IFSTA C.O. 2022 Chapters 9-11
Which of the following NFPA® standards may be referenced as a guide for preincident planning? Select one: a. NFPA® 1901 b. NFPA® 1620 c. NFPA® 1500 d. NFPA® 1021
b. NFPA® 1620
The us-them mentality that can separate groups of people within a community is created by: Select one: a. demographic surveys. b. a lack of understanding. c. firefighters. d. outside forces.
b. a lack of understanding.
Which of the following NFPA® 220 construction types is referred to as noncombustible or noncombustible/limited combustible? Select one: a. Type IV b. Type II c. Type III d. Type I
b. Type II
The MOST important consideration inspectors must remember when deciding how to begin fire and life safety inspections is to: Select one: a. start from the lowest level and work their way to the roof. b. ensure each and every compartment within the structure is inspected. c. start from the roof and work their way back down to the lowest level. d. ensure floor plans match previous inspection documentations.
b. ensure each and every compartment within the structure is inspected.
As part of their responsibilities while conducting fire and life safety inspections, company officers must identify: Select one: a. the history of the particular location. b. hazardous conditions that might cause fire or contribute to spread. c. the demographics of the inspection area. d. all former owners/occupants of the structure being inspected.
b. hazardous conditions that might cause fire or contribute to spread.
Standpipe and hose systems are required on each floor of structures greater than: Select one: a. one story. b. eight stories. c. four stories. d. ten stories.
c. four stories.
Demographics are used in public service to determine specific groups within the service area in order to: Select one: a. matintain secrecy. b. enhance public image. c. properly serve their needs. d. ask citizens to leave.
c. properly serve their needs.
Which of the following is determined by how company officers resolve citizen concerns, complaints, and inquiries? Select one: a. Emergency response protocol b. Public education programs c. Diversity of constituents d. Public image
d. Public image
A fire and life safety inspection begins: Select one: a. as the unit leaves the department. b. when the owner/occupant unlocks the front door. c. when the company officer greets the owner. d. as the unit approaches the building or facility.
d. as the unit approaches the building or facility.
Under common law and most statutory law, the existence of an emergency: Select one: a. requires obtaining a warrant to enter private property. b. grants permission to fire and life safety emergency personnel to enact search and seizure. c. necessitates contact with state or national guard systems for assistance. d. constitutes implied permission to enter private property.
d. constitutes implied permission to enter private property.
The purpose of a(an) _____ is to increase the capability of providing detailed information to occupants and/or emergency responders who are on the premises. Select one: a. central station system b. coded remote station system c. auxiliary alarm system d. emergency voice/alarm communications system
d. emergency voice/alarm communications system
Company officers receiving a complaint regarding _____ must know and follow the organization's policy to the letter. Select one: a. public inquiries b. resolutions c. community interactivities d. employee acts or omissions
d. employee acts or omissions
Local jurisdictions often adopt one or more ordinances delegating authority to the _____ for protecting the public from fires and other life safety hazards. Select one: a. company officer b. haz mat technician c. fire marshal d. fire chief
d. fire chief
The NFPA® 704 standard includes the widely recognized method for indicating the presence of _____ at commercial, manufacturing, institutional, or other fixed-storage facilities. Select one: a. portable fire extinguishers b. marking systems c. emergency plans d. hazardous materials
d. hazardous materials
In the absence of a municipal water system, the owner/occupant's elevated water tank on the building's roof is inspected regarding: Select one: a. how well the system is maintained. b. the pump's discharge capacity. c. how visible its pressure gauges are. d. the system's adequacy.
a. how well the system is maintained.
Which of the following is an advantage of a fixed fire-extinguishing system? Select one: a. May decrease need for system support b. May reduce need for interior attack hoselines c. Permits use of hoselines on upper floors and remote areas d. Prompts all alarm-activated doors to close
b. May reduce need for interior attack hoselines
Which of the following factors is MOST likely to be an indication of how owners/occupants feel about a safe work environment? Select one: a. Waste management b. Housekeeping c. Processes d. Storage
b. Housekeeping
Which of the following public fire alarm systems are necessary in jurisdictions with a large call volume to prevent being inundated by fire calls? Select one: a. Type B b. Type A c. Class II d. Class I
b. Type A
According to NFPA® 101 Life Safety Code®, all means of egress must be usable by: Select one: a. children under the age of five. b. a person with a severe mobility impairment. c. fire and emergency services personnel. d. waste management personnel.
b. a person with a severe mobility impairment.
How often do most fire codes require each building or facility to be inspected? Select one: a. Once every two years b. Monthly c. Once a year d. As requested
c. Once a year
The primary concern when conducting a company-level fire and life safety inspection is: Select one: a. Data compilation for reports b. Security of the tools and equipment c. Life safety d. Property conservation
c. Life safety
Which of the following is a term commonly used to refer to Type III construction? Select one: a. Special b. Timber c. Ordinary d. Partial
c. Ordinary
Model building codes provide municipalities and jurisdictions with the ability to: Select one: a. implement a better understanding of diversity. b. enforce annual inspections. c. ensure life safety of building occupants. d. take a reactive approach to fire prevention.
c. ensure life safety of building occupants.
Which of the following BEST describes when the company officer should survey a building? Select one: a. Before the city issues a variance permit b. Once the building is occupied c. One week following completion of construction d. While it's under construction
d. While it's under construction
The two major organizations that develop model building codes including structural, electrical, plumbing, and safety requirements are the: Select one: a. American Insurance Company and National Board of Fire Examiners. b. National Association of Home Builders® and National Institute of Standards and Technology. c. Environmental Protection Agency and Housing and Urban Development. d. National Fire Protection Association® and International Code Council.
d. National Fire Protection Association® and International Code Council.
Which of the following systems is MOST likely to be used to protect commonly owned buildings in a single location such as a college campus or industrial complex? Select one: a. Local alarm systems b. Remote station systems c. Auxiliary alarm systems d. Proprietary systems
d. Proprietary systems
Exit doors must be capable of being opened from the inside with a single motion: Select one: a. next to a public street or alley open to the outside air. b. in occupancies where 50 or more persons gather. c. during a fire and life safety annual inspection. d. without a key or any special knowledge.
d. without a key or any special knowledge.
It is necessary to research the community that the emergency response organization serves in order to determine: Select one: a. the information privately published in almanacs. b. the population's exact composition. c. the sources for demographic data on the national level. d. the appropriate method for dealing with customer concerns.
b. the population's exact composition.
How should fire and emergency services personnel view the diversity of language, cultural customs, and cultural values within their community? Select one: a. As liabilities b. As challenges c. As assets d. As obligations
c. As assets
Which of the following fire extinguishing systems is MOST often used where application of water alone may not be as effective in extinguishing a fire? Select one: a. Halogen b. Dry-pipe c. Wet-pipe d. Foam
d. Foam
Which of the following BEST describes the U.S. and Canadian Safety Color Codes? Select one: a. Used to determine the exact nature of hazardous material found in an occupancy b. Provides clear markings for means of ingress and egress c. Can provide clues to the nature of hazardous materials in buildings and facilities d. Denotes the level of risk associated with a facility's interior finishes
c. Can provide clues to the nature of hazardous materials in buildings and facilities
Which of the following is a major source for demographic data in Canada? Select one: a. Canadian Ministry of Labour b. U.S. Department of Labor c. Canadian Census Bureau d. U.S. Census Bureau
c. Canadian Census Bureau
Which of the following may require a company officer to speak on a citizen's behalf to whomever is empowered to deal with the issue at hand? Select one: a. Public relation events b. Public inquiries c. Complaint resolutions d. Unity of command
c. Complaint resolutions
Which of the following BEST describes why exit drills are conducted? Select one: a. It transmits signals to fire and emergency services organizations at other locations. b. It alerts passersby to a fire so they will report it. c. It familiarizes occupants with exit procedures and routes. d. It alerts occupants to a fire so they will leave the building.
c. It familiarizes occupants with exit procedures and routes.
The OSHA Hazard Communication Standard (HCS) (Subpart Z, Toxic and Hazardous Substances, 29 CFR 1910.1200) requires employers to identify hazards in the workplace, as well as train: Select one: a. responders in identifying and understanding the hazard. b. responders how to recognize those hazards. c. employees how to recognize those hazards. d. employees which specific identification system to use.
c. employees how to recognize those hazards.
The company officer's duty is to use _____ to satisfy a citizen's concern. Select one: a. the jurisdiction's legal department b. community expectations c. every legal and ethical means d. any personal resources
c. every legal and ethical means
According to NFPA® 1021, Level I Fire Officers must _____ in order to perform fire and life safety inspections. Select one: a. adhere to current professional public relations campaigns for enhancing their department's public image b. determine how long the owner has occupied the structure c. know how to inspect and test private fire protection and signaling systems d. know how to effectively use advanced technology
c. know how to inspect and test private fire protection and signaling systems
Information about previous fire and life safety inspections may reveal noncompliance patterns of the ownership that may indicate: Select one: a. consultation of the requirements for the type of occupancy. b. a lack of insurance coverage. c. level of commitment to fire and life safety. d. the need for additional officers to conduct inspections.
c. level of commitment to fire and life safety.
Regardless of the type of system or means of activation, all fire detection/signaling systems must: Select one: a. be labeled with correct product identifier. b. meet ANSI-Z535.1 safety color codes. c. meet NFPA® 72, National Fire Alarm Code®. d. use the International Code Council (ICC) codes.
c. meet NFPA® 72, National Fire Alarm Code®.
A fire extinguisher cabinet placed in a rated wall must have the same fire rating as the: Select one: a. tamper seals. b. flooring material. c. wall assembly. d. extinguishing agent.
c. wall assembly.
When handling public inquiries, company officers must develop the ability to hear what citizens mean as well as: Select one: a. understand where they live and work. b. any ulterior motives they may have. c. what they ask. d. be aware as to why they live in the jurisdiction.
c. what they ask.
After sufficiently preparing for inspections, at what point does a fire inspection begin for the unit conducting the inspection? Select one: a. As the final building phase is completed b. As the unit passes through the door c. As the unit leaves their station d. As the unit approaches the building or facility
d. As the unit approaches the building or facility
Which of the following BEST describes the company officer's role in public relations? Select one: a. Ensure fire and life safety inspections are completed. b. Provide funding commitments to community projects. c. Coordinate community activities. d. Create and maintain a positive public image.
d. Create and maintain a positive public image.
Means of egress are traditionally marked over doors, although additional signs may be placed at floor level in order to permit. Select one: a. smoke to escape the structure. b. access from the front of the structure. c. authorized entry in to private property. d. people who are crawling under smoke to see them.
d. people who are crawling under smoke to see them.
If building code violations are discovered during a preincident survey, the company officer may: Select one: a. collect fines for the violation before completing the survey. b. immediately notify law enforcement. c. fine the owner of the building. d. report the problem to inspection division.
d. report the problem to inspection division.
Dimensions that qualify as heavy timber in NFPA® 220 construction classifications vary but are usually at least _____ in their smallest dimension. Select one: a. 4 inches (100 mm) b. 6 inches (150 mm) c. 10 inches (250 mm) d. 8 inches (200 mm)
d. 8 inches (200 mm)
Which of the following fire extinguishing systems is used MOST often where rapid extinguishment is required but reignition is unlikely? Select one: a. Dry-pipe system b. Wet-pipe system c. Wet chemical systems d. Dry chemical systems
d. Dry chemical systems
Which of the following is one of the first skills company officers need when dealing with irate citizens? Select one: a. Articulation b. Public speaking c. Legal interpretation d. Effective listening
d. Effective listening
Which of the following building components BEST describes what should be included in preincident surveys? Select one: a. Rugs and floor coverings b. Door hardware c. Furniture and accessories d. Electrical systems
d. Electrical systems
Which of the following is created through documentation for every occupancy that the organization inspects? Select one: a. Field sketches b. Code requirements c. Liability limitations d. Inspection history
d. Inspection history
The standard mounting height for a portable fire extinguisher with a gross weight not exceeding 40 pounds (18 kg) is: Select one: a. Top not more than 3 feet (900 mm) above floor. b. Top not more than 2 feet (600 mm) above floor. c. Top not more than 4 feet (1.2 m) above floor. d. Top not more than 5 feet (1.5 m) above floor.
d. Top not more than 5 feet (1.5 m) above floor.
Which of the following must take place in order to authorize entry into private property at any reasonable hour to conduct fire and life safety inspections? Select one: a. An ordinance that grants authority must be adopted by the local governing body. b. Firefighters must demonstrate they have acted in good faith. c. Inspectors must contact law enforcement personnel beforehand. d. Local fire departments must adopt NFPA 101®.
a. An ordinance that grants authority must be adopted by the local governing body.
What is one advantage of drawing field sketches for preincident surveys on graph paper? Select one: a. Makes it easier to transfer to survey drawings b. Eliminates need for photography c. Shows the details of each room d. Eliminates need for survey drawings
a. Makes it easier to transfer to survey drawings
Which of the following is one of the two-fold purposes of fire and life safety inspections? Select one: a. Providing the owner/occupant with safety education and information b. Building rapport with public officials c. Listening to citizens' concerns, inquiries, and complaints d. Forwarding complaints to administration
a. Providing the owner/occupant with safety education and information
When inspecting standpipe and hose systems, water accumulation between the connection and the first fold can indicate that: Select one: a. a valve is partially open or leaking. b. a hose needs to be replaced. c. water pressure is below normal. d. inlets are free of debris.
a. a valve is partially open or leaking.
When diversity and cultural beliefs are considered in public safety education, these programs: Select one: a. have more credibility. b. have less credibility. c. create challenges between service providers and customers. d. eliminate challenges between service providers and customers.
a. have more credibility.
Facility survey equipment may vary depending on an organization's guidelines and: Select one: a. the nature of occupancy to be surveyed. b. federal mandates for preincident surveys. c. demands from the owner. d. availability of required PPE.
a. the nature of occupancy to be surveyed.
Whose responsibility is it to resolve all concerns, comlaints, and inquiries including those involving personnel acts or omissions? Select one: a. All members of the organization b. The company officer c. Supervisors or administrative personnel d. The jurisdiction's legal department
a. All members of the organization
Which of the following are used only in communities with municipal alarm box systems? Select one: a. Auxiliary alarm systems b. Local alarm systems c. Central station systems d. Remote station systems
a. Auxiliary alarm systems
Which of the following are mandatory for all personnel conducting a fire and life safety inspection? Select one: a. Badges and official identification b. Well-groomed appearance c. Coveralls and protective clothing d. Clean, pressed uniforms
a. Badges and official identification
Which of the following would be the BEST source to consult in order to become familiar with the inspection requirements for the particular occupancy class or type? Select one: a. Building and fire codes adopted by the jurisdiction b. History of compliance or noncompliance in similar occupancies c. Building and fire codes adopted at the state level d. Records of previous inspections on similar occupancies
a. Building and fire codes adopted by the jurisdiction
Halogenated agent systems are principally effective on which classes of fires? Select one: a. Class B and Class C b. Class A and Class B c. Class D and Class K d. Class C and Class D
a. Class B and Class C
Which of the following actions should a company officer follow if a violation of a fire and life safety inspection has not been corrected or a halfhearted attempt was made and the hazard still exists? Select one: a. Follow the organization's guidelines regarding how to gain code compliance. b. Schedule an appointment for the next annual inspection. c. Call law enforcement officials to issue necessary citations. d. Thank the occupant and complete the necessary paperwork.
a. Follow the organization's guidelines regarding how to gain code compliance.
Which of the following storage types would MOST likely require in-rack automatic sprinkler systems? Select one: a. High-stack storage b. Low-stack storage c. Roof storage d. Exterior storage
a. High-stack storage
Which of the following factors are defined by the International Building Code® classifications? Select one: a. Materials and fire performance of the building elements of the structure b. Building economics and earthquake performance c. Insurance ratings and occupancy use determination d. Legal and regulatory services to owners/occupants and their insurers
a. Materials and fire performance of the building elements of the structure
Which of the following is the most important life safety item to be inspected during a fire and life safety inspection? Select one: a. Means of egress b. Number of fire extinguishers c. Housekeeping d. Markings
a. Means of egress
A lack of understanding of community diversity can create which of the following challenges? Select one: a. Us-them mentality b. Exploitive mentality c. Bottom-line mentality d. Short-cut mentality
a. Us-them mentality
During a fire and life safety inspection, company personnel must _____ to avoid contaminating clean rooms or other environmentally controlled areas. Select one: a. don special clothing b. set a pattern for inspection requirements c. request reasonable accommodation d. contact the owner/occupant
a. don special clothing
Company officers must be able to use the appropriate method for dealing with customer concerns and complaints: Select one: a. for the goodwill of the organization. b. to create challenges between providers and customers. c. in order to meet a set, minimum number of hours devoted to customer service. d. to confirm the best way to learn is solely through experience.
a. for the goodwill of the organization.
The three contents-hazard classifications of occupancies by NFPA® 5000 and NFPA® 1 are: Select one: a. low, ordinary, and high. b. low, medium, and high. c. slow, moderate, and fast. d. slow, moderate, and extreme.
a. low, ordinary, and high.
An automatic sprinkler wet-pipe system is BEST described as having: Select one: a. piping constantly full of water under pressure. b. open sprinklers attached to piping filled with air. c. piping constantly full of air under pressure. d. open sprinklers attached to piping containing water under pressure.
a. piping constantly full of water under pressure.
NFPA® 220 Type V construction differs from Type IV mainly in: Select one: a. the smaller dimensions of the structural members. b. the use of approved noncombustible building materials. c. the larger dimensions of the structural members. d. the type of wood that is allowed to be classified as Type V.
a. the smaller dimensions of the structural members.
When company officers have questions regarding potential code infractions, they should refer to _____ when inspecting buildings and facilities. Select one: a. their fire prevention division b. the NFPA® directly c. the owners/occupants d. the governing body of the jurisdiction
a. their fire prevention division
When preparing for a fire and life safety inspection, company officers must know the purpose of the inspection, which is: Select one: a. to leave the occupancy safer than before the inspection. b. to demonstrate a commitment to fire and life safety. c. to reveal information on the history of compliance or noncompliance. d. to label points of the occupants' egress from the structure in an emergency.
a. to leave the occupancy safer than before the inspection.
To establish a positive relationship with the community, the company officer must first know: Select one: a. who the external customers are. b. who the internal customers are. c. the credibility of the public information officer. d. how to speak a second language such as Spanish.
a. who the external customers are.
Which of the following BEST explains why stationary fire pumps may be installed in occupancies? Select one: a. To allow occupants to control fire spread b. May be impractical or impossible to maintain water storage for fire protection c. May be used to decrease pressure in fire protection systems d. To conform to NFPA® 17
b. May be impractical or impossible to maintain water storage for fire protection
Which of the following are required of all Canadian Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS) supplier labels? Select one: a. Must ensure seals and tamper indicators are intact b. Must appear on all controlled produts produced in the workplace or transferred to other containers c. Must provide the mission statement of the manufacturer d. Must identify resources available to fire and emergency services responders in the workplace
b. Must appear on all controlled produts produced in the workplace or transferred to other containers
Which of the following locations should be included on a drawing of floor plans when surveying the building's interior? Select one: a. Floor coverings b. Partitions c. Chairs d. Desks
b. Partitions
Which of the following types of facility survey drawings indicates how buildings are situated in relation to other buildings and streets in the area? Select one: a. Elevations b. Plot plans c. Life safety drawings d. Floor plans
b. Plot plans
Which of the following building components BEST describes what should be included in preincident surveys? Select one: a. Door hardware b. Plumbing systems c. Awnings d. Furniture and accessories
b. Plumbing systems
When inspecting or testing fire protection systems, company officers may be required to do which of the following? Select one: a. Reflect the cultural values of the community b. Witness or assist inspections and tests under supervision of a contracted firm c. Persuade others to use fire or life safety behaviors d. Enhance the organization's public image and generate goodwill
b. Witness or assist inspections and tests under supervision of a contracted firm
NFPA® 204 Standard for Smoke and Heat Venting recommends: Select one: a. limiting the use of skylights as a means of ventilation. b. using automatic heat-activated roof vents and draft curtains. c. shifting the responsibility of preincident surveys to municipal workers. d. eliminating all automatic heat-activated roof vents and draft curtains.
b. using automatic heat-activated roof vents and draft curtains.
Which of the following is one of the two-fold purposes of fire and life safety inspections? Select one: a. Forwarding complaints to administration b. Ensuring that fire and life safety code requirements are adhered to within public facilities c. Listening to citizens' concerns, inquiries, and complaints d. Building public relations with the community
b. Ensuring that fire and life safety code requirements are adhered to within public facilities
Which of the following best describes Type I construction in the NAPA® 220 and the International Building Code® classifications? Select one: a. Limited combustible b. Fire-resistive c. Heavy timber d. Ordinary
b. Fire-resistive
Which of the following is the role of company officers in a public relations program? Select one: a. Enforce community ethics b. Maintain a positive public image c. Revise the risk management program d. Implement health and safety program
b. Maintain a positive public image
Which of the following should occur when conducting a closing interview after the inspection has found violations that are immediate threats to life safety? Select one: a. Ask how owners/employees can work in a safe working environment. b. Review, discuss, and correct violations before leaving. c. Research applicable occupancy code requirements. d. Close the facility until all corrections are made.
b. Review, discuss, and correct violations before leaving.
Which of the following are used to increase the pressure in the fire protection system when needed in occupancies where it is impractical or impossible to maintain water storage for fire protection? Select one: a. Elevated water tanks b. Stationary fire pumps c. Private water supplies d. Standpipe systems
b. Stationary fire pumps
Which of the following BEST describes why carbon dioxide fire extinguishing systems are hazardous to anyone in a flooded compartment? Select one: a. The system must have predischarge alarm to warn of impending discharge. b. The system extinguishes fire by excluding oxygen. c. The system must have an emergency manual activation device to discharge agent. d. The system extinguishes fire by excluding carbon dioxide.
b. The system extinguishes fire by excluding oxygen.
Public safety education programs that consider diversity and different cultural beliefs are more likely to: Select one: a. create funding opportunities. b. be effective. c. distract from their mission. d. lose credibility.
b. be effective.
Local jurisdictions often adopt national model building and fire codes and standards through: Select one: a. safety hazards legislation. b. local ordinances. c. risk management plans. d. executive actions.
b. local ordinances.
During a fire and life safety inspection, the inspector should look for any _____, permanent or moveable, that will reduce the width of the original exit passageway. Select one: a. marking b. obstruction c. door swing d. lighting system
b. obstruction
The majority of model code families relating to buildings and fire safety in North America are based on use of the building or structure and: Select one: a. age and condition of the structure. b. occupancy type. c. built-in fire detection and suppression systems. d. construction materials.
b. occupancy type.
The two most common types of Canadian Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS) labels are: Select one: a. supplier and storage. b. supplier and workplace. c. workplace and container. d. workplace and hazard.
b. supplier and workplace.
Which of the following is a duty of the company officer regarding the process of conducting preincident surveys? Select one: a. Issue fines for code violations b. Conduct follow-up code inspection c. Contact the owner/occupant d. Create survey procedure document
c. Contact the owner/occupant
Which of the following BEST describes what a company officer should keep in mind while dealing with the public? Select one: a. Good customer service b. Keeping a manageable span of control c. Proper deployment of NIMS-ICS d. The acronym RECEO-VS
a. Good customer service
OSHA Hazard Communications Standard (HCS) requires employers to do which of the following? Select one: a. Visually inspect every room, space, or compartment b. Compile data for inspection purposes c. Designate a representative to explain processes or activities d. Train employees on how to recognize hazards
D. Train employees on how to recognize hazards
Which of the following BEST describes a disadvantage of automatic sprinkler dry-pipe systems? Select one: a. Can apply water onto a fire faster than wet systems b. Must keep sprinkler heads at a specified temperature c. Delays application of water onto a fire d. Water in the piping is subject to freezing
c. Delays application of water onto a fire
Which of the following is a benefit of good preparation for preincident surveys? Select one: a. Ensures code violations have been corrected b. Eliminates the need for field sketches c. Ensures results will be valuable d. Reduces the number of surveys completed per year
c. Ensures results will be valuable
Unless significant renovations have been performed on a structure, existing structures: Select one: a. will be required to meet OSHA standards. b. must meet all model codes. c. may not be required to meet building code. d. must be inspected prior to resale.
c. may not be required to meet building code.
Which of the following BEST describes what company officers should do when dealing with a citizen complaint that goes beyond the fire department's jurisdiction? Select one: a. Gather information for possible litigation. b. Focus on keeping public image at its highest level. c. Prepare to respond in a friendly, courteous, professional manner. d. Resolve all concerns, complaints, and inquiries quickly.
c. Prepare to respond in a friendly, courteous, professional manner.
