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what is the mission of the fire service? a) to provide a variety of services b) to determine how fire loss occurs c) to save lives and protect property d) to regulate training of emergency responders- correct answer>>>c) to save lives and protect property What NFPA standard establishes basic training criteria for Firefighter I and Firefighter II? a) 1001 b) 1002 c) 1021 d) 1582 - correct answer>>>a) 1001 A(an) ___ is a collection of rules enacted by law in a particular jurisdiction. a) code b) policy c) standard d) procedure- correct answer>>>a) code which of the following BEST describes the action first taken after an alert to the station? a) recording of incident information b) processing of postincident paperwork c) dispatching of emergency services responders d) training of emergency responders for annual certification- correct answer>>>c) dispatching of emergency services responders the use of ten-codes in radio transmissions was replaced when agencies began to adopt which of the following? a) incident action plan (IAP) b) incident command system (ICS) c) national fire protection association (NFPA) d) national incident management system (NIMS)- correct answer>>>d) national incident management (NIMS) What task may a telecommunications center be assigned during a progress report? a) requesting multiple or special alarms b) providing periodic time transmissions c) warning personnel of impending hazard on scene
d) giving command in the absence of command staff- correct answer>>>b) providing periodic time transmissions which of the following BEST describes when an SCBA cylinder needs to be replaced? a) after first use of cylinder b) when the cylinder becomes completely empty c) while performing short-term work in emergency operations d) during inspection if cylinder contains less than 90% of capacity- correct answer>>>d) during inspection if cylinder contains less than 90% of capacity which of the following types of rope is the only rope required to have a rope log? a) utility rope b) escape rope c) life safety rope d) water rescue rope- correct answer>>>c) life safety rope which part of the rope is used to tie a knot or hitch? a) knot b) working c) running d) standing- correct answer>>>b) working Which type of knot can be used to secure a victim's hands or feet to drag the victim to safety? a) Bowline b) Handcuff c) Figure-eight d) Becket bend- correct answer>>>b) Handcuff Once a search is complete, a firefighter should: a) repot promptly to RIC/RIT b) report promptly to recovery c) report promptly to the supervisor d) report promptly to decontamination- correct answer>>>c) report promptly to the supervisor What are the two objectives for a structural search? a) search for life; assess fire conditions b) search for victims; assess structural integrity c) search for witnesses; assess fire crew needs d) search for occupants; assess building conditions- correct answer>>>a) search for life; assess fire conditions What type of extrication method is used to stabilize a vehicle that is upside down or lying on its side?
What type of hose is designed for drafting water from static water supplies or connecting to a fire hydrant? a) soft sleeve hose b) hard-suction hose c) double-jacket hose d) suction supply hose- correct answer>>>b) hard-suction hose what type of fire hose damage can weaken the jacket which can lead to ruptures under pressure? a) organic damage b) thermal damage c) chemical damage d) mechanical damage- correct answer>>>a) organic damage which of the following equipment is necessary for service testing? a) hose clamps b) chaffing blocks c) a hose-washing machine d) nozzles with shutoff valves- correct answer>>>d) nozzles with shutoff valves the test site for service testing should be: a) on a gravel area b) on a slight grade c) as close to the station as possible d) large enough to lay out hose with multiple kinks- correct answer>>>b) on a slight grade which of the following procedures should be followed when service testing fire hose? a) close all valves as quickly as possible b) pick up all large-diameter hose before charging it c) stand away from the discharge valve connection when charging hose d) connect the hose to discharges on the pump panel side of the apparatus- correct answer>>>c) stand away from the discharge valve connection when charging hose which of the following statements about Class A foam concentrates is MOST accurate? a) Class A foam is used for structural fires, but is not suitable for wildland fires b) Class A foam is used to prevent ignition of fires involving flammable and combustible liquids c) Class A foam reduces the surface tension of water, allowing better water penetration into the fuel d) Class A foam concentrate coats and protects application equipment; equipment should not be flushed after use- correct answer>>>c) Class A foam reduces the surface tension of water, allowing better water penetration into the fuel Flammable liquids that mix readily with water are: a) polar solvents
b) viscous liquids c) fluorosurfactants d) hydrocarbon fuels- correct answer>>>a) polar solvents Which foams are required to extinguish fires of ethanol or ethanol-based fuels? A. Class A foams B. Synthetic foams C. Protein-based foams D. Alcohol-resistant foams- correct answer>>>D) alcohol-resistant foams which of the following statements about foam proportioning is MOST accurate? a) most Class A foams are mixed in proportions of 3 to 6 percent b) most Class B foams are mixed in proportions of 1 percent or less c) mixing Class A foam at a higher recommended percentage results in a thick, dry foam d) the percentage rate for proportioning foam is determined by the authority having jurisdiction- correct answer>>>c) mixing Class A foam at a higher recommended percentage results in a thick, dry foam which of the following proportioning methods depends on the Venturi Principle to draw foam through a hose connected to the foam concentrate container and into the water stream? a) injection b) eduction c) premixing d) batch-mixing- correct answer>>>b) eduction Which kind of ground cover fire burns on the soil surface, consuming low-lying grass, shrubs, and other vegetation? a) crown fire b) ladder fire c) ground fire d) surface fire- correct answer>>>d) surface fire which of the following is a long narrow strip of fire extending from the main fire? a) head b) flank c) island d) finger- correct answer>>>d) finger what rule can be amended if a life safety hazard to a victim that can be saved without undue risk to firefighters is present on scene? a) SAR rule b) SCBA rule c) two-in, two-out rule d) situational awareness rule- correct answer>>>c) two-in, two-out rule
d) fire investigator- correct answer>>>a) fire chief Responsibility for ___ can lie with state fire marshal, state police, or other state agency. a) fire cause b) investigation c) amount of loss d) insurance information- correct answer>>>a) fire cause Once the control of scene has been relinquished, personnel can only re-enter after: A. providing valid identification. B. securing permission from owner. C. speaking with the insurance investigator. D. logging in with the person granting access.- correct answer>>>B) securing permission from owner Which heat detector uses two metals, one which expands faster than the other when heated, to break a circuit and send a signal to the fire alarm control panel? A. Bimetallic detector B. Ultraviolet detector C. Fusible link detector D. Continuous line detector- correct answer>>>A) bimetallic detector the ___ is the vertical piping to which the one-way check valve, alarm valve, and main drain are attached. a) riser b) feed main c) cross main d) fire department connection- correct answer>>>a) riser the sprinkler system feed main is: a) the direct service to a number of branch lines b) the pipe connecting the riser to the cross mains c) vertical piping to which other components are attached d) the piping that connects a spray nozzle to the cross mains- correct answer>>>b) the pipe connecting the riser to the cross mains sprinklers' temperature ratings can be identified by: a) the size of the frangible bulb b)the color-coded sprinkler frame arms c) the temperature stamped on the chemical pallet d) the temperature stamped on a brass tag hung on the stem- correct answer>>>b) the color-coded sprinkler frame arms which of the following emergency scene lighting equipment has the disadvantage of contaminating the scene with exhaust fumes if the vehicle is not positioned downwind? a) fixed lights
b) portable lights c) vehicle-mounted generator d) apparatus electrical system- correct answer>>>c) vehicle-mounted generator What type of company is responsible for forcible entry? a) truck company b) brush company c) engine company d) special rescue company- correct answer>>>a) truck company which of the following regulates all radio communication in the United States? a) public safety answering point (PSAP) b) federal communications commission (FCC) c) national fire incident reporting system (NFIRS) d) emergency service specific telecommunications center- correct answer>>>b) federal communications commission (FCC) which of the following is a radio communications best practice? a) speak with a loud, controlled, clear voice b) place radio as close to PASS device as possible c) lay microphone in seat of vehicle for easy access d) position antennae horizontally for best transmission- correct answer>>>a) speak with a loud, controlled, clear voice which of the following should be in an arrival report? a) number of victims b) discussion of command c) correct address of the incident d) emergency medical services on scene- correct answer>>>c) correct address of the incident which of the following provides the telecommunications center with a continous record of actions at scene? a) arrival report b) progress report c) initial radio report d) personal accountability report- correct answer>>>b) progress report what does the national fire incident reporting system (NFIRS) do? a) informs other responding units of current condition b) gives description of conditions as they appear on scene c) outlines necessary information needed to complete incident reports d) provides telecommunications center with continuous record of actions at scene- correct answer>>>c) outlines necessary information needed to complete incident reports
What kind of evidence is composed of facts to which a person can attest without further physical evidence?- correct answer>>>Direct Evidence what is used for hose service testing?- correct answer>>>Hose test gate valve If evidence is on the floor and scene is windy and evidence can possibly fly away, what should you cover it with?- correct answer>>>cover with salvage cover What do you wear on scene of vehicle fire?- correct answer>>>Full PPE and SCBA what receives signals from alarm-initiating devices, processes the signal, and produces output signals?- correct answer>>>fire alarm control panels (FACP) where do you use a hard suction hose to draft from?- correct answer>>>static water source On scene of a MVA what Side of the apparatus do you exit?- correct answer>>>on opposite side of oncoming traffic what is the primary hazard for extrication on scene?- correct answer>>>traffic what generator with 11- and 22 volt outlets and produces more than 50kW of power?- correct answer>>>vehicle mounted generators when should you inspect generators, lighting units and lighting accessories?- correct answer>>>periodically and after each use When objects must be pushed further than the maximum opening distance, what tool is used?- correct answer>>>extension rams When oxygen concentrations are below _____%, the human body responds by increasing its respiratory rate- correct answer>>>18% what do you use to clean the male end of a hose when it's pulled through tar on a scene?- correct answer>>>wire brush What hose roll do you use when you intend to use for quick deployment?- correct answer>>>straight roll which of the following BEST describes the first action taken after an alert to the station?- correct answer>>>dispatching of emergency service responders Once a search is complete, a firefighter should:- correct answer>>>report promptly to the supervisor
what do you use a hard suction hose for?- correct answer>>>drafting which action of firefighting foam creates a barrier between the fuel and the fire?- correct answer>>>separating Which kind of ground cover fire burns on the soil surface, consuming low-lying grass, shrubs, and other vegetation?- correct answer>>>surface fire What fire ground role is defined as the one that works to locate and assist firefighters trapped during operations?- correct answer>>>rapid intervention crew/team Where should apparatus be located at a Class B fire? A. Upwind and uphill of the incident B. Upwind and downhill of the incident C. Downwind and uphill of the incident D. Downwind and downhill from the incident- correct answer>>>A. upwind and uphill of the incident which of the following BEST describes a way to determine the nature of cargo at a bulk transport vehicle fire?- correct answer>>>use bills of lading or placards Control of all evidence must be maintained as part of the ___ required in legal cases.- correct answer>>>chain of custody Who has legal responsibility for determining origin and cause of a fire?- correct answer>>>fire chief In a one firefighter low shoulder carry, how should the butts on the ladder be carried?- correct answer>>>butts forward and butts slightly lower than tips If during an incident there is a change in structural integrity and potential for collapse, what does the IC use?- correct answer>>>evacuation signal In what event would SAR's be used?- correct answer>>>confinement/technical rescue Water as a mechanical tool can move _____ fires to where they can burn safely.- correct answer>>>Class B to prevent injury from exploding struts and cylinder from bumpers, how should you approach a vehicle on fire?- correct answer>>>from a 45 degree angle
what is the N in LUNAR?- correct answer>>>name what are the structural supports at the rungs?- correct answer>>>beams What happens when life safety rope is deemed unserviceable?- correct answer>>>downgrade to utility rope after inspecting the portable generator what is the last step?- correct answer>>>complete documents Standard for retroreflective vest?- correct answer>>>ANSI 207/ Fire standard for fire gloves?- correct answer>>>NFPA 1971 Fire standard for Life and Safety?- correct answer>>>NFPA 1500 Which company rescues victims and downed firefighters?- correct answer>>>rescue company which construction company always have a collapse zone?- correct answer>>>type V what tool is used to shear off locks?- correct answer>>>K tool Master streams flows how much water?- correct answer>>>350 GPMs How do you fight a car fire?- correct answer>>>uphill a slab door can be?- correct answer>>>solid or hollow core how do you face the fire truck in traffic?- correct answer>>>Facing away from traffic What post do you make a purchase point or relieve cut for a dash roll?- correct answer>>>a post Pure propane is?- correct answer>>>odorless which type of sprinkler can be mounted to the side of the wall?- correct answer>>>sidewall mount If SCBA is placed away in front of you, which would you use to don?- correct answer>>>over-head method What are the locking mechanisms of a ladder?- correct answer>>>Pawls Who organizes the plan in an incident?- correct answer>>>Incident Commander
Foam concentrate and _____ is used to combine and make a solution?- correct answer>>>water what is attached to the pump to provide foam?- correct answer>>>CAFS (Compressed Air Foam System) A house with _____ may have peeled away due to the inside wall burning?- correct answer>>>veneers Firewall are made of what material due to its poor conductivity to heat?- correct answer>>>masonry as a consequence of ___ the hottest gases move to the top of the structure through convection.- correct answer>>>thermal layering no more than ___ should be tested at a time.- correct answer>>>300 feet fire department use what as their main means of communication?- correct answer>>>radios An officer with 8 firefighters may be outside his/her?- correct answer>>>span of control If a hose shows defects during inspection it should be?- correct answer>>>placed out o service and tagged Which load has the hose loaded on its side and then loaded back and forth?- correct answer>>>accordion load What load has two sections laid, then a fold, then loop around and has the male end off the side?- correct answer>>>minute man a home with what type of construction may have interior wall collapse due to the exterior wall and floor being one piece?- correct answer>>>type III the components of an SCBA are face piece, backplate, air cylinder and?- correct answer>>>regulator which type of construction is most resistant to fire?- correct answer>>>type I what is the safest spot for firefighters to operate in ground fires?- correct answer>>>the black a ___ tells you whether or not there is smoke?- correct answer>>>Kerf cut
What hose roll do you have access to both couplings and quick deployment?- correct answer>>>twin donut roll NFPA for communications?- correct answer>>>NFPA 1221 what type of load do you start at the edge and go along the outside?- correct answer>>>horseshoe which sprinkler head has a plunger?- correct answer>>>Chemical pellet What type of FDC connection can be utilized by both firefighters and civilians?- correct answer>>>class 2 which company is charged with forcible entry?- correct answer>>>Truck company Circulation of hot gases and fluids?- correct answer>>>convection Who takes command in a fire scene?- correct answer>>>First arriving firefighter what level of government does NFIRS cover?- correct answer>>>local, state, and national Which hydrant has a valve a few feet beneath the ground?- correct answer>>>dry barrel how do you properly dry a rope?- correct answer>>>air dry what tool is used to open a double swinging door with a panic bar?- correct answer>>>J tool Which one is water soluble?- correct answer>>>polar solvent how do you approach a car fire?- correct answer>>>45 degree from the side In a two door car, what would be the back post?- correct answer>>>B post A fire consuming all the fuel in a room is?- correct answer>>>fully developed When you introduce oxygen into an oxygen depleted room?- correct answer>>>backdraft If the SCBA as valve is facing towards you use the ____ to don?- correct answer>>>coat method what prevents the ladder from sliding?- correct answer>>>Butt spurs
what are the channels or slots on the beams of a ladder?- correct answer>>>guides what is the proper angle to climb a ladder?- correct answer>>>75 degrees proper maintenance for a wooden tool or wooden handle is to use?- correct answer>>>linseed oil Where is the air compressed when using the CAFS system in foam operations?- correct answer>>>in the tank/pump Class B foam is used to extinguish flame as well as?- correct answer>>>suppress the vapors At a scene with multiple outlets, what is needed?- correct answer>>>GFCI As an exterior ventilation crew, what is vital information to know?- correct answer>>>interior crew information What is R in LUNAR?- correct answer>>>Resources needed If you handle evidence, then you?- correct answer>>>Become part of the chain of custody Heavy timber is what class of building construction?- correct answer>>>Class IV Fire alarm the uses visual?- correct answer>>>photoelectric smoke detectors Windows that can be opened up or down?- correct answer>>>Double-hung When do you pass out the brochure during a fire station tour?- correct answer>>>at the end of the tour what is a voluntary home survey called?- correct answer>>>Fire safety survey What are the side windows of a car made of?- correct answer>>>tempered glass What part of a kernmantle roper extends the entire length of the rope without any knots?- correct answer>>>kern synthetic material that personal protective structural firefighting hoods are made of?- correct answer>>>nomex/PBI What has a risk of crumbling due to the wall in front of it heating?- correct answer>>>veneered masonry
