <> ✅✅it can result in a total loss of respect from followers
To grant to another a part of one's authority or power is the description of: - <> ✅✅delegation
Reward power is: - <> ✅✅the ability to provide a job assignment or promotion
A log term measurable target is called a(n) - <> ✅✅goal
Fire department inspection of a standpipe system should be performed - <> ✅✅regularly
Company officers who utilize effective delegation - <> ✅✅provide an empowerment tool to their subordinates
The day to day success of departmental goals and objectives depends upon the role of the company officer. Which of the following are roles of the company officer? - <> ✅✅Use of rules and regulations, fire station and fireground safety, and departmental communications
When interacting with the formal and informal groups, the company officer should: - <> ✅✅attempt to mesh the organizational values of the formal and informal groups
Punishments/coercive power is best described as: - <> ✅✅power to discipline others
A Theory X leader believes - <> ✅✅workers are lazy and need to be watched
Withhold or postponing a reward is an example of ______ power - <<Correct Answers
✅✅coercive/punishment
A ____ structure is necessary when an incident involves more than one jurisdiction. - <> ✅✅unified command
Which one of the following statements is correct regarding common terminology?
- resource typing will include all emergency traffic such as police and ems
- agencies can use 10 code
- the IC can determine which 10 code to use
- The purpose of resource typing is to allow an IC commander to order exactly what is needed. - <> ✅✅The purpose of resource typing is to allow an IC commander to order what is needed.
Under the Incident Management System, general staff consists of: - <<Correct Answers
✅✅operations, planning, logistics, and finance.
A set number of the same kind and type of resources staffed with a specific minimum number of personnel describes a : - <> ✅✅strike team
______ is responsible for setting strategic objectives and maintaining a comprehensive understanding of the incident. - <> ✅✅command
Regardless of the size of the scene and what is involved, there are two phases of scene management that always apply. - <> ✅✅size-up and scene control
The purpose of a post incident analysis is to - <> ✅✅look for strength and weaknesses of the response
The company command officer had three command options upon arrival at the scene of an emergency which are: - <> ✅✅nothing showing, fast attack, command
In the absence of an investigator, the preservation of physical evidence generally rests with the: - <> ✅✅command officer
The post incident critique should be attended by: - <> ✅✅all participating units and agencies
Responsibility for the establishment and expansion of the Incident Command System modular organization rests with the: - <> ✅✅incident commander
A _______ command structure is necessary when an incident involves, or threatens to involve, more than one jurisdictional agencies. - <> ✅✅unified
Choose the correct order of incident priority beginning with the most important to least important. - <> ✅✅Life Safety, Incident Stabilization, Property Conservation.
Only personnel directly involved in mitigating the the incident should be allowed in the _______ zone. - <> ✅✅Hot
In the command role, the company officer - <> ✅✅maintains control of the incident and directs resources.
The section that developes and documents action plans is: - <> ✅✅Planning
Three common types of FAA notifications for an impending aircraft incident or emergency are: - <> ✅✅alert I, II, III
Which of the following characteristics describes an offensive firefighting strategy? - <> ✅✅Aggressive interior attack
A post-incident analysis is designed to : - <> ✅✅focus on the activities
A set number of five resources of the same type and kind are called a: - <> ✅✅strike team
The most common injury sustained by emergency responders operating on the fire ground is: - <> ✅✅sprains/strains
Which of the following best describes the term "cold zone" - <> ✅✅Area where the command post is located
It is essential that incident reports have the following characteristics: - <> ✅✅completeness, clarity, objectivity, and factuality
RIT teams are required: - <> ✅✅when crews are operating in a hazardous environment
Which of the following is the correct post-incident process? - <> ✅✅Incident, overview, gather information, critique, documentation
Effective incident command is based on: - <> ✅✅modular organization
Which of the following is true regarding storage containers for equipment contaminated during hazardous materials incident. - <> ✅✅The proper term for them, according to CFR, is salvage drum.
Once initial size-up has been completed, incident commander should: - <> ✅✅continue size-up and revise plans as conditions change
With respect to scene security at a fire, when law enforcement officials or fire investigators are not available, the company officer must: - <> ✅✅ensure the property remains under control of the fire and emergency services organizations until all evidence has been collected.
The U.S. Supreme Court has ruled that a fire department has the authority to remain on scene for what period of time to investigate the fire? - <> ✅✅A reasonable amount of time
At an emergency incident, command vehicles should be placed: - <> ✅✅so they have a good view of two sides of the scene
A RIT should - <> ✅✅consist of a least two firefighters in full PPE ready to immediately enter the building
Which of the following is true regarding Layman's basic list of strategies? - <> ✅✅They are listed in logical, priority order
The Planning Section that tracks the location of personnel and equipment is the ________ unit - <> ✅✅resource
Layman's sequence for identifying priorities and developing an action plan starts with: - <> ✅✅rescue
The ongoing evaluation of an incident is known as: - <> ✅✅size-up
The process for preparing a speech centers on the - <> ✅✅intended audience
What type of construction would be at greatest risk from an exterior fire? - <> ✅✅Wood frame
Ordinary construction is: - <> ✅✅Type III masonry exterior walls
A function of pre-incident planning is: - <> ✅✅managing pre- incident data
To ensure control, units sending radio messages must: - <> ✅✅identify who they are calling and identify them selves before transmitting their message
The system that allows firefighters to carry hose packs and connect them inside the burning building for firefighters is: - <> ✅✅standpipes
Once a local jurisdiction adopts a code, such as a building code, the company officer should: - <> ✅✅become familiar with it so they can use it during company inspections
With respect to patient records, the company officer knows that these are: - <> ✅✅protected as sensitive whether they are active or archived files.
The type of drawing needed to show general building design is a - <> ✅✅floor plan
Which of the following is one of the five "Cs" of communication?
-Clarity
-Capacity
-Controversial
Adequate preplanning of structures will: - <> ✅✅reveal hazards that may exsist
When the situation allows, issuing directions on the fireground is best accomplished: - <> ✅✅face to face
The ability of a system to work with and use the parts or equipment of another system is known as - <> ✅✅interoperability
The expected maximum amount of combustion material in a given fire area is a definition for: - <> ✅✅fuel load
The primary fuel load for Type I construction is: - <> ✅✅contents
Record management files that are required for day-to-day operations such as purchase requests and contracts are referred to as - <> ✅✅active files
Which of the following statements is not true regarding building permits?
-They ensure the type of business is allowed in the proposed location
-they are required for new construction but not for remodeling of existing structures
-fire departments review permits to obtain information about the business
- they are reviewed to ensure code compliance - <> ✅✅They are required for new construction but not for remodeling of existing structures.
Read the following statements, then choose the correct answer
-Pre-incident planning is not intended to locate code violation
-pre-incident planning should be documented and stored in a secure area for administrative purposes only
The life safety priorities that company officers must remain focused on during a pre- incident survey are: - <> ✅✅property at risk, potential frequency, and severity of fires occurring
Back up records management is necessary to ensure - <> ✅✅continuity in the event of system failure
The heating, ventilation, air conditioning system are sometimes designed to: - <> ✅✅eject smoke and fire gasses
Which of the following statements is true regarding portable radios?
-Portable operate at 100-150 watts
-Portables operate only when held in a straight position
-Portables have a limited transmitting power but unlimited receiving power
- Portables have a range of approximately one mile - <> ✅✅Portables have a range of approximately one mile
When conducting a pre-incident survey, which of the following should be done?
-meet the owner/occupant at the appointed time
-include all on-duty units in the process
-enter the premises from the rear
- complete the inspection at your convenience - <> ✅✅meet the owner/occupant at the appointed time
The bulk/quantity of material that will burn if ignited is called - <> ✅✅fuel/fire load
When conducting a systematic approach to pre-incident planning, one consideration would be to identify
-special hazards
-which form to use
-fire code violations
- ADA compliance issues - <> ✅✅special hazards
If violations are discovered during the pre-incident survey, the company officer should - <> ✅✅request the owner fix the violation
The National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health estimates that __________ percent of the roof systems in the US are built using a truss system. - <<Correct Answers
✅✅ 60
Which of the following records are considered confidential?
-Citizen complaints
-E-mails
-Personnel files
- Maintenance - <> ✅✅Personnel Files
The first step in preparing for an incident is the development of: - <> ✅✅a pre-incident plan
When conducting a building inspection or pre-incident survey, you should begin with the:
Company officers who use standard terms and everyday language are demonstrating which of the Five C s of Communication?
-Conciseness
-Control
-Confidence
-Most people use their background and past experiences to interpret what they see and hear.
-A group of people will usually interpret what they hear in the same manner
- The message should convey what is wanted and expected - <> ✅✅Statements 1 and 3 are true. 2 is false.
Which of the following statements best describes the contingency plan type? - <> ✅✅A type of plan that attempts to prepare for the worse possible situation.
When storing compressed and liquefied gasses, the following are all safety precautions to prevent ignition sources and fire except:
-stored cylinders are secured so they cannot be accidentally knocked over
-adequate ventilation is installed to prevent accumulation of flammable gasses
-empty cylinders should be stored separately from cylinders
- cylinders shall be purged, once empty - <> ✅✅cylinders shall be purged once empty
Effective company officers handle conflict by: - <> ✅✅confronting the problem as soon as it arises
A firefighter with a substance abuse problem should - <> ✅✅be referred to organization's EAP
In a five step life-safety development process, the objective of the selection step is to - <> ✅✅choose the most cost-effective or achievable objectives for the life-safety education program
When negotiating a labor contract, if an impasse is reached after _______ days of negotiating, the Federal Mediation and Conciliation Service must be notified of the dispute. - <> ✅✅ 30
Behavior management involves both: - <> ✅✅conflict management and discipline activities
Which of the following is true regarding feedback to the evaluation step in the life-safety education program development process? - <> ✅✅Negative feedback is more valuable than positive feedback.
Company officers should understand that different cultures have different expectations such as: - <> ✅✅the concept of personal space varies with culture groups
Firefighters reporting to work with dilated pupils, decreased attention span, and slurred speech may - <> ✅✅have a substance abuse problem
Which of the following statements best describes the strategic plan type? - <> ✅✅A plan that takes into account the external factors that will affect the department
Company officers that overpower people are demonstrating which conflict management style? - <> ✅✅Aggressive
The setting of limits or boundaries for expecting performance, which are based on department rules and policy and then enforcing them, best defines - <<Correct Answers
✅✅discipline
The step in the conflict resolution process that converts the decision into action is concerned with - <> ✅✅a decision that all parties will adhere to through agreement or force
Which of the following statements is true regarding operational/administrative plans?
-these plans focus on how things are accomplished
-these plans are focused on things that are within the control of the organization
-these plans are usually intended to reach an objective within a short period of time
Which of the following best describes the Fair Labor Standards Act? - <<Correct Answers
✅✅Determines the normal work week and sets overtime for non-exempt employees
Which of the following best describes the term "Arbitration"? - <> ✅✅Evidence from both sides in a dispute are presented
Three categories of topics that are included in contract negotiations are: - <> ✅✅mandatory, permissive, illegal
The scope of the life safety program should - <> ✅✅reflect the needs of the community that they are designed to serve.
Two of the most cost effective means of enhancing the department's image through public education are: - <> ✅✅group presentations and media programs
Which of the following is true regarding cultural values? - <> ✅✅They provide people the foundation on which to live their lives.
Citizen's complaints are viewed as special problems because: - <> ✅✅they are the essence of customer service
Read the following statements. Which are true.
-the purpose of fire and life safety education programs is to inform the community and help it change its behavior
-instead of attempting to educate the whole community, it is more practical and effective to divide the community into smaller groups
- Fire prevention plans are just for school children and the elderly - <<Correct Answers
✅✅1 and 2 are true.
3 is false
Most of the organization's customer service is delivered at the ________ level. - <> ✅✅company
Read the following statements. Which are true?
-all citizens are our customers and should be treated as such
-as a company officer it is important that the customer know how qualified you are
-an important element of customer service is to always raise the bar or, in other words, always be looking for more ways to be in the public's eye - <> ✅✅ 1 and 3 true
2 false
What are the two types of feedback that should be obtained to determine the successfulness of a public education presentation? - <> ✅✅immediate and long term
Discipline is often thought of as - <> ✅✅punishment
The process in which a supervisor questions an employee to obtain information that could be used as a basis for discipline is called a(n) - <> ✅✅investigatory interview
A public educations program's results are limited if incorrectly implemented. A good rule of thumb is that the implementation must: - <> ✅✅be monitored and adjusted as needed
Which of the following statements about hostile work environment is correct?
-there are few laws that govern hostile work environments
-under the Fireman's rule, the company officers are immune from any liability or charges
-the condition will be aggravated if the company officer takes no steps to discourage or discontinue the actions. - <> ✅✅The condition will be aggravated if the company officer takes no steps to discourage or discontinue the actions.
