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Which statement describes the difference in the roles of a Fire Fighter I and a Fire Fighter II? -A Fire Fighter I works under the direct supervision of a Fire Fighter II or company officer. -A fire Fighter II works under the direct supervision of a Fire Fighter I or other Fire Fighter II. -A Fire Fighter I can oversee a maximum of five personnel, but a Fire Fighter II can oversee any number of personnel. -A Fire Fighter I can only assume command at a structural fire scene, but a Fire Fighter II can assume command at any type of emergency incident.

A Fire Fighter I works under the direct supervision of a Fire Fighter II or company officer

Which emergency exit indicator would signal the need to immediately exit the hazardous area? -Change in the operational strategy -Completion of the assignment objective -Stabilization of the emergency situation -Activation of the SCBA low-pressure air alarm

Activation of the SCBA low-pressure air alarm

What must a fire department's health and safety program address? -Documentation of new recruit skills training -Organization of personnel service and promotional records -All anticipated hazards to which members might be exposed -The most dangerous hazards to which members might be exposed

All anticipated hazards to which members might be exposed

When does the response to an emergency begin? -At the start of each shift -Upon arrival at the emergency scene -After the firefighters don PPE and SCBA -As soon as the department is notified of the emergency

As soon as the department is notified of the emergency

What can be done to prevent thermal damage to hose? -Avoid laying hose on hot pavement to dry -Use a mechanical hose dryer instead of allowing hose to air dry. -Use a steam generating device to prevent hose linings from drying out. -Store hose with a small amount of water init so the inner lining doesn't dry out.

Avoid laying hose on hot pavement to dry

What does it mean to practice situational awareness on the fireground? -Following the IC's orders without question -Performing all duties to the best of your ability -Creating a strategic plan of attack for fire suppression -Being observant about hazards and changing conditions

Being observant about hazards and changing conditions

Which is a characteristic of fog streams? -Can be adjusted to suit the situation -Longer reach than solid or straight streams -Created by cellar nozzles or piercing nozzles -Less affected by wind than solid or straight streams.

Can be adjusted to suit the situation

Which type of fire department is continually staffed by full-time paid firefighters who typically live in the station? -Public -Career -Private -Volunteer

Career

Which fire service organizational principle refers to the formal line of authority, responsibility, and communication within an organization? -Discipline -Span of control -Division of labor -Chain of command

Chain of command

What should be done in order to prevent mechanical damage to fire hose? -Open and close nozzles quickly to limit excessive stress on the hose. -Clear windows of broken glass before deploying hose through them. -Position the folds of the hose in the same way every time it is reloaded on the apparatus. -Allow a small amount of water to remain in the hose when it is stored to prevent the lining from drying out.

Clear windows of broken glass before deploying hose through them.

What is function of hose couplings? -Measure water pressure in the fire hose -Adapt supply hose so it can be used as attack hose -Enable different departments to use each other's hose -Connect sections of hose together to form one long hoseline

Connect sections of hose together to form one long hoseline

Which type of hydrant is used in climates with prolonged periods of below-freezing temperatures? -Steamer hydrant -Dry-barrel hydrant -Wet-barrel hydrant -Gate-valved hydrant

Dry-barrel hydrant

Which SCBA component includes a speaking diaphragm that allows firefighters to communicate with teammates? -PASS device -Heads up display -Regulator assembly -Facepiece assembly

Facepiece assembly

Who is usually in charge of performing annual SCBA inspection and maintenance? -Fire Chief -Firefighter I -Fire department mechanic -Factory-qualified technician

Factory-qualified technician

Which federal agency issues radio licenses to fire departments that operate radio equipment? -Federal Trade Commission (FTC) -Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) -Federal Communications Commission (FCC) -Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA)

Federal Communications Commission (FCC)

Which is the best way to load large diameter supply hose? -Flat load -Accordion load -Horseshoe load -Combination load

Flat load

Which duty is a Fire Fighter I expected to perform? -Forcing entry into a structure -Overseeing personnel at an incident scene -Providing ropes and knots training to new recruits -Performing fire suppression activities at an airport

Forcing entry into a structure

All recorded transmissions become part of the official record on an incident and may be made public under open records laws or _____ requests. -Public Records Access Act (PRAA) -Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) -Equal Access to Information Act (EAIA) -Federal Information Collection Act (FICA)

Freedom of Information Act (FOIA)

Which hose deployment tool is used to protect that hose when it is dragged over sharp corners, such as a windowsill? -Hose rope -Hose strap -Hose roller -Hose bridge

Hose roller

What should a firefighter do if an SCBA inspection reveals that repairs are necessary? -Perform the repairs -Discard the SCBA unit -Immediately report the needed repairs to the appropriate person -Document the needed repairs, then report them at the next staff meeting

Immediately report the needed repairs to the appropriate person

What information should be included when broadcasting information on emergencies to department members? -Information from the caller and historical incidents. -Information from area businesses and media outlets. -Information from the caller and from preincident plans. -Information from neighboring jurisdictions and state law enforcement.

Information from the caller and from preincident plans.

Which is a guideline for loading hose into an apparatus hose bed? -Pack hose folds as tight as possible. -Uncouple all hose sections before loading them into the bed. -Tighten the couplings as much as possible with a spanner wrench. -Keep flat sides of hose in the same plane when two sections of hose are connected.

Keep flat sides of hose in the same plane when two sections of hose are connected.

Which organization or agency would assist the fire department with incident scene security, crowd control, and explosives disposal? -Media -Utility company -Law enforcement -Disaster management agency

Law enforcement

Which safety guideline will help minimize a firefighter's exposure to risk at a structural fire scene? -Maintain communications with team members and Command -Report directly to the officer in command of the incident -Use apparatus lighting to fully illuminate the scene and surrounding areas -Divide labor into smaller, more manageable tasks in order to equalize the work load

Maintain communications with team members and Command

What is a safety consideration for PPE? -Never wear PPE that does not fit. -Always modify PPE so that it fits better. -Never share a piece of gear with another firefighter. -Wearing wet PPE is recommended to reduce interior heat.

Never wear PPE that does not fit.

What information should be gathered by a dispatcher? -Number and location of people involved -Hospital information for victims involved -Previous incidents at the location involved -Length of time before responders must be at the scene.

Number and location of people involved

What is the main purpose of a fire department member assistance program (MAP)? -Help eliminate the need for personal counseling -Help members who are facing financial hardship -Allow firefighters to continue working regular shifts after a major illness or injury -Offer easily accessible, confidential assistance with personal problems that affect job performance

Offer easily accessible, confidential assistance with personal problems that affect job performance

Which method of alerting fire department members of an emergency alerts the member by tone, light, and/or vibration and can be sent to specific frequencies? -Radio -Pagers -Computer terminal -Home electronic monitors

Pagers

What should the fire department do when a hydrant is taken out-of-service? -Remove the stem nut -Attempt to repair the hydrant -Contact the hydrant manufacturer -Place "out-of-service" tags on the hydrant

Place "out-of-service" tags on the hydrant

Which piece of PPE is donned under the helmet and is designed to protect the neck, ears, and face from exposure to heat, embers, and debris? -SCBA facepiece -Thermal barrier -Protective hood -Moisture barrier

Protective hood

Which piece of PPE should be worn during structural fire fighting operations? -Protective hood -Face-neck shroud -One-piece jumpsuit -Removable heat shield

Protective hood

Why did the National Fallen Firefighters Association develop the 16 Firefighter Life Safety Initiatives in 2004? -Eliminate public criticism of the fire service -Increase funding for new apparatus and equipment -Mandate changes that must be made in the fire service -Provide the fire service with a blueprint for making changes

Provide the fire service with a blueprint for making changes

Which category of telecommunications systems is in a central location, takes all emergency calls, and then routes calls to appropriate dispatchers? -Public Safety Answering Point (PSAP) -Tertiary Public Safety Answering Point (TSAP) -Regional Public Safety Telecommunications Center -Emergency Service Specific Telecommunications Center

Public Safety Answering Point (PSAP)

Which type of lugs are shallow holes drilled into booster hose couplings that require a special spanner wrench to tighten? -Pin lugs -Rocker lugs -Extended lugs -Recessed lugs

Recessed lugs

Which type of hose fitting is used to attach a smaller hose to the end of a larger hose? -Reducer -Hose clamp -Hose bridge -Butterfly valve

Reducer

Which SCBA component attaches to the SCBA facepiece and directly controls airflow to the wearer? -Regulator -Air cylinder -PASS device -Heads up display

Regulator

Which is a guideline for loading hose? -Disconnect all couplings before loading the hose. -Remove kinks and twists from the hose when forming a loop. -Preconnected attack hose must be loaded with an accordion load. -Always load large diameter hose with couplings toward the back of the hose bed.

Remove kinks and twists from the hose when forming a loop.

In which operation would the pumping apparatus start at the fire scene and lay a supply line back to the water source? -Reverse lay -Forward lay -Standpipe connection -Mobile relay operation

Reverse lay

How should hard intake hose be cleaned after use? -Rinse with clear water -Use a hose washing machine -Use industrial strength cleansers -Sent to the manufacturer for specialized cleaning

Rinse with clear water

What is the mission of the fire service? -Protect personal and public property from fire and disrepair. -Completely eliminate the occurrence of fires in residential structures. -Employ the all-hazard approach to providing community protection. -Save lives and protect property and the environment from fires and other hazardous situations.

Save lives and protect property and the environment from fires and other hazardous situations

Which type of nozzle has a straight, smooth tip and produces a solid stream of water? -Fog nozzle -Cellar nozzle -Smooth bore nozzle -Straight stream nozzle

Smooth bore nozzle

What hose roll leaves only one coupling exposed? -Donut roll -Straight roll -Twin donut roll -Triple layer roll

Straight roll

Which type of hose transports water from the hydrant or static water source to the pumping apparatus? -Attack hose -Supply hose -Booster hose -Preconnect hose

Supply hose

What communication center equipment is used to receive calls from individuals with hearing impairments? -Teletype -Telegraph box -Two-way radio -Telephone alarm box

Teletype

What is one advantage of the minuteman load? -The hose does not drag on the ground. -It requires the use of an adapter or reducer. -It is the most effective deployment method for LDH hose. -It puts less weight on the shoulders of the firefighters carrying the hose.

The hose does not drag on the ground.

What are personnel accountability systems designed to do? -Organize preincident plans and site surveys -Document incident near misses and injuries -Track personnel training and promotional records -Track personnel in and out of the IDLH environment

Track personnel in and out of the IDLH environment

How can firefighters overcome limitations caused by SCBA weight and decreased mobility? -Trade SCBA with another firefighter -Regularly inspect and clean equipment -Report limitations to the training officer -Train with the units they will use on the fireground

Train with the units they will use on the fireground

Which hose roll creates a compact roll that can easily be transported for special situations, such as at a high-rise incident? -Donut roll -Straight roll -Twin donut roll -Triple layer roll

Twin donut roll

How can firefighters protect themselves against health hazards caused by inhaling smoke and other products of combustion? -Using eye protection -Healthy diet and exercise -Regular checkups with a physician -Wearing respiratory protection equipment

Wearing respiratory protection equipment

Which statement accurately describes organic damage to a fire hose? -Natural fiber hose is not subject to mold and mildew damage. -When rubber-jacket hose is stored wet, it is at risk of mold and mildew damage. -When natural fiber hose is stored wet, it is at risk for mold and mildew damage. -Rubber-jacket hose must be chemically treated to prevent mold and mildew.

When natural fiber hose is stored wet, it is at risk for mold and mildew damage.

Which type of valve device is used to divide one hoseline into two or more hoselines? -Gate valve -Water thief -Wye appliance -Siamese appliance

Wye appliance

Radios used in fixed locations such as fire stations, telecommunications centers, training centers, or administrative offices are referred to as: -mobile radios. -portable radios. -command radios. -base station radios.

base station radios.

NFPA 1500 requires all personnel operating in an immediately dangerous to life and health (IDLH) atmosphere to: -be trained as a company officer. -be fully equipped with the appropriate PPE. -utilize rehabilitation facilities every ten minutes. -verbally report to the battalion chief every five minutes.

be fully equipped with the appropriate PPE

Improperly cleaned or maintained PPE: -can cause illness or injury. -must be worn with caution. -should be disposed of immediately. -must be used only for training evolution's.

can cause illness or injury.

When operating at highway/roadway incident scenes, apparatus lights: -provide effective traffic control. -will assist with eliminating the hazard. -provide adequate scene lighting for most operations. -can confuse motorists and make the situation more hazardous.

can confuse motorists and make the situation more hazardous

Prior to donning SCBA, firefighters should: -turn off the PASS device. -turn off the low pressure alarm. -check the air cylinder gauge to make sure the cylinder if full. -check the air cylinder gauge to make sure the cylinder is at least half full.

check the air cylinder gauge to make sure the cylinder if full.

After doffing SCBA, always remember to: -clean and disinfect the facepiece. -open the cylinder and bypass valves. -manually turn on the PASS device alarm. -tighten all of the facepiece and harness straps.

clean and disinfect the facepiece.

The use of plain English in radio communications transmissions and avoidance of 10-codes is known as using: -clear text. -plain text. -open text. -simple text.

clear text

The basic unit of firefighting operations is called a: -battalion. -company. -local division. -response district.

company

Remote areas or locations inside structures that cause the loss of cellular telephone service or radio signals are known as: -dead zones. -no-go zones. -non-com zones. -ambient noise zones.

dead zones.

In the most common type of fire department organizational structure,: -firefighters of all different ranks share equal decision-making authority. -a fire department safety officer ranks above everyone else in the department. -decisions and information are directed from the fire chief down through the intermediate levels. -decisions and information are passed from the base up through the intermediate levels to the fire chief.

decisions and information are directed from the fire chief down through the intermediate levels

Written regulations such as organization's policies and procedures clarify expectations and : -award promotions. -delegate authority. -organize the budget. -create personnel schedules.

delegate authority

The straight line travel of radio signals between the transmitting radio and the receiving radio is referred to as _______ communication. -direct -primary -repeated -single channel

direct

Enhanced 9-1-1 systems provide dispatchers with information such as the caller's location, phone number and: -the caller's first and last name. -directions to the caller's location. -the type of emergency at the caller's location. -live video of the current conditions at the location.

directions to the caller's location.

The power of the transmitter and receiver and the height of the broadcast and receiving antennas determine the: -frequency of the radio signal. -volume of the radio broadcast. -distance a radio signal will travel. -number of radios that can use a given channel.

distance a radio signal will travel.

A firefighter should never alter PPE because it may void the manufacturer's warranty and: -endanger his or her life. -decrease the trade-in value. -end his or her employment contract. -increase the amount of required maintenance.

endanger his or her life.

When refilling an SCBA cylinder, firefighters must: -be directly supervised by a company officer. -wear full structural personal protective equipment. -ensure that the cylinder is completely full, but not over pressurized. -first empty the cylinder completely before refilling it to the required pressure.

ensure that the cylinder is completely full, but not over pressurized.

According to the buddy system, : -every firefighter is only responsible for his or her own safety. -firefighters must work in teams of at least two members in all hazardous situations. -firefighters should remain within 25 feet (8 meters) of a teammate at all times. -members may work alone in a hazardous environment as long as they are wearing a PASS device.

firefighters must work in teams of at least two members in all hazardous situations.

When advancing a hose line into a structure, firefighters should: -stand on opposite sides of the hose to best stabilize it. -keep the entry door chocked open to ensure fast entry. -always use an unchanged line, since it weighs much less. -first open the nozzle fully and check for adequate water flow.

first open the nozzle fully and check for adequate water flow.

At the station, of you cannot answer a caller's question, refer them to someone who can, then: -hang up. -follow up on the request. -return to your station duties. -listen in on the call and take notes.

follow up on the request.

Hard suction hose is commonly used: -for drafting from a static water source. -only when soft sleeve hose is not available. -to connect to a fire department connection for a standpipe. -in situations when multiple departments' hoses must be connected.

for drafting from a static water source.

While using SCBA, always remember to : -frequently check the air supply status. -work alone so that you can conserve air. -rely on the radio as the only method of team contact. -turn the air supply off just before exiting a hazardous area.

frequently check the air supply status.

Preconnected attack hose must be: -loaded flat rather then on its edge. -loaded using a triple layer or minuteman load. -fully charged before being deployed from the hose bed. -fully deployed from the hose bed before charging the line.

fully deployed from the hose bed before charging the line.

A valve is used to control the flow of water from a fire hydrant. -ball -gate -clapper -butterfly

gate

Reduced water volume or pressure from hydrants can result from: -open water mains. -open isolation valves. -greater demand than the system can provide. -the use of both wet-barrel and dry-barrel hydrants in the same system.

greater demand than the system can provide.

U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations require that all personnel at roadway incidents wear: -SCBA. -fusees. -protective hoods. -high-visibility vests.

high-visibility vests.

Fire hose should be washed with mild soap or detergent using scrub brushes: -after every use. -after its annual inspection. -if it has been exposed to oil. -if it has been exposed to smoke.

if it has been exposed to oil.

Mobile water supply operations, such as water shuttles or relay pumping, must be performed: -if hydrant testing is not up-to-date. -when hydrant connections are too difficult to make. -in rural areas without public water distribution systems. -in metropolitan areas that have high rate of public water consumption.

in rural areas without public water distribution systems.

Donning SCBA from a seat mount should only be done if: -the SCBA is stored in a protective case. -responding to a hazardous materials incident. -it can be accomplished without removing the apparatus seat belt. -using an SCBA with a regulator that is attached to the waist belt harness.

it can be accomplished without removing the apparatus seat belt.

When exchanging an empty SCBA air cylinder for a full cylinder, remember to: -tag empty cylinders for inspection -store empty and full cylinders in the same location -keep empty cylinders separate from full cylinders. -store the empty cylinders inside the apparatus cab.

keep empty cylinders separate from full cylinders.

When loading hose into the hose bed on an apparatus, hose should be: -packed as tightly as possible. -loaded with both couplings toward the rear. -loaded with both couplings toward the front. -loaded loose enough to fit a gloved hand between the folds.

loaded loose enough to fit a gloved hand between the folds.

Lakes, ponds, and rivers area all static water sources that: -may provide water through drafting operations. -can be used if chemicals are added to purify the water. -may not be used for drafting because the water is nonpotable. -should be used as a last resort because of potential contaminants.

may provide water through drafting operations.

Woven-jacket fire hose: -can simply be rinsed with water after use. -requires specialized detergents to clean it. -must be brushed clear of dust and dirt after use. -should only be cleaned using a hose washing machine.

must be brushed clear of dust and dirt after use.

A nozzle operator can control the by cradling the hoseline under one arm and evenly distributing his or her weight on both feet while operating the nozzle. -flow rate -friction loss -water hammer -nozzle reaction

nozzle reaction

Booster hose is designed to be carried: -in open-air hose beds. -on special booster hose carts. -in interior apparatus compartments. -on reels mounted to the apparatus.

on reels mounted to the apparatus.

Emergency scene lighting and portable rescue equipment are powered by apparatus-mounted generators, the apparatus' electrical system, or: -solar panels. -the local power grid. -adaptable converters. -portable electric generators.

portable electric generators

A central location that takes all emergency calls and routes the call to the fire, emergency medical, or law enforcement dispatcher is a : -dispatch center. -communications center. -public safety answering point. -emergency service specific telecommunications center.

public safety answering point.

To overcome physical barriers to radio communication, you may need to turn your body 90 degrees or: -find an acceptable interface. -raise the antenna up straight. -attempt to use another channel. -move the radio toward the ground.

raise the antenna up straight.

Friction loss causes: -the nozzle to be difficult to control. -damage to the hose lining and couplings. -reduced water flow and pressure at the nozzle. -a water pressure surge that can damage the hose.

reduced water flow and pressure at the nozzle.

When answering non-emergency telephone calls, remember to be professional and courteous because you are: -being paid to be professional. -representing your department. -likely to be speaking with an officer. -going to be evaluated on this behavior.

representing your department.

The part of the coupling where it attaches to the hose is called the: -shank. -spanner. -Higbee cut -Higbee indicator.

shank

A fire hose is labeled according to the: -size of its couplings. -size of its inside diameter. -length of one of its sections. -longest hose stream it can produce.

size of its inside diameter.

In order to prevent obstructions when advancing a charged hoseline down a stairway, excess hose should be: -rolled and stored for later use. -stretched outside the stairway. -moved to the right side of the stairwell. -stretched to the opening of the fire compartment.

stretched outside the stairway.

Individuals who are trained to receive, process, and dispatch emergency calls are known as: -controllers. -announcers. -radio operators. -telecommunicators.

telecommunicators.

Master stream devices are usually deployed when: -the fire is below ground level. -there is an increased risk of flashover. -a structure is more than six stories tall. -the fire is too large to be controlled by handlines.

the fire is too large to be controlled by handlines.

A spanner wrench is designed to: -tighten or loosen coupling connections. -control the flow of water through hoseline. -fit over most standard hydrant operating nuts. -remove discharge caps from fire hydrant outlets.

tighten or loosen coupling connections.

Once an emergency has been reported, the information must be: -verified and sorted. -logged into a public blog. -transmitted to responding units. -shared with other telecommunicators.

transmitted to responding units.

A(an) ______ is meant to help reduce firefighter illnesses, injuries, and deaths by ensuring that firefighters are healthy. -IAP -wellness program -facility safety program -employee assistance initiative

wellness program

Water extinguishes fire by: -vaporizing into steam. -reducing the amount of available oxygen. -absorbing heat and cooling the burning material. -interrupting the chemical chain reaction necessary for combustion.

absorbing heat and cooling the burning material.

Everyone at an emergency scene should follow two basic communication rules: the sender should identify themselves in every transmission and the receiver should: -acknowledge the message. -avoid repeating back the message. -make written notes of the message. -share the message with other telecommunicators.

acknowledge the message.