Final Exam 11-1

While assisting with a water rescue, it is recommended that all firefighters operating within _____ of the waters edge wear a Coast Guard approved personal flotation device. A. 10 feet B. 15 feet C. 20 feet D. 25 feet

A. 10 feet

Which is an indicator of possible structural collapse? A. Accumulations of water within the structure B. Type I construction C. The likelihood that the fire was a result of arson D. The number of firefighters required to perform overhaul

A. Accumulations of water within the structure

If a windshield must be removed to gain access, what tool is appropriate? A. An axe B. A spring-loaded center punch C. A screwdriver D. A prybar

A. An axe

Which statement regarding lifting air bags is correct? A. Bags must be on or against a solid base. B. Lift in short blast increments C. The bags need to be protected by placing plywood under and on top of the bags. D. When stacking two bags of different sizes, the larger bag goes on top.

A. Bags must be on or against a solid base.

Which is a gas commonly found in smoky environments? A. Carbon monoxide B. Hydrogen C. Nitrogen D. Oxygen

A. Carbon monoxide

In what condition should the fuel tanks on power tools be left when not in use? A. Full B. Approximately half full C. Almost empty D. Absolutely empty and dry

A. Full

________ glass is hardened glass designed to shatter into small pieces. A. Tempered B. Plastic Coated C. Laminated D. Shock-resistant

A. Tempered

Coordination of a search for victims in a multi-story structure fire is based on a system of priorities. Which is the correct listing of priorities from first to last? A. The area immediately around the fire, and the rest of the fire floor, then the area directly above the fire and the rest of the floor, then all higher level floors from top floor down, to the areas below the fire floor. B. All higher level floors above the fire floor, from top floor down then the area Immediately around the fire and the rest of the fire floor, then areas below the fire floor C. Area below the fire floor first, because that is where victims will retreat to, then the area and floor directly above the fire floor, then the fire area and the rest of the floor, then all remaining upper floors from top down. D. The area and floor immediately above the fire floor, then the fire area and rest of the fire floor, then all higher level floors, then areas below the fire floor

A. The area immediately around the fire, and the rest of the fire floor, then the area directly above the fire and the rest of the floor, then all higher level floors from top floor down, to the areas below the fire floor.

What type of construction has structural members (including walls, columns, beams, floors, and roofs) that are made of noncombustible or limited-combustible materials. A. Type I B. Type Ill C. Type IV D. Type V

A. Type I

National Fire Incident Reporting System information is transmitted to the: A. U.S. Fire Administration. B. Emergency Management. C. Department of Homeland Security. D. National Fire Protection Association

A. U.S. Fire Administration.

A _______ collapse may occur when a heavy load concentrated near the center of a floor causes a collapse. A. V-type B. lean-to C. tunnel D. pancake

A. V-type

In what zone does decontamination take place? A. Warm B. Support C. Control D. Staging

A. Warm

The tracking of personnel working at an incident requires a system that is standardized for every incident to establish: A. accountability. B. chain of command. C. unity of command. D. span of control.

A. accountability.

Atmospheric monitoring is begun during the stabilization process in order to identify: A. any Immediately Dangerous to Life and Health (IDLH) environments. B. any static electrical charge present. C. moisture content of the surrounding air. D. flammable, radioactive, and biological hazards.

A. any Immediately Dangerous to Life and Health (IDLH) environments.

The important difference between Basic 911 and Enhanced 911 is that: A. enhanced systems can significantly shorten response time or enable a dispatcher to handle a greater volume of calls. B. enhanced systems are used only in rural areas. C. basic systems are more reliable than enhanced. D. basic systems have the capability to provide the callers telephone number and address.

A. enhanced systems can significantly shorten response time or enable a dispatcher to handle a greater volume of calls.

When referring to the standard doorpost of a vehicle, the A post is the: A. front post by windshield. B. middle post between front and back seats. C. middle post below the window level. D rear post by back window.

A. front post by windshield.

Protective equipment used during the maintenance of equipment such as saws and generators include: A. gloves. B. bunker gear. C. helmet. D. Nomex hood.

A. gloves.

The basic types of lifting bags are: A. high, medium, and low pressure. B. lift, squeeze, and patch bags. C. large, medium, and small bags. D. air, oxygen, and hydraulic pressures

A. high, medium, and low pressure.

When asked to maintain team integrity, you should always be: A. in physical voice or visual contact with your partner. B. in radio communications with your partner. C. in contact with your partner by department approved lifeline. D. remain in physical or radio contact with your partner.

A. in physical voice or visual contact with your partner.

Conventional glass. A. is not an effective barrier to fire extension . B. is a good barrier to fire extension. C. will not crack due to the heat. D. will contain the fire within that area.

A. is not an effective barrier to fire extension .

National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 1001 addresses firefighter: A. minimum knowledge, skills and abilities. B certification. C. pay and benefits. D. annual training requirements.

A. minimum knowledge, skills and abilities.

To maintain safety while lifting a vehicle using air bags, the rescuers should: A. plan the lifting operation before starting. B. place air bags on the ground with cribbing on top of the air bags. C. lift in short burst increments. D. lift one side of the vehicle and then the other side.

A. plan the lifting operation before starting.

A first arriving unit would assist a technical rescue situation by: A. securing the scene and denying access to others. B. making entry into a confined space to make a rescue. C. performing high-angle rope rescue. D. donning Level A suit.

A. securing the scene and denying access to others.

The process of erecting materials such as wood panels, timber, or jacks to strengthen a wall or prevent further collapse is known as: A. shoring. B. cribbing. C. packing. D. supporting.

A. shoring.

The primary hazard for firefighters during a vehicle extrication is: A. traffic. B. fire. C. electrical. D. bloodborne pathogens.

A. traffic.

An important thing to be done on an industrial extrication is to: A. turn off the power to the machinery involved in the situation B. remove the patient immediately. C. call for a surgeon as amputation is usually required. D. ventilate the area with oxygen.

A. turn off the power to the machinery involved in the situation

When using pneumatic airbags to perform a lift, one should never stack more than bags. A. two B. three C. four D. five

A. two

Propane has a vapor density of approximately: A. 0.15 B. 1.5 C. 0.6 D. 2.6

B. 1.5

Which is one of the three common systems for water system distribution? A. Artesian B. Direct pumping C. Potable D. Aquafer

B. Direct pumping

Which gas is commonly found in smoky conditions? A. Carbon fluoride B. Hydrogen cyanide C. Chloride D. Oxygen

B. Hydrogen cyanide

Which statement concerning fire department radio communications is correct? A. Most fire departments use ten-codes for radio communications. B. Most fire departments use clear speech/plain English for radio communications. C. Radio communications are not automatically recorded. D. Ten-codes are never problematic during multi-jurisdictional operations.

B. Most fire departments use clear speech/plain English for radio communications.

_________ jacks can be dangerous because they are the least stable. A. Hydraulic B. Ratchet-lever C. Air D. Bar screw

B. Ratchet-lever

Which type of saw would most likely be used during vehicle extrication? A. Keyhole B. Reciprocating C. Chain D. Circular

B. Reciprocating

Directions: Read the following statements regarding electric power sources and select the correct answer from choices A-0. Statement 1: If a fire buildings electrical service has been interrupted, power can be supplied by either a portable generator or from an apparatus. Statement 2: Inverters convert 12-volt DC from a vehicles electrical system to 110-volt AC power. Statement 3: An inverter can provide an unlimited amount of AC current. A. Statement 1 is true; statements 2 and 3 are false. B. Statements 1 and 2 are true; statement 3 is false. C. Statement 1 is false; statements 2 and 3 are true. D. All three statements are true.

B. Statements 1 and 2 are true; statement 3 is false.

Directions: Read the following statements regarding masonry as a construction material and select your answer form choices A through D. Statement 1: Masonry applies to brick, block and stone. Statement 2: Masonry is inherently resistive to the effects of fire. Statement 3: All masonry walls are fire walls. A. Statement 1 is true; statements 2 and 3 are false. B. Statements 1 and 2 are true; statement 3 is false. C. Statement 1 is false; statements 2 and 3 are true. D. All three statements are true.

B. Statements 1 and 2 are true; statement 3 is false.

Directions: Read the following statements regarding the removal of window glass during victim extrication and select the correct answer from choices A-0. Statement 1: Removing window glass should not be performed unless proper personal protective equipment (PPE) is worn. Statement 2: Tempered glass windows can be broken with a spring-loaded center punch, a pickhead axe or screwdriver. Statement 3: Breaking windows is a relatively simple procedure because the glass is laminated. A. Statement 1 is true; statements 2 and 3 are false. B. Statements 1 and 2 are true; statement 3 is false. C. Statements 1 and 2 are false; statement 3 is true. D. All three statements are correct.

B. Statements 1 and 2 are true; statement 3 is false.

Structure members that are of noncombustible materials but may not have Fire resistive protection are identified as: A. Type I B. Type II C. Type Ill D. Type IV

B. Type II

A report that is made to the Incident Commander signifying that companies working in the hazard zone are safe and accounted for is called: A. the all clear signal. B. a personnel accountability report. C. loss is stopped. D. a status report.

B. a personnel accountability report.

Regarding special rescue incidents, cold zone best describes the: A. entry and Haz Mat teams. B. command post and vehicle staging. C. public and the media. D. crews working in Level A protective suits.

B. command post and vehicle staging.

An area or space that is not designed for continuous occupancy and has limited openings for entering and exiting is known as a: A. trench environment. B. confined space. C. collapse zone. D. water tight vessel.

B. confined space.

A procedure is a(n): A. guide to thinking. B. detailed guide to action. C. guide to decision making. D. interpretation.

B. detailed guide to action.

As more companies arrive at an escalating incident, one reason the command structure must expand is to: A. employ the arriving officers. B. maintain span of control. C. allow unity of command. D. counter the formation of sectors.

B. maintain span of control.

When referring to the standard doorpost of a vehicle, the B post is the: A. front post by windshield. B. middle post between front and back seats. C. middle post below the window level. D. rear post by back window.

B. middle post between front and back seats.

The most common methods of establishing the control zones for an emergency incident site is: A. stationing firefighters along a perimeter. B. the use of police or fire line tape. C. stationing police along a perimeter. D. police-style pedestrian traffic barricades .

B. the use of police or fire line tape.

Situation status/progress reports should include the: A. number of units in staging. B. transfer of command. C. change of Finance/Administration section command. D. number of personnel in rehabilitation.

B. transfer of command.

A modern building construction feature that can present a serious hazard to firefighters when exposed to heat and fire is the use of: A. noncombustible materials. B. trusses. C. curtain walls. D. nonbearing walls.

B. trusses.

What type of building construction is made up of solid heavy timber or laminated wood? A. Type I B. Type II C. Type IV D. Type V

C. Type IV

When establishing a collapse zone around a building, the minimum distance should be: A. the height of the building. B. dependent on buildings construction type. C. 1-1/2 times the height of the building. D. 3 times the height of the building.

C. 1-1/2 times the height of the building.

Propane is approximately than air. A. 1.5 times lighter B. 2 times lighter C. 1.5 times heavier D. .5 times heavier

C. 1.5 times heavier

Situation status/progress reports should be made ten minutes into the incident and at ______ minute intervals thereafter until the incident is under control. A. 5-10 B. 25-30 C. 10-20 D. exactly 30

C. 10-20

Which is a hazard associated with truss construction? A. Trusses are constructed with a large margin of safety. B. Sounding a truss floor or roof in a fire situation always results in a spongy diagnosis. C. A failure at one point in a truss can produce a failure in the entire truss. D. Trusses are engineered to work with the least amount of wood or steel needed to support a given weight.

C. A failure at one point in a truss can produce a failure in the entire truss.

If step chocks are not available or not in the correct size, how can vertical movement stabilization be achieved on an accident vehicle that ended up on its wheels? A. One res.cue lift airbag located on each side of the vehicle B. Cribbing in front and back of wheels C. Box cribs of proper height constructed on each side toward the front and rear of the vehicle. D. Two sets of wedges placed one upon the other.

C. Box cribs of proper height constructed on each side toward the front and rear of the vehicle.

What is designed primarily for straight pushing operations? A. Spreaders B. Shears C. Extension rams D. Struts

C. Extension rams

Fire departments that operate radio equipment must hold radio licenses from the: A. Federal Central Communications. B. National Emergency Broadcasting. C. Federal Communications Commission. D. National Radio Communications.

C. Federal Communications Commission.

Which statement regarding fire reports is correct? A. From a legal standpoint, fire reports are a minor part of the emergency process. B. Fire reports are not considered to be public records. C. Fire reports may be viewed by the public. D. Fire reports may not be viewed by an attorney.

C. Fire reports may be viewed by the public.

Which is true regarding power equipment? A. Firefighters should quickly repair broken extrication equipment once back at the station. B. Routine inspection of all equipment is not necessary. C. Inspect and document all preventive maintenance on equipment. D. Fuels should not be stored with stabilizing solutions as they will float on the fuel.

C. Inspect and document all preventive maintenance on equipment.

Directions: Read the following statements regarding glass used in buildings, and select the correct answer from choices A through D. Statement 1: Glass is increasingly used for structural support in modern buildings. Statement 2: Wire reinforced glass is frequently used in fire doors and windows. Statement 3: Conventional glass is not an effective barrier to fire extension. A. Statement 1 is true; statements 2 and 3 are false. B. Statement 2 is true; statements 1 and 3 are false. C. Statement 1 is false; statements 2 and 3 are true. D. All three statements are true.

C. Statement 1 is false; statements 2 and 3 are true.

Directions: Read the following statements regarding the removal of windshields and select the correct answer from choices A through D. Statement 1: Windshields cannot be broken with a spring-loaded center punch. Statement 2: Windshields are constructed of tempered glass. Statement 3: Windshield removal is an essential step for removing the roof of the vehicle. A. Statement 1 is true; statements 2 and 3 are false. B. Statement 1 is false; statements 2 and 3 are true. C. Statements 1 and 3 are true; statement 2 is false. D. All three statements are true.

C. Statements 1 and 3 are true; statement 2 is false

Directions: Read the following statements regarding inverters and select the correct answer from choices A through D. Statement 1: Inverters are usually used to power one or two lights mounted directly on the apparatus . Statement 2: Most power inverters produce enough power to run high intensity lighting equipment, large power tools and ventilation fans. Statement 3: Connecting devices that draw too much current to an Inverter can seriously damage it. A. Statement 1 is true; statements 2 and 3 are false. B. Statement 1 is false; statements 2 and 3 are true. C. Statements 1 and 3 are true; statement 2 is false. D. All three statements are true

C. Statements 1 and 3 are true; statement 2 is false.

Which tool would you use at a confined space rescue incident? A. Cutting torch B. Cribbing C. Supplied air respirator D. Air chisel

C. Supplied air respirator

What type of glass is the rear window of most vehicles? A. Laminated B. Insulated C. Tempered D. Plastic

C. Tempered

What guide should be used when cleaning power tools? A. The applicable National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) standard B. The American National Standards Institute (ANSI) guides on tool maintenance C. The manufacturers instructions D. Common sense and a thorough job

C. The manufacturers instructions

Which are times or events when the Incident Commander may call for a Personnel Accountability Report (PAR)? A. Initial size-up is completed B. The incident commander leaves the scene C. There is a change in strategy D. There is a request for additional resources

C. There is a change in strategy

Which rescue situation would require the use of shoring? A. Vehicle extrication B. High angle rescue C. Trench rescue D. Air chisel

C. Trench rescue

Construction featuring exterior walls and structural members that are noncombustible or of limited combustible materials without additional fire-resistant protection is construction. A. Type I B. Type II C. Type Ill D. Type V

C. Type Ill

A Rapid Intervention Crew/Team is defined as: A. any combination of single resources assembled for an assignment. B. the designation for a set number of resources of the same type and kind. C. a company designated to search for and rescue trapped firefighters. D. a designated group that is used for rapid knock down of wildland fires.

C. a company designated to search for and rescue trapped firefighters.

If rescuers are able to get into a vehicle, their first action should be to: A. begin extrication B. place a backboard. C. assess/protect the victim(s). D. remove the broken glass.

C. assess/protect the victim(s).

Division of labor: A. outlines how things are to be done, and usually how far a person can go without requesting further guidance. B. relates to the number of people one person can supervise effectively. C. assigns a task to an individual to make that person responsible for completing the task. D. is the idea that each firefighter answers to only one supervisor.

C. assigns a task to an individual to make that person responsible for completing the task.

A type of wood framing that has vertical channels going from floor to floor allowing a fire to travel uninterrupted is frame construction. A. platform B. open C. balloon D. box

C. balloon

When cribbing is used for vehicle stabilization, a formation is most often used to support and stabilize vehicles. A. wedging B. pyramid C. box D. straight back

C. box

A Class K system is used for: A. metal rims. B. flammable solids. C. cooking oils. D. electrical boxes.

C. cooking oils.

Vehicles on their wheels are the best stabilized by using: A. step blocks. B. high pressure air bags. C. cribbing or chocks in front and back of the wheels . D. wedges.

C. cribbing or chocks in front and back of the wheels

If firefighters inside a building believe that the collapse of a building is imminent, the first action that should be taken is to: A. initiate an aggressive defensive attack. B. have the safety officer inspect the building. C. evacuate personnel within the building. D. try to extinguish the fire before leaving.

C. evacuate personnel within the building.

Fire walls: A. add little to fire protection or limit fire extension. B. are typically made of light wood truss system. C. may divide large structures into smaller portions. D. can be veneer walls.

C. may divide large structures into smaller portions.

Outlets are installed with ground fault interrupters when there is a chance of: A. power surges. B. tampering by children. C. moisture. D. natural gas.

C. moisture.

Fire reports: A. are considered public records under the Buckley Act. B. must be written in common fire service terminology. C. must be complete, clear, and concise. D. if inaccurate or incomplete, can have short-term negative consequences for the organization.

C. must be complete, clear, and concise.

As lead of an interior fire crew, you notice a sudden change in fire conditions, after ensuring the safety of your crew. The next thing you should do is: A. contact and give the safety officer an update on interior conditions. B. order your crew to exit the building. C. notify the Incident Commander of changes you observed. D. call for personnel accountability report on all interior crews.

C. notify the Incident Commander of changes you observed.

A roof that is elevated in the center with an angular slope to the edges is called a _____ roof. A. butterfly B. dome C. pitched D. double-angle

C. pitched

The arrival report: A. should be lengthy and thorough. B. can be delayed until the fire has been contained. C. should establish who is in command. D. should be provided after water supply has been established.

C. should establish who is in command.

Placing apparatus at an angle to the crash site is: A. because this position presents the widest profile of flashing lights to oncoming traffic. B. because then the pump operator can see through the walkway. C. so that if it is struck from behind by an oncoming vehicle, it will be pushed off to the side. D. so that it will present the largest possible barrier profile to outbound traffic.

C. so that if it is struck from behind by an oncoming vehicle, it will be pushed off to the side.

A facility in which there is a high potential for life or property loss from a fire is called a _________ hazard. A. special B. assembly C. target D. industrial

C. target

One thing common to all types of trusses is that if one member fails: A. only that member will fail. B. the truss next to it will keep it from failing completely . C. the entire truss is likely to fail. D. it is unlikely to have a total collapse.

C. the entire truss is likely to fail.

When making a large opening in a wall, a ____ shape should be cut to help maintain structural integrity. A. square B. circle C. triangular D. rectangle

C. triangular

Combustibility is best described as: A. how much a material will elongate when heated. B. bending, buckling or melting. C. whether or not a material will burn. D. the speed at which heat flows through a material.

C. whether or not a material will burn.

Directions: Read the following statements regarding fire hydrants and select the correct answer from choices A through D. Statement 1: The first factors to check when inspecting hydrants are visibility and accessibility. Statement 2: Hydrants should be installed at an appropriate height above the ground. Statement 3: A properly draining hydrant will create suction against a hand placed over the outlet opening. A. Statement 1 is true; statements 2 and 3 are false. B. Statements 1 and 2 are true; statement 3 is false. C. Statement 1 is false; statements 2 and 3 are true. D. All three statements are true.

D. All three statements are true.

Directions: Read the following statements regarding maintenance of power tools and equipment, and select the correct answer from choices A-D. Statement 1: Power tools and equipment should be cleaned and maintained according to manufacturer and departmental guidelines. Statement 2: Proper records must be kept to track maintenance, repairs and any warranty work that is performed. Statement 3: Ready state means the tool or piece of equipment is in proper working order, in its proper place, and ready for immediate use. A. Statement 1 is true; statements 2 and 3 are false. B. Statements 1 and 2 are true; statement 3 is false. C. Statement 1 is false; statements 2 and 3 are true. D. All three statements are true.

D. All three statements are true.

Which is known as the full body rescue harness? A. Class I B. Class I-A C. Class II D. Class Ill

D. Class Ill

Which are dangerous building conditions? A. Sprinkler pipes hanging from wood trusses B. Slate shingles C. Masonry block walls D. Combustible materials in a furniture store

D. Combustible materials in a furniture store

The forcible entry tools known as the irons are the: A. crow bar and a sledgehammer. B. pryaxe and a maul. C. pickhead axe and an adz tool. D. Halligan tool and a flat-head axe.

D. Halligan tool and a flat-head axe.

Regarding technical rescue terms, confined space is most associated with which hazard? A. Vibration causing secondary collapse B. Strong water current C. Escaping natural or propane gas D. Immediately dangerous to life and health (IDLH) atmosphere

D. Immediately dangerous to life and health (IDLH) atmosphere

Which is a basic type of powered hydraulic tool used in rescue incidents: A. Strut B. Hux bar C. Extension adze D. Spreader

D. Spreader

When placing an air bag on a box crib, the layer of cribbing in contact with the bag should be: A. half the normal size of the box crib. B. perpendicular to the bag. C. cribbing spaced at even distances apart. D. a solid layer of cribbing

D. a solid layer of cribbing

Risk-benefit analysis is: A. a collection of documents that includes all Federally promulgated regulations. B. a formal gathering of incident responders to help defuse and address stress. C. the process of maximizing the chance, degree, or probability of damage, loss, or injury. D. a weighing of positive results that can be achieved against the probability and severity of potential negative consequences.

D. a weighing of positive results that can be achieved against the probability and severity of potential negative consequences.

The ______ system can significantly shorten response time or enable a dispatcher to handle a greater volume of calls. A. voice recording B. radio logging C. wireless fax D. computer-aided dispatch

D. computer-aided dispatch

A(n) ______ is designed to prevent the spread of fire within a structure or between adjacent structures. A. stop B. partition C. truss D. fire wall

D. fire wall

Lighting equipment can be divided into two categories: A. inverters and generators. B. emergency and nonemergency . C. auxiliary and installed. D. fixed and portable.

D. fixed and portable.

Under normal conditions, only a(n) ______ may order multiple alarms or additional resources for large-scale incidents. A. logistics officer B. planning officer C. safety operations officer D. incident commander

D. incident commander

All records and reports generated by the fire department are: A. notations and, therefore, do not require accurate narrative information. B. exempt from legal challenges. C. private and protected under the Freedom of Information Act. D. legal documents and must be completed thoroughly.

D. legal documents and must be completed thoroughly.

Spalling of concrete could lead to early collapse in Type I buildings because: A. loss of moisture in concrete reduces its fire rating. B. the added weight of broken pieces may cause overload. C. it could create void spaces. D. reinforcing steel is exposed to the heat of the fire.

D. reinforcing steel is exposed to the heat of the fire.

The two most common ways the incident commander orders firefighters to evacuate a structure are to broadcast a radio message and: A. page all firefighters to respond. B. implement an accountability system. C. contact dispatch to activate PASS device. D. sound an audible warning.

D. sound an audible warning.