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  1. 1The fire service uses an organizational structure based on rankTrue
  2. 2Staff personnel deliver emergency services directly to external customersFalse
  3. 3Guide to decision making in an organizationPolicy
  4. 4Set of principles developed through consensusStandard
  5. 5Detailed plan of step-by step action for conducting policyProcedure
  6. 6Collection of rules enacted by law in a particular jurisdictionCode
  7. 7Which of the following fire services trends of change means that fire departments must provide some type of first responder care?Emergency Medical Services
  8. 8Which cultural strength within the fire service means a firefighter's behavior should involve right or just behavior with an emphasis on trust?Moral Character
  9. 9Many fire departments take the ______ approach by providing a variety of services to their communities?All Hazards
  10. 10The layers in the fire service organizational pyramid are composed of whatPersonnel assigned by rank and duty
  11. 11What is the primary duty of firefighter 1 level personnel?Perform assigned tasks under supervision of a firefighter 2 or a company officer
  12. 12Which position in the fire service is responsible for supervising a fire company?Fire Department Officer
  13. 13What is the first step to locating information in your departments regulations?Ask your supervisor
  14. 14Which of the following organizations that interact with the fire service can be helpful in alerting the public in large-scale evacuations?Media
  15. 15The risk management model developed by the Pheonix (AZ) fire department is focused on behaviors that support a safety first mindsetTrue
  16. 16Effective safety and health programs depend only on participation from department administratorsFalse
  17. 17Firefighters should never stand on or in a moving apparatus, no exceptionsFalse
  18. 18One way to help minimize risk at an emergency is to work individually as each firefighter sees fit.False
  19. 19Which of the following is an individuals responsibility in the prevention of respiratory diseases?Wear appropriate level of respiratory protection.
  20. 20Which of the following is the most comprehensive standard relating to fire fighter safety and health?NFPA 1500
  21. 21Occupational safety and health administration (OSHA) regulations relate tofederal and private sector employees who fight fires
  22. 22Which of the following typically causes back injuries and strains associated with fire stations and facilities?Improper lifting
  23. 23Which of the following is the best way to practice safety with tools and equipment?Select appropriate tool for the job
  24. 24When is a collapse zone established?When a defensive strategy is adopted
  25. 25Which of the following personnel accountability systems requires the accountability officer to record an expected exit time?SCBA tag system
  26. 26The public answering point (PSAP) is a category of?Telecommunication Systems
  27. 27What percentage of the US has access to the 911 system?96%
  28. 28The public information officer (PIO) is the contact person for?Non emergency or complaint calls
  29. 29Which of the following is a responsibility when monitoring a fire stations watch room or booth?Notifying crew members of telephone calls
  30. 30Assigned units should confirm receipt of dispatch information according to local protocol after:Dispatch Transmission
  31. 31internal communications involve transmissions between incident commander and:units at the emergency scene
  32. 32Which of the following best describes the part of a mobile radio system usually located in the cab within reach of the driver/operatorReceiver and a trasmitter
  33. 33Most fire departments have a _____ assigned for dispatchingChannel
  34. 34Which of the following best describes what first happens when a radio is turned on in a trunked radio system?The system controller is notified
  35. 35Which of the following is a feature that sends an alert signal to an agency's dispatch center?Dynamic Regrouping
  36. 36Vehicle engines, electric motors, and computers all fall into which category of radio limitations?interference
  37. 37When using a microphone, good practice is to:key the microphone and wait a second for a signal to capture an antenna
  38. 38Size and moisture content affect how wood reacts to fireTrue
  39. 39Heated gypsum may crack and shatter when struck by a cold fire streamFalse
  40. 40Buildings are composed of the same components, all of which can prevent or contribute to fire growth.True
  41. 41Which of the following common building materials performs well under fire conditions but can lose strength through spalling?Reinforced concrete
  42. 42Which of the folloing construction types is considered to be the most collapse resistantType 1
  43. 43Atmosphere-supplying respirators (ASRs) only filter particulates out of ambient airFalse
  44. 44Air-Purifying respirators (APRs) are classified in three categories of filter degradation: N, R and PTrue
  45. 45SCBA checks should be performed only once a weekFalse
  46. 46The inspection period for protective breathing apparatus is established by NFPA 1852True
  47. 47Empty SCBA cylinders should be kept with full sylindersFalse
  48. 48SCBA air supply duration depends only on physical conditionFalse
  49. 49Which of the following types of protective clothing is designed to prevent heat transfer from fire to the body?Structural Fire Fighting
  50. 50Which of the types of special protective clothing may be dual certified for emergency medical use?Technical Rescue
  51. 51Which of the NFPA definied types of cleaning does not require removal from service?Routine
  52. 52Which of the following respiratory hazards is most commonly caused by combustionOxygen Deficiency
  53. 53Which of the following respiratory hazards targets the heart and the brain?Hydrogen Cyanide
  54. 54Which of the following wearer limitations for respiratory protection requires the user to have the ability to overcome stress and fear?Psychological limitations
  55. 55Which of the following equipment limitations of respiratory protection can result in minor leaks?Poor condition of apparatus
  56. 56Which of the following safety precautions taken when refilling SCBA prevents it from overheating?Fill cylinder slowly
  57. 57Which of the following is a non emergency exit indicatorNecessary to replace air cylinder
  58. 58Which of the following is an emergency exit indicator?SCBA Failure
  59. 59Which of the following non emergency exit techniques requires using the same path to exit an IDLH environment as to enter?Egress paths
  60. 60there is no standard that regulates requirements for life safety ropeFalse
  61. 61Synthetic rope is resistant to mildew, mold and rottingTrue
  62. 62ONly life safety rope must be inspected after each use?False
  63. 63There are two parts of rope used when tying a knotFalse
  64. 64Which of the following types of rope construction is used for life safety rope?Kernmantle rope
  65. 65Which of the following BEST describes what could happen id a rope is subjected to a sustained load for more than two days?Rope may break well below the rated load limit
  66. 66What type of webbing is best suited for use as a part of a search line systemUtility Webbing
  67. 67A tighter bend in a knot leads tomore strength lost in the knot
  68. 68which type of knot is used as a safety measure when tying other knots?overhand safety
  69. 69the load ability of a ropemust exceed weight of object hoisted
  70. 70Which of the following is BEST to use when creating a mechanical advantage for hoisting?Pulley
  71. 71Fire fighters use knowledge of building floor plan to conduct effective structural searchesTrue
  72. 72Ultimate responsibility for size-up rests with the first arriving officer on-scene?False
  73. 73If there is a possibility of extreme fire behavior, a Fire fighter should not attempt entry until coordinated fire control and ventilation is implementedTrue
  74. 74To exit a building, turn in the same direction you entered a roomFalse
  75. 75Before entryinto an immediately dangerous to life and health area, fire fighters should be aware of alternate means of egressTrue
  76. 76During the primary search, firefighters check both known and likely locations of victims and fire conditionsTrue
  77. 77Most occupants will need assistance when evacuating a structureFalse
  78. 78Escape is the best option when a firefighter has completely exhausted air supply?True
  79. 79After a MAYDAY transmission, the rescue intervention team (RIC) should first gather needed equipmentFalse
  80. 80After locating the downed firefighter, the first priority of the RIC team is usually stabilize injuriesFalse
  81. 81Which of the following situational awareness clues alert firefighters to the possibility a building may be occupied?Vehicles in the driveway
  82. 82Which of the following is the BEST way to perform a quick visual survey of conditions while on the fire floorGet low to the floor
  83. 83Which of the following victim removal methods is common in both hospitals and correctional facilitiesShelter in place
  84. 84Which of the following is the most important survival technique for firefighters?Avoid potential hazards
  85. 85Which of the following MAYDAY situations is most common when a structure has been on fire for an extended period of time or while it is under construction?Collapse/Trapped
  86. 86Which of the following survival actions is best used in order to buy more time to escape?Seek safe haven
  87. 87Vehicle mounted generators produce more power than portable unitsTrue
  88. 88Fixed lights are used to light remote areas of the incidentFalse
  89. 89Only junction boxes and adapters are required to be waterproof; other auxiliary electrical equipment may not need to beFalse
  90. 90Which of the following is the most common power source used by emergency services personnelElectrical generators
  91. 91Which of the following best describes the limitations of electrical cables and extension cords?They should only be used with equipment whose power demands do not exceed capacity.
  92. 92Security barriers block escape routes for both fire fighters and occupantsTrue
  93. 93Non traditional types of locks provide a higher level of securityTrue
  94. 94The pumping mechanism for hydraulic prying tools can only be poweredFalse
  95. 95No single forcible entry tool handles all situationsTrue
  96. 96Cutting around a lock is another way to open a resisting doorTrue
  97. 97Interior pocket doors can be forced with the same technique used for sliding doorsFalse
  98. 98The best entry point into a burning building is to force entry through windows.False
  99. 99Interior walls are more difficult to breach than exterior wallsFalse
  100. 100Gates should be pried or cut when forcing entry to cause less damageFalse
  101. 101Which of the following may have a key pad, card reader, or fingerprint activated screen?Electronic keyless or digital locks
  102. 102which of the following should be done to prevent injury when using a saw?Maintain situational awareness
  103. 103Which of the following is most accurate about the care and maintenance of forcible entry tools?Report damage to tools according to department procedures
  104. 104When performing forcible entry to open a door begin withminimum damage and proceed to maximum damage
  105. 105which of the following is the term used for two boards connected with long carriage bolts?Strongbacks
  106. 106Which of the following makes faster, rougher cuts when breaching a floor?Chain Saw
  107. 107A barbed wired fence should be cut with a (an)bolt cutter
  108. 108To ensure safety, an axe or prying tool should be carried with the blade, pointed or sharp edges ____ from the bodyAway
  109. 109Carry a pike pole or hook with the tool head ____ to ensure safety when outside a structuredown
  110. 110When carrying a striking tool, keep the head of the tool ____ to the groundclose
  111. 111To ensure safety, carry a power tool with blade forward and ____ the groundToward
  112. 112The halyard and pulleys are components of an extension ladderTrue
  113. 113The ladder tip is secured and the foot anchored only during training, when the ladder may be used for repeated exercisesFalse
  114. 114An easy way to determine the proper distance between the ladder butt and the building is to divide the working length of the ladder by fourTrue
  115. 115To climb a ladder smoothly, the right hand and foot move together then the left hand and footFalse
  116. 116Ladders constructed of ____ retain strength when exposed to heat and have better resistance to bouncing when climbedWood
  117. 117What is the purpose of the ladder positioning label?Indicate the proper climbing angle.
  118. 118Which is the best procedure to follow when an inspection reveals possible deterioration of componentsRemove the ladder from service until it can be service tested
  119. 119what is the max number of firefighters that can use a ladder without overloading?one firefighter every 10ft (3m)
  120. 120Which of the following best describes means of escape required when personnel are working on a roof or upper storyat least two ladders at remote locations from one another
  121. 121to prevent personal injuries, ladders should be lifted and lowered using which group of musclesLegs
  122. 122How many firefighters should be used to raise ladders of 35ft or longerthree
  123. 123heeling and tying in are two methods ofpreventing the ladder from moving away from the building
  124. 124Which of the following can secure a firefighter to the ladder while performing work?Ladder belt, leg lock
  125. 125Which of the following is the best placement for a ladder intended to be used for rescue through a narrow window.Ladder tip raised to just below sill
  126. 126Tactical ventilation should only be performed when the fire attack hoselines and teams are in place and ready to advance toward the fire.True
  127. 127The two general types of tactical ventilation used for structure fires are horizontal and verticalTrue
  128. 128The triangle cut ventilation hole provides the least reliable information of conditions beneath the roofFalse
  129. 129A trench cut is used to create a fire break that increases the spread of fire in a common attic structures or large structuresFalse
  130. 130Restoring the HVAC system to operation after a fire is the responsibility of the building engineer or maintenance superintendentTrue
  131. 131Smoke control systems usually have a system diagram in the same location as the control panel, indicating where the alarm originatedTrue
  132. 132Air flow is the movement of air toward burning fuel andmovement of smoke out of the compartment
  133. 133For vertical ventilation to be effective, a horizontal inlet opening at or below the level of the fire is needed to provide a flow path for:for fresh air to enter the structure
  134. 134mechanical ventilation methods using fans, blowers, and smoke ejectors can be applied to horizontal and vertical ventilation, but is most often used forhorizontal ventilation
  135. 135when conditions are appropriate, natural horizontal ventilation operations should work with existing atmospheric conditions, taking advantage ofnatural air flow
  136. 136which mechanical ventilation methods uses higher pressure inside a building to force smoke through opening to the lower pressure area outside?Positive pressure ventilation
  137. 137Positive pressure ventilation is applied to a building at ground level through the use of one or moreBlowers
  138. 138Which of the following actions should firefighters do to determine the difference in feel of supported areas of a roofsound the roof
  139. 139roofs that may fail early in a fire and are extremely dangerous to work under roofs supported bylightweight or engineered trusses
  140. 140HVAC equipment in windowless buildings may cause spread of smoke, heat and fire unless specificallydesigned for this purpose
  141. 141two or more primary feeders should run from the source of the water supply to high risk and industrial districts along separate routesTrue
  142. 142fire hydrant locations are generally determined by fire personnelFalse
  143. 143Dry Barrel hydrants are designed to have water inside them at all times.False
  144. 144Isolation and control valves are usually constructed ofBrass
  145. 145Which of the following is a hydrant that receives water from only one directionDead-End Hydrant
  146. 146Standard three way fire hydrants require a ___-inch (mm) valve opening5 (125)
  147. 147Floating strainers can draft water from sources as shallow as24in (600mm)
  148. 148Hose size refers to the external diameter of the hoseFalse
  149. 149A hose clamp should be applied approximately 5 ft (1.5m) from the coupling on the supply side.True
  150. 150NFPA 1901 lists the minimum quantity of hose to be carried on a standard pumper or engineTrue
  151. 151In a forward lay, the first coupling off the hose bed should be malefalse
  152. 152When advancing hose up and down a stairway, the hose should be uncharged when conditions allowTrue
  153. 153which type of hose requires the most care in cleaningWoven jacket hose
  154. 154Which of the following items allow the number of hoselines operating on the fire ground to be increased or decreasedValve Devices
  155. 155Which of the following statements is an advantage of the accordion load?Firefighters can easily pick up a number of folds and place on one shoulder to carry hose from bed
  156. 156Which preconnected hose load is designed to be pulled by one person and must be completely removed from the bed before deploying the nozzle endTriple Layer load
  157. 157Which type of hose lay is the most expedient if the apparatus must stay at the water sourceReverse Lay
  158. 158When deploying preconnected hoselines, which load should result in the hoseline deploying with fewer kinks and bendsMinuteman Load
  159. 159The primary way water extinguishes fire is by excluding oxygen from the fuelFalse
  160. 160to prevent water hammer, valves, nozzles and hydrants should be closed slowlyTrue
  161. 161Rotary control valves control both the water flow and the discharge pattern of a fire streamTrue
  162. 162Nozzles should be stored with the control valve bale in the open positionFalse
  163. 163The energy required to change a liquid into a vapor isLatent heat of vaporization
  164. 164which of the following statements about fire streams is most accurate?Water broken into small droplets absorbs heat more rapidly
  165. 165Friction loss may be overcome byadding additional parallel hoselines
  166. 166which of the following fire streams is upplied by 1.5 and 3in (38mm to 77mm) hose, and discharges from 40 to 350 gpmHandline stream
  167. 167Which of the following fire stream patterns has the ability to reach areas other streams might not reachStraight Stream
  168. 168Which of the following statements about fog streams is most accurateFog streams may be used to cool the hot fire gas layer
  169. 169Which type of nozzle can be adjusted, resulting in different patternsFog
  170. 170Which type of nozzle can be used to effectively control fires in concealed spacesPiercing
  171. 171The type of nozzle control valve that seats a movable cylinder against a shaped cone to turn off the flow of water is the:slide valve
  172. 172When operating a handline, a firefighter should open the control valve slowly tobetter control nozzle reaction
  173. 173The philosophy of loss control describes activities performed before, during, and after a fire incident to minimize losses to propertyTrue
  174. 174Allowing carbon and ash stains to dry on canvas salvage covers may cause the canvas to rotTrue
  175. 175Synthetic salvage covers require as much maintenance as canvas coversfalse
  176. 176Overhaul procedures typically begin in the area of least severe fire involvementFalse
  177. 177The only way to ensure fires are extinguished in baled items such as rags, cotton or hay is to break them apartTrue
  178. 178Large smoldering items should be left inside the fire incident structure for thorough extinguishmentfalse
  179. 179which of the following best describes the results of forcible entry, ventilation, and fire extinguishment operations during loss control?Secondary damage
  180. 180which of the following best describes the results of forcible entry, ventilation, and fire extinguishment operations during loss control?Secondary damage
  181. 181Salvage operations may be conducted while suppression activities are underway if the situation permits andon-scene resources are sufficient
  182. 182Which of the following are designed to be driven into walls or wooden framing to provide strong points to hang objectsJ-Hooks
  183. 183Which of the following is typically the most convenient method used to carry a folded salvage cover for a two-firefighter spreadOn the shoulder with open edges next to the next
  184. 184SCBA should be worn even if the air after a fire incident appears to be without smoke to protect firefighters fromToxic combustion products
  185. 185Which of the following statements about hoselines during overhaul operations is most accurateHoselines should be monitored for leakage, especially at couplings
  186. 186Firefighters must be especially aware of checking the attic and basement for fire extension in structures usingballoon construction
  187. 187Which type of following construction offers the appearance of Type 3 construction?Type 5
  188. 188Non Combustible construction as defined by the National Code of Canada achieves fire safety by:Using noncombustible materials for structural members and other building assemblies.
  189. 189What building component supports only its weight and may divide two areas within a structure?Non-Load Bearing Wall
  190. 190What part of a traditional wood-joisted roof tends to lose strength gradually when exposed to fire?Solid Wood Joist
  191. 191A physical change causes a change to both chemically and in appearanceFalse
  192. 192All energy can change from one type to anotherTrue
  193. 193In ambient temperatures (about 68 degrees) materials can ignite at oxygen concentrations as low as 14 percentTrue
  194. 194The incipient stage is when the fire begins to influence the compartment environment.False
  195. 195Which of the following is not actively part of the combustion reaction represented by the fire tetrahedron?Passive agents
  196. 196What is the most common source of heat in combustion reactions?Chemical energy
  197. 197Which of the following best describes how understanding heat transfer can help fire fighters?It can help estimate the size of the fire before attack
  198. 198Sufficient heat during flaming combustion causes fuel and oxygen to form:free radicals and initiates a reaction
  199. 199What fire behavior is the result of an increase in low-level ventilation prior to upper level ventilation?Backdraft
  200. 200Which of the following is the most commonly used fire-suppression method?Temperature reduction
  201. 201Portable fire extinguishers are only classified by the type of extinguishing agent usedFalse
  202. 202Types of portable fire extinguishers are organized by the type of agent and method used to expel contentsTrue
  203. 203Portable fire extinguisher ratings are classified according to the types of fire for which they are intendedTrue
  204. 204Most portable fire extinguishers are operated in very different waysFalse
  205. 205Maintenance for both fire department and privately owned portable fire extinguishers is based on NFPA 10False
  206. 206A nozzle tip is too small will not deliver the volume of water required to extinguish the fireTrue
  207. 207Elevators must not be used to transport fire crews to the fire floorTrue
  208. 208Fires in electrical transformers are extremely rareFalse
  209. 209The goal at a fire involving stacked and piled materials is to confine the fire to the pile or building of originTrue
  210. 210Standard structural turnout is appropriate for fighting ground cover firesFalse
  211. 211What strategy is typically selected when property is not salvageableDefensive
  212. 212What type of fire attack produces large quantities of steam and must be coordinated with ventiliationIndirect
  213. 213Which of the following is a form of exterior exposure protection?Apply a protective spray of water or foam between the fire and exposures
  214. 214When should water flow from a sprinkler be stoppedOnce the fire has been brought under control
  215. 215Class D fires:Are reactive to water
  216. 216A vehicle should be attacked from a ___ Angle45 Degree
  217. 217What type of ground cover fire is most common type and consumes low-lying grass, shrubs, and other vegetation?Surface fire
  218. 218Ground cover fires are dangerous because which two elements of the fire triangle are always present?Oxygen and fuel
  219. 219Which part of a ground cover fire are the sides, roughly parallel to the main direction of fire spread?Flanks
  220. 220Which method used to attack ground cover fires is generally used against fires that are very hot, very big, and very fast?Indirect
  221. 221When conducting a search after a structure fire, start inside the burned portion of the structureFalse
  222. 222The area of origin may display unburned materialsTrue
  223. 223Searching for the area of origin and cause of a structure fire is similar to vehicle fires?True
  224. 224The perimeter for explosions should be established at two times the distance from farthest piece of debris found.False
  225. 225Overhaul operations can be detrimental to the fire investigationTrue
  226. 226The general location where a fire began is called the:Area of origin
  227. 227Which of the following typically stores materials, debris, trash and rubbishExterior Fires
  228. 228Which of the following is a fire cause classification that may refer to a situation in which each component of the ignition sequence is not specifically identified?Undetermined
  229. 229Ovens, cook tops, and electrical appliances are all examples of?Ignition sources
  230. 230Which of the following may indicate use of accelerants of intentionally disconnected gas lines?Heat intensity
  231. 231Which of the following is a responsibility of all fire officers and fire fighters at a fire scene?Preserving evidence
  232. 232One of the goals of a fire and life safety initiatives program is to encourage and empower civilians to act in a safe manner to reduce the potential fore fires, accidents, and injuriesTrue
  233. 233A fire fighter must be able to answer questions on fire and life safety topics not traditionally covered under the title of fire prevention?True
  234. 234Company level preincident surveys are generally conducted on occupied private residencesFalse
  235. 235Codes are only enforceable when the suthority having jurisdiction adopts themtrue
  236. 236Which fire and life safety program component includes investigating the cause of fires, documenting results, and providing law enforcement agencies with findings?Enforcement
  237. 237Three categories of hazards that can benefit from the fire and life safety education are unsafe behaviors, unsafe conditions andHazardous processes
  238. 238Which fire and life safety audience should be positively informed what to do rather than being focused on what not to do?Pre School Children
  239. 239Which of the following topics is most appropriate for high school students?Safe driving habits
  240. 240Which of the following is one step a firefighter 1 can take to help locate children at risk of becoming juvenile firesetters?Include juvenile firesetter information in presentations and fire station tours
  241. 241What is the term for a set of requirements similar to a standard, developed by a consensus group, and used as a starting point for the code adoption process?model code

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