Firefighter 1 Final Test, Firefighter 1, Fire 1 TEST PREP
A dry chemical fire extinguisher rated as 10-B should be capable of extinguishing how much more as a 1-B rated one
10 times
The common length of the straight ground ladder is usually between
12-24 ft
Oxygen deficient atmospheres are those having less then what percent of oxygen in the air
19.5%
OSHA regulations require that when firefighters are inside a structure fire, at least how many trained and equipped firefighters must be standing by outside
2
Composite SCBA cylinders must be hydrostatically tested every:
3 years
Immobilizing a victim who is suspected of having a spinal injury on a long backboard requires how many rescuers
4
When a ladder is raised, it should be placed at an angle of approximately what degree to ensure a safe climb
75 degrees
In kernmantle rope, the kern or core of the rope accounts for how much of its strength?
75%
At the beginning of the shift, the firefighter should make sure the SCBA is at least what percent full?
85%
At what psi are solid stream handlines designed to be operated at?
90 psi
What does BLEVE stand for?
Boiling Liquid Expanding Vapor Explosion
What is defined as a systematic way to keep track of the location and function of all personnel operating at the scene of an incident? A. A personnel accountability system B. A grid search system C. A scalar organizational system D. A self-modulating personnel system
A. A personnel accountability system
Which of the following is/are disadvantages of an SCBA unit based on design and size? A. All of the above B. Ability to communicate is decreased C. The weight and bulk of the unit restricts mobility and agility for firefighters D. Peripheral vision is reduced
A. All of the above
The two-in/two-out regulation came from the federal agency called: A. FEMA B. EPA C. DOT D. OSHA
A. FEMA
Which of the following IS TRUE regarding personal protective clothing? A. It requires firefighters to wear the most appropriate PPE for the hazard they face B. It must comply with NFPA 1900 standard C. It prevents a firefighter from burns in situations such as flashover D. It requires PASS activation whenever bunker gear is worn
A. It requires firefighters to wear the most appropriate PPE for the hazard they face
With respect to the forcible entry team, in what direction will a door with exposed or visible hinges move? A. It swings toward the forcible entry team B. When forced, the top swings in, while the bottom swings out C. It can go either toward or away from the team. D. It swings away from the forcible entry team
A. It swings toward the forcible entry team
What is the term of water-soluble flammable liquids such as alcohols, acetone, and others? A. Polar solvents B. Volatile fuels C. Three-dimensional liquids D. Flammable surfactants
A. Polar solvents
During the response phase of an emergency incident, two aspects of a property are particularly important. One of those is building layout and the other is: A. access information B. water supply type C. location of any activated sensor heads on the suppression system D. location of riser valves on the detection system
A. access information
Due to rapid cooling, when water is applied to masonry walls the firefighter should look for possible: A. cracking B. sudden wall collapse C. discoloration D. additional fire extension
A. cracking
When carrying a ladder using the low-shoulder method, firefighters will normally face the __________ during the carry. A. heel or butt B. beams C. tip or top D. rungs
A. heel or butt
The chain of command: A. is the pathway of responsibility from the highest level of the department to the lowest B. includes training, safety, finance, and logistics C. includes incident stabilization, life safety, and property conservation D. allows for supervision of five people by one person
A. is the pathway of responsibility from the highest level of the department to the lowest
When ventilating a building, all of the following procedures can be used by firefighters except __________ ventilation. A. manual B. forced C. horizontal D. vertical
A. manual
A stream discharging MORE than 350 gpm is known as a/an ___________ stream. A. master B. booster C. solid D. elevated
A. master
A fire CANNOT BE considered fully extinguished until __________ is complete. A. overhaul B. primary search C. cause determination D. secondary search
A. overhaul
A common factor with regard to multiple firefighter deaths at emergency incidents is: A. the lack of an organized, effective command structure B. they all involved industrial complexes C. all the incidents occurred during forest fires D. they all occurred in urban settings
A. the lack of an organized, effective command structure
There is a maximum distance to any fog stream. Further increase in nozzle pressure will only increase: A. volume B. cavitation C. back pressure D. critical velocity
A. volume
A straight stream is dischagred from what kind of nozzle?
Adjustable-fog nozzle
Which of the following is one of the stages/phases of fire burn? A. Rollover B. Fully developed C. Backdraft D. Initial
B. Fully developed
Of the four fire stream volumes listed below, select the one that is MOST LIKELY supplied by a single 2-1/2 inch hose. A. 460-550 gpm B. 125-350 gpm C. 550-1000 gpm D. 360-460 gpm
B. 125-350 gpm
What is one type of incident, other than a fire, which might impose a tremendous energy drain on fire fighters? A. An ARFF standby B. A hazardous materials incident requiring fully encapsulating suits C. A medical emergency where the victim is choking D. Holding the C-spine at a car crash
B. A hazardous materials incident requiring fully encapsulating suits
What type of listening is required by a telecommunicator to draw out all the necessary information from a caller who may be excited, confused, or dealing with a language barrier? A. Presumptive B. Active C. Selective D. Modal
B. Active
Which of the following IS NOT considered one of the basic tasks of the ladder company crew? A. Gaining access to upper floors for search and rescue B. Advancing hose lines to extinguish the fire C. Forcible entry to gain access to the fire D. Gaining access to the roof for ventilation
B. Advancing hose lines to extinguish the fire
What types of locking devices usually ARE NOT detected by the forcible entry team? A. Mortise locks B. Auxiliary locking devices C. Padlocks D. Rim Locks
B. Auxiliary locking devices
To maintain personal health, the Firefighter I should receive recommended vaccination against hepatitis: A. A B. B C. C D. D
B. B
What does a frangible bulb do in a sprinkler head? A. Enhance appearance only B. Break at a certain temperature C. Regulate the pressure of the water flow D. Direct the water flow into a flower pattern
B. Break at a certain temperature
What is the largest difference between Basic 911 and Enhanced 911? A. Basic systems have the capability to provide the caller's telephone number and address B. Enhanced systems have the capability to provide the caller's telephone number and address C. Enhanced systems are used only in rural areas D. Basic systems are more reliable than enhanced
B. Enhanced systems have the capability to provide the caller's telephone number and address
Which of the following IS TRUE regarding hoisting tools and equipment? A. Use edge roller over sharp edges to prevent physical damage to rope B. Fire extinguishers and SCBS should not be hoisted C. When working with heights, use teams to ensure safety D. Use hand over hand method to control rope when hoisting
B. Fire extinguishers and SCBS should not be hoisted
Which of the following is the first stage/phase of fire? A. Fully developed B. Incipient/ignition C. Decay D. Growth
B. Incipient/ignition
Which of the following is a recommended practice to prevent organic fire hose damage? A. Remove, inspect, sweep and reload hose if it has not been unloaded from the apparatus within the last year. B. Inspect and test hose annually and after possible damage C. Inspect and thoroughly sweep clean hose that has been contaminated in any way D. Replace wet hose on the apparatus after a fire only if the department has a shortage of replacement hose.
B. Inspect and test hose annually and after possible damage
Which of the following is an advantage of the flat load? A. Only four people are required to perform the load B. It is the best way to load large-diameter hose C. Hose loaded in this manner has fewer sharp bends than other loads D. Hose for shoulder carries can easily be taken from the load
B. It is the best way to load large-diameter hose
Which of the following IS NOT one of the methods by which water tenders unload? A. Jet dumps to increase flow rate B. Jet siphons to increase flow rate C. Gravity dumping through large dump valves D. Apparatus-mounted pumps that off-load the water
B. Jet siphons to increase flow rate
Which of the following statements IS CORRECT regarding fire extinguishers and combustible metals? A. All chemical agents need to be applied with a shovel or scoop B. No single agent will control or extinguish fires in all combustible metals C. The agent needs to break the crust that may form over any burning metal to extinguish the fire D. They come in pressurized and handheld models
B. No single agent will control or extinguish fires in all combustible metals
Which of the following is a recommended practice to prevent thermal fire hose damage? A. Allow hose to remain in a heated area after it is dry, provided the air is a moderate temperature. B. Roll dry hose in a straight roll for storage to keep the liner from drying out C. Keep both the inside and outside of woven-jacket fire hose dry whenever it's not in use, especially if not used for extended periods of time D. Use hot air for only short periods of time when mechanically drying
B. Roll dry hose in a straight roll for storage to keep the liner from drying out
Which is always the FIRST step in making plans to bring an emergency situation under control? A. Ventilation B. Size-up C. Salvage D. Forcible entry
B. Size-up
NFPA 1001 is the: A. Standard for Industrial Fire Brigades B. Standard for Fire Fighter Professional Qualifications C. Standard for Blood Borne Pathogen Training D. Standard for Fire Department Occupational Safety and Health Program
B. Standard for Fire Fighter Professional Qualifications
Statement 1: Blades range from large-toothed blades for quick cuts and fine-toothed blades for fine, precise cuts Statement 2: Reciprocating saws are most often used during ventilation Statement 3: Blade guards are designed specifically for carbide tip blades. A. All three statements are true. B. Statement 1 is true; statements 2 and 3 are false C. Statements 1 and 2 are true; statement 3 is false D. Statement 1 is false; statements 2 and 3 are true.
B. Statement 1 is true; statements 2 and 3 are false
Which coupling goes on the inside of a straight hose roll? A. The female B. The male C. Either A or B D. It depends on the diameter
B. The male
Where is the rehabilitation/staging center, usually, at a high-rise fire? A. Outside the fire building B. Two or three floors below the fire C. In an uninvolved section of the fire floor D. In the lobby of the fire building
B. Two or three floors below the fire
What is positive-pressure ventiliation?
Blowing fresh air in
What type of standpipe is intended for fire department use only? A. Group 5 B. Type II C. Class I D. Level D
B. Type II
Prior to entering a fire area with a charged hoseline, the nozzle operator should first: A. wait for a building layout B. bleed air from the line C. wait for direction from the pump operator D. wait for the power to be shut off
B. bleed air from the line
The movement of heat through a steel beam to an unexposed part of a building where it starts another fire is an example of: A. radiation B. conduction C. direct-flame contact D. convection
B. conduction
Heat can travel throughout a burning building by one or more of the following methods: A. extension, conduction, and exposure B. conduction, radiation, and convection C. conduction, radiation, and expansion D. convection, extension, and expansion
B. conduction, radiation, and convection
The quickest way to force entry through a security roll-up door is to: A. apply a K tool to the latch B. cut the door with a torch or saw C. use the irons D. use a J tool on the roller
B. cut the door with a torch or saw
When cutting through a roof, a firefighter should avoid: A. removing the built-up material prior to cutting B. cutting through joists, rafters, or trusses C. making one large opening D. using a power saw
B. cutting through joists, rafters, or trusses
Steel performs well under: A. corrosive conditions B. direct flame impingement C. exposure to high heat D. compression
B. direct flame impingement
Class C fires involve: A. metals B. energized electrical equipment C. flammable liquids D. combustible materials
B. energized electrical equipment
The quick-response type sprinkler head utilizes a specially designed _________ for its release mechanism. A. valve cap B. fusible link C. chemical pellet D. frangible disc
B. fusible link
In most cases, the contents of a building will be predicated by the: A. geographical area B. occupancy type C. time of day D. construction type
B. occupancy type
The observation of glass blocks in a wall tell the fire fighters that: A. there is a skylight in that room B. the wall is not load-bearing C. the wall has not been subjected to fire. D. there is an automatic sprinkler system in that room.
B. the wall is not load-bearing
Ideally, when should fire investigators begin their work at a fire scene
Before overhaul begins
Manufacturers should provide users of PPE with what
Cleaning instructions
CO2 and dry chemical extinguishers will extinguish both Class B and C fires. What advantage does CO2 have over a dry chemical extinguisher? A. CO2 is effective at a greater distance B. CO2 will prevent reignition longer than dry chemical extinguisher C. CO2 does not leave a residue or corrode electrical contacts D. CO2 is not a hazard in an enclosed area
C. CO2 does not leave a residue or corrode electrical contacts
How should an unconscious child be carried down a ladder? A. Over one shoulder B. Across the shoulders C. Cradled across the rescuer's arms D. Vertically, in the crook of one arm
C. Cradled across the rescuer's arms
The MINIMUM quality of air used for SCBA is: A. Grade 6 B. Grade 2 C. Grade D D. Grade A
C. Grade D
The tool that is specifically designed to open double doors equipped with panic bars is a(n): A. claw tool B. French curve C. J tool D. opening strip
C. J tool
Which of the following IS NOT a cause of friction loss in a hose line? A. More adapters than necessary B. Crushed couplings C. Number of jackets D. Rough lining
C. Number of jackets
Which of the following is an advantage of metal ladders? A. Very durable B. Good conductor of heat, cold and electricity C. Retains strength when exposed to heat or flame D. Widest range of sizes
C. Retains strength when exposed to heat or flame
How are flammability limits and explosive limits related? A. Explosive limits are used to calculate flammability limits B. The two terms are neither mathematically nor conceptually related. C. They are interchangeable terms meaning the same thing D. Flammability limits are used to calculate explosive limits
C. They are interchangeable terms meaning the same thing
A K-tool is correctly positioned when the blades bite into the
cylinder
A rapid intervention crew team is composed of: A. firefighters waiting by ready to don PPE if necessary B. at least four firefighters C. at least two firefighters D. firefighters to rescue occupants if found
C. at least two firefighters
Firefighters must use care in checking attic spaces with blown-in insulation because: A. the spaces may be small and difficult to work in. B. some types of insulation can cause skin irritation C. embers can smolder in insulation for many hours before igniting D. heated surfaces will not be detected with thermal imagers
C. embers can smolder in insulation for many hours before igniting
After a roof has been opened up, the firefighter must: A. remove any natural roof openings B. make another opening on the opposite side of the pitched roof C. ensure the ceiling below the cut is opened D. direct a hose line into the opening
C. ensure the ceiling below the cut is opened
During a two-firefighter raise of a single ladder, it is the responsibility of the _________ to determine the proper placement distance from the building. A. incident commander B. driver/operator C. firefighter at the butt (heeler) D. company office
C. firefighter at the butt (heeler)
When faced with an electrical emergency the firefighter shall try to: A. wear rubber boots when approaching the emergency scene B. obtain a pair of lineman gloves C. have equipment de-energized D. use a dry rope to pull victim from contact with an energized conductor
C. have equipment de-energized
One purpose of a Personnel Accountability System is to: A. help the Fire Chief control sick leave abuse B. keep track of firefighters' salaries C. identify trapped or injured firefighters D. create a job complaint form
C. identify trapped or injured firefighters
The bypass valve on a self-contained breathing apparatus is used: A. to cool the face piece when high heat is encountered B. during hazardous materials incidents C. in emergency situations involving a malfunctioning regulator D. to clear the mask of unwanted condensation
C. in emergency situations involving a malfunctioning regulator
The phenomenon by which heat, smoke, and fire gases will travel upward to the highest point and become trapped, accumulate, bank down, and spread out laterally is known as: A. buoyancy B. backdraft C. mushrooming D. flashover
C. mushrooming
Adults who try to escape a fire on their own are often found in one of two locations. One of those is: A. in a closet B. in the attic C. near a door D. in the middle of a room
C. near a door
Firefighters should possess all of the following characteristics EXCEPT: A. professional pride B. integrity C. personal motive D. courage
C. personal motive
The MOST COMMON synthetic fiber used in life safety rope is: A. Kevlar B. Sisal C. polypropylene D. nylon
C. polypropylene
In order to extinguish smoldering mattresses during overhaul, they should be: A. stood up and allowed to burn out B. ripped open with a chainsaw or similar tool and wet thoroughly C. removed outside and then soaked D. smothered with a salvage cover
C. removed outside and then soaked
The leading Cause of Death in homes during a fire is/are: A. burns B. carbon dioxide poisoning C. smoke and toxic gases D. slips and falls
C. smoke and toxic gases
The leading killer(s) of people in homes during a fire is/are: A. burns B. carbon dioxide poisoning C. smoke and toxic gases D. slips and falls
C. smoke and toxic gases
Structure fires should MOST COMMONLY be attacked from: A. the burned side B. the outside of the structure C. the unburned side D. above the fire
C. the unburned side
When advancing a hose into a building via the interior stairs, a 50-foot section will reach _________ floor(s). A. one B. four C. two D. three
C. two
The order of rank and authority in the fire service describes what?
Chain of command
One way to remove water coming through the ceiling from upper floors is by the use of
Chutes
A green triangle containing a letter would indicate an extinguisher to be used what what class fires
Class A
What class fires involve combustible metals such as magnesium, titanium, zirconium, sodium, and potassium
Class D
Regular dry chemicals (sodium bicarbonate-based and potassium-based) work on __________ fires.
Classes B and C
What injury could occur by placing your hand on the horn of a CO2 extinguisher while discharging
Cold can freeze the skin
When rescuing an unconscious child or small adult from a window, how many rescuers enter the window to assist the victim? A. 3 B. 1 C. 0 D. 2
D. 2
To form the corners of the basin when constructing a catchall, the firefighter should lay ends of the side rolls over at a __________ angle. A. 180 B. 30 C. 60 D. 90
D. 90
To ensure safety, the team should: A. utilize an Incident Management System B. look out for each other C. work together and remain intact D. All of the above
D. All of the above
Which of the following is considered to be a hazardous atmosphere encountered during fires? A. Smoke B. Oxygen deficiency C. Elevated temperatures D. All of the above
D. All of the above
What do ladder placement, use of aerial or ground ladders, and emergency exit routes all depend on? A. Time of day B. Roof construction C. Water pressure D. Building layout
D. Building layout
What is the term for a short (two to four foot) pike pole designed for use in tight spaces? A. Baker pole B. Porta power C. K tool D. Closet hook
D. Closet hook
Which type of heat transfer is a major contributor to flashover? A. Nuclear B. Radiation C. Conduction D. Convection
D. Convection
When inspecting a kernmantle rope, what finding should alert fire fighters to possible damage in the rope? A. Apparent intactness of the mantle B. Color change of the kern C. Color change of the stress threading in the mantle D. Depressions of the kern.
D. Depressions of the kern
When is the two-person chair carry particularly useful? A. In elevators B. Across open fields C. Going under low obstacles D. In narrow corridors
D. In narrow corridors
Who makes the decision about which type of strategy to use on a given fire? A. Fire Chief B. Fire Investigator C. Safety Officer D. Incident Commander
D. Incident Commander
What are two methods of raising a ladder to the vertical position? A. Rung raise and beam raise B. East raise and West raise C. Manual raise and mechanical raise D. One-person raise and two-person raise
D. One-person raise and two-person raise
Who should operate building HVAC systems to assist in ventilation? A. Truck company personnel B. The incident safety officer C. Firefighters under direct supervision of the incident safety officer D. Only building engineers or maintenance superintendents
D. Only building engineers or maintenance superintendents
Which of the following statements regarding the hose bed is incorrect? A. The hose cover blocks sunlight that could cause rubber and plastic coated hose to deteriorate B. It should be designed to allow the circulation of air to allow drying C. The use of a cover will prevent rain and other road contaminants from getting into the hose D. The hose bed should allow as little air circulation as possible
D. The hose bed should allow as little air circulation as possible
Under what circumstances should master stream devices be directed into buildings where fire fighters are operating inside? A. Only when the fire is clearly getting the better of the inside crew B. Only when the whereabouts of every person inside is known to the master stream operator C. Under any circumstances D. Under no circumstances
D. Under no circumstances
For an area to qualify as a light hazard, the majority of materials must meet one requirements. One of those is that they must: A. be UL listed B. have ignition temperatures in excess of 451F C. be necessary for the work of the area D. be noncombustible
D. be noncombustible
One attractive feature of the fire fighter drag is that it: A. can be done in a toxic environment without SCBA B. requires no equipment to carry out C. works just as well as a water-rescue technique D. can be used when the victim is heavier than the rescuer
D. can be used when the victim is heavier than the rescuer
An attack that uses the steam-generating techniques of a ceiling-level attack, along with application of the fire stream on a material burning near the floor level, is known as a(n) _________attack. A. blitz B. direct C. indirect D. combination
D. combination
A load the engineer planned for, or anticipated, in the building design is the definition of a(n) __________ load. A. dead B. concentrated C. impact D. design
D. design
Another term for the spread of a fire to exposed buildings is: A. attenuation B. mitigation C. trepidation D. extension
D. extension
During _________, conditions in the compartment change very rapidly. A. growth B. rollover C. fully-developed D. flashover
D. flashover
When cutting through a roof, a firefighter should attempt to: A. stand to the downwind side B. remove the ceiling joist in the ventilation hole C. cut a large circular hole D. make the opening square or rectangle
D. make the opening square or rectangle
When drying synthetic rope, keep it: A. in a damp, dark place B. in a cool, moist, sunlit place B. in a warm, dry sunlit place D. out of sunlight
D. out of sunlight
A PRIMARY safety concern when raising a ladder should be: A. teamwork and strength B. ladder selection C. ladder placement and angle of inclination D. possible contact with electrical wires and overhead obstructions
D. possible contact with electrical wires and overhead obstructions
The __________ carry can be used on a conscious patient. A. two-person B. firefighter's C. leg D. seat
D. seat
The type of hose roll that is the easiest to work with is the: A. dutchman B. double donut C. straight/storage D. single donut
D. single donut
Slab doors are constructed in two configurations: A. ledge and framed B. slab and panel C. raised and flat D. solid core and hollow core
D. solid core and hollow core
One of the most useful tools to aid in handling a charged hoseline is a hose: A. jacket B. wrench C. clamp D. strap
D. strap
Forcible entry tools can be grouped into several categories. One is: A. grinding B. twisting C. crushing D. striking
D. striking
The MOST IMPORTANT piece of information that the caller gives is: A. the caller's telephone number B. from where s(he) is calling C. the nature of the emergency D. the location of the emergency
D. the location of the emergency
In addition to their use in actual emergencies, preincident plans can also be useful as an aid in: A. law enforcement B. budget development C. personnel selection D. training activities
D. training activities
What is the term for locations from which an engine can draft out of a static water supply source?
Drafting/fill sites
When loading the fire house, what serves to change the direction of the hose and can also change the location of a coupling
Dutchman
What has the highest priority of a radio transmission?
Emergency traffic from a unit working at a fire or rescue
What does the E stand for in LEL
Explosive
"Irons" are formed by combining a:
Flathead ax and a halligan.
Fine water droplets and maximum high water surface area are characteristics of a _ stream
Fog stream
What stage of fire releases the maximum amount of heat for the available fuel and produces large volumes of fire gases
Fully developed
The K-tool is used in conjunction with what tool
Halligan tool
Proper ventilation results in an orderly movement of what through and out of the structure
Heated fire gases
What kind of construction is often used in mill construction
Heavy Timber
Class K fires involve
High temperature cooking oils, such as vegetable or animal oils and fats.
What is used to seal small cuts or breaks that may occur in fire hose or to connect mismatched or damaged couplings of the same size to stop leaking
Hose jacket
Which of the following is the first stage/phase of the fire
Incipient/Ignition
What tool iw used to pull out a cylinder lock mounted in a wood or heavy metal door
K-tool
In the Incident Command System (ICS), the functional area responsible for providing facilities, services, and materials necessary to support an incident is...
Logistics
Where should the FF make the connection in a multi-story building with a standpipe system?
On the floor below the fire floor
Where does the top beam of the ladder rest in the one-fire fighter carry?
On the shoulder
What does vertical ventilation require that horizontal ventilation does not
Openings in the roof or highest part of the building
Searching for hidden fires is a primary function of what
Overhaul
The search for and extinguishment of hidden fire and placing the building in a safe condition is known as
Overhaul
The acronym for the four step process for proper use of fire extinguishers is
PASS
The term for a roll call taken by a supervisor at an emergency incident is a:
Personnel Accountability Report
What tool is considered to be a pulling tool
Pike-pole
Modern wood-frame construction uses a technique that builds one floor at a time and inserts a plate between each floor that acts as a fire stop. This technique is called:
Platform-frame
What is the term for water-soluble flammable liquids such as alcohols, acetone, and others?
Polar solvents
Residual pressure
Pressure remaining in the system after water has begun flowing
What do the stops do on an extension ladder?
Prevent it from over-extending
In what type of occupancy will fire fighters usually find sliding doors?
Residential
What are two methods of raising a ladder to the vertical position?
Rung raise and beam raise
The street or address side of the structure is termed what side
Side A
A stream designed to be as compact as possible with little shower or spray is known as
Solid stream
A nonadjustable ladder that consists of only one section is called
single/wall ladder
The ratio of the mass of a given volume of liquid compared with the mass of an equal volume of water at the same temperature is what?
Specific Gravity
What are the butt spurs on a ladder?
Spikes on the base that keep it from slipping
The plan or written document for tactical operations is known as a departments, what?
Standard Operating Procedures/Standard Operating Guidelines
NFPA 1001 is the
Standard for Fire Fighter Professional Qualifications
NFPA 1001 is the ?
Standard for Fire Fighter Professional Qualifications
When performing the one person raise, what part of the ladder is placed against the wall of the building
The butt
The two major hydrant types are
Wet-barrel and Dry-barrel
Which coupling goes on the inside of a straight hose roll?
The male
During salvage, what should be done with any pictures on the walls
They should be removed and placed with the furniture
Extinguishers suitable for Class A fires can be identified by a ____ containing the letter A. What color should it be
Triangle, Green
Under what circumstances should master stream devices be directed into buildings where FFs are operating inside?
Under no circumstances
What is one aspect of hire-rise fires that is especially draining of energy?
Walking up many flights of stairs in PPE
A dry chemical extinguiser rated 60-B is capable of extinguishing what
a 60 square foot flammable liquid pan fire
The combination of knots recommended to hoist a pike pole includes
a clove hitch and half hitches
Extinguishers suitable for Class D fires can be identified by a what?
a yellow star containing letter D
When should overhaul operations commence
after fire investigation concerns are met
The term vapor density refers to the weight of a gas compared to the weight of what
air
The primary role of a fire alarm is to
alert occupants
The usual cause of collapse of open web steel joist is the
amount of heat generated by the fire in a structure
A rapid intervention crew team is composed of
at least two FFs
Tempered plate glass should be broken only as a last resort. It is recommended that it be shattered by striking:
at lowest corner with the pick end of a fire axe
Ona dry-barrel hydrant, the valve that controls water flow to all outlets is located where
at the base of the hydrant
The primary use of the clove hitch is to
attach a rope to a round object such as a pike pole
What tool can be safely carried by two firefighters, although it is designed to be used by 2-4 firefighters
battering ram
Once overhead doors have been forced, they should be:
blocked open
Extinguishers suitable for Class C fires can be identified by a what?
blue circle containing letter C
One-inch rubber-covered and rubber-lined hose equipped with one-inch couplings is commonly called a
booster line
What is one limitiation of backpack water vaccums
cannot be worn with SCBA
Extinguishing agents safe for use on fires in or near energized electrical equipment include
carbon dioxide and dry chemical
What is the first step a firefighter should preform before donning the SCBA
check the air supply of the SCBA unit
To clean or remove any oily or greasy residues from a metal ground ladder, it is recommended to use
clear water and an approved detergent
Life-safety rope should be stored in
coils or in rope bags
Trapped firefighters awaiting rescue will use less air if they
control their breathing
When using SCBA, a poor seal between the face piece and the firefighters face is
dangerous, becuase it is depleating the air supply more quickly
Hypoxia is
deficiency of oxygen
What are Standard Operating Procedures
detailed, written instructions to achieve uniformity of the performance of a specific function.
Inhaled toxic gases can directly cause
disease of the lung tissue
FFs should treat all downed wires as
energized
What normal body cooling mechanism is lost when wearing PPE?
evaporation of perspiration
Steel and aluminum cylinders for breathing apparatus should be hydrostatically tested after each ____ year period
five
The primary function of the bypass valve on SCBA is
for use if the the regulator fails
The proper position of the bypass valve on positive pressure SCBA under normal conditions is
fully closed
When dragging a patient they should always be dragged
head first
OSHA may establish regulations governing fire department activities such as
health and safety
OSHA may establish regulations governing fire department activities such as ?
health and safety
Smoke and heat collects at a structure starting from the:
highest point
One of the most useful tools to aid in handling a charged hose line is a
hose strap
Toxic atmospheres due to smoke and heat are called
immediately dangerous to life and health
The bypass valve on a SCBA is used
in emergency situations involving a malfunctioning regulator
What are the stage phases of fire development
incipient/ignition, growth, fully developed, decay
The purpose of the use of reflective trim on PPE is to
increase the visability of the wearer to others
The first noticeable signs of oxygen deficiency are
increased respiratory rate and impared muscular coordination
Failure to wear your PPE can lead to?
injury
All portable extinguishers are classified according to their
intended use
If a gas has a vapor density greater than one when it escapes from its container it will do what?
it will sink andcollect at low points
What permits firefighters to gain access during an emergency
key box/lock box
Fire service rope falls into two use classifications:
life safety and utility
During search operations, the FF should
listen for calls or signals for help
Before transmitting any information over the fire department radio, a fire fighter should
listen to be sure the channel is not being used
PASS devices are designed to assist rescuers attempting to?
locate trapped FFs
When exposed to products of combustion, what body area are more vulnerable to injury than any other body area?
lungs and respiratory tract
Worn, damaged, and deteriorated parts of a SCBA must be replaced according to
manufacturers instructions
When should the FF attaching hose to the hydrant charge the supply line
not until the driver/operators signla is received
The telecommunicator's first responsibility is to
obtain the information that is required to dispatch the appropriate units to the correct location
When conducting a primary search within a structure a FF should begin
on a wall
When referring to ladders, the term tie rod is used to describe a metal rod running from
one beam to the other
What are the two general types of SCBA
open-circuit and closed-circuit
What color are sprinkler heads rated for the Ultra HIgh temperature classification
orange
There are two methods that can be used to don SCBA that is stored in a case
over the head and coat method
One of the primary functions of the ladder company is
performing forcible entry of the building
One of the primary functions of the ladder company is ?
performing forcible entry of the building
How should a pike pole be hoisted
point up
Tenders combined with what can efficiently provide large volumes of water to a fire ground operation.
portable water tanks
What is an example of a hand-powered hydraulic spreader tool
rabbet tool
Heat transfer that takes place in the form of electromagnetic waves is known as
radiation
What is a characteristic of a primary search
rapid and systematic
What is the primary function of smoke ejectors or exhaust fans
remove heat and smoke
If large amounts of water needs to be removed from areas lacking floor drains, FFs may do what to remove the water quickly
remove toilets and use the sewer system as a drain
In the fire service, the basic definition of the word "rescue" is
removing a victim from a hazardous situation to safety
The most important factor to consider in forcible entry is to
select the right tool to do the job
A FF who is climbing a ladder and carrying a tool in one hand, should
slide the free hand up the underside of the beam while making the climb
Ladders should extend five rungs above the roof edge to aid firefighters in climbing onto and off the ladder and
so firefighters can find the ladder in heavy smoke conditions
The purpose of a pass device is to
sound an alarm if the firefighter is motionless for a set period of time
When trapped moisture in concrete is heated to steam and expands, causing parts of the concrete to break away, this is known as:
spalling
The flow of water from an individual sprinkler head can becontrolled by using
sprinkler wedges or tongs
What method is performed with two FFs and used for breaking tight couplings without the use of a spanner wrench
stiff-arm
a carbon dioxide extinguisher's means of discharge is
stored liquefied compressed gas
Four hazardous atmospheres that firefighters are likely to encounter at a fire are
super-heated air, toxic gases, oxygen deficiency, and smoke
When the water flow alarm sounds, this means
that water is flowing in the system
Which staps on a SCBA should always be tightened first
the lower/waist straps
When inspecting kernmantle rope for damage, one can assume
the rope's core can be damaged without showing evidence of outer sheath damage
What type of carry can be used on a conscious patient
the seat carry
Where is the standpipe connection generally located in a multistory building
the stairwell
Before fire fighters enter a burning building to perform rescue work, they must first consider:
their own safety
It is permissible to use paint on a fire department ladder to do what
to mark the ladder ends for visability
What is convection?
transfer of heat through liquids or gases by circulating currents
Soft sleeve intake hose is used for
transferring water from a hydrant to an apparatus
a pump tank extinguisher rated as 4-A can be expected to extinguish approximately how much more fire as a 2-A rated one
twice
A dutchman is
used when loading hose and has a short fold or reverse fold with a coupling at the point where a fold should occur
Cold temperatures would have the greatest effect on what type of extinguishing agents stored in an extinguisher
water based agent
When advancing a dry hose line up a ladder, FFs should position themselves on the ladder
with no more than one FF per section
Panel, slab, and ledge are all types of _________ doors?
wood swinging
